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Your instruction here | Speaker: I remember going to see the fireworks with my best friend. It was the first time we ever spent time alone together. Although there was a lot of people, we felt like the only people in the world.
Listener: Was this a friend you were in love with, or just a best friend?
Speaker: This was a best friend. I miss her.
Listener: Where has she gone?
Speaker: We no longer talk.
Listener: Oh was this something that happened because of an argument?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My girlfriend got me a pet toad today!
Listener: Do you like toads?
Speaker: I do! I was so happy when I opened the box and that fat mofo jumped out!
Listener: That was nice of your girlfriend, do you love her?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I really like the new paint job on my house.
Listener: That's nice. What color did you paint it?
Speaker: I went with blue and yellow.
Listener: Those are swell colors! I am sure they will bring any guests much joy and merriment.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I went to the skating rink all by myself today because my friends ditched me.
Listener: That's disappointing. I'm glad that you didn't let that stop you, and that you still went out and had a good time!
Speaker: Oh, it was a dreadful time. I never felt so alone as they played Smash Mouth's "All Star".
Listener: Why weren't your friends able to come?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was walking on the road. I saw a beggar and i didn't help him.
Listener: Wow, that's kinda mean
Speaker: yeah i know. i was in a hurry and i am ashamed of myself!!
Listener: You think he will be there next time so you can help him?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I ate my co-worker's cake, which was in the fridge
Listener: haha, was that intentional to get revenge on him/her. or just that you were hungry?
Speaker: I was hungry, I didn't' know it was his, and when he came back, there wasn't any cake remaining
Listener: haha. Did you tell him about it?
Speaker: No, he doesn't knows
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was able to pull up on the internet pictures from where I lived as a kid. I felt like I was right back there.
Listener: Very nice. I bet you were full of joy to see them.
Speaker: It brought back so many memories.
Listener: I bet they are very sentimental to you. Being able to remember those days must feel good
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My little cousin gifted me for my birthday
Listener: Very sweet of him. Did he surprise you?
Speaker: Yeah definitely. it was very pleasant one at that. he earned that money while doing chores at home
Listener: Nice! Hes a sweet kid. I bet that brought you joy as well.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am happy with my current employer. even though am getting a new jon offers
Listener: That is good, maybe you can get a raise.
Speaker: Yeah feel like it. I very content with the current one as well
Listener: Will you work there forever?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am so mad my flight got canceled.
Listener: Ah that sucks, you were going for any business meeting?
Speaker: Yes and it was an important one.
Listener: i hope you didn't lose that client
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am not able to pay for my mortgage. I think i will lose my home
Listener: Oh wow, that's not good at all
Speaker: I know. i lost my job due to automation in the company.
Listener: Yeah, that sounds no good, what will you do now?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Last week my daughter was born
Listener: wow, you must have been out of this world
Speaker: I was, I still feel happy, specially because of the hardships of the pregnancy
Listener: Only woman knows the hardship and endurance of pregnancy. I am happy for you
Speaker: Thanks
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I found my old diary in the basement. It brought lot of memories
Listener: How nostalgic! Was there anything in there that surprised you?
Speaker: my first love letter which i received. I have read that 5 times again lol
Listener: That's so cute. How old were you?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Boy this weekend is going to be hell
Listener: What is going on this weekend?
Speaker: I have a long drive planned. About 9 hours. I hate long drives :/
Listener: Are you driving with anyone?
Speaker: Yeah my family. We're going to the beach.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am so mad that I forgot my money at home.
Listener: Uh oh. Better go back and get it!
Speaker: Yes but its a long drive.
Listener: Oh dang. Thats awful. Maybe someone will let you borrow some?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am really mad at my brother.
Listener: Oh yeah? Why is that?
Speaker: He stole some money from me.
Listener: That's awful. Did you confront him?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I have a hot date this weekend.
Listener: Is it your first date with her?
Speaker: Yes it will be
Listener: Where are you taking her?
Speaker: I am taking to a movie and the Olive Garden.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I get nostalgic when I think about times with my parents in the past. A lot of different get togethers make me feel that way
Listener: I feel the same way. The times you spend with family should be cherished forever.
Speaker: Yeah, its times like that make me who I am today I feel like
Listener: I agree, be grateful for those in your life because they help you become a better person.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I know I will get my bonus this quarter.
Listener: That's exciting! What do you plan to do with it?
