INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Take deep breaths and adopt a calm manner. If you are tense or trying to rush through the massage, your pet will sense that and won't want to get a massage from you. A massage doesn't have to take a long time. Just 5-10 minutes every day will be sufficient. Spend about a minute massaging each part of your cat's body to get him nice and relaxed. Start the massage by stroking your cat at a slow speed so that your cat gets used to the feel of the massage. Pick your cat's favorite spot, whether it's under his chin, on his back or behind the ears. Starting with a familiar place will make your cat more amenable to being massaged all over. Many people stroke their cats with their fingertips. This touch might be too light for the cat to feel much, especially along the back or belly. Use your full hand and apply some gentle pressure to the cat's body as you're stroking it. Save your fingertips for massaging the head and face. You can use just one hand or both hands. Throughout the massage, pay attention to how your cat responds. If your cat keeps trying to get up, he might not be in the mood to get a massage. If he is blinking, purring, drooling, falling asleep, or even looking a little dazed, he is probably enjoying the massage immensely. If your cat suddenly scratches or bites you, his skin might be getting over-stimulated. Cats' skin is extremely sensitive and if it's over-stimulated, it can actually hurt the cat. Get to know how your cat responds to being petted on different parts of his body.

SUMMARY: Stay in a calm mood. Take 5-10 minutes every day for the massage. Start slow at your cat's favorite spot. Use your full hand to massage. Monitor your cat's reaction.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After washing your face with a gentle cleanser and patting it dry, apply a moisturizer. The moisturizer will create a smooth base that will help your makeup stay on. Ensure that the moisturizer has had time to sink into your skin so that you're not applying makeup over a wet base.

SUMMARY: Start with a freshly washed and moisturized face.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Reflect on your relationship and come up with some themes she enjoys. Even if you haven't dated for too long, a well thought out gift can get you extra relationship points. If you don't typically make things, buying a gift can still be a personable choice. Think back to any hints your girlfriend has given you about Valentine's Day. Some people are against Valentine's Day, but even those people can be happy with a small gift. Make a list of things your girlfriend likes or purchases. Some theme ideas are horse memorabilia, X-Files, vinyl records, soccer, antique bookends, or even craft beer. A classic romantic gift you can buy is a gift you and your girlfriend can take advantage of together. Pick something that will bring you closer together. Some of the classic options for couples are concerts, massage dates for two, and sporting events. Think about how you first started bonding together and think about an event that caters to this. For example, if you first started bonding over a Steely Dan song, buy tickets to a Steely Dan concert. If you started bonding over tacos, buy a cooking class for two that is only for cooking tacos. The three classic gifts for Valentine's Day are chocolate, flowers, and jewelry. These are good gifts if your girlfriend enjoys traditional romance and you cater the gift specifically to your girlfriend. For example, if your girlfriend loves coconut, buy a set of chocolate truffles with coconut. You can make traditional gifts more personal by adding something extra to your gift. Jewelry is a good place to offer something unique to a gift package. Take note of the type of jewelry your girlfriend wears. Buy something that caters to her style and make sure it is not too flashy, unless she is a flashy girl. One of the best options for a gift is something that uniquely caters to your girlfriend. Think back to your time together and think about her hobbies or what she regularly buys. If your girlfriend is an artist or musician, consider a gift that will save her money like oil paints or guitar cables. If your girlfriend loves cat-themed items, take a look in vintage clothing stores or online for cat-themed items. If there is a specific, fictitious character or animal she loves, look on etsy.com for handcrafted goods. Before getting an animal you need to make sure your girlfriend wants a pet and has the time to watch over a pet. You should also be able to commit time to taking care of this animal as well. Decide what pet your girlfriend wants the most. Think back to see if she expresses a desire to be around cats, dogs, or even bunnies. An easy pet you can give is a pet fish. Betta Fish are fun pets and easy to take care of. Get an older rescue animal if you're unsure about having a pet for too long. Older rescue animals need love and care from people just as much as puppies and kittens do. This option should only be for older couples who have engaged in adult activities before. There are several gift options that can add steam to your relationship. You can buy small gifts to add to foreplay such as handcuffs or special lingerie. There are also sensual books on kama sutra and even sensual cook books like "Fork Me, Spoon Me: The Sensual Cookbook" by Amy Reiley. Make sure your girlfriend is into this kind of thing before going for it. Some girls may be disgusted by something like this, and many will be thrilled you want to explore more in your relationship. Almost every girl in a relationship wants a love note or some type of handwritten card of appreciation. This is the best way to ensure that your gift will be a success. If you and your girlfriend don't openly say "I love you," leave that out of the card. Write about things you like or love about your girlfriend. Be honest and write about the small things that go beyond her appearance. If you want to express that you love your girlfriend, try saying it to her face. It is a big move and she might not say it back to you.

SUMMARY:
Think of a personal gift. Buy a gift for couples. Give her a traditionally romantic gift. Buy a unique gift. Get her a pet. Buy a bedroom gift. Add a handwritten note.