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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. Lily: Blue may be my favorite color, it is between violet and green on the spectrum Natalie: blue is cool especially when it is in nature Lily: especially with like the daytime clear sky or deep blue seas Natalie: they are a sight to behold, the majesty of blue Lily: apparently distant objects appear blue because of atmospheric perspective? Natalie: I always wonder what makes an ocean blue when water is clear and colorless Lily: blue has been importatn since ancient times, probably because of that Natalie: so does blue represent something in ancient time?

i like basketball.

The Boston Celtics are an American professional basketball team based in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Eastern Conference Atlantic Division. Founded in 1946 as one of the original eight NBA teams to survive the league's first decade, the team is owned by Boston Basketball Partners LLC. The Celtics play their home games at the TD Garden, which they share with the National Hockey League (NHL)'s Boston Bruins. The franchise is the most successful in NBA history, with 17 championships, which accounts for 23.9 percent of all NBA championships since the league's founding. As a percentage of championships won, the Celtics are currently the most successful franchise in the major four traditional North American professional sports leagues. The Celtics have a notable rivalry with the Los Angeles Lakers, and have played the Lakers a record 12 times in the NBA Finals (including their most recent appearances in 2008 and 2010), of which the Celtics have won 9. Four Celtics players (Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, Dave Cowens and Larry Bird) have won the NBA Most Valuable Player Award for an NBA record total of 10 MVP awards. Colton: I love to watch basketball when the Boston Celtics play. Hector: The Celtics have so much history in the NBA. They were one of the eight original teams in the league! Colton: I heard the Celtics offered most of their draft picks to the Spurs for Kawhi Leonard. I hope that is a good choice for them. Hector: I hope so! They have a reputation to uphold! The Celtics are the most successful team in NBA history. They've won 17 championships! That's pretty incredible! Colton: Where do they play their home games? I'd like to go see them play live one day. Hector: They play in Boston at the TD Garden. They share the space with the NHL team, The Bruins. It's a great venue to watch a game! Colton: Wasn't Larry Bird on the Celtics back in the day? I thought he was a good player. Hector: He sure was! He was awarded the NBA Most Valuable Player Award! He's a legend in the game of basketball!

i am a huge fan of baseball.

Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two teams of nine players each who take turns batting and fielding. The batting team attempts to score runs by hitting a ball (that is thrown by the opposing team's pitcher) with a bat swung by the batter, and then running counter-clockwise around a series of four bases: first, second, third, and home plate. A run is scored when a player advances around the bases and touches home plate. Players on the batting team take turns hitting against the pitcher of the fielding team, which tries to prevent runs by getting hitters out in any of several ways. A player on the batting team who reaches a base safely can later attempt to advance to subsequent bases during teammates' turns batting, such as on a hit or by other means. The teams switch between batting and fielding whenever the fielding team records three outs. One turn batting for both teams, beginning with the visiting team, constitutes an inning. A game is composed of nine innings, and the team with the greater number of runs at the end of the game wins. If scores are tied at the end of nine innings, extra innings are usually played. Baseball has no game clock, although most games end in the ninth inning. Valerie: I really enjoy going to baseball games. Abigail: Nice, do you prefer batting or fielding? Valerie: Batting is more exciting to me, but watching is even better! Abigail: I agree! I love watching teams score runs by hitting a ball out of the field! Valerie: Indeed! I find the game boring on television. I fell in love when I attended an Astro's game. Abigail: I think the best part if that baseball has no game clock unlike other sports! So its more enjoyable. Valerie: I attended a game once that I thought would never end. I wish hockey was that way. Baseball can go forever like tennis. Abigail: Thats what I like about it ha! And when the game is tied at the end of nine innings, it goes on even longer! Valerie: The longest game was 33 innings, can you imagine that? Abigail: Difficult to imagine! The score must have remained tied for a long time!

i love to read fantasy novels and poetry.

Philip Arthur Larkin (9 August 1922 – 2 December 1985) was an English poet, novelist and librarian. His first book of poetry, "The North Ship", was published in 1945, followed by two novels, "Jill" (1946) and "A Girl in Winter" (1947), and he came to prominence in 1955 with the publication of his second collection of poems, "The Less Deceived", followed by "The Whitsun Weddings" (1964) and "High Windows" (1974). He contributed to "The Daily Telegraph" as its jazz critic from 1961 to 1971, articles gathered in "All What Jazz: A Record Diary 1961–71" (1985), and he edited "The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse" (1973). His many honours include the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. He was offered, but declined, the position of Poet Laureate in 1984, following the death of Sir John Betjeman. After graduating from Oxford in 1943 with a first in English language and literature, Larkin became a librarian. It was during the thirty years he worked with distinction as university librarian at the Brynmor Jones Library at the University of Hull that he produced the greater part of his published work. His poems are marked by what Andrew Motion calls "a very English, glum accuracy about emotions, places, and relationships", and what Donald Davie described as "lowered sights and diminished expectations". Jennifer: Are you aware of Philip Larkin's work? Karina: Not particularly. Is he some kind of famous author? Jennifer: He received a Queen's Gold medal for Poetry. Karina: Oh ok I wasn't aware. So he was an Englishman? When was he born? Jennifer: He was born on August 9, 1922. Karina: Is he still alive? If so that'd probably make him the oldest living poet. Jennifer: No, he passed away at the age of 63. Karina: Oh wow so he died in the mid 80

i love comics.

A comic book or comicbook, also called comic magazine or simply comic, is a publication that consists of comic art in the form of sequential juxtaposed panels that represent individual scenes. Panels are often accompanied by brief descriptive prose and written narrative, usually dialog contained in word balloons emblematic of the comics art form. Although some origins in 18th century Japan and 1830s Europe, comic books were first popularized in the United States during the 1930s. The first modern comic book, "Famous Funnies", was released in the United States in 1933 and was a reprinting of earlier newspaper humor comic strips, which had established many of the story-telling devices used in comics. The term "comic book" derives from American comic books once being a compilation of comic strips of a humorous tone; however, this practice was replaced by featuring stories of all genres, usually not humorous in tone. Comic books are reliant on their organization and appearance. Authors largely focus on the frame of the page, size, orientation, and panel positions. These characteristic aspects of comic books are necessary in conveying the content and messages of the author. The key elements of comic books include panels, balloons (speech bubbles), text (lines), and characters. Olivia: I love comic books of old. They've been around in the US since the 1930's. Alexandra: Do you like Spiderman? Olivia: I do like Spiderman! I love the speech bubbles in comics, and the characters and character development via panels. Alexandra: When did they begin adding speech bubbles? Olivia: They have always existed in comics. It's a key component! Alexandra: When did Marvel start producing? Olivia: Captain Marvel was created in 1939. Marvel Comics existed before that. Alexandra: Is Captain Marvel like Captain America?

i want to become an author.

An author is the creator or originator of any written work such as a book or play, and is thus also a writer. More broadly defined, an author is "the person who originated or gave existence to anything" and whose authorship determines responsibility for what was created. Typically, the first owner of a copyright is the person who created the work i.e. the author. If more than one person created the work, then a case of joint authorship can be made provided some criteria are met. In the copyright laws of various jurisdictions, there is a necessity for little flexibility regarding what constitutes authorship. The United States Copyright Office, for example, defines copyright as "a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States (title 17, U.S. Code) to authors of "original works of authorship". Holding the title of "author" over any "literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, [or] certain other intellectual works" gives rights to this person, the owner of the copyright, especially the exclusive right to engage in or authorize any production or distribution of their work. Any person or entity wishing to use intellectual property held under copyright must receive permission from the copyright holder to use this work, and often will be asked to pay for the use of copyrighted material. Ava: I've always wanted to become an author, either creating a book or a play. My father was an excellent story teller and wrote many short stories. Spencer: I wish I could be creative. I would have such a hard time doing that. Ava: Perhaps you could join up with someone else - kind of a joint authorship, so to speak. Spencer: Possibly. I dont really have a passion for it yet. Im still just a little curious because my friend is really into it. Ava: You definitely need passion for it. Perhaps if you and your friend got together at some point you could share copyright together and make lots of money! Mind you, various jurisdictions mean you have to be somewhat flexible! Spencer: Now that is something I never thought of. What other professions are there for authors? Ava: Well, an author is also known as a writer and is basically the person who gave existence to something. You could be a screen writer in Hollywood or on TV. Spencer: That would be a dream job. Maybe I can start as a sort of hobby first?

i love dogs and cats.

A pet or companion animal is an animal kept primarily for a person's company, protection, or entertainment rather than as a working animal, livestock, or laboratory animal. Popular pets are often noted for their attractive appearances and their loyal or playful personalities. Pets provide their owners (or guardians) both physical and emotional benefits. Walking a dog can supply both the human and pet with exercise, fresh air, and social interaction. Pets can give companionship to elderly adults who do not have adequate social interaction with other people, as well as to other people who are living alone. There is a medically approved class of therapy animals, mostly dogs or cats, that are brought to visit confined humans, such as children in hospitals or elders in nursing homes. Pet therapy utilizes trained animals and handlers to achieve specific physical, social, cognitive, and emotional goals with patients. Some of the most popular pets are likely dogs and cats; other animals commonly kept may include (but are not limited to) pigs, ferrets, and rabbits; rodents such as gerbils, hamsters, chinchillas, rats, and guinea pigs; avian pets, such as parrots, passerines, and fowl; reptile pets, such as turtles, lizards and snakes; aquatic pets, such as fish, freshwater and saltwater snails, and frogs; arthropod pets, such as tarantulas and hermit crabs. Erica: Pets are awesome, I'm in love with my dog and cat! Mya: Me too! Pets are adored for many reasons, including their loyalty, attractiveness, and playfulness! Erica: Mine are definitely cute and playful. Mya: Yes, pets are able to provide physical and emotional benefits. Erica: Yeah, I think mine help my emotional state each day. Mya: You're probably right, pets can offer companionship to those living alone such as the elderly. Erica: Yeah, I definitely feel less lonely when I have my pets around me. Mya: There are even a type of therapy dog that is medically approved to visit people in hospitals

i hate that my mom made me get braces.

Dental braces (also known as braces, orthodontic cases, or cases) are devices used in orthodontics that align and straighten teeth and help position them with regard to a person's bite, while also aiming to improve dental health. They are often used to correct underbites, as well as malocclusions, overbites, open bites, deep bites, cross bites, crooked teeth, and various other flaws of the teeth and jaw. Braces can be either cosmetic or structural. Dental braces are often used in conjunction with other orthodontic appliances to help widen the palate or jaws and to otherwise assist in shaping the teeth and jaws. According to scholars and historians, braces date back to ancient times. Around 400-300 BCE, Hippocrates and Aristotle contemplated ways to straighten teeth and fix various dental conditions. Archaeologists have discovered numerous mummified ancient individuals with what appear to be metal bands wrapped around their teeth. Catgut, a type of cord made from the natural fibers of an animal's intestines, performed a similar role to today’s orthodontic wire in closing gaps in the teeth and mouth. The Etruscans buried their dead with dental appliances in place to maintain space and prevent collapse of the teeth during the afterlife. Reagan: My worst memories growing up are when I had my braces on. My mouth was always hurting. Elias: i know they are a device to align and straighten teeth and help position them, why did it hurt so much? Reagan: My teeth were messed up. I looked like some sort of animal. I guess it was because the braces were pulling my teeth together. I wonder how many people have to ware them? Elias: People dont have to, its their choice, everybody wants to be beautiful according to scholars and historians, braces date back to ancient times. Reagan: I was all ready beautiful it just helped. I didn't realize they have been around so long. Elias: They are often used to correct cross bites, i think i have cross bites, but its not making any problems for now Reagan: Dental surgery seems so much easier. Dental Braces are very expensive. Elias: Its easier, but can lead to complications, like any other surgery, the tEtruscans buried their dead with dental appliances, crazy right? Reagan: Wow, thats very strange I wonder why? Did they need strait teeth in the next life? Elias: Yes, they were found with metal bands wrapped around their teeth, probably braces :D

i am in the navy.

A navy or maritime force is a fleet of waterborne military vessels (watercraft) and its associated naval aviation, both sea-based and land-based. It is the branch of a nation's armed forces principally designated for naval and amphibious warfare; namely, lake-borne, riverine, littoral, or ocean-borne combat operations and related functions. It includes anything conducted by surface ships, amphibious ships, submarines, and seaborne aviation, as well as ancillary support, communications, training, and other fields. The strategic offensive role of a navy is projection of force into areas beyond a country's shores (for example, to protect sea-lanes, ferry troops, or attack other navies, ports, or shore installations). The strategic defensive purpose of a navy is to frustrate seaborne projection-of-force by enemies. The strategic task of the navy also may incorporate nuclear deterrence by use of submarine-launched ballistic missiles. Naval operations can be broadly divided between riverine and littoral applications (brown-water navy), open-ocean applications (blue-water navy), and something in between (green-water navy), although these distinctions are more about strategic scope than tactical or operational division. Mikayla: I am an officer in the Navy, one of the branches of the armed forces of the United States. It's a really thrilling job. Jayla: I bet! My brother is in the Navy too. Mikayla: Do you know on what type of ship he serving on now? I'm serving on a surface ship, but the US also has submarines, amphibious ships, and aircraft carriers. Jayla: When he was deployed he was on an aircraft carrier. Mikayla: Aircraft carriers are huge! I couldn't imagine serving on one - it's like a floating city. They're typically the capital ships of the US Navy and can deploy multiple different types of aircraft. Jayla: I have only seen pictures and videos. I couldn't be on those boats I get sea sick. Mikayla: I think you'd be fine if you were on an aircraft carrier. They have evolved quite a bit since the simple wooden ships that the US Navy used to use. They're nuclear powered and are quite seaworthy. Jayla: Thats so cool!

i think recycling is important.

Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. It is an alternative to "conventional" waste disposal that can save material and help lower greenhouse gas emissions (compared to plastic production, for example). Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, thereby reducing: energy usage, air pollution (from incineration), and water pollution (from landfilling). Recycling is a key component of modern waste reduction and is the third component of the "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle" waste hierarchy. There are some ISO standards related to recycling such as ISO 15270:2008 for plastics waste and ISO 14001:2004 for environmental management control of recycling practice. "Recyclable materials" include many kinds of glass, paper, and cardboard, metal, plastic, tires, textiles, and electronics. The composting or other reuse of biodegradable waste—such as food or garden waste—is also considered recycling. Materials to be recycled are either brought to a collection center or picked up from the curbside, then sorted, cleaned, and reprocessed into new materials destined for manufacturing. In the strictest sense, recycling of a material would produce a fresh supply of the same material—for example, used office paper would be converted into new office paper or used polystyrene foam into new polystyrene. Mackenzie: I am an advocate of recycling instead of dumping. Do you agree? Sergio: Yes, I agree very much since recycling converts waste into new materials and objects Mackenzie: It does. I wish more people would realise the benefits. So many people just dump everything without thinking of the consequences. Sergio: I agree with your frustration and I'm very supportive of zero waste with the goal of eliminating trash sent to landfills. Mackenzie: Its great to speak with a like minded person. There is such much more advertising and incentives to recycle. No one has the excuse of ignorance anymore Sergio: I agree, we need to reduce, reuse, and recycle because the earth has a fine amount of resources. Mackenzie: Indeed. We have to look after the world now so that it will still be there for future generations. Are childrens children and theirs. Sergio: Exactly, plus we need to teach the future generation about sustainability in schools so that they can continue to improve our planet. Mackenzie: That is so true. Schools are the starting point. If we learn as children then the ideas will be ingrained in us into adulthood Sergio: Very true, if we take proper step to improve public education and make it a goal that every child is properly educated we will have a bright future

i go to a catholic high school in new england.

New England is a geographical region comprising six states of the northeastern United States: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. It is bordered by the state of New York to the west and by the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec to the northeast and north, respectively. The Atlantic Ocean is to the east and southeast, and Long Island Sound is to the south. Boston is New England's largest city as well as the capital of Massachusetts. The largest metropolitan area is Greater Boston, which also includes Worcester, Massachusetts (the second-largest city in New England), Manchester (the largest city in New Hampshire), and Providence (the capital and largest city of Rhode Island), with nearly a third of the entire region's population. In 1620, Puritan Separatist Pilgrims from England first settled in the region, forming the Plymouth Colony, the second successful English settlement in America, following the Jamestown Settlement in Virginia founded in 1607. Ten years later, more Puritans settled north of Plymouth Colony in Boston, thus forming Massachusetts Bay Colony. Over the next 126 years, people in the region fought in four French and Indian Wars, until the British and their Iroquois allies defeated the French and their Algonquin allies in North America. Jasmin: My family is from the New England area. It is comprised of six different states in the northeastern part of the United States. Andrew: I see, do you know what these states are? Jasmin: I do. The New England area is made up of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. Andrew: Thanks. I have visited Boston in Massachusetts when I was a kid. I still remember how cold it was at that time! Jasmin: Indeed it does. Boston is also the largest city and capital of Massachusetts. Andrew: Do you know the population of Boston? Jasmin: I do not but the Greater Boston area consists of Manchester, Worcester, and Providence So it is pretty large. Andrew: I see, there must a lot of people then. Have you been to Manchester? Jasmin: Not Manchester but I have been to Providence. The Puritan Separatist Pilgrims first settled in the New England area in 1620. Andrew: I suppose thats where the Puritan movement started then. Quite fascinating. What do you like best about Providence?

my mother is a ballet dancer.

Ballet () is a type of performance dance that originated during the Italian Renaissance in the 15th century and later developed into a concert dance form in France and Russia. It has since become a widespread, highly technical form of dance with its own vocabulary based on French terminology. It has been globally influential and has defined the foundational techniques used in many other dance genres/cultures. Ballet has been taught in various schools around the world, which have historically incorporated their own cultures to evolve the art. See glossary of ballet. A ballet, a work, consists of the choreography and music for a ballet production. A well-known example of this is "The Nutcracker", a two-act ballet originally choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov with a music score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Ballets are choreographed and performed by trained ballet dancers. Traditional classical ballets usually are performed with classical music accompaniment and use elaborate costumes and staging, whereas modern ballets, such as the neoclassical works of American choreographer George Balanchine, often are performed in simple costumes (e.g., leotards and tights) and without the use of elaborate sets or scenery. Wesley: hai did you taken your mom ballet for your use Hope: I love taking my mom to the ballet. The history of ballet staring during the Italian Renaissance in the 15th century and later developed into a concert dance in France and Russia. Wesley: valid infromation thank you, did you know when did it actually started? Hope: It started in the 15 century, not sure of the exact date. It has since become widespread and a highly technical form of dance and words are based on French terminology. Wesley: did you get your families to the ballet.? Hope: Yes, I took them to the San Francisco Ballet once. It was the first professional ballet company in the United States. Wesley: well one day i would take my family to the same ballet thank you for your message. Hope: You should take them to see The Nutcracker. That is now the most popular ballet in the world. Wesley: yes definetly. Hope: The Nutcracker is a two-act ballet. The music is wonderful and was written by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

rita hayworth is the woman of my dreams.

Rita Hayworth (born Margarita Carmen Cansino; October 17, 1918May 14, 1987) was an American actress and dancer. She achieved fame during the 1940s as one of the era's top stars, appearing in a total of 61 films over 37 years. The press coined the term "The Love Goddess" to describe Hayworth after she had become the most glamorous screen idol of the 1940s. She was the top pin-up girl for GIs during World War II. Hayworth is perhaps best known for her performance in the 1946 film noir, "Gilda", opposite Glenn Ford, in which she played the "femme fatale" in her first major dramatic role. Fred Astaire, with whom she made two films, called her his favorite dance partner. Her greatest success was in the Technicolor musical "Cover Girl" (1944), with Gene Kelly. She is listed as one of the top 25 female motion picture stars of all time in the American Film Institute's survey, AFI's 100 Years...100 Stars. In 1980, Hayworth was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, which contributed to her death at age 68. The public disclosure and discussion of her illness drew attention to Alzheimer's, and helped to increase public and private funding for Alzheimer's research. Hayworth was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1918 as Margarita Carmen Cansino, the oldest child of two dancers. Chloe: I love Rita Hayworth, she's my dream woman! Her hair, her clothes, her beauty. Abraham: Lovely, was an American actress and dancer. Chloe: Yes! I also like other actresses like Katharine Hepburn. Abraham: Sure Rita Hayworth She achieved fame during the 1940s as one of the era's top stars Chloe: I like 1940s movies like The Philadelphia Story and Rebecca. Abraham: The press coined the term "The Love Goddess" to describe Hayworth after she had become the most glamorous screen idol Chloe: I love the glamorous clothes that women wore back then. Abraham: Yes, Hayworth is perhaps best known for her performance in the 1946 film noir, "Gilda"

i am a viking.

