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[ "I was so let down when i didnt get the last job i applied for.", "I was so let down when i didnt get the last job i applied for..", "I've been in that boat. What do you think the issue was?", "Its hard to know. If I had to guess I couldnt unfortunately.", "That stinks. I've been interviewing also. I had two places call me back for three interviews and then no offer. So I feel ya. Just keep looking." ]

[ "I was caring when I helped someone move out of their house", "I had to help my friend move out of their house", "how did that go? ", "It went ok_comma_ i was tired after", "Was it a long move? ", "Not really no" ]

[ "When i was younger i didn't have many friends. Would just sit at my computer and was afraid to make friends. Was okay at time but just never felt good.", "I didn't have any friends when i was younger.", "Why didn't you have any friends? ", "Well i was socially awkward due to my learning disability at the time. I would also just sit at my computer and play games.", "What games did you play at the time?" ]

[ "My friend who I grew up with recently died. It was tragic and unexpected", "My friend who I grew up with recently passed away.", "Sorry to hear that_comma_ what happened? ", "A car accident. It was pretty tragic and terrible.", "That's awful_comma_ people need to be more careful" ]

[ "I cheated on my boyfriend one time. I highly regretted it.", "I cheated on my boyfriend once.", "Did you tell him_comma_ or did he find out?", "I told him and I felt horrible and terrible for my actions.", "Awe_comma_ I am sorry. In those instances_comma_ nobody wins. I hope you guys came out of it stronger than before" ]

[ "I was doing a team effort_comma_ andf my team did well", "I was doing a team thing_comma_ and we won so i was happy", "what was the team activity? ", "We had to do a presentation for a job", "I'm happy it went well for you!" ]

[ "Yesterday at the doctors I had to get a shot. The worse part was the anticipation while waiting for what seemed like forever for them to come in and give it to me. It was emotionally draining.", "Yesterday I went to the doctor and had to get a shot.", "What is your health issue?", "I am having shoulder pain from an injury 7-8 years ago. He decided I should have a cortisone shot.", "Sorry to hear that. I have same issues with my knees." ]

[ "I broke my coworker statue", "I broke my coworker statue which was on her desk. I feel so bad about it.", "Oh no_comma_ were you able to tell her you did it?", "Yes but there is no way to replace that statue. It was a sentimental object for her", "Ugh_comma_ I'm sure that was hard. I'm sorry you had to go through that." ]

[ "I feel this way everytime I see my brother's girlfriend. She's a racist disgusting human being and I feel sick everytime I see her. ", "I really dislike people that don't have kindness and have hate in their hearts. ", "I SO agree. I would not want to live like that. And it's one thing if they're only affecting themselves -- but when it's aimed at others -- the worst.", "I know!.My brother's sister is a very negative person who dislikes a lot of people for no reason!", "Isn't that weird? I mean it takes *energy* to be that negative! Does your brother feel that too? Or just can't/won't see it?" ]

[ "My mom recently completed radiation and surgery for breast cancer. I'm so thankful she had great doctors.", "My mom just completed seven weeks of radiation treatments for breast cancer!", "How is she feeling?", "She's feeling great! I'm so thankful she had such great doctors to treat her!", "That's terrific. Hopefully she continues to get better and better. " ]

[ "I saw my boyfriend commenting on another girl's facebook photos. It made me feel insecure.", "I saw my boyfriend commenting on another girls Facebook photos.", "How did that make you feel", "I was very jealous and angry_comma_ insecure.", "Did you confront him" ]

[ "I broke my phone", "I broke my phone", "OH I am sorry to hear that. How?", "I dropped it lol", "Oh no! I hope you can fix it!" ]

[ "I recently studied very hard for a final exam for college. It was hard but worth it.", "I recently studied very hard for a final exam", "I remember those days_comma_ what subject?", "Physics. It was hard but very worth it. ", "It sounds hard! What grade did you get?" ]

[ "I do miss the 2000's ", "I do miss the last decade.I was adolescent and had a lot of fun.", "I have the same feeling but for the last 90s and early 2000's. Being an adult is no fun.", "No_comma_ it's not.Al responsabilities and no fun. I wish i was Peter Pan.", "Yes or rich. When I was a kid I wanted to grow up. Now that I'm old I want to be a kid again." ]

