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i love dogs.

The domestic dog ("Canis lupus familiaris" or "Canis familiaris") is a member of the genus "Canis" (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated, which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct. The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. New research seems to show that dogs have mutations to equivalent genetic regions in humans where changes are known to trigger high sociability and somewhat reduced intelligence. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet "man's best friend". Lauren: I love dogs, I learned that The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated Peter: I do too and I have pet dogs and working dogs for the livestock Lauren: I have heard that the dog was the first species to be domesticated Peter: I never knew that but I know they are tuned in to people and that makes them mans best friend Lauren: Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior. They can pick up on the slightest changes to our mood Peter: Really? Do they use dogs to help handicapped people now? Lauren: New research seems to show that dogs have mutations that give the slight new characteristics. But they can be a lot like protectors and helpers. Peter: You know a lot about this! What else can you tell me about dogs?

i like burritos.

A burrito (, ) is a dish in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that consists of a large wheat tortilla with various fillings. It is wrapped into a closed-ended cylinder, in contrast to a taco, where the tortilla is simply folded around the fillings. The tortilla is sometimes lightly grilled or steamed to soften it, make it more pliable, and allow it to adhere to itself when wrapped. A wet burrito is covered in sauce and therefore cannot be picked up. In Mexico, meat and refried beans are frequently the only fillings. In the United States, however, burrito fillings may include a combination of ingredients such as Mexican-style rice or plain rice, boiled beans or refried beans, lettuce, salsa, meat, guacamole, cheese, sour cream and various vegetables. Burrito sizes vary greatly and some can be very large. The word "burrito" means "little donkey" in Spanish, as a diminutive form of "burro", or "donkey". The name "burrito", as applied to the dish, possibly derives from the appearance of bedrolls and packs that donkeys carried. In other regions of Mexico such as in the state of Tamaulipas, similar types of food are known as "flauta" (flute). Before the development of the modern burrito, the Mesoamerican peoples of Mexico used corn tortillas to wrap foods, with fillings of chili peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, squash, and avocados. Layla: I love burritos, how about you? William: I love them, specially being from Texas the burrito is a type of food in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that consists of a large wheat tortilla with various fillings Layla: I like burritos from Taco Bell. William: I know, the burritos from taco bell are the best no wonder Taco Bell serves more than 2 billion customers each year at 7,000 restaurants Layla: I like burritos from Taco Bell. William: They are pretty good a quick fact about taco bell is that Taco Bell was founded by Glen Bell. Layla: Cool. Are they all in the USA? William: Yes, i believe that taco bell only resides in the US.

i play the drums.

A drum kit — also called a drum set, trap set, or simply drums — is a collection of drums and other percussion instruments, typically cymbals, which are set up on stands to be played by a single player, with drumsticks held in both hands, and the feet operating pedals that control the hi-hat cymbal and the beater for the bass drum. A drum kit consists of a mix of drums (categorized classically as membranophones, Hornbostel-Sachs high-level classification 2) and idiophones - most significantly cymbals, but can also include the woodblock and cowbell (classified as Hornbostel-Sachs high-level classification 1). In the 2000s, some kits also include electronic instruments (Hornbostel-Sachs classification 53). Also, both hybrid (mixing acoustic instruments and electronic drums) and entirely electronic kits are used. A standard modern kit (for a right-handed player), as used in popular music and taught in music schools, contains: All of these are classed as non-pitched percussion, allowing for the music to be scored using percussion notation, for which a loose semi-standardized form exists for the drum kit. If some or all of them are replaced by electronic drums, the scoring and most often positioning remains the same, allowing a standard teaching approach. Nathaniel: have you play a drum before? Jacqueline: Yes, believe it or not I was it in a band in high school and played the drums. I was quite found of using the hi-hat and the bass drum myself. Nathaniel: waoh thats so interesting, how dont know how to play a drum Jacqueline: It's not too difficult, I learned how to in a muscal school, as standard modern kits are taught there. Nathaniel: is there something like electronic drum? Jacqueline: Oh yes, it's like a special kind of synthesizer or keyboard that lets you play all the standard drum sounds as an alternative! Nathaniel: oh thats really interesting I willlove to learn that specifically. Jacqueline: You should try, it's a lot of fun, especially if you like electronic music like house, as that genre uses drum machines frequently. Nathaniel: I listen to a lot of owl city,and I learnt he uses electronic jazz as his own genre Jacqueline: That name sounds familiar, I think he's the one who released the album Ocean Eyes right?

my favorite food is pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Lilly: I love pizza! I could eat it every day with toppings like vegetables, meats, and condiments! Jeremy: I also like pizza, my favorite style is supreme with many vegetables and meats. Lilly: That sounds delicious! It's interesting that pizza was invented in Naples - I'm glad it made its way over to my side of the world! Jeremy: I agree, I feel like it has had a huge influence on American culture just due to how tasty of a food it is. Lilly: It sure has! It's one of the most popular dishes in the world! Jeremy: When pizza was invented in Naples, was one person given the credit or were there multiple people? Lilly: I don't know if any one person got the credit - but I do know that it's a traditional Italian dish that is very popular Jeremy: That's good enough for me. I wonder if pizza may end up evolving in interesting ways over the years due to population increase and other factors.

my favorite food is pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Cameron: I think pizza is the secret to happiness. Addison: You are correct sir. The road to true happiness is paved with Italian sauce and cheese. Cameron: And delicious delicious dough, I like to make pizza from scratch at home. Addison: I do too. I like all kinds of vegetables and meats on mine. How about you? Cameron: All kinds of everything, I like jalepenos, been pepperoni, I once put brisket on my pizza Addison: Brisket on pizza? Yes please! Its no wonder that pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world. Cameron: yes it was so delicious, brisket, onions, extra cheese, no surprise it is so popular. Addison: Do you like chain restaurant pizza as well? I personally like Papa John the best. Cameron: papa john is good, i like dominies alot aswell. any pizza is good pizza Addison: Its super common to get pizza delivery from places like Domino's, and Papa John's. But, I agree, free pizza=best pizza.

i wait tables.

Waiting staff are those who work at a restaurant or a bar, and sometimes in private homes, attending customers—supplying them with food and drink as requested. A server or waiting staff takes on a very important role in a restaurant which is to always be attentive and accommodating to the customers. Each waiter follows rules and guidelines that are developed by the manager. Wait staff can abide by these rules by completing many different tasks throughout their shifts, such as food-running, polishing dishes and silverware, helping bus tables, and restocking working stations with needed supplies. Waiting on tables is (along with nursing and teaching) part of the service sector, and among the most common occupations in the United States. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that, as of May 2008, there were over 2.2 million persons employed as servers in the U.S. Many restaurants choose a specific uniform for their wait staff to wear. Waitstaff may receive tips as a minor or major part of their earnings, with customs varying widely from country to country. An individual waiting tables is commonly called a "server", "front server", "waitress" (women only), "waiter" (referring to men or either/any gender), "member of the wait staff", "waitstaff" or "serving staff" "server", "waitperson", or less commonly the 1980s American neologism "waitron". Liam: Some people call me a looser because I wait tables. No one realizes how good tips can be. Have you ever worked in the service industry? Adam: I haven't, but I know that they can be serving food at bars, restaurants, and even in private homes. Liam: I wish I could get a serving job in a private house. You would make real bank. Adam: That would be so nice! They really place an important role in the restaurant or wherever they are. Liam: Yes, people think chef's have all the stress but angry customers do not see them. They see us. Adam: Yup, people get mad at waiters all the time even though all they do is abide by the rules and guidelines of wherever they work. Liam: Last weekend one customer got so angry we had to call the cops. All because his water only have 2 ice cubes not 3. Adam: You'd think they would be more courteous to one of the most common occupations around.

i like katy perry as a musician.

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer and songwriter. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager. Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album "Katy Hudson" under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin. After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007. Perry rose to fame in 2008 with the release of her second album, a pop rock record titled "One of the Boys", and its singles "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot n Cold". The former track also sparked controversy for its sapphic themes. Her third album, "Teenage Dream" (2010), ventured into disco, and was her first number one album on the U.S. "Billboard" 200. It topped the U.S. "Billboard" Hot 100 with the singles "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Firework", "E.T. Juan: I am a Katy Perry fan, what about you? Do you like her as a singer? Abraham: I do, I liked her Superbowl halftime show, on 2/1/15. Juan: Did you went to any of her concerts? Abraham: No but I would've liked to have seen her at the SuperBowl. Beyonce also performed at the Super Bowl. She brought out Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. Juan: I remember about it. So you a SuperBowl fan? Abraham: Yes, my favorite game was between the Ravens and 49ers in 2012. What about you? Juan: I am not that big fan or Superbowl but I watch it because my best friends likes it. Abraham: I see. That game was played in New Orleans if you remember that. It was actually the tenth one to take place.

i love animals.

Armadillos are New World placental mammals in the order Cingulata with a leathery armour shell. The Chlamyphoridae and Dasypodidae are the only surviving families in the order, which is part of the superorder Xenarthra, along with the anteaters and sloths. The word "armadillo" means "little armoured one" in Spanish. The Aztecs called them "āyōtōchtli" , Nahuatl for "turtle-rabbit": "āyōtl" (turtle) and "tōchtli" (rabbit). The Portuguese word for "armadillo" is "tatu" which derives from the Tupi language. Similar names are also found in other, especially European, languages. About nine extant genera and 21 extant species of armadillo have been described, some of which are distinguished by the number of bands on their armour. Their average length is about , including tail. The giant armadillo grows up to and weighs up to , while the pink fairy armadillo is a diminutive species, with an overall length of . All species are native to the Americas, where they inhabit a variety of different environments. Recent genetic research suggests that an extinct group of giant armoured mammals, the glyptodonts, should be included within the lineage of armadillos, having diverged some 35 million years ago, much more recently than previously assumed. Natalia: Armadillos are cool. They have natural armor from many years of evolution. Nolan: They sure do, even their name, "little armored one," agrees with you. They're everywhere on Texas roads! Natalia: Armadillo Nolan: Don't call me names! The number of bands on their armor is generally accepted to mean how many victims they've crossed off their list... Natalia: That's interesting. Since their name is Spanish, I wonder if they're often found in Mexico and other Spanish speaking areas? Nolan: Well I've personally only seen them in the South, but they're native to both Americas, so you could see them in a lot of different places! Natalia: Hmm, I never took armadillos to be so dangerous.... Nolan: They are dangerous. The Aztecs had different names for them, including turtle-rabbit and turtle, the traditional Aztec gods of death. Natalia: Are there different types of armadillos?

i love chocolate.

Chocolate is a typically sweet, usually brown food preparation of "Theobroma cacao" seeds, roasted and ground. It is made in the form of a liquid, paste, or in a block, or used as a flavoring ingredient in other foods. Cacao has been cultivated by many cultures for at least three millennia in Mesoamerica. The earliest evidence of use traces to the Olmecs (Mexico), with evidence of chocolate beverages dating back to 1900 BCE. In fact, the majority of Mesoamerican people made chocolate beverages, including the Maya and Aztecs, who made it into a beverage known as "xocolātl" , a Nahuatl word meaning "bitter water". The seeds of the cacao tree have an intense bitter taste and must be fermented to develop the flavor. After fermentation, the beans are dried, cleaned, and roasted. The shell is removed to produce cacao nibs, which are then ground to cocoa mass, unadulterated chocolate in rough form. Once the cocoa mass is liquefied by heating, it is called chocolate liquor. The liquor also may be cooled and processed into its two components: cocoa solids and cocoa butter. Baking chocolate, also called bitter chocolate, contains cocoa solids and cocoa butter in varying proportions, without any added sugars. Omar: i love eating chocolate on anything, Chocolate is a typically sweet, usually brown food preparation of "Theobroma cacao" Jordan: I've never heard it called that before! Omar: Yeah, It is made in the form of a liquid, paste, or in a block Jordan: That's true. What else can you tell me? Omar: The seeds of the cacao tree have an intense bitter taste and must be fermented to develop the flavor, that is why you can find some really expensive chocolate Jordan: You have to ferment the beans to get choclate? That's strange! Omar: Yeah it is really weird but at the end of the day chocolate is delicous Jordan: Very true! It's one of my favorites!

my favorite food is steak.

A steak () is a meat generally sliced across the muscle fibers, potentially including a bone. Exceptions, in which the meat is sliced parallel to the fibers, include the skirt steak that is cut from the plate, the flank steak that is cut from the abdominal muscles, and the famous Silverfinger steak that is cut from the loin and includes three rib bones. When the word "steak" is used without qualification, it generally refers to a beefsteak. In a larger sense, there are also fish steaks, ground meat steaks, pork steak and many more varieties of steaks. Steaks are usually grilled, but they can be pan-fried, or broiled. Steak is often grilled in an attempt to replicate the flavor of steak cooked over the glowing coals of an open fire. Steak can also be cooked in sauce, such as in steak and kidney pie, or minced and formed into patties, such as hamburgers. Steaks are also cut from grazing animals, usually farmed, other than cattle, including bison, camel, goat, horse, kangaroo, sheep, ostrich, pigs, reindeer, turkey, deer and zebu as well as various types of fish, especially salmon and large pelagic fish such as swordfish, shark and marlin. For some meats, such as pork, lamb and mutton, chevon and veal, these cuts are often referred to as chops. Alexandra: The thought of eating meat that is "sliced across the muscle fibers" grosses me out, but I love steak anyway! Jackson: I also enjoy a good steak on occasion! How do you like your steak cooked? Alexandra: I know they can be pan-fried or broiled, but I love them on the grill. I like rare, too, which bothers some of my family members. You? Jackson: I agree that rare tastes better, but I get nervous about eating under-cooked food. I prefer the filet mignon, you? Alexandra: Do you buy a whole tenderloin or have the butcher cut the filets? I love filet mignon as well as rib-eye. Jackson: I usually get them cut to my preference. I am definitely not good at butchering! You? Alexandra: I buy the whole tenderloin, because it's a better price, but I ask the butcher to cut them at 2 inches thickness for me. Jackson: I will have to remember that! Is 2 inches the best thickness? Alexandra: It cooks faster, because closer to a tenderloin which is the short loin and the rump in Commonwealth countries. Jackson: Oh, I see. What regions do the best steaks come from? I heard Japan!

i cannot stand pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Steven: Pizza is soo good i love it. Kenneth: I love it too, it is a traditional Italian dish. Steven: Its so good with anything and anywhere. Kenneth: It's just so hard for it to get old when you can put so many meats and vegetables on it. Steven: Yea i know. so good. Kenneth: Even condiments too! You just put so much on pizza, even removing the cheese. Steven: Yea its crazy how much does well being on pizza. Kenneth: What meats and vegetables do you like? Steven: I like pepperoni. Kenneth: My favorite meat is pepperoni and my favorite vegetable is mushrooms.

i read sci fi space adventures with a passion.

Dune is a 1965 science fiction novel by American author Frank Herbert, originally published as two separate serials in "Analog" magazine. It tied with Roger Zelazny's "This Immortal" for the Hugo Award in 1966, and it won the inaugural Nebula Award for Best Novel. It is the first installment of the "Dune" saga, and in 2003 was cited as the world's best-selling science fiction novel. Set in the distant future amidst a feudal interstellar society in which noble houses, in control of individual planets, owe allegiance to the Padishah Emperor, "Dune" tells the story of young Paul Atreides, whose noble family accepts the stewardship of the desert planet Arrakis. As this planet is the only source of the oracular spice melange, the most important and valuable substance in the universe, control of Arrakis is a coveted—and dangerous—undertaking. The story explores the multi-layered interactions of politics, religion, ecology, technology, and human emotion, as the factions of the empire confront each other in a struggle for the control of Arrakis and its spice. Herbert wrote five sequels: "Dune Messiah", "Children of Dune", "God Emperor of Dune", "Heretics of Dune", and "". The first novel also inspired a 1984 film adaptation by David Lynch, the 2000 Sci-Fi Channel miniseries "Frank Herbert's Dune" and its 2003 sequel "Frank Herbert's Children of Dune" (which combines the events of "Dune Messiah" and "Children of Dune"), computer games, several board games, songs, and a series of followups, including prequels and sequels, that were co-written by Kevin J. Anderson and the author's son, Brian Herbert, starting in 1999. Olivia: I just finished reading my favorite novel on earth DUNE, 1965 science fiction novel by american author Frank Herbert~ Joseph: That sounds like an interesting novel. Can you tell me more about it? Olivia: Well it is a sci fi novel! i really love it! set in distant future amidst a feudal interstella society in which noble houses owe allegiance to the padishas emperor! Joseph: This sounds very cool! Who are the main characters in the novel? Olivia: Well we have Paul Atreides whose noble family accepts the stewardship of the desert planet Arrakis Joseph: Are there any plans of a sequel or maybe turning it into a television series? Olivia: Well it alredy had five sequels actually! by the author Herbert! Joseph: Oh! I didn't realize it was a series! Cool! I'll have to check it out. Sounds like it would make a great movie or television series. Olivia: Are you familiar with Star trek? that would be a great star in sci fi, debuted in 1979 directed by Robert Wise! Joseph: Don't hate me but I was not a huge fan of Star Trek. I'm more of a Walking Dead girl. lol

i drive a silver lexus.

Lexus originated from a corporate project to develop a new premium sedan, code-named F1, which began in 1983 and culminated in the launch of the Lexus LS in 1989. Subsequently, the division added sedan, coupé, convertible and SUV models. Lexus did not exist as a brand in its home market until 2005, and all vehicles marketed internationally as Lexus from 1989 to 2005 were released in Japan under the Toyota marque and an equivalent model name. In 2005, a hybrid version of the RX crossover debuted and additional hybrid models later joined the division's lineup. Lexus launched its own F marque performance division in 2007 with the debut of the IS F sport sedan, followed by the LFA supercar in 2009. Lexus vehicles are largely produced in Japan, with manufacturing centered in the Chūbu and Kyūshū regions, and in particular at Toyota's Tahara, Aichi, Chūbu and Miyata, Fukuoka, Kyūshū plants. Assembly of the first Lexus built outside the country, the Ontario, Canada-produced RX 330, began in 2003. Following a corporate reorganization from 2001 to 2005, Lexus began operation of its own design, engineering and manufacturing centers. Since the 2000s, Lexus has increased sales outside its largest market, the United States. Max: i drive a silver lexus cause its the best vehicle to get i hear Derek: Lexus is such a cool corporate project. They make such good vehicles. How long have you had yours? Max: I have had it for about 6 months.. this current vehicle anyway Derek: Oh I see, well the company themselves started in 1983 and culminated in the launch of the Lexus LS in 1989. Max: does a bigger car company own them? Derek: Oh they don't, but only recently. Lexus did not exist as a brand in its home market until 2005 Max: oh ok that makes sense Derek: Oh yes, and in that same year a hybrid version of the RX crossover debuted

i have a horse named beauty.

The horse ("Equus ferus caballus") is one of two extant subspecies of "Equus ferus". It is an odd-toed ungulate mammal belonging to the taxonomic family Equidae. The horse has evolved over the past 45 to 55 million years from a small multi-toed creature, "Eohippus", into the large, single-toed animal of today. Humans began to domesticate horses around 4000 BC, and their domestication is believed to have been widespread by 3000 BC. Horses in the subspecies "caballus" are domesticated, although some domesticated populations live in the wild as feral horses. These feral populations are not true wild horses, as this term is used to describe horses that have never been domesticated, such as the endangered Przewalski's horse, a separate subspecies, and the only remaining true wild horse. There is an extensive, specialized vocabulary used to describe equine-related concepts, covering everything from anatomy to life stages, size, colors, markings, breeds, locomotion, and behavior. Horses' anatomy enables them to make use of speed to escape predators and they have a well-developed sense of balance and a strong fight-or-flight response. Related to this need to flee from predators in the wild is an unusual trait: horses are able to sleep both standing up and lying down, with younger horse tending to sleep significantly more than adults. Natalie: Hello, I just wanted you to know I own a horse. I just changed her name to beauty Jesse: What great creatures. They have evolved from multi-toed creatures to a single hooves one. Natalie: If you only knew. Mine has a horn between it's head and can fly. She is truly my best friend. Jesse: I'm not sure that is a horse, of all the specialized vocabulary used to describe the size, color or marking, there is not horned breed. Natalie: I understand your worry, but I know what I have. It is quite amazing and I love her. Jesse: my son named his sisters Unicorn, "Unicorn Magic" Natalie: What's a unicorn? I dont know anything about that. Jesse: It is a legendary creature that can be recognized with a spiraling horn on its forhead

i still have a thick accent so words like hippopotamus are difficult.

