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i like country music.

Country (or country and western) is a musical genre that originated in the southern United States in the early 1920s. It takes its roots from genres such as folk music (especially Appalachian folk music) and blues. Country music often consists of ballads and dance tunes with generally simple forms, folk lyric and harmonies accompanied by mostly string instruments such as banjos, electric and acoustic guitars, steel guitars (such as pedal steels and dobros), and fiddles as well as harmonicas. Blues modes have been used extensively throughout its recorded history. According to Lindsey Starnes, the term "country music" gained popularity in the 1940s in preference to the earlier term "hillbilly music"; it came to encompass Western music, which evolved parallel to hillbilly music from similar roots, in the mid-20th century. In 2009, in the United States country music was the most listened to rush hour radio genre during the evening commute, and second most popular in the morning commute. The term "country music" is used today to describe many styles and subgenres. The origins of country music are the folk music of working class Americans, who blended popular songs, Irish and Celtic fiddle tunes, traditional English ballads, and cowboy songs, and various musical traditions from European immigrant communities. Joshua: I really enjoy listening to country music. It's a musical genre that started out in the south U.S. in the 1920's. Taylor: once in awhile i like to listen to country music Joshua: It's roots come from folk music, especially Appalachian folk music) and from blues. Taylor: its a very american type music Joshua: In 2009, the most listened to genre during rush hour traffic was country music. It was also popular during the morning commute. Taylor: i can see that, the music is very consistent while pop and rock changes over time Joshua: That's very true! It often consists of dance tunes and ballads with generally a simple form. They are string instruments too like banjos, electric guitars, and steel guitars. Taylor: i enjoy more the instrumental type country music than the others

i like to be outdoors.

Wilderness or wildland is a natural environment on Earth that has not been significantly modified by human activity. It may also be defined as: "The most intact, undisturbed wild natural areas left on our planet—those last truly wild places that humans do not control and have not developed with roads, pipelines or other industrial infrastructure." The term is usually limited to terrestrial environments, though the seas and outer space also are little developed by people. Recent maps of wilderness suggest it covers roughly one quarter of Earth's terrestrial surface, but is being rapidly degraded by human activity. Some governments establish them by law or administrative acts, usually in land tracts that have not been modified by human action in great measure. The main feature of them is that human motorized activity is significantly restricted. These actions seek not only to preserve what already exists, but also to promote and advance a natural expression and development. Wilderness areas can be found in preserves, conservation preserves, National Forests, National Parks and even in urban areas along rivers, gulches or otherwise undeveloped areas. These areas are considered important for the survival of certain species, biodiversity, ecological studies, conservation, solitude, and recreation. Ella: I just love the outdoors and wilderness, the fresh air and the beautiful sounds. Kylie: Me too. I love being in an environment that has not been modified by human activity. Ella: It is just so pure and tranquil but can also be dangerous. Kylie: for sure. it is very important for the survival of certain species. Ella: Yes like the human species using hunting and gathering for survival. Kylie: yep. luckily within the wilderness, human activity is very restricted Ella: Yep but we can not forget that is where our ancestors began. Kylie: recent maps show that it covers one quarter of the earth's surface Ella: that is amazing, I would love to live in those areas. Kylie: Me too. I'd love to live in a national park

i love bruno mars.

Peter Gene Hernandez (born October 8, 1985), known professionally as Bruno Mars, is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, and choreographer. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, by a family of musicians, Mars began making music at a young age and performed in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood. He graduated from high school and moved to Los Angeles to pursue a musical career. After being dropped by Motown Records, Mars signed a recording contract with Atlantic Records in 2009. In 2009, he co-founded the production team The Smeezingtons, responsible for the singles "Nothin' on You" by B.o.B and "Billionaire" by Travie McCoy. He featured on the hooks for both singles, becoming recognized as a solo artist. His debut studio album "Doo-Wops & Hooligans" (2010) included the international and U.S "Billboard" Hot 100 number one singles "Just the Way You Are" and "Grenade", as well as the number-four single "The Lazy Song". Mars' second album, "Unorthodox Jukebox" (2012), was number one in the United States. Its singles "Locked Out of Heaven" and "When I Was Your Man" reached number one in the US, while "Treasure" became a number-five single. Ayden: Bruno Mars, an American singer was born as Peter Gene Hernandez. He also writes songs and is a record producer. Jasmine: Oh wow I thought that was his real name. Ayden: Me too! lol He was born in Hawaii into a family of musicians. He started making music when he was quite young and he also started performing as a child. Jasmine: When did he become popular? Ayden: In 2010, his debut album "Doo Wops & Hooligans" had many singles which made the top 100. Jasmine: I remember that album! It was really good. Which label is he signed with? Ayden: He was dropped by Motown records and then he received a contract with Atlantic records in 2009. Jasmine: Has he made any songs recently? I feel like I haven't heard from him in a while. Ayden: The last album I believe was Unorthodox Jukebox in 2012 and was number 1 in the United States. Jasmine: Oh interesting! Do you have a favorite song?

going snorkeling is my favorite thing to do.

Snorkeling (British and Commonwealth English spelling: snorkelling) is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped breathing tube called a snorkel, and usually swimfins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be worn. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods with relatively little effort and to breathe while face-down at the surface. Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical resort locations. The primary appeal is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment and training required for scuba diving. It appeals to all ages because of how little effort there is, and without the exhaled bubbles of scuba-diving equipment. It is the basis of the two surface disciplines of the underwater sport of finswimming. Snorkeling is also used by scuba divers when on the surface, in underwater sports such as underwater hockey and underwater rugby, and as part of water-based searches conducted by search and rescue teams. Snorkeling is mentioned by Aristotle in his "Parts of Animals". He refers to divers using "instruments for respiration" resembling the elephant's trunk. Owen: Snorkeling is probably one of my favorite recreational activities to do! Thomas: I have never snorkled before. Can you tell me more about it? Owen: Definitely! To start, you'll need a diving mask and a breathing tube, called a snorkel. You may even want a wetsuit. Thomas: When did snorkeling become popular? Has it been around a long time? Owen: I'm actually not sure, but snorkeling has been mentioned by Aristotle, so at the very least, it goes back to Aristotle's time. Thomas: Wow, that is pretty far back. What else interesting do you know about the activity? Owen: Well, the nice thing about snorkeling is that it gives you the opportunity to view underwater life without using expensive scuba gear. Thomas: I would imagine it is much cheaper than scuba. Does it take a lot of training? Owen: It doesn't need particular training, but it's good to know how to swim well. Thomas: I would imagine. I bet it is a very fun activity to do

i like lightning mcqueen.

Lightning McQueen, typically referred to by his surname McQueen, is an anthropomorphic stock car in the animated Pixar film "Cars" (2006), its sequels "Cars 2" (2011), "Cars 3" (2017), and TV shorts known as "Cars Toons." The character is not named after actor and race driver Steve McQueen, but actually Pixar animator Glenn McQueen, who died in 2002. His design is inspired by a stock car and "a more curvaceous Le Mans endurance racer," with "some Lola and some Ford GT40." During the scene where he helps restore Radiator Springs to its 1950s heyday, he is painted much like a 1950's Chevrolet Corvette C1, once again hinting at his Corvette lineage. His number was originally set to be 57, Lasseter's birth year, but was changed to 95, the release year of Pixar's first film "Toy Story". During the initial research for the first film, John Lasseter met with General Motors designers to discuss the new Corvette design but subsequent changes to the storyline left both Lightning McQueen and rivals Chick Hicks ("Cars") and Bobby Swift, Brick Yardley, Cal Weathers and Jackson Storm ("Cars 3") as generic. In order to create a cocky but likable character for McQueen, Pixar looked at sports figures like boxer Muhammad Ali, basketball player Charles Barkley, and football quarterback Joe Namath, as well as rap and rock singer Kid Rock. Bryan: I dont care much for the movie cars or lightning mcqueen Katie: Why not? Lightning McQueen is awesome! The character in the Cars movie is named after Glenn McQueen, a Pixar animator who died. Bryan: oh thats sad but also nice of them to do that. Katie: Yes I think so too, it's even more special because the Cars movie in May 2006 was the final movie independently produced by Pixar before Disney bought them out. Bryan: Oh wow really? I didnt realize it wasnt disney or that old Katie: Oh yes, Pixar is very old and were actually an independent animation studio before Disney came along. They began in 1979. Bryan: theyve done a very good job making movies in the past Katie: Definitely, as stated before, Cars might be my favorite, mainly because the main character, Lightning McQueen is a cocky but likable character. Bryan: understanble though im not a huge disney/pixar fan tho they have some good movies Katie: I understand that, they have produced many movies over the years that have been highly regarded and an entire generation of children have grown up watching them.

i am a carnivore.

This is a list of chicken dishes. Chicken is the most common type of poultry in the world, and was one of the first domesticated animals. Chicken is a major worldwide source of meat and eggs for human consumption. It is prepared as food in a wide variety of ways, varying by region and culture. The prevalence of chickens is due to almost the entire chicken being edible, and the ease of raising them. Chicken as a meat has been depicted in Babylonian carvings from around 600 BC. Chicken was one of the most common meats available in the Middle Ages. It was eaten over most of the Eastern hemisphere and a number of different kinds of chicken such as capons, pullets and hens were eaten. It was one of the basic ingredients in the so-called white dish, a stew usually consisting of chicken and fried onions cooked in milk and seasoned with spices and sugar. Evan: Good afternoon! I sure do love chicken dishes Tyler: I do too! Chicken is the most common kind of poultry. Evan: I agree! I like it better then Turkey for sure Tyler: Poulty also includes piegons too, can you imagine eating pigeon? Evan: I didn't know that! I cannot imagine eating pigeon though. Tyler: Me either. I do like pigeon racing though. its and exciting sport. Evan: I've never heard of pigeon racing! What is it? Tyler: Its where you release specialy trained pigeons and keep their time over a determined distance. Evan: How about that! I didn't know Tyler: It requires a special breed of pigeon the Racing Homer.

i like cartoons.

Family Guy is an American animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The series centers on the Griffins, a family consisting of parents Peter and Lois; their children, Meg, Chris, and Stewie; and their anthropomorphic pet dog, Brian. The show is set in the fictional city of Quahog, Rhode Island, and exhibits much of its humor in the form of metafictional cutaway gags that often lampoon American culture. The family was conceived by MacFarlane after developing two animated films, "The Life of Larry" and "Larry & Steve". MacFarlane redesigned the films' protagonist, Larry, and his dog, Steve, and renamed them Peter and Brian, respectively. MacFarlane pitched a seven-minute pilot to Fox in 1998, and the show was greenlit and began production. Shortly after the third season of "Family Guy" had aired in 2002, Fox canceled the series with one episode left unaired. Adult Swim aired that episode in 2003, finishing the series' original run. However, favorable DVD sales and high ratings for syndicated reruns on Adult Swim convinced the network to renew the show in 2004 for a fourth season, which began airing on May 1, 2005. Since its debut on January 31, 1999, episodes of "Family Guy" have been broadcast. Sabrina: I love Family Guy that Stewie know he is a character lol. Reagan: It is a great show! it was created by Seth MacFarlane. Sabrina: There is also other writers of the show Alex Borstein and Mike Henry do you watch it often? Reagan: I do! I have always enjoyed the show. The show is set in the fictional city of Quahog, Rhode Island. Sabrina: Is some of the stores or the bar they hang out at a real spot in Rhode Island? Reagan: I think so actually. If I recall the family is Peter and Lois; their children, Meg, Chris, and Stewie. Sabrina: Yes those are all of them did you know they made a separate show for the neighbor a show called The Cleveland Show. Reagan: And to think that all came from a that MacFarlane pitched a seven-minute pilot to Fox in 1998 Sabrina: I never heard of that shoe what is it about? Reagan: Well it was originally called The Life of Larry and was only 7 minutes long.

i love to knit and crochet.

Knitting is a method by which yarn is manipulated to create a textile or fabric for use in many types of garments. Knitting creates multiple loops of yarn, called stitches, in a line or tube. Knitting has multiple active stitches on the needle at one time. Knitted fabric consists of a number of consecutive rows of intermeshing of loops. As each row progresses, a newly created loop is pulled through one or more loops from the prior row, placed on the gaining needle, and the loops from the prior row are then pulled off the other needle. Knitting may be done by hand or by using a machine. Different types of yarns (fibre type, texture, and twist), needle sizes, and stitch types may be used to achieve knitted fabrics with different properties (color, texture, weight, heat retention, look, water resistance, and/or integrity). Like weaving, knitting is a technique for producing a two-dimensional fabric made from a one-dimensional yarn or thread. In weaving, threads are always straight, running parallel either lengthwise (warp threads) or crosswise (weft threads). By contrast, the yarn in knitted fabrics follows a meandering path (a "course"), forming symmetric loops (also called bights) symmetrically above and below the mean path of the yarn. Elias: I really enjoy knitting! I use yarn to create fabrics and textiles! Angela: Awe that sounds fascinating, I have always loved knitted projects and have actually been considering starting. Can you tell me more? Elias: Sure! In knitting, you create multiple loops of yarn called stitches. While you're knitting, it can become difficult because you have multiple stitches on your needle. Angela: Oh what? This sounds awesome. Is it pretty easy? Elias: Once you get used to it, it is! It's basically just creating row after row of intermeshing loops. Knitting can be relaxing! Angela: I wish I could see a photo of your projects, I am way into sewing so this sounds like more fun that I can handle lol. How long have people been doing this anyway, do you know? Elias: A very long time! The word knit is derived from the Dutch verb knutten and the Old English term cnyttan, which means to knot. So there's definitely a lot of history in knitting! Angela: No way... This floors me. I'll be honest, I thought it could be an older activity but no way this old. Thank you for all this info, I'm excited Elias: It's really a lot of fun! I think you'll love it! If you have a hard time knitting by hand, there are also machines that will knit for you! Angela: Yes! I am positive now that I am going to do this. That's what I love about my sewing machine. It does it for me and I can still be creative, just have everything perfectly stitched. If I can knit like this, I am totally signing up

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"". Daniel: I am super excited that its almost Tuesday, I take yoga class on tuesdays. Trinity: What type of yoga is it? I am familiar with both Hatha and Rāja yoga. Daniel: Right now I am doing hot yoga, but I am interested in trying new stuff too Trinity: Have you tried TriBalance Hot Yoga? It integrates several styles of yoga. Daniel: I have not, I am a pretty new beginner, but I am enjoying it so far. I am learning a lot. Trying to perfect the poses Trinity: I think you should try it. One of the types of yoga it integrates is called Yin yoga, which I think everyone should try. Daniel: I will definitely look that up. I like some simple poses like bridge and downward dog, they hep my back a lot Trinity: Yin yoga is slow paced and meditative. It can help with relaxation as well as with flexibility. If you have back problems it might be a good fit. Daniel: That sounds like a perfect suggestion! Ill have to find a place in my area. Maybe ill ask around on Tuesday. Trinity: Sounds like a great idea. Hope you find something that works.

my mom is a cancer survivor.

Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. These contrast with benign tumors, which do not spread to other parts of the body. Possible signs and symptoms include a lump, abnormal bleeding, prolonged cough, unexplained weight loss, and a change in bowel movements. While these symptoms may indicate cancer, they may have other causes. Over 100 types of cancers affect humans. Tobacco use is the cause of about 22% of cancer deaths. Another 10% are due to obesity, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and excessive drinking of alcohol. Other factors include certain infections, exposure to ionizing radiation and environmental pollutants. In the developing world nearly 20% of cancers are due to infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human papillomavirus infection. These factors act, at least partly, by changing the genes of a cell. Typically many genetic changes are required before cancer develops. Approximately 5–10% of cancers are due to inherited genetic defects from a person's parents. Cancer can be detected by certain signs and symptoms or screening tests. It is then typically further investigated by medical imaging and confirmed by biopsy. Devon: My mom is a cancer survivor, im really proud of her, do you know somebody with cancer? Bianca: I m so glad your mother is alright and a survivor. A good friend of mine's 15 year old daughter is battling throat cancer right now. Devon: Omg thats so sad, she is really young, i hope that they find the cure someday, the sooner the better, cancer is a growing problem for humanity! Bianca: Yes it is and I hope so too! They found hers through the symptom of a lump or sore that did not heal. Devon: I feel sad even talking about that, i hope her fast recovery, and im certant that she will win the battle! The most important thing is never to give up! Bianca: Thank you so much for those wishes! Absolutely it is a battle we must all win. Devon: Yes, cannabis helped my mother during chemotherapy, maybe your friend can try something like that Bianca: Good point I bet oil or plant may give her some relief. I wonder a lot if inherited genetic defects from a person's parents caused this, since she is so young with no bad habits.

i have a poodle named nanette.

The poodle is a group of formal dog breeds, the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle. The origins of the poodles are still discussed with a dispute over whether the poodle descends from the old French Barbet breed or from Germany as a type of water dog. Ranked second most intelligent dog breed just behind the Border Collie, the poodle is skillful in many dog sports and activities, including agility, obedience, tracking to herding, circus performers or assistance dogs. Poodles have taken top honors in many conformation shows, including "Best in Show" at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1991 and 2002, and at the World Dog Show in 2007 and 2010. Toy Poodles won "Best in Show" at Crufts in 1966 and 1982. Standard Poodles achieved the award in 1955, 1985, 2002 and 2014. The 2002 winner came from Norway and was the first overseas exhibit to win the Crufts best in show award. The origin of the poodle is disputed. "Encyclopædia Britannica" traces the origin of the poodle in Germany where it was known as the "Pudelhund". The word "Pudel" is derived from the Low German verb meaning "to splash about", and the word "Hund" (dog). The Fédération Cynologique Internationale holds that the poodles descends from the French dog Barbet and might have been crossed with the Hungarian water dog. Elizabeth: I love my dog! She's a cute Poodle named Nanette. Jessica: Wow, neat! Poodles are so cute. And 'poodle' is such a funny word. Elizabeth: I think so too. I wonder where the name Poodle actually comes from. Jessica: I think I've heard before that poodles were popular in Germany, and their name has to do with splashing around. Maybe they're good swimmers? Elizabeth: Oh yeah mine likes swimming so that might be it. I didn't know they were popular in Germany. Jessica: They are! No one really knows where they came from, but most people think that they originated either in French or Germany. Either way, that's a dog of culture! Elizabeth: I think Poodles were considered to be somewhat of an "Elite" dog kind for the rich. Jessica: They definitely have a reputation for being posh dogs, don't they? Historically, poodles win a lot of dog shows, including the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Explains the reputation.

i have a dog.

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". Antonio: Dogs are such great animals! I have one, a golden retriever named Blue who is 4 years old. Catherine: Wow, I want a golden retriever too because they are so easy to train. Antonio: Yes they are good dogs. They would not make good guard dogs because if an intruder breaks in, they would want to play with them! Catherine: I agree, they're so cute. They also make good hunting buddies because they can retrieve shot game undamaged. Antonio: Yup, that is due to their soft mouth. They can also hold an egg in their mouths without breaking it! Catherine: That's awesome! I love their long beautiful coats. It helps them repel water. Antonio: So do I, one side effect though is that they shed loads of fur that gets on everything. Catherine: I can only imagine, but their influence on mankind has earned them the reputation of "man's best friend". Antonio: Yep, we have had relationship with them for thousands of years, so their behavior is ingrained in them through evolution over the years. Catherine: Dogs perform so many roles for us like providing therapy and companionship. We really don't deserve them.

my dad is very strict with his kids.