[ "I was unsure about letting my son go to a sleepover since we didn't know the family very well. It was hard to decide what to do.", "My son was invited for a sleepover but we don't know the host family very well.", "Did you decline? I would not feel very comfortable until i got to know the family. ", "Yes_comma_ and it was hard to decide because my son really wanted to go. But you can't just trust anybody these days.", "I agree_comma_ you made the right choice. And it gives you time to get to know the hosts before a future sleepover!" ]

[ "I was on maternity leave but still working from home some. My boss would call and scream at me about things that happened while I wasn't even there.", "While I was on maternity leave_comma_ I worked from home a little bit. I don't think my boss liked it very much though.", "Oh_comma_ well that isn't fair of your boss! Most people wouldn't work at all while are maternity leave_comma_ he should be grateful!", "You would think_comma_ but he would literally yell at me over the phone about things that happened when I wasn't even there.", "Well_comma_ sounds like your boss is stressed out too much and taking it out on you! Maybe he needs a long break!" ]

[ "The other day I found out that LeBron James joined the Lakers instead of going to Houston or staying in Cleveland!", "I stayed up until midnight and watched ESPN to see who would acquire him. I thought he would end up staying in Cleveland.", "Do you mean LeBron James? I was hoping he'd come to Miami!", "Yes I do! Wow_comma_ if he went to Miami that would've been crazy! ", "I wish he would have! The Heat can use his help! Haha!" ]

[ "My husband bought tickets for us to see the Pittsburgh Steelers in Jacksonville for my birthday. I was shocked! I can't wait!", "I was so shocked that my husband bought me tickets to see my favorite NFL team_comma_ the Steelers_comma_ in Jacksonville!", "That must've been awesome. I've only been to one NFL game and it was wild!", "The game is in November! I've never been to an NFL game! I was so shocked that he bought the tickets!", "I can imagine! I remember finding out I got free tickets to Disney World one time_comma_ I was ecstatic." ]

[ "My apartment was robbed..", "My apartment was robbed. I was totaly devastated by seeing the damages and what was stolen.", "Wow I am so sorry. That had to be so scary. Were the cops able to find any evidence?", "No_comma_ they were totaly useless", "man I was hoping they would be able to help in some way! I hope they didn't take anything to personal!" ]

[ "My husband and I went to dinner. We were looking at photos of our kids when they were little. It amazes me that one is already 18 and the other is just 2 short years away from being an adult also.", "My husband and I went to dinner tonight and were looking at pictures of our kids when they were really little.", "How sweet! How old are they now?", "They are 18 and almost 16_comma_ they say the days go by so slow but the years fly by - and they are right. I can't believe they are not that little anymore.", "This is true for me as well_comma_ I have a 17 and 19 years old. I can't believe it_comma_ and just turned 40 on the 5th." ]

[ "I am very scared of the ocean.", "I hate the ocean. I am very scared.", "That's..intriguing. Is there any particular reason why you're scared of the ocean?", "I almost drowned once when I was little.", "Really? Same..I was about 5 in the deep end by myself. How old were you?" ]

[ "I tried online dating the first time on POF. The girl was decent looking in the photos. But when I met her in real life she was a bombshell.", "I tried OkCupid last year for the first time...the first girl I met was decent in the pictures_comma_ but turned out to be a bombshell in person...", "I do not like OkCupid.", "Okay buddy what do you like", "I prefer Tinder." ]

[ "I am jealous of Brad Pitt.", "I wish I was Brad Pitt.", "I wish i was Chris Pratt but why do you wanna be \"The Pitt\"", "He makes a lot of money and is famous.", "This is very true_comma_ But would you want to be bugged by people all the time." ]

[ "One Christmas i was really into the holiday season. I was a kid at the time and well i didn't expect my parents to buy me certain gifts. Ended up i got both Pokemon games and went crazy happy from the gift.", "So when i got Pokemon for christmas was i was a kid i was so surprised i lost my mind i was so happy and hyper.", "I love Pokemon.", "Nice_comma_ They also got it on recording so you just see me screaming \"POKEMON! POKEMON!\"", "Cool. I liked Pokemon blue." ]