Speaker: I plan to go on a vacation.
Listener: Wonderful! Where are you going to go?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am so ready for Thursday.
Listener: Are you looking forward to an event happening then?
Speaker: Yes, it is a big party.
Listener: Awesome! That should be a lot of fun!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I really love my wife so much!
Listener: That is great, how long have you been married?
Speaker: For about ten years now! I know I can depend on her for anything, so I appreciate that so much.
Listener: That must be a good feeling.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I am ok with coming in third in my race.
Listener: Third is very good! What kind of race?
Speaker: It was a marathon.
Listener: Oh wow! Do you do a lot of marathons?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was the one who stole the camera from the studio.
Listener: Hey you should give that back
Speaker: Yes but I sold it already.
Listener: Hey you should give the money back
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Something weird just happened
Listener: What happened?
Speaker: I was sitting here playing games and heard a loud crash in my backyard. I went out to look and it was the aliens!!! Did not expect that!
Listener: Did you take a photo of them?
Speaker: No not yet. He's sitting here playing Battlefield with me. He's pretty good!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I had three interviews in the past month for a job. Unfortunately, none has called me back. Very disappointed in myself for being so clumsy and incapable
Listener: Keep trying, never give up.
Speaker: I don't know. I am trying to cope with these challenges. I am not sure how far i can go on like this
Listener: Maybe you should go to a temp agency.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My pet toad died, I am so sad.
Listener: I am so sorry to hear that. How long have you had him?
Speaker: I have had him for five years.
Listener: You must have developed strong attachments to him over all these years. To be honest, I am not an animal lover individual
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I won the lottery, I never have to work again.
Listener: Congratulations? How much did you win?
Speaker: 5 million dollars, yahooo.
Listener: Wow. Now you can spoil yourself
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Lebron needs to stay in Cleveland
Listener: He already left for the Lakers.
Speaker: But his home is in Cleveland
Listener: He technically is from Akron not Cleveland.
Speaker: I know but now I am afraid he will never return
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My husband hasn't planned a date for the two of us since we were married. Usually he looks for my input. I just found out that he is taking me somewhere special for the weekend. I can't wait!
Listener: That is sweet of him, marriage can be tough at first, so at least he is trying
Speaker: It can be, I also think life gets in the way sometimes. Things aren't always picture perfect as we hope.
Listener: That is true, marriage is great in a vaccuum, but life pops the bag sometimes
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was confident when I won honor society preisdent in high school, I beat a really popular girl
Listener: Was it a long campaign?
Speaker: A few days, but it felt like forever at the time
Listener: I bet it did
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Your instruction here | Speaker: It felt good when Lebron left the Cavs for the Lakers
Listener: Why is that?
Speaker: Cause the cavs owner is an awful owner. The way he threw Lebron under the bus and talks trash about him.
Listener: Lebron isnt a saint though
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I felt confident when I was able to study all night for a science test. I just knew I was going to do well
Listener: how did you do?
Speaker: I did well, not perfect but good enough
Listener: were you able to retake it?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I got my paycheck and there was more money than I was expecting
Listener: That is great, did you spend it on anything cool?
Speaker: No, I decided to save it.
Listener: That is smart as well, future you will appreciate that!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Before I met my girlfriend I felt lonely very often, I am glad that is better now
Listener: I am happy that you have someone to share your life with.
Speaker: Thank you, I appreciate it, I am glad things are going well for a change
Listener: Keep the faith that it will continue.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I will be starting Law School in January.
Listener: That's seriously impressive. Sounds like a lot of work, though. Hope it all works out. Are you nervous?
Speaker: I am. It is a goal I have had but have never made the jump until now.
Listener: Well, you sound confident. And applying and getting in is one of the toughest steps, so I'm sure you'll do fine.
Speaker: Thank you for the vote of confidence. It will be tough but I am up for the challenge, I think.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I got all As in my first college semester, and it made me feel really good about myself
Listener: Wow. That is great. Not everyone can say that.
Speaker: No, but I do think they made it a little easy to get As in some classes, especially the general education courses. I got an A in biology and definitely don't remember much from it
Listener: Most struggle in their first year. That is amazing that you did so well.
Speaker: I appreciate it. I'm a little bit of an older student, so I didn't have much to worry about in the way of feeling overwhelmed
Listener: I am an older student too so I hope things go well for me in school.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I've been feeling a bit nervous about my next decisions in life. How do I know what the right thing to do is?