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." Kaitlyn: I worry sometimes that because my parents weren't great at parenting, that I won't be either. Edwin: You can parent different than they did. I had some problems with how I was parented and try to do different but some things creep in. Kaitlyn: I will certainly try. I just wonder if there are things hardwired into me that I won't discover until I have kids myself. Edwin: If you take the basic cares of a child you are already on your way to being a good parent, according to English pediatrician Donald Winnicott. Kaitlyn: Have you read parenting books or anything written by him? Edwin: He wrote over 200 papers. I have read his book "Playing and Reality". Kaitlyn: Was it purely because he piqued your curiosity or were you taking a class or something? Edwin: I took a child psychology class for my college major.

i enjoy magic the gathering , it is a card game.

Magic: The Gathering is a trading card game and a digital collectible card game. It was created by Richard Garfield. First published in 1993 by Wizards of the Coast, "Magic" was the first trading card game created and it continues to thrive, with approximately twenty million players . "Magic" can be played by two or more players in various formats, which fall into two categories: constructed and limited. Limited formats involve players building a deck spontaneously out of a pool of random cards with a minimum deck size of 40 cards. The other major category of formats is constructed. In constructed, players created decks from cards they own, usually 60 cards with no more than 4 of any given card. "Magic" is played in person with printed cards, or using a deck of virtual cards through the Internet-based "", or on a smartphone or tablet, or through . Each game represents a battle between wizards known as "planeswalkers", who employ spells, artifacts, and creatures depicted on individual "Magic" cards to defeat their opponents. Although the original concept of the game drew heavily from the motifs of traditional fantasy role-playing games such as "Dungeons & Dragons", the gameplay of "Magic" bears little similarity to pencil-and-paper adventure games, while having substantially more cards and more complex rules than many other card games. John: I like the trading card game magic the gathering. I just started playing it with friends recently. Sophia: I never heard of that game how many players are required to play? John: The game can be played by two or more players and there are different styles of playing it. Sophia: What style have you and your friends been playing and is it similar to black jack? John: No it's not like blackjack it's a trading card game. We play either constructed or limited which refers to the deck used. Sophia: A trading game so kind of similar to Pokemon and the old show yugioh maybe? John: Yes it can be compared to that or even dungeons and dragons because of the style of gameplay being similar to those pencil and paper type of role playing games. Sophia: Have you been getting some great trades when playing lately with your friends?

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. Jennifer: I love the color blue! Ana: That's my second favorite color! Jennifer: I like azure best, it's cyan and blue mixed. What's your favorite color? Ana: My all-time favorite color is orange. I like a few shades darker than the pumpkin shade. Jennifer: Nice! That's the complement of azure :) Ana: Yes! It looks really good together. A perfect match. Jennifer: It really is! Azure is also named after lapis lazuli Ana: That reminds me of the mineral found in Minecraft lol. Jennifer: They have lapis in minecraft? Cool! I never knew. I love sandbox games Ana: Yup! It didn't do too much though. It was a pretty shade of blue though.

i love to play softball.

Softball is a variant of baseball played with a larger ball on a smaller field. It was invented in 1887 in Chicago, Illinois, United States as an indoor game. It was at various times called indoor baseball, mush ball, playground, softball, kitten ball, and because it was also played by women, ladies' baseball. The name "softball" was given to the game in 1926, because the ball used to be soft. A tournament held in 1933 at the Chicago World's Fair spurred interest in the game. The Amateur Softball Association (ASA) of America (founded 1933) governs the game in the United States and sponsors annual sectional and World Series championships. The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) regulates rules of play in more than 110 countries, including the United States and Canada; before the WBSC was formed in 2013, the International Softball Federation filled this role. Women's fast pitch softball became a Summer Olympic sport in 1996, but it and baseball were dropped from the 2012 Games; they will be reinstated for the 2020 Games. There are three types of softball. In the most common type, slow-pitch softball, the ball, which can measure either 11 or 12 inches in circumference depending on gender and league, must arch on its path to the batter, and there are 10 players on the field at once. Jennifer: Do you know much about softball? Vincent: I played softball as a young girl and I know it was invented in 1887 in Chicago. Back then, it was played indoors. Do you or did you play? Jennifer: I played a few times but just at gym when I was in school. Athletics were not my thing. Vincent: I played shortstop as a kid. It's actually just a variant of baseball with a softer ball on a smaller field. Jennifer: I didn't realize the field was smaller. I knew the ball was bigger though. Did you enjoy it? Vincent: I loved playing as I was a very competitive kid and my Dad was always the coach. Jennifer: Aw I bet that was neat having your Dad as the coach. Unfortunately for my dad, I was into ballet. He really couldn't help there LOL! Vincent: HAHA No most Dads are probably not very helpful with their daughter's ballet!

my sister and i are in a grunge band.

Grunge (sometimes referred to as the Seattle sound) is a subgenre of alternative rock and a subculture that emerged during the in the Pacific Northwest U.S. state of Washington, particularly in Seattle and nearby towns. The early grunge movement revolved around Seattle's independent record label Sub Pop and that region's underground music scene. By the early 1990s its popularity had spread, with grunge bands appearing in California, then emerging in other parts of the United States and in Australia, building strong followings and signing major record deals. Grunge was commercially successful in the early–mid 1990s, due to releases such as Nirvana's "Nevermind", Pearl Jam's "Ten", Soundgarden's "Superunknown", Alice in Chains' "Dirt" and Stone Temple Pilots' "Core". The success of these bands boosted the popularity of alternative rock and made grunge the most popular form of rock music at the time. Although most grunge bands had disbanded or faded from view by the late 1990s, they influenced modern rock music, as their lyrics brought socially conscious issues into pop culture and added introspection and an exploration of what it means to be true to oneself. Grunge was also an influence on later genres such as post-grunge (e.g. Owen: My sister and I were in a grunge band when we were younger. Did you ever like that type of music? Antonio: I loved Nirvana and Soundgarden in college. Owen: Nirvana was good. My sister and I were on our way to becoming famous and then she decided to enter pageants instead. Antonio: Alice in Chains and Stone temple Pilots were great too. Owen: Stone Temple Pilots was good. I don't think I ever listened to Alice in Chains. My sister married one of the band members in Stone Temple Pilots. Antonio: That's cool! I think Eric Kretz on drums was super talented. Owen: He is super talented. He could really do any genre of music but I am glad he stuck to grunge. Antonio: I wonder if he was part of the early grunge movement in seattle? Owen: I am not sure. That would be something that I would need to research. Seattle is a great city. Antonio: It is a great city! The whole pacific northwest is responsible for grunge which is so cool.

i am an only child.

An only child is a person with no siblings, either biological or adopted. The term "only child" is generally applied only to those individuals who have never had siblings. Some children may have half-siblings or step-siblings, either living at the same house or a different house - especially those who were born considerably later - may have a similar family environment to only children, as may children who have younger siblings from both of the same parents (generally ten or more years). Throughout history, only children were relatively uncommon. From around the middle of the 20th century, birth rates and average family sizes fell sharply, for a number of reasons including increasing costs of raising children and more women having their first child later in life. The proportion of families in the U.S. with only children increased during the Great Depression but fell during the Post–World War II baby boom. After the Korean War ended in 1953, the South Korean government suggested citizens each have one or two children to boost economic prosperity, which resulted in significantly lowered birth rates and a larger number of only children to the country. From 1979 to 2015, the one-child policy in the People's Republic of China restricted most parents to having only one child, although it was subject to local relaxations and individual circumstances (for instance when twins were conceived). Nicolas: I am an only child, I have no siblings, sometimes I wish I had a brother or sister to play with growing up Seth: Aww, was that hard for you at first? Nicolas: It was easy at first, it got harder when I was older and it was pretty uncommon to be an only child in my school Seth: How did others treat you? Nicolas: Well I had one friend who was an only child as well, but then parents remarried and she ended up having half-siblings, step siblings...so she wasn't really an only child anymore. I felt left out Seth: I grew up with a sister who is 19 years older. I know the feeling Nicolas: Well only child is usually only applied to people who have never had siblings but I can understand that feeling, its not like your sister would be able to play with you much when you were 6 Seth: Not at all. We are close now but it was weird Nicolas: I am glad I did not live in china from 1979-2015 where parents were restricted to having only one child! Seth: I think they are also restricted in China

i love to draw.

Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci (; 15 April 14522 May 1519), more commonly Leonardo da Vinci or simply Leonardo, was an Italian Renaissance polymath whose areas of interest included invention, painting, sculpting, architecture, science, music, mathematics, engineering, literature, anatomy, geology, astronomy, botany, writing, history, and cartography. He has been variously called the father of palaeontology, ichnology, and architecture, and is widely considered one of the greatest painters of all time. Sometimes credited with the inventions of the parachute, helicopter and tank, he epitomised the Renaissance humanist ideal. Many historians and scholars regard Leonardo as the prime exemplar of the "Universal Genius" or "Renaissance Man", an individual of "unquenchable curiosity" and "feverishly inventive imagination", and he is widely considered one of the most diversely talented individuals ever to have lived. According to art historian Helen Gardner, the scope and depth of his interests were without precedent in recorded history, and "his mind and personality seem to us superhuman, while the man himself mysterious and remote". Marco Rosci notes that while there is much speculation regarding his life and personality, his view of the world was logical rather than mysterious, and that the empirical methods he employed were unorthodox for his time. Amanda: I have always loved art, and one of my biggest inspirations is Leonardo Da Vinci. He was a painter, inventor, and engineer among other things Vincent: I've heard about him but don't really know much. Can you tell me more? Amanda: Well, he is credited with many inventions, such as the tank, the parachute and helicopter Vincent: really? I would never guess that! I thought he was just a painter@ Amanda: Not at all. In fact, some historians have considered his mind to be almost "superhuman". Vincent: i bet! Do you know if he invented anything else? Amanda: Well, he was a scientist, architect, musician, and botanist, too, so he had his hands full with a lot of different interests Vincent: He sounds like he was such an interesting person

i am currently trying to open my own grocery store.

A grocery store is a retail store that primarily sells food. A grocer is a bulk seller of food. Grocery stores often offer non-perishable food that is packaged in bottles, boxes, and cans; some also have bakeries, butchers, delis, and fresh produce. Large grocery stores that stock significant amounts of non-food products, such as clothing and household items, are called supermarkets. Some large supermarkets also include a pharmacy, and customer service, redemption, and electronics sections. In Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States, supermarkets and convenience stores are sometimes described as grocery businesses, or simply grocers. Small grocery stores that mainly sell fruits and vegetables are known as greengrocers (Britain) or produce markets (U.S.), and small grocery stores that predominantly sell prepared food, such as candy and snacks, are known as convenience stores or delicatessens. Some grocery stores (especially large ones) form the centerpiece of a larger complex that includes other facilities, such as gas stations, which will often operate under the store's name. This setup is especially common in the United Kingdom, where major chains such as Sainsbury's and Tesco have many locations operating under this format. Jenna: I do my purchase from grocery store is a retail store that primarily sells food. Evan: I do as well! What grocery store do you shop at? Jenna: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., doing business as Walmart, is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets Evan: Are they the largest grocery store in America? Jenna: Walmart has 11,703 stores and clubs in 28countries, operating under 59 name categories Evan: Wow! That sure is a lot! I did not realize they were that big! Are there any other brands that are any where near the size of Wal-Mart? Jenna: We also have the Asda stores ,Grocery stores often offer non-perishable food that is packaged in bottles, boxes, and cans; some also have bakeries, butchers, Evan: Yeah, they really are convenient one-stop shops! Jenna: Some large supermarkets also include a pharmacy, and customer service, redemption, and its an all in one shopp Evan: Are large grocery store corporations taking over the entire market and shutting down small grocery stores down?

spiders scare the life out of me.

Spiders (order Araneae) are air-breathing arthropods that have eight legs and chelicerae with fangs that inject venom. They are the largest order of arachnids and rank seventh in total species diversity among all other orders of organisms. Spiders are found worldwide on every continent except for Antarctica, and have become established in nearly every habitat with the exceptions of air and sea colonization. , at least 45,700 spider species, and 113 families have been recorded by taxonomists. However, there has been dissension within the scientific community as to how all these families should be classified, as evidenced by the over 20 different classifications that have been proposed since 1900. Anatomically, spiders differ from other arthropods in that the usual body segments are fused into two tagmata, the cephalothorax and abdomen, and joined by a small, cylindrical pedicel. Unlike insects, spiders do not have antennae. In all except the most primitive group, the Mesothelae, spiders have the most centralized nervous systems of all arthropods, as all their ganglia are fused into one mass in the cephalothorax. Unlike most arthropods, spiders have no extensor muscles in their limbs and instead extend them by hydraulic pressure. Tiffany: Spiders really creep me out! It doesn't help there are over 45,700 species and 113 families! Dylan: That is very gross. I do not like them either. Tiffany: Yes, they can breathe air, and have 8 legs. Not to mention they have fangs that inject venom! Dylan: I am mostly creeped out by the ones that have little pinchers. Tiffany: It's strange how no spiders have antennas, like insects do. Dylan: I think all insects are gross. Those little centipedes really freak me out. Tiffany: Yes, I don't really like any insect, to be honest. However, spiders are actually found all around the world, except in Antarctica. They can establish a colony everywhere, except air and sea colonies. Dylan: That is very true.

my favorite song is california love.

"California Love" is a hip hop song by 2Pac featuring Dr. Dre and Roger Troutman. The song was released as 2Pac's comeback single after his release from prison in 1995 and was his first single as a Death Row Records artist. This is one of 2Pac's most widely known singles and his most successful, reaching number one on the "Billboard" Hot 100 for two weeks (as a double A-side single with "How Do U Want It") and 5 weeks at number one in New Zealand. The song was nominated for a posthumous Grammy Award as a Best Rap Solo Performance and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group (with Dr. Dre and Roger Troutman) in 1997. A popular remix version of the song appeared on his 1996 double album "All Eyez on Me", the first double album in the history of hip-hop. The original version of the track was not available on any of Shakur's studio albums due to it being intended for Dr. Dre's shelved album "The Chronic II: A New World Odor (Poppa's Got A Brand New Funk)". But it can now be found on Shakur's compilation of "Greatest Hits" and on the United Kingdom version of "All Eyez on Me". The original version also exists in extended form and is 6:29 in length. This particular version was never released to the public and is now only available on 12" promo vinyl records. Austin: I've never heard of the song California Love. Do you know who it is by? Audrey: its 2pac and featured dr. dre it was pretty dope Austin: Oh so it's a rap song? Audrey: yes it is , Dr. dre is also ceo of aftermath ,and beats electronics, the song is pretty catchy Austin: What's aftermath? I've never heard of that Audrey: aftermath entertainment is just the cd brand , like death row records dudes a tycoon Austin: Oh ok. Man Dr. Dre must be really rich then. Audrey: yes he is he has overseen the careers of many artists like 50 cent, the game , snoop dogg etc Austin: I had no idea he had contributed so much to the rap genre Audrey: he did indeed, he started snoop dogs career back in 1992

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. Melanie: I love watching marching bands on TV. It's so cool to watch the musicians in sync performing in competitions. Marissa: Yes, I am always amazed how they stay in the right place. Melanie: Did you watch the Michael Jackson tribute? They were a college marching band and had a visual interpretation of Michael's music throughout the years. Marissa: No, I didn't see that. I bet it was neat though. Melanie: It was! It was done by the Ohio State Marching Band and they did a full on tribute and even the moon walk. If you have time, I highly recommend you watch it online. Marissa: Wow! I bet it is really hard to moonwalk and play an instrument. I've always heard that the uniforms are so hot. Melanie: I can imagine. The uniforms plus the instruments while marching would really put a toll on your body. Good thing that they were all military trained as it is part of the curriculum at Ohio State. Marissa: I bet some of the instruments are really heavy too. I wanted to play drums as a kid, but at that time they wouldn't let girls play drums due to strenght. Melanie: That's not fair - marching bands categorize people by size, age and gender too, so if you really wanted to, you should go ahead and learn it now. Go join a marching band! Marissa: I would if they would teach me how to moonwalk while playing!

whittling is my favorite hobby.

Whittling may refer either to the art of carving shapes out of raw wood using a knife or a time-occupying, non-artistic(contrast wood carving for artistic process) process of repeatedly shaving slivers from a piece of wood. Casual whittling is typically performed with a light, small-bladed knife, usually a pocket knife. Specialized whittling knives, with fixed single blades, are preferred for sculpting artistic work. They have thick handles which are easier to grip for long periods and have better leverage, allowing more precise control and pressure. Occasionally the terms "whittling" and "carving" are used interchangeably, but they are different arts. Carving employs the use of chisels, gouges, with or without a mallet, while whittling involves only the use of a knife. Carving frequently involves powered equipment such as lathes. In industrialized areas of the world, whittling is mainly a hobby and not an occupational activity as it was before powered wood working equipment enabled modern production. "Splash whittling" is a historical, decorative technique in Norway using an ax to create a herringbone pattern. Always protect your thumb with a leather thimble and your holding hand with a carving glove. Faith: Whittling is my favourite hobby. I only have to use my pocket knife and some wood Alexis: Thats a unique activity. What do you make? Faith: I like to make birds wearing hats, and angry squirrels. I should probably wear safety gear, like a leather thimble and a carving glove Alexis: Interesting! Safety gear is very important, I agree. What else do you know whittling? Faith: There are different kinds of whittling. In Norway there is a type called splash whittling, where you make a herringbone pattern with an axe Alexis: It seems very hard so it must require a lot of skill. How long have you been whittling? Faith: About 5 years. I'm not very good at it. Carving is different - you use more tools, a mallet... Alexis: So you also carve? I used to carve out pens when I was in high school. Faith: Yeah I like using a lathe, although my shop teacher told me scary stories about it in school. Alexis: Well its not very nice for a teacher to be scaring students! What is a lathe?

my biggest fear in life is heights.

Acrophobia is an extreme or irrational fear or phobia of heights, especially when one is not particularly high up. It belongs to a category of specific phobias, called space and motion discomfort, that share both similar causes and options for treatment. Most people experience a degree of natural fear when exposed to heights, known as the fear of falling. On the other hand, those who have little fear of such exposure are said to have a head for heights. A head for heights is advantageous for those hiking or climbing in mountainous terrain and also in certain jobs e.g. steeplejacks or wind turbine mechanics. People with acrophobia can experience a panic attack in high places and become too agitated to get themselves down safely. Approximately 2–5% of the general population suffers from acrophobia, with twice as many women affected as men. The term is from the , "ákron", meaning "peak, summit, edge" and , "phóbos", "fear". Traditionally, acrophobia has been attributed, like other phobias, to conditioning or a traumatic experience. Recent studies have cast doubt on this explanation; a fear of falling, along with a fear of loud noises, is one of the most commonly suggested inborn or "non-associative" fears. Mariah: Acrophobia is an irrational fear of heights, I t is something that is following me for a while. Jason: Really! I would hate to have that fear. Are you able to fly or climb a ladder? Mariah: No, I am to scared to do that, I can experience a panic attack in high places. Jason: Wow! Is there medication you can take to help with the fear? Mariah: I do not like to use medications, But I am seeing psychologist, 2–5% of the general population suffers from acrophobia Jason: 2-5%? That is really high! Does a psychologist help at all in relieving the issue? Mariah: Psychology is the science of behavior and mind, I hope it would help, But I have just started with therapy . Jason: How long is the therapy recommended for? Mariah: I do not know, I think till it become helpful. Twice as many women affected with acrophobia as men Jason: Really? Why is there a higher instance in women then men? Is it a predisposition due to differing biology?

i like to go to bars and people watch.

