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[ "When i was younger i wanted a gamecube for my birthday. On my birthday my parents told me to clean the bathroom. Ended up in the bathroom was a gamecube with 4 games. ", "Man the first ever console i owned personally was a gamecube. Was so surprised getting it was funny what my parents did.", "Ahh yes_comma_ must have been a very nice surprise! Did you play Mario on it?", "I didn't get Mario until late was Sonic adventures 2_comma_ Parents hid the console in the bathroom with the game and told me to go clean the bathroom.", "Well thats one way to get your kids to do household chores!" ]

[ "I participated in my high school runners' marathon and came in 2nd place. I felt very proud because I trained hard for it.", "I still remember my high school days_comma_ I was a terrific athlete during that time.", "What athletics did you participate in?", "The runner's marathon. I felt so proud when I came in second place because I had trained for many months for it!", "Man i know that feeling. But sounds like you worked hard." ]

[ "I was proud of my brother when he graduated high school", "My brother graduated high school_comma_ I was proud of him", "When did he graduate? Sounds like a really cool moment to share with him.", "2017_comma_ I was there_comma_ it was awesome!", "I graduated that year too! Cool to see that you were as excited as he likely was." ]

[ "Whenever my girlfriend at the time broke up with me and ghosted me_comma_ I had no idea what to make of the situation. I never would've expected her to do that_comma_ since she seemed really into me.", "A month or two ago my girlfriend randomly broke up with me and I had no idea that she was even close to considering that.", "I am very sorry to hear that_comma_ that must be terrible....", "It wasn't a great time_comma_ but it just really irked me since I had no idea that she was not into me at that time. She must've been really good at faking it.", "I undertand that. People are crazy like that_comma_ I never understood it" ]

[ "Recently I met up with a friend that I knew years and years ago and I learned that he actually bought his house from his mom. We went there and had a few beers and it looked exactly the same as before_comma_ even smelled the same.", "I reconnected with one of my childhood friends and I even got to go to the house that we used to hang out in years and years ago.", "That is something I want to do when I get older_comma_ I miss the golden days!", "You should_comma_ especially if you truly miss any of your childhood friends. It was a surreal but amazing experience.", "I bet it was_comma_ to catch up after awhile_comma_ few things really compare" ]

[ "I was sad when my grandmother passed away. I was still a child", "My grandmother passed away when I was a child_comma_ it really upset me", "That's tragic_comma_ I haven't had to deal with anything like that yet.", "I am happy for you_comma_ I hope that continues", "I hope so too_comma_ and I hope that you don't have to deal with anything like that anytime soon." ]

[ "I have a long term girlfriend. I have never or will never cheat on her", "I have a girlfriend_comma_ and I will never cheat on her", "So your saying your faithful and love her.", "Absolutely_comma_ not even a doubt", "Sounds like you got your priorities straight good man." ]

[ "I was in college for 8 years. I didn't get done until the end of 2017. I graduated high school in 2009 felt so proud when i was done with school.", "So i am really happy with myself lately. Finally graduated college after 8 years since 2009.", "Wow_comma_ go you! I am proud of you_comma_ it can be tough to do!", "Yeah it felt tough every year that passed but i got that degree man.", "That is what matters_comma_ best of luck using it friend!" ]

[ "I have been faithful to my long time girlfriend. I would never cheat on her", "I have a girlfriend_comma_ and I would never cheat on her", "That is an amazing thing. Being cheated on is one of the worst things that can happen when ones enters a bond like a relationship.", "I agree_comma_ I am not sure how people can do that to each other", "I am sure that you two will have a happy and loving life together especially if she reciprocates your desire to never cheat. " ]

[ "My sister is coming from France to visit us. I am happy to see her again.", "My sister is coming from France to visit us. I am happy to see her again.", "How exciting_comma_ are you from France?", "No_comma_ I am not. It is exciting. It has been almost a year since I saw her.", "When did she move out there?" ]

[ "I just started working out and wasn't sure how to start.", "I started working out again and it was nerveracking to begin again.", "Great. How long did you stop working out?", "It's been over 10 years since i've worked out!", "It is always good to work out but start slowly since it has been a long time since your last work out.", "yes i did and i have slowly gotten back into it." ]

[ "I was in morning rush hour traffic_comma_ and the driver in front of me was putting on makeup. Her complete lack of attention meant that she did not notice when the car in front of HER moved_comma_ and we missed the light. It is a LONG light that we had to sit through AGAIN. Ugh!", "This morning I was running late for work_comma_ and I got so mad at the driver in front of me!", "Was the person one of those one people who goes like 5 miles an hour in a 65?", "No_comma_ but I do hate those_comma_ too! We were in bumper to bumper traffic_comma_ and this woman is putting on her makeup. She doesn't notice when the car in front of her moves_comma_ and we miss the light. Ugh!", "The question is_comma_ did the woman at least do a good job ( from what you could see)?", "LOL! Not my place to judge. I was so hopping mad about having to sit through that stupid light again. " ]

[ "Once_comma_ I tried hard to update my CV as per the job description and applied for a good position_comma_ however my CV didn't even pass the screening level.", "It made me feel really disappointed when my CV got rejected in the first place.", "How did you respond after rejection?", "Well it took some time for me to cope up because I really put a lot of efforts_comma_ however I got to understand that it should be rather taken as a learning experience", "Yes_comma_ you hear stories all of the time about people being rejected to find out that it was a blessing in disguise", "True_comma_ and guess what ! Next morning I got a call from a company which I least expected." ]

[ "Lately I have been very upset and worried about my financial situation. The stress has been quite overwhelming.", "My finances are not the greatest lately and I've been so worried. I haven't been sleeping due to stressing about this situation.", "I am sorry to hear that_comma_ I hope things turn around for you soon!", "Thank you! I'm working through it and I have come up with several solutions to this debt problem.", "I am glad to hear that_comma_ I hope they work out for you!", "Thank you so much! I think it will all work out!" ]

[ "I saw that my coworker left food in the fridge and hat not eaten it in 2 days. I ate it myself and I felt bad", "I ate my coworkers food recently_comma_ I feel bad but they left it there for awhile", "HaHa What kind of food did they leave for you? Did you say anything to them?", "I ate their wings and so it was kinda hard to hide because my fingers were orange.... whoops", "LOL It really shouldn't be funny but for some reason you are making me laugh! I guess that will teach them to leave their lunch sitting around! haha" ]

[ "I was confident when I beat this popular girl in the class elections in high school. I expected to lose badly", "I beat my classmate in a school election_comma_ even though she was way more popular", "omg congratulations! Thats a great achievement and must give you so much pride and motication for the future", "Thank you_comma_ I appreciate it!", "All the best for your future and your role aswell! " ]

[ "I was surprised when I went on a beach trip and my good friend from Florida was there but we lived two hours away by plane.", "I went to florida one time and saw a childhood friend there_comma_ that was a surprise!", "You are right.Florida is a big state with lot's of people.", "It sure is_comma_ what are the odds...", "The odds must be astronomical_comma_ almost like winning the lottery." ]

[ "I am surprised England Lost to Croatia on the World Cup", "I am surprised England Lost to Croatia on the World Cup.I tought they were gonna win easily ", "I am shocked too_comma_ Croatia only has 4 millio people", "Did you watched the game? The Croatians were warriors out there.", "Yeaah they really were_comma_ number 12 killed it with that goal ", "That goal took them to the world cup final" ]