Vikings (Old English: "wicing"—"pirate", Danish and ; Swedish and ; , from Old Norse) were Norse seafarers, mainly speaking the Old Norse language, who raided and traded from their Northern European homelands across wide areas of northern, central, eastern and western Europe, during the late 8th to late 11th centuries. The term is also commonly extended in modern English and other vernaculars to the inhabitants of Viking home communities during what has become known as the Viking Age. This period of Nordic military, mercantile and demographic expansion constitutes an important element in the early medieval history of Scandinavia, Estonia, the British Isles, France, Kievan Rus' and Sicily. Facilitated by advanced sailing and navigational skills, and characterised by the longship, Viking activities at times also extended into the Mediterranean littoral, North Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. Following extended phases of (primarily sea- or river-borne) exploration, expansion and settlement, Viking (Norse) communities and polities were established in diverse areas of north-western Europe, European Russia, the North Atlantic islands and as far as the north-eastern coast of North America. Jayden: I am a Viking at heart, an old Norse seafarer Nolan: nice tell me more about the vikings Jayden: They were very skilled in advanced sailing and navigation skills Nolan: Thew were also known as berzerkers they would take drugs, and wont feel pain during battle Jayden: I did not know that. Also, they reached the north east coast of North America Nolan: Thats awesome , one of my favorite animes is berserker the main character is based on a viking Jayden: They certainly spread trade throughout that part of the world and their own demographic Nolan: They were brutal warriors

i have never kissed a woman.

A kiss is the touch or pressing of one's lips against another person or an object. Cultural connotations of kissing vary widely. Depending on the culture and context, a kiss can express sentiments of love, passion, romance, sexual attraction, sexual activity, sexual arousal, affection, respect, greeting, friendship, peace, and good luck, among many others. In some situations, a kiss is a ritual, formal or symbolic gesture indicating devotion, respect, or sacrament. The word came from Old English "cyssan" ("to kiss"), in turn from "coss" ("a kiss"). Anthropologists are divided into two schools on the origins of kissing, one believing that it is instinctual and intuitive and the other that it evolved from what is known as "kiss feeding", a process used by mothers to feed their infants by passing chewed food to their babies' mouths. Cesare Lombroso, Italian criminologist, physician and founder of the Italian School of Positivist Criminology, supported this idea. The earliest reference to kissing-like behavior comes from the Vedas, Sanskrit scriptures that informed Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, around 3,500 years ago, according to Vaughn Bryant, an anthropologist at Texas A&M University who specializes in the history of the kiss. Cameron: I have never kissed a woman, I've kissed many guys though, haha. A kiss is just the pressing of lips to each other's. Cameron: I have kissed many women in my lifetime. Cameron: How would you describe how you did it? Many different cultures have different definition of kisses! Cameron: I just closed my eyes and locked lips. Cameron: Haha, yepp that's the way to do it. Speaking of Locked Lips, that's also the name of a 1920 American drama. Cameron: I have never seen it, any good? Cameron: Oh, no idea, it's actually unknown whether a copy of the film still survives today. Cameron: I would love to see it. Cameron: Same, too bad we can't. But we can learn that the word kiss came from the old english, cyssan, which means to kiss! Cameron: That is cool. I love kissing.

i feel overweight.

Obesity in the United States has been increasingly cited as a major health issue in recent decades, resulting in diseases such as coronary heart disease that lead to mortality. While many industrialized countries have experienced similar increases, obesity rates in the United States are the highest in the world. Obesity has continued to grow within the United States. Two of every three American men are considered to be overweight or obese, but the rates for women are far higher. The United States contains one of the highest percentage of obese people in the world. An obese person in America incurs an average of $1,429 more in medical expenses annually. Approximately $147 billion is spent in added medical expenses per year within the United States. This number is suspected to increase approximately $1.24 billion per year until the year 2030. The United States had the highest rate of obesity within the OECD grouping of large trading economies. From 23% obesity in 1962, estimates have steadily increased. The following statistics comprise adults age 20 and over. The overweight percentages for the overall US population are higher reaching 39.4% in 1997, 44.5% in 2004, 56.6% in 2007, and 63.8% (adults) and 17% (children) in 2008. Bradley: So many people in the US are overweight. Josiah: yeah obesity in the US has been increasingly cited as a major health issue over the recent decades. Bradley: I've notice that so many kids are very overweight now too. Josiah: Yeah it has been a real problem, Obesity has continued to grow quite a bit in the US Bradley: I wonder if the problem will start to decline anytime soon. Josiah: I hope so, at this point two out of every three american men are considered overweight, the rate is actually higher for women believe it or not. Bradley: That is so sad. I hope things can turn around soon. Josiah: yeah me too, we are spending an estimated $147 billion a year in medical expenses related to obesity.

i drive a ford truck.

The Ford Motor Company (commonly referred to simply as "Ford") is an American multinational automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. It was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903. The company sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand. Ford also owns Brazilian SUV manufacturer, Troller, and Australian performance car manufacturer FPV. In the past, it has also produced tractors and automotive components. Ford owns an 8% stake in Aston Martin of the United Kingdom, and a 49% stake in Jiangling of China. It also has a number of joint-ventures, one in China (Changan Ford), one in Taiwan (Ford Lio Ho), one in Thailand (AutoAlliance Thailand), one in Turkey (Ford Otosan), and one in Russia (Ford Sollers). It is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is controlled by the Ford family, although they have minority ownership (but majority of the voting power). Ford introduced methods for large-scale manufacturing of cars and large-scale management of an industrial workforce using elaborately engineered manufacturing sequences typified by moving assembly lines; by 1914, these methods were known around the world as Fordism. Preston: Hi, I really do like the Ford Company, it has a such interesting history, founded in 1903 by Henry Ford Mckenzie: I do too...he was the first one to advocate for higher salaries for workers. Preston: And it was a well manged company, I can't imagine how tough it would have been to survive the great depression. Mckenzie: Exactly! He thought, rightly, that if he paid his employees more they would be able to afford his cars. Preston: Yet Henry Ford knew how to diversify his market by creating the luxury brand Lincoln. Mckenzie: He was really a great business man like they don,t make nowadays. Preston: Indeed a great visionary, he build experimental tractor with car parts, the model B. Mckenzie: also with the first assembly line, he was a visionary Preston: there were others visionaries, like John Deer, who founded his tractor empire in 1876. Mckenzie: I know less of him though. He is probably as important as Ford but we talk less about him. Preston: yeah, But Henry Ford entered the tractor business later, 1917.

i prefer vinyl records to any other music recording format.

A phonograph record (also known as a gramophone record, especially in British English, or record) is an analog sound storage medium in the form of a flat disc with an inscribed, modulated spiral groove. The groove usually starts near the periphery and ends near the center of the disc. At first, the discs were commonly made from shellac; starting in the 1950s polyvinyl chloride became common. In recent decades, records have sometimes been called vinyl records, or simply vinyl, although this would exclude most records made until after World War II. The phonograph disc record was the primary medium used for music reproduction until late in the 20th century. It had co-existed with the phonograph cylinder from the late 1880s and had effectively superseded it by around 1912. Records retained the largest market share even when new formats such as the compact cassette were mass-marketed. By the late 1980s, digital media, in the form of the compact disc, had gained a larger market share, and the vinyl record left the mainstream around 1991. From the 1990s to the 2010s, records continued to be manufactured and sold on a much smaller scale, and were especially used by disc jockeys (DJs), released by artists in some genres, and listened to by a niche market of audiophiles. Erica: Hi, i really like vinyl records, i like the music more coming from a vinyl player. instead of a digital source, do you like vinyl? Veronica: Prior to world war II, the records were not Vinyl, they were made from shellac. Erica: Thats interesting whats that? whats the sound like off shellac? Veronica: Shellac is secreated by female lac bugs, lac bugs come from India and Thailand. Erica: Omg thats crazy so the records were natural :D i should look into it Veronica: It was used in some electrical applications because it has good insulation qualities and repels moisture. Shellac is pretty amazing, all from a bug! Erica: Wow thats crazy, its strange that i havent heard anything about shellac all up until now Veronica: It was only used for Phonograph and 78 rpm gramaphone records until 1950, when vinyl replaced shellac.

i love going to the movies.

Hollywood ( ) is a neighborhood in the central region of Los Angeles, California. This ethnically diverse, densely populated neighborhood is notable as the home of the U.S. film industry, including several of its historic studios, and its name has come to be a shorthand reference for the industry and the people in it. Hollywood was a small community in 1870 and was incorporated as a municipality in 1903. It was consolidated with the city of Los Angeles in 1910, and soon thereafter a prominent film industry emerged, eventually becoming the most recognizable film industry in the world. In 1853, one adobe hut stood in Nopalera (Nopal field), named for the Mexican Nopal cactus indigenous to the area. By 1870, an agricultural community flourished. The area was known as the Cahuenga Valley, after the pass in the Santa Monica Mountains immediately to the north. According to the diary of H. J. Whitley, known as the "Father of Hollywood," on his honeymoon in 1886 he stood at the top of the hill looking out over the valley. Along came a Chinese man in a wagon carrying wood. The man got out of the wagon and bowed. The Chinese man was asked what he was doing and replied, "I holly-wood," meaning 'hauling wood.' Zoe: Hollywood seems like an amazing place to visit. Have you ever been there? Oliver: I've never been but I hear it is ethnically diverse and of course the home of the US film industry Zoe: Yeah, I would like to see the hollywood walk of fame. I love movies and would hope to see a star! Oliver: It is the most recognizable film industry in the world, but I think Atlanta Georgia is close on it's heels. Zoe: Is it really. I had no idea. I would like to see the sets of shows in Hollywood. Oliver: The film industry has tons of film production companies, studios,etc.. even film festivals - I bet there are tons of sets you could visit there. Zoe: A film festival would be amazing to go to. It sounds like I would really enjoy a visit there. Any other thing I should know about Hollywood? Oliver: They say it got it's name by Whitley seeing a man carrying wood. He asked what he was doing and he said "hauling wood".

my favorite food is tacos.

A taco is a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables, and cheese, allowing for great versatility and variety. A taco is generally eaten without utensils and is often accompanied by garnishes such as salsa, chili pepper, avocado, guacamole, cilantro (coriander), tomatoes, onions, and lettuce. The origins of the taco are not precisely known, and etymologies for the culinary usage of the word are generally theoretical. According to the Real Academia Española, publisher of "Diccionario de la Lengua Española", the word "taco" describes a typical Mexican dish of a maize tortilla folded around food. This meaning of the Spanish word "taco" is a Mexican innovation, but in other dialects "taco" is used to mean "wedge; wad, plug; billiard cue; blowpipe; ramrod; short, stocky person; [or] short, thick piece of wood." As used in this non-culinary way, the word "taco" has cognates in other European languages, including the French word "tache" and the English word "tack (nail)." According to one etymological theory, the culinary meaning of "taco" derives from its "plug" meaning as employed among Mexican silver miners, who used explosive charges in plug form consisting of a paper wrapper and gunpowder filling. Autumn: I love tacos, they are my favorite! I like both corn and wheat tortillas, as well as flour ones. Cheyenne: Oh, I love tacos! I could eat them daily! What kind of toppings do you like on your tacos? Autumn: I love tomatoes, onions, lettuce, avocado, guacamole and salsa Cheyenne: That sounds good, you're making me hungry! I like mine with ground beef and cheese! Where did tacos originate? Autumn: It is a traditional Mexican dish! Cheyenne: Oh, I thought so! When were tacos invented? Autumn: Unfortunately, I'm not sure. The origins of the taco are not precisely knwon Cheyenne: Oh, okay! Have you ever tried steak or chicken tacos? They're really good too! Autumn: Oh yes I love them. You can also make them with pork, seafood, or just veggies! Cheyenne: I don't think I've ever had tacos with pork! What a great idea! Do you have any other taco secrets you can share with me?

i like to think about what it would be like to be an artist.

An artist is a person engaged in an activity related to creating art, practicing the arts, or demonstrating an art. The common usage in both everyday speech and academic discourse is a practitioner in the visual arts only. The term is often used in the entertainment business, especially in a business context, for musicians and other performers (less often for actors). "Artiste" (the French for artist) is a variant used in English only in this context. Use of the term to describe writers, for example, is valid, but less common, and mostly restricted to contexts like criticism. Wiktionary defines the noun 'artist' (Singular: artist; Plural: artists) as follows: The Oxford English Dictionary defines the older broad meanings of the term "artist": The Greek word "techně", often translated as "art," implies mastery of any sort of craft. The adjectival Latin form of the word, "technicus", became the source of the English words technique, technology, technical. In Greek culture each of the nine Muses oversaw a different field of human creation: No muse was identified with the visual arts of painting and sculpture. In ancient Greece sculptors and painters were held in low regard, somewhere between freemen and slaves, their work regarded as mere manual labour. Jade: Ocassionally, I like to think about what it would be like to be an artist Aidan: Same here, though I'm not particularly artsy enough to be one. Jade: Well, artists are people who engage in creating art or demonstrations of art so you don't have to particularly 'artsy'. You can just have fun with it :D Aidan: That's true, I have wanted to paint ever since I started watching Bob Ross. Jade: Ah, yes, Bob Ross. I think everyone has head of him at least once as he was an American painter, instructor, and television host with a lot of episodes that aspiring artisists watch Aidan: At this point he is basically a legend, which is great because he was such an amazing person. Jade: Interestingly, in ancient Greece sculpturs and painters were considered low class between freeman and slaves Aidan: Really? They seem so talented! Jade: Yup. I guess different 'art' was valued back then. Aidan: There were probably a lot more of them I guess.

i love riding roller coasters.

A roller coaster is a type of amusement ride that employs a form of elevated railroad track designed with tight turns, steep slopes, and sometimes inversions. People ride along the track in open cars, and the rides are often found in amusement parks and theme parks around the world. LaMarcus Adna Thompson obtained one of the first known patents for a roller coaster design in 1885, related to the Switchback Railway that opened a year earlier at Coney Island. The track in a coaster design does not necessarily have to be a complete circuit, as shuttle roller coasters demonstrate. Most roller coasters have multiple cars in which passengers sit and are restrained. Two or more cars hooked together are called a train. Some roller coasters, notably wild mouse roller coasters, run with single cars. The oldest roller coasters are believed to have originated from the so-called "Russian Mountains", specially constructed hills of ice located in the area that is now St. Petersburg. Built in the 17th century, the slides were built to a height of between , had a 50-degree drop, and were reinforced by wooden supports. Later, in 1784, Catherine the Great is said to have constructed a sledding hill in the gardens of her palace at Oranienbaum in St. Petersburg. Chelsea: Have you ever been on a rollercoaster? They are all over amusement parks, never cared for them, dont like heights. Isaiah: Yes I love them actually! They're really exciting. Do you like any other rides? Chelsea: Most other rides to be honest, too many tight turns and steep slopes for me tho. Isaiah: Do you at least go and enjoy the candy apples or cotton candy? Bumper cars? Chelsea: Some of the smaller time roller coasters orother more secure rides are fine, just sont like some of the openness roller coasters have. Isaiah: I understand. It's nice to go and just enjoy the day in the summer time. I used to never get sick on rides, but as i got older some of them definitely make me nauseous. Chelsea: Amusement parks and theme parks can still be great fun without open car roller coasters. Isaiah: Yes absolutely. The house of mirrors was one of my favorites also!

i love watching game of thrones.

Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama television series created by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss. It is an adaptation of "A Song of Ice and Fire", George R. R. Martin's series of fantasy novels, the first of which is "A Game of Thrones". It is filmed in Belfast and elsewhere in the United Kingdom, Canada, Croatia, Iceland, Malta, Morocco, Spain, and the United States. The series premiered on HBO in the United States on April 17, 2011, and its seventh season ended on August 27, 2017. The series will conclude with its eighth season premiering in 2019. Set on the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos, "Game of Thrones" has several plot lines and a large ensemble cast but centers on three primary story arcs. The first story arc centers on the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms and follows a web of alliances and conflicts among the dynastic noble families either vying to claim the throne or fighting for independence from the throne. The second story arc focuses on the last descendant of the realm's deposed ruling dynasty, exiled and plotting a return to the throne. The third story arc centers on the longstanding brotherhood charged with defending the realm against the ancient threats of the fierce peoples and legendary creatures that lie far north, and an impending winter that threatens the realm. Reagan: Do you watch Game of Thrones? Gabriella: Yeah I love it! You? Reagan: Have you also read the books from George R. R. Martin or just seen the show? Gabriella: I just watch the TV show. I can't wait until it starts again. Reagan: Enjoy it while you can series will conclude with its eighth season premiering in 2019. Gabriella: It's okay. I heard in the new season all the exposed will be very like. Like 1 hour 30 minutes or something. Reagan: At least HBO ordered the spin off. My favorite story arc is the second one, which focuses on the last descendant of the realm's deposed ruling dynasty. Gabriella: Really? There's spin off show that will be starting? What's it called?

my favorite author is stephen king.

Stephen Edwin King (born September 21, 1947) is an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. King has published 54 novels, including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman, and six non-fiction books. He has written around 200 short stories, most of which have been collected in book collections. His novella "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption" was the basis for the film "The Shawshank Redemption" which is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time and was in fact voted the greatest film of all time by "Empire" magazine readers in "The 201 Greatest Movies of All Time" poll in March, 2006. Many of his stories are set in his home state of Maine. King was born September 21, 1947, in Portland, Maine. His father, Donald Edwin King, was a merchant seaman. Donald was born under the surname Pollock, but as an adult, used the surname King. King's mother was Nellie Ruth (née Pillsbury). When Stephen King was two years old, his father left the family under the pretense of "going to buy a pack of cigarettes", leaving his mother to raise Stephen and his older brother, David, by herself, sometimes under great financial strain. Cristian: My favorite author is Steven King, the horror writer from Maine. Bryan: I've heard of him but I don't know much about him. What has he written? Cristian: Many books, like "Shawshank Redemption", It, Christine, Carrie. Bryan: Ohh wow I had no idea he wrote some of those classics! Cristian: Yeah, he has published 54 novels and 200 short stories. He is considered one of the best horror writers. Bryan: No wonder, he has written such great novels. That's so many too! Cristian: He was actually born with last name Pollock but changed his name to King as an adult. Bryan: Any reason why he did that? I really never knew that.

i have a lot of trophies from my childhood.