Listener: I know exactly what you mean. It's really tough but when I make decisions I try to stand on them and be willing to pivot if necessary.
Speaker: I think the right thing to do is, if people around you know what you should be doing or where you should be going, they should tell you plainly. To not do that is providing them plausible deniability if you screw up.
Listener: That sounds right to me. I actually have a few people around me that give me straight forward advice like that.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Sometimes I feel that I have more people around me that want to drive me like a horse rather than love me as a son. But, I guess that's not true. It's just my feelings.
Listener: Sometimes it can be true. Don't be taken for a run
Speaker: In many circumstances, I feel as though I'm confused by situations in my life. I hope that everything turns out for the best.
Listener: I hope that everything turns out the best for you too!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Oh man I can't wait to give my mother in law her house back. I just got a new place but have to wait a week to move in.
Listener: Congratulations, that sounds like things are moving along at a nice pace.
Speaker: A little slower than I want but at least it's going to happen. I'm getting very antsy though haha.
Listener: That's understandable, I'm sure it will be exciting to customize and furnish your space.
Speaker: Yes! Thanks for listening! It's making me more excited! haha
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I miss my old dog, I was thinking about getting another one but I'm not sure.
Listener: How long has it been since you had your old dog?
Speaker: It's been 2 years, so I'm out of the habit of walking, cleaning, etc.
Listener: It might take a bit of time to get back into the swing of owning a dog. I'm sure you'll be ready soon if you still think it over.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I recently quit a really bad job, but I didn't have another job lined up
Listener: I lost my job, so I know how you feel. It is tough not have a source of income.
Speaker: It definitely is. It took a huge leap of faith
Listener: Sometimes you got to just do it and hope and pray all comes out like it should, and it usually does.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: In the past, I was given a loving home with parents that helped me and a career path I could have succeeded on, and I blew it.
Listener: It's never to late to continue on that path or find a new one. Same happened here.
Speaker: Maybe you're right. I just need help in so many different areas of my life...
Listener: I always try to remind myself. Tomorrow is a new day. What do you want to do with yours?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My storage unit got robbed while I was moving to a new home. They took all my family antiques and precious items.
Listener: That's terrible. I don't know what's up with this world anymore, it seems like things are always getting worse.
Speaker: I know, thought about selling those things. wish I had done that. at least got money for them.
Listener: Well if they were family heirloom or photographs, I don't really think the money would have been important. The family passes down antiques and precious items for keeping.
Speaker: That's true. still have a few things for memories.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I know it's very petty of me but it is starting to bug me. My family has been very generous towards my adult sister as of late but have not really paid much attention to me.
Listener: Have you tried talking to them about this?
Speaker: This has happened on and off for years, and I always try to talk to them. I usually get no response. It's led me to be self-sufficient fortunately.
Listener: That's really frustrating, they'll realize only when you start distancing yourself from them
Speaker: I have in the past and it didn't seem to work. I'm hopeful they will open up to me one day though.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I remember a time where I was asked to help out with a kids camp as a volunteer and it was about 2 months ahead of time, so I completely forgot about it and ended up not going
Listener: Did you hear anything about what happened at that camp in your absence? I hope there were no hard feelings!
Speaker: no idea, I was too embarrassed to respond
Listener: Sorry for the delay. I had a technical difficulty. Either way, I'm sure there were no hard feelings. A lot of people sign up to work those camps every year.
Speaker: no worries, I was having a bug either for some reason
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My wife's out of town right now on business. She has to go on these trips a few times a year. I miss her a lot.
Listener: That's completely understandable. Have you tried distracting yourself with hobbies or productive chores?
Speaker: Yeah I do. I usually go out and catch up with friends a lot. Plus I know she's working hard to help provide for us, so I greatly appreciate it.
Listener: That's the best thing you can do really. I hope she comes back soon for your sake!
Speaker: She should! Thanks for hearing me out, it helps a lot!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was able to find some Blue Bell ice cream on sale the other day.
Listener: Any ice cream on sale sounds like a good time to me. I've never heard of Blue Bell though, is it any good?
Speaker: Yea I love the brand it has almost a home churned style taste in my opinion.
Listener: I'll need to find some and give it a taste myself! That sounds awesome.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Asked a relative to care for our pet while we were gone and the dog ended up missing.
Listener: Oh no, did the relative say what happened? That sounds fishy.