[ "my parents let me live with them. They do not charge rent so I am very appreciative of them", "My parents let me live in their house for free_comma_ I am realy thankful", "I feel that man_comma_ Parents like that care for their family a lot.", "Yeaaah_comma_ I know a lot of people who struggle with bills. ", "I am in that boat at times where i live." ]

[ "When i got my first job in retail i was scared on the interview. But as i got there i took a deep breath and went in. I felt really confident after that and got the job.", "I remember a time i got my first retail job. Was scared about the interview but after just taking a deep breath. I just felt like i owned the place.", "I know that feeling_comma_ good for you!", "You ever just get those moment where you shake it off and the confident feeling flows in.", "Yes_comma_ those are awesome feelings_comma_ I crave that all the time" ]

[ "I once broke a fax machine my parents spent a lot on. I felt bad about it since it wasn't what i meant to do. He ended up throwing the Fax machine around the room.", "So i felt bad once because i broke my parents fax machine. What made me feel bad even more he got angry.", "well he did have a right to be angry (depending on how you broke it ofc)", "Yeah he did but i felt bad cause he threw the fax machine into the kitchen. This was a heavy machine by the way.", "oh darn thats just abit rude and unnecessary. I hope everything is ok now " ]

[ "I met with an accident once. Kindhearted passerby saved my life", "I have a met with an accident once. one gentlemen saved my life", "I am glad to hear that_comma_ did you repay him?", "Yeah i did. I have visited him once i was up and running. He was so chuffed see me breathing", "That is good to hear_comma_ I am glad it worked out well instead of a disaster", "God's grace it did worked out well. We became buddies over the time" ]

[ "I was angry when my brother ruined the result of a football game. I recorded it to watch later", "I was angry when my brother ruined the result of a football game. I recorded it to watch later", "sibling fights worth living for.. I wish i had one.", "I am glad I do_comma_ I just wish they could shutup sometimes haha", "you would know better hehe!!" ]

[ "I am excited tomorrow is my birthday", "I am so excited. Tomorrow is my birthday", "Well happy early birthday! I hope you have a great day!", "Thanks. I can't wait for tomorrow for the party and the presents", "I bet_comma_ I hope you get everything you want!" ]

[ "I was lonely as a teenager_comma_ I had no girlfriend and few friends. I was sad often", "I was lonely as a teenager_comma_ I had no girlfriend and few friends. I was sad often", "Sorry to hear that. Do you have more firends now?", "I do luckily_comma_ and a great girlfriend_comma_ so things work out in the end", "Great." ]

