Problem: Article: Before attempting to hug your cat, get to know your cat's temperament. Not all cats enjoy a lot of physical contact and could scratch or bite if hugged. Make sure your cat is the affectionate type before attempting a hug. Spend time with your cat. Spend an hour or so a day in the same room as your cat. Pay attention to how she interacts with you. Does she tend to be snuggly and affectionate, rubbing her face on you? Or does she tend to be somewhat standoffish, sitting near you but not wanting much physical affection? Cats that are more touchy-feely tend to be more relaxed about being picked up and handled. It's probably safe to try and hug a friendlier cat, but one that seems standoffish or shy may dislike being handled in this fashion. Even a warm and affectionate cat will lash out when frightened. Take some time to learn about cat body language so you can gauge when a cat is in a positive mood. When cats are happy, they show it with their body. Ears are generally forward slightly, pupils constricted with eyes half closed, tails straight up and curled on the top, and backs arched with fur flattened. Cats will also purr or meow quietly when happy to see you. Conversely, an aggressive or frightened cat will growl or meow loudly in a lower pitch. She will dilate her pupils, thrash her tail back and forth or tuck it between her legs, and arch her back and stick her fur up. You should not try to hug a cat in this state. Even friendly and affectionate cats might resist being picked up. Cats tend to be more independent animals and often resist feeling confined. However, cats who've lived with young children are often used to be carried around and will allow it. If a cat does not like being held, she might thrash or squirm in your arms. You might still be able to hug a cat who dislikes being picked up, but you'll have to do so without holding her.
Summary: Get to know your cat's temperament. Learn about cat body language. See how your cat responds to being picked up.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Lean the handle against the rim of the container and allow the bristles to rest in the hot vinegar for 10 minutes. If the paint hasn't softened after 10 minutes, let the brush soak for another 10 minutes to make the paint easier to be removed. Gently swirl the brush around in the vinegar to allow it to penetrate deep into the bristles of the brush. To prevent the bristles from bending, store the brush by hanging it on a hook or stacking it. Stuffing a paintbrush into a container or a drawer can warp the bristles and make it ineffective. Wrap the brush in newspaper to help the bristles maintain their shape.

SUMMARY: Soak the paintbrush in the vinegar for 20 minutes. Store the brush by hanging it up or stacking it.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Fig trees need a lot of direct sunlight to thrive. Pick any spot in your yard that gets year-round sunlight. Make sure there aren't any nearby trees or structures that will block the sun from reaching your fig tree. If temperatures drop below 10F (12C), fig trees buried in the ground may struggle to survive. Planting your fig tree in a plastic container will help shelter it from the cold. Use a large plastic patio container relative to the size of your fig tree. If you do plant your fig tree in a plastic container, make sure you have somewhere sunny to put it. Dig the hole so it's as round and deep as the container. After you dig the hole, remove the fig tree from the container and set the roots into the hole. Then, fill the hole in with soil. Pack the soil down with your hands. Figs are hardy trees that can grow in most kinds of soil, as long as the soil has good drainage. Look for soil that contains sand, and avoid soil with a lot of clay in it. The compost will help the soil around your fig tree retain water. Do this whether your fig tree is planted in the ground or planted in a container. Repot your fig tree during the winter. To repot your tree, remove about one-quarter of the soil in the pot. Then, pull your fig tree up out of the pot and cut away the large roots on the outside of the clump of roots. Place your fig tree back in the same pot and fill it in with soil. Pack the soil down with your hands.
Summary: Choose a sunny spot to plant your fig tree. Plant your fig tree in a large plastic container if you live in a cold climate. Plant your fig tree in a hole the size of the container it came in. Plant your fig tree in well-draining soil. Mulch the soil around your fig tree with 3 inches (7.6cm) of compost. Repot your fig tree every 3-5 years if it's planted in a container.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: College brings along all kinds of new challenges, especially in your first year. You may suddenly be very busy with classes, social activities, and studying. But, you will need to prioritize your significant other and make sure you give them an appropriate amount of time and attention. Even though it's important to give your boyfriend or girlfriend your attention, it will need to be a balance. You are obviously in college because you want to succeed in school, so make sure you are giving the right amount of time to all of your academic responsibilities. Sometimes, combining the priorities of school and a significant other can work, tootry having study dates, or doing homework together. Similarly to making your significant other a priority and making time for them, you need to make sure you make time for yourself. Taking time for yourself might seem like an easy thing to do, but you might find out it can be difficult! If you are having trouble making time for yourself, put it in your planner or on your calendar, and make sure not to schedule anything else during that time. If you go to the same school, or even take some of the same classes, the two of you might begin to feel a little overwhelmed from too much time together. Make sure to pencil some alone time into your schedule. Talk to each other honestly and openly. Do not harbor any secrets or grievances. These omissions can end up weakening your bond, especially when they finally come out. Simply talking isn't necessarily good communication. Make sure you are really listening to your significant other rather than just waiting for your turn to speak. An advantage of living near your boyfriend or girlfriend through college is that when you communicate with them, you can also read into their body language. For example, folded arms might indicate defensiveness, while a lack of making eye contact might signal disinterest or even shame.
Summary:
Make time for each other. Don't lose yourself in your relationship. Try not to not smother one another. Communicate with one another.