Q: When a transgender person looks cisgender, this is referred to as "passing." While many trans people want to pass, for safety and other reasons, they probably don't want to be randomly complimented on how well they pass. Complimenting your date in this way will make them feel like you are focusing too much on their gender. Compliments like "You're so masculine/feminine!" or "You look just like a cisgender woman/man!" are likely to offend your date. If you're a cisgender woman on a date with a transgender woman, a comment like "Wow, you are so much better at makeup than I am" is likely to come off as condescending. This doesn't mean you can't compliment your date on their looks or their style! Just do so without comparing them to cis people. Everyone likes being told, "You look amazing in that new jacket! You're such a sharp dresser!" As with any other date, you should be sensitive about what kinds of questions you ask. Don't ask questions that are inappropriate early in a relationship. If you are curious about your date's body, transition, or sexual history, wait for your date to bring it up. In general, don't ask a transgender person what sorts of surgery or hormonal treatment they have had. If they want to discuss it, they'll bring it up. While some trans people are comfortable discussing these topics with friends, most will not want to discuss them with a new acquaintance. You may be curious about what your date used to look like, and what their life was like before they transitioned. However, asking this can make your date feel like you are only interested in them because of their transition. It can also bring up a lot of painful memories for some people. Don't ask them what their former name was, and never use it on them. Using a trans person's former name is called "deadnaming," and it can be very hurtful. If you knew your date before they transitioned, be sensitive about what parts of your shared history you bring up. Talk about things you did together that were not gender-determined. Avoid the temptation to tell your date you are "okay" with them being transgender or that you think it's admirable or "cool." You can show that you are "okay" or that you admire your date just by treating them with respect. Telling them you are "okay" with it sounds like you are asking them to thank you for respecting them. Similarly, telling your date out of nowhere that they are "brave" may come off as condescending. Your date does not want you to randomly tell them that you "don't think of them as trans." They are trans. There's nothing shameful about it.
A: Don't compliment them on their gender presentation. Wait to discuss topics that are too personal. Avoid asking about their pre-transition life unless they bring it up. Remember that your date does not need you to reassure them.

Article: Wool is great at hiding dirt, but that doesn't mean it's not still there. Trapped sand and dried mud can wear out the fibers on a wool carpet the more you walk and rub your feet around on it. Steam clean at least once a year to remove all trapped dirt and consider cleaning it twice a year on highly used carpet. Find a place to put all items on the carpeted room that needs to be cleaned. Remember you will have to wait at least a day for the carpet to fully dry before you arrange items back on it, so stack furniture along the edges of another room not being cleaned. Make sure you can easily move around the room if you need to. Hire a local carpet cleaner to professionally steam clean your carpet using hot water extraction. It will deeply remove dirt, dust, and dander from pets. Look in the yellow pages and read reviews about potential cleaners online. Steam cleaning your carpets yourself can be a less expensive option than using a professional carpet cleaner. To find where to rent a steamer, call your local hardware and carpet stores. They will likely rent steamers or direct you where to find one. Check to make sure you have a compatible cleaning solution for the machine and if it's certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Steam-clean your carpet at least once a year. Remove all furniture and items from your carpet. Get your carpet professionally cleaned for best results. Rent a steamer for a day to save money.

Q: Instead of just awkwardly asking how it's going, try to have a more specific opening prepared to get the conversation flowing. Tell him what you're up to, ask about his plans for an upcoming event, or bring up an inside joke. Be sure to ask him open-ended questions that require more than a simple "yes" or "no." For example, you might say, "I heard you're going to the Winter Formal with a group of your friends. Fun! What are you planning to wear?" You could also say something like, "I totally spaced when the homework assignment was announced in History. Can you help me out?" Light touches can help you gain the confidence to break the touch barrier in a more romantic way. For example, when you're talking to him, gently touch him on the arm when he says something funny, or "accidentally" bump into him when you're walking together. Everyone likes to be complimented, and it will also communicate that you're thinking of him. Focus on a quality you genuinely like about himwhether it's his eyes, his sense of humor, his hair, and so onand tell him why you appreciate it. How you carry yourself can tell him a lot about how you feel! Plus, it will probably be a lot easier to move in for a kiss and, when you do, he won't be as surprised. Don't cross your arms, twiddle your thumbs, or clasp your hands together. Instead, orient your body toward him. For example, if you're standing, keep your toes pointed at him. If you're sitting, point your knees. If you can't help fidgeting, put your hands behind your back so that you look open from the front. You don't have to be totally alone, but a little privacy is ideal. For example, if you're hanging out with a group, go outside to grab some fresh air with him. If you're hanging out in public, try to find a quiet area that feels intimate. For instance, if you're at the mall, you could sit on a bench in a low-traffic area. You could also try offering to walk home with him or dropping by his house to ask if he'd like to go out for a bit. If you really want to make sure you're alone, you can always ask him out on a solo date. Kissing him will feel more natural if you gradually move a little closer to him. It will also subtly alert him that you want to be intimate, which is always better than swooping in suddenly and completely catching him off guard. If you're sitting together on a couch or in a car, move in closer than you need to. If you're standing up, inch a little closer to him or visibly shiver to see if he pulls you close. You can also try holding his hand or leaning on his shoulder. This usually works best when you're leaving or parting ways, but you can try it any time, like when you're snuggling and watching movies. Lean in close to him, put your arms around his neck or shoulders, and hold the embrace for 2-3 seconds before pulling away. You want to create an intimate moment, but don't hug him for so long that it gets awkward!
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Say "hi" when you see him and strike up a conversation. Find excuses to touch him in small, fleeting ways. Pay him a genuine compliment. Keep your body language positive and open. Find a good opportunity to be alone with him. Sit or stand a little closer to him. Go in for a hug or snuggle to initiate a romantic moment.