[ "I am so proud about myself. I just got promoted.", "I am so proud about myself. I just got promoted at my firm.,5|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:194_conv:388,2,proud,I am so proud about myself. I just got promoted.,10,Good job! I am sure that took a lot of hard work!,5|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:194_conv:388,3,proud,I am so proud about myself. I just got promoted.,75,You have no idea. I have been waiting 3 years for that promotion.,5|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:194_conv:388,4,proud,I am so proud about myself. I just got promoted.,10,I am sure that was stressful that whole time,5|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:194_conv:389,1,nostalgic,playing my gameboy makes me nostalgic. i love pokemon emerald the most,10,playing my gameboy makes me nostalgic. i love pokemon emerald the most,5|5|5_5|4|5,\nhit:194_conv:389,2,nostalgic,playing my gameboy makes me nostalgic. i love pokemon emerald the most,75,Me to. I also play gameboy from time to time,5|5|5_5|4|5,\nhit:194_conv:389,3,nostalgic,playing my gameboy makes me nostalgic. i love pokemon emerald the most,10,I still have my one from when I was young_comma_ it is in good shape,5|5|5_5|4|5,\nhit:194_conv:389,4,nostalgic,playing my gameboy makes me nostalgic. i love pokemon emerald the most,75,I do not have mine.I bought one on EBAY and also 12 games just to remember the past,5|5|5_5|4|5,\nhit:195_conv:390,1,furious,Someone rear ended me a few months ago. I was very upset because I had places to be,10,Someone rear ended me a few months ago. I was very upset because I had places to be,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:195_conv:390,2,furious,Someone rear ended me a few months ago. I was very upset because I had places to be,66,That is so aggravating! I've been in the exact same situation. I hope you weren't hurt.,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:195_conv:390,3,furious,Someone rear ended me a few months ago. I was very upset because I had places to be,10,I was okay_comma_ but my car got a bit messed up,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:195_conv:390,4,furious,Someone rear ended me a few months ago. I was very upset because I had places to be,66,Good to hear you were all right. Hopefully insurance covered your car -- though I know nothing makes up for the time spent dealing with the situation!,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:196_conv:392,1,terrified,I was terrifified when my dad scared me as a kid. I have to admit he was good at it,10,I was terrifified when my dad scared me as a kid. I have to admit he was good at it,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:392,2,terrified,I was terrifified when my dad scared me as a kid. I have to admit he was good at it,73,I believe this kind of a rude attitude by parents leave an impression on the kid's growth,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:392,3,terrified,I was terrifified when my dad scared me as a kid. I have to admit he was good at it,10,I turned out okay_comma_ but for some people it certainly might,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:392,4,terrified,I was terrifified when my dad scared me as a kid. I have to admit he was good at it,73,True_comma_ I have a close friend who's quite young now and he seems to have scary thoughts about his childhood days,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:393,1,confident,Last winters_comma_ I went uphill and took a 2 hour Skiing classes which really helped to enjoy Skiing there after,73,I was really fascinated by Skiing and though about taking lessons to make it easy for me.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:393,2,confident,Last winters_comma_ I went uphill and took a 2 hour Skiing classes which really helped to enjoy Skiing there after,10,I wish I could afford lessons or to even try_comma_ I bet it is really fun!,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:393,3,confident,Last winters_comma_ I went uphill and took a 2 hour Skiing classes which really helped to enjoy Skiing there after,73,Yeah it's an amazing experience altogether. I really enjoy the sport.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:393,4,confident,Last winters_comma_ I went uphill and took a 2 hour Skiing classes which really helped to enjoy Skiing there after,10,I do like to watch it in the olympics or sure though!,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:196_conv:393,5,confident,Last winters_comma_ I went uphill and took a 2 hour Skiing classes which really helped to enjoy Skiing there after,73,During last winter Olympics_comma_ my country did really well in the sport ! ,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:197_conv:394,1,hopeful,I hope the nintendo switch get madden on it. I love portable football games,10,I hope the nintendo switch get madden on it. I love portable football games,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:197_conv:394,2,hopeful,I hope the nintendo switch get madden on it. I love portable football games,76,I like them too. I like to play football games while I'm eating Chik-Fil-A_comma_ but I always want to go on Sundays when they're closed.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:197_conv:394,3,hopeful,I hope the nintendo switch get madden on it. I love portable football games,10,I feel that one deep in my core_comma_ I want it ten times more then,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:197_conv:394,4,hopeful,I hope the nintendo switch get madden on it. I love portable football games,76,I never think about it during the week_comma_ the craving always hits me on Sunday. It's very disheartening when you pull up and the place is completely empty.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:396,1,joyful,I felt joyful when my wife and I decided to go to the lake today. This situation has made me feel really happy because I love swimming. ,77,I'm so happy about going to the lake with my wife_comma_ it makes me burst with joy!,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:396,2,joyful,I felt joyful when my wife and I decided to go to the lake today. This situation has made me feel really happy because I love swimming. ,78,That sounds like fun! What are you planning to do at the lake.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:396,3,joyful,I felt joyful when my wife and I decided to go to the lake today. This situation has made me feel really happy because I love swimming. ,77,I'm planning to relax_comma_ maybe even swim_comma_ sit near the water. I love swimming!,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:396,4,joyful,I felt joyful when my wife and I decided to go to the lake today. This situation has made me feel really happy because I love swimming. ,78,It will be a great escape from regular life_comma_ right? How often do you get to go?,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:396,5,joyful,I felt joyful when my wife and I decided to go to the lake today. This situation has made me feel really happy because I love swimming. ,77,I haven't been to the lake for like a year so it's going to be a lot of fun. It's definitely going to be an escape from the daily life.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:397,1,caring,My husband cut his hand while working in the yard. He came inside and needed a bandage. I was able to care for his wound with alcohol_comma_ gauze and a bandage. I joked with him and made him smile.,78,My husband mowed the lawn today and repaired our back fence.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:397,2,caring,My husband cut his hand while working in the yard. He came inside and needed a bandage. I was able to care for his wound with alcohol_comma_ gauze and a bandage. I joked with him and made him smile.,77,Oh that's nice_comma_ you must have a hard-working husband.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:397,3,caring,My husband cut his hand while working in the yard. He came inside and needed a bandage. I was able to care for his wound with alcohol_comma_ gauze and a bandage. I joked with him and made him smile.,78,Yes! Unfortunately_comma_ while working on the fence_comma_ he grabbed a board with a rough edge and cut his hand.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:397,4,caring,My husband cut his hand while working in the yard. He came inside and needed a bandage. I was able to care for his wound with alcohol_comma_ gauze and a bandage. I joked with him and made him smile.,77,That sounds horrible. Was it serious?,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:198_conv:397,5,caring,My husband cut his hand while working in the yard. He came inside and needed a bandage. I was able to care for his wound with alcohol_comma_ gauze and a bandage. I joked with him and made him smile.,78,Not too bad_comma_ just needed a band-aid.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:199_conv:399,1,excited,When i was young i loved Jurassic Park. Family went down to Florida to the universal park. I was so hyper and happy to get on that ride for the movie.,68,So favorite movie is Jurassic park and they had that ride at Universal. I loved that ride so much i was so hyper waiting in line.,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:199_conv:399,2,excited,When i was young i loved Jurassic Park. Family went down to Florida to the universal park. I was so hyper and happy to get on that ride for the movie.,79,That sounds like fun! Was it your first time at Universal? ,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:199_conv:399,3,excited,When i was young i loved Jurassic Park. Family went down to Florida to the universal park. I was so hyper and happy to get on that ride for the movie.,68,Yes! it was indeed my first time there even. So that was even more exciting.,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:199_conv:399,4,excited,When i was young i loved Jurassic Park. Family went down to Florida to the universal park. I was so hyper and happy to get on that ride for the movie.,79,I can imagine! Were there any other memorable aspects of the visit? ,5|5|5_3|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,1,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,80,I am working very hard at getting new business and I want people to trust me.,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,2,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,81,Those are both admirable ideas. How are you trying to improve trust?,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,3,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,80,I talk about my business to everyone at meetings and why it's important to use a travel agent and not go with the cheap guys online.,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,4,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,81,Travel agents make complicated travel so much easier than using online sites. ,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,5,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,80,We do! It's very time consuming looking on line. Even with the cruise lines I'm going to get better deals and better cabin space for a client,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,6,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,81,That's awesome. Best of luck to you with your business! ,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:400,7,disappointed,I have tried really hard to make my new business work. It's been a very slow start.,80,Thank you very much!,5|5|5_2|4|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,1,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,81,No one showed up to my birthday part so I ate by myself at home. ,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,2,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,80,I'm sorry to hear that! Happy Birthday! Hope you didn't eat the entire cake LOL!,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,3,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,81,I wish! I did enjoy a good dinner_comma_ but it would have been nice if others were around to celebrate.,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,4,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,80,I decided not to celebrate birthdays anymore now that I'm old!,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,5,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,81,Well_comma_ I like to think of it as an excuse to meet friends and family. Too bad I was away from family that day!,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:200_conv:401,6,lonely,On my birthday_comma_ no one showed up to the celebration. I had dinner by myself in my apartment.,80,Maybe next year will be better! ,2|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:402,1,terrified,I was out hiking_comma_ and came very close to stepping on a rattlesnake. There was not an easy way to get around it_comma_ so we had to backtrack and cut through some heavy brush.,72,A few years ago_comma_ I was out hiking_comma_ and almost stepped on a rattlesnake. Thank goodness it alerted!,3|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:402,2,terrified,I was out hiking_comma_ and came very close to stepping on a rattlesnake. There was not an easy way to get around it_comma_ so we had to backtrack and cut through some heavy brush.,78,Oh my goodness! That must have been frightening. What happened after it alerted?,3|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:402,3,terrified,I was out hiking_comma_ and came very close to stepping on a rattlesnake. There was not an easy way to get around it_comma_ so we had to backtrack and cut through some heavy brush.,72,It took me a minute to figure out what I was hearing_comma_ and then I back up VERY quickly!!,3|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:402,4,terrified,I was out hiking_comma_ and came very close to stepping on a rattlesnake. There was not an easy way to get around it_comma_ so we had to backtrack and cut through some heavy brush.,78,Where did the snake go?,3|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:402,5,terrified,I was out hiking_comma_ and came very close to stepping on a rattlesnake. There was not an easy way to get around it_comma_ so we had to backtrack and cut through some heavy brush.,72,It stayed put. My friend and I had to backtrack_comma_ and cut through some heavy brush to get around it_comma_ because the trail was too narrow to walk past it on. ,3|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:403,1,confident,I recently wore a bikini to the beach after losing 20 lbs. I felt amazing!,78,My last trip to the beach was amazing! I felt confident enough to wear a bikini!,5|5|5_3|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:403,2,confident,I recently wore a bikini to the beach after losing 20 lbs. I felt amazing!,72,That is awesome! I bet you had a great time!,5|5|5_3|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:403,3,confident,I recently wore a bikini to the beach after losing 20 lbs. I felt amazing!,78,I did! I was celebrating having lost 20lbs! At first I was nervous_comma_ but then it was fun.,5|5|5_3|5|5,\nhit:201_conv:403,4,confident,I recently wore a bikini to the beach after losing 20 lbs. I felt amazing!,72,Weight loss can be so liberating! I'm glad you were able to enjoy yourself.,5|5|5_3|5|5,\nhit:202_conv:404,1,joyful,My grandmother is getting out of the hospital,7,I am so happy. My grandmother is getting out of the hospital.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:202_conv:404,2,joyful,My grandmother is getting out of the hospital,60,That's awesome. Is she better?,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:202_conv:404,3,joyful,My grandmother is getting out of the hospital,7,Yes_comma_ she is. She having issues with her heart. She needed a chirurgical operation.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:202_conv:404,4,joyful,My grandmother is getting out of the hospital,60,That's scary! How old is she?,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:203_conv:406,1,hopeful,I hope the immigrants children get reunited with their families,75,I hope the immigrants children get reunited with their families,5|4|4_5 |5|5,\nhit:203_conv:406,2,hopeful,I hope the immigrants children get reunited with their families,70,Same. It is just a devasting thing that is happening. ,5|4|4_5 |5|5,\nhit:203_conv:406,3,hopeful,I hope the immigrants children get reunited with their families,75,Yes_comma_ it is.This problem in the border is very complex and emotive ,5|4|4_5 |5|5,\nhit:203_conv:406,4,hopeful,I hope the immigrants children get reunited with their families,70,That is true. But this is basic humanity you know. Surely there is another way ,5|4|4_5 |5|5,\nhit:204_conv:408,1,confident,I was very sure of myself when applying and getting into physical therapy school.,82,I was a student in undergraduate school when this happened.,4|5|5_5|5|4,\nhit:204_conv:408,2,confident,I was very sure of myself when applying and getting into physical therapy school.,75,When what happened?,4|5|5_5|5|4,\nhit:204_conv:408,3,confident,I was very sure of myself when applying and getting into physical therapy school.,82,When I was applying to physical therapy school.,4|5|5_5|5|4,\nhit:204_conv:408,4,confident,I was very sure of myself when applying and getting into physical therapy school.,75,What was the issue that plagued you?,4|5|5_5|5|4,\nhit:204_conv:408,5,confident,I was very sure of myself when applying and getting into physical therapy school.,82,There was no issue that plagued me.,4|5|5_5|5|4,\nhit:204_conv:409,1,jealous,I am so jealous of my co-worker.He got the promotion I had my eye on it.,75,My co-worker got the promotion I had my eye on it.I am so mad and jealous.,5|5|4_4|5|5,\nhit:204_conv:409,2,jealous,I am so jealous of my co-worker.He got the promotion I had my eye on it.,82,Damn_comma_ that sucks. What field do you work in?,5|5|4_4|5|5,\nhit:204_conv:409,3,jealous,I am so jealous of my co-worker.He got the promotion I had my eye on it.,75,I work in Banking and insurance. I have more experience than him.,5|5|4_4|5|5,\nhit:204_conv:409,4,jealous,I am so jealous of my co-worker.He got the promotion I had my eye on it.,82,Why did he get the promotion over you?,5|5|4_4|5|5,\nhit:205_conv:411,1,joyful,When I was gifted my laptop for christmas,83,This past chrstmas_comma_ I was gifted my HP laptop_comma_ and I have been consistently using it ever since! It really was a great gift.,4|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:205_conv:411,2,joyful,When I was gifted my laptop for christmas,79,That's such a nice gift! What are your main uses of it? ,4|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:205_conv:411,3,joyful,When I was gifted my laptop for christmas,83,Mainly Youtube_comma_ I do some freelance work on it occasionally_comma_ and Reddit. Lots of Reddit. ,4|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:205_conv:411,4,joyful,When I was gifted my laptop for christmas,79,I've heard great things about Reddit but have never actually signed up myself!,4|4|5_5|5|5,\nhit:206_conv:412,1,furious,Once my little cousin got into my room and pour coke onto my keyboard. He didn't mean to do it but the coke ended up spilling off the desk into my computer. Fried the computer and i was just so mad!,68,So i had this annoying little cousin. He went into my room when i wasn't there and got my computer fried because he spilled coke on the desk and into the computer.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:206_conv:412,2,furious,Once my little cousin got into my room and pour coke onto my keyboard. He didn't mean to do it but the coke ended up spilling off the desk into my computer. Fried the computer and i was just so mad!,79,That's not good at all. Did you lose any important data?,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:206_conv:412,3,furious,Once my little cousin got into my room and pour coke onto my keyboard. He didn't mean to do it but the coke ended up spilling off the desk into my computer. Fried the computer and i was just so mad!,68,I lost a lot of my data i used school at the time. I was really mad at him.,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:206_conv:412,4,furious,Once my little cousin got into my room and pour coke onto my keyboard. He didn't mean to do it but the coke ended up spilling off the desk into my computer. Fried the computer and i was just so mad!,79,I would be too! That sounds like a real inconvenience. ,5|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:207_conv:415,1,hopeful,I had an interview the other day for a part-time-job and am hoping I get it! ,84,I had an interview last week for a part-time-job and I hope I get it it. I have been an unemployed student for 6 months and the work would help!,4|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:207_conv:415,2,hopeful,I had an interview the other day for a part-time-job and am hoping I get it! ,66,I will send all the good vibes! Is it in a field you could see yourself making a career of?,4|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:207_conv:415,3,hopeful,I had an interview the other day for a part-time-job and am hoping I get it! ,84,No_comma_ it is unrelated to my career field and temporary work. Thanks for the good vibes. Waiting to hear back from an interview is nerve racking! ,4|5|5_5|5|5,\nhit:207_conv:415,4,hopeful,I had an interview the other day for a part-time-job and am hoping I get it! ,66,Always_comma_ it is. And it sounds empty to say it will all work out for the best\"....but it will! In the meantime_comma_ are you applying/interviewing for other positions?" ]