In sociolinguistics, an accent is a manner of pronunciation peculiar to a particular individual, location, or nation. An accent may be identified with the locality in which its speakers reside (a regional or geographical accent), the socio-economic status of its speakers, their ethnicity, their caste or social class (a social accent), or influence from their first language (a foreign accent). Accents typically differ in quality of the voice, pronunciation and distinction of vowels and consonants, stress, and prosody. Although grammar, semantics, vocabulary, and other language characteristics often vary concurrently with accent, the word "accent" may refer specifically to the differences in pronunciation, whereas the word "dialect" encompasses the broader set of linguistic differences. Often "accent" is a subset of "dialect". As human beings spread out into isolated communities, stresses and peculiarities develop. Over time, they can develop into identifiable accents. In North America, the interaction of people from many ethnic backgrounds contributed to the formation of the different varieties of North American accents. It is difficult to measure or predict how long it takes an accent to formulate. Kaden: I think accents are cool, but sometimes they can be hard to understand Angelina: In sociolinguistics, an accent is a manner of pronunciation peculiar to a particular individual or location, but some are really hard to understand Kaden: One of my favorite accents is a british accent. its just sounds so fancy and sophisticated. Angelina: I really like that accent as well it just sounds so classy, An accent may be identified with the locality in which its speakers reside Kaden: I wonder if I moved over there, if it would be possible for me to pick up the accent and change mine. Angelina: Pitch accent (tone accent) is a feature of certain languages whose variations in pitch, so it is maybe contagious Kaden: I just dont want to pick up a southern accent. those are not attractive at all. No offense. Angelina: Yeah some people dislike certain accents it is normal, It is difficult to measure or predict how long it takes an accent to formulate Kaden: I dont think that I have an accent, but im sure that to some people, I do. Angelina: you probably do, Often "accent" is a subset of "dialect"

i am in a motorcycle club.

A motorcycle club is a group of individuals whose primary interest and activities involve motorcycles. Most clubs are either organized around a brand or make, or around a type of riding (e.g. touring). Motorcycle clubs vary a great deal in their objectives and organizations. Mainstream motorcycle clubs or associations typically have elected officers and directors, annual dues, and a regular publication. They may also sponsor sports events and annual or more frequent motorcycle rallies where members can socialize. There are a great many brand clubs, i.e. clubs dedicated to a particular marque, including those sponsored by various manufacturers, modeled on the original brand club, the Harley Owners Group. There are also large national independent motorcycle clubs, for example, the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. There are also specific clubs for women, such as Women's International Motorcycle Association, and clubs for lesbians and gays, such as Dykes on Bikes. Clubs catering for those interested in vintage machines such as the Vintage Motor Cycle Club are also popular as well as those centered on particular venues. Clubs catering for riders' rights such as the Motorcycle Action Group, and charities like The Royal British Legion Riders Branch are also popular. Ricardo: I belong to a Motorcycle club we do a lot of charity activity bike rides Reagan: Do you have to pay member fees? Ricardo: Yes I do and most clubs vary with their goals and objectives we pay dues and do charity rides Reagan: That is kinda cool, Do you do several events a year? Ricardo: Yes we do and a lot of clubs are centered around a brand or make y club focuses on Harleys Reagan: Can anyone join? Ricardo: Yes we have elected officers and annual dues Reagan: How much are the dues?

i am a pharmacist.

Pharmacists, also known as chemists (Commonwealth English) or druggists (North American and, archaically, Commonwealth English), are healthcare professionals who practice in pharmacy, the field of health sciences focusing on safe and effective medication use. A pharmacist is a member of the health care team directly involved with patient care. Pharmacists undergo university-level education to understand the biochemical mechanisms and actions of drugs, drug uses, therapeutic roles, side effects, potential drug interactions, and monitoring parameters. This is mated to anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Pharmacists interpret and communicate this specialized knowledge to patients, physicians, and other health care providers. Among other licensing requirements, different countries require pharmacists to hold either a Bachelor of Pharmacy, Master of Pharmacy, or Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The most common pharmacist positions are that of a "community pharmacist" (also referred to as a "retail pharmacist", "first-line pharmacist" or "dispensing chemist"), or a "hospital pharmacist", where they instruct and counsel on the proper use and adverse effects of medically prescribed drugs and medicines. Alexandra: Pharmacists always seemed contempt to me with how much they make Victoria: I don't know how much they make, but I figured it would be a good amount since they usually need a postgraduate pharmacy degree. Alexandra: Yea seems like it isnt too hard but i bet it is more than it looks Victoria: I friend's mom is one, and I know she was taking classes about the different properties of drugs, and how to counsel people on their use. Alexandra: Yea i can imagine there is a lot of responsibility with the job Victoria: I would assume so, I mean considering that on top of their degrees, they also have different licensing requirements. Alexandra: Yea, seems cool, wouldnt be a bad job to get. Victoria: I wish that we called them chemists like they do in some of the Commonwealth nations. Just sounds cooler to me.

i like to go to the farmer s market every weekend.

A farmers' market (also farmers market) is a physical retail marketplace intended to sell foods directly by farmers to consumers. Farmers' markets may be indoors or outdoors and typically consist of booths, tables or stands where farmers sell fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and sometimes prepared foods and beverages. Farmers' markets exist in many countries worldwide and reflect the local culture and economy. The size of the market may be just a few stalls or it may be as large as several city blocks. Due to their nature, they tend to be less rigidly regulated than retail produce shops. They are distinguished from public markets, which are generally housed in permanent structures, open year-round, and offer a variety of non-farmer/non-producer vendors, packaged foods and non-food products. The current concept of a farmers' market is similar to past concepts, but different in relation to other forms – as aspects of consumer retailing, overall, continue to shift over time. Similar forms existed before the Industrial age, but often formed part of broader markets, where suppliers of food and other goods gathered to retail their wares. Trading posts began a shift toward retailers who sold others' products more than their own. Sean: Farmers market it a retail place to sell stuff directly from the farm Jasmine: Oh yeah its usually only open in the morning Sean: Yeah and farmer markets can be indoors or outdoors with booths and tables and stands Jasmine: Yeah the food is pretty good price and fresh too Sean: I love the variety you can buy fruit, vegetables, cheeses, honey, meats etc Jasmine: I like cool hidden items you would never think to get. Sean: Its cool that farmers markets exist all over the world you can find out about the culture and economics of the area by visiting the farmers market Jasmine: Well anything else you know about it Sean: Farmers markets are not as rigidly controlled as other retail outlets Jasmine: Yeah they are kind of a grey zone like food truck huh?

i wonder about what life in space would be like.

Space is the boundless three-dimensional extent in which objects and events have relative position and direction. Physical space is often conceived in three linear dimensions, although modern physicists usually consider it, with time, to be part of a boundless four-dimensional continuum known as spacetime. The concept of space is considered to be of fundamental importance to an understanding of the physical universe. However, disagreement continues between philosophers over whether it is itself an entity, a relationship between entities, or part of a conceptual framework. Debates concerning the nature, essence and the mode of existence of space date back to antiquity; namely, to treatises like the "Timaeus" of Plato, or Socrates in his reflections on what the Greeks called "khôra" (i.e. "space"), or in the "Physics" of Aristotle (Book IV, Delta) in the definition of "topos" (i.e. place), or in the later "geometrical conception of place" as "space "qua" extension" in the "Discourse on Place" ("Qawl fi al-Makan") of the 11th-century Arab polymath Alhazen. Many of these classical philosophical questions were discussed in the Renaissance and then reformulated in the 17th century, particularly during the early development of classical mechanics. Haley: Do you ever wonder what it would be like to live in Space? Nicolas: Yes, I have; the boundless, final frontier. There's an exercise for school kids to pack for Mars. It's pretty fun. Haley: That's fantastic! What do the kids have to do to get ready to go to Mars? Nicolas: They have a weight limit and they have to choose what to take with them. Of course, if you forget the batteries, well you're stuck. They're way into that Star Trek stuff. Haley: I like Star Trek, but I prefer Star Wars. If I went to Mars, I'd probably have to take a couple of books. Nicolas: Star Wars is more recent, but Star Trek was more original. Take a Kindle, books are too heavy. Haley: But a Kindle would need a charger and batteries. As long as I can get light from somewhere, I can still read my book. Nicolas: You'd have charging available on a ship and Kindle batteries can't be replaced. Haley: Only if I remembered the charger. It's hard for me to remember those things. Irreplaceable batteries are a problem. Nicolas: It's just a cord to charge the Kindle - Haley: I know, but I'd be thinking about other things that seemed more important.

i drive a honda car.

Honda has been the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959, as well as the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than 14 million internal combustion engines each year. Honda became the second-largest Japanese automobile manufacturer in 2001. Honda was the eighth largest automobile manufacturer in the world behind Toyota, Volkswagen Group, Hyundai Motor Group, General Motors, Ford, Nissan, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2015. Honda was the first Japanese automobile manufacturer to release a dedicated luxury brand, Acura, in 1986. Aside from their core automobile and motorcycle businesses, Honda also manufactures garden equipment, marine engines, personal watercraft and power generators, and other products. Since 1986, Honda has been involved with artificial intelligence/robotics research and released their ASIMO robot in 2000. They have also ventured into aerospace with the establishment of GE Honda Aero Engines in 2004 and the Honda HA-420 HondaJet, which began production in 2012. Honda has three joint-ventures in China (Honda China, Dongfeng Honda, and Guangqi Honda). In 2013, Honda invested about 5.7% (US$6.8 billion) of its revenues in research and development. Caden: Honda is always my preffered car brand Henry: I have had three Hondas. I just recently found out they make things like generators and garden equipment. Caden: Do you have any idea when the first honda car was invented? Henry: Im not entirely sure but they started with motorcycles in the late 50's Caden: wow it has been a long time no wonder their merchandise is so good i specially love the Honda civic Henry: I think they make such great vehicles because they constantly reinvest in research and development. Caden: Yes they are great and they last a long time too i have had my civic since 2007 and it still works perfectly Henry: Ive had mine since 2010. With them being the 2nd largest automobile manufacturer from Japan I can see myself purchasing another. Caden: Yes i was actually looking for a second car and wanted it to be honda do you know of any good cars other than the civic from honda? Henry: Yes. With Honda being one of the largest Japanese manufacturers. They also make the Accord which is nice and affordable.

i like to read.

Reading is a complex "cognitive process" of decoding symbols in order to construct or derive meaning (reading comprehension). Reading is a means of language acquisition, communication, and of sharing information and ideas. Like all languages, it is a complex interaction between the text and the reader which is shaped by the reader’s prior knowledge, experiences, attitude, and language community which is culturally and socially situated. The reading process requires continuous practice, development, and refinement. In addition, reading requires creativity and critical analysis. Consumers of literature make ventures with each piece, innately deviating from literal words to create images that make sense to them in the unfamiliar places the texts describe. Because reading is such a complex process, it cannot be controlled or restricted to one or two interpretations. There are no concrete laws in reading, but rather allows readers an escape to produce their own products introspectively. This promotes deep exploration of texts during interpretation. Readers use a variety of reading strategies to assist with decoding (to translate symbols into sounds or visual representations of speech) and comprehension. Carson: I enjoy reading. What are some of your favorite books? Caroline: I love Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and the Last Vampire. I love books that require creativity and logical analysis. Carson: My younger daughter is a big fan of the Harry Potter series. Did you read all of the novels? Caroline: I did! I have actually read each one half a dozen times. I got into it a little bit after the first book was released on June 26, 1997 when I was 9 years old. Carson: Wow! You must really enjoy the books! Have you had an opportunity to visit the Harry Potter part of Universal Studios in Orlando? Caroline: No I haven't! It's been open since 2010, June 18th to be exact. But I haven't had a chance to go. I've dreamed about it even before the theme park existed. Carson: You would love it! I rode the Harry Potter ride and it was intense and amazing! Caroline: What ride was that? There are actually two theme parks, the Islands of Adventure and the Universal Orlando Resort.

i was born in baton rouge.

Baton Rouge ( ; French for "Red Stick", French: Bâton-Rouge ; Spanish: Baton Rouge ) is the capital of the U.S. state of Louisiana and its second-largest city. It forms the parish seat of East Baton Rouge Parish and is located on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. As the capital city, Baton Rouge is the political hub for Louisiana, and is the second-largest city in the state after New Orleans, with an estimated population of 227,715 in 2016. The metropolitan area surrounding the city, known as Greater Baton Rouge, is also the second-largest in Louisiana, with a population of 830,480 people as of 2015. The urban area has around 594,309 inhabitants. Baton Rouge is a major industrial, petrochemical, medical, research, motion picture, and growing technology center of the American South. The Port of Greater Baton Rouge is the tenth largest in the United States in terms of tonnage shipped, and is the farthest upstream Mississippi River port capable of handling Panamax ships. The Baton Rouge area owes its historical importance to its strategic site upon the Istrouma Bluff, the first natural bluff upriver from the Mississippi River Delta. This allowed development of a business quarter safe from seasonal flooding. Caitlin: Have you ever been to Baton Rouge? Delaney: I have never been there before, but It sounds like a nice place as the capital of Louisiana and the second largest city there Caitlin: oh i didn't know it was a capital of Louisiana. Didn't something bad happen there a couple of years ago? Some police shooting? Delaney: I am not sure, but it's very possible with such a huge population in the urban area of about 594,309 residents Caitlin: yeah, i think i've heard something on the news. What are some tourist attractions? Delaney: They have the first natural bluff upriver from the Mississippi River Delta Caitlin: oh cool! Are there any museums in Baton Rouge? Delaney: I am sure they have a ton of museums since it is a major industrial petrochemical, medical and research technology center of Southern America Caitlin: i love visiting museums and learn about the places i visit Delaney: I love museums as well, they really help teach the public about different things we may not otherwise know

i have a cat.

The Maine Coon is one of the largest domesticated breeds of cat. It has a distinctive physical appearance and valuable hunting skills. It is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America, specifically "native" to the state of Maine (though the feline was simply introduced there), where it is the official state cat. No records of the Maine Coon's exact origins and date of introduction to the United States exist, so several competing hypotheses have been suggested. The breed was popular in cat shows in the late 19th century, but its existence became threatened when long-haired breeds from overseas were introduced in the early 20th century. The Maine Coon has since made a comeback and is now one of the more popular cat breeds in the world. The Maine Coon is a large and sociable cat, hence its nickname, "the gentle giant." It is characterized by a prominent ruff along its chest, robust bone structure, triangular body shape, an uneven two layered coat with longer guard hairs with a silky satin under layer undercoat, and a long, bushy tail. The breed's colors vary widely, with only lilac and chocolate disallowed for pedigree. Reputed for its intelligence and playful, gentle personality, the Maine Coon is often cited as having "dog-like" characteristics. Donovan: I have a Maine Co-n cat named Tim. I love him, he's huge! Maine Co-ns are the largest domesticated breed of cat Katherine: never heard of that type of cat Donovan: They are native to the state of Maine and are the official state cat! They're very smart, too. Katherine: what do they look like Donovan: They have really large bone structure - big faces, a gigantic ruff of fur around the neck, and a long fluffy tail. They can weigh up to 30lbs Katherine: huh, they sound interesting, i like to see one in person Donovan: You should google them! They're great pets - smart, playful, and gentle. Some people say they are "dog-like" Katherine: i wonder if they can fetch :)

i have thrown up every day for the last 3 months with morning sickness.

Morning sickness, also called nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP), is a symptom of pregnancy that involves nausea or vomiting. Despite the name, nausea or vomiting can occur at any time during the day. Typically these symptoms occur between the 4th and 16th week of pregnancy. About 10% of women still have symptoms after the 20th week of pregnancy. A severe form of the condition is known as hyperemesis gravidarum and results in weight loss. The cause of morning sickness is unknown but may be related to changing levels of the hormone human chorionic gonadotrophin. Some have proposed that it may be useful from an evolutionary point of view. Diagnosis should only occur after other possible causes have been ruled out. Abdominal pain, fever, or headaches are typically not present in morning sickness. Taking prenatal vitamins before pregnancy may decrease the risk. Specific treatment other than a bland diet may not be required for mild cases. If treatment is used the combination of doxylamine and pyridoxine is recommended initially. There is limited evidence that ginger may be useful. For severe cases that have not improved with other measures methylprednisolone may be tried. Tube feeding may be required in women who are losing weight. Zoey: I'v had morning sickness during my pregnancies before. I have thrown up with it too. Briana: Well that's no fun. How long does your morning sickness usually last? Zoey: My morning sickness usually last between the 4th and 16th week of my pregnanies , but it could vary Briana: The rest of your pregnancy typically goes well, though? Zoey: oh my yes, ! It's generally I feel this way because of the fluctuation in my hormone levels :) Briana: My wife had some bad back issues with both of her last 2 pregnancies. Do you ever have any problems with that? Zoey: I'm not sure about the back issues but pain in the stomach fever or headaches are not most present during morning sickness Briana: Did you have a lot of indigestion? That seemed to be another thing that my wife struggled with. Zoey: I've never had indegestion, but i'm had NVP which is nausea and vomiting of pregnancy lol Briana: That sounds much worse. Did you have any fatigue symptoms?

i give lessons on string instruments.

The violin, also known informally as a fiddle, is a wooden string instrument in the violin family. Most violins have a hollow wooden body. It is the smallest and highest-pitched instrument in the family in regular use. Smaller violin-type instruments are known, including the violino piccolo and the kit violin, but these are virtually unused. The violin typically has four strings tuned in perfect fifths, and is most commonly played by drawing a bow across its strings, though it can also be played by plucking the strings with the fingers (pizzicato) and by striking the strings with the wooden side of the bow (col legno). Violins are important instruments in a wide variety of musical genres. They are most prominent in the Western classical tradition, both in ensembles (from chamber music to orchestras) and as solo instruments and in many varieties of folk music, including country music, bluegrass music and in jazz. Electric violins with solid bodies and piezoelectric pickups are used in some forms of rock music and jazz fusion, with the pickups plugged into instrument amplifiers and speakers to produce sound. Further, the violin has come to be played in many non-Western music cultures, including Indian music and Iranian music. Spencer: I've just started taking Violin lesson's. One day I hope to be able to jam. Do you play? Mason: I like it! Jamming on a violin! Typically I think classical -- but are you talking about an electric violin? With amplifiers and speakers and all?! Spencer: Have you heard of Caitlin De Ville? I want to play like her. Mason: I haven't! But I have seen more modern violinists. It's wild the variety of musical genres that they're used in. Where is she from? Spencer: I think France. I love the Violin when it's used in rock bluegrass as well. Mason: Same! I think then we're calling a "fiddle", you know?! A little more informal, like the music! Spencer: You should check out Hay Seed Dixie they play rock, meal and pop all in a bluegrass way with the Violin. Mason: Very cool. I know most people think classical, but they're amazing as part of country, bluegrass, and jazz too. Spencer: Even Metallic uses them in some songs, Mason: That's awesome! I know they're also used in non-Western music cultures too -- like in some Indian music. Love the variety!

my guilty pleasure is mcdonald.

McDonald's is a fast food company that was founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand. The first time a McDonald's franchise used the Golden Arches logo was in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1955, Ray Kroc, a businessman, joined the company as a franchise agent and proceeded to purchase the chain from the McDonald brothers. McDonald's had its original headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois, but has approved plans to move its global headquarters to Chicago by 2018. McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant chain by revenue, serving over 69 million customers daily in over 100 countries across approximately 36,900 outlets as of 2016. Although McDonald's is known for its hamburgers, they also sell cheeseburgers, chicken products, french fries, breakfast items, soft drinks, milkshakes, wraps, and desserts. In response to changing consumer tastes and a negative backlash because of the unhealthiness of their food, the company has added to its menu salads, fish, smoothies, and fruit. The McDonald's Corporation revenues come from the rent, royalties, and fees paid by the franchisees, as well as sales in company-operated restaurants. Cesar: Have you tried any of McDonald's more healthy options, like salads or smoothies? Nathan: Yes. I have. I enjoy their salads but both times I've had their smoothies, I've gotten sick after. Cesar: Oh no, you got sick? Were you allergic to one of the ingredients, maybe? Lots of smoothies have common allergens like dairy products or nuts. Nathan: I'm not sure. I don't think so. I wondered if it was just a fluke. I really like their Filet o Fish sandwiches. Cesar: I love the Filet O' Fish! I really enjoy the texture of the steamed bun and the taste of their tartar sauce. Nathan: Oh me too! They have the best tartar sauce. I even like to dip my fries in it. I wish I could find out what kind it is. Cesar: I've never heard of having fries with tartar sauce- I usually eat mine with curry ketchup or mayonnaise. Nathan: Yes me too. Unless I have their tartar sauce. You should give it a try. Its even good to add a bit of ketchup in it and mix it together. If I dine in I also ask for a small extra tartar sauce. Cesar: I was just thinking that I need a snack. Maybe I'll head over and have some McDonald's fries to snack on. Nathan: That sounds good. Give the tartar sauce a go with them.

my favorite color is purple.