A trophy is a tangible, durable reminder of a specific achievement, and serves as recognition or evidence of merit. Trophies are often awarded for sporting events, from youth sports to professional level athletics. In many sports medals (or, in North America, rings) are often given out either as the trophy or along with more traditional trophies. Originally the word trophy, derived from the Greek "tropaion", referred to arms, standards, other property, or human captives and body parts (e.g., headhunting) captured in battle. These war trophies commemorated the military victories of a state, army or individual combatant. In modern warfare trophy taking is discouraged, but this sense of the word is reflected in hunting trophies and human trophy collecting by serial killers. A slang term for an individual or team's collection of trophies is silverware. Trophies have marked victories since ancient times. The word "trophy", coined in English in 1550, was derived from the French "trophée" in 1513, "a prize of war", from Old French "trophee", from Latin "trophaeum", monument to victory, variant of "tropaeum", which in turn is the latinisation of the Greek τρόπαιον ("tropaion"), the neuter of τροπαῖος ("tropaios"), "of defeat" or "for defeat", but generally "of a turning" or "of a change", from τροπή ("tropē"), "a turn, a change" and that from the verb τρέπω ("trepo"), "to turn, to alter". Laura: I have so many trophies from my childhood, I probably need to get rid of them. It's not like I was actually an amazing athlete! Jeremy: Well, you must have been pretty good to get a trophy. They are given to remind the individual of an achievement, or evidence of merit. Laura: Well, sometimes the achievement was just being on the team! Speaking of trophies, are you familiar with the Stanley Cup? Jeremy: Yes, I love the Stanley Cup because it's the oldest existing trophy to be awarded to a professional sports franchise. Laura: The Washington Capitals just won it. We live in Washington and are so happy. It is a beautiful trophy! Jeremy: I was so glad they won it. It was great to see Alexander Ovechkin win the cup since he's been one of the best players for so long. Do you like hockey? Laura: I like hockey a lot. And Ovechkin is the best! Jeremy: Me too. I like international hockey also. I enjoyed watching Ovechkin play for HC Dynamo before coming to the NHL

i m 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. Preston: I am beat! I just got out of school, radiology school. My father was one, my mother was one so I shall be too. Aiden: Wow! So you use medical imaging to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases! What a responsibility! Preston: Yeah, I was a surgeon, but that job wasn't cutting it. You know anything about my future profession? It's a challenge so far for me Aiden: Yeah! You guys use a vareity of imaging techniques such as ultrasound, X-ray radiography and computed tomography! How long were you in school for Preston: Just now for 2 hours. I have to go back tomorrow. Lots of studying a little play with this school Aiden: Wow! Well the acquisition of medical images that you do as a radiographer is so important! I bet it saves a lot of lives. Preston: You know, that is exactly what the professor keeps telling up too, right on my friend.. right on with that Aiden: Yeah! It's so neat tht you guys have a database of normal anatomy images to identify abnormalities! Preston: I skipped my notes, I never even knew that. Where would I be without you? (repeating this class) Aiden: I see! Well I recommend getting some advance training so you're better at reading basic medical images!

i want to become an author.

An author is the creator or originator of any written work such as a book or play, and is thus also a writer. More broadly defined, an author is "the person who originated or gave existence to anything" and whose authorship determines responsibility for what was created. Typically, the first owner of a copyright is the person who created the work i.e. the author. If more than one person created the work, then a case of joint authorship can be made provided some criteria are met. In the copyright laws of various jurisdictions, there is a necessity for little flexibility regarding what constitutes authorship. The United States Copyright Office, for example, defines copyright as "a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States (title 17, U.S. Code) to authors of "original works of authorship". Holding the title of "author" over any "literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, [or] certain other intellectual works" gives rights to this person, the owner of the copyright, especially the exclusive right to engage in or authorize any production or distribution of their work. Any person or entity wishing to use intellectual property held under copyright must receive permission from the copyright holder to use this work, and often will be asked to pay for the use of copyrighted material. Charles: Hi! I'm trying to become an author. Erik: So you want to create a book or a play? Charles: I'm thinking of writing a murder mystery. Erik: You should check out the Manhattan Murder Mystery. It would be a great guide for you. Charles: Thanks for the suggestion! What is your favorite play? Erik: Annie Hall was a great film by Woody Allen but they have turned it into a play. Charles: I'll definitely h ave to check that out. Erik: It starred Dianne Keaton. She's been in a lot of movies, but Annie Hall was the most famous.

i enjoy going to museums.

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA ) is an art museum located in Midtown Manhattan in New York City, on 53rd Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. MoMA has been important in developing and collecting modernist art, and is often identified as one of the largest and most influential museums of modern art in the world. MoMA's collection offers an overview of modern and contemporary art, including works of architecture and design, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, prints, illustrated books and artist's books, film, and electronic media. The MoMA Library includes approximately 300,000 books and exhibition catalogs, over 1,000 periodical titles, and over 40,000 files of ephemera about individual artists and groups. The archives holds primary source material related to the history of modern and contemporary art. The idea for The Museum of Modern Art was developed in 1929 primarily by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller (wife of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.) and two of her friends, Lillie P. Bliss and Mary Quinn Sullivan. They became known variously as "the Ladies", "the daring ladies" and "the adamantine ladies". They rented modest quarters for the new museum in the Heckscher Building at 730 Fifth Avenue (corner of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street) in Manhattan, and it opened to the public on November 7, 1929, nine days after the Wall Street Crash. Jocelyn: the museum of modern art is an art museum located in manhattan in new york city. have you ever been? Natalie: I never have been, but would love to go. What kind of exhibits do they have? Jocelyn: their collection offers an overview of modern and contemporary art, this includes architecture, design, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, prints, books, film,electronic media and more. Natalie: How long has it been there? Jocelyn: it opened november 7 1929 nine days after the wallstreet crash. its been around for a while! Natalie: I had no idea it's been around that long. It sounds like it's a big building since it has so many different types of collections. Jocelyn: it is big, it includes 300,000 books and exhibition catalogs, over 1k periodical titles, and 40k files of ephemera about individual artist and groups. it is a big place of vast knowledge! Natalie: Do you think it would be a good place to take children? Jocelyn: the archives holds primary source material related to the history of modern and contemporary art so i would think you can if you are a parent that isnt offended by kids seeing ndity Natalie: Good point. It's probably expensive to get in I would imagine.

my favorite sport is hockey.

Ice hockey is a contact team sport played on ice, usually in a rink, in which two teams of skaters use their sticks to shoot a vulcanized rubber puck into their opponent's net to score points. The sport is known to be fast-paced and physical, with teams usually consisting of six players each: one goaltender, and five players who skate up and down the ice trying to take the puck and score a goal against the opposing team. Ice hockey is most popular in Canada, central and eastern Europe, Scandinavia, Russia and the United States. Ice hockey is the official national winter sport of Canada, and enjoys immense popularity; alongside Canada, ice hockey is the most popular winter sport in Belarus, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Finland, Latvia, Russia, Slovakia, Sweden, and Switzerland. North America's National Hockey League (NHL) is the highest level for men's ice hockey and the strongest professional ice hockey league in the world. The Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) is the highest league in Russia and much of Eastern Europe. The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) is the formal governing body for international ice hockey, with the IIHF managing international tournaments and maintaining the IIHF World Ranking. Katherine: So...do you like Ice Hockey? Bryce: I do! I grew up sort of near Canada. All the cold-weather countries love hockey. Katherine: Awesome...Are you a Cannucks fan then? Bryce: Flyers... The worst fans in the NHL, which is the strongest ice hockey league in the WORLD! Katherine: Typical. Good teams always get a bad rep. I am personally a Red Wings fan. Lots of Cups here. Who IS the winner Stanley Cup team? Bryce: Anybody but the Penguins is fine with me. Any time I have to go to The Igloo (their rink), I gag a little. Katherine: Haha...I am a Michgander, so no band wagon riding here! =) What"s your Stanley Cup prediction this season? Bryce: It's gotta be the Knights! The Stanley Cup is the oldest trophy to go to any pro sports franchise. It's like... the most important trophy in all of sports. Katherine: Hmmm Bryce: I'd like to see the Blackhawks pick up another Cup, eventually, though. They've won the Cup six times.

i like pepsi.

Pepsi is a carbonated soft drink produced and manufactured by PepsiCo. Originally created and developed in 1893 by Caleb Bradham and introduced as Brad's Drink, it was renamed as Pepsi-Cola on August 28, 1898, and then as Pepsi in 1961. The drink Pepsi was first introduced as "Brad's Drink" in New Bern, North Carolina, United States, in 1893 by Caleb Bradham, who made it at his drugstore where the drink was sold. It was renamed Pepsi-Cola in 1898 after the root of the word "dyspepsia" and the kola nuts used in the recipe. The original recipe also included sugar and vanilla. Bradham sought to create a fountain drink that was appealing and would aid in digestion and boost energy. In 1903, Bradham moved the bottling of Pepsi-Cola from his drugstore to a rented warehouse. That year, Bradham sold 7,968 gallons of syrup. The next year, Pepsi was sold in six-ounce bottles, and sales increased to 19,848 gallons. In 1909, automobile race pioneer Barney Oldfield was the first celebrity to endorse Pepsi-Cola, describing it as "A bully drink...refreshing, invigorating, a fine bracer before a race." The advertising theme "Delicious and Healthful" was then used over the next two decades. In 1926, Pepsi received its first logo redesign since the original design of 1905. Jack: Man, I'm thirsty today! I think I'll grab a Pepsi from the fridge! It's my favorite carbonated soft drink! Jordyn: I prefer Coke my self. But, I do love a good cold mountain dew. Jack: Pepsi is where it's at dude! Funny that it was first called "Brad's Drink" in North Carolina in 1893 - what a strange name! Hold on, need to refill my glass! Jordyn: Brad's Drink is and odd name. Never heard it called that before. Jack: Darn it, that was my last bottle! Need to run to the store! Yeah, in 1898 it was renamed Pepsi-Cola - so the weird name only lasted 5 years. Jordyn: I can see why. Kind of an off putting name. Jack: It is, isn't it! The drink was created by Caleb Bradham, so that's where the name Brad's Drink came from - glad they changed it! Jordyn: Ah, I see. That's really cool though. I never knew it was originally named after the creator.

i drive a ford truck.

The Ford Motor Company (commonly referred to simply as "Ford") is an American multinational automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. It was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903. The company sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand. Ford also owns Brazilian SUV manufacturer, Troller, and Australian performance car manufacturer FPV. In the past, it has also produced tractors and automotive components. Ford owns an 8% stake in Aston Martin of the United Kingdom, and a 49% stake in Jiangling of China. It also has a number of joint-ventures, one in China (Changan Ford), one in Taiwan (Ford Lio Ho), one in Thailand (AutoAlliance Thailand), one in Turkey (Ford Otosan), and one in Russia (Ford Sollers). It is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is controlled by the Ford family, although they have minority ownership (but majority of the voting power). Ford introduced methods for large-scale manufacturing of cars and large-scale management of an industrial workforce using elaborately engineered manufacturing sequences typified by moving assembly lines; by 1914, these methods were known around the world as Fordism. Sebastian: Ford is such a cool company to me. How long have they been around? Joel: Since 1903! That is when Henry Ford created it, on june 16th. Sebastian: Damn that's such a long time! So what made Henry Ford so famous? Joel: Ford is what made him famous! Also, Ford have a 8% stake in Aston Martin too? Sebastian: Oh do they? I never knew that! What else do you know? Joel: In the past they have produced Tractors and simple automotive components. They also have and a 49% stake in Jiangling, a company from china. Sebastian: Oh I've heard that they started with tractors before! Did they move into cars right after? Joel: They started originally with cars but decided to produce tractors too. Ford also owns Brazillian SUV manufacturer 'Troller' aswell. Sebastian: They own so much stake in other companies, I had no idea! Joel: Yes they do! and probably the most interesting fact about Ford; they actually created a concept of moving assembly lines which improved efficiency for manufacturing cars. Around the world this is known as 'Fordism'

i love the beach.

An ocean (, the sea of classical antiquity) is a body of saline water that composes much of a planet's hydrosphere. On Earth, an ocean is one of the major conventional divisions of the World Ocean. These are, in descending order by area, the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern (Antarctic), and Arctic Oceans. The word "sea" is often used interchangeably with "ocean" in American English but, strictly speaking, a sea is a body of saline water (generally a division of the world ocean) partly or fully enclosed by land. Saline water covers approximately and is customarily divided into several principal oceans and smaller seas, with the ocean covering approximately 71% of Earth's surface and 90% of the Earth's biosphere. The ocean contains 97% of Earth's water, and oceanographers have stated that less than 5% of the World Ocean has been explored. The total volume is approximately 1.35 billion cubic kilometers (320 million cu mi) with an average depth of nearly . As the world ocean is the principal component of Earth's hydrosphere, it is integral to life, forms part of the carbon cycle, and influences climate and weather patterns. The world ocean is the habitat of 230,000 known species, but because much of it is unexplored, the number of species that exist in the ocean is much larger, possibly over two million. Martin: I love the ocean I have always found it mysterious and peaceful Joseph: yea the ocean is a body of saline water that composes much of the planet's hydrosphere Martin: I wonder how much of the planet is covered with ocean? Joseph: saline water covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface and 90% of the earth's bioshpere. Martin: I had no idea it was that much, you know a lot about this I can tell Joseph: The ocean is one of the major conventional divisions of the world ocean Martin: That is interesting what else can you tell me about the ocean? Joseph: its been said that the ocean contains 97% of the Earth's water, and oceanographers have stated that less than 5% of the world ocean has been explored. Martin: That is incredible that means the majority of the ocean has not been explored Joseph: The ocean's volume is approximately 1.35 billion cubic kilometers (320 million cu mi) with an average depth of nearly

nachos make me happy.

Nachos are a Mexican dish from northern Mexico. The dish consists of tortilla chips (or "totopos") covered with cheese or cheese-based sauce, and is often served as a snack. More elaborate versions add more ingredients and can be served as a main dish. Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya is credited with creating the dish in about 1943. The original nachos consisted of fried corn tortillas covered with melted cheese and sliced jalapeño peppers. Nachos originated in the city of Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, just over the border from Eagle Pass, Texas. In 1943, the wives of U.S. soldiers stationed at Fort Duncan in nearby Eagle Pass were in Piedras Negras on a shopping trip, and arrived at the restaurant after it had already closed for the day. The "maître d'hôtel", Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya, invented a new snack for them with what little he had available in the kitchen: tortillas and cheese. Anaya cut the tortillas into triangles, fried them, added shredded cheddar cheese, quickly heated them, added sliced pickled jalapeño peppers, and served them. When asked what the dish was called, he answered, "Nacho's "especiales"". As word of the dish traveled, the apostrophe was lost, and Nacho's "specials" became "special nachos". Gregory: Nachos, make me very very happy. They are a mexican food. Jennifer: I love some nachos! Speaking of mexican food, I am excited to have tacos for dinner tonight Gregory: The only tacos I have had are from taco bell, that's an american version of mexican. Jennifer: Oh yeah, I've had taco bell a lot before too. Not as much now that I live away from them. Gregory: Taco bell has more than 2 billion customers each year, it's kinda wild to think about really. Jennifer: Yeah, that'sa lot of customers Gregory: The people that own taco bell also own KFC? Jennifer: Oh wow, I never knew! That's a big corporation then Gregory: Yes it is, YUM also owns pizzahut, and alot of pepsi products. Jennifer: It's crazy how rich these corporations must be.

i love to paint.

Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a solid surface (support base). The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush, but other implements, such as knives, sponges, and airbrushes, can be used. Painting is a mode of creative expression, and the forms are numerous. Drawing, gesture (as in gestural painting), composition, narration (as in narrative art), or abstraction (as in abstract art), among other aesthetic modes, may serve to manifest the expressive and conceptual intention of the practitioner. Paintings can be naturalistic and representational (as in a still life or landscape painting), photographic, abstract, narrative, symbolistic (as in Symbolist art), emotive (as in Expressionism), or political in nature (as in Artivism). A portion of the history of painting in both Eastern and Western art is dominated by spiritual motifs and ideas. Examples of this kind of painting range from artwork depicting mythological figures on pottery, to Biblical scenes rendered on the interior walls and ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, to scenes from the life of Buddha or other images of Eastern religious origin. In art, the term "painting "describes both the act and the result of the action. Oscar: Do you like to paint? I love to paint. It really allows me to express myself and I love the different types of painting Melissa: I have been a painter for 5 years. i Love every part of it Oscar: Have you ever heard of or done color field painting? I love that abstract style. It reminds me of old creative New york Melissa: I o Oscar: its also so interesting how far back the history of painting goes. back to prehistoric humans and in all cultures too Melissa: I have never heard about color field painting. What is it about? Oscar: It is a form of abstract painting that centers primarily on the colors. There will be large areas of solid color across the canvas. more on color, less on shape. Melissa: Ok. I will try and learn more about that. Maybe i can do it sometimes

i wonder what it would be like to be a different gender.

Sex change is a process by which a person or animal changes sex – that is, by which female sexual characteristics are substituted for male ones, or vice versa. Sex change may occur naturally, as in the case of the sequential hermaphroditism observed in some species. Most commonly, however, the term is used for sex reassignment therapy, including sex reassignment surgery, carried out on humans. It is also sometimes used for the medical procedures applied to intersex people. The term may also be applied to the broader process of changing gender role ("living as a woman" instead of living as a man, or vice versa), including but not necessarily limited to medical procedures. Some species exhibit sequential hermaphroditism. In these species, such as many species of coral reef fishes, sex change is a normal anatomical process. Clownfish, wrasses, moray eels, gobies and other fish species are known to change sex, including reproductive functions. A school of clownfish is always built into a hierarchy with a female fish at the top. When she dies, the most dominant male changes sex and takes her place. In the wrasses (the family Labridae), sex change is from female to male, with the largest female of the harem changing into a male and taking over the harem upon the disappearance of the previous dominant male. Gabriella: The process known as a sexchance is when a personals sexual characteristics are swapped out for that of the opposite gender Audrey: i have never heard of that before, where does this happen mainly? or where did it start Gabriella: I don't know when it was first done by humans, but it can naturally occur in some specials of animals Audrey: oh that is cool, what else can you tell me about this Gabriella: in many coral reef fishes the natural sexchange process is a common occurrence. Audrey: is this happening due to our waste getting into the water? Gabriella: no it is just common among clownfish, wrasses, moray eels, gobies, and other fish. They even change their reproductive organs. Audrey: oh that is very interesting, you learn something new every day. Gabriella: If you hear the term it is most likely referring to sexreassignment therapy carried out in humans. Audrey: is there a company out there that handles that kind of thing ?

my favorite thing to eat is a burrito.

A burrito (, ) is a dish in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that consists of a large wheat tortilla with various fillings. It is wrapped into a closed-ended cylinder, in contrast to a taco, where the tortilla is simply folded around the fillings. The tortilla is sometimes lightly grilled or steamed to soften it, make it more pliable, and allow it to adhere to itself when wrapped. A wet burrito is covered in sauce and therefore cannot be picked up. In Mexico, meat and refried beans are frequently the only fillings. In the United States, however, burrito fillings may include a combination of ingredients such as Mexican-style rice or plain rice, boiled beans or refried beans, lettuce, salsa, meat, guacamole, cheese, sour cream and various vegetables. Burrito sizes vary greatly and some can be very large. The word "burrito" means "little donkey" in Spanish, as a diminutive form of "burro", or "donkey". The name "burrito", as applied to the dish, possibly derives from the appearance of bedrolls and packs that donkeys carried. In other regions of Mexico such as in the state of Tamaulipas, similar types of food are known as "flauta" (flute). Before the development of the modern burrito, the Mesoamerican peoples of Mexico used corn tortillas to wrap foods, with fillings of chili peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, squash, and avocados. Destiny: I love Burritos and eat them all the time! Miguel: I really like wet burritos covered in sauce. Destiny: Ooh what type of sauce? I have mine stuffed but nothing on top. Miguel: Usually the wet burrito will be covered in some kind of mexican style cheese sauce or salsa. Destiny: I add so much cheese inside my burrito I can't imagine more on the outside! Salsa sounds good to add. What do you have inside yours? Miguel: You know, the usual burrito fillings: rice, refried beans, lettuce, salsa, meat, cheese, guacamole and vegetables. Destiny: Again I've never put Guac inside mine - always black beans, refrieds and tons of cheese - sometimes jalapenos, though. I don't do meat. Miguel: I have a Chipotle mexican grill near my house. I've gone there a lot since they put it there, I like it a lot better than Moe's or Qdoba. Destiny: We either make burritos at home or go to Moes, which isn't the best. Tiajuana Flats is pretty good, too. Miguel: Often when I make burritos at home, I use canned chipotle peppers. The smoked and dried jalapeno flavor works out pretty nicely. It's funny though, Chilpotle doesn't always put chipotle in their burritos.

my favorite food is raw onion.