[ "I am so annoyed that France is in the world cup final.", "I am so annoyed that France is in the world cup final. I do not like their style of play", "What is it about their style of play that you're not a fan of?", "They are to defensive.Their games are so boring.", "I see where you're coming from. " ]

[ "I am so surprised Roger Federer lost his match on Wimbledon ", "I am so surprised Roger Federer lost yesterday at Wimbledon. he is the GOAT of tennis.", "I'm not too familiar with Tennis_comma_ Is he known to be a winner? ", "He is the best player ever.He won the mos grand slams titles.", "Wow that's neat! Crazy to hear he lost then as you said." ]

[ "Shortly after I got married_comma_ my wife and I decided that we wanted to have kids. When we found out she was pregnant_comma_ we couldn't wait to find out if we were having a boy or a girl.", "When my wife and I got married_comma_ we knew we wanted to have kids. When we found out that we were expecting_comma_ the only thing on our mind for the longest time was if we were having a boy or a girl.", "What exciting news! Did you find out ahead of time what the gender of the baby was?", "We did! We were living in Japan at the time_comma_ and we were paying this clinic 2000 yen a week so we could keep getting ultrasounds of the baby.", "What is 2000 yen equal to in U.S. currency?", "At the time_comma_ the exchange rate was about 110 yen to the dollar_comma_ so it was pretty affordable_comma_ and worth it to keep going back.", "It sure sounds like it. I think healthcare in Japan is much more affordable that here in America_comma_ do you agree?", "I wouldn't be able to tell you_comma_ since I wasn't under their healthcare system. This was just a women's clinic that offered this service pretty cheaply.", "Oh_comma_ okay_comma_ well I watched a documentary about healthcare in other countries. I understand that doesn't apply here." ]

[ "When my mom recently offered to help me with a medical bill. I was very stressed out because I had to have surgery and had a high deductible. She really helped me out a lot.", "I'm so happy and relieved my mom came to my rescue this week.", "Moms are good at doing that_comma_ aren't they? What did she do for you?", "She offered to help me out financially with something that was really stressing me out.", "I know that feeling! What's been getting to you?", "I fell off the back porch steps and broke my wrist. It required surgery.", "I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you make a speedy recovery!", "Thanks! I feel like I am. I have double up on milk consumption haha.." ]

[ "When I was working for my last company_comma_ I used to travel a lot and frequently used to miss my family and friends", "You tend to feel really low when you travel frequently. I believe it's because you miss family & friends", "yes_comma_ especially if you travel a lot and for a long time. Is it for work?", "Yeah_comma_ it's mainly for client site assignments that I have to travel !", "Where do you go the most?", "It's always interesting to travel to Europe or the Western countries because you have a lot more to do! However quite often I have been travelling to Africa as well.", "That is nice! I wish I can go to those countries" ]