Speaker: That he got out and he was unable to find him. Things are known to go missing when my brother in law is around. We should have known better.
Listener: It's an easy mistake to make, we're supposed to trust family, you know?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: In a few weeks I'm going on my first ever trip to Disney World! It's taken me 30 years to get there and I can't wait.
Listener: Thats great. I love taking the kids to Disneyworld. What do you want to see most?
Speaker: The castle! That's what I've always dreamt about, walking down Main Street and getting the first glimpse of that castle.
Listener: Yea you wont be disappointed. Its wonderful there.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Oh boy I am livid! I just got this new couch from my family and my cats have already shredded an entire side of it.
Listener: Oh no, that's such an awful thing for them to do. Do your cats often ruin things in the household?
Speaker: No, that's what's very shocking about this! They're decent cats. I know they're animals who don't know better but I really liked this couch.
Listener: Oh odd. That's a good way to look at it though; too many people get too angry with their pets over these type of things.
Speaker: Agreed. We forget that they're small animals. Their brains aren't that big!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I let my boyfriend make all or most of our decisions.
Listener: And is he okay with that?
Speaker: He would much rather it be that way. he is more calculated and experienced in life than I am.
Listener: I suppose that makes sense. As long as both of you are happy with your relationship dynamic, that's all that counts!
Speaker: Yep, I get to learn from him too.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I got really down this morning. I saw a treehouse on the side of the road and it made me remember mine.
Listener: What happened to yours?
Speaker: I outgrew it. It was a long long time ago back in my childhood.
Listener: That is a real shame, at least you can hold on to your memories.
Speaker: Yeah that's all we have sometimes, I guess.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: It's been a rough day! My water heater is busted. Fortunately I got a plumber coming in that can fix it over the weekend.
Listener: Dang that's a definite mood killer. At least you've got a fix on the way.
Speaker: Yeah, it's rare in my area to get work done over the weekend. I'm thinking it could be done by monday, fingers crossed!
Listener: One can only hope!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I don't know what will happen in the future if Global Warming is not stopped.
Listener: Well from what i have read we will all be drowning which isn't good.
Speaker: And the fires too, there have been a lot of those lately, seems that worse than ever.
Listener: Yeah forest fires are getting really bad.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I really screwed up today! I was working on a big pot of pit beef, followed the old family recipe, and it tastes like garbage!
Listener: Odd! Any idea where you went wrong?
Speaker: Could've been a seasoning issue, I'm not too sure. I was so determined to make a good batch of this stuff! Oh well, I can always try again.
Listener: Practice definitely makes perfect!
Speaker: For sure! I think I'll nail it next time!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Kids grow up so fast, It seem like yesterday when mine were babies.
Listener: How old are they now?
Speaker: The oldest is 14 and is beginning high school next week.
Listener: Soon they will be leaving the nest, hey?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My last year of high school I worked really hard and got A's all year long
Listener: I am sure you were happy
Speaker: It wasn't easy. I was working too but I did it.
Listener: All that hard work was worth it I am sure
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was not sure I wanted to accept a new job offer. I did not know anyone at this job
Listener: Making a change can be hard. Did you take the offer?
Speaker: I did not, I was not sure enough
Listener: It's always best to do nothing if your not sure.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Oooo I was not feeling that good earlier in the week. I made some egg salad and I guess I didn't cook it right because I got very ill.
Listener: I'm sorry to hear that. Are you better now?
Speaker: I'm almost there. It's a lot better today than earlier in the week. I think "ill" would be an understatement.
Listener: I hope it is nor Samonella, just a temporarily bug.
Speaker: It might been a good old American case of generic food poisoning.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I remember when my grandma was sick and we the grandchildren took turns keeping her company and helping her with whatever she needed.
Listener: You guys sound like great grand kids, I bet she wholeheartedly appreciated it.
Speaker: I believe so and it was a very sweet experience for us.
Listener: I bet you guys were close and this certainly brought you all closer together. I'm so happy that you had these connections with your family.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Hi, I went on a road trip this summer.
Listener: Sounds like fun! Did you enjoyed it? How far did you go?
Speaker: It was great! It was a long drive, but my husband didn't get lost.
Listener: Great! love road trips! I hope to take one soon.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: It was a very busy week for me, but now that the weekend is here I'm looking forward to relaxing at home.
Listener: Why has your week been so busy?