People watching or crowd watching is the act of observing people and their interactions, usually without their knowledge. It involves picking up on idiosyncrasies to try to guess at another person's story. This includes speech in action, relationship interactions, body language, expressions, clothing and activities. Eavesdropping may accompany the activity, though is not required. For some people it is considered a hobby, but for many others it is a subconscious activity they partake in everyday without even realizing. People watching is not to be confused with naturalistic observation. Naturalistic observation is used for scientific purposes, whereas people watching is a casual activity, used for relaxation or inspiration for characters or characters' mannerisms in their own creative works. It should also not be confused with street photography; while the street photographer necessarily does people watching, he or she does so for the purpose of taking photographs of the people for art and documentary purposes. Proper People Watching should follow Expectation of Privacy principles, as well not be unethical or degrading the subjects. The legislation concerning non-consented pictures of people varies between countries and should also be observed, such as with Wikipedia's own Commons page. Andrew: I like to people watch. I sit at a restaurant and quietly watch people interact. I am just interested in people. :) Jayla: That's funny. I do the same thing! I love wondering what people are doing or where they come from! Andrew: I hate to admit it but I also like to eavesdrop. lol Jayla: Sometimes it is hard to stop listening when someone is saying something interesting to someone else. I have been there and done that! Andrew: Yeah for some people watching is a hobby but for most it is just a subconscious activity that they do everyday. Jayla: I wonder what the underlying reason is for that particular type of behavior. I guess it is just curiosity, right? Andrew: Yeah I think so. Absurbing their environment I guess. But people watching is not to be confused with naturalistic observation. Jayla: What is the difference between the 2? Andrew: Naturalistic observation is a scientific term and use for that purpose and just regular people watching is a casual activity where people find themselves interested in others and what they are doing. Jayla: I see. I am definitely more of the casual observer! What about you?

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. Jennifer: I just started getting into gardening lately. Do you garden? Omar: I do. I find it to be very relaxing. I really enjoy seeing my products grow! Jennifer: Do you have any advice for a novice? Should I grow from seeds or just buy sprouted plants? Omar: I think it depends if you plan to garden for small use, with mainly one crop, or have a large number of crops or flowers? Jennifer: I would like to grow a variety of vegetables in a 4 foot by 8 foot raised box! Omar: Oh, well that sounds great! You can add ornamental foliage to your garden, or root and leaf vegetables, herbs or fruits. Great for eating and medicinal uses. Jennifer: What plant would be good for medicinal use? I am quite curious! Omar: Many cottage gardens will have plants like aloe, ivy, many different types of herbs, which you can find are good for medicinal uses, from facial additives, burns, and even medicine mixture remedies. Jennifer: Oh! I like the aloe! It is really hot and sunny here so that plant will be perfect! Omar: Yes! You can grow in a small container in your garden and it can be used in beverages, cosmetics, lotions and burn ointments.

i like going to the beach.

A beach is a landform alongside a body of water which consists of loose particles. The particles composing a beach are typically made from rock, such as sand, gravel, shingle, pebbles, or cobblestones. The particles can also be biological in origin, such as mollusc shells or coralline algae. Some beaches have man-made infrastructure, such as lifeguard posts, changing rooms, and showers. They may also have hospitality venues (such as resorts, camps, hotels, and restaurants) nearby. Wild beaches, also known as undeveloped or undiscovered beaches, are not developed in this manner. Wild beaches can be valued for their untouched beauty and preserved nature. Beaches typically occur in areas along the coast where wave or current action deposits and reworks sediments. Although the seashore is most commonly associated with the word "beach", beaches are also found by lakes and alongside large rivers. "Beach" may refer to: The former are described in detail below; the larger geological units are discussed elsewhere under bars. There are several conspicuous parts to a beach that relate to the processes that form and shape it. The part mostly above water (depending upon tide), and more or less actively influenced by the waves at some point in the tide, is termed the beach berm. Erick: Finally, it is summer and we can enjoy some good time along body of water on the beach Julia: I love the ocean personally. Erick: Do you often go to beach during summer? Julia: I go at least once a week. Erick: It is funny that I just remember about NBC reality TV series "The Biggest Loser". Are you familiar with it? Julia: I use to watch this show. Erick: You know when i go to beach, I love to wear my Apple watch by Apple Inc., it makes me feel unique Julia: I have never owned an Apple watch. Erick: It is actually very practical product. It comes with fitness and health tracking features. You should check it out Julia: I will do that, Thanks for the tip.

i like to make bagels.

A bagel ( '; ), also spelled beigel, is a bread product originating in the Jewish communities of Poland. It is traditionally shaped by hand into the form of a ring from yeasted wheat dough, roughly hand-sized, that is first boiled for a short time in water and then baked. The result is a dense, chewy, doughy interior with a browned and sometimes crisp exterior. Bagels are often topped with seeds baked on the outer crust, with the traditional ones being poppy or sesame seeds. Some may have salt sprinkled on their surface, and there are different dough types, such as whole-grain or rye. Though the origins of bagels are somewhat obscure, it is known that they were widely consumed in Ashkenazi Jewish communities from the 17th century. The first known mention of the bagel, in 1610, was in Jewish community ordinances in Kraków, Poland. Bagels are now a popular bread product in North America, especially in cities with a large Jewish population, many with alternative ways of making them. Like other bakery products, bagels are available (fresh or frozen, often in many flavors) in many major supermarkets in those countries. The basic roll-with-a-hole design is hundreds of years old and has other practical advantages besides providing for a more even cooking and baking of the dough: The hole could be used to thread string or dowels through groups of bagels, allowing for easier handling and transportation and more appealing seller displays. Vincent: I love a good bagel but have trouble finding them locally Giselle: I also love bagels! I am sorry to hear that you are struggling to find the locally, but I know what you mean. It is hard to find a freshly baked bagel that is deliciously dense, chewy, and doughy with a beautiful crisp exterior Vincent: Yes and I moved to a southern state and they seem to prefer biscuits here to bagels Giselle: That is too bad, Maybe try the Jewish community within your area, because bagels originate from Jewish communities in Poland. You may be able to find some great bagels there! Vincent: Yeah not much of a Jewish community here but family will overnight me a batch of bagels once in a while from up north Giselle: That is great, you are lucky to have family that can make you a batch of bagels. Do you have a favourite type of bagel? For example a bagel topped with traditional poppy seeds or sesame seeds? Vincent: Poppy seed is my absolute favorite Giselle: Mine as well! I also love rye bagels that have salt sprinkled on their surface Vincent: I like Rye as well and poppyseed are ok too Giselle: Have you tried Lender's Bagels? They are a brand of bagels that pioneered the pre-packaged bagels that you find in the local supermarket

i have a job as a dj at a radio station.

A disc jockey (DJ) is a person who plays existing recorded music for a live audience. Most common types of DJs include radio DJ, club DJ who performs at a nightclub or Music festival and turntablist who uses record players, usually turntable, to manipulate sounds on the phonograph record. Originally, the "disc" in "disc jockey" referred to gramophone records, but now "DJ" is used as an all-encompassing term to describe someone who mixes recorded music from any source, including vinyl records, cassettes, CDs, or digital audio files stored on USB stick or laptop. DJs typically perform for a live audience in a nightclub or dance club or a TV, radio broadcast audience, or in the 2010s, an online radio audience. DJs also create mixes, remixes and tracks that are recorded for later sale and distribution. In hip hop music, DJs may create beats, using percussion breaks, basslines and other musical content sampled from pre-existing records. In hip hop, rappers and MCs use these beats to rap over. DJs use equipment that can play at least two sources of recorded music simultaneously and mix them together. This allows the DJ to create seamless transitions between recordings and develop unique mixes of songs. Trenton: I think it would be really fun to be a disc jockey, or a DJ. I would love to work for a radio station. Adrianna: Yea, that would be a cool job. What music would you play if you were a DJ? Trenton: I think maybe hip hop or top 40. It would also be interesting to create new beats! Adrianna: I agree! Kind of like Dr. Dre? Trenton: Yes! He really made it big! It would also be fun to DJ in a nightclub. Adrianna: Oh I'm sure! Being in that DJ booth must be insane. Imagine at Ibiza! Trenton: That would be amazing! So many DJs have made huge amounts of money by creating music, tracks and remixes that they sell. That's a dream job! Adrianna: And you get to tour the world as a DJ. The job has many perks.

i am a vegetarian.

Vegetarianism is the practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat (red meat, poultry, seafood, and the flesh of any other animal), and may also include abstention from by-products of animal slaughter. Vegetarianism may be adopted for various reasons. Many people object to eating meat out of respect for sentient life. Such ethical motivations have been codified under various religious beliefs, as well as animal rights advocacy. Other motivations for vegetarianism are health-related, political, environmental, cultural, aesthetic, economic, or personal preference. There are variations of the diet as well: an ovo-lacto vegetarian diet includes both eggs and dairy products, an ovo-vegetarian diet includes eggs but not dairy products, and a lacto-vegetarian diet includes dairy products but not eggs. A vegan diet excludes all animal products, including eggs and dairy. Some vegans also avoid other animal products such as beeswax, leather or silk clothing, and goose-fat shoe polish. Packaged and processed foods, such as cakes, cookies, candies, chocolate, yogurt, and marshmallows, often contain unfamiliar animal ingredients, so may be a special concern for vegetarians due to the likelihood of such additions. Jayla: Vegetarianism can be adopted for a variety of reasons Amanda: What is the difference between that and vegans? Jayla: Vegetarians abstain from meat, while vegans abstain from all animal products Amanda: Oh, I see. What are some of the reasons for becoming vegetarian? Jayla: Ethical and even religious beliefs Amanda: I wish I could become one. I love animals so much, it hurts me to think that I'm eating them. Jayla: Animal rights advocates are also very strong for it Amanda: Yes, I can see why. Are you a vegetarian? Jayla: No, but a vegan diet eliminates all meats, eggs, and dairy Amanda: Sounds healthy to be honest.

i prefer summer over winter.

Florida (; Spanish for "land of flowers") is the southernmost state in the southeastern region of the United States. The state is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico and Alabama, to the north by Alabama and Georgia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south by the Straits of Florida. Florida is the 22nd-most extensive, the 3rd-most populous, and the 8th-most densely populated of the U.S. states. Jacksonville is the most populous municipality in the state and the largest city by area in the contiguous United States (due to the consolidation of Jacksonville with Duval County). The Miami metropolitan area is Florida's most populous urban area. Tallahassee is the state's capital. About two-thirds of Florida occupies a peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Florida has the longest coastline in the contiguous United States, approximately , not including the contribution of the many barrier islands. It is the only state that borders both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Much of the state is at or near sea level and is characterized by sedimentary soil. Florida has the lowest high point of any U.S. state. The climate varies from subtropical in the north to tropical in the south. Jeffrey: Florida varies from subtropical to tropical weather as you travel south. Genesis: What is the difference between subtropical and tropical? Jeffrey: You can have different types of bad weather like hurricanes. Subtropical hurricanes were officially recognized back in 1972. Genesis: It is interesting how America has so many different kinds of weather. In Europe it's not as varied. Jeffrey: Yeah, in 2010 there were 12 hurricanes . The highest since 1969. Genesis: Yes, I heard a lot of people lost their houses. Must be absolutely terrifying. Jeffrey: I actually live in FL. We are affected worse because we are bordered by the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico Genesis: How do you prevent these situations so you don't lose everything if a hurricane happens?

my favorite flower is a rose.

A rose is a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over a hundred species and thousands of cultivars. They form a group of plants that can be erect shrubs, climbing or trailing with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smaller numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwestern Africa. Species, cultivars and hybrids are all widely grown for their beauty and often are fragrant. Roses have acquired cultural significance in many societies. Rose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers that can reach seven meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this has been used in the development of the wide range of garden roses. The name "rose" comes from French, itself from Latin "rosa", which was perhaps borrowed from Oscan, from Greek ρόδον "rhódon" (Aeolic βρόδον "wródon"), itself borrowed from Old Persian "wrd-" ("wurdi"), related to Avestan "varəδa", Sogdian "ward", Parthian "wâr". The leaves are borne alternately on the stem. Timothy: roses roses everywhere, but I can't get enough of them! I want to smell them, I want to touch them, I want to eat them Jenna: I like roses, they are a perennial flower in the Rosaceae family Timothy: oh my, rose science really does it for me. when were roses invented? Jenna: They weren't "invented" but they are native to Asia, with some in Europe, North America and northwestern Africa. Timothy: roses were invented by God! he made them his most beautiful flower and that's why I love them. what are some more interesting uses for roses? Jenna: Have you ever seen the Rose Parade? They cover the floats in the flowers and have marching bands and then a football game. Timothy: oh that's so lovely. maybe I'll go to that someday. where is it? Jenna: It is held in Pasadena, CA every year on New Year's Day, unless New Year's falls on a Sunday then it will be the 2nd Timothy: just pump me full of roses and send me out on new years, I love it! I love to party on new years! Jenna: Yeah they are lovely. They range in sizes from compact, mini to climbers that can reach about 7 meters in height.

i love to read fantasy novels and poetry.

The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant is a series of ten high fantasy novels written by American author Stephen R. Donaldson. The series began as a trilogy, entitled "The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, the Unbeliever". This was followed by another trilogy, "The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant", and finally a tetralogy, "The Last Chronicles of Thomas Covenant". Thomas Covenant, an embittered and cynical writer, afflicted with leprosy and shunned by society, is fated to become the heroic savior of The Land, an alternate world. In six novels published between 1977 and 1983, he struggles against Lord Foul, "The Despiser", who intends to escape the bondage of the physical universe and wreak revenge upon his arch-enemy, "The Creator". The story "Gilden-Fire" first appeared as an independent novella, but is most widely available as a part of most versions of the Donaldson short story collection, "Daughter of Regals", 1985. It was set during the action of "The Illearth War", and covers an episode from the doomed mission to contact the Giants. "Gilden-Fire" is told from the point of view of Korik, the senior Bloodguard on the mission. It describes Korik's selection of the mission's Bloodguard, then narrates the mission's passage through Grimmerdhore forest, where they defeat an ambush of ur-viles and kresh (wolves). Nolan: I'm a huge fan of the chronicles of thomas covenant. Are you a fan also? Brendan: I'm only slightly aware of them. Is Thomas the character who, despite his affliction with leprosy, becomes a hero? Nolan: Yes that's correct. Its a very inspiring story, it gives me inspiration that I am able to overcome even the most unlikely of obstacles Brendan: I suppose the leprosy serves as an apt analogy for our own weaknesses. Was it also a strength - from the lack of ability to feel pain? Nolan: Wait, are you saying leprosy makes a person immune to other pain? Brendan: Yes - I think the disease is known to damage the nerves - meaning you could tolerate pain that others would find unbearable. Nolan: Wow, I didn't know that. So what do you think? do you think have leprosy was an asset for Thomas? Brendan: Well, I'd have to read all ten books! Nolan: Haha, fair enough. Do you know anything about the history of the books? Were any of the characters based off of real life people? Brendan: It was set in an alternate world, perhaps in a parallel universe - as far as I know. I'm not sure if any of the characters drew inspiration from real life.

i am a national guard officer.

The National Guard of the United States, part of the reserve components of the United States Armed Forces, is a reserve military force, composed of National Guard military members or units of each state and the territories of Guam, of the Virgin Islands, and of Puerto Rico, as well as of the District of Columbia, for a total of 54 separate organizations. All members of the National Guard of the United States are also members of the militia of the United States as defined by . National Guard units are under the dual control of the state and the federal government. The majority of National Guard soldiers and airmen hold a civilian job full-time while serving part-time as a National Guard member. These part-time guardsmen are augmented by a full-time cadre of Active Guard & Reserve (AGR) personnel in both the Army National Guard and Air National Guard, plus Army Reserve Technicians in the Army National Guard and Air Reserve Technicians (ART) in the Air National Guard. The National Guard is a joint activity of the United States Department of Defense (DoD) composed of reserve components of the United States Army and the United States Air Force: the Army National Guard of the United States and the Air National Guard of the United States respectively. Caitlyn: Hello there, do you have a job? James: Yes I do. But it is nothing as important as the national guard which is part of the reserve components of the US army. Caitlyn: well thank you, i do take pride in my work! i wake up everyday smiling, as i wear my outfit i always remember the country which i serve and always think of making america great! James: Do you also hold a full time job along with your duties? Most who serve do. Caitlyn: well but of course! as we say Always Ready, Always There!! James: Are you an airman or a soldier? Caitlyn: i serve as a soldier, though one of my comrade did end up joining the air guard sector, we split after the training James: That's too bad. Have you made other friends with your fellow soldiers? Caitlyn: yes I have, must there call me the bongo just cause i am easy to hang out with and though i also have my strict side they do enjoy my company and we do go out every now and then for good ol bear James: That's great. Most of my family served in some way and they all said their friends made in service were some of their closest.

i like to mountain bike.

A mountain bike or mountain bicycle (abbreviated Mtn Bike or MTB) is a bicycle designed for off-road cycling. Mountain bikes share similarities with other bikes, but incorporate features designed to enhance durability and performance in rough terrain. These typically include a front or full suspension, large knobby tires, more durable wheels, more powerful brakes, and lower gear ratios for climbing steep grades. Mountain bikes are typically ridden on mountain trails, singletrack, fire roads, and other unpaved surfaces. This type of terrain commonly has rocks, roots, loose dirt, and steep grades. Many trails have additional TTF's (Technical Trail Features) such as log piles, log rides, rock gardens, skinnies, gap jumps, and wall-rides. Mountain bikes are built to handle these types of terrain and features. The heavy-duty construction combined with stronger rims and wider tires has also made this style of bicycle popular with urban riders and couriers who must navigate through potholes and over curbs. Since the development of the sport in the 1970s many new subtypes of mountain biking have developed, such as cross-country (XC), all-day endurance, freeride, downhill, and a variety of track and slalom types. Jonathan: Hey! In my spare time I enjoy riding my mountain bike. Savannah: That sounds like fun! so you enjoy going on a bike designed for road cycling then? Jonathan: Yes most definitely! It's exhilarating to do that. Savannah: I am sure it is. I read that the bikes share similarities with other bikes but have added features to enhance the durability and performance in rough terrain Jonathan: Ooh. That is interesting. I have to do some more research about the newer features. Savannah: some of the features I saw was front and full suspension, large knobby tires, more durable wheels, more powerful brakes, and lower gear ratios for climbing steep terrain Jonathan: Oh awesome! I definitely would need to update my mountain bike. Savannah: Where do you typically ride. I saw that they are generally ridden on mountain trails, single track, fire roads, and other unpaved surfaces Jonathan: Typically I would ride on mountain trails. It is quite peaceful. Savannah: does the terrain have alot of rocks, roots, loose dirt and steep grades?

i have red hair.

Red hair (or ginger hair) occurs naturally in 1–2% of the human population. It occurs more frequently (2–6%) in people of northern or western European ancestry, and less frequently in other populations. Red hair appears most commonly in people with two copies of a recessive allele on chromosome 16 which produces an altered version of the MC1R protein. Red hair varies in hues from a deep burgundy or bright copper (reddish-brown or auburn) through to burnt orange or red-orange and strawberry blond. It is characterized by high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin and relatively low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin. It is associated with fair skin color, lighter eye colors (gray, blue, green, and hazel), freckles, and sensitivity to ultraviolet light. Cultural reactions have varied from ridicule to admiration; many common stereotypes exist regarding redheads and they are often portrayed as fiery-tempered. The term redhead has been in use since at least 1510. Red hair is most commonly found at the northern and western fringes of Europe; it is centered around populations in the British Isles. Redheads today are commonly associated with the Celtic nations and to a far lesser extent the Germanic peoples. Jasmin: There is something that makes me rare: red hair! It's found in only 1 or 2 percent of people naturally. Jalen: Cool, I have always been jealous of gingers. I was thinking of dying my hair red some time. Jasmin: Which shade? There are so many variations, everything from auburn to strawberry blond. Jalen: I think a really bright red would be neat. What shade is your hair? Jasmin: It's auburn. Our culture has mixed reactions to red hair. I used to get ridiculed for it. Jalen: That is crazy. These days I see people die their hair pink and purple. I bet quite a few also die it red. Jasmin: Some do. You can usually tell a natural redhead because they have often have fair skin, light eyes, and freckles. Jalen: Yes I have noticed the fair complexion of redheads. I believe the gene originated from northern climates if I am not mistaken.

i live in a tiny house to save money.

