In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Parents are usually busy all the time, although it may not seem that way. Usually, the weekends are when they are the happiest. Eventually you will have to have an intense private conversation, but first raising the issues in a public setting, like a cafe, can give you an idea of their initial reaction and what you may be up against.    They are your folks, they probably have some smart things to say. For example, you might suggest that you would like to follow the acting path but also take a different part time job "just in case". Perhaps you need some financial help paying for acting classes? Help them discover if this is the right thing for you on their own time. Remember, you have been thinking about this for a while, but it is all new to them.
Summary: Choose a time when they are in a good, receptive mood and not tired or distracted by other things. Consider raising the subject in a public place. Show them your passion and excitement about your choice. Calmly tell them of your plans, your reasons why this is the best choice for you and your goals. Carefully listen to what they have to say. Do not argue with them at this stage, just listen. Try to compromise or find common ground. Ask for their help in making the decision.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before you start rubbing your dog’s belly, look at his posture. If his body looks fluid and loose, then he’s feeling pretty relaxed and happy. If he looks tense, then he may not be very receptive to having his belly rubbed. If your dog is sleeping, let him sleep rather than waking him up to rub his tummy. Approach your dog. If your dog rolls onto his back as soon as you get closer to him, he is likely demonstrating submissive behavior. This submissive behavior may be accompanied by other submissive actions, such as licking the lips and tucking the tail. To the untrained eye, these actions look like an open invitation by your dog to rub his belly, but this is not necessarily the case.  If your dog becomes submissive when you approach him, he may actually be intimidated by you and will not want you to rub his tummy right away. To make him more feel comfortable with you, get on the ground a small distance away from him. Call out to him and let him come over to you. When you call him, do not reach out to get him to come closer. Your dog may present his belly as a form of submission, but he may also be showing that he trusts you or wants to play. It is not always obvious what type of behavior your dog is showing. If you are unsure if your dog is being submissive versus being trusting or playful, your veterinarian can help you more fully understand the differences. When a dog lies on his back, he is putting himself in a vulnerable position. Provided that you and your dog have developed a close bond, he will probably be comfortable with allowing you to rub his tummy.
Summary: Observe your dog’s posture. Determine if your dog is being submissive. Understand why your dog presents his belly.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you work in journalism, you might be asked to compile a dossier on a person of interest in an ongoing investigation. The first step to the process is identifying the individual.  Make sure you have the correct spelling of the person's first, middle, and last time. Small spelling errors can make a big difference when seeking out information.  Try to find a date of birth, or at least a range of time in which the person was likely born. This makes finding certain documents easier down the road. If you're writing an article about an individual, you do not want to rehash information that's already out there. Search online and through newspapers, magazines, and tabloids for existing stories about the individual. Not only does this prevent you from publishing a redundant piece, it adds to the array of information you have on the individual. Use public records to your advantage to build your profile. Using a variety of outlets, scan public records for important information.  Local records are a good start, even if the individual isn't originally from your location. Go to city hall, the county clerk's office, and any local branch of state and federal offices. Look through permits, power of attorney, liens, building permits, deeds, licenses, driving records, and anything else that turns up.  Look through court records. Any history of court appearances can be found online, but you might have to go to the court house to actually view the records.  Check with local police and sheriff's offices for any past criminal activity. Also check local, state, and county jail records. Some information may be hard to find, depending on your state's open record laws. You should look into the individual's employment history to check for any surprises or inconsistencies.  Make direct phone calls to past and current employers. Ask for employment verification and if they ask why you're calling, simply tell them the truth. Usually, whoever you're speaking to will comply.  You can see if you can get a copy of the individual's resume through past and current employers. Oftentimes, the person you're investigating will be in a professional field that requires a license. He might be a dentist or a psychiatrist, for example. Try to verify that license to check for fraud. Also, investigate every claim on his resume, such as where he went to school, grants and awards he claims to have received, and any certificates he lists. Compile a list of friends, enemies, neighbors, spouses, family members, former lovers, and other people who've had contact with the individual. Contact them and ask questions relevant to your investigation.
Summary:
Identify the person being investigated. See what's been written about the person. Gather information through public records. Look up the individual's employment history. Verify any licenses. Reach out to people associated with the individual.