The onion ("Allium cepa" L., from Latin "cepa" "onion"), also known as the bulb onion or common onion, is a vegetable that is the most widely cultivated species of the genus "Allium". Its close relatives include the garlic, shallot, leek, chive, and Chinese onion. This genus also contains several other species variously referred to as onions and cultivated for food, such as the Japanese bunching onion ("Allium fistulosum"), the tree onion ("A." ×"proliferum"), and the Canada onion ("Allium canadense"). The name "wild onion" is applied to a number of "Allium" species, but "A. cepa" is exclusively known from cultivation. Its ancestral wild original form is not known, although escapes from cultivation have become established in some regions. The onion is most frequently a biennial or a perennial plant, but is usually treated as an annual and harvested in its first growing season. The onion plant has a fan of hollow, bluish-green leaves and its bulb at the base of the plant begins to swell when a certain day-length is reached. The bulbs are composed of shortened, compressed, underground stems surrounded by fleshy modified scale (leaves) that envelop a central bud at the tip of the stem. Richard: Onions are great. I love to eat them on my burgers. Caleb: Oh yes, Onions are the most widely cultivated species in their genus. Richard: It's probably because they are so delicious that there's no competition. They go with so many foods as well. Caleb: Onions are related to Garlic, Shallot, Leeks, chives, and Chinese Onions. I've never had a Chinese Onion, have you? Richard: I have not. I wonder how they are different from regular onions. Caleb: I suppose we could ask Oliver Onions, the British writer of short stories and novels. He might know. Richard: That would be quite the culinary coincidence. What makes onions different from their relatives? Caleb: To begin with, the onion we know is delicious on hot dogs, a popular food in the United States.

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." Jocelyn: My dad was very strict when it comes to parenting, are you a parent? What do you think about strict parenting? Erin: I'm not a parent, and probably never will be. I can't handle the responsibility of promoting and supporting the physical and emotional development of a child into adulthood! I think strict parenting has pros and cons of course. Jocelyn: i would like to have kids someday, maybe you are not ready at the moment, i think strict parenting is better than relaxed one, i mean everything is bad if its too much, so having boundaries is good Erin: I think being firm, but fair is key. If you're too strict it encourages them to disobey and rebel. Of course not all children develop at the same rate so you need to adjust your parenting style all the time. Jocelyn: Yes, different behaviour calls for different methods, i think i will be a great parent, since my parents were not so good at all :D Erin: It's great that you're using your negative experiences in a positive manner. Parenting skills can certainly vary, but I think you'll be a "good parent" personally. Jocelyn: Yes, i learned a lot from their bad moves they did, i think i will be better, at least not do the mistakes they did Erin: That's good to know, there's even something called parent management training that aims to change parenting behaviors, perhaps that would have helped your parents.

i am bloated.

Bloat is any abnormal gas swelling, or increase in diameter of the abdominal area. As a symptom, the patient feels a full and tight abdomen, which may cause abdominal pain and is sometimes accompanied by increased stomach growling, or more seriously, the total lack of it. The most common symptom associated with bloating is a sensation that the abdomen is full or distended. Rarely, bloating may be painful or cause shortness of breath. Pains that are due to bloating will feel sharp and cause the stomach to cramp. These pains may occur anywhere in the body and can change locations quickly. They are so painful that they are sometimes mistaken for heart pains when they develop on the upper left side of the chest. Pains on the right side are often confused with problems in the appendix or the gallbladder. One symptom of gas that is not normally associated with it is the hiccup. Hiccups are harmless and will diminish on their own; they also help to release gas that is in the digestive tract before it moves down to the intestines and causes bloating. Important but uncommon causes of abdominal bloating include ascites and tumors. There are many causes of bloating, including: diet, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, reflux, and constipation. Kayla: oh god, today i ate the world! i am so so bloated Mariah: Sorry to hear that, are you feeling a full and tight abdomen? Kayla: i am feeling so full! i had a triple cheeseburger, chips and on top of that cheesecake and diet coke (diet coke might have helped reduced some fat) \ Mariah: I am sure you must have increased stomach growling after eating all of that. Why did you eat so much? Kayla: i was so hungry, i hadn't had anything to eat prior to that and when i get hungry... oh god i just over eat, everything just seems so little Mariah: You might experience some lactose intolerance, reflux, and constipation over the next few days. So be sure to drink a lot of water. Kayla: oh don't worry i've drank so much water since then, i am practically water (another reason for why i am so bloated), how about when was the last you were bloated Mariah: Good. I was bloated last week. Felt like a balloon and would fly to the sky an moment. They are so painful when I have them upper left side of the chest!

i like to play video games.

A video game is an electronic game that involves interaction with a user interface to generate visual feedback on a video device such as a TV screen or computer monitor. The word "video" in "video game" traditionally referred to a raster display device, but as of the 2000s, it implies any type of display device that can produce two- or three-dimensional images. Some theorists categorize video games as an art form, but this designation is controversial. The electronic systems used to play video games are known as platforms; examples of these are personal computers and video game consoles. These platforms range from large mainframe computers to small handheld computing devices. Specialized video games such as arcade games, in which the video game components are housed in a large, typically coin-operated chassis, while common in the 1980s in video arcades, have gradually declined due to the widespread availability of affordable home video game consoles (e.g., PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Wii U) and video games on desktop and laptop computers and smartphones. The input device used for games, the game controller, varies across platforms. Common controllers include gamepads, joysticks, mouse devices, keyboards, the touchscreens of mobile devices, and buttons, or even, with the Kinect sensor, a person's hands and body. Tanner: I'm not a big video game player, but my boyfriend loves them. Cassidy: My husband likes video games as well. My kids too. Tanner: Are you getting criticized at all for your kids playing video games? There's so much controversy nowadays about whether or not they're too violent. Cassidy: I haven't really been criticized, but I do limit the violence in the games I let them play and the amount of time they play them. Tanner: That's good. So many people can get addicted to video games and I don't see how. I'm glad my boyfriend stopped his addiction long ago. Cassidy: I've heard that there is a law in Japan now against kids playing video games after midnight.They also have a lot of addition treatment centers. Tanner: I guess it's easy to be addicted to anything. Like internet addiction. Seems like everyone has it. Cassidy: Yeah. What do you do with a kid who is so talented in electronics, but you want to be careful he doesn't get addicted.

we live in a rural area.

In general, a rural area or countryside is a geographic area that is located outside towns and cities. The Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services defines the word "rural" as encompassing "...all population, housing, and territory not included within an urban area. Whatever is not urban is considered rural." Typical rural areas have a low population density and small settlements. Agricultural areas are commonly rural, as are other types of areas such as forest. Different countries have varying definitions of "rural" for statistical and administrative purposes. In Canada, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development defines a "predominantly rural region" as having more than 50% of the population living in rural communities where a "rural community" has a population density less than 150 people per square kilometre. In Canada, the census division has been used to represent "regions" and census consolidated sub-divisions have been used to represent "communities". Intermediate regions have 15 to 49 percent of their population living in a rural community. Predominantly urban regions have less than 15 percent of their population living in a rural community. Shelby: Good afternoon. I live on a 10 acre farm in Indiana. It is considered rural; ... outside of towns and cities. How about you? Bryan: No, I live in the big city. Shelby: Our population size is quite low. We have about 1800 folks who live around here. What size is your population do you suppose? Bryan: There are around 600,000 people that live in my city. Shelby: Wow! Only in cows do we get that many! Ha. We focus mainly on agriculture around here though. Some cattle farms, pig farms too; but mainly agriculture. I farm my small area of ten acres. Its more of a hobby farm. Bryan: Wow, 10 acres all to yourself. Do you even have any neighbors? Shelby: I have a few neighbors. We are able to watch out for each other, which is nice. I have one neighbor who is a dairy farmer. He mainly deals with milk; but he also makes some butter. It's fantastic! Do you like fresh dairy? Bryan: Definitely. i'm tired of this poison they try to feed us at the supermarket.

i only date people taller than me.

Dating is a stage of romantic relationships in humans whereby two people meet socially with the aim of each assessing the other's suitability as a prospective partner in an intimate relationship or marriage. It is a form of courtship, consisting of social activities done by the couple, either alone or with others. The protocols and practices of dating, and the terms used to describe it, vary considerably from country to country and over time. While the term has several meanings, the most frequent usage refers to two people exploring whether they are romantically or sexually compatible by participating in dates with the other. With the use of modern technology, people can date via telephone or computer or meet in person. Dating may also involve two or more people who have already decided that they share romantic or sexual feelings toward each other. These people will have dates on a regular basis, and they may or may not be having sexual relations. This period of courtship is sometimes seen as a precursor to engagement. Some cultures require people to wait until a certain age to begin dating, which has been a source of controversy. Dating as an institution is a relatively recent phenomenon which has mainly emerged in the last few centuries. Victor: Have you ever been at the dateing stage of a relationship? Briana: maybe at one point in my life what about you Victor: Yeah I've been through it. The social activities, the courtship. All of it. Briana: am sorry hope it all worked out for you Victor: It did. A lot of people like to use modern technology to meet people to date, but I prefer the old fashion way. Briana: i always say that is the best way Victor: I had dates on a regular basis. I even still go on dates with my wife. Briana: that is so nice i bet she loves you lots

i have a family that are all tall.

Human height or stature is the distance from the bottom of the feet to the top of the head in a human body, standing erect. It is measured using a stadiometer, usually in centimetres when using the metric system, or feet and inches when using the imperial system. A particular genetic profile in men called Y haplotype I-M170 is correlated with height. Ecological data shows that as the frequency of this genetic profile increases in the population, the average male height in a country also increases. When populations share genetic background and environmental factors, average height is frequently characteristic within the group. Exceptional height variation (around 20% deviation from average) within such a population is sometimes due to gigantism or dwarfism, which are medical conditions caused by specific genes or endocrine abnormalities. The development of human height can serve as an indicator of two key welfare components, namely nutritional quality and health. In regions of poverty or warfare, environmental factors like chronic malnutrition during childhood or adolescence may result in delayed growth and/or marked reductions in adult stature even without the presence of any of these medical conditions. Naomi: What is your human height? The distance from the bottom of your feet to the top of your head. Arianna: I am a very short peson! I only stand at 5 foot two inches! Naomi: Height can serve as an idictor for two key compnents. Nutritional quality as well as health. Arianna: oh yes! how tall are you? Naomi: If you measure from the bottom of my feet to the top of my head i am six foot. Arianna: That is very tall! Are you scared of heights, being so tall? Naomi: I am not and enjoy the fact I am more successful in sports. Arianna: yes! you are very fast, im sure too right? Naomi: I am and hope to play in the Major League Baseball someday. Arianna: Good luck to you and your future then! you seem like a smart individual

i have never had candy in my life.

Candy, also called sweets or lollies, is a confection that features sugar as a principal ingredient. The category, called "sugar confectionery", encompasses any sweet confection, including chocolate, chewing gum, and sugar candy. Vegetables, fruit, or nuts which have been glazed and coated with sugar are said to be "candied". Physically, candy is characterized by the use of a significant amount of sugar or sugar substitutes. Unlike a cake or loaf of bread that would be shared among many people, candies are usually made in smaller pieces. However, the definition of candy also depends upon how people treat the food. Unlike sweet pastries served for a dessert course at the end of a meal, candies are normally eaten casually, often with the fingers, as a snack between meals. Each culture has its own ideas of what constitutes candy rather than dessert. The same food may be a candy in one culture and a dessert in another. Candy is a sweet food product. Sugar candies include hard candies, soft candies, caramels, marshmallows, taffy, and other candies whose principal ingredient is sugar. Commercially, sugar candies are often divided into groups according to the amount of sugar they contain and their chemical structure. Bianca: Candy comes in so many forms. I enjoy eating a variety of candies. Sarah: I love candy, sweets, and lollies! They are so good and sweet, and full of sugar! Bianca: Yes. I enjoy chocolates especially with nuts such as almonds. Dark chocolate with almonds is my favorite and it is a healthy treat. Sarah: I like chocolate covered marshmallow treats. Those things are so good! Bianca: Oh wow. Chocolate covered marshmallows are tasty too. They are gooey and a little sticky. Are they your favorite? Sarah: They are. I just love marshmallows in general. Although some marshmallow recipes call for eggs and I'm allergic Bianca: Allergic to eggs. that is too bad. Therefore, you have to look at the candies ingredients before eating. some candy centers are made with eggs. Sarah: This is true! I have to be careful. This is why sometimes, instead of candy, I opt for fruits that have been glazed , or "candied" fruits

my favorite foods are fried chicken and chocolate cake.

Fried chicken (also referred to as Southern fried chicken for the variant in the United States) is a dish consisting of chicken pieces usually from broiler chickens which have been floured or battered and then pan-fried, deep fried, or pressure fried. The breading adds a crisp coating or crust to the exterior of the chicken. What separates fried chicken from other fried forms of chicken is that generally the chicken is cut at the joints, and the bones and skin are left intact. Crisp well-seasoned skin, rendered of excess fat, is a hallmark of well made fried chicken. The first dish known to have been deep fried was fritters, which were popular in the Middle Ages. However, it was the Scottish who were the first Europeans to deep fry their chicken in fat (though without seasoning). Meanwhile, a number of West African peoples had traditions of seasoned fried chicken (though battering and cooking the chicken in palm oil). Scottish frying techniques and West African seasoning techniques were combined by enslaved Africans and African-Americans in the American South. Prior to the Second World War, fried chicken was often very expensive and was only enjoyed on special occasions. In the late 1900s and early 2000s, however, fried chicken has been mass-produced and the price of the dish has gone down significantly. Hector: Strange I know but my favourite food is fried chicken with chocolate cake for dessert!! Aubrey: That sounds delicious! I like fried chicken, but I absolutely love chocolate cake! Hector: well its great to speak with someone so alike. Fried chicken is so tasty especailly which it has been deep fried rather than pressure fried. I am quite particular lol Aubrey: Really? I honestly didn't know the difference. I just have one of those fry daddies that I make fried chicken with. Hector: Me too but I am fussy. I love KFC chicken for a treat it is afterall the best american fast food restaurant specializing in fried chicken. Aubrey: I like KFC too. I enjoy their chicken sandwiches and their macaroni and cheese. Hector: Oh now I have never tried their macaroni cheese. I will put it on my list for next time. KFC was founded by Colonel Sanders who began selling his own receipe for fried chicken from the roadside. Now its in so many countries around the world! Aubrey: Yes, I think I even saw a KFC in France when I went!

my favorite artist is bob ross.

Robert Norman Ross (October 29, 1942 – July 4, 1995) was an American painter, art instructor, and television host. He was the creator and host of "The Joy of Painting", an instructional television program that aired from 1983 to 1994 on PBS in the United States, and also aired in Canada, Latin America, and Europe. Ross went from being a public-television personality in the 1980s and 1990s to being an Internet celebrity in the 21st century, popular with fans on YouTube and many other websites. Ross was born in Daytona Beach, Florida, to Jack and Ollie Ross (a carpenter and waitress, respectively), and raised in Orlando, Florida. As a child, Ross entertained himself by caring for injured animals, purportedly including an armadillo, snake, and alligator. One of these animals, a squirrel named Peapod, was featured in a few episodes of his show. He had a half-brother, Jim, whom he mentioned in passing on his show. Ross dropped out of high school in the 9th grade to work as a carpenter with his father, Jack Ross, where he lost part of his left index finger. This, however, did not affect the way he held his palette while painting. In 1961, then 18-year-old Ross enlisted in the United States Air Force and was put into service as a medical records technician. Wyatt: my favorite artist is bob ross, he was an american painter, art instructor and television host. Kyle: i have never heard of hiim but seems like an interesting person, could you tell me more about him? Wyatt: he was the creator and host of the "Joy of Painting" show that aired from 1983 to 1994 on PBS in the US Kyle: i think i have seen it before but not sure, where was he born and when Wyatt: he was born in the US on Octobver 29, 1942 Kyle: cool, what are some other things Bob ross has done Wyatt: He was a high school drop out and went to work as a carpenter with his father, Jack Ross, where he lost part of his left index finger. Kyle: That is really interesting that even know he dropped out he was succesful

i own 9 guitars.

The guitar is a fretted musical instrument that usually has six strings. The sound is projected either acoustically, using a hollow wooden or plastic and wood box (for an acoustic guitar), or through electrical amplifier and a speaker (for an electric guitar). It is typically played by strumming or plucking the strings with the fingers, thumb or fingernails of the right hand or with a pick while fretting (or pressing against the frets) the strings with the fingers of the left hand. The guitar is a type of chordophone, traditionally constructed from wood and strung with either gut, nylon or steel strings and distinguished from other chordophones by its construction and tuning. The modern guitar was preceded by the gittern, the vihuela, the four-course Renaissance guitar, and the five-course baroque guitar, all of which contributed to the development of the modern six-string instrument. There are three main types of modern acoustic guitar: the classical guitar (nylon-string guitar), the steel-string acoustic guitar, and the archtop guitar, which is sometimes called a "jazz guitar". The tone of an acoustic guitar is produced by the strings' vibration, amplified by the hollow body of the guitar, which acts as a resonating chamber. Christina: I wish I could play the guitar. Sean: If only I can see you in person, I can tell you more about how to play the guitar. You play it by strumming or plucking the strings with your fingers while pressing against the frets on your other hand. Christina: It sure sounds like it requires a lot of coordination. Sean: It does take some practice - there are usually six strings that you need to press against the frets to make various chords and when you combine enough of these chords together, you get a song. Christina: Are there many different types of guitars? Sean: Yes - there's a lot of different variations of guitars. For example, a bass guitar has a similar appearance but only has four to six strings and longer neck. It sounds totally different as well. Christina: Is one easier to play than the other? Or does the number strings not make that much difference? Sean: The more strings there are, the harder it would be to play as your hand would need to be stretched out more. With that said, there is also the electric guitar, which is similar to the guitar but uses pickups to convert the sound of the strings into electrical signals. Christina: I bet learning the guitar would open up more new skills, with all the coordination! Sean: Sure thing - you can be a music teacher or a guitar player in a band. All the famous guitarist you probably know are amazing electrical guitar players. The cool thing about electric guitars is that you can alter the sound of the signal and change the timbre of the sound.

i had two cats growing up.

The domestic cat ("Felis silvestris catus" or "Felis catus") is a small, typically furry, carnivorous mammal. They are often called house cats when kept as indoor pets or simply cats when there is no need to distinguish them from other felids and felines. They are often valued by humans for companionship and for their ability to hunt vermin. There are more than seventy cat breeds recognized by various cat registries. Cats are similar in anatomy to the other felids, with a strong flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp retractable claws, and teeth adapted to killing small prey. Cat senses fit a crepuscular and predatory ecological niche. Cats can hear sounds too faint or too high in frequency for human ears, such as those made by mice and other small animals. They can see in near darkness. Like most other mammals, cats have poorer color vision and a better sense of smell than humans. Cats, despite being solitary hunters, are a social species and cat communication includes the use of a variety of vocalizations (mewing, purring, trilling, hissing, growling, and grunting), as well as cat pheromones and types of cat-specific body language. Cats have a high breeding rate. Under controlled breeding, they can be bred and shown as registered pedigree pets, a hobby known as cat fancy. Sebastian: I love cats. Not a cat lady but I have three! Madelyn: Like most other animals cats have poorer vision but a better sense of smell than humans. Sebastian: I wonder how much stronger their sense of smell is compared to other animals Madelyn: Im not sure but they can see in almost complete darkness despite being almost completely color blind. Sebastian: I had no idea they were color blind. Crazy they can see so well in the dark. Madelyn: Despite being solitary hunters they are social animals having many different vocalizations like hissing, purring, and meowing. Sebastian: I know chattering is one type of sound they make when hunting or want to hunt Madelyn: Yeah. They also have a very high breeding rate.

i can run very fast for long distances.

Long-distance running, or endurance running, is a form of continuous running over distances of at least eight kilometres (5 miles). Physiologically, it is largely aerobic in nature and requires stamina as well as mental strength. Among mammals, humans are well adapted for running significant distances, and particularly so among primates. The endurance running hypothesis suggests that running endurance in the "Homo" genus arose because travelling over large areas improved scavenging opportunities and allowed persistence hunting. The capacity for endurance running is also found in migratory ungulates and a limited number of terrestrial carnivores, such as dogs, wolves and hyenas. In modern human society, long-distance running has multiple purposes: people may engage in it for physical exercise, for recreation, as a means of travel, for economic reasons, or for cultural reasons. Long distance running can also be used as a means to improve cardiovascular health. Running improves aerobic fitness by increasing the activity of enzymes and hormones that stimulate the muscles and the heart to work more efficiently. Endurance running is often a component of physical military training and has been so historically. Max: I do not like long-distance running. Francisco: I actually quite like it. It is great for muscles and for heart health. Max: Yes it is but I do not like running for a long time. Francisco: Well it does have a history of being used in miliary physical training so I can see how someone would not like it Max: How often do you run? Francisco: I run a few times a week. It takes a lot of stamina and also mental strength. You have to be motivated Max: Yeah the motivation is the hard part. Francisco: Well, running at least 5 miles continousouly is not an easy task. There are some days I am pretty sore after

i like chicken nuggets.