The tiny house movement (also known as the "small house movement") is a description for the architectural and social movement that advocates living simply in small homes. There is currently no set definition as to what constitutes as a tiny house; however, a residential structure under is generally accepted to be a tiny home. In the United States, the average size of new single family homes grew from in 1978 to in 2007, and to in 2013, despite a decrease in the size of the average family. Reasons for this include increased material wealth and prestige. The small house movement is a return to houses of less than . Frequently, the distinction is made between "small" (between and ), and "tiny" houses (less than ), with some as small as . Sarah Susanka has been credited with starting the recent countermovement toward smaller houses when she published "The Not So Big House" (1997). Earlier pioneers include Lloyd Kahn, author of "Shelter" (1973) and Lester Walker, author of "Tiny Houses" (1987). Henry David Thoreau and the publication of his book "Walden" is also quoted as early inspiration. A Wisconsin producer, Escape Homes was founded in 1993. Tiny houses on wheels were also popularized by Jay Shafer who designed and lived in a 96 sq ft house and later went on to offer the first plans for tiny houses on wheels, initially founding Tumbleweed Tiny House Company, and then Four Lights Tiny House Company (September 6, 2012). Brody: I love tiny houses, in fact I live in one right now, I love how there is currently no set definition as to what constitutes as a tiny house; But, a residential structure under is generally accepted to be a tiny home by some people . Aidan: Ive seen like homes that people build in old train cars and shipping containers and all kinds of things people build homes inside that sound tiny to me! lol Brody: Yes they are fascinating, have you ever heard of the tiny house movement? The tiny house movement is a description for the architectural and social movement that advocates for living simply in very small homes. Aidan: I have heard it around but dont know much about it besides seeing people building these small homesj Brody: Oh ok, There is a show called Tiny House Hunting and it is an American reality TV series that premiered on the FYI cable channel back on December 22, 2014. Aidan: Yes!! I have seen that! Thats exactly where I have seen it. It is so interesting to watch them make something so simple into a home!! Brody: Haha yes ive seen every episode, In fact The show accompanies "Tiny House Nation" and "Tiny House World", a whole different series about tiny homes aired on the same network. Pretty neat Aidan: Oh wow okay then with all of those shows Im not sure which I have seen and which I have not. Ill have to watch a few! Do they still air? Brody: I don't think they air anymore episodes but I am sure you can find them online somewhere streaming. Aidan: Thats a good idea! Thank you so much for the information, its very helpful!

i am an only child.

An only child is a person with no siblings, either biological or adopted. The term "only child" is generally applied only to those individuals who have never had siblings. Some children may have half-siblings or step-siblings, either living at the same house or a different house - especially those who were born considerably later - may have a similar family environment to only children, as may children who have younger siblings from both of the same parents (generally ten or more years). Throughout history, only children were relatively uncommon. From around the middle of the 20th century, birth rates and average family sizes fell sharply, for a number of reasons including increasing costs of raising children and more women having their first child later in life. The proportion of families in the U.S. with only children increased during the Great Depression but fell during the Post–World War II baby boom. After the Korean War ended in 1953, the South Korean government suggested citizens each have one or two children to boost economic prosperity, which resulted in significantly lowered birth rates and a larger number of only children to the country. From 1979 to 2015, the one-child policy in the People's Republic of China restricted most parents to having only one child, although it was subject to local relaxations and individual circumstances (for instance when twins were conceived). Jack: I'm an only child in my family. It's quite lonely without any siblings. Claire: I have two siblings. Are there any benefits to bring an only child? Jack: Not really. Being an only child is actually relatively uncommon, historically. It's very boring. Claire: It must be nice to have all your parents financial support at least. Not split between the others. Jack: True, but we don't get to have that sibling relationship. I think my parents did it because it's expensive to have kids. Claire: Yeah it is a shame there are not systems around to support parents trying to afford to have a family. Jack: Yeah, it is sad. But it's better than living somewhere like China, where you're required by law to only have one child. Claire: I heard that in China if that child dies you still are not allowed to have a second child. That's pretty sad.

i am a yoga instructor.

Yoga (; Sanskrit, योगः Listen) is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India. There is a broad variety of yoga schools, practices, and goals in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Among the most well-known types of yoga are Hatha yoga and Rāja yoga. The origins of yoga have been speculated to date back to pre-Vedic Indian traditions; it is mentioned in the Rigveda, but most likely developed around the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, in ancient India's ascetic and śramaṇa movements. The chronology of earliest texts describing yoga-practices is unclear, varyingly credited to Hindu Upanishads. The "Yoga Sutras of Patanjali" date from the first half of the 1st millennium CE, but only gained prominence in the West in the 20th century. Hatha yoga texts emerged around the 11th century with origins in tantra. Yoga gurus from India later introduced yoga to the West, following the success of Swami Vivekananda in the late 19th and early 20th century. In the 1980s, yoga became popular as a system of physical exercise across the Western world. Yoga in Indian traditions, however, is more than physical exercise; it has a meditative and spiritual core. Bradley: I've been trying new Yoga poses recently. Do you like yoga? Juliana: I tried it once but found it was really not for me. I know that some find the practice of physical, mental, and spiritual well being very helpful though Bradley: Absolutely. I'm not the best at remembering any of the poses or their names but it is relaxing. Juliana: apparently yoga originated in ancient India Bradley: I didn't know that. I would like to learn the history of yoga and how it came to be. Juliana: I read that among the most well-known types of yoga are Hatha Yoga and Raja yoga Bradley: Cool. I've only heard of Kundalini Yoga but have never tried it. Juliana: It was in the 1980's that yoga became popular as a form of physical exercise across most of the Western world Bradley: Yes, a very popular form of physical exercise indeed. I would do yoga poses over running any day! Juliana: Yoga in the Indian traditions is more than physical its roots are more meditative and spiritual

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. Giselle: I love the color purple - not the movie, the actual color. Lily: Purple is a great color and a great movie. I had no idea Steven Spielberg directed the Color Purple. What other colors do you like? Giselle: Well, aqua or teal is right up there also I guess. But a crisp white is beautiful too Lily: I guess I recall that purple is associated with royalty, magic, and mystery, among other things. Do you also like those things? Giselle: I like the sound of the royalty part! It's neat that colors can be associated with other things. Lily: Apparently the Romans really liked purple, and it was a color of various empires. Giselle: And white is usually regarded as innocence and purity. Lily: Nice! I had no idea. Giselle: I wonder what teal would be lol! Lily: Teal is the color of some empire somewhere.

i love 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. Jessica: Pizza has got to be one of my all time favorite foods. Katelyn: It is a traditional Italian dish consisting of flatbread topped with tomato sauce and cheese and is then baked in an oven. Jessica: It makes me hungry just hearing it described haha. I just love all the types of toppings you can put on pizza. Katelyn: It can be topped with vegetables, meats, condiments, and can even be made without cheese Jessica: Without cheese? That is just an insult to pizza! Though I guess it is mostly for those who are lactose intolerant. Katelyn: The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century. Jessica: Wow that's so damn long ago! It must've been a lot different back then. Katelyn: The modern version of pizza was invented in Naples, and its popularity is almost second to none. Jessica: Oh I know, it is basically everywhere now! Katelyn: It is a common fast food item in both Europe and North America.

i drive an suv.

Sport-utility (vehicle), SUV or sport-ute is an automotive classification, typically a kind of station wagon / estate car with off-road vehicle features like raised ground clearance and ruggedness, and available four-wheel drive. Many SUVs are built on a light-truck chassis but operated as a family vehicle, and though designed to be used on rougher surfaces, most often used on city streets or highways. In recent years, in some countries the term SUV has replaced terms like "Jeep" or "Land-Rover" in the popular lexicon as a generic description for light 4WD vehicles. Many SUVs have an upright built body and tall interior packaging, a high seating position and center of gravity, and available all-wheel drive for off-road capability. Some SUVs include the towing capacity of a pickup truck with the passenger-carrying space of a minivan or large sedan. The traditional truck-based SUV is more and more being supplanted by unitary body SUVs and crossovers based on regular automobile platforms for lighter weight and better fuel efficiency. In some countries, notably the United States, SUVs are "not" classified as cars, but as "light trucks". SUVs overtook lower medium segment cars to become the world's largest automotive segment in 2015, accounting for 22.9 percent of global "light vehicle" sales (for 2015), or 36.8% of the world's "passenger car" market (Q1–Q3, 2017). Jorge: I have a Sport Utility vehicle and I really like it, but sometimes wonder if it would be better to have a car. Do you like SUV's? Michelle: I don't have one personally, but I know they're so useful if you like to take your vehicles offroading or on rough surfaces. Jorge: Yes, I like also that you sit up higher, but gas can get a bit expensive in them. Michelle: That's true, I guess that's the price you pay for having the towing capacity of a pickup with the passenger-carrying space of a minivan. Jorge: Yes, it definitely has its pluses. Do you think a sports utility works better on snow than a car? Michelle: Well I would imagine because they were designed for rough surfaces after all, but it probably depends on your tires and driving ability too. Jorge: Yes, skills probably has much to do with it also. I also like how much more room you have with an SVU. Michelle: Definitely, with all their good features it's no surprise SUVs became the largest automotive segment in 2015. Jorge: Yes, you're right, I'm not surprised by that. That check off a lot of boxes in convenience. Michelle: Absolutely, that's probably why they account for almost 23% of global "light vehicle" sales in 2015 alone.

i watch south park at least once a day.

South Park is an American adult animated sitcom created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone and developed by Brian Graden for the Comedy Central television network. The show revolves around four boys—Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick—and their bizarre adventures in and around the titular Colorado town. Much like "The Simpsons", "South Park" uses a very large ensemble cast of recurring characters and became infamous for its profanity and dark, surreal humor that satirizes a wide range of topics towards a mature audience. Parker and Stone developed the show from "The Spirit of Christmas", two consecutive animated shorts created in 1992 and 1995. The latter became one of the first Internet viral videos, ultimately leading to "South Park"'s production. It debuted in August 1997 with great success, consistently earning the highest ratings of any basic cable program. Subsequent ratings have varied but it remains one of Comedy Central's highest rated shows, and is slated to air in new episodes through 2019. The pilot episode was produced using cutout animation, leading to all subsequent episodes being produced with computer animation that emulated the cutout technique. Hayden: Have you seen "South Park?" Its my favourite show. Tiffany: Yes, I always like animated sitcom. And Trey Parker and Matt Stone as the creators did a great job Hayden: Definitely. At first when I initially saw it with the way the animation looked, I was a bit sceptical but I got it eventually Tiffany: Do you remember those boys in the sitcom, tan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick? I love their bizarre adventures in and around the titular Colorado town. Hayden: I do and Cartman is my favourite character. I kind of also like Kenny too. How about you? Tiffany: I like every member of the cast. "South Park" uses a very large ensemble cast of recurring characters and the sitcom made them famous Hayden: And the surreal humour and profanity used especially as it was based around four kids appealed to me. What did you like about it? Tiffany: I love it because it uses a wide range of topics towards a mature audience.

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. Jackson: I'm thinking about getting a pet snake, but I don't know much about them. Do you like snakes? Gianna: I love snakes! Snakes are elongated, legless, carnivorous Jackson: If I were to get a pet snake, what should I feed it? Gianna: mice or small bugs. Like all squamates, snakes are ectothermic Jackson: Mice? How can a snake eat a mouse when their heads are so small? Gianna: Many species of snakes have skulls with several more joints than their lizard ancestors so their jaws expande to eat them Jackson: Ohhh! Wow! That's pretty neat! What else should I know before I buy a snake as a pet? Gianna: I have heard Some species retain a pelvic girdle with a pair of vestigial claws

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. Ava: I love YOUTUBE! YouTube is an American video-sharing website Henry: What do you mostly watch on youtube? Ava: I like Buzzfeed mainly, The service was created by three former PayPal employees Henry: Is Buzzfeed on you tube? the Paypal employees created Buzzfeed or you tube? Ava: Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim created youtube, they are all former youtube employees Henry: You mean former Paypal employees, I guess. And when was you tube founded? Ava: That was in 2005, in 2006 Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion Henry: Did Goggle bought the site from the three founders? If so, do you know if they founded something else with the money they got?

i m 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. Gracie: What do you know about being vegan? I am a true meat eater but would love to know more about the health benefits of veganism. Erica: Veganism is the practice of abstaining from using animal products. Which would include your diet, and often, any use of animals that isn't for companionship. Gracie: Are you Vegan? I see the benefits of veganism somewhat but my mother was vegan and she suffered health problems due to a lack of meat in her diet. Erica: No, I like meat too much. But, I know some vegans, and I don't doubt it does help reduce some health risks, especially heart disease, but I also agree you need that protein from meat. Gracie: Yes and I believe it contributed to my mother's iron deficiency. I will not deny that there are true benefits to abstaining but I'm like you . . . I love meat too much! lol Erica: And even though many nutritional societies approve veganism, The German Society for Nutrition actually doesn't recommend it for children, adoloscents, pregnant women or breastfeeding women. Gracie: I understand why. I believe the diet is insufficient in providing the necessary nutrients for a healthy and balanced lifestyle, although this is just MY opinion. Erica: Well, I agree. A dietary vegan not only doesn't eat meat, but they don't eat eggs, any dairy or anything derived from an animal. That takes away all tasteful things! Gracie: I would DIE of starvation! lol My favorite foods are the items that they are not allowed to eat! Erica: ME too! An ethical vegan is basically the same as a dietary vegan, but they also oppose the use of animals for any reason.

i love hamburgers.

A hamburger, beefburger or burger is a sandwich consisting of one or more cooked patties of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun. The patty may be pan fried, barbecued, or flame broiled. Hamburgers are often served with cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, onion, pickles, or chiles; condiments such as mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, or "special sauce"; and are frequently placed on sesame seed buns. A hamburger topped with cheese is called a cheeseburger. The term "burger" can also be applied to the meat patty on its own, especially in the UK where the term "patty" is rarely used, or the term can even refer simply to ground beef. The term may be prefixed with the type of meat or meat substitute used, as in "turkey burger", "bison burger", or "veggie burger". Hamburgers are sold at fast-food restaurants, diners, and specialty and high-end restaurants (where burgers may sell for several times the cost of a fast-food burger, but may be one of the cheaper options on the menu). There are many international and regional variations of the hamburger. The term "hamburger" originally derives from Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city. In German, "Burg" means "castle", "fortified settlement" or "fortified refuge" and is a widespread component of place names. Antonio: I absolutely love hamburgers or any burgers for that matter. Lauren: yes i have also love it Antonio: Cool, so do you prefer the patty pan fried or barbecued or flame broiled? Lauren: i don't know prefer that most order shop only Antonio: Cool, any toppings you prefer, like lettuce, onions, cheese, and pickles? Lauren: most i ate onion and cheese burger only Antonio: I can't blame you, I love onions and cheese so much on burgers. Lauren: k i too love it do you know how to make it

i am a financial analyst for a brewery.

A brewery or brewing company is a business that makes and sells beer. The place at which beer is commercially made is either called a brewery or a beerhouse, where distinct sets of brewing equipment are called plant. The commercial brewing of beer has taken place since at least 2500 BC; in ancient Mesopotamia, brewers derived social sanction and divine protection from the goddess Ninkasi. Brewing was initially a cottage industry, with production taking place at home; by the ninth century monasteries and farms would produce beer on a larger scale, selling the excess; and by the eleventh and twelfth centuries larger, dedicated breweries with eight to ten workers were being built. The diversity of size in breweries is matched by the diversity of processes, degrees of automation, and kinds of beer produced in breweries. A brewery is typically divided into distinct sections, with each section reserved for one part of the brewing process. Beer may have been known in Neolithic Europe and was mainly brewed on a domestic scale. In some form, it can be traced back almost 5000 years to Mesopotamian writings describing daily rations of beer and bread to workers. Before the rise of production breweries, the production of beer took place at home and was the domain of women, as baking and brewing were seen as "women's work". Elijah: I love breweries, have you ever been to one? Brittany: Yes, we have some bars in town that are breweries, they make and sell beer! Elijah: Yeah, it's so fun to find new kinds of beer Brittany: The local breweries here are really neat, you can even tour them. So half of the building is like a normal bar, then the other half is setup for brewing with lots of giant silver containers and ingredients! Elijah: That sounds like something I need to do Brittany: Definitely, there are more than 3,000 breweries in the United States alone, ranging from giant brew pubs, to microbreweries. Elijah: It seems to be increasing in popularity Brittany: For sure, in 2011 the US actually ranked 15th in the world in per capita consumption!

coffee is important to me.

Coffee is a brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans, which are the seeds of berries from the "Coffea" plant. The genus "Coffea" is native to tropical Africa (specifically having its origin in Ethiopia and Sudan) and Madagascar, the Comoros, Mauritius, and Réunion in the Indian Ocean. The plant was exported from Africa to countries around the world. Coffee plants are now cultivated in over 70 countries, primarily in the equatorial regions of the Americas, Southeast Asia, India, and Africa. The two most commonly grown are the highly regarded arabica, and the less sophisticated but stronger and hardier robusta. Once ripe, coffee berries are picked, processed, and dried. Dried coffee seeds (referred to as beans) are roasted to varying degrees, depending on the desired flavor. Roasted beans are ground and brewed with near-boiling water to produce coffee as a beverage. Coffee is slightly acidic and has a stimulating effect on humans because of its caffeine content. Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It can be prepared and presented in a variety of ways (e.g., espresso, French press, café latte, etc.). It is usually served hot, although iced coffee is an alternative way of the drink to be served. Zachary: I love drinking coffee from fresh roasted coffee beans. Do you like coffee? Ryan: Absolutely! But i am often worried about my everyday caffiene intake. Zachary: Yes, just have a healthy limit. It's believed that people have been drinking coffee since the 15th century. Looks like there would be proof if it was that terrible by now. Ryan: I think several studies recommend, like you said, one needs to maintain a halethy limit. Anyways, excess of anything is bad. Zachary: I like to drink one cup in the morning to get me going. The caffeine is stimolating and helps me wake up. I limit mine to that one cup. Ryan: This is good. I prefer to drink during late afternoon. The time when I feel extremely tired. Zachary: Do you like yours hot or do you like iced coffee? Ryan: Always hot. I do not like cold. Zachary: I don't like it either, but I know iced lattes and iced mochas are popular. Ryan: I ofetn see people drinking iced ones in Starbucks but I do not understand how one can like coffee that's cold.

i recently broke my leg.

A bone fracture (sometimes abbreviated FRX or Fx, F, or #) is a medical condition in which there is a damage in the continuity of the bone. A bone fracture may be the result of high force impact or stress, or a minimal trauma injury as a result of certain medical conditions that weaken the bones, such as osteoporosis, bone cancer, or osteogenesis imperfecta, where the fracture is then properly termed a pathologic fracture. Although bone tissue itself contains no nociceptors, bone fracture is painful for several reasons: Damage to adjacent structures such as nerves or vessels, spinal cord, and nerve roots (for spine fractures), or cranial contents (for skull fractures) may cause other specific signs and symptoms. The natural process of healing a fracture starts when the injured bone and surrounding tissues bleed, forming a fracture hematoma. The blood coagulates to form a blood clot situated between the broken fragments. Within a few days, blood vessels grow into the jelly-like matrix of the blood clot. The new blood vessels bring phagocytes to the area, which gradually remove the non-viable material. The blood vessels also bring fibroblasts in the walls of the vessels and these multiply and produce collagen fibres. Marco: I recently broke my leg doing bicycle stunts in my backyard. Angela: That sounds pretty bad! Bone fractures are often abbreviated to FRX or Fx too. Marco: Yeah that's what it said on the doctor's chart wen I was in the hospital. Had to rehab my leg muslces after that. Not too fun. Angela: Not fun at all haha. It is a damage in the continuity of the bone. Marco: Yeah exactly how the doctor said it. My leg was pretty visibly smaller than the other one for about three months Angela: Damn that sounds weird. These fractures can be the result of high force impact or stress. Marco: I think that's what the rock I landed on was, right? Thankfully, It's a lot better now. Angela: They can also be caused by minimal stress if you have a condition that weakens the bones. Marco: Yeah I gotta ask the doc if there's anything I can do to strengthen the bone. Angela: Might wanna see if you have something like osteoporosis or osteogenesis imperecta, they all weaken the bones in some way.

i like spending time with friends playing sports and going to country concerts.