Purple is a color intermediate between blue and red. It is similar to violet, but unlike violet, which is a spectral color with its own wavelength on the visible spectrum of light, purple is a composite color made by combining red and blue. According to surveys in Europe and the U.S., purple is the color most often associated with royalty, magic, mystery and piety. When combined with pink, it is associated with eroticism, femininity and seduction. Purple was the color worn by Roman magistrates; it became the imperial color worn by the rulers of the Byzantine Empire and the Holy Roman Empire, and later by Roman Catholic bishops. Similarly in Japan, the color is traditionally associated with the Emperor and aristocracy. The complementary color of purple is yellow. The word 'purple' comes from the Old English word "purpul" which derives from Latin "purpura", in turn from the Greek ("porphura"), name of the Tyrian purple dye manufactured in classical antiquity from a mucus secreted by the spiny dye-murex snail. The first recorded use of the word 'purple' in the English language was in the year 975 AD. In heraldry, the word "purpure" is used for purple. In the traditional color wheel used by painters, violet and purple are both placed between red and blue. Naomi: Purple is so pretty! It is in-between blue and red Sarah: Is purple your favorite color? I heard purple was a royal color, right? Naomi: A lot of people in Europe and the US associate purple with royalty or even magic or mystery! Purple is my favorite color I would say! Sarah: Yeah, I remembered hearing that in school! So, if you mix red and blue, it makes purple? I didn't realize that. Naomi: Yes, combining red and blue creates purple!! Sarah: That is so cool! I wonder how people discovered that! Naomi: I bet a long time ago! They have been using the word "purple" since the year 975 AD!! Sarah: Wow! That is insane! So, is purple considered a primary color? Naomi: I believe purple is a secondary color and the complimentary color of purple is yellow! Sarah: Oh, that makes sense. Why is yellow considered complimentary?

my favorite food is pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Aaliyah: Man, I love the traditional Italian dish made of yeasted bread. Otherwise known as pizza! You like it? Justin: I love pizza! Especially how many different toppings work on it. Aaliyah: Do you have any favorite addition toppings like meat, veggie, condiments? Justin: I love pepperoni, sausage, anchovies, mushrooms, stuff like that. Aaliyah: I was reading some history yesterday and they talked about how the term "pizza" was first recorded back in the 10th century in a Latin manuscript. Who would have thought it was so old! Have you ever made it yourself? Justin: That's so much longer than I would've thought! And yeah I've made it a few times before. Aaliyah: Back in 2009 Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a traditional dish. That's some series commitment to the craft! Justin: There really is, especially with how popular it is now. Aaliyah: True. So many chain restaurants and cafes make their own pizzas now. It's become a very common food. Although I'm not complaining! Justin: Well it's also how it started in Italy and spread all over the world!

we live in a rural area.

In general, a rural area or countryside is a geographic area that is located outside towns and cities. The Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services defines the word "rural" as encompassing "...all population, housing, and territory not included within an urban area. Whatever is not urban is considered rural." Typical rural areas have a low population density and small settlements. Agricultural areas are commonly rural, as are other types of areas such as forest. Different countries have varying definitions of "rural" for statistical and administrative purposes. In Canada, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development defines a "predominantly rural region" as having more than 50% of the population living in rural communities where a "rural community" has a population density less than 150 people per square kilometre. In Canada, the census division has been used to represent "regions" and census consolidated sub-divisions have been used to represent "communities". Intermediate regions have 15 to 49 percent of their population living in a rural community. Predominantly urban regions have less than 15 percent of their population living in a rural community. Victoria: I love rural areas, because they are so spacious and offer a lot of serenity. Colton: After living in the city for a long time, I completely agree with you. Victoria: Hey, do you remember the "Serenity Film" that came out in 2005. I liked it, it was like a Sci-Fy movie. Colton: That is quite possibly my husband's favorite film. He was upset when they cancelled Firefly. Victoria: I know ight. I wish they would come out with another series or at least remake the movie. Colton: He wishes they would continue Firefly or something along those lines to continue the story. Victoria: Are you a G. I Joe fan? Colton: Again my husband would be - we watched those movies also.

my favorite band is the rolling stones.

Sir Michael Philip Jagger, (born 26 July 1943) is an English singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer and actor who gained fame as the lead singer and one of the founder members of the Rolling Stones. Jagger's career has spanned over five decades, and he has been described as "one of the most popular and influential frontmen in the history of rock & roll". His distinctive voice and performances, along with Keith Richards' guitar style have been the trademark of the Rolling Stones throughout the band's career. Jagger gained press notoriety for his admitted drug use and romantic involvements, and was often portrayed as a countercultural figure. Jagger was born and grew up in Dartford, Kent. He studied at the London School of Economics before abandoning his academic career to join the Rolling Stones. Jagger has written most of the Rolling Stones' songs together with Richards, and they continue to collaborate musically. In the late 1960s, Jagger began acting in films (starting with "Performance" and "Ned Kelly"), to a mixed reception. He began a solo career in 1985, releasing his first album, "She's the Boss", and joined the electric supergroup SuperHeavy in 2009. Relationships with the Stones' members, particularly Richards, deteriorated during the 1980s, but Jagger has always found more success with the band than with his solo and side projects. Hannah: Jagger's career has spanned over five decades Jocelyn: Is he still making music? Hannah: No, but i did find that he was one of the founder members of the rolling stones if you didn't know that already Jocelyn: I did, but that is cool that he has has such sustained success! Hannah: Yeah he was great, he had a very distinctive voice and great performances Jocelyn: That is true, people also seemed to think he was very attractive as well! Hannah: Yeah very true, also he gained press notoriety for his admitted drug use Jocelyn: Oh wow, what did he admit to using?

i like to take drives in the country.

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a National Parkway and All-American Road in the United States, noted for its scenic beauty. The parkway, which is America's longest linear park, runs for through 29 Virginia and North Carolina counties, linking Shenandoah National Park to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It runs mostly along the spine of the Blue Ridge, a major mountain chain that is part of the Appalachian Mountains. Its southern terminus is at U.S. 441 on the boundary between Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Cherokee Indian Reservation in North Carolina, from which it travels north to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. The roadway continues through Shenandoah as Skyline Drive, a similar scenic road which is managed by a different National Park Service unit. The parkway has been the most visited unit of the National Park System every year since 1946 except three (1949, 2013, and 2016). Land on either side of the road is owned and maintained by the National Park Service, and in many places parkway land is bordered by United States Forest Service property. The parkway was on North Carolina's version of the America the Beautiful quarter in 2015. Begun during the administration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the project was originally called the Appalachian Scenic Highway. Luis: I will like to visit someday the Blue Park Ridge in Virginia and North Carolina. Giovanni: I am not familiar with that park. I've only been to Virginia but very briefly. Luis: I haven't been in Virginia either. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a National Park and All-American road, that is noted for its scenic views. Giovanni: Oh ok, that sounds very refreshing and relaxing! Luis: Yes, it runs mostly along the spine of the Blue Ridge, a major mountain chain that is part of the Appalachian Mountain. Giovanni: I don't have a lot of mountains where I live so I love seeing them when I can. Luis: yes I think they make great scenes. And it is amazing tha the Appalachian mountain first formed roughly 480 millions years ago. Giovanni: Wow! How did they form? Luis: I am not sure, but they once reached elevations similar to those of the Alps and the Rocky Mountain, before erosion changed that. Giovanni: So they no longer get that tall

i prefer texting over phone calls.

Text messaging, or texting, is the act of composing and sending electronic messages, typically consisting of alphabetic and numeric characters, between two or more users of mobile phones, tablets, desktops/laptops, or other devices. Text messages may be sent over a cellular network, or may also be sent via an Internet connection. The term originally referred to messages sent using the Short Message Service (SMS). It has grown beyond alphanumeric text to include multimedia messages (known as MMS) containing digital images, videos, and sound content, as well as ideograms known as emoji (happy faces, sad faces, and other icons). As of 2017, text messages are used by youth and adults for personal, family and social purposes and in business. Governmental and non-governmental organizations use text messaging for communication between colleagues. As with emailing, in the 2010s, the sending of short informal messages has become an accepted part of many cultures. This makes texting a quick and easy way to communicate with friends and colleagues, including in contexts where a call would be impolite or inappropriate (e.g., calling very late at night or when one knows the other person is busy with family or work activities). Evan: I like text messaging better than calling. How about you? Madelyn: i am the same way. I don't like talking on the phone. Evan: Yea. It tends to be less direct, but it can be answered when the person has time. It's used by young people and adults for personal and social purposes as of 2017 Madelyn: yea I agree with you about being less direct. I don't like feeling locked in when i'm on the phone. Evan: And, of course, you have people who just like to talk and talk and talk :p Governments and other organizationsuse it for communication between colleagues. Madelyn: yea my father is that way loves to talk. and yea that makes sense in a business like since where you may need to get a point across. Evan: Yup. It's become a cultural acceptance since 2010. Which I think is a good thing, but also bad given people's poor judgement on when to use it. Madelyn: yea I agree with the poor judgement. People do it any event. the one that kills me is movie theaters.

nachos are my favorite food.

Nachos are a Mexican dish from northern Mexico. The dish consists of tortilla chips (or "totopos") covered with cheese or cheese-based sauce, and is often served as a snack. More elaborate versions add more ingredients and can be served as a main dish. Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya is credited with creating the dish in about 1943. The original nachos consisted of fried corn tortillas covered with melted cheese and sliced jalapeño peppers. Nachos originated in the city of Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, just over the border from Eagle Pass, Texas. In 1943, the wives of U.S. soldiers stationed at Fort Duncan in nearby Eagle Pass were in Piedras Negras on a shopping trip, and arrived at the restaurant after it had already closed for the day. The "maître d'hôtel", Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya, invented a new snack for them with what little he had available in the kitchen: tortillas and cheese. Anaya cut the tortillas into triangles, fried them, added shredded cheddar cheese, quickly heated them, added sliced pickled jalapeño peppers, and served them. When asked what the dish was called, he answered, "Nacho's "especiales"". As word of the dish traveled, the apostrophe was lost, and Nacho's "specials" became "special nachos". Karina: Nachos are a dish that originates from Northern Mexico. Isabel: What are in nachos? Karina: It is a dish with tortilla chips and it is covered in cheese. It is typically a snack food Isabel: What kind of cheese is it covered in? Karina: Mexican cheese, which dates back to the Spanish conquest Isabel: That sounds delicious. Where can I get Nachos? Karina: Pretty much any place that service Mexican food. You can even get more elaborate nacho that have more ingredients. They can be served as the main dish Isabel: What other ingredients can you put in nachos?

i paddle board on my days off.

Paddleboarding participants are propelled by a swimming motion using their arms while lying, kneeling, or standing on a paddleboard or surfboard in the ocean. This article refers to traditional prone or kneeling paddleboarding. A derivative of paddleboarding is stand up paddle surfing and stand up paddleboarding. Paddleboarding is usually performed in the open ocean, with the participant paddling and surfing unbroken swells to cross between islands or journey from one coastal area to another. Champion paddlers can stroke for hours and a race is only a warm-up for well-trained watermen. Ships Artist, John Webber, accompanied Captain James Cook to The Sandwich Islands in 1778, and in the lower left foreground of his 1781 engraving is depicted a Paddleboarder/Surfer Rider. Thomas Edward Blake is credited as the pioneer in paddleboard construction in the early 1930s. While restoring historic Hawaiian boards in 1926 for the Bernice P. Bishop Museum, Blake built a replica of the previously ignored "olo" surfboard ridden by ancient Hawaiian "alii" (kings). He lightened his redwood replica ("olo" were traditionally made from "wiliwili" wood) by drilling it full of holes, which he then covered, thus creating the first hollow board, which led to creation of the modern paddleboard. Julian: Hello! Something I've never tried is paddle-boarding, what about you? Bryan: Hi there! Do you know about ?Its a type if sea sporting activity Julian: I think so, I know that you stand on a board in the ocean with a long paddle Bryan: Paddleboarding is usually performed in the open ocean.Seems to bea risky sport to me Julian: I guess it's fine if you stay in shallow water, water low enough for scuba diving. Bryan: Thomas Edward Blake created the paddleboard in the 1930's Julian: Oh Really? That's interesting. Another fun fact for you-it can also restore your balance and calms your spirit Bryan: Champion paddlers can stroke for hours and a race is only a warm-up for well-trained .It take guts and skills Julian: That's some serious endurance! Talk about a full body workout! Bryan: Champion paddlers can stroke for hours and a race is only a warm-up for well-trained .It take guts and skills

i love watching greys anatomy.

Grey's Anatomy is an American medical drama television series that premiered on March 27, 2005, on American Broadcasting Company (ABC) as a mid-season replacement. The fictional series focuses on the lives of surgical interns, residents, and attending physicians, as they develop into seasoned doctors while trying to maintain personal lives and relationships. The title is a play on "Gray's Anatomy", a classic human anatomy textbook first published in 1858 in London and written by Henry Gray. Shonda Rhimes developed the pilot and continues to write for the series; she is also one of the executive producers, along with Betsy Beers, Mark Gordon, Krista Vernoff, Rob Corn, Mark Wilding, and Allan Heinberg. Although the series is set in Seattle (at the fictional Seattle Grace, later known as the Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital), it is filmed primarily in Los Angeles, California. The show was originally titled "Complications", a double-edged reference to both the complicated medical procedures and personal lives of the characters. The series was designed to be racially diverse and used color-blind casting. It revolves around the title character, Dr. Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo, first featured as an intern. Christina: Hi. I liked Grey's Anatomy t he TV show. H ave you ever s een it? It came on in 2005 on ABC Aaliyah: I have seen it. I love it too. I have not watched it in a long time. Christina: I think it would be interesting to be a doctor and I liked how the characters developed into seasoned doctors while trying to maintain personal relationships too. Aaliyah: I really like all the characters too. It makes me wonder if it's like that in any hospital for real. Christina: The title is a play on Gray's Anatomy, that classic textbook on human anatomy from 1858 by Henry Gray. Aaliyah: I did not know that interesting fact. Christina: Shonda Rhimes wrote the series along with some others , Mark Gordon, Rob Corn I think Aaliyah: Are new episodes still being made?

i am constantly drinking.

Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a broad term for any drinking of alcohol that results in mental or physical health problems. The disorder was previously divided into two types: alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence. In a medical context, alcoholism is said to exist when two or more of the following conditions is present: a person drinks large amounts over a long time period, has difficulty cutting down, acquiring and drinking alcohol takes up a great deal of time, alcohol is strongly desired, usage results in not fulfilling responsibilities, usage results in social problems, usage results in health problems, usage results in risky situations, withdrawal occurs when stopping, and alcohol tolerance has occurred with use. Risky situations include drinking and driving or having unsafe sex, among other things. Alcohol use can affect all parts of the body, but it particularly affects the brain, heart, liver, pancreas, and immune system. This can result in mental illness, Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome, an irregular heartbeat, cirrhosis of the liver, and an increase in the risk of cancer, among other diseases. Drinking during pregnancy can cause damage to the baby resulting in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Hayden: I cant stop drinking. How can I stop? Ricardo: You are alcohol dependent, and will need help. You can't just do it on your own. Try any AA meetings? Hayden: What do they teach you at AA meetings? Ricardo: They have people who are alcoholics who have stopped drinking. Their purpose is to "stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety." Go to a meeting! Hayden: What happens if I relapse? Ricardo: Well, I think most of them have had the recurrence of alcohol use after they quit. They could help you handle it and start again. Hayden: How do I go about attending an AA meeting? Ricardo: Look up Alcoholics Anonymous on the White Pages on the web. You can find a place near you. Hayden: Okay, I will. In what ways will being sober benefit me? Ricardo: They have a 12 step program for how to recover from addiction. I don't know all the steps, but I need to apply them to smoking.

i am in the band.

A marching band is a group in which instrumental musicians perform while marching, often for entertainment or competition. Instrumentation typically includes brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Most marching bands wear a uniform, often of a military style, that includes an associated school or organization's colors, name or symbol. Most high school marching bands, and some college marching bands, are accompanied by a color guard, a group of performers who add a visual interpretation to the music through the use of props, most often flags and rifles. Marching bands are generally categorized by function, size, age, gender, instrumentation, marching style, and type of show they perform. In addition to traditional parade performances, many marching bands also perform field shows at sporting events and at marching band competitions. Increasingly, marching bands perform indoor concerts that implement many songs, traditions, and flair from outside performances. Percussion and wind instruments were used on the battlefield since ancient times. An Iron Age example would be the carnyx. The development of the military band from such predecessors was a gradual development of the medieval and early modern period. Kaitlyn: Did you have any sort of extracurricular activities in high school? Braden: We had marching band where a group played musical instruments while marching Kaitlyn: That sounds like fun! I played clarinet in high school, but didn't march. Braden: The instruments used were brass, woodwind, percussion. You should have joined marching band. It was fun! Kaitlyn: It sounds fun, did you play and march at football games? Braden: Yes, and we got to wear really cool uniforms that were our school colors Kaitlyn: I love dressing up! Braden: We also performed at parades and took part in competitions

i believe that mermaids are real.

The Little Mermaid is a 1989 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. Based on the Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen, "The Little Mermaid" tells the story of a beautiful mermaid princess who dreams of becoming human. Written, produced, and directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, with music by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman (who also served as a co-producer), the film features the voices of Jodi Benson, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright, Jason Marin, Kenneth Mars, Buddy Hackett, and René Auberjonois. The 28th Disney animated feature film, "The Little Mermaid" was released to theaters on November 17, 1989 to largely positive reviews, garnering $84 million at the domestic box office during its initial release, and $211 million in total lifetime gross worldwide. After the success of the 1988 Disney/Amblin film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit", "The Little Mermaid" is given credit for breathing life back into the art of Disney animated feature films after a string of critical or commercial failures produced by Disney that dated back to the early 1970s. It also marked the start of the era known as the Disney Renaissance. Micah: Have you seen The Little Mermaid? It's a movie that came out in 1989 produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation Bryson: I have when I was a child, I much prefer Mponsters inc. myself Micah: I see, well it's based on an old fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen Bryson: I thought they made it themselves. I also like finding nemo Micah: That's a good movie too! The Little Mermaid was quite successful, it grossed $211 million worldwide. Bryson: Wow that is a lot even by todays standards! Micah: Yes, The Little Mermaid is credited for reviving Disney's animated feature films after a string of failures from their animation department Bryson: That is interesting, that is before my time I guess, disney has beenhuge since I was young

i love youtube.

YouTube is an American video-sharing website headquartered in San Bruno, California. The service was created by three former PayPal employees—Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim—in February 2005. Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion; YouTube now operates as one of Google's subsidiaries. YouTube allows users to upload, view, rate, share, add to favorites, report, comment on videos, and subscribe to other users. It offers a wide variety of user-generated and corporate media videos. Available content includes video clips, TV show clips, music videos, short and documentary films, audio recordings, movie trailers, live streams, and other content such as video blogging, short original videos, and educational videos. Most of the content on YouTube is uploaded by individuals, but media corporations including CBS, the BBC, Vevo, and Hulu offer some of their material via YouTube as part of the YouTube partnership program. Unregistered users can only watch videos on the site, while registered users are permitted to upload an unlimited number of videos and add comments to videos. Videos deemed potentially inappropriate are available only to registered users affirming themselves to be at least 18 years old. Sara: i love the internet especially you tube Juliana: Thank you YouTube for allowing me to download my favorite videos. Sara: yes i agree Juliana: They do say that you have to be at least 18 years old to use it, but I am sure I have seen 10 year olds watching it. Sara: watch and joining is not the same Juliana: well Idon't know because the effect is the same, they may be watching something inappropriate like Logan. Sara: yes but that's how are society is unfortunately Juliana: have you ever uploaded anything as an individual, I have a couple of times to share with family. Sara: yes some video's Juliana: isn't it funny how paypal employees can come up with something like YouTube?!

a hobby of mine is the drums.