McDonald's is a fast food company that was founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand. The first time a McDonald's franchise used the Golden Arches logo was in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1955, Ray Kroc, a businessman, joined the company as a franchise agent and proceeded to purchase the chain from the McDonald brothers. McDonald's had its original headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois, but has approved plans to move its global headquarters to Chicago by 2018. McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant chain by revenue, serving over 69 million customers daily in over 100 countries across approximately 36,900 outlets as of 2016. Although McDonald's is known for its hamburgers, they also sell cheeseburgers, chicken products, french fries, breakfast items, soft drinks, milkshakes, wraps, and desserts. In response to changing consumer tastes and a negative backlash because of the unhealthiness of their food, the company has added to its menu salads, fish, smoothies, and fruit. The McDonald's Corporation revenues come from the rent, royalties, and fees paid by the franchisees, as well as sales in company-operated restaurants. John: Do you like mcdonalds? their hamburger stand has blossomed into quite the business! Parker: I do not enjoy mcdonalds. The quality of food has gone downhill. John: Is there anything you used to like? They have burgers, chicken, french fries, soft drink, everything! Parker: I used to like their chicken selects they had. Not sure if they have them anymore. What do you like at Mcdonalds? John: I really like their nuggets, drinks, milkshakes and especially desserts Parker: Their $1 drinks are a good deal. I like their ice cream. It seems like the ice cream machines always out of order though. Wonder why? John: I agree with you on that, I have heard it is just hard to fix the machines so they choose not to while it is busy Parker: I guess I can see that being an issue. Mcdonalds is a good place if you want to eat cheap. I just think that there are so many other good fast food restaurants to choose from. John: Yeah, everyone has mass produced food and it is served quickly , but if you want it cheap then that is a great option Parker: I agree that a lot of places sacrifice quality over quick service, mcdonalds being one of them. My favorite fast food is Chic-fila. Do you like them?

my favorite movies are disney movies.

This is a list of films released theatrically under the Walt Disney Pictures banner (known as that since 1983, with "Never Cry Wolf" as its first release) and films released before that under the former name of the parent company, Walt Disney Productions (1929–1983). Most films listed here were distributed in the United States by the company's distribution division, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (formerly known as Buena Vista Distribution Company [1953–1987] and Buena Vista Pictures Distribution [1987–2007]). The Disney features produced before "Peter Pan" (1953) were originally distributed by RKO Radio Pictures, and are now distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. This list is organized by release date and includes live action feature films, animated feature films (including films developed and produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios), and documentary films (including titles from the "True-Life Adventures" series and films produced by the Disneynature label). For an exclusive list of animated films released by Walt Disney Pictures and its previous entities see "List of Disney theatrical animated features". This list is only for theatrical films released under the main Disney banner. Kaylee: Do you love Disney pictures? Favorites? Sergio: Yes I do I love all Disney movies Kaylee: I really enjoyed Ferdinand. Brought the story to life for me. Sergio: I've never seen that one what is it about? Kaylee: Ferdinand was a bull who didn't want to gain glory in the bullring. He wanted to smell the flowers. Disney and Pixar. Sergio: That sounds like a wonderful movie I may have to watch that. I liked Finding Nemo. Kaylee: How about WALL-E? Like that one in 2008? Sergio: I love that movie. Kaylee: Did you see Bambi, the original? Sergio: Yes I actually own many of the original movies like those on VHS Kaylee: That is impressive that you have the 1942 version.. Sergio: Yes I actually do I also own Beauty and the Beast Snow White Cinderella and many others

i like to swim.

Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through fresh or salt water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both. Humans can hold their breath underwater and undertake rudimentary locomotive swimming within weeks of birth, as an evolutionary response. Swimming is consistently among top public recreational activities, and in some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of the educational curriculum. As a formalized sport, swimming features in a range of local, national, and international competitions, including every modern summer Olympics. Swimming relies on the natural buoyancy of the human body. On average, the body has a relative density of 0.98 compared to water, which causes the body to float. However, buoyancy varies on the basis of both body composition and the salinity of the water. Higher levels of body fat and saltier water both lower the relative density of the body and increase its buoyancy. Since the human body is only slightly less dense than water, water supports the weight of the body during swimming. As a result, swimming is “low-impact” compared to land activities such as running. Isabelle: I enjoy swimming in my pool. I find it's not only fun for recreation, but also great for exercise. Do you like to swim? Melanie: Neat! Do you have a diving board? I like swimming, especially when there are other people around to hang out with! Isabelle: I don't have a diving board, I have an above ground. But, I think it's pretty cool we can start holding our breath under water within weeks after we're born! Melanie: That is neat! How long can you hold your breath for? I remember trying to get past 1 minute 40 as a kid. Isabelle: I can't really say, I haven't tried in awhile. I know swimming is one of the more popular recreational activities in summer though. Some schools make it mandatory for their educational curriculum, which is a good idea. Melanie: Yeah! I like the public recreational parks with all of the different water slides. I had no idea swimming is mandatory in some places! Isabelle: Yes, it some countries, it sure is. I think everybody should know how to swim though. It's considered a 'low impact' sport, but I imagine for competitive swimmers they don't think so! Melanie: Neat! I'm guessing it is some countries in Europe? I agree! It is important skill, especially for life or death situations.

my newest car is a chevy.

Chevrolet ( ), colloquially referred to as Chevy and formally the Chevrolet Division of General Motors Company, is an American automobile division of the American manufacturer General Motors (GM). Louis Chevrolet and ousted General Motors founder William C. Durant started the company on November 3, 1911 as the Chevrolet Motor Car Company. Durant used the Chevrolet Motor Car Company to acquire a controlling stake in General Motors with a reverse merger occurring on May 2, 1918 and propelled himself back to the GM presidency. After Durant's second ousting in 1919, Alfred Sloan, with his maxim "a car for every purse and purpose," would pick the Chevrolet brand to become the volume leader in the General Motors family, selling mainstream vehicles to compete with Henry Ford's Model T in 1919 and overtaking Ford as the best-selling car in the United States by 1929. Chevrolet-branded vehicles are sold in most automotive markets worldwide, with the notable exception of Oceania, where GM is represented by its Australian subsidiary, Holden; Chevrolet announced a return to the region beginning in 2018 after a 50-year absence. In 2005, Chevrolet was relaunched in Europe, primarily selling vehicles built by GM Daewoo of South Korea with the tagline "Daewoo has grown up enough to become Chevrolet", a move rooted in General Motors' attempt to build a global brand around Chevrolet. Mia: My newest car is a chevy. Abraham: What kind of Chevy is it? Also it's great that it seems General Motors (GM) is booming again! Mia: It is a chevy traverse. I love it. Abraham: That's really cool! How long have you had it? I had a friend that had a Chevrolet Volt and he loved it. Mia: I have had it for almost a year. Abraham: What is your favorite thing about it? My friend loved the fact that the Chevrolet Volt was a plug-in hybrid car. Mia: I like that it has a third row and isn't too long to easily park. Abraham: That's nice! I currently have a Ford Expedition, it's a full size SUV so I really like that.

i like to cook breakfast on sundays.

Breakfast is the first meal of a day, most often eaten in the early morning before undertaking the day's work. The word in English refers to breaking the fasting period of the prior night. There is a strong tendency for one or more "typical", or "traditional", breakfast menus to exist in most places, but the composition of this varies widely from place to place, and has varied over time, so that globally a very wide range of preparations and ingredients are now associated with breakfast. The Old English word for dinner, "disner", means to break a fast, and was the first meal eaten in the day until its meaning shifted in the mid-13th century. It was not until the 15th century that “breakfast” came into use in written English to describe a morning meal, which literally means to break the fasting period of the prior night; in Old English the term was "morgenmete" meaning "morning meal." While breakfast is commonly referred to as "the most important meal of the day", particularly for children, some epidemiological research indicates that having breakfast high in rapidly available carbohydrates increases the risk of metabolic syndrome. Present professional opinion is largely in favor of eating breakfast, but some contest the positive implications of its "most important" status. Daniel: I love breakfast, it is my favorite meal of the day! Jeremiah: I heard the "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" was a lie to sell more breakfast cereal. Daniel: I don't care for cereal. I like eggs and bacon, bagels and such. Jeremiah: Bacon, eggs and tea are great but my absolute favorite is biscuits and chocolate gravy. So good and buttery. Daniel: I have never had that but it sounds amazing! Jeremiah: It's apparently pretty common in the southern United States particularly in the Ozark and Appalachian mountain regions. Daniel: I am definitely going to figure out how to make some chocolate gravy, it sounds like a dream. Jeremiah: Chocolate gravy is usually made with butter, cocoa powder, cream, sugar and flour but I don't use flour in mine. Daniel: Yum! That is going to be a new thing for breakfast in my household. Jeremiah: You should definitely try it. I like pancakes too, they're made with a frying pan.

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. Sofia: I like to drink different types of coffee based drinks. Starbucks offer a variety of choices. Donovan: Yes, you can definitely find a wide selection of coffee drinks there like lattes and espressos. Sofia: Yes, espresso is one of my favorite. I love the foam. Do you like coffee? Donovan: Oh yes. It is probably my favorite choice of drinks. Espresso is just a fancy way of brewing coffee by forcing out small amounts of boiling water through finely ground coffee. The name espresso means "to force out" and is derived from this method of brewing. Sofia: Wow. I learned something new. I also enjoy the atmosphere at Starbucks. I like the free wifi. Donovan: No doubt about that. Free wi-fi should be readily available everywhere. Sofia: Yes. And I appreciate the fact that Starbucks does not rush you out of the facility. You can take your time and enjoy the drink. Donovan: Right. And despite being known primarily for the coffee, you can find many other offerings as well, such as tea and fruit juice products or pastries, chips, or crackers as a snack. Sofia: Yes, and do not forget sandwiches and some offer salads. It is like a little restaurant. Donovan: Have you ever heard of any "Starbucks Evenings" locations? They even offer beer, wine, and appetizers.

my favorite type of music is metal.

Heavy metal (or simply metal) is a genre of rock music that developed in the late 1960s and early 1970s, largely in the United Kingdom. With roots in blues rock and psychedelic/acid rock, the bands that created heavy metal developed a thick, massive sound, characterized by highly amplified distortion, extended guitar solos, emphatic beats, and overall loudness. Heavy metal lyrics and performance styles are sometimes associated with aggression and machismo. In 1968, three of the genre's most famous acts, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple were founded. Though they came to attract wide audiences, they were often derided by critics. During the mid-1970s, Judas Priest helped spur the genre's evolution by discarding much of its blues influence; Motörhead introduced a punk rock sensibility and an increasing emphasis on speed. Beginning in the late 1970s, bands in the new wave of British heavy metal such as Iron Maiden and Saxon followed in a similar vein. Before the end of the decade, heavy metal fans became known as "metalheads" or "headbangers". During the 1980s, glam metal became popular with groups such as Mötley Crüe and Poison. Underground scenes produced an array of more aggressive styles: thrash metal broke into the mainstream with bands such as Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax, while other extreme subgenres of metal such as death metal and black metal remain subcultural phenomena. Tristan: I love heavy metal music, I like alot of bands like Ozzy and AC DC, do you know about heavy metal music? Kaleb: I'm a total metalhead so yeah I know about it. It's a genre of rock music from the late 60's and early 70's which started mostly in the United Kingdom. Tristan: Thats cool, Never knew it started in the UK, What were some of the first heavy metal bands anyways? Kaleb: Well, in 1968 the most famous founders of heavy metal were Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, especially Black Sabbath. I remember when I first heard Black Sabbath, I loved it. Tristan: Heck yeah those guys are legends and the best out there, What was the most sold heavy metal album? It had to be AC DC or metallica. Kaleb: So in the mid 1970's, Judas Priest did a lot for the development of the genre. It did away with the blues influence and Motorhead drew on punk rock a lot and an emphasis on speed. Tristan: Yeah Judas Priest was awesome, What was his best best selling album? Kaleb: I'm honestly not sure which one sold best. In the late 70's, the new wave of British heavy metal got going, with bands like Iron Maiden and Saxon.

my parents met at woodstock.

The Woodstock Music & Art Fair—informally, the Woodstock Festival or simply Woodstock— was a music festival in the United States in 1969 which attracted an audience of over 400,000. Scheduled for August 15–17 on a dairy farm in the Catskill Mountains of southern New York State, northwest of New York City, it ran over to Monday, Billed as "An Aquarian Exposition: 3 Days of Peace & Music", it was held at Max Yasgur's dairy farm near the hamlet of White Lake in the town of Bethel. In Sullivan County, Bethel is southwest of the town of Woodstock in adjoining Ulster County. During the sometimes rainy weekend, 32 acts performed outdoors before an audience of more than 400,000 people. It is widely regarded as a pivotal moment in popular music history, as well as the definitive nexus for the larger counterculture generation. "Rolling Stone" listed it as one of the "50 Moments That Changed the History of Rock and Roll". The event was captured in the Academy Award-winning 1970 documentary movie "Woodstock", an accompanying , and Joni Mitchell's song "Woodstock", which commemorated the event and became a major hit for both Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and Matthews Southern Comfort. Joni Mitchell said, “Woodstock was a spark of beauty” where half-a-million kids “saw that they were part of a greater organism.” In 2017, the festival site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Kiara: Woodstock was an iconic rock and roll festival that had a lot of energy, and I think that it should still be hosted. Jalen: I agree. It sounded amazing!! Over 400000 people attended! Kiara: Some of my favorite artists such as Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin have headlined at Woodstock. It was a blast. Jalen: Aparently there were 32 different acts performed during the weekend. How amazing would it have been to see Jimi Hendrix!! Kiara: It's a shame that he didn't live and perform for much longer. Jimi Hendrix was very young when he passed away. Jalen: I know, he was only 27 years old when he died in london. Kiara: Woodstock has a drug use connotation attached to it and many of the musicians were high when they performed. That's probably why they shut Woodstock down. Jalen: Is that right? I didnt know that but even so, the famous rolling stone mag listed it as one of the 50 to moments that changed the history of rock and roll, and to be honest I couldnt agree more.

i drink a lot of apple martinis when i get a girls night out.

An Apple martini (Appletini for short) is a cocktail containing vodka and one or more of apple juice, apple cider, apple liqueur, or apple brandy. This drink, properly called an Adam's Apple Martini, was created in 1996 at Lola's West Hollywood restaurant. In its purest form, it would contain: Typically, the ingredients are shaken or stirred and then strained into a cocktail glass. A sweet and sour mix can also be added before shaking. Optionally, vermouth may be included, as in a regular martini. A common variation of the appletini is the "Rumpletini", with a light rum in place of the vodka. A similar cocktail can be made with Martini Bianco white vermouth and apple juice in a long drink glass filled with ice. Damian: Have you ever tried an Appletini? Jasmin: I have not. Are they good? Damian: It contains vodka and any kind of apple flavored drink. I like it with apple juice, but not with apple liquor. . Jasmin: It sounds interesting. I like martinis. What else can you tell me about apple martinis? Damian: Vermouth may also be added to make it like a martini.. Jasmin: I have never had Vermouth. Is it similar to vodka? Damian: No, it is a wine flavored with botanicals. Jasmin: Sounds interesting! When was the apple martini introduced?

i love to read true crime books.

True crime is a non-fiction literary and film genre in which the author examines an actual crime and details the actions of real people. The crimes most commonly include murder, with tales of serial killers dominating the genre (about 40% in a 2002 survey), but true crime works have also focused on other subjects, for instance policemen memoirs, and more recently reality police TV shows. Depending on the writer, true crime can adhere strictly to well-established facts in journalistic fashion, or can be highly speculative. Some true crime works are "instant books" produced quickly to capitalize on popular demand; these have been described as "more than formulaic" and hyper-conventional. Others may reflect years of thoughtful research and inquiry and may have considerable literary merit. Still others revisit historic crimes (or alleged crimes) and propose solutions, such as books examining political assassinations, well-known unsolved murders, or the deaths of celebrities. Although the genre examines real historical events, true crime TV series typically use reenactments to help draw in viewers. "Helter Skelter" (1974), the true story of the Manson murders by Vincent Bugliosi, is the biggest selling true crime book in publishing history; Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood" (1966) is number two. Jade: One of my favorite genres to read is true crime--where authors examine a real crime and the actions of real people. Amber: I love true crime stories! The mystery in them are great! Jade: I agree, the mysteries are great! It's also nice how the author can either stick to facts or be highly speculative. Makes for some varied reading. Amber: I agree! Do you have a favorite true crime author? Jade: One of my favorites is Truman Capote--especially "In Cold Blood." Amber: Hasn't Truman Capote had some of his writings become films? Jade: I'm not sure about "In Cold Blood" -- but there was a film that covered the 50s and 60s when Capote wrote that book. Amber: That is probably what I am thinking of. I am assuming that "true crime" stories are based off of real acts of crime, correct? Jade: Yes, the genre is generally non-fiction and is based off of actual crimes. Amber: I think that is why many people enjoy it so much. These crimes actually occurred and could happen again.

my favorite singer is jess greenberg.

Jess Greenberg is a YouTube personality, singer, and acoustic guitarist from London, England. Greenberg started performing publicly at an early age. In an interview she recounted her performance of Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love With You" at age four while on a trip to St. Tropez to an audience at the Hotel Byblos. "I requested 'Can't help falling in love with you' by Elvis and the performer asked if I'd sing it. I remember being so excited." She later explained the effect of seeing the 2003 Jack Black movie "School of Rock" had on her musical interests, "I remember that changing my view of music completely. I started listening to AC/DC, Guns N' Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers … and I realized how much I loved rock music." Greenberg also cites Jimi Hendrix as "one of my biggest inspirations". Greenberg began posting cover recordings of songs on YouTube in 2010 at age 15. In December 2012, Greenberg was selected as the "Female Artist of the Month" on the "Star Central" magazine's website. She also won Ryan Seacrest's "Totally Covered Summer" competition in August 2013 for a cover of "Get Lucky" by Daft Punk. Greenberg also drew significant attention for her cover of AC/DC's "Highway to Hell" posted in August 2013. Charles: Do you know who Jess Greenberg is? Alexander: She is a Youtube personality who sings and an acoustic guitarist. Charles: Acoustic guitarist - does that mean one that doesn't connect to an amp or just one that's not electric? Alexander: I'm not sure. But Jess Greenberg started performing when she was very young. Charles: How young was she when she started? Alexander: She began recording songs on YouTube in 2010 when she was 15 Charles: I wonder if her parents helped her or if she was just that motivated? I have a 15 year old and she's not that dedicated. Alexander: Music has inspired her for her whole life. Jimi Hendrix is one of her biggest inspirations

i love chocolate milk shakes.

A milkshake is a sweet, cold beverage which is usually made from milk, ice cream, or iced milk, and flavorings or sweeteners such as butterscotch, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, or fruit syrup. Outside the United States, milkshakes using ice cream or iced milk are sometimes called a thick milkshake or thick shake; in New England, the term frappe may be used to differentiate it from thinner forms of flavored milk. Full-service restaurants, soda fountains, and diners usually prepare and mix the shake "by hand" from scoops of ice cream and milk in a blender or drink mixer using a stainless steel cup. Many fast food outlets do not make shakes by hand with ice cream; instead, they make shakes in automatic milkshake machines which freeze and serve a pre-made milkshake mixture consisting of milk, a sweetened flavoring agent, and a thickening agent. However, some fast food outlets still follow the traditional method, and some serve milkshakes which are prepared by blending soft-serve ice cream (or ice milk) with flavoring or syrups. Milkshakes can also be made at home with a blender or automatic drink mixer. A milkshake can also be made by adding powder into fresh milk and stirring the powder into the milk. Laura: i love milkshakes so much I'm craving one right now Alondra: So do I! They are so cold and sweet. Laura: yeah they're refreshing. I really like a chocolate or oreo one Alondra: No matter what flavor, they always include milk, ice cream, or iced milk. Laura: yeah those are the secret ingredients. Can you tell me something else about milkshakes? Alondra: Sure! You can use tons of different flavorings like caramel, butterscotch, and fruit syrup. Laura: UGHHHH I LOVE CARAMEL Alondra: I know, it's so delicious! I also love chocolate syrup, which is also a good flavoring.

