dialogue: Johnny: Why didn't you show up yesterday?
  Dave: Had to stay longer at work.
  Dave: Did I miss something?
  Johnny: Not really, the usual stuff.
  Johnny: Played some games, drank some beer...
  Dave: Much more interesting than fixing yet another broken formula in Excel.
  Johnny: Sure was.
  Dave: What about next weekend? Any change of plans?
  Johnny: No, everyone confirmed they'll be there.
  Dave: Great!
summary: Johnny and they played games and drank beer. Dave had to stay longer at work yesterday and he did not show up. Dave is enthusiastic about next  week, because everyone confirmed that they will be there.