[ "Can't wait for my vacation to Las Vegas tomorrow", "In the other hand_comma_ I am excited to go to Vegas tomorrow", "Wow ! that sound's really awesome. I wish I could have gone there. But surely not for work !", "This is my first time going there. I want to try my luck", "I wish you all the best pal ! You will surely rock !" ]

[ "Last night_comma_ I dreamt that I was riding around the road on a motorcycle_comma_ and at one point almost fell of making a quick sharp turn. ", "Last night_comma_ I had ths crazy realistic dream that I was riding around on a motorcycle. At one point_comma_ I hit a quick sharp turn_comma_ and felt like I nearly had just fell off. It was so realistic and frightening. ", "Maybe something in your life makes you very stress. You should try to relax before go to sleep.", "Possibly_comma_ my dreams are often very confusing and or lonely. It is very sad. I think I need a lifestyle change_comma_ or am just too stressed at night. ", "You konw_comma_ sometimes consulting a psy is a good investment. Dont be afraid to do that." ]

[ "My boy just get is first job. I feel really proud of him.", "He just took his lunch box_comma_ have a last look at me and said : I hope they will be nice.", "That sounds very sad. I am very sorry to hear you experienced that. ", "Not sad at all. He was so happy_comma_ but of course a little bit anxious.", "Huh_comma_ I see. Well good for him!" ]

[ "I once told a co worker about an upcoming job promotion and they applied for it themselves_comma_ but also made me look bad in the process.", "That's terrible! I suppose sometimes things backfire_comma_ no matter how good our intentions are.", "What happened?", "They tried to make out I was bad at my job_comma_ that's the last time I'll give somebody a heads up at my own expense again.", "Oh_comma_ no. That's awful! Did you report something that had occurred at your job? ", "I sure did_comma_ thankfully I've been there a lot longer so they know me well enough.", "Yeah_comma_ that's good. It's hard to know whether to blow the whistle sometimes. It could always come back for you. I'm glad that it sounds like it worked out.", "It did_comma_ but it could have ended very badly for me or even have resulted in me losing my job.", "Yeah_comma_ navigating those sorts of things is treacherous_comma_ but as long as you know you're doing the right thing_comma_ that's all you can do. " ]

[ "My best friend and roommate got accepted into a competitive master's program in Chicago and broke our lease to leave. I felt stuck while he got off and do the things he wanted to do. He made me feel like I wasn't good enough anymore to be his friend. Meanwhile_comma_ I stayed in town and struggled to even finish my bachelor's while working a dead end job. ", "I lost my best friend last year when he moved to Chicago because he got accepted into a master's program_comma_ and he made me feel like our friendship meant nothing since he was going on to do bigger and better things. ", "That can be pretty hard to swallow_comma_ do you stay in touch? It's easier these days with the likes of social media. How do you fill that void?", "We don't really stay in touch anymore. He and his fiance invited me to their wedding_comma_ though. He's not a social media person_comma_ and I'm not either_comma_ so we've basically lost touch. I haven't filled the void_comma_ unfortunately_comma_ but I feel okay about it now. ", "That's such a shame_comma_ we grieve any kind of loss_comma_ I suppose. Perhaps the wedding would bring you closer together?", "Maybe it will. I'm not sure_comma_ but I feel more happy for him now than I do envious and hurt. So_comma_ whatever happens_comma_ happens. It's okay. ", "I hope it works out for you_comma_ life is too short. Fill your life with wonderful things and wonderful things will surely happen." ]

[ "I am so exited about the coming world cup final.", "I am so exited about the coming world cup final.It is going to be a very exiting game", "I'm not actually much of a soccer fan but the hype is hard to escape! ", "The world is the biggest sports competition worldwide_comma_ right after the Olympics.", "Yes_comma_ I'm aware_comma_ but i'm a much bigger hockey fan. ", "I do not like to watch hockey.You can't see the puck." ]

[ "I am so disgust at Donald Trump.", "I am so disgust at Donald Trump and his immigration policies. ", "I stand behind him. Compared to the rest of the world we are to easy on illegal immigrants and this is coming from a Mexican American. ", "It's coming form a traitor_comma_ you mean", "How so because I want everyone in this place to be safe? You need to google immigration in other parts of the world and you will realize how awesome it is here.", "I do not care about other parts of the world.I care about how my country treats immigrants.", "It's sad that you have such a small mind." ]

[ "One time i was at a party with friends. I for some reason thought people were driving in my car to the next place. Then ended up they weren't going in my car and i felt embarrassed yelling at them.", "So you ever get those moments when you look like a idiot for not understanding what someone meant earlier.", "It does happen sometimes. Has it ever occurred to you?", "Yeah when i was going to drive friends home i thought they were in my car at first but they wanted to ride on our way to the next place we were going.", "You must have felt terribly guilty when you realized! Happens to all of us" ]

[ "I studied really hard for my annual exam but did not get my desired grade. it left me very disappointed in myself. ", "I usually study hard and get my grades but sometimes it doesnt work out. ", "Brain just wants to work against you?", "Yep_comma_ basically my brain just abandoned me at the critical moment. I was so disappointed. ", "I would get that a lot in school back in the day i feel it's pretty normal to have those moments." ]

[ "I recently broke up with my girlfriend and i feel lonely.", "I recently broke up with my girlfriend and i feel so lonely.", "Oh_comma_ man. That's rough. I'm sorry. Are friends helping?", "They are trying_comma_ but they all are in relationships right now_comma_ so it is very difficult.", "Friends I know who have been through rough breakups often say that physical activity helps. That_comma_ and time. But still -- it's difficult!" ]

[ "I decided to I would buy a few lottery tickets. My luck is normally not all that great. I scratched the 3 lottery tickets I bought and won $50_comma_000!", "I won $50_comma_000 on one of the 3 scratch off tickets I recently bought!", "Holy smokes - thats unbelievable. I gave up on playing those scratch off games", "I know! I normally do not win so I could not believe it when I did!", "How often do you play?" ]

[ "I was traveling to my daughters new house at night and I was feeling a little anxious about not finding her house.", "I started feeling a little anxious when my GPS just shut off", "Were you using it to get to a specific place?", "yes_comma_ I was traveling to my daughters new house", "I hope you were able to get it turned right back on in order to have directions to get where you were going." ]

[ "I think the future will be brighter and conflicts between countries will be smoothed over.", "I'm hopefully that their will be peace in this world.", "I am hopeful as well_comma_ but because we are human beings_comma_ I doubt that will ever happen. There will always be the same old squabbles that have occurred since the dawn of man.", "True_comma_ just don't like how the world is inching toward a conflict that could spill over to a nuclear war.", "Yeah_comma_ sadly our world leaders are too focused on \"flexing\" instead of working towards creating a world that is sustainable and liveable for our grandchildren's children", "Exactly_comma_ its truly very sad times at the moment" ]

[ "It was a time of my life where i liked spooky things. I went into a abandoned house and i decided to spend the night. Well i started hearing noises and voices and i just was so scared i ran out the house.", "I went into the old abandoned house went and spent the night.", "That's sad. Sorry you had to go through that.", "Well i started hearing footsteps and voice it was so scary.", "I would have peed in my pants if i was there." ]