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. Mackenzie: Vegetarianism is something that I could never do. Abstaining from eating meat would just ruin my life haha. Trinity: I could take meat or leave it. I eat vegetarian when I feel like it. Mackenzie: I could probably abstain from eating some seafood, but red meat and poultry? No way. Trinity: I'd agree with that. I don't really like seafood much. Unless it's lobster, I do like lobster. Mackenzie: I quite like scallops and shrimp. On another note, vegetarians are that way for many different reasons. Trinity: That's true. I guess when I eat "vegetarian" it's because I'm not a fan of the taste or texture. It's less about the ethics. Mackenzie: I can see that, though some people do it for health reasons and environmental reasons too. Trinity: Oh sure. I actually raise my own poultry and do all my own butchering so I can be okay with all of those things - the health aspects, environmental impact, and quality of life of the animal. Mackenzie: That's really cool! There are even more reasons than that, like aesthetic, economic, and personal preference like yourself. Trinity: Wow, there are lots of reasons that people become vegetarians!

i am traveling to barbados next month.

Barbados ( or ) is an island country in the Lesser Antilles, in the Caribbean region of North America. It is in length and up to in width, covering an area of . It is situated in the western area of the North Atlantic and east of the Windward Islands and the Caribbean Sea; therein, it is about east of the islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and north-east of Trinidad and Tobago. Barbados is outside the principal Atlantic hurricane belt. Its capital and largest city is Bridgetown. Inhabited by Kalinago people since the 13th century, and prior to that by other Amerindians, Barbados was visited by Spanish navigators in the late 15th century and claimed for the Spanish Crown. It first appeared in a Spanish map in 1511. The Portuguese visited the island in 1536, but they left it unclaimed, with their only remnants being an introduction of wild hogs for a good supply of meat whenever the island was visited. An English ship, the "Olive Blossom", arrived in Barbados in 1625; its men took possession of it in the name of King James I. In 1627, the first permanent settlers arrived from England, and it became an English and later British colony. As a wealthy sugar colony, it became an English centre of the African slave trade until that trade was outlawed in 1807, with final emancipation of slaves in Barbados occurring over a period of years from 1833. Jaden: I'm traveling to an island in the Caribbean called Barbados next month. Jeremy: Oh wow! I'm jealous! Is it a vacation? What drew you to Barbados? Jaden: I'm of Spanish origin and it was claimed by Spanish navigators in the 15th century. Jeremy: Oh neat, I didn't know that. What is the main language they speak now? Jaden: Spanish since it's known as the Spanish crown. It's mostly inhabited by Kalinago people now. Jeremy: I've seen pictures of Kalinago People. Very beautiful! What will you do once you're there? Jaden: You BBQ of course because their wild hogs provide an abundant supply of meat. Jeremy: Yum! Do they cook it over an open fire? DO they have any kind of entertainment or events that happen there that you'll be able to be a apart of?

my father is a preacher.

A preacher is usually a person who delivers sermons or homilies on religious topics to an assembly of people. Less common are preachers who preach on the street, or those whose message is not necessarily religious, but who preach components such as a moral or social worldview or philosophy. Preachers are common throughout most cultures. They can take the form of a Christian minister on a Sunday morning, or an Islamic Imam. A Muslim preacher in general is referred to as a "dā‘ī", while one giving sermons on a Friday afternoon is called a "khatib". The sermon or homily has been an important part of Christian services since Early Christianity, and remains prominent in both Roman Catholicism and Protestantism. Lay preachers sometimes figure in these traditions of worship, for example the Methodist local preachers, but in general preaching has usually been a function of the clergy. The Dominican Order is officially known as the "Order of Preachers" ("Ordo Praedicatorum" in Latin); friars of this order were trained to publicly preach in vernacular languages, and the order was created by Saint Dominic to preach to the Cathars of southern France in the early thirteenth century. The Franciscans are another important preaching order; Travelling preachers, usually friars, were an important feature of late medieval Catholicism. Derek: My dad is a preacher, A preacher is usually a person who delivers sermons or homilies on religious topic Gavin: Do they have sermons? Derek: Most times they do, Less common are preachers who preach on the street which i think it is good you preach what you believe no matter what Gavin: The street preachers are scary! Derek: Yeah specially because sometimes they scream and freakout Gavin: I had some on my college campus that told me I was going to hell. Derek: hahaha that is not good, The Dominican Order is officially known as the "Order of Preachers" which is a very important order Gavin: I have not heard of htat

i love dogs.

The domestic dog ("Canis lupus familiaris" or "Canis familiaris") is a member of the genus "Canis" (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated, which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct. The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. New research seems to show that dogs have mutations to equivalent genetic regions in humans where changes are known to trigger high sociability and somewhat reduced intelligence. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet "man's best friend". Cody: I just love dogs. I have a husky of my own. Damian: Do you like dogs? Their origin is pretty interesting, their closest relative is a gray wolf. Cody: Yes, mine is part wolf, in fact. He's also a super hyper dog. Getting into everything. Damian: Wow, that is really cool! What do huskies like to do? Any wolf like instincts that you have noticed? Cody: Definitely the hunter instinct. Also learns very smart. They're big fans of running in general, working type dogs. Likes to herd the grandkids also. Damian: That's really cute! Your dog is pretty active and energetic, right? Do they shed a lot? Cody: Oh. I get enough fur off of him every other day to make a wool coat. Damian: Haha! I'm used to dogs with more of a short coat, but shed all the time. I would be curious to see what the fur looks like. Cody: It's verse thick type fur. Almost like a polyester fiber. Damian: Do you have to get your dog groomed all the time or do you groom your own dog?

i have a pug named corky.

The Pug is a breed of dog with physically distinctive features of a wrinkly, short-muzzled face, and curled tail. The breed has a fine, glossy coat that comes in a variety of colours, most often fawn or black, and a compact square body with well-developed muscles. Pugs were brought from China to Europe in the sixteenth century and were popularized in Western Europe by the House of Orange of the Netherlands, and the House of Stuart. In the United Kingdom, in the nineteenth century, Queen Victoria developed a passion for pugs which she passed on to other members of the Royal family. Pugs are known for being sociable and gentle companion dogs. The American Kennel Club describes the breed's personality as "even-tempered and charming". Pugs remain popular into the twenty-first century, with some famous celebrity owners. A pug was judged Best in Show at the World Dog Show in 2004. While the pugs that are depicted in eighteenth century prints tend to be long and lean, modern breed preferences are for a square cobby body, a compact form, a deep chest, and well-developed muscle. Their smooth and glossy coats can be fawn, apricot fawn, silver fawn, or black. The markings are clearly defined, and there is a trace of a black line extending from the occiput to the tail. Jose: I have a pug with a wrinkly, short muzzled face. Oscar: Aww, sounds cute. I have 2 dogs but neither a pug Jose: Do you have a toy Spaniel? They have been in Europe since the 16th century. Oscar: No, I have a boxer/lab mix and a chihuahua/yorkie mix. Jose: My sister has a yorkshire terrier which were bred to kill rats Oscar: My little dog has caught a couple field mice Jose: Thats like rat-baiting, an old sport where rats were thrown into a pit with terriers Oscar: hmm sounds a bit cruel. I know there is a rat hunting club in New York where they have a team of about 10 dogs that go through alleys

i like the group the rolling stones.

The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London, England in 1962. The first stable line-up consisted of Brian Jones (guitar, harmonica), Mick Jagger (lead vocals), Keith Richards (guitar, backing vocals), Bill Wyman (bass), Charlie Watts (drums), and Ian Stewart (piano). Stewart was removed from the official line-up in 1963 but continued as a touring member until his death in 1985. Jones left the band less than a month prior to his death in 1969, having already been replaced by Mick Taylor, who remained until 1974. After Taylor left the band, Ronnie Wood took his place in 1975 and has been on guitar in tandem with Richards ever since. Following Wyman's departure in 1993, Darryl Jones joined as their touring bassist. Touring keyboardists for the band have been Nicky Hopkins (1967–1982), Ian McLagan (1978–1981), Billy Preston (through the mid-1970s) and Chuck Leavell (1982–present). The band was first led by Brian Jones, but after developing into the band's songwriters, Jagger and Richards assumed leadership while Jones dealt with legal and personal troubles. The Rolling Stones were at the forefront of the British Invasion of bands that became popular in the United States in 1964, and identified with the youthful and rebellious counterculture of the 1960s. Angelina: The Rolling Stones are one of my favorite bands from the 1960s! 1962 to be exact. Alexia: I also dig the stones a lot. Angelina: They are raw. Early garage rock gone global. British invasion! Alexia: The concept of garage bands always fascinated me. Angelina: Helps me channel my aggression. long live fuzz! Alexia: ThaT is the best therapy in the world, YEAH!!!! Angelina: Do you play any instruments? I play bass. Alexia: I play a mean guitar. Angelina: We should form a band. It will be a hit!

my favorite singer is justin bieber.

Justin Drew Bieber (; born March 1, 1994) is a Canadian singer and songwriter. After a talent manager discovered him through his YouTube videos covering songs in 2008 and signed to RBMG, Bieber released his debut EP, "My World", in late 2009. It was certified platinum in the U.S. He became the first artist to have seven songs from a debut record chart on the "Billboard" Hot 100. Bieber released his first full-length studio album, "My World 2.0", in 2010. It debuted at or near number one in several countries, was certified triple platinum in the U.S., and contained his single "Baby". Following his debut album, he had his first headlining tour, the My World Tour, released the remix albums "My Worlds Acoustic" and "Never Say Never – The Remixes"—and the 3D biopic-concert film "". He released his second studio album, "Under the Mistletoe", in November 2011, when it debuted at number one on the "Billboard" 200. Bieber released his third studio album, "Believe," in 2012. Its single "Boyfriend" reached number one in Canada. His fourth studio album "Purpose" was released in November 2015, spawning three number one singles: "What Do You Mean? ", "Sorry", and "Love Yourself". Following the release of "Purpose", Bieber was featured on several successful collaborations, including "Cold Water", "Let Me Love You", "Despacito (Remix)", and "I'm the One". Garrett: Justin Drew Bieber is a Canadian singer and songwriter. Joel: I know a little about him but not much, didnt he start on Youtube Garrett: After a talent manager discovered him through his YouTube videos covering songs in 2008 and signed to RBMG, Joel: and then he became a huge star Garrett: Sure! Bieber released his debut EP, "My World", in late 2009. Joel: does he still make music today? Garrett: Yes! The certified platinum in the U.S. Joel: oh wow, how old is he now? Garrett: Bieber became the first artist to have seven songs from a debut record chart on the "Billboard" Hot 100.,such a great feat! Joel: it really is, I dont listen to his music, but I have heard he is quite talented

i have two dogs , one pitbull and old english bulldog.

A Bulldog is a medium-sized breed of dog commonly referred to as the English Bulldog or British Bulldog. It is a muscular, hefty dog with a wrinkled face and a distinctive pushed-in nose. The American Kennel Club (AKC), The Kennel Club (UK), and the United Kennel Club (UKC) oversee breeding records. The Bulldog Club of America (BCA) maintains the standard of excellence for the guidance of breeders, owners and judges in the United States. Bulldogs were the fourth most popular purebred in the US in 2016 according to the American Kennel Club. Bulldogs have a longstanding association with British culture, as the BBC wrote: "to many the Bulldog is a national icon, symbolising pluck and determination." During World War II, Bulldogs were often likened to Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his defiance of Nazi Germany. When the English immigrated to America, their Bulldog came with them. A few dedicated bulldog fanciers formed the Bulldog Club of America in 1890 and it was incorporated under the laws of the State of New York on November 29, 1904. Bulldogs have characteristically wide heads and shoulders along with a pronounced mandibular prognathism. There are generally thick folds of skin on the brow; round, black, wide-set eyes; a short muzzle with characteristic folds called a rope or nose roll above the nose; hanging skin under the neck; drooping lips and pointed teeth, and an underbite with an upturned jaw. Sean: do you love pit bull dogs? Ricardo: I would not say I love all Pit Bulls, but I know some that are real sweethearts. Sean: do you no how old it is? Ricardo: No, I don't know how long the breed has been around, but I know it was originally bred for bull-baiting. Sean: i am a fraud of them what about you? Ricardo: I think the history of using them as fighting dogs has left people with a distorted picture of the breed. They can be raised to be good family dogs. Sean: that sound great, do they have children? Ricardo: I think they can be around children if they are trained properly. Sean: ok that sound good, do you you plan to get one soon? Ricardo: I think we are considering getting an English Bulldog - which is a breed that is somewhat related to the Pit Bull.

the appalachian trail is my favorite.

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail, generally known as the Appalachian Trail or simply the A.T., is a marked hiking trail in the Eastern United States extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine. The trail is estimated around 2,200 miles (3,500 km) long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are modified or rerouted. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy claims that the Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking-only trail in the world. More than 2 million people are said to take a hike on part of the trail at least once each year. The idea of the Appalachian Trail came about in 1921. The trail itself was completed in 1937 after more than a decade of work, although improvements and changes continue. It is maintained by 31 trail clubs and multiple partnerships, and managed by the National Park Service, United States Forest Service, and the nonprofit Appalachian Trail Conservancy. The majority of the trail is in forest or wild lands, although some portions traverse towns, roads and farms. It passes through 14 states: Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Adam: The Appalachian Trail is about 2200 miles long. Have you ever been? Jonah: I have not been there or the Appalachian mountains. Do you know of these mountains? Adam: Yes I do. I have been many times. The Trail actually came around in the year 1921. Jonah: Really? That is a long time ago. Can you tell me more about this trail? I am interested. Adam: The trail is actually mostly forest and wooded area! It has a ton of wildlife, too Jonah: I love wildlife. Do you know of West virginia? There is a lot of wild life on their country roads. Adam: Wildlife is the best, especially out there in the mountains, I have been to West Virginia, but not much Jonah: West Virginia has a lot of mountain men. Do you know about the Beverly Hillbillies? Adam: I know that it appeared on CBS, but not much else. I think it ended in 1972! Jonah: CAn you tell me more about CBS? I watch football on here soemtimes.

my favorite band is the rolling stones.

The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London, England in 1962. The first stable line-up consisted of Brian Jones (guitar, harmonica), Mick Jagger (lead vocals), Keith Richards (guitar, backing vocals), Bill Wyman (bass), Charlie Watts (drums), and Ian Stewart (piano). Stewart was removed from the official line-up in 1963 but continued as a touring member until his death in 1985. Jones left the band less than a month prior to his death in 1969, having already been replaced by Mick Taylor, who remained until 1974. After Taylor left the band, Ronnie Wood took his place in 1975 and has been on guitar in tandem with Richards ever since. Following Wyman's departure in 1993, Darryl Jones joined as their touring bassist. Touring keyboardists for the band have been Nicky Hopkins (1967–1982), Ian McLagan (1978–1981), Billy Preston (through the mid-1970s) and Chuck Leavell (1982–present). The band was first led by Brian Jones, but after developing into the band's songwriters, Jagger and Richards assumed leadership while Jones dealt with legal and personal troubles. The Rolling Stones were at the forefront of the British Invasion of bands that became popular in the United States in 1964, and identified with the youthful and rebellious counterculture of the 1960s. Trevor: Do you like or know much about the Rolling Stones? Ava: I do like the Rolling Stones. I espcially like Mick Jagger's vocals and Keith Richards' guitar style. Trevor: I don't know much about their history, do you know when they started recording? Ava: The Rolling Stones started out in London in 1962. Trevor: I guess I've always thought of them as American as they seem so big over here. Do you know how many albums or awards they have won? Ava: Well Keith Richards was once ranked one of the 100 best guitarists of all time. Trevor: I'm not sure what he looks like, I guess the only one I've paid attention to is the lead singer - what's his name? Ava: That's Mick Jagger. He has a very distinctive voice thats something of a trademark of the Rolling Stones. Trevor: And distinctive lips! I wonder if he's had plastic surgery to have lips like that. Ava: With all of Mick Jagger's durg use, I have to imagine he has had a lot of damage in need of repair.

i eat more junk food than i really should.

McDonald's is a fast food company that was founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand. The first time a McDonald's franchise used the Golden Arches logo was in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1955, Ray Kroc, a businessman, joined the company as a franchise agent and proceeded to purchase the chain from the McDonald brothers. McDonald's had its original headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois, but has approved plans to move its global headquarters to Chicago by 2018. McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant chain by revenue, serving over 69 million customers daily in over 100 countries across approximately 36,900 outlets as of 2016. Although McDonald's is known for its hamburgers, they also sell cheeseburgers, chicken products, french fries, breakfast items, soft drinks, milkshakes, wraps, and desserts. In response to changing consumer tastes and a negative backlash because of the unhealthiness of their food, the company has added to its menu salads, fish, smoothies, and fruit. The McDonald's Corporation revenues come from the rent, royalties, and fees paid by the franchisees, as well as sales in company-operated restaurants. Brayden: I remember when McDonalds got slammed for making unhealthy foods. Now they are doing better. You ever eat there? Eli: I do not normally eat there, but sometimes I will on road trips. I like their Fillet O Fish. Do you like McDonalds? Brayden: Yes I do. They make a Baconhouse Burger that is pretty good. But in the end it is still junk food with that ridiculous high protein. Eli: That is true. How do you feel about Wendy's? I have always thought they made slightly healthier options. Brayden: Yes they do offer some better options, but fast food is always going to be criticized for calories and trans fats sadly. Eli: What are trans fats? Brayden: Trans fats are short for trans-unsaturated fatty acids. They have shown to increase heart disease. Its mainly from the cooking oils. Eli: Oh I see why fast food would have a lot of trans fats!

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. Diego: hello how are you? Devon: Hi! I am well. And you? Do you like to listen to Adele? Diego: sometimes. do you enjoy coffee? Devon: I'm actually not a big fan of coffee. coffee is native to Africa? Isn't that interesting? Diego: yes that is, i didnt know that Devon: I didn't know that coffee plants can be made in over 70 countries! Did you? Diego: i didnt know that either, thats incredible Devon: The beans most people grow are arabica and robusta. I prefer arabica. What about you? Diego: i actually dont know the difference! Devon: Robusta is much more robust! It can be very bitter, however.

i love to run fast.

Athletics is a term encompassing the human competitive sports and games requiring physical skill, and the systems of training that prepare athletes for competition performance. Athletic sports or contests, are competitions which are primarily based on human, physical competition, demanding the qualities of stamina, fitness, and skill. Athletic sports form the bulk of popular sporting activities, with other major forms including motorsports, , extreme sports and animal sports. Athletic contests, as one of the earliest types of sport, are prehistoric and comprised a significant part of the Ancient Olympic Games, along with equestrian events. The word "athletic" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "άθλος" (athlos) meaning "contest." Athletic sports became organized in the late 19th century with the formation of organizations such as the Amateur Athletic Union in the United States and the Union des Sociétés Françaises de Sports Athlétiques in France. The Intercollegiate Athletic Association of the United States (later the NCAA) was established in 1906 to oversee athletic sports at college-level in the United States, known as college athletics. Athletics has gained significant importance at educational institutions; talented athletes may gain entry into higher education through athletic scholarships and represent their institutions in athletic conferences. Laura: I am one of the most athletic people I know... only, I don't know any facts about being athletic. Interesting right? I can run fast though. What do you know on it? Emily: I know that Athletics is a term encompassing the human competitive sports and games. but we all benefit from being fit. Laura: I'm feeling more mentally fit from our conversation already lol, what else you know? Anything on eating right? Emily: Healthy eating is big part of it. Athletic sports form the bulk of popular sporting activities today here in the US Laura: On the Athletic sports that is something I should of guessed, however, I had no idea. You are great to fill me in like this Emily: The word "athletic" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "άθλος". If i recall it means contest. Laura: Now see, that one I did know. Actually have this άθλος tattooed on my arm. Anything else? Emily: Athletic sports became organized in the late 19th century and today they are only becoming more popular Laura: I nthink it's great too, don't you? Too many people sitting on couches, we are made to be active Emily: Athletics has gained significant importance at educational institutions today and some kids can even get there college paid for with it

i like to draw.