Speaker: With work the kids and everything else, but I feel relieved that the weekday is over and plan to watch some good movies over the weekend and do nothing much.
Listener: Do you know what movie you plan on watching?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Yesterday I went to the supermarket with some old clothes I wear around the house not expecting to meet anyone I know, but I met my boss and his wife.
Listener: yikes! That must have caught you off guard.
Speaker: Yes, but it was to be expected after all, it is what happen when you dress like you expect to meet no one, I guess.
Listener: Murphy's law i suppose. I'm sure it wasn't so bad though in the end.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I procrastinated on turning in a paper for a college class, and she ended up giving me a D for the course overall
Listener: were you able to do any extra credit to bring up the grade?
Speaker: I had some that I did, yeah, during the year. And she counted it towards the overall grade, but I don't feel like it counted for as much as it should have.
Listener: That stinks. There's always next time!
Speaker: I guess. I did end up passing and being able to move on, so there's that.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was disgusted the way the cavs owner treated Lebron during his two stints with the team
Listener: Oh, very interesting. I'm not a fan of the owner either. Why do you feel that way, though?
Speaker: I think owners should be professional because everyone is watching. You treat your star like that? how do you treat the little average joe on the team.
Listener: That's a fair point. But Lebron James is different, and probably seeks to try to really control the team he is on, so that can be difficult too
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Last week I ate my husband's leftovers, even though I knew he was looking forward to it.
Listener: Oh no! Did he take it okay?
Speaker: I kind of pretended I forgot it was was his, and he believed me. Or acted like it lol.
Listener: That's sweet that you guys are able to let the small things go. It sounds like you have a great relationship.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I had a job interview yesterday and it went great, so I'm expecting for them to call soon.
Listener: I'm in the same boat. I'm so happy to hear that and I hope you get the job!
Speaker: Thank you! I look forward to working for that company because it seems really nice and they pay good salaries.
Listener: Companies that pay their workers well equals happy workers!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: In two weeks I'll be back teaching with a brand new group of kids.
Listener: Are you excited for the new group?
Speaker: I am, but slightly nervous too.
Listener: Well, I hope it goes well!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I just dyed my hair for the first time by myself. I had to watch a lot of videos to make sure I knew how to do it.
Listener: Must be hard when you can't physically see what you are doing.
Speaker: It was, I did the back last. A youtuber gave a good tip to treat it like shampooing your hair. That really helped
Listener: Yeah YouTube is a good source of information.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My cat tore apart my favorite book this morning
Listener: Oh no that sucks! What book?
Speaker: It a copy of the shining.
Listener: Ah I've never read it before, I was hoping it would have been one I'm familiar with.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I recently rewatched on of my favorite childhood movies.
Listener: Oh the nostalgia of watching old movies. What movie?
Speaker: Mystery Men
Listener: Unfortunately I've never heard of it!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I went skydiving a few weeks ago. It was certainly an exercise in trust.
Listener: I used to want to do that so bad when I was younger. Was it amazing?
Speaker: It was! And my tandem partner was great. I'm still alive, which is a testament. :)
Listener: That's so awesome. I don't think I would have the courage now. Will you do it again?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My best friend for years and I got into a fight, I said some things I regret out of anger, she won't forgive me. This is awful.
Listener: how long have you two known eachother?
Speaker: 15 years, it's so very bad.
Listener: I think you just need to give it time. Hopefully she will come around.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was hoping to get a new pet this year!
Listener: What were you thinking? Have you been thinking it over for a long time?
Speaker: No, we gave one of our bearded dragons away to a relative who is a teacher, however its too much for her and she wants to give him back
Listener: Was she keeping him in her classroom? I can see how that can be a lot of work.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I miss my family members as they all pretty much gone now...
Listener: Sorry to hear that.
Speaker: Yeah, as you get older you have to face the fact of loved ones not being around forever.
Listener: Yes. I have lost my grandma.
Speaker: My condolences to you...I hope you have wonderful memories of her!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I almost died last year.
Listener: That is a terrible thing to happen, I'm sure...
Speaker: Yes I was very lucky.
Listener: I'm happy that you are still here as well! Think of the alternative :(
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I got a lot of hours at work for next month. I hope I can use it to move to a new apartment
Listener: That's a great goal to set for yourself. Where do you work if I may ask?
Speaker: I work for a company that releases standardized tests in the US
Listener: Sounds important. I hope you're able to meet your goal!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: The first time I went on a motorcycle, I was scared. But I knew my husband wouldn't do anything to hurt me. I trusted him with my life.