A concert is a live music performance in front of an audience. The performance may be by a single musician, sometimes then called a recital, or by a musical ensemble, such as an orchestra, choir, or band. Concerts are held in a wide variety and size of settings, from private houses and small nightclubs, dedicated concert halls, arenas and parks to large multipurpose buildings, and even sports stadiums. Indoor concerts held in the largest venues are sometimes called "arena concerts" or "amphitheatre concerts". Informal names for a concert include "show" and "gig". Regardless of the venue, musicians usually perform on a stage. Concerts often require live event support with professional audio equipment. Before recorded music, concerts provided the main opportunity to hear musicians play. The nature of a concert varies by musical genre, individual performers, and the venue. Concerts by a small jazz combo or small bluegrass band may have the same order of program, mood, and volume—but vary in music and dress. In a similar way, a particular musician, band, or genre of music might attract concert attendees with similar dress, hairstyle, and behavior. For example, concert goers in the 1960s often had long hair (sometimes in dread lock form), sandals and inexpensive clothing made of natural fibers. Ashton: I really enjoy going to concerts! Liliana: So do I! Live music performance is a lot of fun! Ashton: Do you go to concerts often? Liliana: Not too often but I like to be in the audience of concerts every so often. Ashton: I don't go as much as I used to which is a shame but I still try to catch them as often as I can. I love the atmosphere. Liliana: I agree. They can often include a single musician or an entire ensemble. Ashton: Both of which can have a completely different experience. I'm looking forward to going to my next one. Liliana: Oh cool! I like when they include an orchestra or choir.

i have a few pet iguanas.

Iguana (, ) is a genus of herbivorous lizards that are native to tropical areas of Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. The genus was first described in 1768 by Austrian naturalist Josephus Nicolaus Laurenti in his book "Specimen Medicum, Exhibens Synopsin Reptilium Emendatam cum Experimentis circa Venena". Two species are included in the genus "Iguana": the green iguana, which is widespread throughout its range and a popular pet, and the Lesser Antillean iguana, which is native to the Lesser Antilles and endangered due to habitat destruction. The word "iguana" is derived from the original Taino name for the species, "iwana". In addition to the two species in the genus "Iguana", several other related genera in the same family have common names of the species including the word "iguana". Iguanas can range from in length, including their tail. The two species of lizard within the genus "Iguana" possess a dewlap, a row of spines running down their backs to their tails, and a tiny "third eye" on their heads. This light-sensing organ is known as the parietal eye, visible as a pale scale on the top of the head, and cannot make out details, just brightness. Behind their necks are small scales which resemble spokes, known as tuberculate scales. Courtney: I have a pet iguana from Mexico! Not as cuddly as a dog, but I love him anyway. His name is Ignacio, Iggy for short. Isaiah: Are Iguanas good pets? They sound pretty easy to care for. Courtney: Well, you have to be careful. Diet, lighting, and other housing for a green iguana like mine causes too many to die in captivity too soon. Isaiah: What is the average lifespan for an iguana? Courtney: They can live to be up to 20 years old! Of course, that's if they're properly cared for. Isaiah: Oh wow that's such a long life! I didn't know that. Courtney: I know! Another fun fact: they have this light-sensing organ that looks like a pale scale on the top of their head called the parietal eye. It senses brightness (not details, like a real eye!) Isaiah: That's interesting. Does it help them see in the dark?

i also like ford trucks.

The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks and medium-duty trucks (Class 2-7) that have been marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company since 1948. While most variants of the F-Series trucks are full-size pickup trucks, the F-Series also includes chassis cab trucks and commercial vehicles. The Ford F-Series has been the best-selling vehicle in the United States since 1981 and the best-selling pickup since 1977. It is also the best selling vehicle in Canada. In 1999, to bridge the gap between the pickup line and the medium-duty trucks, the F-250 and F-350 became the Ford Super Duty vehicles; considered an expansion of the F-Series, the Super Duty trucks are built on a distinct chassis with heavier-duty components. As of the 2017 model year, the F-Series includes the F-150, the Super Duty (F-250 through F-550), and F-650 and F-750 Super Duty medium-duty commercial trucks. The most popular version of the F-Series is the F-150, now in its thirteenth generation. Through the use of rebadging, Ford has marketed the F-Series through all three Ford divisions in North America. From 1946 to 1968, Mercury sold the Mercury M-Series in Canada; during the 2000s, Lincoln sold the Lincoln Blackwood, replaced by the Lincoln Mark LT. Chelsea: I really enjoy the Ford F Series because they have both Light duty and medium duty trucks. Do you like ford? Gage: I don't know a lot about them, I drive a Honda. What is the difference between light duty and medium duty? Chelsea: The light duty trucks are meant for lighter work. The Ford F Series has been the best selling vehicle since 1981. What's your favorite honda vehicle? Gage: I thought Honda was a favorite, who said they are best selling? I love my Honda Pilot. Chelsea: Mturk researchers say that and the Ford F Series has the best selling pickup since 1977 Gage: Interesting. I had no idea Fords were that popular! Are they affordable for the average worker? Chelsea: The gas prices brought them down in price but they still range 20 to 25 k. the most popular version is the F 150 Gage: That's not a bad price for a truck. How did the gas prices bring down the price? Chelsea: Because the trucks are gas guzzlers so they brought them down since they cost so much for gas. There are 3 Ford divisions in North America Gage: Where are they located?

my favorite movie is gone with the wind.

Gone with the Wind is a 1939 American epic historical romance film, adapted from Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel of the same name. The film was produced by David O. Selznick of Selznick International Pictures and directed by Victor Fleming. Set in the American South against the backdrop of the American Civil War and the Reconstruction era, the film tells the story of Scarlett O'Hara, the strong-willed daughter of a Georgia plantation owner, from her romantic pursuit of Ashley Wilkes, who is married to his cousin, Melanie Hamilton, to her marriage to Rhett Butler. The leading roles are played by Vivien Leigh (Scarlett), Clark Gable (Rhett), Leslie Howard (Ashley), and Olivia de Havilland (Melanie). Production was difficult from the start. Filming was delayed for two years because of Selznick's determination to secure Gable for the role of Rhett Butler, and the "search for Scarlett" led to 1,400 women being interviewed for the part. The original screenplay was written by Sidney Howard and underwent many revisions by several writers in an attempt to get it down to a suitable length. The original director, George Cukor, was fired shortly after filming began and was replaced by Fleming, who in turn was briefly replaced by Sam Wood while Fleming took some time off because he was exhausted. Diego: I've heard Gone with the Wind is quite a famous film, but I don't know much about it. Can you tell me anything about it? Maxwell: Gone with the Wind was an American epic historical romance film that was released in 1939 and based off of a book with the same name. Diego: Interesting, can you tell me briefly about the plot? Maxwell: So the film was set in the American South, with elements of the civil war and the reconstruction era in the background. It follows the story of a plantation owner's daughter and her romantic pursuits of a man. Diego: Sounds quite intense given the time era. Can you tell me who starred in Gone with the Wind? Maxwell: The leading roles in this film were Vivien Leigh, Clarke Gable, Leslie Howard, and Olivia de Havilland. From my vague memory of the movie it was a bit intense. Diego: Never heard of those people, but I guess it's an old film so no surprise. Who wrote the book that the movie was based on? Maxwell: The original author of the book was Margaret Mitchell, and the book had been published in 1936. So that seems to be a pretty quick turn around time to be made into a movie. The movie script had to go through several revisions to whittle down the screentime too. Diego: I guess they figured it was such an important novel they needed to make a movie right away. Maxwell: It was an extremely popular book with American readers and from its release it was the best seller in 1936 and 1937.

i also love orange juice.

Orange juice is the liquid extract of the fruit of the orange tree, produced by squeezing oranges. It comes in several different varieties, including blood orange, navel oranges, valencia orange, clementine, and tangerine. As well as variations in oranges used, some varieties include differing amounts of juice vesicles, known as "pulp" in American English, and "juicy bits" in British English. These vesicles contain the juice of the orange and can be left in or removed during the manufacturing process. How juicy these vesicles are depend upon many factors, such as species, variety, and season. In American English, the beverage name is often abbreviated as "OJ". Due to the importance of oranges to the economy of the state of Florida, "the juice obtained from mature oranges of the species Citrus sinensis and hybrids thereof" was adopted as the official beverage of Florida in 1967. Orange juice (along with grapefruit juice) is offered to every visitor at each of the state's five Florida Welcome Centers. Commercial orange juice with a long shelf life is made by drying and later rehydrating the juice, or by concentrating the juice and later adding water to the concentrate. Prior to drying, the juice may also be pasteurized and oxygen removed from it, necessitating the later addition of a flavor pack, generally made from orange products. Sophie: Do you drink orange juice? I live in Florida, so its everywhere here. Chelsea: I don't but my father does, I know the orange is so important to the Florida economy, that's why orange juice is the official beverage of Florida. Sophie: Oh I didn Chelsea: Yes way back in 1967 it was adopted as the official beverage. Sophie: It totally makes sense! There's so many varieties of oranges or orange like fruits, like the Kamkuat, I dont know if I spelled it right, but those are really sour! Chelsea: There's so many orange hybrids/varieties too, like the blood orange, navel orange, clementine, and even tangerine. Sophie: Which one is the biggest and which is smallest? Chelsea: I'm not sure to be honest, but I know that orange juices vary not only in terms of the varieties of orange used, but also the amount of pulp varies too.

i enjoy deep sea diving.

Underwater diving, as a human activity, is the practice of descending below the water's surface to interact with the environment. Immersion in water and exposure to high ambient pressure have physiological effects that limit the depths and duration possible in ambient pressure diving. Humans are not physiologically and anatomically well adapted to the environmental conditions of diving, and various equipment has been developed to extend the depth and duration of human dives, and allow different types of work to be done. In ambient pressure diving, the diver is directly exposed to the pressure of the surrounding water. The ambient pressure diver may dive on breath-hold, or use breathing apparatus for scuba diving or surface-supplied diving, and the saturation diving technique reduces the risk of decompression sickness (DCS) after long-duration deep dives. Atmospheric diving suits (ADS) may be used to isolate the diver from high ambient pressure. Crewed submersibles can extend depth range, and remotely controlled or robotic machines can reduce risk to humans. The environment exposes the diver to a wide range of hazards, and though the risks are largely controlled by appropriate diving skills, training, types of equipment and breathing gases used depending on the mode, depth and purpose of diving, it remains a relatively dangerous activity. Omar: Hello! Hope you're having a great day, I'm looking at videos of underwater diving! David: how fun! It's so cool to be able to descend below the water's surface to interact with the environment Omar: Yes! I agree so much, I would love to go underwater diving, have you been? David: not yet. You see humans are not physiologically and anatomically well adapted to the conditions of diving so i'm a little bit scared Omar: I'm a bit scared as well, that's why I'm looking up videos so I can learn more. :) David: lol i would rather watch videos :) the diver is directly exposed to the pressure of the surrounding water Omar: I'll watch videos for a long while until I'll ever be comfortable ha! David: you should know that the environment exposes the diver to a wide range of hazzards! Omar: Thank you for the warning, I will prepare myself for that. I'm most interested in seeing how the oxygen exchange works in the mask. David: some divers actually just dive on breath-hold. i would definitely drown without breathing apparatus

my favorite food is 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. John: You know what I like? Sushi. Sushi is a rice dish prepared with several ingredients and typically eaten with your fingers. Kenneth: I really like sushi too. Sashimi is probably one of my favorite things to eat. John: Most people confuse Sushi with Sashimi. Sushi is the rice, whereas Sashimi is the sliced fish that is typically raw. Kenneth: Yea I can imagine that happening quite often. Do you know where sushi originated from? John: Of course! Sushi is from Japan. In fact it's considered along with falafel to be one of the world's first "fast foods." Kenneth: I did not know sushi was considered as a fast food! What else can be made into sushi? John: Really, anything that can be stacked on white or brown rice. Fish, fish eggs, Avocado, crab, lobster...mostly seafood of course. Kenneth: I haven't had sushi with brown rice, maybe I will try that one day though. Is sushi popular outside of Japan? John: Yes it's popular outside Japan! Especially in Western America, where a lot of Japanese immigrants are.

i am also a fulltime student studying radiology at local college.

Radiology is the science that uses medical imaging to diagnose and sometimes also treat diseases within the body. A variety of imaging techniques such as X-ray radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine including positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are used to diagnose and/or treat diseases. Interventional radiology is the performance of (usually minimally invasive) medical procedures with the guidance of imaging technologies. The acquisition of medical images is usually carried out by the radiographer, often known as a "Radiologic Technologist". The Diagnostic Radiologist, a specially trained doctor, then interprets or "reads" the images and produces a report of their findings and impression or diagnosis. In some places, a Reporting Radiographer, a radiographer with advanced training, may also interpret basic images. This report is then transmitted to the Clinician who requested the imaging. The report can initially be made as a "wet-read" which is a rapid preliminary response to a clinical question, which will generally followed later by a final report. Medical images are stored digitally in the picture archiving and communication system (PACS) where they can be viewed by all members of the healthcare team within the same health system and compared later on with future imaging exams. Shawn: Radiology seems so interesting but I really don't know much about it. Brendan: Radiology is the science that uses medical imaging to diagnose and sometimes also treat diseases in the human body i'ts a really important science. would you like to know more? Shawn: That's cool, so yeah I would like to know more! Brendan: Interventional radiology is the performance of medical procedures with the guidance of imaging and the help of technology. Shawn: That sounds so futuristic! What other forms of radiology are there? Brendan: Paediatric radiology (or pediatric radiology) is a subspecialty of radiology involving the imaging of fetuses, infants, children, and young adults mostly of people under 25. Shawn: That makes a lot of sense! Any others? Brendan: not that i know of i just find Radiology such an amazing subject.

i like running in marathons.

The marathon is a long-distance running race with an official distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.219 miles, or 26 miles 385 yards), usually run as a road race. The event was instituted in commemoration of the fabled run of the Greek soldier Pheidippides, a messenger from the Battle of Marathon to Athens, who reported the victory. The marathon was one of the original modern Olympic events in 1896, though the distance did not become standardized until 1921. More than 800 marathons are held throughout the world each year, with the vast majority of competitors being recreational athletes as larger marathons can have tens of thousands of participants. The name "Marathon" comes from the legend of Philippides or Pheidippides, the Greek messenger. The legend states that he was sent from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens to announce that the Persians had been defeated in the Battle of Marathon (in which he had just fought), which took place in August or September, 490 BC. It is said that he ran the entire distance without stopping and burst into the assembly, exclaiming ("nenikēkamen", "we have won! "), before collapsing and dying. The account of the run from Marathon to Athens first appears in Plutarch's "On the Glory of Athens" in the 1st century AD, which quotes from Heraclides Ponticus's lost work, giving the runner's name as either Thersipus of Erchius or Eucles. Isaac: Hi have you ever ran in a marathon? Amber: I've never ran a marathon personally. My dad did when I was just a little kid. I did run track though. How about you? Isaac: I have not ran one. did you know the marathon has an official distance of 42.195 kilometers? Amber: I didn't know the kilometer distance. I know it's measure as 26.2 miles in the US. Interesting that we haven't started using the metric system. Do you like running over 5 miles? Isaac: I am not a big runner myself. One cool thing i just found out is that the original modern Olympic event held the first ever official marathon in 1896 Amber: What a cool fact. Crazy to think that people have been running that distance for so long. I like the idea of summer games having multiple events like short and long distance races. Isaac: Yeah! The Summer sports are my favorite to watch and play. One more fact, the first ever olympics had participants actually die from attempting to run such far distances Amber: I wonder if that is why they started spreading the games out every 4 years - too many competitors were dying off??

spiders scare the life out of me.

Spiders (order Araneae) are air-breathing arthropods that have eight legs and chelicerae with fangs that inject venom. They are the largest order of arachnids and rank seventh in total species diversity among all other orders of organisms. Spiders are found worldwide on every continent except for Antarctica, and have become established in nearly every habitat with the exceptions of air and sea colonization. , at least 45,700 spider species, and 113 families have been recorded by taxonomists. However, there has been dissension within the scientific community as to how all these families should be classified, as evidenced by the over 20 different classifications that have been proposed since 1900. Anatomically, spiders differ from other arthropods in that the usual body segments are fused into two tagmata, the cephalothorax and abdomen, and joined by a small, cylindrical pedicel. Unlike insects, spiders do not have antennae. In all except the most primitive group, the Mesothelae, spiders have the most centralized nervous systems of all arthropods, as all their ganglia are fused into one mass in the cephalothorax. Unlike most arthropods, spiders have no extensor muscles in their limbs and instead extend them by hydraulic pressure. Kiara: Spiders freak me out. And you can't get away from them, they are on every continent except for Antartica! Cole: Spiders are almost as bad as snakes! Kiara: Yes they sure are. Whats also insane is how many different species of them there are, the number is at 45,700. That is just such a huge number. Cole: That is mindblowing. My dad once got bit by a black widow. His hand really swelled up for days Kiara: Oh wow I hope he was okay. Yea spiders inject venom through their fangs which are on their chelicerae. Cole: It as really scary. Whats your favorite spider? Kiara: I would have to say its the tarantula. They are a large and hairy spider, and there are actually 900 species of them that have been identified. Cole: I love that species of spider as well! I wonder how many of them are in the United States

i live on a small farm in ohio.

Ohio is a Midwestern state in the Great Lakes region of the United States. Ohio is the 34th largest by area, the 7th most populous, and the 10th most densely populated of the 50 United States. The state's capital and largest city is Columbus. The state takes its name from the Ohio River. The name originated from the Seneca language word " ohiːyo"', meaning "great river" or "large creek". Partitioned from the Northwest Territory, the state was admitted to the Union as the 17th state (and the first under the Northwest Ordinance) on March 1, 1803. Ohio is historically known as the "Buckeye State" after its Ohio buckeye trees, and Ohioans are also known as "Buckeyes". The government of Ohio is composed of the executive branch, led by the Governor; the legislative branch, which comprises the Ohio General Assembly; and the judicial branch, which is led by the state Supreme Court. Ohio occupies 16 seats in the United States House of Representatives. Ohio is known for its status as both a swing state and a bellwether in national elections. Six Presidents of the United States have been elected who had Ohio as their home state. Ohio derives from Seneca (an Iroquois language) as their name for the Ohio River/ Alleghany River, "Ohi:yo". Damian: Do you know much about Ohio? Are largest city and capital is Columbus. Layla: I haven't been there but I know people who live there. Is it pretty cold up there? Damian: It gets freezing! Especially if you live by the Ohio River. Layla: What about in the summer? Does it get pretty warm? Damian: It stays pretty mild in the summer months. We are in the Great Lakes region so it's pretty far north. Layla: I've always wanted to visit the Great Lakes. Have you been to all of them? Damian: Funny you should mention that. I just got back from Lake Superior up in Michigan. Next will be Lake Erie. Layla: I bet you're having a blast! Is it still warm enough to go swimming right now?

i want to go to mars.