Technical drawing, drafting or drawing, is the act and discipline of composing drawings that visually communicate how something functions or is constructed. Technical drawing is essential for communicating ideas in industry and engineering. To make the drawings easier to understand, people use familiar symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles, and page layout. Together, such conventions constitute a visual language and help to ensure that the drawing is unambiguous and relatively easy to understand. Many of the symbols and principles of technical drawing are codified in an international standard called ISO 128. The need for precise communication in the preparation of a functional document distinguishes technical drawing from the expressive drawing of the visual arts. Artistic drawings are subjectively interpreted; their meanings are multiply determined. Technical drawings are understood to have one intended meaning. A "drafter", "draftsperson", or "draughtsman" is a person who makes a drawing (technical or expressive). A professional drafter who makes technical drawings is sometimes called a "drafting technician". Professional drafting is a desirable and necessary function in the design and manufacture of complex mechanical components and machines. Jada: I like technical drawing since I'm a digital artist. Do you enjoy art? Allison: Yes I do actually, I often draw temporary drawings on a blackboard or whiteboard or just about anything. Jada: Do you draw just for fun, or is it a hobby of yours? Allison: I do it for both reasons I see drawing as a form of visual art in which I use various drawing devices to make my mark on either paper or another two-dimensional medium. Jada: That's really cool. I like technical drawing because all the tools I could ever need are right there on my computer. I don't have to worry about expensive art supplies. Allison: Yes I have heard of that, I know that technical drawings are essential for sharing ideas in many industries and in engineering such as drawing blueprints. Jada: Technical drawing is very collaborative. It's great sending someone a piece and having their ideas expand upon it. I can make really diverse pieces that way. Allison: I know that only people who are professionals can do technical art work because it requires high precision so that the drawings can be easily understood.

i like snowboarding.

Snowboarding is a recreational activity and Olympic and Paralympic sport that involves descending a snow-covered slope while standing on a snowboard attached to a rider's feet. The development of snowboarding was inspired by skateboarding, sledding, surfing and skiing. It was developed in the United States in the 1960s, became a Winter Olympic Sport at Nagano in 1998 and first featured in the Winter Paralympics at Sochi in 2014. Its popularity (as measured by equipment sales) in the United States peaked in 2007 and has been in a decline since. Modern snowboarding began in 1965 when Sherman Poppen, an engineer in Muskegon, Michigan, invented a toy for his daughters by fastening two skis together and attaching a rope to one end so he would have some control as they stood on the board and glided downhill. Dubbed the "snurfer" (combining snow and surfer) by his wife Nancy, the toy proved so popular among his daughters' friends that Poppen licensed the idea to a manufacturer, Brunswick Corporation, that sold about a million snurfers over the next decade. And, in 1966 alone over half a million snurfers were sold. In February 1968, Poppen organized the first snurfing competition at a Michigan ski resort that attracted enthusiasts from all over the country. Reagan: I love to go snowboarding on the ski slopes in the winter Alejandro: Snowboarding looks so fun, but difficult Reagan: Yes going down a hill where both feet are on the same board is harder than skiing for sure Alejandro: I bet it requires a lot of balance to do Reagan: Yes I find it much harder than skiing. I also like cross-country skiing across terrain as exercise Alejandro: Skiing cross country seems like it requires less skill than snowboarding Reagan: Yes it is used as a method of transportation a lot of places, but it definitely takes more energy than going downhill Alejandro: I bet it's a good workout!

i enjoy horseback riding.

Equestrianism (from Latin equester, equestr-, equus, "horseman", "horse"), more often known as riding, horse riding (British English) or horseback riding (American English), refers to the skill of riding, driving, steeplechasing or vaulting with horses. This broad description includes the use of horses for practical working purposes, transportation, recreational activities, artistic or cultural exercises and competitive sport. Horses are trained and ridden for practical working purposes such as in police work or for controlling herd animals on a ranch. They are also used in competitive sports including, but not limited to, dressage, endurance riding, eventing, reining, show jumping, tent pegging, vaulting, polo, horse racing, driving and rodeo (See additional equestrian sports listed later in this article for more examples). Some popular forms of competition are grouped together at horse shows, where horses perform in a wide variety of disciplines. Horses (and other equids such as mules) are used for non-competitive recreational riding such as fox hunting, trail riding or hacking. There is public access to horse trails in almost every part of the world; many parks, ranches and public stables offer both guided and independent riding. Shelby: I really love to horseback ride, and love horses in general. Jalen: yes I am a bit of cowgirl myself but the term cowgirl comae for the 19th centrury and has historical importance Shelby: Have you rode a horse before? Jalen: Yes, I love to compete in bull riding events . It kinda a seductive thing Shelby: Sounds fun! Jalen: I'm also a fan of Equestrianism. Its a skill dealing with steeplechasing or vvaulting with horses. Have you heard of it? Shelby: I have! As a part of horseback riding, you learn about equestrianism. It is pretty interesting for sure, and fun to watch. Jalen: It's intresting how horse can be train for such events like police work and controling herd Shelby: Horses are very smart creatures, and so loving. My sister actually has a few on her farm. Jalen: There are engaging animals because they can be used for ecreation riding like hacking

i am an aspiring singer.

American Idol is an American singing competition television series created by Simon Fuller, produced by FremantleMedia North America and 19 Entertainment, and distributed by FremantleMedia North America. It began airing on Fox on June 11, 2002, and ended its first run on April 7, 2016. On March 11, 2018, the show will make its debut on ABC. It started off as an addition to the "Idols" format based on the British series "Pop Idol", and became one of the most successful shows in the history of American television. The concept of the series involves discovering recording stars from unsigned singing talents, with the winner determined by the viewers in America through telephones, Internet, and SMS text voting. Winners chosen by viewers in its fifteen seasons were Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Kris Allen, Lee DeWyze, Scotty McCreery, Phillip Phillips, Candice Glover, Caleb Johnson, Nick Fradiani, and Trent Harmon. "American Idol" employed a panel of judges who critiqued the contestants' performances. The original judges were record producer and music manager Randy Jackson, pop singer and choreographer Paula Abdul and music executive and manager Simon Cowell. Caleb: i dont like american idol Cooper: Whys that. I would bet its maybe because one of the judges? haha. Caleb: nah i just think the concept is bad Cooper: The concept of singing in front of the judges and in front of the viewers. Then being judged. When creativity is so subjective. Caleb: yea and so many seasons of the same stuff Cooper: Did you ever enjoy it in earlier seasons? Maybe back when kelly clarkson won it? haha Caleb: nah i just never really cared is all Cooper: I understand. I used to enjoy it some. Back when the original judges were rand jackson, paula abdul, and simon cowell. But I agree it is overplayed now lol. I dont like the premise either

i like to kayak.

Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across water. It is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle. A kayak is a low-to-the-water, canoe-like boat in which the paddler sits facing forward, legs in front, using a double-bladed paddle to pull front-to-back on one side and then the other in rotation. Most kayaks have closed decks, although sit-on-top and inflatable kayaks are growing in popularity as well. Kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit, formerly known as Eskimos, of the northern Arctic regions. They used driftwood and sometimes the skeleton of whale, to construct the frame of the kayak, and animal skin, particularly seal skin was used to create the body. The main purpose for creating the kayak, which literally translates to "hunter's boat" was for hunting and fishing. The kayak's stealth capabilities, allowed for the hunter to sneak up behind animals on the shoreline, and successfully catch their prey. By the mid-1800s the kayak became increasingly popular and the Europeans became interested. German and French men began kayaking for sport. In 1931, a man named Adolf Anderle became the first person to kayak down the Salzachofen Gorge, this is where the birthplace of modern-day white-water kayaking is believed to have begun. Jesse: After falling into the river one too many times, I've decided to buy a kayak. The word literally translates to "hunter's boat" so I guess it makes sense to fish on. Wesley: I love kayaks. We go to the river sometimes and do some fishing. Jesse: Fishing in one has its benefits. They've long been a stealthy way to approach those easily spooked fish that always seem to get away. Wesley: yes and like you said, not as much falling in! Jesse: Well, kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit in very cold Arctic regions. I can imagine they didn't want to fall in either! Wesley: Very true. They are perfectly simple boats that are very handy Jesse: Even if you get bored coasting around while fishing, you could always kayak for sport. German and French men began kayaking like this as early as the 1930's. Wesley: I'm at the beach and watching people ride the waves on kayaks. Jesse: That must be a fun sight. White-water kayaking wouldn't be possible without Adolf Anderle. I guess those people have him to thank! Wesley: I'm learning all kinds of things about kayaks from this conversation. Thank you!

i like playing games online.

Steam is a digital distribution platform developed by Valve Corporation, which offers digital rights management (DRM), multiplayer gaming, video streaming and social networking services. Steam provides the user with installation and automatic updating of games, and community features such as friends lists and groups, cloud saving, and in-game voice and chat functionality. The software provides a freely available application programming interface (API) called Steamworks, which developers can use to integrate many of Steam's functions into their products, including networking, matchmaking, in-game achievements, micro-transactions, and support for user-created content through Steam Workshop. Though initially developed for use on Microsoft Windows operating systems, versions for OS X and Linux were later released. Mobile apps with connected functionality with the main software were later released for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone devices in the 2010s. The Steam platform is the largest digital distribution platform for PC gaming, estimated in 2013 to have 75% of the market space. In 2015, users purchasing titles through Steam or through Steam keys from third-party vendors totaled roughly $3.5 billion, representing 15% of the global PC game sales for the year, based on estimations made by the tracking website Steam Spy. Mikayla: Steam is great. Although I remember when it first came out it had a lot of bugs. Henry: I love Steam! It's my favorite platform for holding my pc gaming library and makes up over 75% of my games. Mikayla: What level are you currently? I think my Steam Level is at about 20. Henry: I don't use much of the community features on steam such as friends lists, in-game voice and chat functionality so I'm not really sure what level I am. Mikayla: I haven't used many of those features either. What are your favorite games on Steam? Henry: I'm a big fan of RPJs like Dishonored. I love playing through the eyes of Corvo and experiencing their story. Mikayla: RPG's are my favorite Genre of game. My favorite all time would have to be Guild Wars. Henry: I've only played Guild Wars 2 in the series. I like to hop into the land of Tyria from time to time. Mikayla: Me too! I have a set of legendary weapons that took me a year and a half to craft about starting from when the game came out. Henry: Wow! That's dedication. How long have you been playing AreanaNet's Guild Wars 2?

i love the chainsmokers.

The Chainsmokers is an American DJ/production duo consisting of Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart. The EDM-pop duo achieved a breakthrough with their 2014 song "#Selfie", which was a top twenty single in several countries. Their debut EP, "Bouquet" was released in October 2015 and featured the single "Roses", which reached the top 10 on the US "Billboard" Hot 100. "Don't Let Me Down" became their first top 5 single there and won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 59th awards ceremony, while "Closer" became their first number-one single on the chart. They have also won two American Music Awards and five iHeartRadio Music Awards. The duo's second EP "Collage" was released in November 2016, succeeded by the release of their debut studio album, "Memories...Do Not Open", in April 2017. The Chainsmokers were initially made up of Pall and former DJ Rhett Bixler. The Chainsmokers were re-formed as an EDM DJ duo in 2012 under the management of Adam Alpert in New York City. Pall, who had grown up DJing, was introduced to Taggart by Alpert, and had been working at an art gallery in Chelsea, Manhattan at the time. Pall attended New York University for art history and music business. Taggart had been attending Syracuse University and was interning at Interscope Records before the two met. Leah: Do you like "The Chainsmokers" which is an American DJ/Production duo Leslie: I don't know if I know them. Tell me about them a little bit please? Leah: I actually have just been reading about them. The duo is Alex Pall and Andrew Taggert Leslie: Oh okay, have they been around long? Leah: They achieved a breakthrough with their 2014 song "#Selfie" which was a top twenty single in several countries Leslie: I think I may have heard that song, but I'm awful with names of songs sometimes. Are they still pretty popular? Leah: They have won two American Music Awards and five iHeartRadio Music Awards Leslie: I would say they must be pretty good then. I will probably check them out later and see if I like their music. Sounds good!

my weekends are filled with bird watching.

Birdwatching, or birding, is a form of wildlife observation in which the observation of birds is a recreational activity or citizen science. It can be done with the naked eye, through a visual enhancement device like binoculars and telescopes, by listening for bird sounds, or by watching public webcams. Birdwatching often involves a significant auditory component, as many bird species are more easily detected and identified by ear than by eye. Most birdwatchers pursue this activity for recreational or social reasons, unlike ornithologists, who engage in the study of birds using formal scientific methods. The first recorded use of the term "birdwatcher" was in 1891; "bird" was introduced as a verb in 1918. The term "birding" was also used for the practice of "fowling" or hunting with firearms as in Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor" (1602): "She laments sir... her husband goes this morning a-birding." The terms "birding" and "birdwatching" are today used by some interchangeably, although some participants prefer "birding", partly because it includes the auditory aspects of enjoying birds. In North America, many birders differentiate themselves from birdwatchers, and the term "birder" is unfamiliar to most lay people. Vincent: Hey, I love to go birdwatching. Do you ever do it? Kelly: Iwatch the birds who live around my house but not as a recreational activity Vincent: Okay, it's a lot of fun. but you have to be quiet. I can't bring my dog with me because he scares them away! Kelly: Yes binoculars would probably help so that you could see the birds from a distance Vincent: I have a great pair of them. Also a camouflage tent that we hide in. I spend all my weekends doing it. Kelly: Yes camouflage would be good because it would let you conceal your location from the birds and animals Vincent: Yeah, my favorite are the blue jays. You can feed them from your hands, it's very fun. Kelly: Yes you can listen to the birds by their song as well - I saw something about an app which will identify bird songs

i like visiting art museums in my spare time.

An art museum or art gallery is a building or space for the exhibition of art, usually visual art. Museums can be public or private, but what distinguishes a museum is the ownership of a collection. Paintings are the most commonly displayed art objects; however, sculptures, decorative arts, furniture, textiles, costumes, drawings, pastels, watercolors, collages, prints, artist's books, photographs, and installation art are also regularly shown. Although primarily concerned with providing a space to show works of visual art, art galleries are sometimes used to host other artistic activities, such as performance arts, music concerts, or poetry readings. The term relates to public and private institutions. Public galleries are non-profit or public museums displaying selected art collections. Private galleries refer to commercial enterprises for salling art. However, both types may host traveling exhibits or temporary exhibitions including art borrowed from elsewhere. In broad terms, in North American usage, the word "gallery" alone often implies a private gallery, while a public gallery is likely an "art museum". In British and Commonwealth usage, the word "gallery" alone implies a public gallery, which is distinguished from a "private" or "commercial" gallery, and the word "museum" alone is understood to refer to institutions holding collections of historic, archaeological or scientific artefacts, rather than fine art. Kevin: I like visiting art museums. State and local art museums are similar but where they differ is the collection itself. Madison: What is different about the collections found at state and local museums? Kevin: They can be public or private, which brings into question the ownership of the collection. Madison: What type does each particular museum specialize in? Kevin: Sometimes a public will feature more local art besides paintings. Private will showcase more of performance art. Madison: That is very interesting. What type performance art can be found at a private museum? Kevin: It could be live where they're actors, or it could be absent in the form of media. Madison: I would love to see performance art. Can you tell me more about this type of art form? Kevin: It can happen anywhere: not just in art museums. Mark McGowan is a good example. Madison: I'm not familiar with Mark McGowan. What is he best known for?

i prefer iphone over samsung.

iPhone ( ) is a line of smartphones designed and marketed by Apple Inc. They run Apple's iOS mobile operating system. The first-generation iPhone was released on June 29, 2007, and there have been multiple new hardware iterations with new iOS releases since. The user interface is built around the device's multi-touch screen, including a virtual keyboard. The iPhone has Wi-Fi and can connect to cellular networks. An iPhone can shoot video (though this was not a standard feature until the iPhone 3GS), take photos, play music, send and receive email, browse the web, send and receive text messages, follow GPS navigation, record notes, perform mathematical calculations, and receive visual voicemail. Other functionality, such as video games, reference works, and social networking, can be enabled by downloading mobile apps. , Apple's App Store contained more than 2.2 million applications available for the iPhone. Apple has released eleven generations of iPhone models, each accompanied by one of the eleven major releases of the iOS operating system. The original first-generation iPhone was a GSM phone and established design precedents, such as a button placement that has persisted throughout all releases and a screen size maintained for the next four iterations. Ashlyn: I recently was given an iPhone8 running Apple's iOS mobile operating system - do you use one? Travis: Nope I'm an Andriod person. The phones are so much cheaper and I think easier to use! Ashlyn: The interface for the iPhone is built around the multi-touch screen with virtual keyboard -is the Android different? Travis: Not really... I think the two operating systems are the same. Ashlyn: It seems Google has also developed Android TV, Android Auto and Android Travis: They did. Google has developed a lot of things. They even started the company that made Pokemon Go! Ashlyn: My daughters really enjoy that game! Is Android able to take photos, play music, send email,text message, etc.. just like the Iphone? Travis: Yup! And Android is a lot more developer friendly so there are a lot more apps for it. Ashlyn: The Apple App store has more than 2.2 million apps, so Android has more? Travis: I think so... There certainly are a lot of them!

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. Alexandra: Hello there, i love YouTube, what about you? Omar: Yes! I love that I can watch some content on Hulu now. Alexandra: That is awesome, what is your favorite YouTube channel ? Omar: Brittneyandbaby, Alexandra: Ah I am not aware of them. I love ChrisFix, it's about fixing cars. I like to DIY on car stuff. What about you? Omar: I love DIY! I think YouTube is a great platform for users to upload, view and share content. Alexandra: Yes indeed. I have fixed many things with it. I would even pay them if they charged us to watch stuff. It's that valuable to me! Omar: Me too! There is such a wide variety of user-generated content. Its like the wild west of the internet Alexandra: Have you ever used the Youtube Red? The paid subscription where you can listen to music on YouTube? Omar: I couldn't live without the background playback.

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. Crystal: I love the color blue. Collin: Its a great color. It is one of the three primary colors. Crystal: What are the other two? Collin: I believe Green and Red. Blue lies between green and violet on the visible light spectrum. Crystal: Yes. I like blue better than purple or red - maybe because the sky is such a pretty blue Collin: Same here. There is an optical effect called Rayleigh scattering that causes the blue color of the sky and ocean. Crystal: That is interesting to know. It is interesting how our eyes see color and how some people are color blind Collin: I am glad I am not color blind. Blue was also widely used in decoration and art since the ancient times.

i also enjoy reading the game of thrones series books.

A Song of Ice and Fire is a series of epic fantasy novels by the American novelist and screenwriter George R. R. Martin. He began the first volume of the series, "A Game of Thrones", in 1991 and had it published in 1996. Martin, who initially envisioned the series as a trilogy, has published five out of a planned seven volumes. The fifth and most recent volume of the series published in 2011, "A Dance with Dragons", took Martin six years to write. He is still writing the sixth novel, "The Winds of Winter". "A Song of Ice and Fire" takes place on the fictional continents Westeros and Essos. The point of view of each chapter in the story is a limited perspective of a range of characters growing from nine, in the first novel, to thirty-one by the fifth. Three main stories interweave a dynastic war among several families for control of Westeros, the rising threat of the supernatural Others in the northernmost reaches of Westeros, and the ambition of Daenerys Targaryen, the deposed king's exiled daughter, to assume the Iron Throne. Martin's inspirations included the Wars of the Roses and the French historical novels "The Accursed Kings" by Maurice Druon. "A Song of Ice and Fire" received praise for its diverse portrayal of women and religion, as well as its realism. Aidan: Do you know anything about the Game of Thrones Books? I have just heard of the book A Song of Ice and Fire and know nothing about it. Ellie: Yes it's a series of books written by George R.R. Martin, currently there are five published and he's planning to release two more. Aidan: Wow. What is the best book in the series? Ellie: I believe it's the latest one, "A Dance with Dragons," released in 2011, and it took him six years to write! Aidan: Ohh my goodness. I don't think I would be able to concentrate long enough to write that! Is the TV show based on the books? Ellie: Yes I believe so, although A Game of Thrones is only the first volume of the series, published in 1996. Aidan: So A game of thrones is just the name of one of the books and not the whole series? Ellie: No it's based off the entire series called A Song of Ice and Fire, I guess they just chose to go with the name of the first book.

i like to play video games.