[ "I get mad when I fail at school.", "When I fail at school I get so mad.", "Why do you fail? Do you not study?", "I do study but I am not smart.", "No one is smart until they learn to be smart. We are all born with brains but not smarts. We must gain smarts." ]

[ "I wish I was Donald Trump. His life is amazing.", "I wish I was Donald Trump. His life is amazing.", "You can be the next trump if you work hard.", "I hope so. I want to be rich like him.", "You have to work hard and get good at somehting." ]

[ "I cried when my grandma died.", "I cried all day when my grandma died.", "I'm sorry to hear that. You two were close?", "Yes. I visited her every summer.", "I did the same with mine. I lived with her during the summers and went home when school started back." ]

[ "I snapped at a sales lady for not honoring the price of something that was not labeled correctly. She ended up being very nice and helpful. I was embarrassed with how I acted.", "Ugh_comma_ I was so embarrassed with myself the other day for snapping at a sales lady.", "Hey_comma_ it happens sometimes. What was the situation?", "I wanted to purchase an item that was marked wrong and she refused to honor the posted price. I thought it was shady_comma_ but she ended up being so nice and helpful. I felt so bad.", "Trust me I've been there! Some days are better than others. Did you apologize?" ]

[ "Most people in the 90's loved Michael Jordan_comma_ but he always beat my favorite team in the finals.", "I remember when Jordan hit that game winning shot against my Utah Jazz in the late 90's. Still can't believe it.", "I know that must have been so disappointing!", "We would beat them in the regular season over and over but when it came to the finals and specifically the 98' finals_comma_ the Bulls just ruined any chance the Jazz had.", "Well there will always be other chances for this match up to play out again." ]

[ "My husband is an over the road truck driver and we have to spend a lot of time apart. Despite this_comma_ we always make the best effort to comfort each other and sow how much we love one another.", "My husband is an over the road truck driver and I dont get to see him a lot.", "I'm sorry to hear that. It must be difficult to be away from the one you love.", "Yes. We have been blessed to be able to comfort each other through the tough times.", "I'm glad to hear that. I wish you continued love and success with your marriage. It's a rare gift to have these days." ]

[ "My friend Phil really bugs me.", "My friend Phil really bugs me.", "Does he have good characteristics too_comma_ or is he just annoying all the time?", "He is a nice guy but talks too much.", "Does he at least have interesting things to say when he talks?" ]

[ "When my father didn't show up for my Soccer game i wasn't happy with him. He rather of sat in a SEARs and watch TV where he forgot he had to get to my game.", "So my father has done some dumb things. He missed a soccer game once and i was just not happy with him.", "Sorry to hear that. Do you play soccer", "Not anymore_comma_ I play Hockey more which he would show up to those games.", "Oh cool. Maybe he was more of a hockey fan", "He is honestly", "How long have you been playing" ]

[ "I used to be scared of talking to girls. Now for some reason I've been able to strike up conversations and get phone numbers from really attractive women.", "Before I sucked at talking to girls...now I'm getting numbers left and right", "Yeah when you break that fear from asking life gets A LOT better.", "For sure. Are you female or male", "I am a male so it was hard at first to do that since most girls do want some assertive guys." ]

[ "I wish I never lied to my dad.", "I wish I never lied to my dad.", "I'm sure you had a good reason. What was it about?", "About my test score at school.", "Why would you lie about that? It couldn't have been that bad? " ]

[ "Our family is getting together for our family reunion next weekend. Im' glad that we are all still coming together since we didn't have one last year.", "We are having our family reunion this weekend. It should be a lot of fun", "I love family reunions.", "I'm gald we are doing it because we didn't have one last year. I proud that we can overcome our difference and hang out.", "Thats great. Where did you meet?", "My dad's side of my family.", "That's great. Where did you meet?" ]

[ "I was embarrassed when I fell at school.", "I feel at school in front of the whole class." ]