[ "The day I started working my first government IT Job was an exciting day for me.", "I started my first government job two years ago.", "How do you feel now after so long being there?", "It feels amazing to know that I've surpassed people that thought I would fail.", "That is a great feeling i bet! Good job man!" ]

[ "During Hurricane Irma last year_comma_ tarps_comma_ water_comma_ batteries and other supplies sold out way ahead of the storm. I managed to gather the things we needed over the course of the next week_comma_ ahead of the storm.", "Last year_comma_ we had a trying experience during Hurricane Irma_comma_ but came out OK.", "That must have been terrible. Were you okay?", " At first_comma_ there were no supplies. But yes_comma_ we ended up OK.", "I can imagine it must have been very distressing. Glad that you were OK.", "Thanks." ]

[ "My car broke down when I was travelling to work and I missed a very important meeting regarding my promotion. I was devastated.", "Ever have those days when everything just goes wrong?", "Yes_comma_ many. Would you like to tell me about it?", "Well if you're curious_comma_ I was on my way to work when my car broke down and I ended up missing a very important meeting about my promotion. I was devastated. ", "Surely you were able to explain that this was out of your control." ]

[ "During college_comma_ I was bullied.", "During college_comma_ I was bullied.", "That is terrible. Were you able to do anything about it?", "No_comma_ it was terrible period for me. There was sometime that could sleep a full night.", "Did you speak to a counselor_comma_ priest_comma_ or family member about it?" ]

[ "My family went on vacation and left me all alone.", "Last year_comma_ my family went on vacation and left me all alone.", "That is terrible. Did you feel lonely?", "Yes. I tried distracting myself with tv and internet_comma_ but i kept thinking of them.", "How long did you stay alone?", "Till they returned home. It was really a fairly bleak experience_comma_ and one which i am not anxious to repeat." ]

[ "I was really amazed to see my kid snowboarding so well during last winters ! Must say he's a quick learner.", "My kid was fast enough to be a master of snowboarding after taking only few lessons last winters! ", "That is pretty great! I am actually still a beginner with snowboarding.", "I believe the sooner you start the better it is ! It also depends upon your passion for the sport.", "I feel for me it's just getting to the slopes more often too.", "Yeah true. When did you start?" ]

[ "When i go to conventions i always want to be ready for anything. I pack a first aid kit and a lot of food. I always want to be ready for the worse at conventions but it can happen.", "So i like being prepared for a lot of different situations when i go to conventions.", "True ! Conventions give you an opportunity to learn as you never know what kind of situations will prop up", "Yeah_comma_ I think the most important thing to me is the first aid kit.", "Do you have a professional degree in first aid?" ]

[ "I'm predicting a very warm summer this year.", "I'm anticipating a very warm summer here in Dallas. ", "Texas does that to us! It helps we live in a place where air conditioning is the norm. Or do you like spending time out in the heat?", "No I hate you can't do anything outside and are trapped indoor its not nice. The only thing that I do is swim in my pool and cool off. ", "I know what you mean. It's like you have to dress for both the outside *and* the inside. That's great you have a pool in which to escape_comma_ though! " ]

[ "My apartment flooded in a storm about a month ago_comma_ and the contractor who is supposed to repair the damage has taken three weeks instead of the three days he said it would take to do the repairs.", "A few weeks ago_comma_ we had a terrible storm_comma_ and my apartment flooded.", "Oh no! Hopefully renters insurance covered it!", "None of my or the landlord's insurance covered the damage_comma_ so he's paying for the repairs out of pocket.", "Well that is terrible for him but I am glad at least some of it is being taken care of!", "Not really_comma_ the repairs were supposed to take three days_comma_ and it's taken over three weeks so far.", "Ugg I am sorry to hear that. Sometimes dealing with land lords is a tough business." ]

[ "I recently did a tour through my old high school and it brought back a lot of memories.", "I went back though my old high school as part of a reunion. It brought back many memories.", "Were they fond memories?", "Yeah_comma_ most of the were. I think we forget the awkward stuff. On the other hand_comma_ I'm not sure I would want to do it again.", "That's understandable. I hope everyone you know is doing well from back then!" ]

[ "By mistake_comma_ I saw an image of a car accident. I was disgusted.", "By mistake_comma_ I saw an image of a car accident. I was disgusted.", "Oh wow that sounds awful! was it graphic?", "Yes_comma_ the image keep coming back. Terrible.", "I'm so sorry you had to go through that." ]

[ "My boyfriend cheated on me while I was away visiting family.", "My boyfriend cheated on me while I was away visiting family. I was very angry and upset", "Sorry to hear about that. Did you ask him to move out of the house?", "No_comma_ we are working on sorting things out but I am still very hurt.", "Did you know the person who was with him?", "Yes_comma_ unfortunately" ]

[ "I was at a talent show and I saw a man playing an entire song by himself_comma_ he played the guitar_comma_ drums_comma_ and sang all at once_comma_ it was really crazy to see.", "Hey_comma_ I was at this talent show recently. I saw this guy playing a whole song by himself it was crazy.", "What song was it? Did you know it?", "Yeah it was Ride the Lightning by Metallica_comma_ which made it even more impressive because it's a very technical and fast song.", "Man that is crazy! Especially that song!" ]

[ "When my friends have computer troubles they come to me. I always have a way to fix up their computers. always ready and willing to help anyone though.", "I am pretty much the IT guy among my friends. Always ready to fix computers for them.", "I consider myself somewhat knowledgable about them too_comma_ it's very fulfilling being able to help other people with their problems sometimes.", "Yeah_comma_ you sorta feel like the specialist among your friends and loved ones.", "Yeah_comma_ sometimes it can be annoying though because they come to you with really easy problems to fix and you feel like they should know how to do it themselves." ]

[ "When I missed up a hit_comma_ but was told I could redo it to reverse the rejection.", "I missed up on something_comma_ but was told I could redo it", "Did you take that chance and redo it?", "Not yet I'm still waiting for the email with the new info", "I hope the email will bring you good news" ]

[ "My boyfriend kept me up all night when I had to work the next morning by playing video games", "I was tired the other day at work because my boyfriend kept me up all night. So annoying.", "I know that pain! Did he keep you up watching tv or video games?", "Video games! How did you know?", "Because mine does the same thing... If its not video games its the TV on full blast haha! Tell him you need your beauty sleep." ]

[ "My boss called to tell me that I would be receiving a package the next day_comma_ and that I should call her before opening it. I was really hoping that it was a special award that my company gives to deserving employees_comma_ but it turned out to be some personnel paperwork that she needed to go over with me. ", "My boss called me the other day to tell me I would be receiving a package the next day. No other info_comma_ but she told me not to open it until I called her.", "So have you gotten to open it yet??", "Yep! I was hoping it was a special award that my company give to deserving employees. Turns out it was just some HR paperwork that she needed to go over with me regarding my team. Boo!", "Wow! I would have told her to fill out the paperwork herself getting your hopes up like that." ]

[ "I accidentally ate a piece of cake that my mom made for my dad as a special gift_comma_ I felt pretty bad about it.", "So the other day I ate a piece of cake that my mom made for my dad as a gift_comma_ oops.", "Oh no! Well what he didn't know won't hurt him. Hopefully you can get a replacement.", "Unfortunately he walked in right as I took the last bite! Fortunately it all worked out so no harm done.", "Awww well I am glad he was understanding about it." ]