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System after Mercury. In English, Mars carries a name of the Roman god of war, and is often referred to as the "Red Planet" because the reddish iron oxide prevalent on its surface gives it a reddish appearance that is distinctive among the astronomical bodies visible to the naked eye. Mars is a terrestrial planet with a thin atmosphere, having surface features reminiscent both of the impact craters of the Moon and the valleys, deserts, and polar ice caps of Earth. The rotational period and seasonal cycles of Mars are likewise similar to those of Earth, as is the tilt that produces the seasons. Mars is the site of Olympus Mons, the largest volcano and second-highest known mountain in the Solar System, and of Valles Marineris, one of the largest canyons in the Solar System. The smooth Borealis basin in the northern hemisphere covers 40% of the planet and may be a giant impact feature. Mars has two moons, Phobos and Deimos, which are small and irregularly shaped. These may be captured asteroids, similar to 5261 Eureka, a Mars trojan. There are ongoing investigations assessing the past habitability potential of Mars, as well as the possibility of extant life. Bailey: I would absolutely love to go to mars! Mya: It would be really neat to see 2 moons on the horizon Bailey: Mars has two moons? That is so cool. What else is special about Mars? Mya: Mars has the highest volcano in the entire solar system, Olympus Mons Bailey: A volcano. What if it erupts? Maybe I should rethink the trip. Mya: It is unlikely they are still active. Bailey: Whew. I feel better now. You are an expert on Mars. What else do you think I might want to know? Mya: The features of mars are much like our ownwith valleys, peaks, and desserts.

i eat eggs and bacon for breakfast.

Bacon is a type of salt-cured pork. Bacon is prepared from several different cuts of meat, typically from the pork belly or from back cuts, which has less fat than the belly. It is eaten on its own, as a side dish (particularly in breakfasts), or used as a minor ingredient to flavour dishes (e.g., the club sandwich). Bacon is also used for barding and larding roasts, especially game, including venison and pheasant. The word is derived from the Old High German "bacho", meaning "buttock", "ham" or "side of bacon", and is cognate with the Old French "bacon". Meat from other animals, such as beef, lamb, chicken, goat, or turkey, may also be cut, cured, or otherwise prepared to resemble bacon, and may even be referred to as "bacon". Such use is common in areas with significant Jewish and Muslim populations, both of which prohibit the consumption of pigs. Bacon is cured through either a process of injecting with or soaking in brine, known as wet curing, or using plain salt, known as dry curing. Bacon brine has added curing ingredients, most notably sodium nitrite or, less often, potassium nitrate (saltpeter), which speed the curing and stabilize color. Fresh bacon may then be dried for weeks or months in cold air, or it may be smoked of boiled. Cody: Do you enjoy bacon? It's basically a type of salt-cured pork. Jacqueline: Bacon is the most amazing food on the entire planet! Haha! I could put bacon on anything! What do you like to put bacon on? Cody: Sometimes I have it alone or as a side dish, but usually I put it on things like club sandwiches. What about you? Jacqueline: I think there's nothing better than a BLT with crunchy bacon and fresh lettuce and tomato. And mayo of course! How do you cook your bacon? I do mine on a flat top skillet. Cody: My wife usually cooks it, and I have no idea what she does (but it tastes good). Have you ever tried a non-pork bacon, like turkey or chicken bacon? Jacqueline: No, actually I haven't! I think it's supposed to be a little healthier than traditional bacon? I wonder how long ago bacon was invented? I'll bet it's been around forever! Cody: Bacon has been around for as long as we've been keeping pigs, although not all groups eat bacon. Jewish and Muslim people aren't allowed, so they have to eat things like turkey bacon instead. Jacqueline: Oh, yes I suppose that's true! It's good that there's an alternative for them! Everybody deserves bacon! Haha! Cody: Plus, turkey bacon can be up to 90% fat free, so it's quite healthy. But it just doesn't taste the same as the real thing!!!

i wear glasses.

Glasses, also known as eyeglasses or spectacles, are devices consisting of glass or hard plastic lenses mounted in a frame that holds them in front of a person's eyes, typically using a bridge over the nose and arms which rest over the ears. Glasses are typically used for vision correction, such as with reading glasses and glasses used for nearsightedness. Safety glasses provide eye protection against flying debris for construction workers or lab technicians; these glasses may have protection for the sides of the eyes as well as in the lenses. Some types of safety glasses are used to protect against visible and near-visible light or radiation. Glasses are worn for eye protection in some sports, such as squash. Glasses wearers may use a strap to prevent the glasses from falling off during movement or sports. Wearers of glasses that are used only part of the time may have the glasses attached to a cord that goes around their neck, to prevent the loss of the glasses. Sunglasses allow better vision in bright daylight, and may protect one's eyes against damage from high levels of ultraviolet light. Typical sunglasses are darkened for protection against bright light or glare; some specialized glasses are clear in dark or indoor conditions, but turn into sunglasses when in bright light. Justin: I wear glasses to help me see better. They are made of glass and mounted in a frame that holds them in place. Austin: They are really handy, i like wearing driving glasses, they make you see better Justin: They sure are. Glasses are often used for vision correction such as for reading. Austin: i wear them also for vision at home, im a bit shortsighted, i have to wear them when im driving also Justin: Yeah, same here. There are also safety glasses used for eye protection from flying debris. Austin: Yes, people use them when cutting wood, or working with metal, and a lot of other stuff, i like polarized sunglasses, i see even better using them Justin: Sunglasses are great for outdoor eye protection. There used to be called sun cheaters in the early 20th century. Austin: haha, that was a fun name for them, my favorite sunglasses brand is RayBan, have you heard of it?

i am a student living at home while pursuing my music industry degree.

Electronic music is music that employs electronic musical instruments, digital instruments and circuitry-based music technology. In general, a distinction can be made between sound produced using electromechanical means (electroacoustic music), and that produced using electronics only. Electromechanical instruments include mechanical elements, such as strings, hammers, and so on, and electric elements, such as magnetic pickups, power amplifiers and loudspeakers. Examples of electromechanical sound producing devices include the telharmonium, Hammond organ, and the electric guitar, which are typically made loud enough for performers and audiences to hear with an instrument amplifier and speaker cabinet. Pure electronic instruments do not have vibrating strings, hammers, or other sound-producing mechanisms. Devices such as the theremin, synthesizer, and computer can produce electronic sounds. The first electronic devices for performing music were developed at the end of the 19th century, and shortly afterward Italian futurists explored sounds that had not been considered musical. During the 1920s and 1930s, electronic instruments were introduced and the first compositions for electronic instruments were made. Jacqueline: I love Electronic Music! It uses instruments and mechanical elements while missing in others standard instruments! Its usually called "EDM". What kind of music do you listen to? Grant: I like some EDM. But I listen to a lot of Punk, Metal, Bluegrass and Symphony Jacqueline: What does Bluegrass music use for their melody? I've never heard of that genre of music! Grant: American roots music named after Kentucky mandolin player and songwriter Bill Monroe's band, the Bluegrass Boys Jacqueline: Ah I realize that its influenced by Irish, Scottish, and English traditional music. Any recommendations for artists to start listening to Bluegrass music? Grant: I'm actually Scottish so it works well. Check out Runrig they are from Scotland and have a Bluegreass feel or Flogging Molly. As for bluegreass Dell Watson is amazing. What EDM do you like? Jacqueline: I'll definitely check those groups out when I get the chance! I listen to various people especially in the Top Charts, like DJ Snake and Martin Garrix. Then I listen to small timers like Cosmo Midnight, Odesza, and Porter Robinson! It all depends on my mood. Grant: I seen Hardwell in Manhattan last month. Do you listen to him? Jacqueline: Yes! I absolutely listen to him! What are some of your favorite tracks from him? And was his concert worth it? Grant: He was solo. It was at a club call FREQ. It was a great show. He was on stage until almost 5 am. I don't have just one favorite track, do you?

i had a gig at local theater last night.

The Improv is a comedy club franchise. Originally, it was a single venue founded in 1963 by Budd Friedman and located in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City on West 44th near the SE corner of 9th Ave. A second location was opened in 1974 at 8162 Melrose Avenue in the Fairfax District of Los Angeles, California (the old location of the Ash Grove). In 1979 Mark Lonow became a general partner and with Budd Friedman ran the Melrose club and oversaw the expansion of the single room as it became a successful chain. In 1982 the LA Improv became the original site for the A&E Network television series "An Evening at the Improv", running from 1982 until 1996, and was produced by Larry O'Daly, created by O'Daly and Barbara Hosie-O'Daly, with Budd Friedman as a warm-up host. Other locations have opened since then, such as in Tampa, Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Atlantic City, and Louisville, Kentucky. Levity Entertainment Group is the largest shareholder of The Improv comedy clubs. The Improv was the place to see Richard Pryor, Robert Klein, Steve Landesberg, Bette Midler, Lily Tomlin, Jay Leno, and others when they were just starting out. Dustin Hoffman played piano there. On any given night in the later 1970s, one could see Gilbert Gottfried, Joe Piscopo, Bruce Mahler, Mark Schiff, Larry David, and many others. Edwin: Do you watch much comedy like The Improv? Jessica: Like jokers wild? I love comedy Edwin: I have heard that show is hosted by Barry Cryer, but have not seen it. Do you like it? Jessica: Yeah it's funny. I use to watch whose line is it anyway with Drew Carey. have you heard of it? Edwin: I love Drew Carey. He has hosted the Price is Right since 2007 CBS. Jessica: Yeah that show is awesome. I watch it off and on Edwin: Carey was raised in Old Brooklyn a neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio? Jessica: Interesting. He's awesome. I'm glad he got a life time job with the price is right. I've always wanted to go to cleveland Edwin: Cleveland is a city in the U.S. state ohio. Jessica: Are you a lebron james fan?

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. Alyssa: I love sports and the one that I recently got into is mountaineering - which involves intense climbing! Isaac: I have never done that but am interested and would like to know more about it Alyssa: Well, intense mountaineering involves scaling the faces of mountains, but novices can get into the sport by simply hiking...if it involves scrambling over basic grades of rocks, of course. Isaac: Oh that is a lot more intense than backpacking! Is there special equipment needed? Alyssa: It really depends on where you are mountaineering at. For example, if it's a snow laden area, you would want skis, or other such gear that makes it easier to traverse through the snow. Isaac: I know rock climbing is popular is mountaineering very popular? Alyssa: It's very popular amongst those who love traveling to exotic places. I would say it is much easier to get into rock climbing than it is to get into mountaineering. Isaac: Is it the same thing as Alpining?

i really like watching star trek.

Star Trek is an American media franchise based on the science fiction television series created by Gene Roddenberry. The first television series, simply called "Star Trek" and now referred to as """", debuted in 1966 and aired for three seasons on the television network NBC. It followed the interstellar adventures of Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and his crew aboard the starship USS "Enterprise", a space exploration vessel, built by the United Federation of Planets in the twenty-third century. The "Star Trek" canon of the franchise includes "The Original Series", an animated series, five spin-off television series, the film franchise, and further adaptations in several media. In creating "Star Trek", Roddenberry was inspired by the Horatio Hornblower novels, the satirical book "Gulliver's Travels", and by works of western genre such as the television series "Wagon Train". These adventures continued in the short-lived "" and six feature films. Four spin-off television series were eventually produced: "" followed the crew of a new starship "Enterprise" set a century after the original series; "" and "" set contemporaneously with "The Next Generation"; and "" set before the original series in the early days of human interstellar travel. Andrew: Do you like Star Trek. Eric: I do though I like the television series better than the movies Andrew: I prefer the movies myself. Eric: The 1979 movie - the first Star Trek movie made - was good, but they got worse as they went along Andrew: That I agree with but the most recent one was great. Eric: Is that one Star Trek V the final frontier? The one made in 1989? Andrew: No this came out last year. Eric: Which one is that? I know Star Trek VI was the undiscovered country and came out in 1991. Andrew: Star Trek Frontier is the name I believe. Eric: There have been so many films now. The 11th one came out in 2009!

i play electric violin , and also work as an accountant.

An electric violin is a violin equipped with an electronic output of its sound. The term most properly refers to an instrument intentionally made to be electrified with built-in pickups, usually with a solid body. It can also refer to a violin fitted with an electric pickup of some type, although "amplified violin" or "electro-acoustic violin" are more accurate in that case. Electrically amplified violins have been used in one form or another since the 1920s; jazz and blues artist Stuff Smith is generally credited as being one of the first performers to adapt pickups and amplifiers to violins. The Electro Stringed Instrument Corporation, National String Instrument Corporation and Vega Company sold electric violins in the 1930s and 1940s; Fender produced a very small number of electric violins in 1958 (first production model pictured at the head of this page), and resissued it again in 1969 until 1975. Barcus Berry have been producing electric violins since the mid-1960s and in the early 1970s Max Mathews began developing an electric violin which reached completion in 1984 During the 1980s more companies were formed producing their own brand of electric violin, such as RAAD or The Amazing Electric Violin and ZETA. Isaiah: I play electric violin.It is one of my hobbies. Juliana: The one equipped with an output of sound? What songs do you like to play? Isaiah: I like to play version of rock and roll. Juliana: Yeah the genre of rap is very broad and has stuff like the gospel, jump, blues and jazz. Isaiah: I also into jazz and blues.The old classics. Juliana: Yeah its almost like the classical music for Americans. Do you like classical music? Isaiah: I like to hear, but not to play.It does not sound good on my Electric violin Juliana: Yeah it must be so unique to have a string violin with an electric sound.

i want to be a journalist but instead i sell washers at sears.

Sears, Roebuck and Company, colloquially known as Sears, is an American chain of department stores founded by Richard Warren Sears and Alvah Curtis Roebuck in 1892 and 1906. Formerly based at the Sears Tower in Chicago and currently headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, the operation began as a mail ordering catalog company and began opening retail locations in 1925. The first location was in Evansville, Indiana. The company was bought by the management of the American big box chain Kmart in 2005, the Kmart management formed Sears Holdings upon completion of the merger. In terms of domestic revenue, Sears was the largest retailer in the United States until October 1989, when Walmart surpassed the record. As of 2017, Sears is the 23rd largest retailer in the United States overall. Sears had divisions in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico, but were sold as well as several other subsidiaries within its brand. Richard Warren Sears came from a wealthy family, but lost it all in speculation. Sears then started working as a railroad station agent in North Redwood, Minnesota, as well as in Minneapolis. While in Redwood, a jeweler received an impressive shipment of watches which were unwanted. Adrianna: i like to write Erica: Do you? I'm interested in ancient '90s strip-mall stores, like Sears. Even though Sears was founded in 1892, it reminds me of the '90s. Adrianna: i work at sears Erica: How do you like it? Do you happen to work at one in Indiana? The first Sears store ever built was in Evansville, Indiana. I'm sure it was quite the affair at the time. Adrianna: i sell washer Erica: Wasn't Sears bought by Kmart? I think in 2005... How did you feel about the merger? Were you with the company at the time? Adrianna: i was Erica: They bought Sears for $11 BILLION... can you imagine? I just think of Sears as the place my mom used to buy tires from. Adrianna: wow thats a lot of money Erica: I mean, I suppose it makes sense. Sears was the biggest retail chain in the US until 1989. So it must have been pretty valuable, still, if you account for real estate, inventory, and all that.

i teach 5th grade students near oakville , ny.

Elementary school is a school for students in their first school years, where they get primary education before they enter secondary education. The exact ages vary by country. In the United States, elementary schools usually have 6 grades with pupils aged between 6 and 12, but the age ranges 6 to 10 and 6 to 14 also exist. In Japan, the age of pupils in elementary school ranges from 6 to 12, after which the pupils enter junior high school. Elementary school is usually only one part of compulsory education, especially in Western countries. (Scotland) leave nursery age 4 and start primary school for the next 7 years which would be primary 1 (age 4 to 5) and so on until primary 7 which would be the last year at primary school at age (10 to 11) then after that off to high school at age 11 to 12 Angelina: I just got my first job out of college as an elementary school teacher! Reagan: Remember Elementary School? Who was your first grade teacher? Angelina: I don't remember my first grade teacher at all, actually. I don't remember what I learned in first grade either. Reagan: Wow! Everybody remembers their first grade teacher? How old were you? Actual age of attendance varies by country. Angelina: I think I was about 6 or 7 at the time. It was 2001. Reagan: Did you go to a K-6 school. One with 6 grades? Angelina: My elementary school had grades K-5, actually. 6th grade was the start of Middle School. Reagan: That is becoming more common. In Japan all children over 12 go to junior high. Angelina: I would love to visit Japan. Their culture seems so pleasant. Reagan: I agree. I've always wanted to go. I like their education system as well. Their elementary education ages ranging from 6-12 is outstanding.

i wish i could live in iceland.

Iceland (; , ) is a Nordic island country of Europe located in the North Atlantic Ocean. It has a population of and an area of , making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population. Iceland is volcanically and geologically active. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains, and glaciers, while many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle. Its high latitude and marine influence keep summers chilly, with most of the archipelago having a tundra climate. According to the ancient manuscript "Landnámabók", the settlement of Iceland began in 874 AD when the Norwegian chieftain Ingólfr Arnarson became the first permanent settler on the island. In the following centuries, Norwegians, and to a lesser extent other Scandinavians, emigrated to Iceland, bringing with them thralls (i.e. slaves or serfs) of Gaelic origin. The island was governed as an independent commonwealth under the Althing, one of the world's oldest functioning legislative assemblies. Trinity: I just came back from Iceland, the European country in the North Atlantic Ocean. I learned so much about the place. Matthew: That sounds awesome, how far away was that from home? Trinity: Im from the USA so very far. Iceland happens to be the most sparsely populated European countries. This makes it great to travel to. Matthew: That sounds like a long travel though, I am glad it turned out well Trinity: Iceland was absolutely beautiful. You can see lava fields, glaciers, and massive mountains. Matthew: That sounds amazing, it seems to have i all, I always wanted to see lava fields Trinity: Iceland is also geologically active because of the movements of the glaciers. It is also still volcanically active. Matthew: That seems to be a super unique place! I need to visit sometime! Trinity: You can visit Iceland and start at the capital city Reykjavic. This holds two-thirds of Iceland's population. Matthew: Wow really, that must be a small country compared to other places then!

i can play the piano.

Classical music is art music produced or rooted in the traditions of Western culture, including both liturgical (religious) and secular music. While a more precise term is also used to refer to the period from 1750 to 1820 (the Classical period), this article is about the broad span of time from before the 6th century AD to the present day, which includes the Classical period and various other periods. The central norms of this tradition became codified between 1550 and 1900, which is known as the common-practice period. The major time divisions of Western art music are as follows: European art music is largely distinguished from many other non-European classical and some popular musical forms by its system of staff notation, in use since about the 11th century. Western staff notation is used by composers to indicate to the performer the pitches (which form the melodies, basslines and chords), tempo, metre and rhythms for a piece of music. This can leave less room for practices such as improvisation and "ad libitum" ornamentation, which are frequently heard in non-European art music and in popular-music styles such as jazz and blues. Another difference is that whereas most popular styles adopt the song (strophic) form or a derivation of this form, classical music has been noted for its development of highly sophisticated forms of instrumental music such as the symphony, concerto, fugue, sonata, and mixed vocal and instrumental styles such as opera, cantata, and mass. Landon: My favorite genre of music is classical. Do you enjoy classical music? Julian: Oh yes, baroque is my favorite period. What do you know about it? Landon: I know that classical music is rooted in western culture, with influences from both liturgical and secular music. Julian: Who were some famous classical musicians? Landon: Bach, Beethoven, etc. The classical period occurred from 1750 to 1820 Julian: Do modern orchestras play classical music? Landon: Yes, modern orchestras definitely play classical music. The term orchestra derives from the Greek. The name for the area in front of the stage. Julian: Was there singing involved in it?

i eat ice cream when i am sad.