A drum kit — also called a drum set, trap set, or simply drums — is a collection of drums and other percussion instruments, typically cymbals, which are set up on stands to be played by a single player, with drumsticks held in both hands, and the feet operating pedals that control the hi-hat cymbal and the beater for the bass drum. A drum kit consists of a mix of drums (categorized classically as membranophones, Hornbostel-Sachs high-level classification 2) and idiophones - most significantly cymbals, but can also include the woodblock and cowbell (classified as Hornbostel-Sachs high-level classification 1). In the 2000s, some kits also include electronic instruments (Hornbostel-Sachs classification 53). Also, both hybrid (mixing acoustic instruments and electronic drums) and entirely electronic kits are used. A standard modern kit (for a right-handed player), as used in popular music and taught in music schools, contains: All of these are classed as non-pitched percussion, allowing for the music to be scored using percussion notation, for which a loose semi-standardized form exists for the drum kit. If some or all of them are replaced by electronic drums, the scoring and most often positioning remains the same, allowing a standard teaching approach. Joshua: Hi, do you have a drum set or trap set I can borrow? Grant: Oh I wish but my 2 and 4 year old enjoy banging on my old drum set! They like the bass the best Joshua: I agree, it is meant to be played by a single player, but I like it when my son plays along with me. Grant: It is much more enjoyable teaching the little ones, What is your favorite part about playing\ Joshua: I agree, I love the hi-hat cymbal and the beater. I make tunes out of them! Grant: The cymbals are my boys favorite, is there something special about the hi-hat cymbal? Joshua: yea so the hi hat is a foot-operated pedal which moves a rod and makes amazing sounds! Grant: So that is the specific name of it! My kids love stomping on that hi hat symbol as hard as possible haha

my favorite color is blue.

Blue is one of the three primary colours of pigments in painting and traditional colour theory, as well as in the RGB colour model. It lies between violet and green on the spectrum of visible light. The eye perceives blue when observing light with a dominant wavelength between approximately 450 and 495 nanometres. Most blues contain a slight mixture of other colors; azure contains some green, while ultramarine contains some violet. The clear daytime sky and the deep sea appear blue because of an optical effect known as Rayleigh scattering. An optical effect called Tyndall scattering explains blue eyes. Distant objects appear more blue because of another optical effect called atmospheric perspective. Blue has been an important colour in art and decoration since ancient times. The semi-precious stone lapis lazuli was used in ancient Egypt for jewellery and ornament and later, in The Renaissance, to make the pigment ultramarine, the most expensive of all pigments. In the eighth century Chinese artists used cobalt blue to colour fine blue and white porcelain. In the Middle Ages, European artists used it in the windows of Cathedrals. Europeans wore clothing coloured with the vegetable dye woad until it was replaced by the finer indigo from America. Johnathan: The color blue is everywhere! Its the color of the sky and the color of water! What would we do without the color blue? Henry: I love it. It's one of the three primary colors of pigments that are the building blocks for all color. Johnathan: Yes! There's no purple without blue and no green without blue too! Henry: I find it crazy the human eye can only see blue with a dominant wavelength between approximately 450 and 495 nanometres. Any other wavelength and you can't see it. Johnathan: That seems like a very narrow range? Are other colors like this? Henry: I'd imagine all of them. Blue is a crazy color. Do you know blue are are not really blue, a optical effect called Tyndall scattering explains blue eyes. Johnathan: Can you tell me more about that? I have blue eyes and I love them on other people because they are somewhat rare Henry: They appear blue due to the scattering of light by the turbid medium in the stroma of the iris. Johnathan: Interesting, Do you know how rare blue eyes really are? I dont really have a number reference Henry: 8% of the world's population has blue eyes.Blue is all about optical effects. It explains distance, the sky, the sea, even you eyes.

i grew up homeschooled.

Homeschooling, also known as home education, is the education of children inside the home. Home education is usually conducted by a parent or tutor. Many families use less formal ways of educating. "Homeschooling" is the term commonly used in North America, whereas "home education" is commonly used in the United Kingdom, Europe, and in many Commonwealth countries. Before the introduction of compulsory school attendance laws, most childhood education was done by families and local communities. In many developed countries, homeschooling is a legal alternative to public and private schools. In other nations, homeschooling remains illegal or restricted to specific conditions, as recorded by Homeschooling international status and statistics. According to the US National Center for Education Statistics, about three percent of all children in the US were homeschooled in 2011-2012 school year. The study found that 83 percent were White, 5 percent were Black, 7 percent were Hispanic, and 2 percent were Asian or Pacific Islander. As of 2016, there are about 2.3 million homeschooled students in the United States. On average, homeschoolers score at or above the national average on standardized tests. Caroline: hello, i grew up homeschooled Jordyn: Oh neat! Did a parent or a tutor provide your instruction? Caroline: younger years was my mom but high school, a tutor Jordyn: Best of both worlds! A lot of people seem to believe that homeschoolers don't learn as much as their public school peers, but they actually score at or above average on standardized tests! Caroline: i agree plus more able of self teaching too Jordyn: In 2016, it was reported that approximately 2.3 million students were homeschooled in the US, so you definitely were not alone! Caroline: i think more people are see the advantage of home schooling Jordyn: I agree. It's hard to believe that homeschooling is still illegal in many countries across the world.

i do yoga on tuesdays.

Tuesday is a day of the week occurring after Monday and before Wednesday. According to international standard ISO 8601, it is the second day of the week. According to some commonly used calendars, however, especially in the United States, it is the third day of the week. The English name is derived from Old English "Tiwesdæg" and Middle English "Tewesday," meaning "Tīw's Day", the day of Tiw or Týr, the god of single combat, victory and heroic glory in Norse mythology. Tiw was equated with Mars in the interpretatio germanica, and the name of the day is a translation of Latin "dies Martis". The name "Tuesday" derives from the Old English "Tiwesdæg" and literally means "Tiw's Day". Tiw is the Old English form of the Proto-Germanic god "*Tîwaz", or Týr in Old Norse. "*Tîwaz" derives from the Proto-Indo-European base "*dei-", "*deyā-", "*dīdyā-", meaning 'to shine', whence comes also such words as "deity". The Latin name "dies Martis" ("day of Mars") is equivalent to the Greek ἡμέρα Ἄρεως. In most languages with Latin origins (Italian, French, Spanish, Catalan, Romanian, Galician, Sardinian, Corsican, but not Portuguese), the day is named after Mars, the Ancient Greek Ares Ἄρης . In some Slavic languages the word Tuesday originated from Old Church Slavonic word "въторъ" meaning ""the second"". Sabrina: Every tuesday when I get off work I do yoga it is so relaxing. Jayden: Do you know that, in some Slavic languages the word Tuesday means ""the second"".? Sabrina: No I actually didn't know that why is it referred to as the second I thought that was the third day? Jayden: Ii depends on the context. Sabrina: What activities do you participate on Tuesdays? Jayden: Tuesday for me is mostly to go to work and stay in with the family, sometimes i do an hour of walking outside. Sabrina: I walk also but on Friday's besides doing yoga I also have a family and have kids activities to do this summer. Jayden: Yoga for me is fascinating because of the broad variety of yoga schools, practices, and goals in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Sabrina: I am christian but I love all people of different religious how interesting is Buddhism? Jayden: Well, it has been called the oldest religion in the world and sometimes is called "the eternal tradition"

i like sprite soda.

Sprite is a colourless, caffeine-free, lemon and lime-flavored soft drink created by The Coca-Cola Company. It was first developed in West Germany in 1959 as Fanta Klare Zitrone (“Clear Lemon Fanta”) and was introduced in the United States under the current brand name Sprite in 1961 as a competitor to 7 Up. Bottles of Sprite are usually a transparent green color with a green and yellow label whereas cans are colored silver, green, and blue and aluminum bottles are colored a solid lime green. Though often confused with Lemonade, Sprite stands in separate class of carbonated soft drink, except in Australia and New Zealand, where it is lemonade. Sprite advertising often makes use of the portmanteau word "lymon", a combination of the words "lemon" and "lime". By the 1980s, Sprite had developed a large following among teenagers. In response, Sprite began to cater to this demographic in their advertisements in 1987. "I Like the Sprite In You" was the brand's first long-running slogan, and many jingles were produced around it before its discontinuation in 1994. In 1994, Sprite revamped their marketing logo, and slogan, as well. The new, more vibrant logo stood out more on packaging, and featured a blue-to-green gradient with silver "splashes" and subtle white "bubbles" in the background. Grace: I love sprite, i have been drinking this soda since i was 5 John: That's the colorless, caffeine free drink right? The lemon lime flavor? Grace: Yes, that one exactly have you ever tried it beafore? John: Yes a few times. Although it's changed a lot since it was first introduced in 1959 in West Germany. It's been in the USA since 1961. I remember like it was yesterday. Grace: Wow, you are pretty informed on sprite could you tell me more about it? John: Sure! The bottles are almost always green with a yellow label, and the cans are silver, green and blue. Which do you prefer? Grace: Cans are and always be my all time favorite way to drink sprite. John: Back in the 80's Sprite had a huge following of teenagers. It was the cool thing to do I guess. My kids loved it.

i am obsessed with filming.

Cinematography (also called "Direction of Photography") is the science or art of motion-picture photography by recording light or other electromagnetic radiation, either electronically by means of an image sensor, or chemically by means of a light-sensitive material such as film stock. Typically, a lens is used to repeatedly focus the light reflected from objects into real images on the light-sensitive surface inside a camera during a questioned exposure, creating multiple images. With an electronic image sensor, this produces an electrical charge at each pixel, which is electronically processed and stored in a video file for subsequent display or processing. The result with photographic emulsion is a series of invisible latent images on the film stock, which are later chemically "developed" into a visible image. The images on the film stock are played back at a rapid speed and projected onto a screen, creating the illusion of motion. Cinematography finds uses in many fields of science and business as well as for entertainment purposes and mass communication. The word "cinematography" was created from the Greek words ("kinema"), meaning "movement, motion" and ("graphein") meaning "to record", together meaning "recording motion." Courtney: In this age of cheap electronics, good cinemetography has become ubiquitous in internet videos. Manuel: yes there is alot of internet videos out there. Courtney: Those videos and all kinds of other content is starting to infiltrate our daily lives in all sorts of ways. The internet of things is coming alive! Manuel: yes it is. My phone is filled with videos every morning. Courtney: Do you ever worry that social media has you too connected with information about your friends and community? Manuel: yes i do. i normally shut my phone off at a certain time every day. Courtney: Ever since I got an iPhone in 2007, my interaction with social media has taken on a more addictive element. Manuel: me too. i got mine in 2008. i cant keep my phone from going off Courtney: I've managed to stay off twitter entirely. Tweets always seemed like petty narcicism to me. Manuel: me too. I cant stand it at all. Im old class. Just facebook.

my favorite rapper is yo gotti.

Mario Mims (born May 19, 1981), better known by his stage name Yo Gotti, is an American rapper. In 1996, Gotti released his debut album "Youngsta's On a Come Up" under the alias Lil Yo. He went to release "From Da Dope Game 2 Da Rap Game" (2000), "Self-Explanatory" (2001), "Life" (2003), "Back 2 da Basics" (2006), "Live from the Kitchen" (2012), "I Am" (2013) and "The Art of Hustle" (2016). Mims grew up in Ridgecrest Apartments of Frayser, Memphis. He began his music career around the age of 14, rapping as Lil Yo, affiliated with DJ Sound and his crew. Between 2000 and 2006, Yo Gotti released a string of independent albums: "From Da Dope Game 2 Da Rap Game" (2000), "Self-Explanatory" (2001), "Life" (2003), and "Back 2 da Basics" (2006). After several delays, Yo Gotti released his major label debut studio album "Live From The Kitchen" on January 10, 2012. The album's original first single was titled "5 Star" and it was released on May 20, 2009. The single peaked at 79 on the Hot 100, 19 on U.S R&B and 11 on U.S Rap. "Women Lie, Men Lie" featuring Lil Wayne the album's second single was released on December 11, 2009. The song peaked at 81 on 100, 22 on the U.S R&B and 12 on the U.S Rap. Emily: Do you like the rapper Yo Gotti? He has mny collabs with my favorte rapper, Meek Mill Chelsea: I have but don't listen to a lot of he's music. He's name is actually Mario Mims, born in May 1981. Emily: That is not what I expected his name to be, that is funny to me, he is also pretty old, 37 years old, wow Chelsea: Haha yeah Mims. He released he's first album in 1996 called "Youngsta's On a Come Up" Emily: Oh wow I thought he was a recent rapper, that is really surprising, since Meek is so yougn in comparison Chelsea: Yeah, he's first album was released under the alias under the alias Lil Yo. Emily: That may be why, I did not know he changed his name, that is almost always a bad move! Chelsea: Usually is I guess. He's career began as Lil Yo at the age of 14. Emily: that explains that, 1996 was 22 years ago! that is crazy to think about. He started young, good for him, to rise to fame after all that hard work! Chelsea: Around 200 and 2006, he started releasing a string of independent albums as Yo Gotti.

i like to surf.

Surfing is a surface water sport in which the wave rider, referred to as a surfer, rides on the forward or deep face of a moving wave, which is usually carrying the surfer towards the shore. Waves suitable for surfing are primarily found in the ocean, but can also be found in lakes or in rivers in the form of a standing wave or tidal bore. However, surfers can also utilize artificial waves such as those from boat wakes and the waves created in artificial wave pools. The term "surfing" refers to the act of riding a wave, regardless of whether the wave is ridden with a board or without a board, and regardless of the stance used. The native peoples of the Pacific, for instance, surfed waves on alaia, paipo, and other such craft, and did so on their belly and knees. The modern-day definition of surfing, however, most often refers to a surfer riding a wave standing up on a surfboard; this is also referred to as stand-up surfing. Another prominent form of surfing is body boarding, when a surfer rides a wave on a bodyboard, either lying on their belly, drop knee, or sometimes even standing up on a body board. Other types of surfing include knee boarding, surf matting (riding inflatable mats), and using foils. Mariah: Do you like surfing ? I do and I went to Bali last year to have some fun. Adriana: Yes! Surfing can be a lot of fun. I'm actually thinking about surfing in Mulki, India this year. What other places do you recommend? Mariah: I also recommend Costa Rica, but only on the east cost. Adriana: That's an excellent choice. Central America is beautiful. Why just the east coast though? Mariah: The waves are not big enough to do good surfing on the west cost. Adriana: That's a fair point. You know, I've also heard that the coast of Cali. Has some good spots too. Like Carpinteria; the surf culture is amazing there. What do you think? Mariah: I have never heard of it but I will surely surf ;) the web to discover this location Adriana: Yeah, make sure to check it out. How long have you been surfing for. I've been out on the waves since the age of seven when I use to go surf when my dad would teach me.

my position is linebacker.

A linebacker (LB or backer) is a playing position in American football and Canadian football. Linebackers are members of the defensive team, and line up approximately three to five yards (4 m) behind the line of scrimmage, behind the defensive linemen, and therefore "back up the line." Linebackers generally align themselves before the ball is snapped by standing upright in a "two-point stance" (as opposed to the defensive linemen, who put one or two hands on the ground for a "three-point stance" or "four-point stance" before the ball is snapped). The goal of the linebacker is to provide either extra run protection or extra pass protection based on the particular defensive play being executed. Another key play of the linebacker position is blitzing. A blitz occurs when a linebacker acts as an extra pass rusher running into any exposed gap. When a blitz is called by the defense, it is mainly to sack or hurry the opposing offense's quarterback. Linebackers are often regarded as the most important position in defense, due to their versatility in providing hard hits on running plays or an additional layer of pass protection, when required. Similar to the "free safety" position, linebackers are required to use their judgment on every snap, to determine their role during that particular play. Xavier: I really don't know anything about football, like what a linebacker is. Devon: really, i do know, a linebaker is a playing position in American/Canadian football Xavier: I thought so! At least I know that haha. Devon: yes, Linebackers are members of the defensive team, and line up approximately three to five yards (4 m) behind the line of scrimmage, Xavier: Ohh that makes sense from where it got its name! Devon: yes it is true, Linebackers generally align themselves before the ball is snapped by standing upright in a "two-point stance" Xavier: That;s quite interesting, football seems more complicated than I thought. Devon: yes it does, The goal of the linebacker is to provide either extra run protection or extra pass protection based on the particular defensive play being played at the moment

my favorite mortal combat character is milena.

Mileena is a player and occasional boss character from the "Mortal Kombat" series of fighting games. A dual sai-wielding assassin, she acts as the evil twin and magenta palette swap of Princess Kitana in "Mortal Kombat II". She has been promoted throughout the Mortal Kombat games as its semi-ironic sex symbol ever since "", when she began a pattern of wearing more revealing outfits. The series' 2011 reboot made her even more psychologically unstable, not to mention cannibalistic, and her resemblance to her sister has greatly diminished. In the backstory of "Mortal Kombat X", Mileena is the sole surviving heir of Shao Kahn and vies for the Outworld throne with the warlord Kotal Kahn. Despite conflicting messages from the dualism of her design, leading to some negative criticism, Mileena has had mostly positive reception from fans and critics alike. After the ruler of the other dimensional realm Outworld, Shao Kahn, conquered the realm of Edenia and merged it with his own, he decided he would keep the former king's daughter Kitana alive and raise her as his own. Though she grew up knowing nothing of her origin, the emperor nonetheless feared that one day Kitana would discover her true parentage and turn against him, and so he ordered Shang Tsung to bring to life a more vicious and loyal version of Kitana that could take her place if necessary. Jose: Hey there! Do you like Mortal Kombat? Jeffrey: I don't like or dislike it. I used to enjoy playing it as a child, a long time ago. Jose: Oh. I still play it sometimes. Mileena is my favorite character/boss. Jeffrey: I don't think I know her. I kind of remember a guy that would dress in white and look a little like a ninja. Jose: That sounds like one of the older characters. How about Naruto? I like the anime way more than the manga. Jeffrey: I may know Naruto if I saw an image. Are Mileena and Naruto both characters from anime or manga? Jose: Mileena is only from mortal Kombat. Naruto is a Japanese anime/manga about ninjas. Jeffrey: Oh, I didn't know that. Is anime like a Japanese comic strip? Jose: Yes in a way! It's also called Japanamation. Jeffrey: How are they distributed? Are they in newspapers, or is it more like a comic book?

i can t eat shrimp.

Seafood is any form of sea life regarded as food by humans. Seafood prominently includes fish and shellfish. Shellfish include various species of molluscs, crustaceans, and echinoderms. Historically, sea mammals such as whales and dolphins have been consumed as food, though that happens to a lesser extent in modern times. Edible sea plants, such as some seaweeds and microalgae, are widely eaten as seafood around the world, especially in Asia (see the ). In North America, although not generally in the United Kingdom, the term "seafood" is extended to fresh water organisms eaten by humans, so all edible aquatic life may be referred to as seafood. For the sake of completeness, this article includes all edible aquatic life. The harvesting of wild seafood is usually known as fishing or hunting, and the cultivation and farming of seafood is known as aquaculture, or fish farming in the case of fish. Seafood is often distinguished from meat, although it is still animal and is excluded in a strict vegetarian diet. Seafood is an important source of protein in many diets around the world, especially in coastal areas. Most of the seafood harvest is consumed by humans, but a significant proportion is used as fish food to farm other fish or rear farm animals. Peyton: I am highly allergic to seafood. Caden: Oh no! Seafood usually includes both fish and shellfish. Are you allergic to both? Peyton: Mostly shrimp, but I stay away from other shellfish. I can do fish occasionally. Caden: Edible sea plants, such as seaweed are also widely known as seafood. Do your allergies cover that as well? Peyton: No I eat seawood when I eat sushi rolls so that doesn't affect me. Caden: That is good. Seafood is considered an important source of protein in many diets Peyton: Yes, but aren't there a lot of healthy alternative? Caden: Yes it is. and some of the seafood that is not is used as fish food to raise other fish or rear farm animals Peyton: That's very interesting to know. Caden: it is! And north american when you refer to seafood you could also be describing fresh water organisms which I thought was interesting as well

i like to garden.

Gardening is the practice of growing and cultivating plants as part of horticulture. In gardens, ornamental plants are often grown for their flowers, foliage, or overall appearance; useful plants, such as root vegetables, leaf vegetables, fruits, and herbs, are grown for consumption, for use as dyes, or for medicinal or cosmetic use. Gardening is considered by many people to be a relaxing activity. Gardening ranges in scale from fruit orchards, to long boulevard plantings with one or more different types of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous plants, to residential yards including lawns and foundation plantings, to plants in large or small containers grown inside or outside. Gardening may be very specialized, with only one type of plant grown, or involve a large number of different plants in mixed plantings. It involves an active participation in the growing of plants, and tends to be labor-intensive, which differentiates it from farming or forestry. Forest gardening, a forest-based food production system, is the world's oldest form of gardening. Forest gardens originated in prehistoric times along jungle-clad river banks and in the wet foothills of monsoon regions. In the gradual process of families improving their immediate environment, useful tree and vine species were identified, protected and improved while undesirable species were eliminated. Charles: Hi, I enjoy gardening by growing and cultivating plants in my garden. Isabelle: What kind of plants do you grow? Charles: Mostly ornamental plants. Since they are easier to grow and maintain! Isabelle: I bet, what kinds of plants are considered ornamental plants? Charles: Plants such as "Rosa sericea" and "cacti" are considered ornamental plants. I grow them the most! Isabelle: I bet they're beautful, what else do you grow Charles: I also grow different types of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous plants, but they require more work! Isabelle: I bet they do! Charles: For me its a relaxing activity so Ill keep doing it! Isabelle: I agree, it is relaxing expecially if you have a green thumb

i am a meat eater.