[ "I recently had to put my cat to sleep. It was an emotional day.", "I recently had to put my cat_comma_ Blackjack_comma_ to sleep. ", "Thats unfortunate. It is a difficult decision to make. Sometimes we are put in those situations and they take a toll on us.", "He was 15 and his kidneys were failing. It was really hard for me and my kids.", "I hope he is in a better place now. How did you have Blackjack for?", "Since he was 4 months old. It was so hard_comma_ but the right thing to do.", "So you all had relatively all his life. Yes_comma_ it was the right thing to do. Did you get another pet instead?" ]

[ "I was once in a grocery store and the fire alarm went off. A lady next to me had 2 kids with her and she asked me to carry one of her kids so we can escape the grocery store. I felt that she felt comfortable around me. ", "It was a hot summer day and the sirens went off in the grocery store. I was about to leave the grocery store until the lady next to me with 2 kids stopped me to ask if I can assist her. I carried one of her kids out of the grocery store. It seemed that she felt comfortable around me. ", "Wow! You must have a very trusting face! That was very nice of you to help her.", "I like to help others! It was not an easy thing to do_comma_ but it seemed like it was the right thing to do. ", "It definitely was! How old do you think her kids were?", "I think once was 4 and the other was 2. I helped her with the 4 year old. " ]

[ "I am afraid of the upcoming economic crisis in the USA", "I am afraid of the upcoming economic crisis in the USA.It will affect all of us.", "I almost don't want to talk about it_comma_ you know? Are you doing anything to try to move from a place of fear to one of preparation or opportunity?", "yes. I am saving all i can for when the storm comes.", "Good for you. And I hope you have moments of joy while you prepare for that?", "I don't get to have moments of joy in those situations." ]

[ "Last year_comma_ i went to a restaurant and they had a pinball machine.", "Last year_comma_ i went to a restaurant and they had a pinball machine.", "Did you play it?", "I did. It took me back to my childhood.", "That sounds so fun! I\"m glad you enjoyed it!", "When i was a child_comma_ i would steal dollars from my brother's coin collection and go to the arcade." ]

[ "I saw a homeless man sweating in the sun the other day and it made me thankful for what I have.", "I saw a homeless man sweating in the sun the other day.", "I imagine that made you feel empathetic to his plight.", "I was empathetic. It also make me feel thankful for my blessings.", "Please tell me that you gave him some money to help him out." ]

[ "I was looking forward to spending time with my friend Megan today_comma_ but I had to put it off again because I fell ill this morning.", "I made plans to spend time with my friend Megan today_comma_ and unfortunately_comma_ I had to reschedule yet again.", "That's unfortunate. Do you like her?", "Of course_comma_ she's my best friend. I just feel bad that I had to bail on her for the third time in a row.", "I am sorry. Did you set up another day to hang out?", "I'm taking her out to breakfast when she gets off work Sunday morning. Time to see what this IHOB is all about!" ]

[ "I went to a new restaurant with friends I hadn't seen in a long time.", "The other day I met up with some friends I hadn't seen in a while", "What did you and your friends do on that day?", "We went to a new restaurant none of us had ever been to. It was fun!", "That does sound fun! Was the food good?" ]

[ "I was attacked in the street by someone who stealed my bag. I was so scared that I had a panic attack.", "I was attacked in the street by someone who stole my bag. I was so scared that I had a panic attack.", "Oh no_comma_ did you report it to the police?", "Yes_comma_ I did but I am still shocked.", "I have some hot chocolate that can help calm you down a bit." ]

[ "I let my friend borrow my car last year and I got a call later that night that he crashed it and totaled it_comma_ man I was crushed by that experience.", "So last year I let my friend borrow my car_comma_ and that night he ended up crashing and totaling it. I was crushed.", "No! THAT is painful! He must have felt awful! Did he have insurance to cover anything?", "Well I had insurance_comma_ but he was driving so it wasn't covered. He's been paying me back bit by bit.", "I am so sorry! But he does sound like a true friend if he's actively paying you back!" ]

[ "When the Washington Capitals won the Stanley Cup i was in such great spirits. I ran into the streets of DC celebrating. I couldn't believe this was happening.", "So lately my most fun experience I've had was when the Capitals won the Stanley cup finally.", "That is exciting when your team wins_comma_ have you always been a hockey fan?", "Yep since i was 3! Was a nice time the streets of DC flooded with people celebrating a championship finally for the team.", "That is awesome! I am from Chicago_comma_ so when the cubs won the world series I felt the same way. " ]

[ "When my daughter was born I was so happy and excited.", "When my daughter was born I was so happy and excited. ", "I bet! always good when new life is born.", "Yes_comma_ she is the first granddaughter in our family. Every one was excited to finally have a girl after all boys. ", "Oh that must be a handful for your parents." ]

[ "I recently found out my mom was very sick. SHe has stage 4 liver cirrhosis.", "I recently found out my mom was very sick.", "I am sorry to hear that.I hope she gets better.", "She won't. It is stage 4 liver cirrhosis. I'm pretty distraught about it.", "That is horrible news.Your family should make sure she gets comfortable on her last moments." ]

[ "I am impress by the fact that Croatia is in the world cup final.", "I am impress by the Croatian team.They beat England and got to the world cup final.", "Wow I did not know that!", "It was a huge upset.The England team was the favorite.", "Oh no. Were you upset as well?", "No.I do not care about England." ]

[ "I applied to a very interesting fellowship last year at the NNSA. I had applied the year before that and had an interview and wasn't given the position. This time I thought for sure I was going to get it but I didn't even get an interview. I was so sad. ", "Have you ever been really disappointed?", "Of course! I'm human! ;-) Beyond the disappointments_comma_ I think it's how we respond that defines us_comma_ you know?", "For sure! Last year I was really hoping to get this one fellowship but it didn't pan out...but I got back up and kept on working hard!", "Probably even harder! Is there another fellowship you have your eye on?", "Not for now_comma_ decided to finish up my PhD...it'll be tough but I think I can be done in 1 year or so!", "Oh_comma_ sending you all the best vibes! And congratulations ahead of time_comma_ Doctor!" ]

[ "I was once was very nervous and scared when I thought my girlfriend was pregnant. Waiting to find out was what got me so scared. I found out that she wasn't and everything was okay. ", "I thought my girlfriend was pregnant recently. ", "Oh really? How did that make you feel_comma_ honestly?", "It made me feel very scared not knowing what would happen. ", "I can imagine. The unknown can be very scary and make you worry." ]

[ "I was once really embarrassed on a date with a girl. I tripped and fell flat on my face!", "One time on a date I tripped right at the end and fell right on my face...the worst", "Oh no! Was it a first date? Or had you been out with this person before?", "It was a third date! But now I have been with her for the past 2.5 years :) So it wasn't too bad!", "That's so sweet. Do you laugh about the situation now together?", "Yep we have definitely told the story to a bunch of our friends and just laugh about it!" ]

[ "I had a great day at work today; I really killed it!", "I had a great day at work today! We are working on some pretty complex accounting_comma_ and I've had to do a lot of prep at night. ", "That's really awesome_comma_ what makes it so complex?", "There are many different variables that need to be taken into account-- things that I don't usually deal with on a day to day basis. But my extra prep at night has made it so that it's seeming easy.", "Well that's really great that you were able to prepare so much_comma_ obviously you know what you're doing! Do you usually have to prep so much?", "Not usually; this is an unusual case!" ]