Ice cream (derived from earlier iced cream or cream ice) is a sweetened frozen food typically eaten as a snack or dessert. It is usually made from dairy products, such as milk and cream, and often combined with fruits or other ingredients and flavors. It is typically sweetened with sugar or sugar substitutes. Typically, flavourings and colourings are added in addition to stabilizers. The mixture is stirred to incorporate air spaces and cooled below the freezing point of water to prevent detectable ice crystals from forming. The result is a smooth, semi-solid foam that is solid at very low temperatures (< ). It becomes more malleable as its temperature increases. The meaning of the phrase "ice cream" varies from one country to another. Phrases such as "frozen custard", "frozen yogurt", "sorbet", "gelato" and others are used to distinguish different varieties and styles. In some countries, such as the United States, the phrase "ice cream" applies only to a specific variety, and most governments regulate the commercial use of the various terms according to the relative quantities of the main ingredients, notably the amount of cream. Products that do not meet the criteria to be called ice cream are labelled "frozen dairy dessert" instead. Natalie: I really like ice cream and have been sad lately. Which means I eat a lot of ice cream because they make me feel better. Dominic: Yes, I like ice cream too. Especially in this hot weather in the summer. Do you? Natalie: I do too. Have you ever heard of bacon ice cream? This is a surprising combination but it's good! Dominic: I have heard of it, but never tried it. I like Rocky Road pretty good What's your favorite flavor? Natalie: I like a simple Vanilla. Neapolitan is good too. Dominic: Yes, and vanilla is perfect a la mode! Do you like it with pie? Natalie: I do, this is a wonderful combination. Speaking of vanilla it reminds me of vanilla coke, that's a good flavor. Dominic: Yes, floats are pretty tasty. Ice cream can be used in many ways. I really like homemade ice cream too, do you?

i play a lot of video games.

Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer online first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released in May 2016 for Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. "Overwatch" assigns players into two teams of six, with each player selecting from a roster of over 20 characters, known in-game as "heroes", each with a unique style of play, whose roles are divided into four general categories: Offense, Defense, Tank, and Support. Players on a team work together to secure and defend control points on a map or escort a payload across the map in a limited amount of time. Players gain cosmetic rewards that do not affect gameplay, such as character skins and victory poses, as they play the game. The game was initially launched with casual play, with a competitive ranked mode, various 'arcade' game modes, and a player-customizable server browser subsequently included following its release. Additionally, Blizzard has developed and added new characters, maps, and game modes post-release, while stating that all "Overwatch" updates will remain free, with the only additional cost to players being microtransactions to earn additional cosmetic rewards. "Overwatch" is Blizzard's fourth major franchise and came about following the 2014 cancellation of the ambitious massively multiplayer online role-playing game "Titan". Angel: I know a lot of people that play Overwatch. Do you play Overwatch? Angela: That you can play on Playstation 4? I do not care for that game. Angel: I have tried to play a demo of it. I didn't like it much either. Angela: It seems too violent with the first-person shooting. Angel: Eh. It's not too bad. I play a lot of video games and it was a little too cartoony for me Angela: Oh. It was made after Titan got canceled in 2014. Angel: I am not familiar with Titan. What was that? Angela: It was a big multiplayer online role-playing game that the same maker of Overwatch had made, their third franchise. Angel: Ah I see. I was never a fan of Blizzard games. They are VERY popular though and people really enjoy them! Angela: I guess they like the interesting characters.

my favorite food is cheese.

Cheese is a food derived from milk that is produced in a wide range of flavors, textures, and forms by coagulation of the milk protein casein. It comprises proteins and fat from milk, usually the milk of cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. During production, the milk is usually acidified, and adding the enzyme rennet causes coagulation. The solids are separated and pressed into final form. Some cheeses have molds on the rind, the outer layer, or throughout. Most cheeses melt at cooking temperature. Hundreds of types of cheese from various countries are produced. Their styles, textures and flavors depend on the origin of the milk (including the animal's diet), whether they have been pasteurized, the butterfat content, the bacteria and mold, the processing, and aging. Herbs, spices, or wood smoke may be used as flavoring agents. The yellow to red color of many cheeses, such as Red Leicester, is produced by adding annatto. Other ingredients may be added to some cheeses, such as black pepper, garlic, chives or cranberries. For a few cheeses, the milk is curdled by adding acids such as vinegar or lemon juice. Most cheeses are acidified to a lesser degree by bacteria, which turn milk sugars into lactic acid, then the addition of rennet completes the curdling. Nicole: I sure love cheese. It is a food derived from milk and is produced in many flavors and textures. Luke: What's your favorite type of cheese? Nicole: The textures and flavor depend on the origin of the milk and the butterfat content. I personally like gouda the most. Luke: What gives cheese it's yellow color? Nicole: The yellow and sometimes red color of many cheeses is produced by adding annatto. It is a spice. Luke: What is the best way to store cheese? Nicole: Depending on whether the cheese is acidified, it should be refrigerated. There are several shelf-stable cheeses however. Bacteria and milk sugars can cause mold to form. Luke: Is cheese healthy to eat? Nicole: Yes in fact many people think it is health to eat mold found on cheese rinds, the outer layer, or throughout. They think it has essential vitamins and nutrients. Luke: Eww, mold is nasty. No thanks.

i like lizards.

Lizards are a widespread group of squamate reptiles, with over 6,000 species, ranging across all continents except Antarctica, as well as most oceanic island chains. The group is paraphyletic as it excludes the snakes and Amphisbaenia which are also squamates. Lizards range in size from chameleons and geckos a few centimeters long to the 3 meter long Komodo dragon. Most lizards are quadrupedal, running with a strong side-to-side motion. Others are legless, and have long snake-like bodies. Some such as the forest-dwelling "Draco" lizards are able to glide. They are often territorial, the males fighting off other males and signalling, often with brightly colours, to attract mates and to intimidate rivals. Lizards are mainly carnivorous, often being sit-and-wait predators; many smaller species eat insects, while the Komodo eats mammals as big as water buffalo. Lizards make use of a variety of antipredator adaptations, including venom, camouflage, reflex bleeding, and the ability to sacrifice and regrow their tails. The adult length of species within the suborder ranges from a few centimeters for chameleons such as "Brookesia micra" and geckos such as "Sphaerodactylus ariasae" to nearly in the case of the largest living varanid lizard, the Komodo dragon. Tristan: Hi, I find lizards fascinating! Samantha: They are very interesting, and there are so many different kinds of them, 6000 species! Tristan: Oh my gosh! 6000 species? That sounds unbelievable... what areas do they live in? Samantha: They can actually be found in every continent except Antarctica. Tristan: Interesting. I wonder why not Antarctica. Do they have to live in hot areas only? Or they just haven't got to travel there? Samantha: I think it's because reptiles need enough heat to survive. That place is too cold for them. Tristan: That makes sense. They look like crocodiles and gators so they probably have the same "needs" - do you really think they came from Dinosaurs? Samantha: Actually I think they are different, birds are the only dinosaur link that survived.

my mother and father are both in the church choir.

A choir () (also known as a quire, chorale or chorus) is a musical ensemble of singers. Choral music, in turn, is the music written specifically for such an ensemble to perform. Choirs may perform music from the classical music repertoire, which spans from the Medieval era to the present, or popular music repertoire. Most choirs are led by a conductor, who leads the performances with arm and face gestures. A body of singers who perform together as a group is called a choir or chorus. The former term is very often applied to groups affiliated with a church (whether or not they actually occupy the choir) and the second to groups that perform in theatres or concert halls, but this distinction is far from rigid. Choirs may sing without instrumental accompaniment, with the accompaniment of a piano or pipe organ, with a small ensemble (e.g., harpsichord, cello and double bass for a Baroque piece), or with a full orchestra of 70 to 100 musicians. The term "Choir" has the secondary definition of a subset of an ensemble; thus one speaks of the "woodwind choir" of an orchestra, or different "choirs" of voices or instruments in a polychoral composition. In typical 18th- to 21st-century oratorios and masses, chorus or choir is usually understood to imply more than one singer per part, in contrast to the quartet of soloists also featured in these works. Hector: My parents are both in a Church choir. Have you ever been in one? Matthew: No my family wasnt very into church. Hector: Ah, well a choir is a musical ensemble of singers. I've never really been into it myself Matthew: yea im not very good at singing so i wouldnt want to do that Hector: Most choirs are led by a conductor with arm and face gestures, so it can be quite demanding at times. It looks fun from the stands, but it's actually hard work! Matthew: Yea and it takes quite a high pitched and good voice to pull it off well. Hector: No kidding. Generally, they perform music from classical pieces or Medieval era music Matthew: Yea its quite a dated practice but can be nice to listen to. Hector: Well, for a while. After a time your ears kind of hurt since it's usually done in a very..echo friendly room lol Matthew: yea i can imagine with how high pitched the voices are.

my favorite show is scobby doo.

Scooby-Doo is an American animated cartoon franchise, comprising many animated television series produced from 1969 to the present day. Writers Joe Ruby and Ken Spears created the original series, "Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! ", for Hanna-Barbera Productions in 1969. This Saturday-morning cartoon series featured four teenagers—Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, and Norville "Shaggy" Rogers—and their talking brown Great Dane named Scooby-Doo, who solve mysteries involving supposedly supernatural creatures through a series of antics and missteps. Following the success of the original series, Hanna-Barbera and its successor Warner Bros. Animation have produced numerous follow-up and spin-off animated series and several related works, including television specials and made-for-TV movies, a line of direct-to-video films, and two Warner Bros.–produced theatrical feature films. Some versions of "Scooby-Doo" feature different variations on the show's supernatural theme, and include characters such as Scooby's cousin Scooby-Dum and nephew Scrappy-Doo in addition to or instead of some of the original characters. "Scooby-Doo" was originally broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1975, when it moved to ABC. Nathan: i love cartoons especially scooby-doo Cesar: Cartoons are awesome. Hanna-Barbera did an excellent job of creating them, founded in 1957 by MGM Nathan: yes and they are so funny Cesar: One of my favorites is Tom & Jerry that was created back in 1940! Nathan: yes i like that one as well Cesar: they were created in the Golden Age of Animation that was considered from 1928-1969 Nathan: they dont make them like they use to Cesar: No they sure don't. the US has a worldwide effect on animation Nathan: well it was fun while it lasted Cesar: Walt Disney is a Huge producer of animated cartoons and films. they have 56 feature films

i enjoy playing video games.

Minecraft is a sandbox video game created and designed by Swedish game designer Markus "Notch" Persson, and later fully developed and published by Mojang. The creative and building aspects of "Minecraft" allow players to build with a variety of different cubes in a 3D procedurally generated world. Other activities in the game include exploration, resource gathering, crafting, and combat. Multiple gameplay modes are available, including a survival mode where the player must acquire resources to build the world and maintain health, a creative mode where players have unlimited resources to build with and the ability to fly, an adventure mode where players can play custom maps created by other players, and a spectator mode where players can freely move throughout a world without being affected by gravity or collisions. The PC version of the game is noted for its modding scene, where users create new gameplay mechanics, items, and assets for the game. "Minecraft" received praise from critics and has won numerous awards and accolades. Social media, parodies, adaptations, merchandise, and the MineCon convention played large roles in popularizing the game. It has also been used in educational environments, especially in the realm of computing systems, as virtual computers and hardware devices have been built in it. Kaitlyn: Have you ever played Minecraft? I'm amazed at how much you can do in such a simple game! Allison: Ive played final fantasy, have you played it? Kaitlyn: Of course! I loved Final Fantasy X-2. Riku was my favorite character! Which one did you play? Allison: i played the 3rd one but its a really challenging game. what other games do you play? Kaitlyn: I recently beat BioShock Infinite; it was crazy! The ending was such a surprise! Have you played it? Allison: no, im more of a 90 player, games like zelda lol Kaitlyn: Ah, Nintendo! I'm almost done playing the new Zelda game for the Switch, Breath of the Wild! Have you played it? Allison: yes i did, it was awesome

i have two dogs.

Pit bull is the common name for a type of dog. Formal breeds often considered in North America to be of the pit bull type include the American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bully, and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The American Bulldog is also sometimes included. Many of these breeds were originally developed as fighting dogs from cross breeding bull-baiting dogs (used to hold the faces and heads of larger animals such as bulls) and terriers. After the use of dogs in blood sports was banned, such dogs were used as catch dogs in the United States for semi-wild cattle and hogs, to hunt and drive livestock, and as family companions. Despite dog fighting now being illegal in the United States, it still exists as an underground activity, and pit bulls are a common breed of choice. The term pit bull is often used loosely to describe dogs with similar physical characteristics, and the morphological (physical) variation amongst "bully breed" dogs makes it difficult for anyone, even experts, to visually identify them as distinct from "non-pit bulls". While mixed breed dogs are often labeled as "pit bulls" if they have certain physical characteristics such as a square shaped head or bulky body type, visual identification of mixed breed dogs is not recommended by the scholarly community. Miguel: I have two pit bulls they are very protective pets Margaret: Do you have American Pit Bull Terriers? Miguel: Yes I do , Do you know anything about them? Margaret: They are medium sized and short haired dogs. Miguel: Yes I wonder how the breed originated? Margaret: Many breeds were originally developed as fighting dogs. Miguel: Oh really? Where were they originally bred? Margaret: I am not sure, unfortunately dog fighting still exists.

i work at a coffee shop.

Starbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of November 2016, it operates 23,768 locations worldwide. Starbucks is considered the main representative of "second wave coffee", initially distinguishing itself from other coffee-serving venues in the US by taste, quality, and customer experience while popularizing darkly roasted coffee. Since the 2000s, third wave coffee makers have targeted quality-minded coffee drinkers with hand-made coffee based on lighter roasts, while Starbucks nowadays uses automated espresso machines for efficiency and safety reasons. Starbucks locations serve hot and cold drinks, whole-bean coffee, microground instant coffee known as VIA, espresso, caffe latte, full- and loose-leaf teas including Teavana tea products, Evolution Fresh juices, Frappuccino beverages, La Boulange pastries, and snacks including items such as chips and crackers; some offerings (including their annual fall launch of the Pumpkin Spice Latte) are seasonal or specific to the locality of the store. Many stores sell pre-packaged food items, hot and cold sandwiches, and drinkware including mugs and tumblers; select "Starbucks Evenings" locations offer beer, wine, and appetizers. Luis: Do you enjoy coffee from the American coffeehouse chain Starbucks? Conner: Yes, I do Luis: I do as well, we never had one in my hometown growing up, which is surprising since there are 23,768 locations worldwide! Conner: That's so strange. Why so? Luis: I really am not sure, they have recently opened on in the past 3 years or so. Starbucks was founded in 1971 though, so they should have built one sooner in my hometown haha Conner: Yeah. Give that they are almost 5 decades old. Tell me more Luis: I love how many different types of drinks they serve there like espresso, caffe lattes, teas and juices. there snack foods are pretty good as well Conner: Yes. Did you know, they had recently close their shops across the USA due to an issue on racism?

i play a lot of video games.

Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer online first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released in May 2016 for Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. "Overwatch" assigns players into two teams of six, with each player selecting from a roster of over 20 characters, known in-game as "heroes", each with a unique style of play, whose roles are divided into four general categories: Offense, Defense, Tank, and Support. Players on a team work together to secure and defend control points on a map or escort a payload across the map in a limited amount of time. Players gain cosmetic rewards that do not affect gameplay, such as character skins and victory poses, as they play the game. The game was initially launched with casual play, with a competitive ranked mode, various 'arcade' game modes, and a player-customizable server browser subsequently included following its release. Additionally, Blizzard has developed and added new characters, maps, and game modes post-release, while stating that all "Overwatch" updates will remain free, with the only additional cost to players being microtransactions to earn additional cosmetic rewards. "Overwatch" is Blizzard's fourth major franchise and came about following the 2014 cancellation of the ambitious massively multiplayer online role-playing game "Titan". Zachary: Have you played the game, Overwatch? It's a game produced by Blizzard. Grant: No, but I know it came out on all platforms in May 2016. Zachary: You really need to try it. It's a 6 versus 6 shooter game and you can choose different classes within the game. Grant: Is it anything like Destiny where there is PVE and PVP? Zachary: It's solely PVP, there is no PVE content. It's gotten a lot of attention recently and even has it's own e-sports league. Grant: Oh that is cool. So you are competing against another team of real players then. Sounds fun. Zachary: Yep - all the players get professional contracts and gaming houses. I think it's just the start of something new - eventually it will be as big as the NBA. Grant: Awesome! So eSports is a competitive league of professional gamers? I have a new career goal now. Zachary: You and me alike. My dream is to be an eSports professional gamer and stream on Twitch in my spare time. Grant: I like Twitch too. I think it is cool you can watch live or go back and view if you miss the live stream.

i am a yoga instructor.

Yoga (; Sanskrit, योगः Listen) is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India. There is a broad variety of yoga schools, practices, and goals in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Among the most well-known types of yoga are Hatha yoga and Rāja yoga. The origins of yoga have been speculated to date back to pre-Vedic Indian traditions; it is mentioned in the Rigveda, but most likely developed around the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, in ancient India's ascetic and śramaṇa movements. The chronology of earliest texts describing yoga-practices is unclear, varyingly credited to Hindu Upanishads. The "Yoga Sutras of Patanjali" date from the first half of the 1st millennium CE, but only gained prominence in the West in the 20th century. Hatha yoga texts emerged around the 11th century with origins in tantra. Yoga gurus from India later introduced yoga to the West, following the success of Swami Vivekananda in the late 19th and early 20th century. In the 1980s, yoga became popular as a system of physical exercise across the Western world. Yoga in Indian traditions, however, is more than physical exercise; it has a meditative and spiritual core. Jasmine: I have doing yoga lately. It is a mental, physical, and spiritual practice. It originated in India. Jasmine: That is very interesting. I have always viewed yoga as a woman's activity. Do you think men could do it, too? Jasmine: Yoga is great for men also. Its very physical. Yoga first got popular in the western world around the 1980s. Jasmine: That sounds like something that I would be willing to give a try. I didn't realize that it was such a recent trend in the western world. What exactly is 'hot' yoga? Jasmine: I believe hot yoga is a new trend involving an unconditioned place for yoga practice I believe.. Traditional yoga dates back to the sixth and fifth centuries BCE. Jasmine: Oh that is interesting, so I guess it is exactly what it sounds like. That is a very old practice, very interesting history! Is it also practiced in Pakistan? Jasmine: Yoga is practiced all over the world. The most popular types are Raja yoga and Hatha yoga. Jasmine: What are the differences between the two?

i love the outdoors.

Hiking is the preferred term, in Canada and the United States, for a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails (footpaths), in the countryside, while the word walking is used for shorter, particularly urban walks. On the other hand, in the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland, the word "walking" is acceptable to describe "all forms" of walking, whether it is a walk in the park or backpacking in the Alps. The word hiking is also often used in the UK, along with rambling (a slightly old-fashioned term), hillwalking, and fell walking (a term mostly used for hillwalking in northern England). The term bushwalking is endemic to Australia, having been adopted by the Sydney Bush Walkers club in 1927. In New Zealand a long, vigorous walk or hike is called tramping. It is a popular activity with numerous worldwide, and studies suggest that all forms of walking have health benefits. In the United States, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, and United Kingdom, hiking means walking outdoors on a trail, or off trail, for recreational purposes. A day hike refers to a hike that can be completed in a single day. However, in the United Kingdom, the word walking is also used, as well as rambling, while walking in mountainous areas is called hillwalking. Hunter: I like going hiking on trails, especially in the mountains. What about you? Jacob: I hate hiking. I have a bad memory of being dragged onto a hike in high school for PE and it was pouring down rain the whole time. Hunter: Well that is unfortunate and I can see why that would put you off of hiking but personally I enjoy going on day hikes, which can be completed in a single day, because I find the nature freeing. Jacob: How often do you go hiking? Do you prefer to go alone or with others/ Hunter: I don't get to go very often and I like to go with people because I enjoy the conversation and it makes the time go by quicker. Jacob: What are some mountains or trails you've done recently? Hunter: The last trail that I did was in north carolina and it was part of the Appalachian Trail. I just did a couple of day hikes on the trail and would love to go back. Jacob: Oh, that sounds fun. I love North Carolina. It's so nice there. Hunter: I agree. The region near Asheville is especially beautiful. Jacob: I'd like to live in the Charlotte area, personally.