Listener: It must be nice to have that kind of trust for someone, and motorcycles can be fun!
Speaker: Yes, It was so much fun. I didn't want it to end.
Listener: Awesome. I've only rode dirt bikes personally, but i definitely see the appeal.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I start a new job in a few weeks and I'm nervous, I hope I'll like it.
Listener: Aw, I've been there, I bet you like it! Especially after you get used to it.
Speaker: Thanks! Change is always hard. But I am looking forward to new challenges.
Listener: That is such a great attitude!
Speaker: What do you do for work?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: When I was a kid, I watched Psycho at a sleepover on Halloween.
Listener: That's terrifying! I bet you didn't sleep that night!
Speaker: I actually avoided the shower for days! lol
Listener: HA! Are you a fan of horror movies now, or do you still find them scary?
Speaker: I'll watch them now because my husband loves them, but they're not my favorite
Listener: Yeah, me either, although there have been some good ones lately. Better stories, more plot.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I had to borrow money from my parents to pay the mortgage. I am having trouble making ends meet.
Listener: I am sorry to hear that, I hope it is only a temporarily situation and you will be on your feet in no time.
Speaker: Thanks I hope so too. I recently took on a second part time job so that should help. These are tough times for a lot of people.
Listener: Yes I know. It hasn't been easy for me either, but I believe think will go our way pretty soon.
Speaker: I just keep buying lottery tickets! A girl can dream!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: A friend of mine recently met George Clooney at a restaurant and posted a picture with him on Instagram!
Listener: Wow that's so exciting! I bet he's a nice guy in real life.
Speaker: Yes she even spoke to him for while! I wish it was me, I love the guy!
Listener: Cool! That's so neat.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: We are really wanting wanting to buy a newer and bigger vehicle, but we're not sure if we can afford it.
Listener: Oh no. Maybe you can find one that is used, or even rebuilt. I got my car for 75% less than what I would've paid from a car dealer!
Speaker: Problem is we don't have a car payment now and going back to having one would be a struggle. We are trying to figure out and pay off bills now.
Listener: Well, stick through it! I wish you luck :)
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I ate a whole gallon of ice cream by myself in one sitting and now I'm not feeling too happy.
Listener: Oh, I could do that if I didn't have bad teeth and can't handle the cold. I would regret it if I did though because I really need to lose some weight.
Speaker: Yeah, I'm telling myself that its okay since it was just a one time thing. I'll walk it off tomorrow!
Listener: Lol, burn those calories. Hope you have a high metabolism.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I can't believe I was so stupid to believe this...
Listener: What happened?
Speaker: My boyfriend. I knew he cheated on me but he said he wouldn't do it again.
Listener: Well, you gave him the benefit of the doubt. It was his decision to cheat.
Speaker: True. Makes me feel so dumb though!
Listener: Now you have more information to base your next decision on. You live you learn.
Speaker: Agreed!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My uncle volunteered to fix my car. I was going to take it to the dealership.
Listener: That's kind of him! Is he good at that sort of thing?
Speaker: I thought so. Though I wondered, should I risk not going to the dealership.
Listener: Yes you'd have more warranty kind of things with work from a dealership
Speaker: I'm glad I let him fix it though. Car works great.
Listener: That's awesome! I wish someone in my family was so handy!
Speaker: Yeah. I saved $300.
Listener: Wow! Maybe you should take uncle out for dinner! LOL
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I love looking at old photos. Makes me miss the good old days.
Listener: Me too. Old photos bring about such nostalgia.
Speaker: Yeah, even ones from 5 or 6 years ago! Especially ones of the kids.
Listener: I can only imagine! When my parents open old photo albums of my siblings and I, they get teary-eyed.
Speaker: It's true! You can really see the passage of time. I try to take lots of photos but it's easy to forget when you're in the moment.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I'm in a wedding party tomorrow, and I've been called upon to give a big toast during the reception.
Listener: Wow, that's such an honor. How do you feel about it?
Speaker: I am deeply touched and I've got everything laid out, but it's in front of a large amount of people and I'm sweating bullets over it.
Listener: I'd be very nervous too. I get stage fright.
Speaker: I keep pacing back and forth going over everything. I hope it works out!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was thinking about a friend of mine who passed away a few years ago. Then I found some letters that he had written me.