[ "One night_comma_ i hugged my wife and told her i loved her. I went to work and got a big raise. I rushed home to tell her. When i got home_comma_ all of the furniture_comma_ my wife and kids were gone.", "One night_comma_ i hugged my wife and told her i loved her", "Aww! That's so sweet! How long have you been married?", "I went to work and got a big raise. I rushed home to tell her. ", "That's very exciting! Congratulations on your raise!", "When i got home_comma_ all of the furniture_comma_ my wife and kids were gone." ]

[ "I was babysitting my 2 year old nephew and he tried to dive off the couch headfirst onto the floor. I caught him by one leg.", "The other day I was babysitting my 2 year old nephew and he tried to do a flip off the couch headfirst onto the floor!", "Please tell me you caught him!! That is awful!!", "I did! By one leg! Three inches before his head hit the tile! I almost had a heart attack!", "You almost gave me a heart attack with that story!!" ]

[ "My coworkers threw a party for me recently for my birthday. This was very unexpected.", "My coworkers threw a party for me recently.", "That was very nice of them. Was it for a special occasion?", "My birthday. I didn't even think they liked me.", "Well_comma_ now you know they do! That was very thoughtful of them." ]

[ "I recently thought I saw a ghost in my house. It was horrifying to me.", "I recently thought I saw a ghost in my house.", "Where did you see it? ", "My bedroom! I was horrified!", "I bet_comma_ what did it look like?" ]

[ "I was felt this way when I failed passing to the 10th grade.", "I had a really difficult time handling the 10th grade.", "What made it so difficult?", "Well I think the teachers in my state don't care enough to teach in a way that I understood.", "Did you tell the teacher then we know atleast you had tried." ]

[ "I am so happy that France is going to the final of the soccer world cup", "I am so happy that France is going to the final of the soccer world cup", "Wonderful! Your team I guess? That's exciting!", "It is exciting. It is not my prefered team but I like the way they play.", "It's great you give them the respect for that_comma_ your team or not! When is the Final?" ]

[ "I have a big meeting coming up soon_comma_ and even though I am pretty well prepared_comma_ I can't help feeling like this is a big risk.", "I have a huge meeting coming up soon at work.", "What is it about?", "it is for a major project that I am leading. I am fairly well prepared_comma_ but I just don't know for sure how it is going to go.", "Sounds like you will likely do well. Do you expect any problems with other people?" ]

[ "I was so surprized on the night of my graduation my parents bought me a new car!", "I think the best day of my life was when i got a car for graduation. The day started with my mom giving me hints and such. I was wondering but thought it wasnt possible so I just refocused.", "That's so sweet and fortunate that she was able to do that for you. I wish I could do that.", "It was so geb=nerous and unexpected. Im sure you can give in ways people will love.", "You're right_comma_ and I do all of the time. What kind of car did you get?", "A saturn", "I remember those cars! How long did it last you?" ]

[ "Recently my refrigerator broke. I had to throw away all of my food and spend $1400 on a new one.", "I was so upset the other day. I came home and my refrigerator was broken.", "That is such a stressful thing to come home to!", "Yes. Not only did I have to pay $1400 for a new one_comma_ I had to throw away all my food. ", "I am so sorry you had to go through that!" ]

[ "I went back to my home state to visit. It made me think of the past.", "I recently went back to my home state to visit.", "Oh how nice! Did you get to visit with friends and family?", "Yes I did. It made me think of the past. It was bittersweet.", "I'll bet. It's always nice to visit_comma_ but it can be hard to say goodbye." ]

[ "I felt this way when my father bought me a Super Nintendo for my 9th birthday. We were very poor so it was unexpected!", "I was so thrilled with my gift for my 9th birthday! ", "You still remember what you got for it? It must have been memorable! What was it?", "It sure was. It was a Super Nintendo which was epic because we were very poor back then. ", "Oh I know that feeling! My family was the same way_comma_ and I still remember coming home after my last day of 6th grade and seeing that same SNES box sitting on my bed." ]

[ "I stayed up later than I had planned last night and had one too many beers_comma_ so I had to call out at work today since the hangover was that bad.", "I had way too many beers last night_comma_ and stayed up a lot later than I had planned.", "Oh wow_comma_ what time did you end up getting to bed?", "Probably just before 6am_comma_ and I had to wake up for work at 9:30_comma_ so needless to say_comma_ I called out this morning. ", "I know the feeling too well! Hopefully you get a good's night rest tonight. ", "I hope so_comma_ too! And no beer tonight!" ]

[ "I am old. I am seperated from my wife. I live far from my children. For pragmatoic reasons I am the one that can file for divorce. I do not want to die alone.", "I am old and in good health_comma_ but death is around the corner.", "You shouldn't think about death! Take each day as it comes", "That is riduculous. Death is inevitible.", "Thinking like that seems stressful", "Of course_comma_ but unavoiable. Death is not really the concern_comma_ but dying." ]

[ "I was turned down an assistant training position at work. For the past 4 years I have scored higher than the actual head trainer on this test. ", "I didnt get the assistant training position at my job_comma_ even though I have done better than the head trainer himself on the yearly test_comma_ 4 years in a row!", "Life is like that. It is not what you know but who you know.", "yup_comma_ guess I need to practice my butt kissing ", "No need to kiss butt. Maintain your integrity and enjoy life on it's terms." ]

[ "I remember when I won my first Starcraft match.", "I couldn't believe it! When the battle started to swing my way I remember starting to get that feeling that I may win.", "What battle? What were you doing?", "I was playing 1v1 Starcraft on the competitive ladder.", "Is that a video game?" ]

[ "I had to give a speech at work and I completely forgot what I was saying. Everyone started laughing.", "I had to give a speech at work and I forgot what I was saying right in the middle.", "That's never fun. Did you have any notes to help you remember?", "No I did not_comma_ and everyone laughed at me. It was terrible.", "That wasn't very nice of them. It's quite common to forget things. Hopefully next time you remember!" ]

[ "I recently started in vitro treatments in hopes of getting pregnant. I have been trying forever.", "I recently started in vitro treatments in hopes of getting pregnant.", "Wow_comma_ I'm sure it will work. I've very hopeful for you.", "Thank you. Seems like I've been trying forever with no success.", "My wife and I have been together for 12 years_comma_ tried years ago and nothing. Waited a while and then started trying again and we got it. Fate has a funny way of working out." ]

[ "I was so excited to go to Universal Studios in Orlando this summer!", "I got free tickets and a gift card to buy dinner!", "That is great. With who are you going?", "I went with a bunch of people from my school.", "That is great." ]

[ "I am stressed by my blood test results that I will receive tomorrow.", "I am stressed by my blood test results that I will have tomorrow.", "Wow. What do you think will happen?", "I am afraid that I could have some sugar issues.", "Well make sure you listen to your Dr.'s advice!" ]

[ "I recently applied for a job after being out of the workforce for 13 years. I'm hoping I get it!", "I recently applied for a job after being out of the workforce for 13 years!", "Congratulations!!! That can be both exciting and terrifying? Where are you on that spectrum? ;-)", "I'm so excited! But a little scared too. I hope I get it!", "I am sending you all the best vibes. Is it in a field you've worked in before?", "Thank you! It's a customer service job_comma_ which I've done_comma_ but in a different industry.", "Happily_comma_ a lot of employers seem to be willing to extrapolate that if you had talents in one industry_comma_ they'd apply to another. You can always learn about different subjects; you can't always learn how to bring that special spark that customer service needs. Best of luck!" ]