The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is used primarily to treat difficult-to-control (refractory) epilepsy in children. The diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates. Normally, the carbohydrates contained in food are converted into glucose, which is then transported around the body and is particularly important in fueling brain-function. However, if there is little carbohydrate in the diet, the liver converts fat into fatty acids and ketone bodies. The ketone bodies pass into the brain and replace glucose as an energy source. An elevated level of ketone bodies in the blood, a state known as ketosis, leads to a reduction in the frequency of epileptic seizures. Almost half of children, and young people, with epilepsy who have tried some form of this diet saw the number of seizures drop by at least half, and the effect persists even after discontinuing the diet. There is some evidence that adults with epilepsy may benefit from the diet, and that a less strict regimen, such as a modified Atkins diet, is similarly effective. The most common adverse effect is constipation, affecting about 30% of patients—this was due to fluid restriction, which was once a feature of the diet, but this led to increased risk of kidney stones, and is no longer considered beneficial. Andrew: The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carb diet Ashlyn: I have no idea what a diet is haha, but what kind of specific foods are in a ketogenic diet? Andrew: the ketogenic diet is all about no carbs like bread and all about fats and protein so like meat Ashlyn: So basically meat but no bun kind of meal at a fast food restaurant? Animal style? Andrew: yea haha as long as you follow the keto diet you wont worry about too many carbs Ashlyn: Interesting. Do skinnier people benefit from this diet to bulk up? Andrew: the diet forces you to brun fat by not taking in and storing carbs Ashlyn: True. A diet isn't what a skinny person is looking for or knowledgeable about (me). Interesting stuff TIL

i kayak at the lake on weekends.

Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across water. It is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle. A kayak is a low-to-the-water, canoe-like boat in which the paddler sits facing forward, legs in front, using a double-bladed paddle to pull front-to-back on one side and then the other in rotation. Most kayaks have closed decks, although sit-on-top and inflatable kayaks are growing in popularity as well. Kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit, formerly known as Eskimos, of the northern Arctic regions. They used driftwood and sometimes the skeleton of whale, to construct the frame of the kayak, and animal skin, particularly seal skin was used to create the body. The main purpose for creating the kayak, which literally translates to "hunter's boat" was for hunting and fishing. The kayak's stealth capabilities, allowed for the hunter to sneak up behind animals on the shoreline, and successfully catch their prey. By the mid-1800s the kayak became increasingly popular and the Europeans became interested. German and French men began kayaking for sport. In 1931, a man named Adolf Anderle became the first person to kayak down the Salzachofen Gorge, this is where the birthplace of modern-day white-water kayaking is believed to have begun. Katelyn: Lately I've been taking with kayaking. I've also been watching Alaska-focused shows, and just discovered that kayaks were created by the Inuit! Brooklyn: Oh thats interesting. Ive always thought kayaks are fun! They are very tiring though, it looks so much easier then it actually is! Katelyn: Ha! So many of the paddling-on-the-water past times are like that! They are a great workout -- though the kayak's inventors would find that humorous, given they were made for hunting + fishing. Brooklyn: Yes that is funny. I dont like the closed kind because like... spiders and stuff Katelyn: That, and the fear of being "trapped" in the closed deck. Thankfully, there are sit-on-tops and inflatable kayaks now. Something for everyone -- and no spiders! Brooklyn: Inflatable ones? Ive never seen that! I wonder if those cost as much as normal ones do? Katelyn: From what I've seen, they're much less expensive. Might be a good entry point! Plus they can be stored and transported a lot more easily. Brooklyn: Oh yes I forgot about that part. I would never be able to get one of those on top of my car!! Talk about impossible!

i do not consume caffeine.

Caffeine is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the methylxanthine class. It is the world's most widely consumed psychoactive drug. Unlike many other psychoactive substances, it is legal and unregulated in nearly all parts of the world. There are several known mechanisms of action to explain the effects of caffeine. The most prominent is that it reversibly blocks the action of adenosine on its receptor and consequently prevents the onset of drowsiness induced by adenosine. Caffeine also stimulates certain portions of the autonomic nervous system. Caffeine is a bitter, white crystalline purine, a methylxanthine alkaloid, and is chemically related to the adenine and guanine bases of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA). It is found in the seeds, nuts, or leaves of a number of plants native to South America and East Asia and helps to protect them against predator insects and to prevent germination of nearby seeds. The most well known source of caffeine is the coffee bean, a misnomer for the seed of "Coffea" plants. Beverages containing caffeine are ingested to relieve or prevent drowsiness and to improve performance. To make these drinks, caffeine is extracted by steeping the plant product in water, a process called infusion. Jack: I drink energy drinks that contain caffeine. Can you elucidate on the pros and cons of caffeine consumption? Morgan: Well caffeine is legal and unregulated almost everywhere, unlike other psychoactive substances, so that sure is a con. Jack: i sometimes feel out of it when i drink too many, almost like an overdose. Is there a limit on how much caffeine i should consume? Morgan: Definitely, caffeine is a psychoactive drug and should be consumed in limited quantity. The exact amount depends on the person though. Jack: You are saying that caffeine is a drug like heroin? I wish that i had known this years ago. I am an addict. Morgan: That's right, a psychoactive drug is any psychotropic chemical substance that changes brain function. It can change mood, perception, consciousness or behavior too. Jack: Now i am getting anxious thinking about where i am going to get my medicine. I may have to walk to the store and see them man who supplies me with energy drink. Morgan: The good thing is that energy drink, known as psychoactive drugs too can have therapeutic value as well.

i love watching game of thrones.

Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama television series created by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss. It is an adaptation of "A Song of Ice and Fire", George R. R. Martin's series of fantasy novels, the first of which is "A Game of Thrones". It is filmed in Belfast and elsewhere in the United Kingdom, Canada, Croatia, Iceland, Malta, Morocco, Spain, and the United States. The series premiered on HBO in the United States on April 17, 2011, and its seventh season ended on August 27, 2017. The series will conclude with its eighth season premiering in 2019. Set on the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos, "Game of Thrones" has several plot lines and a large ensemble cast but centers on three primary story arcs. The first story arc centers on the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms and follows a web of alliances and conflicts among the dynastic noble families either vying to claim the throne or fighting for independence from the throne. The second story arc focuses on the last descendant of the realm's deposed ruling dynasty, exiled and plotting a return to the throne. The third story arc centers on the longstanding brotherhood charged with defending the realm against the ancient threats of the fierce peoples and legendary creatures that lie far north, and an impending winter that threatens the realm. Isabelle: I've never watched it, but I hear that Game of Thrones is a great show. Spencer: I never saw it either but I heard the same and it is a hit show. Isabelle: It really is, it's also an American fantasy drama. Spencer: What is the whole cincecobehind the show besides the drama do they have powers? Isabelle: I think it is more involved with the drama of living in a world with dragons and all that. Very fantasy oriented. Spencer: That sound interesting I may have to check it out I like movies and sgsho with dragonsd. Isabelle: Same here, I might have to check it out since I really like drama and fantasy. Spencer: I love it to another fantasy favorite of mines is twilight I loved that series.

i love iced tea.

Iced tea (or ice tea; "thé glacé" in French) is a form of cold tea. Though usually served in a glass with ice, it can refer to a tea that has been chilled or cooled. It may or may not be sweetened. Iced tea is also a popular packaged drink. It can be mixed with flavored syrup, with multiple common flavors including lemon, raspberry, lime, passion fruit, peach, orange, strawberry, and cherry. While most iced teas get their flavor from tea leaves ("Camellia sinensis"), herbal teas are sometimes served cold and referred to as iced tea. Iced tea is sometimes made by a particularly long steeping of tea leaves at lower temperature (one hour in the sun versus 5 minutes at 180–212 °F / 80–100 °C). Some people call this "sun tea". In addition, it can be left to stand overnight in the refrigerator. Iced tea is popular in Austria and is commonly known as "Eistee" (ice tea); it is usually drunk heavily sweetened. Pfanner and Rauch are two of the most popular manufacturers. In Belgium, the Netherlands (ijsthee), and other parts of Europe, "Ice-Tea" is the brand name of a carbonated variety of iced tea marketed by Lipton since 1978. They also market other non-carbonated iced teas under the "Ice Tea" brand. Hope: I love iced tea! It's so refreshing on a hot summer day. I like mine sweetened with Sweet and Low. Do you drink iced tea? Mariah: Yes, its really refreshing in the summer, i like mixing it with lemonade, have you tried that? Hope: I have! It's so good like that. I also like raspberry or cherry iced tea. Have you tried either of those? Mariah: Yes i like fruit tea also, but i prefer something like green tea, it contains theine, something like caffeine, so it also keeps you awake ;D Hope: That's what I need! Haha! My grandma used to make sun tea. She would put a pitcher of water with tea bags outside in the sun and the tea was always so good. Mariah: i didnt know you can make tea that way, interesting i will try it on a sunny day, ice tea is the right choice in the summer, regular one in the winter :D Hope: In some parts of Europe, Lipton makes a carbonated iced tea. It's called "Ice-Tea." I'm not sure I'd like carbonated tea. How about you? Mariah: I have tried it, its more like a soft drink, just have the taste of tea, its good if you like soft drinks :D i dont Hope: I do like soda, so maybe I'd enjoy it! Sometimes instead of making my own iced tea, I just buy the packaged version. It saves a lot of time. Mariah: Yes saves you time, but i think nothing can beet natural homemade tea, even better if you dry and collect the herbs yourself! My mother used to do that

my back hurts chronically.

Back pain is pain in any region of the back. It is divided into neck pain (cervical), middle back pain (thoracic), lower back pain (lumbar) or coccydynia (tailbone or sacral pain) based on the segment affected. The lumbar area is the most common area for pain, as it supports most of the weight in the upper body. Episodes of back pain may be acute, sub-acute, or chronic depending on the duration. The pain may be characterized as a dull ache, shooting or piercing pain, or a burning sensation. Discomfort can radiate into the arms and hands as well as the legs or feet, and may include numbness, or weakness in the legs and arms. Back pain can originate from the muscles, nerves, bones, joints or other structures in the spine. Internal structures such as the gallbladder, pancreas, aorta, and kidneys may also cause referred pain in the back. Back pain is common, with about nine out of ten adults experiencing it at some point in their life, and five out of ten working adults having it every year. Some estimate up to 95% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. It is the most common cause of chronic pain, and is a major contributor of missed work and disability. Joseph: I have a lot of back pain, what do you think i should do? Nathan: That depends. What kind of pain are you having? Is it more of a dull constant ache or a sudden sharp feeling? Joseph: Its really a sudden sharp feeling when im bent a little or doing something Nathan: Lower back pain is very common and it can really complicate your life? Is that where your pain is located? Joseph: Yes, i think im going a bit crazy, i actually train a lot, i think its because i was a dancer for 11 years Nathan: Have you ever seen a chiropractor about it? A little spinal manipulation can go a long way toward easing chronic back pain. Joseph: I actually did, but i think he only made my situation worse! I think its also because i train really hard Nathan: Chiropractors have faced a lot of criticism over the years, but it's most likely due to the inept few. I've had great results from them. Maybe you should try another doctor? Joseph: Yes the girl that did the think was still in school, maybe she isnt that good :D Nathan: Practicing chiropractors have a stringent code of ethics they follow, so you probably need to see a board certified chiropractor. And ease up on the training!

i love to read fantasy novels and poetry.

Philip Arthur Larkin (9 August 1922 – 2 December 1985) was an English poet, novelist and librarian. His first book of poetry, "The North Ship", was published in 1945, followed by two novels, "Jill" (1946) and "A Girl in Winter" (1947), and he came to prominence in 1955 with the publication of his second collection of poems, "The Less Deceived", followed by "The Whitsun Weddings" (1964) and "High Windows" (1974). He contributed to "The Daily Telegraph" as its jazz critic from 1961 to 1971, articles gathered in "All What Jazz: A Record Diary 1961–71" (1985), and he edited "The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse" (1973). His many honours include the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. He was offered, but declined, the position of Poet Laureate in 1984, following the death of Sir John Betjeman. After graduating from Oxford in 1943 with a first in English language and literature, Larkin became a librarian. It was during the thirty years he worked with distinction as university librarian at the Brynmor Jones Library at the University of Hull that he produced the greater part of his published work. His poems are marked by what Andrew Motion calls "a very English, glum accuracy about emotions, places, and relationships", and what Donald Davie described as "lowered sights and diminished expectations". Sara: I am thinking of reading a book by Philip Larkin, any recommendation? Hannah: He's got quite a few good works. I would recommend A Girl in Winter, or High Windows. Sara: Could you tell me what is the story about in A Girl in Winter? Hannah: It's a book about a librarian who leaves work to help a colleague who is sick. High Windows on the other hand, is a collection of poetry. Sara: I am not a fan of poetry so I think I will go with A Girl in Winter, sounds intriguing, is it a fantasy novel? Hannah: Sort of. It's a bit more of a love story, but it's been a while since I have read it. It was published in 1947. Sara: Oh I thought it was more recent, it is a classic them I love them. Any idea when was Philip Larkin born? Hannah: Yep, he was born on August 9, 1922, and he died in 1985.

i have four cats.

The domestic cat ("Felis silvestris catus" or "Felis catus") is a small, typically furry, carnivorous mammal. They are often called house cats when kept as indoor pets or simply cats when there is no need to distinguish them from other felids and felines. They are often valued by humans for companionship and for their ability to hunt vermin. There are more than seventy cat breeds recognized by various cat registries. Cats are similar in anatomy to the other felids, with a strong flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp retractable claws, and teeth adapted to killing small prey. Cat senses fit a crepuscular and predatory ecological niche. Cats can hear sounds too faint or too high in frequency for human ears, such as those made by mice and other small animals. They can see in near darkness. Like most other mammals, cats have poorer color vision and a better sense of smell than humans. Cats, despite being solitary hunters, are a social species and cat communication includes the use of a variety of vocalizations (mewing, purring, trilling, hissing, growling, and grunting), as well as cat pheromones and types of cat-specific body language. Cats have a high breeding rate. Under controlled breeding, they can be bred and shown as registered pedigree pets, a hobby known as cat fancy. Sophie: do you like the domesticated cat? Kayla: Of course I do. I own a cat and am very happy to play with it. He is very playful and warm. Do you have one? Sophie: I am actually allergic but i know they are valued for their companionship and I think they are super cute! Kayla: My cat especially is an antidote when I feel depressed or stressed. Too bad that you are allergic to them Sophie: Yes, I know! I have read that there are more than 70 cat breeds recognized by various cat registries Kayla: Wow. That seems interesting. Do you mean 70 breeds of domesticated ones? Or is it generally? Sophie: From what i understand it is more than 70 domesticated cat breeds ones. Is that kind of crazy? Kayla: That seems too much. Its head spinning even to think how much we humans feel close to cats Sophie: I also read that cats have a poorer color vision and a better sense of smell than humans Kayla: Are you sure about poorer color vision? Since they are pretty adept at catching mouses

i have 3 children.

Parenting or child rearing is the process of promoting and supporting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood. Parenting refers to the intricacies of raising a child aside from the biological relationship. The most common caretaker in parenting is the biological parent(s) of the child in question, although others may be an older sibling, a grandparent, a legal guardian, aunt, uncle or other family member, or a family friend. Governments and society may have a role in child-rearing as well. In many cases, orphaned or abandoned children receive parental care from non-parent blood relations. Others may be adopted, raised in foster care, or placed in an orphanage. Parenting skills vary, and a parent with good parenting skills may be referred to as a "good parent". The English pediatrician and psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott described the concept of "good-enough" parenting in which a minimum of prerequisites for healthy child development are met. Winnicott wrote, "The good-enough mother...starts off with an almost complete adaptation to her infant's needs, and as time proceeds she adapts less and less completely, gradually, according to the infant's growing ability to deal with her failure." Sydney: I love being a dad! I am a father of two little girls! Are you a parent? Marco: Not yet, but I might someday! I would also be open to adoption. Sydney: I agree that adoption is a good thing. There are a lot of kids that need a loving family. Marco: Absolutely. In particular many South Korean children are adopted which started as a result of the Korean War. Sydney: Interesting! I had no idea. Aren't there a lot of Chinese babies up for adoption as well? Marco: Yes, also it's good to know that children have to be at least 14 years younger than the parent. Sydney: Really? I didn't know that was a rule. What is the reasoning for it? Marco: I'm assuming it's because you are given a lot of responsibilities, so being older helps.

i am pregnant with my first child.

Pregnancy, also known as gestation, is the time during which one or more offspring develops inside a woman. A multiple pregnancy involves more than one offspring, such as with twins. Pregnancy can occur by sexual intercourse or assisted reproductive technology. Childbirth typically occurs around 40 weeks from the last menstrual period (LMP). This is just over nine months, where each month averages 29½ days. When measured from conception it is about 38 weeks. An embryo is the developing offspring during the first eight weeks following conception, after which, the term "fetus" is used until birth. Symptoms of early pregnancy may include missed periods, tender breasts, nausea and vomiting, hunger, and frequent urination. Pregnancy may be confirmed with a pregnancy test. Pregnancy is typically divided into three trimesters. The first trimester is from week one through 12 and includes conception. Conception is when the sperm fertilizes the egg. The fertilized egg then travels down the fallopian tube and attaches to the inside of the uterus, where it begins to form the embryo and placenta. The first trimester carries the highest risk of miscarriage (natural death of embryo or fetus). The second trimester is from week 13 through 28. Johnathan: I'm just now starting to become sexually active, so the whole idea of an unexpected pregnancy is pretty worrying, which made me want to research it. Manuel: You should. Pregnancy is a big thing in one's life. Always use a condom they say. Johnathan: Yup, condoms are a huge deal. Properly used condoms in every act of intimacy lowers pregnancy change per year to 2%. Manuel: Protection is important in any element. That is a good stat to know! Johnathan: Agreed, it's always very important to make sure there is no pregnancy anyway by using a pregnancy test every so often. Manuel: I agree. I'd like to one day have children in the future. Maybe 10 years from now. Johnathan: I'm still pretty on the fence about having kids, but I'm still pretty young so that might change. Manuel: Yeah so am I. It is better to wait until you are older to worry about pregnancy.

i m from austin , texas.

Austin () is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southern-most state capital in the contiguous 48 states. As of the Census Bureau's July 1, 2016 estimate, Austin has a population of 947,890. Located in within greater Texas Hill Country, the city is home to numerous lakes, rivers, and waterways including Lady Bird Lake, Barton Springs, McKinney Falls, the Colorado River, Lake Travis, and Lake Walter E. Long. It is the cultural and economic center of the metropolitan statistical area, which had an estimated population of 2,056,405 as of July 1, 2016. In the 1830s, pioneers began to settle the area in central Austin along the Colorado River. In 1839, the site was chosen to replace Houston as the capital of the Republic of Texas and was incorporated under the name Waterloo. Shortly afterward, the name was changed to Austin in honor of Stephen F. Austin, the "Father of Texas" and the republic's first secretary of state. Leah: I would really like to visit Austin, TX. I've been to Dallas a few times, but have heard good things about Austin. Have you ever been there? Devin: No, I've never been there but it is the fastest growing large city in the U.S. It has over 947,000 people. Leah: Well, if so many people want to live there, there must be lots to do and see. Devin: Yes, there are numerous lakes, rivers, and waterways to visit. Barton Springs and McKinney Falls are nice. Leah: That sounds wonderful. I do like water - very therapeutic! What other things are there worth seeing? Devin: The Edwards Aquifer is a great place to visit. It is one of the most prolific artesian aquifers in the world. Leah: Austin is now definitely on my list of places to visit - thank you for the information! Devin: Yep, Austin is pretty cool. It is the cultural and economic center of the area.

i am a vegan.

