INPUT ARTICLE: Article: People tend to show you the very best of themselves during the early stages of a relationship. Chances are that your new partner isn't going exhibit behavior towards you that reveals his or her tendency to blame others, to have a sense of entitlement, or view themselves as superior. However, you'll have a better chance of observing the individual exhibit or communicate this type of behavior with others.Pay attention because if you don't, you'll probably be next. The blaming partner makes it appear that others are at fault for the negative feelings and misfortune. You'll find yourself thinking that you are awesome compared to the other folks they've dated in the past. For example, your partner might say, "My last boyfriend was such a downer. We could never have an enjoyable outing. I'm so glad you're not like them." A partner with a sense of entitlement might make a statement such as, "With all that money I spent on my ex girlfriend on all those expensive dates, I deserved to have sex any time that I wanted it!" Be aware that you will likely suffer emotional abuse from an entitled individual because they view their needs and desires to be more important than yours. A partner with a sense of superiority has the potential of being an emotionally abusive partner. They gain their feelings of superiority by making others appear to be inferior. For example, to show their superiority over a coworker, they might say, "He doesn't deserve that promotion. He only attended some little university that know one ever even heard of. I graduated from an ivy league college, for goodness sakes." Date rape occurs when the assailant and victim are familiar with each other in some way. There's a very small number of men who commit the majority of date rapes. Typically, these men target women when they are most vulnerable, such as under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when they are alone. When you are on a date, avoid drinking to the point of intoxication or being under the influence of drugs. It is best to never leave your drinks unattended to prevent your drink from being spiked with roofies, commonly referred to as date rape drugs. Trust your instincts. Your instincts are there to protect you, so don't ignore them. If you are uncomfortable about the place your partner is taking you or the way your partner is acting or behaving, get out of the situation. If you are in a secluded area, try and move to a place with other people, or call someone who can come and pick you up.

SUMMARY: Pay attention to red flags. Recognize the potential blamer. Keep an eye out for feelings of entitlement. Avoid partner with inflated egos. Lessen the chances of becoming a victim of sexual assault.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Even if you have backup power, you should be warned that your basement does flood. Home alarm and security companies can provide you with an alert to your cell phone or pager when your power goes out or if your basement floods. Stand alone water alarm units exist that don't require a full security system.

SUMMARY: Get a warning system. Make sure you carry emergency contact numbers for your plumber or electrician in the event of receiving an alert.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: In order to attract a sponsor, you will also need to develop a clearer picture of your previous relations with sponsors. If you have had sponsorships before, try to get testimonials from the companies that you worked with in the past. Consider putting these testimonials and other materials documenting your history in a press kit for potential sponsors. Once you meet to pitch your event, you will need to have detailed demographics about your target audience. You will want to demonstrate the areas in which there is overlap between your demographics and the sponsor's customers. If a company is considering making an investment, they will need full details on who has attended the event in the past. Prepare some visual aids like charts and graphs to convey the areas of overlap. A sponsor wants a clear-cut answer to what the company gains by supporting your event. Give the sponsors a clear picture of how the event will benefit them. Avoid being vague or making any soft promises. Describe the marketing advantages or the financial incentives for supporting your event in detail. Detail your vision of the event and outline how you intend develop it. Bring promotional materials from previous events and discuss any changes to the old theme. This is especially helpful for those sponsors who may not be familiar with the event. You should talk to the sponsors about their presence at the event. For example, let them know where their booth will be located. Be flexible and let the sponsors have some input about the theme. This may make your event more attractive. Include details about what type of media you will use, and how you will promote the sponsor in pre-event publicity. Discuss how you have marketed the event in the past. Be sure to bring any available marketing materials to the pitch and show it to the sponsors. For example, bring any print material and show the sponsors where their logo will be displayed. Show them any previous commercials or advertisements for the event. Link your sponsor's existing marketing campaign to your event if possible. The clearer the connection, the more attractive your event will be to the sponsor. Instead of only pitching your ideas about marketing and potential profits, try to connect with the marketers on a personal level. Appeal to their companies stated mission or history of sponsorship. When appropriate, appeal to representatives' emotions, especially if the event's goal is to raise funds for a charitable cause. For example, if your potential sponsor has a stated commitment to the environment, mention how your event recycles and lowers its carbon footprint. Building a strong relationship will keep the sponsor coming back year after year or for multiple events.

SUMMARY: Give your sponsorship history. Prepare demographic data for potential sponsors to review. Pitch the benefits of sponsorship. Present a clear strategy for how you intend to develop the event's theme. Outline the marketing strategy you will pursue to promote the event. Focus on building a relationship.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: These can range widely from a dog in mild discomfort that appears quieter than usual, to the dog with an explosive disc protrusion that suddenly goes off its back legs and is paralyzed. Some subtle signs of back pain that can clue you in that there is a potential problem include: Reluctance to move: The pain associated with back problems means the dog is unwilling to move and may stand in one spot, head lowered. He may yelp or cry out when you try to put his collar on. Some dogs refuse to eat or drink because lowering their head to the bowl is painful. Arched back: Many dogs with back pain adopt a hunched back stance, and stand stiffly, guarding their movements. Altered behavior: The dog may be reluctant to jump up onto a favorite sofa, or not be able to go upstairs to bed. Back pain is immensely painful and many dogs will vocalize, cry out, and whimper in response to the pain. They may even cry out just in anticipation of the pain when they are asked to move. Your dog is not just being dramatic when it yelps in pain. If pressure to the spinal cord is severe enough, it can cause nerve damage. This most commonly affects the back legs. The dog may not be able to stand, and when it tries to move it "wheelbarrows" forward, its front paws pulling its back end along. A dog with sudden paralysis needs to be seen by a veterinarian in order for the spinal damage to be assessed and treated. Severe paralysis can interfere with bladder and bowel function, and the dog may either become incontinent or it may be unable to empty its bladder. Your veterinarian should give you guidance about how to deal with this problem. If your dachshund shows sign of back pain, then you should restrict its movements so that it is forced to rest. Do not allow it to move around the house, instead restrict it to a puppy crate while you make an appointment with the vet. When you take the dog to the vet, carry it to the car and carry it into the vet's office, as moving awkwardly could cause a grumbling disc to rupture.

SUMMARY:
Keep an eye out for subtle symptoms of back pain. Take your dog's response to pain seriously. Take a dog with sudden paralysis to the vet immediately. Force your dog to stop moving.