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. Andrew: I love reading! Si-Fi is my favorite, however I have been known to read a few Exotic Romance Novels. If its good enough to print its worth a read in my book. Naomi: Reading is a great pleasure, it's the greatest way to share information and ideas. What's your favorite book? Andrew: Right now its Ready Player One! The book is way better than the movie! I hate when movies ruin books. Naomi: I didn't even know there was a book! If it's better than than movie, I have to see it. Dated 2044, with the Easter egg and virtual reality. The movie had me on the edge of my seat, I bet the book is great. Andrew: Its amazing! Like the book is a million times better than the movie. I've never been one for reading but I couldn't put it down! I want to read it again! Naomi: Reading and creativity goes hand in hand. I rarely read, when I do I stick with the same book lol. I will try Ready Player 1 though. Sounds intense Andrew: I never want to re-read books, this is the first one ever that I've wanted to! What is your favorite book? Naomi: The Bible. It's hard for me to follow in books, that one I understand. A book of continuous practice Well, mostly. I read a lot of Dr. Seuss with my kids though, if that counts! Andrew: Well that is the greatest book of all! Naomi: Best ideas shared is in there. Dr Seuss isn't bad either. Those little books are addicting. I think I like them better than my kids.

i have 2 dogs , both golden retrievers.

The Golden Retriever is a large-sized breed of dog bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties, and were named 'retriever' because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged. Golden Retrievers have an instinctive love of water, and are easy to train to basic or advanced obedience standards. They are a long-coated breed, with a dense inner coat that provides them with adequate warmth in the outdoors, and an outer coat that lies flat against their bodies and repels water. Golden Retrievers are well suited to residency in suburban or country environments. Although they need substantial outdoor exercise, they should be housed in a fenced area because of their instinctual tendency to roam. They shed copiously, particularly at the change of seasons, and require fairly regular grooming. The breed is a prominent participant in conformation shows for purebred dogs. The Golden Retriever is popular as a disability assistance dog such as being a guide dog for the blind and a hearing dog for the deaf. In addition, they are trained to be a hunting dog, a detection dog, and a search and rescue participant. The breed's friendly, gentle temperament means it is unsuited to being a professional guard dog, but its temperament has also made it the third-most popular family dog breed (by registration) in the United States, the fifth-most popular in Brazil and Australia, and the eighth-most popular in the United Kingdom. Manuel: I have a golden retriever! I think they're the most friendly, gentle dogs! Riley: Oh my friend has a golden. Very sweet dog! Are they smart dogs? Manuel: Very smart! They're a very popular breed that's used as disability assistance dogs for the deaf and blind. Riley: My setter/corgi would knock over a blind person, I'm afraid. It's good there are dogs who can work with people with disabilities. Manuel: I agree! The only thing you wouldn't want a golden retriever for would be as a guard dog. They are unsuited for that job due to their sweet, gentle temperaments! Riley: Ha ha! I guess that means goldens are good with kids, too. My kid climbs my dog all the time. Manuel: They are fantastic family dogs! They're actually the third most popular breed for families in the US! My dog is great with my kids! Riley: When the day comes that I need a new dog, maybe a golden would be good for me, too.

i enjoy watching tennis and golf on tv.

Tennis is a racket sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Each player uses a tennis racket that is strung with cord to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over or around a net and into the opponent's court. The object of the game is to play the ball in such a way that the opponent is not able to play a valid return. The player who is unable to return the ball will not gain a point, while the opposite player will. Tennis is an Olympic sport and is played at all levels of society and at all ages. The sport can be played by anyone who can hold a racket, including wheelchair users. The modern game of tennis originated in Birmingham, England, in the late 19th century as lawn tennis. It had close connections both to various field (lawn) games such as croquet and bowls as well as to the older racket sport today called real tennis. During most of the 19th century, in fact, the term "tennis" referred to real tennis, not lawn tennis: for example, in Disraeli's novel "Sybil" (1845), Lord Eugene De Vere announces that he will "go down to Hampton Court and play tennis." The rules of modern tennis have changed little since the 1890s. Makenzie: I love watching tennis, you know racket sport that can be played individually against a single opponent or doubles. Hayden: I played a few times when I was younger but it was so long ago do you play on the regular? Makenzie: I'd love to but have to admit I'm not very good but I enjoy watching it. I enjoy the sound when a tennis racket that is strung with cord to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt Hayden: I feel the same it is great to watch they get so competitive I love to see Serena Williams play she is great. Makenzie: Yes she is and hold the record for the most grand slams won by a female ever. Its surprising when you think that the modern game of tennis originated in Birmingham, England, in the late 19th century as lawn tennis. Hayden: I never knew it was originated from England and Serena has won a lot of tournaments she should be in a record book. Makenzie: She already is. I don't think anyone for a long time will catch up to her record. Actually the rules of tennis have changed little since its beginning Hayden: No not even her sister I know all that running back and forth and hitting the ball with the racket is good exercise.

my favorite drink is red wine.

Red wine is a type of wine made from dark-colored (black) grape varieties. The actual color of the wine can range from intense violet, typical of young wines, through to brick red for mature wines and brown for older red wines. The juice from most purple grapes is greenish-white; the red color comes from anthocyan pigments (also called anthocyanins) present in the skin of the grape; exceptions are the relatively uncommon teinturier varieties, which produce a red colored juice. Much of the red-wine production process therefore involves extraction of color and flavor components from the grape skin. The first step in red wine production, after picking, involves physical processing of the grapes. Hand-picked or machine-harvested grapes are usually tipped into a receival bin when they arrive at the winery and conveyed by a screw mechanism to the grape-processing equipment. On arrival at the winery there is usually a mixture of individual berries, whole bunches (particularly with hand-picked grapes), stems, and leaves. The presence of stems during fermentation can lead to a bitter taste in the wine, and the purpose of destemming is to separate grapes from the stems and leaves. Mechanical de-stemmers usually consist of a rotating cage perforated with grape-sized holes. Dakota: Red wine is a type of wine made from dark-colored grapes, i often drink it on a night, do you like it ? Valeria: I absolutely love red wine, especially Malbecs from Argentina. Dakota: argentina is the fifth largest producer which i find surprising as i have never tried it from there, it is nice then ? Valeria: Yes it is very nice. Argentina's soil has a nice ph to it that affects the grapes. Dakota: i never knew that. interesting to know how the organic matter can affect the wine. do you like any other drinks ? Valeria: I like bourbon/whiskey and ports. Dakota: same, i like bourbon whiskey from america, do you drink it alot ? Valeria: Yes I do I especially like the cocktail Old Fashion it's very good if done right. Dakota: indeed, i also love a good cocktail, i find they taste nice but can be very costly which is not good Valeria: Yes they are too expensive, that is why I stick to vodka soda with lime for the drink specials.

i am terrified of spiders , but love snakes.

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. Jalen: do you know much about snake, I know cobra is one of the deadliest Brooklyn: Yeah, they are elongated, legless carnivorous reptiles from the genus Serpentes. Jalen: oh really, I hate snakes they are deadly Brooklyn: They are located on every continent except Antarctica. Many snakes are harmless but several are poisonous, such as the cottonmouth. Jalen: oh, antartica does not have snake, quite interesting Brooklyn: That is correct. The climate is too cold for them. So if you want to get away from snakes move there lol. Jalen: oh, I want to get away from them, but I have to live like the eskimos Brooklyn: In interesting fact about snakes is they have skulls with several joints so they can swallow prey much larger than their heads!

we lived in virginia while i was growing up.

Virginia (; officially the Commonwealth of Virginia) is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America, and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of its flora and fauna. The capital of the Commonwealth is Richmond; Virginia Beach is the most populous city, and Fairfax County is the most populous political subdivision. The Commonwealth's estimated population is over 8.4 million. The area's history begins with several indigenous groups, including the Powhatan. In 1607 the London Company established the Colony of Virginia as the first permanent New World English colony. Slave labor and the land acquired from displaced Native American tribes each played a significant role in the colony's early politics and plantation economy. Virginia was one of the 13 Colonies in the American Revolution and joined the Confederacy in the American Civil War, during which Richmond was made the Confederate capital and Virginia's northwestern counties seceded to form the state of West Virginia. Ashley: Hi there, we lived in Virginia when I was growing up, one of the original 13 colonies! Are you familiar with Virginia? Erin: Not really. Who discovered Virginia? Ashley: It was first documented by Spanish explorers that reached the area in the 1500s, when it was occupied by Algonquian, Iroquoian, and Siouan people. Erin: Interesting. What is Virginia known for? Ashley: I think the most famous thing it's known for was the first English settlement in Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607. 100 people went over here to attempt living in America. Erin: What is Virginia known for producing agriculturally? Ashley: There are various crops that we produce here. Some of which that I can think of off the top of head are hay, cotton, wheat, and peanuts. Erin: Why was it called Virginia? Ashley: That I am unsure about, but I do know that it's nickname is "Old Dominion" because of its status as the first English colonial possession in America. Erin: What was the main religion of the Virginia colony?

black coffee is my addiction.

Coffee is a brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans, which are the seeds of berries from the "Coffea" plant. The genus "Coffea" is native to tropical Africa (specifically having its origin in Ethiopia and Sudan) and Madagascar, the Comoros, Mauritius, and Réunion in the Indian Ocean. The plant was exported from Africa to countries around the world. Coffee plants are now cultivated in over 70 countries, primarily in the equatorial regions of the Americas, Southeast Asia, India, and Africa. The two most commonly grown are the highly regarded arabica, and the less sophisticated but stronger and hardier robusta. Once ripe, coffee berries are picked, processed, and dried. Dried coffee seeds (referred to as beans) are roasted to varying degrees, depending on the desired flavor. Roasted beans are ground and brewed with near-boiling water to produce coffee as a beverage. Coffee is slightly acidic and has a stimulating effect on humans because of its caffeine content. Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It can be prepared and presented in a variety of ways (e.g., espresso, French press, café latte, etc.). It is usually served hot, although iced coffee is an alternative way of the drink to be served. Kate: My favourite is morning fresh and coffee Ashton: Do you mean you like to have a fresh coffee in the morning? Kate: Sorryits morning fresh air and hot coffee. Do you like coffee Ashton: I just had one, I can't start my day without a glass of water and a coffee. What's your favourite kind of coffee? Kate: I like coffee with milk. Also it want to serve hot. Its made with hot water, coffee powder and milk Ashton: That is a good one. I have it at work. Have you tried an expresso? In a small cup, very concentrated. Kate: Yes buddy, Its generally thicker than coffee brewed by other methods. Ashton: Yes, I've heard Turkish coffee is a good example of that, really strong. I do drink expresso if I need a stronger hit. How many coffees do you have a day?

i like dr pepper and black jack gum , but not together.

Dr Pepper is a carbonated soft drink marketed as having a unique flavor. The drink was created in the 1880s by pharmacist Charles Alderton in Waco, Texas and first served around 1885. Dr Pepper was first nationally marketed in the United States in 1904, and is now also sold in Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and South America, as well as New Zealand and South Africa as an imported good. Variants include a version without high fructose corn syrup, Diet Dr Pepper, as well as a line of additional flavors, first introduced in the 2000s. The U.S. Patent Office recognizes December 1, 1885, as the first time Dr Pepper was served. It was introduced nationally in the United States at the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition as a new kind of soda pop, made with 23 flavors. Its introduction in 1885 preceded the introduction of Coca-Cola by one year. It was formulated by Brooklyn-born pharmacist Charles Alderton in Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store in Waco, Texas. To test his new drink, he first offered it to store owner Wade Morrison, who also found it to his liking. Patrons at Morrison's soda fountain soon learned of Alderton's new drink and began ordering a "Waco". Alderton gave the formula to Morrison, who named it Dr. Pepper (later stylized as "Dr Pepper"). Cassidy: I like Dr Pepper - but especially the original Texas version Ella: Dr Pepper is the best! It came out of Waco Texas in 1880s Cassidy: Absolutely The Dr Pepper museum in Waco is a lot of fun to visit Ella: It is! Dr Pepper only became mass produced in 1904 and now everyone can get it Cassidy: Yes. It was unfortunately sold out and they changed the formula Ella: Yeah they have variants now though like Diet Dr Pepper buts its not the same. Cassidy: That is true. Although I mostly drink diet drinks because the sugar makes me fat Ella: Yeah the U.S Patent recognized Dr Pepper on December first 1985 Cassidy: Yes did it have cocaine like coke did back then Ella: I think that was coke and a rumor. Dr Pepper was made by Charles Alderton

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. Emily: i love readidng .. its so complex with the decoding of symbols in order to construct or derive meanings Caroline: Oh interesting, Ive been wanting to read more myself, Have you read any good books lately? Emily: i read the cat in the hat the other day. but due to being no concrete laws in reading, it allows readers an escape to produce their own products intospectively. Caroline: Ive heard of the cat in the hat, Who wrote the books, I think it was a seuss guy right? Emily: yes, Theodor Seuss who was born in 1904, who was a political cartoonist, poet and animator. Caroline: Wow he was born that long ago!? What are some of Seuss' best books? I want to check some out. Emily: How the grinch stole christmas is great! it follows a grinch, a solitary creature who attempts to put an end to christmas by stealing christmas themed items from the homes of whoville Caroline: Oh yes I believe ive seen the movie adaptation but never read the actual book, Can you tell me more about Dr. Seuss?

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. Henry: Have you ever played the piano? It's an instrument invented in Italy around the year 1700 Haley: Yeah I played it a few times. It is an amazing instrument. Henry: Even though it was created back in the 17th century, it is still widely played today - our church has a piano player every Sunday. Haley: I like to go to dueling piano bars. They make great accessories to night clubs. Henry: You know, for a long time after it's invention it was so expensive. It's good that it's not as hard to own one now. Haley: That is true. Also, there are electronic keyboards that are almost as good as the real thing. Henry: Yes, the electronic ones are capable of recreating a wide range of instrument sounds, even a pipe organ - so they are very versatile. Haley: Plus they can fit in areas where a piano could not. I'm thinking of apartment buildings.

i love to eat sushi and 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. Mckenzie: I am a big fan of eating at pizzeria chains, how about you? Jennifer: I love pizza, so yes! What is your favorite pizza? Mckenzie: I like pretty much any pizza, but I do like to have a mixture of meats and vegetables on mine -- chicken or hamburger are my favorite meats! Jennifer: Yeah, I like chicken on mine as well. Who invented the pizza? Mckenzie: Well, I don't think we can identify the person, but the first use of the word 'pizza' is from the 10th century in southern Italy. So it's an old food. Jennifer: Wow! I didn't know pizza was that old! What was on the original pizza? Mckenzie: Nobody knows for sure, but traditionally it was just bread, cheese and tomato sauce. Jennifer: Yummy! Is pizza popular all over the world?

i enjoy budweiser beer.

Budweiser () is an American-style pale lager produced by Anheuser-Busch, currently part of the transnational corporation Anheuser-Busch InBev. Introduced in 1876 by Carl Conrad & Co. of St. Louis, Missouri, it has grown to become one of the largest selling beers in the United States, and is available in over 80 markets worldwidethough, due to a trademark dispute, not necessarily under the Budweiser name. It is made with up to 30% rice in addition to hops and barley malt. Produced in various breweries around the world, Budweiser is a filtered beer available in draft and packaged forms. Anheuser–Busch has been involved in a trademark dispute with European beer companies, in particular the Budweiser Budvar Brewery of České Budějovice, Czech Republic, over the trademark rights to the name "Budweiser". Beer has been brewed in České Budějovice (known as "Budweis" in German) since it was founded by King Ottokar II of Bohemia in 1245. The name Budweiser is a derivative adjective, meaning "of Budweis". In 1876, Adolphus Busch and his friend Carl Conrad, a liquor importer, developed a "Bohemian-style" lager in the United States, inspired after a trip to the region. In the European Union, excluding the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Sweden, Finland and Spain, the American beer is marketed as "Bud", as the Budweiser trademark name is owned solely by the Czech beer maker, Budweiser Budvar. Shelby: I am not a fan of Budweiser beer although I do love their advertisements. Logan: I love budweiser it is an american style pale lager Shelby: I understand. Those who loves their "Buds" have a true brand loyalty! I myself am a Michelob Ultra girl as it has less carbs. Logan: yes that is true, bud is made with 30 percent rice Shelby: How long have you been drinking Budweiser and have you tried any other beers? Logan: yes i have, was introduced in 1876 by carlo conrad Shelby: What other brands besides Budweiser do you occasionally enjoy? Logan: heinekein and the name budweiser comes from the budweis

i am a meataholic.

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. Gabriela: I really like to grill steak. But sometimes its a hassle to grill outside so I will pan fry it or broil it in my kitchen. Landon: Yes tottally grill is for the outside, do you like to grill/cook a lot? Gabriela: I do. I will cook food on the grill or even on a grill pan. I like making breakfast on a griddle. Basically, I'll cook however. Landon: Makes me hungry, i like to cook, but preffer for mi wife to cook me, she is a better cook, my brother he is a Chef and owns an italian restaurant, so no so much cooking for me hehehe Gabriela: Heh nice. I've sprung for a pretty deluxe gas range in my kitchen. I even have a broad flat griddle on there. My range though probably doesn't hold a candle to the commercial applications your brother is tackling. Landon: Wao arent you afraid of cooking with gas kitchen? im always scared to have that in my house, i use electric kitchen in my house Gabriela: A griddle powered by electrical elements just doesn't have the same quality as if heated directly by flame. I don't know how dangerous it might be, but I've really been spoiled by gas. Landon: Lucky you, i saw in the news last year about an accident involving gas kitchen but it was due to human mistake, they leave the gas running, it happends to more than 75% of the time in US families leaving the gas running

i need a corvette to complete my life.

The Chevrolet Corvette, known colloquially as the Vette or Chevy Corvette, is a sports car manufactured by Chevrolet. The car has been produced through seven generations. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the GM Motorama in 1953 as a concept show car. Myron Scott is credited for naming the car after the type of small, maneuverable warship called a corvette. Originally built in Flint, Michigan and St. Louis, Missouri, the Corvette is currently manufactured in Bowling Green, Kentucky and is the official sports car of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The first generation of Corvette was introduced late in the 1953 model year. Originally designed as a show car for the 1953 Motorama display at the New York Auto Show, it generated enough interest to induce GM to make a production version to sell to the public. First production was on June 30, 1953. This generation was often referred to as the "solid-axle" models (the independent rear suspension was not introduced until the second generation). Three hundred hand-built polo white Corvette convertibles were produced for the 1953 model year. The 1954 model year vehicles could be ordered in Pennant Blue, Sportsman Red, Black, or Polo White; 3,640 were built, and sold slowly. Jake: The Chevy Corvette is a sportscar made by Chevrolet Zoey: yes. It's a sports car. Jake: The Chevrolet Corvette has been manufactured through seven generations Zoey: yes, their first model was introduced 1953. Jake: Yes it was introduced as a concept show car in 1953 Zoey: ya..your also correct Jake: This generation of the corvette was known as the solid axel model Zoey: yes....their product is very quality