Veganism is both the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. A follower of either the diet or the philosophy is known as a vegan ( ). Distinctions are sometimes made between several categories of veganism. "Dietary vegans" (or strict vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat but also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term "ethical vegan" is often applied to those who not only follow a vegan diet but extend the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and oppose the use of animals for any purpose. Another term is "environmental veganism", which refers to the avoidance of animal products on the premise that the harvesting or industrial farming of animals is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. Well-planned vegan diets can reduce the risk of some types of chronic disease, including heart disease. They are regarded as appropriate for all stages of life including during infancy and pregnancy by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the British Dietetic Association. The German Society for Nutrition does not recommend vegan diets for children, adolescents nor during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Shane: Veganism is an interesting idea. I would like to become a vegan soon. What are your thoughts? Jennifer: I think that's a noble. Veganism is a great moral practice to abstain from the use of animals products particularly in diet. Shane: I think it's a wonderful idea. It takes a lot of effort and work sometimes to keep up. Jennifer: Yes we can follow this and the diet and philosophy will make us vegans. Shane: Vegans are very disciplined people and strive to better their lives Jennifer: I agree. I don't think I could do that. I may be vegetarian for other adopted reasons. Shane: That's solid. I think that vegetarianism also offers a lot to the world. They can also reduce global warming outputs Jennifer: Yes there are many distinctions are sometimes several categories of veganism. That is true.

i love adventures like mountain climbing.

Mount Kilimanjaro (), with its three volcanic cones, "Kibo", "Mawenzi", and "Shira", is a dormant volcano in Tanzania. It is the highest mountain in Africa, about from its base to above sea level. The first people known to have reached the summit of the mountain were Hans Meyer and Ludwig Purtscheller in 1889. The mountain is part of the Kilimanjaro National Park and is a major climbing destination. The mountain has been the subject of many scientific studies because of its shrinking glaciers and disappearing ice fields. Kilimanjaro is a large stratovolcano and is composed of three distinct volcanic cones: Kibo, the highest; Mawenzi at ; and Shira, the shortest at . Mawenzi and Shira are extinct, while Kibo is dormant and could erupt again. Uhuru Peak is the highest summit on Kibo's crater rim. The Tanzania National Parks Authority, a Tanzanian governmental agency, and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization list the height of Uhuru Peak as . That height is based on a British Ordnance Survey in 1952. Since then, the height has been measured as in 1999, in 2008, and in 2014. The interior of the volcanic edifice is poorly known, given the lack of large scale erosion that could have exposed the interiors of the volcano. Jake: Mount Kilimanjaro has such a cool name. Mark: it is, it has three volcanic cones Jake: That's quite a few! Mark: its the highest mountain in africa Jake: Wow that's huge! I didn't think it was in Africa. Mark: yea the first people known to have reached the summit did it in 1889 Jake: That's so badass that they could do that even back then. Mark: yea and the mountain is a part of the kilimanjaro national park which is why its a major destination Jake: That sounds gorgeous, I'd love to visit that park. Mark: #metoo

i love to surf.

Surfing is a surface water sport in which the wave rider, referred to as a surfer, rides on the forward or deep face of a moving wave, which is usually carrying the surfer towards the shore. Waves suitable for surfing are primarily found in the ocean, but can also be found in lakes or in rivers in the form of a standing wave or tidal bore. However, surfers can also utilize artificial waves such as those from boat wakes and the waves created in artificial wave pools. The term "surfing" refers to the act of riding a wave, regardless of whether the wave is ridden with a board or without a board, and regardless of the stance used. The native peoples of the Pacific, for instance, surfed waves on alaia, paipo, and other such craft, and did so on their belly and knees. The modern-day definition of surfing, however, most often refers to a surfer riding a wave standing up on a surfboard; this is also referred to as stand-up surfing. Another prominent form of surfing is body boarding, when a surfer rides a wave on a bodyboard, either lying on their belly, drop knee, or sometimes even standing up on a body board. Other types of surfing include knee boarding, surf matting (riding inflatable mats), and using foils. Michael: I would love to surf but I am to scared of all the water. Nevaeh: Hey me too! You know, while surfing is usually done it the ocean it can also be done on a standing wave in fresh water, or in a tidal bore? Michael: I heard you can do it in fresh water that would be less chances of me being frightening I wonder can I do it in a wave pool at a amusement park lol. Nevaeh: Yes. I bet you can! Although the wave pool is usually a key feature in water parks. There is sometimes a separate surfing area also. Michael: My biggest fear with surfing in the ocean is the sharks. Nevaeh: Yeah, me too! Although I don't think there's much to worry about. Sharks date back to more than 420 million years ago, and there has not been that many attacks. Michael: I am in Florida even thought the rate hasn't been high there has been shark attacks here. Nevaeh: Yeah, it's sad. Do they use special gill nets to make a wall around swimming areas?

i volunteer at the local humane society.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), based in Washington, D.C., is an American nonprofit organization founded by journalist Fred Myers and Helen Jones, Larry Andrews, and Marcia Glaser in 1954, to address what they saw as animal-related cruelties of national scope, and to resolve animal welfare problems by applying strategies beyond the resources or abilities of local organizations. In 2013, the "Chronicle of Philanthropy" identified HSUS as the 136th largest charity in the United States in its Philanthropy 400 listing. As of 2001, the group's major campaigns targeted five issues: factory farming, animal fighting, the fur trade, puppy mills, and wildlife abuse. The organization works on a full range of animal issues, including companion animals, wildlife, farm animals, horses and other equines, and animals used in research, testing and education. HSUS reported its revenue as US$129 million and net assets of US$215 million as of December 31, 2014. HSUS pursues its global work through an affiliate, Humane Society International, which listed staff members in 17 nations for 2013. Other affiliated entities include the Doris Day Animal League, founded by the actress Doris Day, and the Fund for Animals, founded by the television and social critic Cleveland Amory. Jade: Humane Society of the United States is doing an incredible job to bring justice for animals which are suffering cruelty in factories. Do you support their cause? Danielle: Yes! I do support their cause. Jade: Admire your aspiration. it is amusing when seeing your response I remember about the Yes Minister which is a British sitcom based on political satire Danielle: I'm not sure who the Yes Minister is. I will have to look into that. Jade: It is basically about the British cabinet Minister and his ministerial career. Recommend to watch it. Much humor guaranteed Danielle: Wow. I will have to watch it. Can you tell me a little more on what it is about? Jade: It is a political satire as I have told you. Also, one more thing, i think you would like pow wow. It is an where Native American communities gather. It is very captivating to attend Danielle: Oh that sounds interesting. I will have to find it.

i like baths.

Bathing is the washing of the body with a liquid, usually water or an aqueous solution, or the immersion of the body in water. It may be practiced for personal hygiene, religious ritual or therapeutic purposes. By analogy, especially as a recreational activity, the term is also applied to sun bathing and sea bathing. Bathing can take place in any situation where there is water, ranging from warm to cold. It can take place in a bathtub or shower, or it can be in a river, lake, water hole, pool or the sea, or any other water receptacle. The term for the act can vary. For example, a ritual religious bath is sometimes referred to as immersion, the use of water for therapeutic purposes can be called a water treatment or hydrotherapy, and two recreational water activities are known as swimming and paddling. Throughout history, societies devised systems to enable water to be brought to population centres. Ancient Indians used elaborate practices for personal hygiene with three daily baths and washing. These are recorded in the works called grihya sutras which are in practice even today in some communities. Ancient Greece utilized small bathtubs, wash basins, and foot baths for personal cleanliness. Karen: Bathing is the best time of the day. Kyle: I disagree, I do not like baths and prefer showers which can be done quickly. Karen: Well practically a bath is considered showering as well same terms. Kyle: Except a bath you sit in your filth. Karen: True enough when showering you do wash the dirt completely off you and water is less fresher in bath. Kyle: Yes and the temperature stays constant in a shower. Karen: Yes I love hot water especially like Mumbai's climate which is hot ad humid. Kyle: Agreed, then again sometimes I enjoy not showering and just cleaning myself with sand.

i have taken formal music lessons since i was 5.

The piano is an acoustic, stringed musical instrument invented in Italy by Bartolomeo Cristofori around the year 1700 (the exact year is uncertain), in which the strings are struck by hammers. It is played using a keyboard, which is a row of keys (small levers) that the performer presses down or strikes with the fingers and thumbs of both hands to cause the hammers to strike the strings. The word "piano" is a shortened form of "pianoforte", the Italian term for the early 1700s versions of the instrument, which in turn derives from "gravicembalo col piano e forte" and "fortepiano". The Italian musical terms "piano" and "forte" indicate "soft" and "loud" respectively, in this context referring to the variations in volume (i.e., loudness) produced in response to a pianist's touch or pressure on the keys: the greater the velocity of a key press, the greater the force of the hammer hitting the strings, and the louder the sound of the note produced and the stronger the attack. The first fortepianos in the 1700s had a quieter sound and smaller dynamic range. An acoustic piano usually has a protective wooden case surrounding the soundboard and metal strings, which are strung under great tension on a heavy metal frame. Jayden: I love listening to piano-based music, it sounds so beautiful, and the instrument isn't even that old surprisingly, it was invented around the year 1700. Conner: ohh..what music you like? Jayden: Well most classical music uses the acousted, stringed instrument known as the piano, so I like classical music. Conner: ooohh..I am also like classic music very much. Jayden: That's great, I really like the music from the time period of 1750-1820 to be exact, what about you? Conner: 1750-1820 time period music is very nice Jayden: Yes it is really beautiful, I especially like European art music because it uses staff notation, do you like it too? Conner: Yes. I like too. Jayden: Wow awesome, I like how it uses really interesting melodies and harmonies, which are both considered a category of pitch, they do it so well. Conner: I like melodies and harmonies

i like to watch japanese cartoons anime in my free time.

Anime ( ), also called Japanimation, is hand-drawn or computer animation associated with Japan. The word "anime" is the Japanese term for "animation", which means all forms of animated media. Outside Japan, "anime" refers specifically to animation from Japan or as a Japanese-disseminated animation style often characterized by colorful graphics, vibrant characters and fantastical themes. Arguably, the culturally abstract approach to the word's meaning may open up the possibility of anime produced in countries other than Japan. For simplicity, many Westerners strictly view anime as a Japanese animation product. Some scholars suggest defining anime as specifically or quintessentially Japanese may be related to a new form of orientalism. The earliest commercial Japanese animation dates to 1917, and Japanese anime production has since continued to increase steadily. The characteristic anime art style emerged in the 1960s with the works of Osamu Tezuka and spread internationally in the late twentieth century, developing a large domestic and international audience. Anime is distributed theatrically, by way of television broadcasts, directly to home media, and over the Internet. It is classified into numerous genres targeting diverse broad and niche audiences. Katelyn: I see a lot of talk about Anime, can you share knowledge? Jasmine: Anime is Japanese for Animation - it means cartoons that come from Japan Katelyn: Do other countries produce it too? Jasmine: Not really, Anime is Japanese and refers specifically to animation from Japan. It has it's own cultural style Katelyn: I have noticed the people sometimes act like the cartoons are real people. Jasmine: Yea, Anime and Manga have a huge worldwide community of fans Katelyn: Wait, what is Manga? Jasmine: Manga is Japanese for comics and cartoons - it is used in the same way as anime Katelyn: Interesting Jasmine: Anime is generally made for adults and deals with more serious themes than what you would expect in American animation

i like to swim.

Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through fresh or salt water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both. Humans can hold their breath underwater and undertake rudimentary locomotive swimming within weeks of birth, as an evolutionary response. Swimming is consistently among top public recreational activities, and in some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of the educational curriculum. As a formalized sport, swimming features in a range of local, national, and international competitions, including every modern summer Olympics. Swimming relies on the natural buoyancy of the human body. On average, the body has a relative density of 0.98 compared to water, which causes the body to float. However, buoyancy varies on the basis of both body composition and the salinity of the water. Higher levels of body fat and saltier water both lower the relative density of the body and increase its buoyancy. Since the human body is only slightly less dense than water, water supports the weight of the body during swimming. As a result, swimming is “low-impact” compared to land activities such as running. Hannah: I love to go swimming! How about you? I like going somewhere nice outdoors in a pond. Allison: I love swimming too! I have loved it since I was a baby. Humans can hold there breath underwater and undertake basic locomotive swimming withing weeks of being born. Hannah: Yes! I heard about that before. My friend is a lifeguard and told me about how they do it naturally. Have you ever gone scuba diving? Allison: Yes I have a few times. I have a difficult time using the breathing apparatus underwater though. I feel like I am suffocating. Hannah: Yes, the same thing happened to me when I tried snorkeling. Something about it doesn't feel natural. Did you see any nice fish or sharkes? Allison: I did not see any sharks, but did see some cool fish Hannah: Sweet. Was it in a tropical area like costa rica or somewhere more cold? Allison: One time in Cozumel and one time on the "Rich Coast" of Costa Rica.

i like skateboarding.

Skateboarding is an action sport which involves riding and performing tricks using a skateboard. Skateboarding can also be considered a recreational activity, an art form, a job, or a method of transportation. Skateboarding has been shaped and influenced by many skateboarders throughout the years. A 2009 report found that the skateboarding market is worth an estimated $4.8 billion in annual revenue with 11.08 million active skateboarders in the world. In 2016, it was announced that skateboarding will be represented at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. Since the 1970s, skateparks have been constructed specifically for use by skateboarders, Freestyle BMXers, aggressive skaters, and very recently, scooters. However, skateboarding has become controversial in areas in which the activity, although illegal, has damaged curbs, stoneworks, steps, benches, plazas and parks. The first skateboards started with wooden boxes, or boards, with roller skate wheels attached to the bottom. Crate scooters preceded skateboards, having a wooden crate attached to the nose (front of the board), which formed rudimentary handlebars. The boxes turned into planks, similar to the skateboard decks of today. Carlos: I love to go skateboarding. Angela: Skateboarding is my favorite action sports. Carlos: Do you know when the skateboard was invented? Angela: I believe it was John Rodney Mullen. Carlos: What are some popular tricks that can be performed on a skateboard? Angela: One of them is the kickflip which is also known as the magic flip. Carlos: Cool. Where do skateboarders perform these tricks? Angela: I am not sure but Rodney Mullen invented it.

i like to go fishing.

Micropterus is a genus of freshwater fish in the sunfish family (family Centrarchidae) of order Perciformes. The species of this genus are known as the black bass. The black bass are sometimes erroneously called black trout, but the name trout more correctly refers to certain members of the salmon family. The black bass are distributed throughout a large area east of the Rocky Mountains in North America, from the Hudson Bay basin in Canada to northeastern Mexico. Several species, notably the Largemouth and Smallmouth basses, have been very widely introduced throughout the world, and are now considered cosmopolitan. Black bass of all species are highly sought-after game fish, and bass fishing is an extremely popular sport throughout the bass's native range. These fish are well known as strong fighters, and their meat is eaten, being quite edible and firm. All "Micropterus" species have a dull-green base coloring with dark patterns on the sides. Most reach a maximum overall length of 40–60 cm (16–24 in), but some strains of the largemouth bass have been reported to grow to almost a full meter (just over three feet) in length. The male builds a "bed" (nest) in which a female is induced to deposit her eggs and then fertilizes them. Gregory: Been fishing lately? I like fishing for black bass. Gregory: i,m not much of a fisher Gregory: Too bad! It's a multibillion-dollar industry. Gregory: yes because its good food Gregory: Yes, black bass has nice firm meat. Gregory: do you like susie Gregory: I do, but I don't eat much of it anymore. I prefer my seafood cooked. Black bass meat in cornmeal. Gregory: about samon Gregory: Salmon good too, eating it reflects the US history of fishing. Gregory: also healthy

i am a diabetic.

Diabetes mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders in which there are high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period. Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. If left untreated, diabetes can cause many complications. Acute complications can include diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, or death. Serious long-term complications include cardiovascular disease, stroke, chronic kidney disease, foot ulcers, and damage to the eyes. Diabetes is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin or the cells of the body not responding properly to the insulin produced. There are three main types of diabetes mellitus: Prevention and treatment involve maintaining a healthy diet, regular physical exercise, a normal body weight, and avoiding use of tobacco. Control of blood pressure and maintaining proper foot care are important for people with the disease. Type 1 DM must be managed with insulin injections. Type 2 DM may be treated with medications with or without insulin. Insulin and some oral medications can cause low blood sugar. Weight loss surgery in those with obesity is sometimes an effective measure in those with type 2 DM. Madeline: I am diabetic. Bryson: I'm so sorry to hear that. My family members have high blood sugar levels as well :( Madeline: I wish I could have prevented it before it happened. Do you have any tips for how to prevent diabetes? Bryson: yes, you can use insulin as a medication Madeline: What are the causes of diabetes? Bryson: depending on what type of diabities.the cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown Madeline: My doctor told me I have type 1 diabetes. I'm afraid of the complications that may occur down the line. What should I watch out for? Bryson: you just need to watch your blood sugar levels, exercise, eat healthy food and take your medication

i love sushi.

Sushi can be prepared with either brown or white rice. It is often prepared with raw seafood, but some varieties of sushi use cooked ingredients, and many others are vegetarian. Sushi is often served with pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce. Daikon radish is popular as a garnish. Sushi is often confused with sashimi, a related Japanese dish consisting of thinly sliced raw fish or occasionally meat, and an optional serving of rice. Sushi originates in a Southeast Asian dish, known today as "narezushi" ( – "salted fish"), stored in fermented rice for possibly months at a time. The lacto-fermentation of the rice prevented the fish from spoiling; the rice would be discarded before consumption of the fish. This early type of sushi became an important source of protein for its Japanese consumers. The term "sushi" comes from an antiquated grammatical form no longer used in other contexts, and literally means "sour-tasting"; the overall dish has a sour and umami or savoury taste. Narezushi still exists as a regional specialty, notably as "funa-zushi" from Shiga Prefecture. Vinegar began to be added to the preparation of narezushi in the Muromachi period (1336–1573) for the sake of enhancing both taste and preservation. Katherine: Sushi is so delicious. Alana: I know, but it tastes better with white rice. Brown rice is yucky. Katherine: Yea, I can't do it with brown rice. Alana: Then throw some soy sauce or wasabi on there and your in for a treat! Katherine: I don't like wasabi, but love that soy sauce. What's your favorite kind? Alana: I don't really have a favorite, but you know what annoys me about sushi? People always confuse it with sashimi. Katherine: Those people clearly have never had any! Alana: I know, I mean they are similar because they both have raw fish, but the rice is optional. Like c'mon get your facts straight.

i am gong to adopt a dog very soon.

An animal shelter or pound is a place where stray, lost, abandoned or surrendered animals, mostly dogs and cats, and sometimes sick or wounded wildlife are kept and rehabilitated. While no-kill shelters exist, it is sometimes policy to euthanize sick animals, and any animal that is not claimed quickly enough by a previous or new owner. In Europe, of 30 countries included in a survey, all but four (Czech republic, Germany, Greece, and Italy) permitted the killing of healthy stray dogs. Critics believe the new term "animal shelter" is generally a euphemism for the older term "pound". The word "pound" had its origins in the animal pounds of agricultural communities, where stray livestock would be penned or impounded until claimed by their owners. Some shelters even have sick tropical animals. In the United States there is no government-run organization that provides oversight or regulation of the various shelters on a national basis. However, many individual states do regulate shelters within their jurisdiction. One of the earliest comprehensive measures was the "Georgia Animal Protection Act" of 1986. The law was enacted in response to the inhumane treatment of companion animals by a pet store chain in Atlanta. Jeremy: I'd like to adopt a dog sometime soon. Possibly from a shelter. Brooke: That's a great idea. Critics say the new term, animal shelter, replaced the word pound. Jeremy: Oh yes, the ol' pound. Reminds me of the 90's for some reason. Brooke: I prefer no kill shelters that only euthanize terminally ill animals or too dangerous for public safety Jeremy: I agree completely. It would be a great thing if one day enough people adopted pets and the shelters needed to close or at least reduce in size. Brooke: At least 90% of the animals entering shelters are usually saved in no kill shelters. Jeremy: That's a nice stat to know. Sounds like we are progressing towards what I was just saying. Always a good sign. Brooke: Yeah, human societies now urge people to have animals spayed or neutered to prevent unwanted litters.

i like katy perry as a musician.

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer and songwriter. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager. Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album "Katy Hudson" under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin. After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007. Perry rose to fame in 2008 with the release of her second album, a pop rock record titled "One of the Boys", and its singles "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot n Cold". The former track also sparked controversy for its sapphic themes. Her third album, "Teenage Dream" (2010), ventured into disco, and was her first number one album on the U.S. "Billboard" 200. It topped the U.S. "Billboard" Hot 100 with the singles "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Firework", "E.T. Kevin: Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson is Katy Perrys full name Victor: That is crazy, I wonder why celebrities change their names like that. She is a really good singer. How many hits has she had? Kevin: shes had quite a few, katy perry is very popular Victor: She is. How many records has she put out? Kevin: katy perry has at least 7 huge hit albums Victor: Amazing! How many records has she sold? Kevin: katy perry has sold over 100 million records and singles Victor: That is a lot of money!

i still dream about going to paris and designing clothes.