Listener: I bet that whipped up a lot of feelings inside of you. I'm sorry for your loss.
Speaker: It did, but it made me smile while reading them.
Listener: That's great. It's just as good to remember the great times you spent together as it is to grieve.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I can't believe I thought I'd get away with this...
Listener: Get away with what?
Speaker: I'm doing awful in math class. We had an assignment and I found some of the answers in the back of the book.
Listener: Did you get caught using them?!
Speaker: I did! It was awful. I got called out in front of everyone, too.
Listener: Wow! That's terrible! Maybe next time just get a tutor instead of cheating!
Speaker: You got that right.
Listener: Sorry this happened!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: So, I went to a bachelorette weekend with my girl friends. All of them were doing things their husbands would NOT be happy with, but I stayed far away from anything like that.
Listener: Oh dear! What happened!?
Speaker: They were kissing and dancing on other men. My husband would have been so upset if I was doing it, too!
Listener: Oh my goodness! Good for you for getting away from that trouble!
Speaker: I know! Some have them have told me how guilty they felt. I am just happy I didn't take part in any of it.
Listener: Next day guilt when the fun is done. How awful. I wonder if they'll fess up.
Speaker: Doubt it!
Listener: Yikes. I'm glad you're not mixed up in that!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I was at work assigned to a project on a team.
Listener: How did that go? Do you like that?
Speaker: Well. I ended up taking someone's work and passing it off as my own.
Listener: Oh no! Really? Were they upset?
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My spouse had a brief affair last year. It ended and we are still together.
Listener: Who was it with?
Speaker: A co-worker.
Listener: Were you more mad at them or your spouse?
Speaker: Both of them!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I have always been faithful to my girlfriend of 2.5 years
Listener: That's nice. Hard to find nowadays.
Speaker: That is for sure, you see so many bad stories around the enws and people
Listener: I know. I wish things were better!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: I miss being a kid.
Listener: I do too honestly, I used to play all these fun games with our neighbors late summer nights, it was amazing, but I took it for granted
Speaker: I am tired of paying bills lol.
Listener: I hear you there, that is the worst part!
Speaker: Things should be cheaper
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Oh I was so shaking in my boots. I was sitting outside on my patio and saw a shadowy figure inside my house!
Listener: What was it? Did everything turn out alright?
Speaker: At first, I jumped and ran in because I certainly wasn't expecting visitors. But it was my wife! She was home from work early!
Listener: Phew! I'm glad that's all it was.
Speaker: Yeah we had a good laugh over it, but I swear to you I was very scared!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My son got in big trouble at school. He was very mean to his best friend, and I had to call his mom and explain what had happened.
Listener: That's terrible when friends fight. What was it over?
Speaker: He wasn't even upset with his friend, he was upset with someone else. I felt so bad having to explain it to his friends mom.
Listener: That's got to be a tough phone call to make. Did you two make amends or is she very upset?
Speaker: She was fine with it. She knew he was in big trouble at home.
Listener: Uh oh don't want to be that kid that's for sure!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: New neighbors moved in this week, and they have a dog that looks almost exactly like my childhood dog.
Listener: How interesting. How does that make you feel?
Speaker: When I first saw it I felt like I had time traveled for a second. So weird.
Listener: Yes, I think that would be a little surreal, and I might feel ambivalent about it.
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Your instruction here | Speaker: Oh I wish I could clear my closet out but I just can't part with these things.
Listener: I felt the same way as you, but what's the point of keeping things you don't use and having it take up space? Do you use everything in your closet?
Speaker: I don't use it but I've collected so many little things in memory boxes. It's really grown to a few boxes now.
Listener: So the items are sentimental to you? I know how hard it is to part with items that have memories behind them, but at the end of the day, they are just items! :)
Speaker: They really are. Maybe I should put them into a scrapbook!
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Your instruction here | Speaker: My father sent me a photo of a letter I wrote for his birthday when I was a kid.
Listener: Oh how sweet! What did it say?
Speaker: I wrote about how much I appreciated him picking me up from school everyday and helping me with my homework. So adorable to read it!
Listener: I love finding treasures like that!
Speaker: Yeah, I'm glad he kept them because it's always amazing to find it later in life.
Listener: I hope that I am able to share such nice things with my own kids one day.
Speaker: Me too. I will keep every little drawing and letter they make me. It's worth it.
Listener: I really enjoy that too!
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