Xbox is a video gaming brand created and owned by Microsoft. It represents a series of video game consoles developed by Microsoft, with three consoles released in the sixth, seventh and eighth generations respectively. The brand also represents applications (games), streaming services, and an online service by the name of Xbox Live. The brand was first introduced in the United States in November 2001, with the launch of the original Xbox console. That original device was the first video game console offered by an American company after the Atari Jaguar stopped sales in 1996. It reached over 24 million units sold as of May 2006. Microsoft's second console, the Xbox 360, was released in 2005 and has sold over 77.2 million consoles worldwide as of April 2013. The successor to the Xbox 360 and Microsoft's most recent console, the Xbox One, was revealed in May 2013. The Xbox One has been released in 21 markets in total, with a Chinese release in September 2014. The head of Xbox is Phil Spencer, who succeeded former head Marc Whitten in late March 2014. The original Xbox was released on November 15, 2001, in North America, February 22, 2002, in Japan, and March 14, 2002, in Australia and Europe. Veronica: When I first got an x-box I had no idea that it could stream Netflix and now its m favorite feature!! Do you like x-box Caroline: I love everything microsoft does. I've had an Xbox console since they released. I play a lot on xbox LIVE Veronica: YES! Microsoft is an amazing company, I love how portable and light their new laptops are! What's your favorite to play on LIVE? Caroline: I play a lot of halo: The Master Chief Collection online, and lately I have been playing Unravel Two like crazy, digital games are the way to go! Veronica: Halo is awesome!! Can you tell me about the Master Chief Collection? I haven't played it yet but it sounds cool! Caroline: It's a complilation of every halo that has come out so far all in one game (except for Reach) Veronica: WHAT a compiliation of every Halo!? Sounds like I'll never be leaving my room again Caroline: It's amazing. Halo is one of my favorite video games. I just speedran h2 on legendary in under 3 hours, it was the hardest thing I've ever done in gaming besidses Cuphead

my favorite food is pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Ana: I love pizza!! That french bread covered in sauce, meat and cheese is something that makes me drool. Leah: I love pizza too but i like burgers more! What is your favorite pizza place? Ana: That would probably be the Pizza Factory, which is a chain out of Oakhurst, California. Leah: I wonder if Oakhurst is a good place to live in. What do you think? Ana: Oakhurst, California is situated south of the entrance to Yosemite National Park in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, I would have to say that would be a great place to live. Leah: The Yosemite National Park seems like a great to have pizza in. I can already picture the amazing scenery. Have you been there? Ana: No, I've never been, but the park is 95% wilderness, so if one needed a great place to commune with nature, Yosemite would be an excellent choice. Leah: You must visit it some day. The wilderness is important part of life and I personally love communing with nature. Ana: By communing with nature, i meant cramming in with 4 million annual visitors in a 6 square mile park. LOL

i favorite brand of clothing is donna karen.

Donna Karan (born October 2, 1948), also known as "DK", is an American fashion designer and the creator of the Donna Karan New York and DKNY clothing labels. Karan was born Donna Ivy Faske to mother Helen ("Queenie") and father Gabby Faske in the Forest Hills neighborhood of the Borough of Queens, New York City. Her family is Jewish. Karan's mother had been a model and had also worked in designer Chester Weinberg's showroom. Her father was a tailor and haberdasher who died when Donna was three years old. Karan and her older sister Gail were raised by their mother in Woodmere, in the Five Towns region of Nassau County, New York. She graduated from Hewlett High School in 1966, and then went to the Parsons School of Design. After leaving college, Karan worked for Anne Klein, eventually becoming head of the Anne Klein design-team, where she remained until 1985, when she launched her Donna Karan label. Karan began her career as an assistant designer with Anne Klein in the late 1960s, where she was promoted to associate designer in 1971. As Klein's assistant, Karan was a participant in The Battle of Versailles Fashion Show on November 28, 1973. When Klein herself died in 1974, Takihyo Corporation of Japan became the new owner and Karan, together with her former classmate and friend Louis Dell'Ollio, became head designer of the house. Abigail: DKNY by Donna Karan is one of my favourite fashion brands. What is yours? Crystal: I'm going to have to go with JCrew, I love the simple style! Abigail: I loved that Michelle Obama often wore JCrew while she was first lady. I agree that it was simply and stylish! Crystal: Wow I did not know that. Personally I thought J Crew was a men's store until I went inside haha. Speaking of the first lady, Jackie Kennedy had an impeccable fashion sense. Abigail: I agree! Jackie Kennedy had one of the best senses of fashion of all First Ladies! Crystal: Melanie Trump looks great as well! I suppose it makes sense because she is a model. About earlier, is Donna Karen a bohemian brand? I'm unfamiliar. Abigail: I think that is because she models her clothes after Jackie Kennedy Crystal: Seriously? Wow....You know a lot about this stuff haha.

i like katy perry as a musician.

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer and songwriter. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager. Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album "Katy Hudson" under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin. After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007. Perry rose to fame in 2008 with the release of her second album, a pop rock record titled "One of the Boys", and its singles "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot n Cold". The former track also sparked controversy for its sapphic themes. Her third album, "Teenage Dream" (2010), ventured into disco, and was her first number one album on the U.S. "Billboard" 200. It topped the U.S. "Billboard" Hot 100 with the singles "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Firework", "E.T. Andres: Are you a fan of Katy Perry? She's an American singer and songwriter. Layla: oh yea i love katy perry, what else do you know about her ? Andres: I know that she rose to fame in 2008 after she released her second album, titled "One of the Boys." Layla: what song/album put her on the map ? Andres: I believe songs off her 3rd album, like "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", and "Firework", these songs caused her 3rd album to top the Billboard Hot 100. Layla: oh wow i didnt know she had that many songs Andres: Well she has been singing for a long time, including singing in her church during childhood even. Layla: that long? thats wonderful Andres: Yeah, she even pursued a gospel career as a teenager, how crazy to think about. Layla: thats cool

i am a civil war reenactment participant.

American Civil War reenactment is an effort to recreate the appearance of a particular battle or other event associated with the American Civil War by hobbyists known (in the United States) as Civil War reenactors, or living historians. Although most common in the United States, there are also American Civil War reenactors in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, and Poland. Reenacting the American Civil War began even before the real fighting had ended. Civil War veterans recreated battles as a way to remember their fallen comrades and to teach others what the war was all about. The Great Reunion of 1913, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, was attended by more than 50,000 Union and Confederate veterans, and included reenactments of elements of the battle, including Pickett's Charge. Modern reenacting is thought to have begun during the 1961–1965 Civil War Centennial commemorations. Reenacting grew in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, due in large part to the success of the 125th Anniversary reenactment near the original Manassas battlefield, which was attended by more than 6,000 reenactors. That year, "Time" magazine estimated there were more than 50,000 reenactors in the U.S. Ricardo: I'm not sure how I feel about Civil War reenactment. I think it could be a fun hobby to do. Evelyn: I think it is sort od dorky to be honest with you Ricardo: I kind of agree but that was the only topic given to me so its what I have to work with. Do you think any other reenactments in history could be fun? Activities that deal with reenactment have a long history. Evelyn: I guess world war two would be interesting, like if you had the air raids or storming of normandy, but it would take a lot of money to set up, maybe that is why hey stick with the civil war Ricardo: Haha, thats probably true. They probably couldnt reenact the strategic bombing with both close air support and tactical air power for cheap. Evelyn: That is true, that would be pretty cool. I would rather watch a movie myself though, it is always more entertaining Ricardo: Do you have any favorite movies that deal with strategic bombing in WWII? Evelyn: I like saving private ryan a lot myself

my favorite hobby is playing recreational baseball.

Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two teams of nine players each who take turns batting and fielding. The batting team attempts to score runs by hitting a ball (that is thrown by the opposing team's pitcher) with a bat swung by the batter, and then running counter-clockwise around a series of four bases: first, second, third, and home plate. A run is scored when a player advances around the bases and touches home plate. Players on the batting team take turns hitting against the pitcher of the fielding team, which tries to prevent runs by getting hitters out in any of several ways. A player on the batting team who reaches a base safely can later attempt to advance to subsequent bases during teammates' turns batting, such as on a hit or by other means. The teams switch between batting and fielding whenever the fielding team records three outs. One turn batting for both teams, beginning with the visiting team, constitutes an inning. A game is composed of nine innings, and the team with the greater number of runs at the end of the game wins. If scores are tied at the end of nine innings, extra innings are usually played. Baseball has no game clock, although most games end in the ninth inning. Kylee: I love baseball, who is your favorite team? Bryson: My favorite team is the Chicago Cubs, an american baseball team based in chicago illinois. They are definitely professionals! Kylee: How long have the Cubs been a team? Bryson: The cubs have been a team since the 1870's! Also little fact baseball does not have a game clock, but most games typically end in the ninth inning. Kylee: Wow, I didn't know that. So what happens if there is a tie after 9 innings? Bryson: That is called extra innings where the innings keep on going in order to break a tie. This is also true for softball games. Kylee: Cool, so softball and baseball are pretty similar I assume? Bryson: Good question, yes. softball is basically a variant of baseball. In softball the ball is larger but the field is smaller. In 1926 in softball the ball used to actually be soft hence its name!

i currently work at mcdonald.

McDonald's is a fast food company that was founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand. The first time a McDonald's franchise used the Golden Arches logo was in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1955, Ray Kroc, a businessman, joined the company as a franchise agent and proceeded to purchase the chain from the McDonald brothers. McDonald's had its original headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois, but has approved plans to move its global headquarters to Chicago by 2018. McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant chain by revenue, serving over 69 million customers daily in over 100 countries across approximately 36,900 outlets as of 2016. Although McDonald's is known for its hamburgers, they also sell cheeseburgers, chicken products, french fries, breakfast items, soft drinks, milkshakes, wraps, and desserts. In response to changing consumer tastes and a negative backlash because of the unhealthiness of their food, the company has added to its menu salads, fish, smoothies, and fruit. The McDonald's Corporation revenues come from the rent, royalties, and fees paid by the franchisees, as well as sales in company-operated restaurants. Kayla: Hey! So I just got a job at Mcdonald's last week. Want a free Big Mac? Zachary: Oh yes I would! That's one of my most favorite fast food companies of all time. They were actually founded way back in 1940 by Richard and Maurice McDonald. Kayla: Wow I had no idea the company is so old. Zachary: The craziest thing is that it actually started as a hamburger stand. Kayla: Haha they are a little different now! They serve salads and fish and fruit these days. Where did the company start? Zachary: They actually were founding in San Bernardino, California. In America of course. Kayla: Nice! In-n-Out Burger was started in California too I think? They must like their burgers. Zachary: Yes, In-n-Out Burger was founded in Baldwin Park, CA. Way back in 1948. They're even better than McDonald's. Kayla: Yum! That is good news. I just had an In-N-Out come to my city last month. What would you recommend I try from there? Zachary: Hopefully you live in Arizona, Texas, California, Utah, Texas or Oregon because that's where their restaurants are located. The burgers and animal fries are my faves to get from there. Kayla: I do live in Texas. I will try that out, thank you!

i am a fruitarian.

Fruitarianism () is a diet that consists entirely or primarily of fruits in the botanical sense, and possibly nuts and seeds, without animal products. Fruitarianism is a subset of dietary veganism. Fruitarianism may be adopted for different reasons, including ethical, religious, environmental, cultural, economic, and health reasons. There are many varieties of the diet. Some people whose diet consists of 75% or more fruit consider themselves fruitarians. Some fruitarians will eat only what falls (or would fall) naturally from a plant: that is, foods that can be harvested without killing or harming the plant. These foods consist primarily of culinary fruits, nuts, and seeds. According to author Adam Gollner, some fruitarians eat only fallen fruit. Some do not eat grains, believing it is unnatural to do so, and some fruitarians feel that it is improper for humans to eat seeds as they contain future plants, or nuts and seeds, or any foods besides juicy fruits. Others believe they should eat only plants that spread seeds when the plant is eaten. Others eat seeds and some cooked foods. Some fruitarians use the botanical definitions of fruits and consume pulses, such as beans, peas, or other legumes. Ricardo: They, so I am Fruitarian which means I only eat fruit! Have you ever known anyone who did that? Josiah: Yes, my friend does. It's something like dietary veganism. Ricardo: Yes exactly, although more extreme for sure! I eat avocados all the time to get extra calories! Josiah: So, you do it for health reasons? My friend mainly does it for environmental reasons. Ricardo: Yes, for healthy. Meat has saturated fat, which can cause heart problems and stuff so I choose to only eat fruit. Also i think it's delicious! Josiah: My friend only eats fruits that fall naturally from plants. They don't want to kill or harm any plants. Ricardo: Yes, this is a nice way to live also. The animals shouldn't be treated poorly! Josiah: I agree, but there are a lot of varieties of the diet, so people can choose their own way of doing it I guess.

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). Charlotte: I just bought myself a tiny house! It's great! Cole: Oh really? How exciting! How small is your tiny house? There's currently no set definition as to what counts as a tiny home. Charlotte: It's about 250 sq. ft. Cole: Wow, so that's really a tiny house and not just a small house! Do you like it? Charlotte: Yes, I do. It took some getting used to, but it's so nice not having a huge house to clean. Cole: I'll bet! I hate cleaning! Does your home have wheels? I think it would be so neat to be able to move my house wherever I please! Charlotte: Yes, it does. It gives me the freedom to move where ever I would like, especially with the kids grown Cole: That's my dream life! I want to look into home built by Four Lights Tiny House Company. They specialize in tiny homes with wheels! Charlotte: I've never heard of them. Do you have any more information about them? Cole: The company is based out of Sonoma, California. They have timber-framed homes permanently attached to trailers! They're really neat!

i would love to visit the pyramids.

The Egyptian pyramids are ancient pyramid-shaped masonry structures located in Egypt. As of November 2008, sources cite either 118 or 138 as the number of identified Egyptian pyramids. Most were built as tombs for the country's pharaohs and their consorts during the Old and Middle Kingdom periods. The earliest known Egyptian pyramids are found at Saqqara, northwest of Memphis. The earliest among these is the Pyramid of Djoser (constructed 2630 BC–2611 BC) which was built during the third dynasty. This pyramid and its surrounding complex were designed by the architect Imhotep, and are generally considered to be the world's oldest monumental structures constructed of dressed masonry. The most famous Egyptian pyramids are those found at Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo. Several of the Giza pyramids are counted among the largest structures ever built. The Pyramid of Khufu at Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid. It is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence. By the time of the Early Dynastic Period, those with sufficient means were buried in bench-like structures known as mastabas. The second historically-documented Egyptian pyramid is attributed to the architect Imhotep, who planned what Egyptologists believe to be a tomb for the pharaoh Djoser. Nolan: i would love to see the Egyptian pyramids Molly: Me too! It's architecture is so advanced for when it was built. People have hypothesized its construction techniques Nolan: its a work of art Molly: I agree. "Art" is any creation that expresses the creator's skill. The pyramids do exactly that! Nolan: Most were built as tombs for the country's pharaohs and their consorts Molly: Yes! Pharoah Kufu is credited for the creation of the Great Pyramid of Giza. He built his own grave. Nolan: As of November 2008, sources cite either 118 or 138 as the number of identified Egyptian pyramids. Molly: Interesting. Although we typically associate the pyramids with Giza, the first pyramids we know of were actually found near Memphis, Egypt. Nolan: The pyramids of Egypt fascinated travellers and conquerors in ancient times and continue to inspire wonder in the tourists, mathematicians, and archeologists Molly: And historians! It is considered to be one of the six historic civilizations to build on its own. Others include Babylon and Sumer.

i believe in fairytales.

A fairy tale is a type of short story that typically features folkloric fantasy characters, such as dwarfs, dragons, elves, fairies, giants, gnomes, goblins, griffins, mermaids, talking animals, trolls, unicorns, or witches, and usually magic or enchantments. Fairy tales may be distinguished from other folk narratives such as legends (which generally involve belief in the veracity of the events described) and explicitly moral tales, including beast fables. The term is mainly used for stories with origins in European tradition and, at least in recent centuries, mostly relates to children's literature. In less technical contexts, the term is also used to describe something blessed with unusual happiness, as in "fairy tale ending" (a happy ending) or "fairy tale romance". Colloquially, a "fairy tale" or "fairy story" can also mean any far-fetched story or tall tale; it is used especially of any story that not only is not true, but could not possibly be true. Legends are perceived as real; fairy tales may merge into legends, where the narrative is perceived both by teller and hearers as being grounded in historical truth. However, unlike legends and epics, they usually do not contain more than superficial references to religion and actual places, people, and events; they take place once upon a time rather than in actual times. Samantha: Fairy tales and folklore are fascinating to me, the fact that humans came up with Goblins is so weird to me. Gabriela: Yeah fairy tales take you to a different level of imagination Samantha: Have you ever read the folklore of Joseph Jacobs? Dude was a social sevant. Gabriela: I didn't get a chance to read it. You seem to have a lot of knowledge about Goblins !!! Samantha: I mainly am intrigued by Orcs, like the ones from Middle Earth, truly strange sinister creatures. Gabriela: I love Harry Potter. Do you find it interesting? Samantha: I do! I'm not religious at all but it fascinates me how much religious debate has gone on regarding the series. It's just a made up story about magicians! Gabriela: Can an orc be good? Is there a redemptive path for orcs? What do orcs do when they aren't being killed in battle?

i like to play soccer.

Association football, more commonly known as football or soccer, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players with a spherical ball. It is played by 250 million players in over 200 countries and dependencies, making it the world's most popular sport. The game is played on a rectangular field with a goal at each end. The object of the game is to score by getting the ball into the opposing goal. Players are not allowed to touch the ball with their hands or arms while it is in play, unless they are goalkeepers (and then only when within their penalty area). Other players mainly use their feet to strike or pass the ball, but may also use any part of their body except the hands and the arms. The team that scores the most goals by the end of the match wins. If the score is level at the end of the game, either a draw is declared or the game goes into extra time or a penalty shootout depending on the format of the competition. The Laws of the Game were originally codified in England by The Football Association in 1863. Association football is governed internationally by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA; ), which organises World Cups for both men and women every four years. Serenity: I love soccer! It is played by 250 million people worldwide Brayden: Really? I had no idea it was so popular. I used to play when I was younger. Where does the sport come from anyways? Serenity: The laws of soccer were originally codified in England in 1863. Brayden: Wow, I didn't know there were law. Do you have a favorite soccer team? Serenity: I would say Dallas since I am from there. Soccer is governed internationally by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA). Brayden: Okay cool, I heard the name FIFA before but I didn't know that's what it meant .Some people call it "football" too right? Serenity: Yes mostly outside of America. In soccer the only part of your body that can't touch the ball is your hands. Brayden: really? It's kind of the opposite of basketball. I have a friend that plays a lot of soccer, I'll have to go watch a game soon!

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. Elijah: A hamburger patty can be barbecued, fried, or flame broiled. Do you ever boil it? Karina: I've never tried to boil it, but it sounds terrible? How does it taste? Elijah: It isn't actually boiled in a pot of water but fried with an inch of water. I love it covered with cheese which is a cheeseburger!!! Karina: Oh, I bet the water added to a frying pan actually keeps the meat moist, but I'm surprised it doesn't affect the cheese, making it slide off. Elijah: No I put the cheese afterwards while it still hot. You ever fry banannas? That is soo good to. They are cooked ripe or unripe it doesn't matter. Karina: Wow, no! That actually sounds good, though. I have grilled pineapple and the taste just explodes! Elijah: Wowwww really? Tell me more about that. People even fry tomatoes? Nasty.. They are "Solanaceae" from the nightshade family. Karina: I slice the fresh pineapple in cubes, and put on a skewer. 3 minutes on each side, and it's great! Oh, you don't know what you are missing with fried green tomatoes. They are a southern treat! Elijah: I have had them on a skewer and BBQ but not fried... I heard the green ones are good, maybe I will try. The Solanaceae are super important family of flowering plants and of course economically. Karina: I don't know much about Solanaceae, but I know tomatoes are a good source of some vitamin that starts with an L. Lipotine? Something like that.