Yves Saint Laurent SAS (; YSL), also known as Saint Laurent, is a French luxury fashion house founded by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé. The company revived its haute couture collection in 2015 under former creative director Hedi Slimane. In April 2016, Anthony Vaccarello was appointed as the creative director. Founded in 1961, it has been considered one of the world's most prominent fashion houses and is known for its modern and iconic pieces, such as its tuxedo jackets for women. Today, Saint Laurent markets a broad range of women's and men's ready-to-wear products, leather goods, shoes, and jewellery. Yves Saint Laurent Beauté also has a notable presence in the luxury beauty and fragrance market, although this is owned by L'Oréal who hold exclusive licenses for the name. The eponymous brand was founded in 1961 by designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, and the current logos were designed in 1963 by A. M. Cassandre. During the 1960s and 1970s, the firm popularized fashion trends such as the beatnik look, safari jackets for men and women, tight pants and tall, thigh-high boots, including the creation of arguably the most famous classic tuxedo suit for women in 1966, Le Smoking suit. Sofia: Ever heard of Yves Saint Laurent? Kayla: Nope, what/who are they. Sofia: They are a French luxury fashion house. Kayla: Oh really who founded it? Sofia: Yep! It was founded by Yves Saint Laurent, believe it or not. Kayla: Oh when was that? Sofia: I'm not sure, but he founded it with his partner Pierre Berge. Kayla: Oh thats cool, i bet they are quite old. Sofia: They are actually! They were founded back in 1961! Kayla: Oh thats actually not too old.

i have a horse named beauty.

The horse ("Equus ferus caballus") is one of two extant subspecies of "Equus ferus". It is an odd-toed ungulate mammal belonging to the taxonomic family Equidae. The horse has evolved over the past 45 to 55 million years from a small multi-toed creature, "Eohippus", into the large, single-toed animal of today. Humans began to domesticate horses around 4000 BC, and their domestication is believed to have been widespread by 3000 BC. Horses in the subspecies "caballus" are domesticated, although some domesticated populations live in the wild as feral horses. These feral populations are not true wild horses, as this term is used to describe horses that have never been domesticated, such as the endangered Przewalski's horse, a separate subspecies, and the only remaining true wild horse. There is an extensive, specialized vocabulary used to describe equine-related concepts, covering everything from anatomy to life stages, size, colors, markings, breeds, locomotion, and behavior. Horses' anatomy enables them to make use of speed to escape predators and they have a well-developed sense of balance and a strong fight-or-flight response. Related to this need to flee from predators in the wild is an unusual trait: horses are able to sleep both standing up and lying down, with younger horse tending to sleep significantly more than adults. Sergio: I love riding horses, horses are one of my favorite animals Michelle: Horses have evolved over the past 45-55 million years Sergio: Wow that is really incredible, do you know for how have humnas been using horses? Michelle: Humans started using horses sometime around 4000 BC Sergio: It is hard to imagine humans have used horses since that far back, can you tell me more about horses Michelle: Humans have used horses in many wars up until WWI, when machine guns started to make them obsolete Sergio: yeah i always see it in war movies the horses always at the front Michelle: Horses that live in the wild are called feral horses

i don t know how to swim.

Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through fresh or salt water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both. Humans can hold their breath underwater and undertake rudimentary locomotive swimming within weeks of birth, as an evolutionary response. Swimming is consistently among top public recreational activities, and in some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of the educational curriculum. As a formalized sport, swimming features in a range of local, national, and international competitions, including every modern summer Olympics. Swimming relies on the natural buoyancy of the human body. On average, the body has a relative density of 0.98 compared to water, which causes the body to float. However, buoyancy varies on the basis of both body composition and the salinity of the water. Higher levels of body fat and saltier water both lower the relative density of the body and increase its buoyancy. Since the human body is only slightly less dense than water, water supports the weight of the body during swimming. As a result, swimming is “low-impact” compared to land activities such as running. Olivia: I think swimming seems so relaxing and enjoyable. I'm not good at it though. Edgar: i really love swimming in the ocean! Olivia: It's funny how locomotion is achieved through the coordinated movements of the limbs. Edgar: i've never thought of it this way :) I wonder if swimming burns more calories than running Olivia: It is one of the top recreational activities and in some countries lessons are mandatory in school curriculums. Edgar: how cool is that! Do you know in what schools swimming lessons are mandatory? Olivia: Not sure. But I think higher levels of body fat and saltier water lower the density of the body and increase bouyancy. Edgar: that's interesting! What other cool facts do you know? Olivia: Just I like how low impact it is compared to land activities like running. Edgar: yes, and running is so boring! swimming is more fun

i live in a small apartment in new york.

The City of New York, often called New York City or simply New York, is the most populous city in the United States. With an estimated 2016 population of 8,537,673 distributed over a land area of about , New York City is also the most densely populated major city in the United States. Located at the southern tip of the state of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, one of the most populous urban agglomerations in the world with an estimated 23.7 million residents as of 2016. A global power city, New York City has been described as the cultural, financial, and media capital of the world, and exerts a significant impact upon commerce, entertainment, research, technology, education, politics, and sports. The city's fast pace defines the term "New York minute". Home to the headquarters of the United Nations, New York is an important center for international diplomacy. Situated on one of the world's largest natural harbors, New York City consists of five boroughs, each of which is a separate county of New York State. The five boroughs – Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, and Staten Island – were consolidated into a single city in 1898. The city and its metropolitan area constitute the premier gateway for legal immigration to the United States, and as many as 800 languages are spoken in New York, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world. Paul: I really love New York City for many reasons. Joel: Is it the beautiful skyline or because the city never sleeps ? Paul: The city is very popular and some of the celebrities are based in there. Joel: But there is more than just its popularity, its beautiful and a lot to do there. Plus you can walk for miles if your bored. Paul: The idea of making a lot of money in the city is also something that fascinates me. I love money. Joel: But the rent is very expensive so most of it will end up going towards paying for closet size apartment. Paul: It is worth the while. With the technological advancements in New York City I tend to believe it is worth. Joel: What kind of technological advancements in New York City are there that aren't in other major cities ? Paul: You need to take a tour to see that...:-). Also, the New York City is the host of United Nations nearly the largest organisation in the world. Joel: I see and I think our president wants to leave the UN; so it might move from New York City if he actually follows thru with his threat

pizza is my favorite.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Brandon: It seems generic but pizza is my favorite food by far. Brooklyn: Pizza has been around a long time and I think it is a favorite for a lot of people. Speaking of being around a long time, the term "pizza" was actually first recorded in the 10th century. So, yeah, its been around a while, for sure! Brandon: That's so long ago, wow! I just love all the toppings you can put on pizza. Brooklyn: Yes, so many toppings can be added in many different ways! Brandon: So many meats, vegetables, and different cheeses you can use! Brooklyn: You would think that Italians would be the one that ate the most pizza but, actually, Norwegians eat the most frozen pizza according to a 2004 survey! Brandon: The most frozen pizza? What a weird statistic haha. Brooklyn: I know right! And, following behind the Norwegians, who eat the most frozen pizza, are the Germans!

i like to work out at the gym to christian electronic dance music.

Ecstatic Dance is a free form dance event loosely based on Gabrielle Roth’s "5Rhythms" guided dance practice. The general term "ecstatic dance" is used to describe transcendental and sacred dance, and other practices of movement meditation. Ecstatic Dance events are differentiated by being a "talk free space" and by featuring a live DJ, and electronic dance music (EDM) amongst various musical genres, with little to no direction from Facilitators to what ways community members should dance. The events are inclusive of all ages and are drug and alcohol free. Ecstatic Dance is used to describe "intentional" dance events all over the world. There is no single format or guidelines that all events called Ecstatic Dance adhere to. The term "Ecstatic Dance" was first used to describe this particular dance Format in 2001. The founder, Max Fathom, was a volunteer at Kalani Honua, in Puna on the Big Island of Hawaii. Ecstatic Dance at Kalani was a "Community hosted" event until 2009. Originally, it was spelled "Ex-Static Dance" and eventually was known by either spelling as the same event. In 2005, Gabrielle Roth’s 5Rhythms™ guided dance practice was released as a video series titled, The Ecstatic Dance. Grace: When I'm in a good mood I like to ecstatic dance, which is free form dance. Lilly: I see, what does it entail? Grace: It is movement meditation. So it doesn't have specific moves but is meant to be metitative. Lilly: I see, I've heard there are many benefits to meditation, so ecstatic dancing must be good for you Grace: Yes! Not only is it cardio but it is also good for your mental state. Lilly: I see, is there anything else I should know about it? Grace: It is also used to describe intentional dance events all over the world Lilly: Oh, so it is popular internationally. Grace: Yep, especially because there are no guidlines or formats that they have to adhere to. Lilly: That makes total sense!

i went to college in chicago.

The University of Chicago (U of C, Chicago, or UChicago) is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois. It holds top-ten positions in various national and international rankings. The university is composed of the College, various graduate programs and interdisciplinary committees organized into five academic research divisions and seven professional schools. Beyond the arts and sciences, Chicago is also well known for its professional schools, which include the Pritzker School of Medicine, the Booth School of Business, the Law School, the School of Social Service Administration, the Harris School of Public Policy Studies, the Divinity School and the Graham School of Continuing Liberal and Professional Studies. The university currently enrolls 5,971 undergraduate students, and 16,016 students overall. University of Chicago scholars have played a major role in the development of many academic disciplines, including sociology, law, economics, literary criticism, religion and the behavioralism school of political science. Chicago's physics department and the Met Lab helped develop the world's first man-made, self-sustaining nuclear reaction (Chicago Pile-1) beneath the viewing stands of university's Stagg Field, a key part of the classified Manhattan Project effort of World War II. Jared: I went to the University of Chicago for my undergraduate, it's a pretty good school I think. Have you heard of it? Katelyn: I have. I've heard that it is quite a good school and has played a major role in the development of many academic disciplines. Jared: Definitely, I think it's well known for economics, but I could be wrong. Do you know any of its more well known departments? Katelyn: Well one example is the Pritzker School of Medicine. Jared: Of course, how could I forget. There were some big discoveries there I think, but I can't remember. Do you know of any? Katelyn: I can't say for sure, but it is currenly ranked 15th amongst research universitys for medical education. I can only imagine that its contributions to the state of the art continue to be significant. Jared: Oh definitely, a top 20 university is no joke. Did you go to college and if so what did you study? Katelyn: I did. But I didn't attend medical school to become a surgeon or a physician. I'm actually a mechanical engineer.

i own a boat.

A fishing vessel is a boat or ship used to catch fish in the sea, or on a lake or river. Many different kinds of vessels are used in commercial, artisanal and recreational fishing. According to the FAO, there are currently (2004) four million commercial fishing vessels. About 1.3 million of these are decked vessels with enclosed areas. Nearly all of these decked vessels are mechanised, and 40,000 of them are over 100 tons. At the other extreme, two-thirds (1.8 million) of the undecked boats are traditional craft of various types, powered only by sail and oars. These boats are used by artisan fishers. It is difficult to estimate the number of recreational fishing boats. They range in size from small dinghies to large charter cruisers, and unlike commercial fishing vessels, are often not dedicated just to fishing. Prior to the 1950s there was little standardisation of fishing boats. Designs could vary between ports and boatyards. Traditionally boats were built of wood, but wood is not often used now because it has higher maintenance costs and lower durability. Fibreglass is used increasingly in smaller fishing vessels up to 25 metres (100 tons), while steel is usually used on vessels above 25 metres. Isaac: My husband just bought a new boat. Jared: Does he use it to catch fish in the sea or on a lake or river? Isaac: It is a fishing boat. Jared: There are currently over four million commercial fishing boats! Isaac: That's a lot of boats out there. Jared: Yes, suprising considering that before the 1950's, there was little standardisation of fishing boats. Isaac: Why not? That wasn't too long ago. Jared: Well, traditionally boats were built of wood, but now not so much because wood isn't durable. Isaac: That makes sense I guess. Jared: 1.3 of the 4 million fishing vessels used in commercial fishing are decked vessels with enclosed areas. Nice big boats!

my favorite drink is cuba libre.

Rum and Coke, or a Cuba Libre (; , "Free Cuba" libre here an adjective, not a verb), is a highball cocktail consisting of cola, rum, and traditionally lime juice on ice. The cocktail originated in the early 20th century in Cuba, after the country won independence in the Spanish–American War. It quickly became popular across Cuba and in many other countries, and has been one of the world's most popular alcoholic drinks. Traditionally, the cola ingredient is Coca-Cola ("Coke"), and the alcohol is a Cuban light rum such as Bacardi. However, the drink may be made with various types of rums and cola brands, and lime juice may or may not be included. The drink was created in Cuba in the early 1900s, but its exact origins are not known with certainty. It became popular shortly after 1900, when bottled Coca-Cola was first imported into Cuba from the United States. It is associated with the heavy U.S. presence in Cuba following the Spanish–American War of 1898; the drink's traditional name, "Cuba Libre" (Free Cuba), was the slogan of the Cuban independence movement. The Cuba Libre is sometimes said to have been created during the Spanish-American War. However, this predates the first distribution of Coca-Cola to Cuba in 1900. Stephanie: Hey, do you like rum and coke? Kiara: I can't say it's my drink of choice, but I do like it. Stephanie: Most rums are produced in the Caribbean and Latin America. Kiara: I know there are many, many brands of rum available. What are the the most popular? Stephanie: My favourite is spiced rum, Captain Morgan I believe. Most dark rums are typically drunk neat but I like to mix mine with coke. Kiara: I have some Captain Morgan in my liquor cabinet, but rarely drink it. I should probably give it another try. Maybe Diet Coke for me. Stephanie: There's are a lot of artificial sweetners in diet coke. If you mix it with rum, be sure to stir it well as it has a tendency to sit on the top. Kiara: Wow. I didn't know that. Maybe that's why it doesn't taste great. I should stay away from artificial sweeteners if that happens. Thanks for the information.

i prefer iphone over samsung.

iPhone ( ) is a line of smartphones designed and marketed by Apple Inc. They run Apple's iOS mobile operating system. The first-generation iPhone was released on June 29, 2007, and there have been multiple new hardware iterations with new iOS releases since. The user interface is built around the device's multi-touch screen, including a virtual keyboard. The iPhone has Wi-Fi and can connect to cellular networks. An iPhone can shoot video (though this was not a standard feature until the iPhone 3GS), take photos, play music, send and receive email, browse the web, send and receive text messages, follow GPS navigation, record notes, perform mathematical calculations, and receive visual voicemail. Other functionality, such as video games, reference works, and social networking, can be enabled by downloading mobile apps. , Apple's App Store contained more than 2.2 million applications available for the iPhone. Apple has released eleven generations of iPhone models, each accompanied by one of the eleven major releases of the iOS operating system. The original first-generation iPhone was a GSM phone and established design precedents, such as a button placement that has persisted throughout all releases and a screen size maintained for the next four iterations. Adrianna: Do you own the smartphone that Apple puts out - the iPhone? Ariana: I do own an iPhone. I have an iPhone 6. Do you know of Steve Jobs? Adrianna: Yes, I believe he is responsible behind a lot of Apple products. He helped with the iOS. Ariana: The iOS is a good operating system. Maybe you should tell me about iOS? Adrianna: It has the ability for wi-fi and connect to cell networks I have a Droid myself. Ariana: I somehow thought you were looking for a droid. What about the droid do you like? Adrianna: It is sturdy and has good customization as well as made by Motorola with internet. Ariana: I did now know that about Motorola. The internet is a crazy place nowadays. Adrianna: Apparently Lenovo now owns Motorola, and purchased them from Google a few years ago. Ariana: Lenovo makes great laptops as well as phones.

i love adventures like mountain climbing.

The term mountaineering describes the sport of mountain climbing. While some scholars identify mountaineering-related activities as climbing (rock and ice) and trekking up mountains, others are also adding backpacking, hiking, skiing, via ferrata and wilderness activities, and still others state that mountaineering activities also include indoor climbing, sport climbing and bouldering. However most of the scholars, the term mountaineering understand as a climbing (which now refers to adventure climbing or sports climbing) and trekking (hill walking in 'exotic' places). Hiking in the mountains can also be a simple form of mountaineering when it involves scrambling, or short stretches of the more basic grades of rock climbing, as well as crossing glaciers. While mountaineering began as attempts to reach the highest point of unclimbed big mountains it has branched into specializations that address different aspects of the mountain and consists of three (3) areas: rock-craft, snow-craft, and skiing, depending on whether the route chosen is over rock, snow or ice. All require experience, athletic ability, and technical knowledge to maintain safety. Mountaineering is often called Alpinism, especially in European languages, which implies climbing routes with minimal equipment in high and often snow and ice-covered mountains such as the Alps, where technical difficulties frequently exceed environmental and physical challenges. Lindsey: Do you live near any mountainsJ? Audrey: Nearest one is a 40 minute drive away! always fancied going mountaineering, which describes the sport of climbing up mountains Lindsey: I'm surrounded by them and in a rural area. So it's there, might as well use it Audrey: One day before I die Id like to climb mount Everest, Earths highest mountain above sea level! maybe not to the top though.. Lindsey: That does seem to be dangerous sometimes. Mine are lots of trees and different plants and rocks . Good exercise too. Audrey: Yes very dangerous if you dont have the experience, athletic ability or technical knowledge to remain safe. Lindsey: It's too humid right now for me. I prefer the spring and fall Audrey: I wouldnt enjoy the heat either. In Europe, Mountaineering is often called Alpinism when climbing ice covered mountains.

i had two cats growing up.

The domestic cat ("Felis silvestris catus" or "Felis catus") is a small, typically furry, carnivorous mammal. They are often called house cats when kept as indoor pets or simply cats when there is no need to distinguish them from other felids and felines. They are often valued by humans for companionship and for their ability to hunt vermin. There are more than seventy cat breeds recognized by various cat registries. Cats are similar in anatomy to the other felids, with a strong flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp retractable claws, and teeth adapted to killing small prey. Cat senses fit a crepuscular and predatory ecological niche. Cats can hear sounds too faint or too high in frequency for human ears, such as those made by mice and other small animals. They can see in near darkness. Like most other mammals, cats have poorer color vision and a better sense of smell than humans. Cats, despite being solitary hunters, are a social species and cat communication includes the use of a variety of vocalizations (mewing, purring, trilling, hissing, growling, and grunting), as well as cat pheromones and types of cat-specific body language. Cats have a high breeding rate. Under controlled breeding, they can be bred and shown as registered pedigree pets, a hobby known as cat fancy. Jeffrey: I have a couple of cats, but they're pretty shy. Are you a cat or dog person? Miguel: Yes i have 1 house cat and he is lovely. They are often called house cats when kept as indoor pets Jeffrey: My cats are house cats. Though we do have one stray that visits every now and then. Miguel: Cats are so interesting more than people give them credit for. There are more than seventy cat breeds recognized. Jeffrey: No kidding! I never would have guessed there were that many breeds. One of my cats is a Siamese. Miguel: i love Siamese cat's they became one of the most popular breeds in Europe and North America in the 19th century. Jeffrey: They are beautiful. That's interesting that they've been here for so long. Do you know what the oldest breed of cat is? Miguel: Turkish Angoras are a natural breed of cat, originating in Turkey and being documented as early as the 1600s. In fact, Angoras are believed to be the source of the dominant genes for both white coloration and long coats Jeffrey: Wow! They go back a long ways. I'm not sure I've ever seen an Angora cat before. Are there any other unique breeds? Miguel: The Persian cat is a long-haired breed of cat characterized by its round face and short muzzle

i have two dogs.

The domestic dog ("Canis lupus familiaris" or "Canis familiaris") is a member of the genus "Canis" (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated, which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct. The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. New research seems to show that dogs have mutations to equivalent genetic regions in humans where changes are known to trigger high sociability and somewhat reduced intelligence. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet "man's best friend". Mia: I don't like dogs, do you? Alejandro: I like dogs buddy, Its a good pet. It perform many roles for people Mia: what role does buddy performs? Alejandro: It is a good protection for our house and one of my family member. Mia: really, i think dogs are carnivorous in nature but someone it is being tamed, what do you think? Alejandro: It is good assisting for police and military Mia: yes it is, but it is risky to own a dog because of visitors Alejandro: No. If we trained it will be quiet. In olden days it is mainly used for hunting

i like to cook breakfast on sundays.

Breakfast is the first meal of a day, most often eaten in the early morning before undertaking the day's work. The word in English refers to breaking the fasting period of the prior night. There is a strong tendency for one or more "typical", or "traditional", breakfast menus to exist in most places, but the composition of this varies widely from place to place, and has varied over time, so that globally a very wide range of preparations and ingredients are now associated with breakfast. The Old English word for dinner, "disner", means to break a fast, and was the first meal eaten in the day until its meaning shifted in the mid-13th century. It was not until the 15th century that “breakfast” came into use in written English to describe a morning meal, which literally means to break the fasting period of the prior night; in Old English the term was "morgenmete" meaning "morning meal." While breakfast is commonly referred to as "the most important meal of the day", particularly for children, some epidemiological research indicates that having breakfast high in rapidly available carbohydrates increases the risk of metabolic syndrome. Present professional opinion is largely in favor of eating breakfast, but some contest the positive implications of its "most important" status. Jeremy: Breakfast is great, first meal of the day Abraham: I really like a lot of breakfast food but I don't eat breakfast much. Jeremy: Yep, breakfast is great but id rather have lunch in the morning Abraham: Same here, like when I go to McDonalds I'd almost always rather get their lunch menu. Jeremy: the word is english also just means breaking the fasting period. Abraham: Ohh I had no idea that it meant that. Jeremy: if im getting breakfast for my first meal though im getting bacon and eggs Abraham: Bacon and eggs are great, even Eggs Benedict, Jeremy: Yea thats great too. Abraham: Even stuff like waffles and pancakes are delicious too.

i wish i could take back a mistake.

Regret is a negative conscious and emotional reaction to one's personal decision-making, a choice resulting in action or inaction. Regret is related to perceived opportunity. Its intensity varies over time after the decision, in regard to action versus action, and in regard to self-control at a particular age. The self-recrimination which comes with regret is thought to spur corrective action and adaptation. In Western societies adults have the highest regrets regarding choices of their education. Regret has been defined by psychologists in the late 1990´s as a "negative emotion predicated on an upward, self-focused, counterfactual inference". Regret lingers where opportunity existed, with self-blame being a core element to ultimately spur corrective action in decision-making. Another definition is "an aversive emotional state elicited by a discrepancy in the outcome values of chosen vs. unchosen actions". Regret is distinct from disappointment; Both are negative emotional experiences relating to a loss outcome, and both have similar neuronal correlates. However, they differ in regard to feedback about the outcome, comparing the difference between outcomes for the chosen vs. unchosen action; In regret, full feedback occurs and with disappointment partial feedback. Andrew: Regret is a negative conscious and emotionalreaction to a person's decision making (which is a choice resulting in action or inaction) have you ever felt regret? Cheyenne: Yes I have definitely felt regret at times in my life. Do you know more about regret? Andrew: Regret is related to perceived opportunity, something you may be regretful over is something i may cherish. I like that about regret and emotions in general because it means you can change your outlook on it by changing your persective (sometimes, i dont think it will work for everythng). Cheyenne: It's true a perspective change can really help a situation. Do you know a lot about psychology? Andrew: i had a high schools knowledge of psychology but even that has faded away. i loved psychology though especially cognitive psychology! but little fact about regret is in western socities adults have the highest regrets regarding their choice in education, so when making academic decisions choose wisely! Cheyenne: Wow I had no idea, I can understand though since I regret my own education decisions. Can you tell me more about cognitive psychology? Andrew: Cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes like attention, language use, perception, memory, problem solving, creativity, and thinking. It studies the brain very heavily. We learn where the parts of our brain that do what are. It is SO interesting. Cheyenne: How neat, the brain must be so complex. Do you know the regions of the brain very well? Andrew: I do not anymore, i only remember where the cortex and temporal lobe are but not anything else. Im so focused on other stuff haha. But when thinking about regret people try to say it is the same as disappointment but it isnt. Both are negative emotional experiences relating to loss and outcome and both have similar neuronal correlates but they are still different in a way. Cheyenne: Wow I've learned so much from this conversation, thanks for informing me about all this neat stuff.

i love to read.

Reading is a complex "cognitive process" of decoding symbols in order to construct or derive meaning (reading comprehension). Reading is a means of language acquisition, communication, and of sharing information and ideas. Like all languages, it is a complex interaction between the text and the reader which is shaped by the reader’s prior knowledge, experiences, attitude, and language community which is culturally and socially situated. The reading process requires continuous practice, development, and refinement. In addition, reading requires creativity and critical analysis. Consumers of literature make ventures with each piece, innately deviating from literal words to create images that make sense to them in the unfamiliar places the texts describe. Because reading is such a complex process, it cannot be controlled or restricted to one or two interpretations. There are no concrete laws in reading, but rather allows readers an escape to produce their own products introspectively. This promotes deep exploration of texts during interpretation. Readers use a variety of reading strategies to assist with decoding (to translate symbols into sounds or visual representations of speech) and comprehension. Vincent: I love to read? How about you? I find it's such a fascinating "cognitive process" of deriving meaning from the decoded symbols. Sofia: Yes, I read daily. I do not have cable so reading is what I do when bored. I'm in the middle of two books right now. Vincent: That's actually really great. It's very good at acquiring language and sharing information. What books are you reading? Sofia: Currently I am in the middle of The Road and The Sun Also Rises. Do you have a favorite book? Vincent: Hm... The Sun Also Rises, is that the same at the Vampire Diaries TV series? Or something completely different? Sofia: No it's a classic by Ernest Hemingway. It's about about a group of American and British expatriates who travel from Paris to the Festival of San Fermín in Pamplona to watch the running of the bulls and the bullfights. Vincent: Oh okay! I got them mixed up. Hemingway, the American novelist and short story writer. It the book long? Sofia: No really maybe 500 pages. He is my favorite. He has a beautiful style of writing.

i work at a museum.

A museum ( ; plural musea or museums) is an institution that cares for (conserves) a collection of artifacts and other objects of artistic, cultural, historical, or scientific importance. Many public museums make these items available for public viewing through exhibits that may be permanent or temporary. The largest museums are located in major cities throughout the world, while thousands of local museums exist in smaller cities, towns and rural areas. Museums have varying aims, ranging from serving researchers and specialists to serving the general public. The goal of serving researchers is increasingly shifting to serving the general public. There are many types of museums, including art museums, natural history museums, science museums, war museums, and children's museums. Amongst the world's largest and most visited museums are the Louvre in Paris, the National Museum of China in Beijing, the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., the British Museum in London, the National Gallery in London, and Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. As of the 2010s, the continuing acceleration in the digitization of information, combined with the increasing capacity of digital information storage, is causing the traditional model of museums (i.e. Anthony: Museums are cool but i dont go to them Wyatt: Yeah I don't go to many museums, I like artifacts though. Anthony: Yea there are so many types of museums though. Wyatt: Yeah, there are historical, artistic, and scientific museums. Anthony: Yep and they all have different purposes Wyatt: Exactly, they can teach you about cultural, historical, and artistic topics. Anthony: Yea id like to visit one sometime Wyatt: Same here, I could use some learning about science and even seeing some cool artifacts.

i like playing video games.

Xbox is a video gaming brand created and owned by Microsoft. It represents a series of video game consoles developed by Microsoft, with three consoles released in the sixth, seventh and eighth generations respectively. The brand also represents applications (games), streaming services, and an online service by the name of Xbox Live. The brand was first introduced in the United States in November 2001, with the launch of the original Xbox console. That original device was the first video game console offered by an American company after the Atari Jaguar stopped sales in 1996. It reached over 24 million units sold as of May 2006. Microsoft's second console, the Xbox 360, was released in 2005 and has sold over 77.2 million consoles worldwide as of April 2013. The successor to the Xbox 360 and Microsoft's most recent console, the Xbox One, was revealed in May 2013. The Xbox One has been released in 21 markets in total, with a Chinese release in September 2014. The head of Xbox is Phil Spencer, who succeeded former head Marc Whitten in late March 2014. The original Xbox was released on November 15, 2001, in North America, February 22, 2002, in Japan, and March 14, 2002, in Australia and Europe. Destiny: I am starting an unhealthy addiction with my Xbox lol. Anything owned by Microsoft, I trust. You a gamer? Lindsey: Yeah I like to play video games. Destiny: So you are a gamer? I'm trying to get there myself. Some of the games are tough to figure out but I have to show my son up. I need to keep practicing, my son practices... well, his whole summer on it lol. Lindsey: Yeah I'm a gamer, but I mostly play PC games. Destiny: That's cool too. I know that PC Gamer review are written by magazine editors and free-lance writers so it's a big thing Lindsey: Oh yeah they write pretty mediocre stuff a lot though. Destiny: I was always a Play Station fan until 2013, when they released the Xbox One. Fortnite is amazing Lindsey: I've never played it before, but it is wildly popular. Destiny: Yep... Microsoft has done a great thing making the Xbox. Makes me with I would of tried it out with the 360 and all the others. I am just brand loyal and stuck with my Play Station (still have those) Lindsey: That's fair. This is so much info that I really can't digest it haha, you should say less at once.

i have never kissed a woman.

In English informal speech, a French kiss, also known as a deep kiss, is an amorous kiss in which the participants' tongues extend to touch each other's lips or tongue. A "kiss with the tongue" stimulates the partner's lips, tongue and mouth, which are sensitive to the touch and induce physiological sexual arousal. The oral zone is one of the principal erogenous zones of the body. The implication is of a slow, passionate kiss which is considered intimate, romantic, erotic or sexual. Actually, the sensation when two tongues touch, also known as "tongue touching", has been proven to stimulate endorphin release and reduce acute stress levels. A French kiss is so called because at the beginning of the 20th century, in the English-speaking world, the French had acquired a reputation for more adventurous and passionate sex practices. In France, it is referred to as "un baiser amoureux" ("a lover's kiss") or "un baiser avec la langue" ("a kiss with the tongue"), even if in past times it was also known as "baiser Florentin" ("Florentine kiss"). The Petit Robert 2014 French dictionary, released on May 30, 2013, added the French verb "se galocher" — slang for kissing with tongues — making it the first time a single word described the practice (except in Quebec, where the verb "frencher" means French kissing; Australia, where the term "pash" is used; the English verb ”shift” is used in casual conversation in Ireland; the German verb "knutschen"; the Italian verbs "limonare" and "pomiciare"; and the Hungarian verb "megcsókol/csókolózik"). Jose: I've never given my wife a French Kiss and she still married me with out any tongue sugar. Alejandro: A french kiss is a great way to arouse her however by stimulating her lips mouth and tongue Jose: But what about bad breath? Bad breath is a big turn off! Alejandro: Yes halitosis is a real problem when kissing, but sometimes breath mints or brushing your teeth can help with the odor Jose: It's my my breath it's hers. Should I just wait until she come at me with a kissy face and throw a tic tack in her mouth? Alejandro: Tic tacs can help but i would recommend you encourage her to practice good oral hygiene instead Jose: I've been trying but telling my wife she has bad hygiene is a good way to get my self in trouble. But people have been French Kissing for ever I want to try it. Alejandro: Just get in the habit of always eating tic tacs yourself regularly and offering her some! The little boxes are easy to carry Jose: Thanks, I'll try that. Alejandro: Yes there are many flavors of tic-tacs - surely she will like some! It is funny however that in some countries they color the box instead of the mints

i love dogs and cats.

A pet or companion animal is an animal kept primarily for a person's company, protection, or entertainment rather than as a working animal, livestock, or laboratory animal. Popular pets are often noted for their attractive appearances and their loyal or playful personalities. Pets provide their owners (or guardians) both physical and emotional benefits. Walking a dog can supply both the human and pet with exercise, fresh air, and social interaction. Pets can give companionship to elderly adults who do not have adequate social interaction with other people, as well as to other people who are living alone. There is a medically approved class of therapy animals, mostly dogs or cats, that are brought to visit confined humans, such as children in hospitals or elders in nursing homes. Pet therapy utilizes trained animals and handlers to achieve specific physical, social, cognitive, and emotional goals with patients. Some of the most popular pets are likely dogs and cats; other animals commonly kept may include (but are not limited to) pigs, ferrets, and rabbits; rodents such as gerbils, hamsters, chinchillas, rats, and guinea pigs; avian pets, such as parrots, passerines, and fowl; reptile pets, such as turtles, lizards and snakes; aquatic pets, such as fish, freshwater and saltwater snails, and frogs; arthropod pets, such as tarantulas and hermit crabs. Alana: I really miss my pet dog back home. Do you have any pets? Manuel: I have a cat, A pet or companion animal is an animal kept primarily for a person's company Alana: I see, yes my dog is my favorite companion for long road trips. He loves listening to jazz. Manuel: That is nice, Popular pets are often noted for their attractive appearances Alana: Well my poodle has won quite a few beauty contests. He is very attractive. Manuel: That is good they give both physical and emotional benefits Alana: Totally, my dog is my biggest stress relief during exams Manuel: Do you ever go walking? Walking a dog can supply both the human and pet with exercise Alana: Yes! I used to go to the dog park daily because it makes my dog happy Manuel: They are great for older people, Pets can give companionship to elderly adults who do not have adequate social interaction

i have a pet snake.

Snakes are elongated, legless, carnivorous reptiles of the suborder Serpentes. Like all squamates, snakes are ectothermic, amniote vertebrates covered in overlapping scales. Many species of snakes have skulls with several more joints than their lizard ancestors, enabling them to swallow prey much larger than their heads with their highly mobile jaws. To accommodate their narrow bodies, snakes' paired organs (such as kidneys) appear one in front of the other instead of side by side, and most have only one functional lung. Some species retain a pelvic girdle with a pair of vestigial claws on either side of the cloaca. Lizards have evolved elongate bodies without limbs or with greatly reduced limbs about twenty five times indepenently via convergent evolution, leading to many lineages of legless lizards. Legless lizards resemble snakes, but several common groups of legless lizards have eyelids and external ears, which snakes lack, although this rule is not universal (see Amphisbaenia, Dibamidae, and Pygopodidae). Living snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica, and on most smaller land masses; exceptions include some large islands, such as Ireland, Iceland, Greenland, the Hawaiian archipelago, and the islands of New Zealand, and many small islands of the Atlantic and central Pacific oceans. Brittany: I'm thinking about getting a pet snake and I'm trying to do some research first. Do you know much about snakes? Ethan: I know a little bit about them, yeah! Their skulls have a huge number of joints that allow them to open their mouths wide to eat their food Brittany: Really? I guess that's how they eat such big animals! Do you know which kind of snake is best as a pet? Ethan: Yeah definitely! I would say a corn snake. Pretty narrow body, small, cute, and a nice pretty orange color. Brittany: Interesting! I've never heard of a corn snake! Do you know what they eat? Ethan: Well you want small prey, because they like to constrict. Small mice, lizards, the occasional frog, all good choices! Brittany: Great thanks! What else should I know about snakes before I choose one as a pet? Ethan: You will be known as "that snake person," so you better be prepared to answer the same questions every single time you bring them up, lol. Brittany: Well, I guess that's better than a crazy cat lady! Ha! What type of habitat would I need for my snake? Ethan: Aw, I'm sure you're not romance-challenged like that! My advice would be to get an appropriately sized terrarium. Sand, rocks, etc.

i have 10 years experience in our industry , yet she gets promoted.

Wage slavery is a pejorative term used to draw an analogy between slavery and wage labor by focusing on similarities between owning and renting a person. It is usually used to refer to a situation where a person's livelihood depends on wages or a salary, especially when the dependence is total and immediate. The term "wage slavery" has been used to criticize exploitation of labour and social stratification, with the former seen primarily as unequal bargaining power between labor and capital (particularly when workers are paid comparatively low wages, e.g. in sweatshops), and the latter as a lack of workers' self-management, fulfilling job choices, and leisure in an economy. The criticism of social stratification covers a wider range of employment choices bound by the pressures of a hierarchical society to perform otherwise unfulfilling work that deprives humans of their "species character" not only under threat of starvation or poverty, but also of social stigma and status diminution. Similarities between wage labor and slavery were noted as early as Cicero in Ancient Rome. With the advent of the industrial revolution, thinkers such as Proudhon and Marx elaborated the comparison between wage labor and slavery, while Luddites emphasized the dehumanization brought about by machines. Cassidy: I've been with my company for ten years but someone else got my promotion. That's messed up. Jaden: It certainly is. Wage slavery is not a pleasant thing to experience. Your livelihood depends on your wages and job. Cassidy: Exactly! I told my boss that and he didn't care. I can't afford to live on what I make now! I haven't had a raise in 5 years! Jaden: It's exploitation of labor. With unions being gutted, bargaining power between management and workers has become unequal. Cassidy: I wish we had a union where I work. Maybe I could check into joining one. Jaden: The whole point of unions is to eradicate the inequality of bargaining between the concerned parties, especially as regards corporations. Cassidy: That's just what we need at my workplace. It seems like we just keep missing out on more and more. Jaden: You're not alone, unfortunately. The concept of wage labor and slave labor goes back as far as Cicero in Ancient Rome! Cassidy: Oh wow, I didn't know that! So that makes me feel a little bit better about it I guess since there's probably been billions upon billions of people who have went through the same thing I'm going through. Jaden: Absolutely, and there's disagreement on what has dehumanized the work place. Many, Many years ago some thinkers compared wage slavery and labor. Whereas others blamed dehumanization with the advent of machines! Sound familiar??

i like to work out at the gym to christian electronic dance music.

Ecstatic Dance is a free form dance event loosely based on Gabrielle Roth’s "5Rhythms" guided dance practice. The general term "ecstatic dance" is used to describe transcendental and sacred dance, and other practices of movement meditation. Ecstatic Dance events are differentiated by being a "talk free space" and by featuring a live DJ, and electronic dance music (EDM) amongst various musical genres, with little to no direction from Facilitators to what ways community members should dance. The events are inclusive of all ages and are drug and alcohol free. Ecstatic Dance is used to describe "intentional" dance events all over the world. There is no single format or guidelines that all events called Ecstatic Dance adhere to. The term "Ecstatic Dance" was first used to describe this particular dance Format in 2001. The founder, Max Fathom, was a volunteer at Kalani Honua, in Puna on the Big Island of Hawaii. Ecstatic Dance at Kalani was a "Community hosted" event until 2009. Originally, it was spelled "Ex-Static Dance" and eventually was known by either spelling as the same event. In 2005, Gabrielle Roth’s 5Rhythms™ guided dance practice was released as a video series titled, The Ecstatic Dance. Genesis: I do free form dancing also known as ecstatic dancing at the gym. Morgan: I have never heard of that. What does it consist of? Genesis: Well it's based on Gabrielle Roth’s "5Rhythms" guide. Are you familiar with her as an author? Morgan: I am not! Can you tell me more? Genesis: Well she is the founder of an experimental theatre company, author of three books, and she is in a band called the mirrors. Morgan: Oh that sounds interesting! I may have to check out some of her work! Genesis: You definitely should, their are a lot of teachers who currently use her 5 rhythms approach in their work. Morgan: I am very interested in this ecstatic dancing, and I've never even heard of it before today! Genesis: Well ecstatic dance events feature a DJ and EDM music. There is no guidelines from facilitators. You are free to dance as you please. Morgan: I absolutely love EDM music!

i play basketball.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a men's professional basketball league in North America; composed of 30 teams (29 in the United States and 1 in Canada). It is widely considered to be the premier men's professional basketball league in the world. The NBA is an active member of USA Basketball (USAB), which is recognized by FIBA (also known as the International Basketball Federation) as the national governing body for basketball in the United States. The NBA is one of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. NBA players are the world's best paid athletes by average annual salary per player. The league was founded in New York City on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA). The league adopted the name National Basketball Association on August 3, 1949, after merging with the competing National Basketball League (NBL). The league's several international as well as individual team offices are directed out of its head offices located in the Olympic Tower at 645 Fifth Avenue in New York, NY. NBA Entertainment and NBA TV studios are directed out of offices located in Secaucus, New Jersey. The Basketball Association of America was founded in 1946 by owners of the major ice hockey arenas in the Northeastern and Midwestern United States and Canada. Eric: I'm a huge fan of the NBA. It's my favorite of the four major pro sports in North America. Anna: I am not such a big fan of the NBA, though I don't hate it. I'm a baseball fan. But it's been fun watching the finals of the NBA this year. Eric: Bu the Finals start tonight... Anyway, I would've preferred is the Boston Celtics made the Finals instead of the Cavs. Anna: LOL - Oh, I guess the semi finals! I like the Celtics, though I'm excited to see leBron play. Eric: Yea, I like to see LeBron play, too. Even when everyone hated him on the Heat and they won those championships in 2012 and 2013. Anna: He'll never be Michael Jordan (well, maybe close) but he's fun to watch! Eric: Oh, dude, please. Jordan is so overrated. Pippen was the heart and soul of those championship Bulls teams! Anna: While I like Scottie, I think Michael J achieved his status on his own merit. He's probably over-rated, but I really like the guy. Eric: He was over-marketed, and while he definitely popularized the NBA, he was a bad human being. Degenerate gambler, abusive, etc.