[ "I listened to a song the other day that reminded me of the past. It made me feel odd.", "I listened to a song the other day that reminded me of the past.", "What song was it?", "Glycerine by Bush. It made me feel odd_comma_ like I was in the past. ", "I've never heard of it_comma_ is it from the 80's?" ]

[ "My parents always taught me the value of patience. A couple of Christmases ago I woke up on xmas eve to see if gifts were there but there was nothing...then the next day I got an xbox 360", "When I was 7 I was always the first to check for gifts under the tree on Christmas Eve. I was disappointed when there was nothing there...but the next morning woke up to an Xbox 360", "I have a Xbox 360.", "That's cool. What are your favorite games mine are COD MWII and madden", "I love Madden." ]

[ "I know I will pass my English class.", "I know I will pass my English class.", "Cool. What makes you so confident", "I have studied and know the material.", "Nice. gotta love easy credit when you put in the work" ]

[ "I wish I was Batman.", "I wish I was Batman. He is cool.", "He is cool. I would settle for a British butler. Is he your favorite super hero?", "Yes not even close. He is the best.", "I really like Batman too_comma_ Christian Bale is my favorite Batman. " ]

[ "I am ready for my vacation.", "I am ready for my vacation.", "So exciting! Where are you going again?", "I am going to Australia.", "Whoa! That's incredible! I've never even been out of the country. Who are you going with again?" ]

[ "I have always been loyal to my Girlfriend. She means so much to me and when some others tried to rip me from her to get me i told them to go away and removed them from my life.", "I always feel loyality is the strongest thing in a relationship.", "I agree completely.", "My girlfriend makes me so happy just why would i want to destroy that.", "Where did you meet her?" ]

[ "I was surprised I enjoy the movie IT.", "I really enjoyed IT_comma_ I was surprised.", "The movie or Information Technology?", "The movie. It was really good.", "I liked it a lot too_comma_ Can't wait for the next part of it." ]

[ "I am ready for school to start.", "I am ready for school to start.", "Me too! When do you start school?", "In August_comma_ when do you?", "August as well. What are you studying?" ]

[ "I am so mad at my son. I asked him three times to do his chores and he still hasn't done them.", "I am so mad at my son. ", "What did he do?", "I asked him three times today to do his chores and they still aren't done. I don't know what I have to do to make him listen.", "Did you try to bribe him?" ]

[ "My husband brought me a present for my birthday. It was a iphone 8 and i love it", "My husband brought me a birthday present last month that I was very excited to receive", "What did he buy you?", "An iPhone 8! I sooo needed a new one_comma_ I've been using a 5 for years and it would barely hold a charge. I really like the 8.", "I have an iphone7.", "I think I'm going to get my girls a 7 for Christmas. They are at that age that they are no longer into toys and really just want money LOL!" ]

[ "I wish I was Elon Musk.", "I wish I was Elon Musk.", "I've heard his net worth is like $20.9 billion dollars!! I wish I was him too - LOL!", "Yes and started SpaceX.", "If I were to travel to Mars_comma_ it would be with him!" ]

[ "I loved my dogs so much. But one dog i loved was Watson and he lived til he was 18. He was the one thing i cared about in this world at a time.", "People caring is good but i will say i have never cared as much for a creature than my first dog.", "I can totally relate. Dogs are better than most people. What kid of dog was it?", "He was a Dachshund lived til he was 18. I miss him still. ", "I'm sorry. Dogs take a piece of our hearts when they go. 18 years is a very long life for a dog_comma_ I bet you had a lot of great times together!" ]

[ "I am pretty competitive. So when I saw a guy from my old high school post videos of him deadlifting 335lbs and getting attention from some hot chicks I went to the gym and had my buddy record a video of me benching 350lbs. I posted it and felt better", "When I saw a guy on facebook post a video of himself deadlifting 335lbs and getting attention from some cute girls...I had my buddy record me bench pressing 350lbs which is way harder...and felt much better after that", "Wow_comma_ you are strong.", "Thanks. Been doing it for 3 years_comma_ but anyone can get there!", "What do you eat to be so strong?", "Anything and everything. No lie" ]

[ "I am ready to visit Fenway Park.", "I am ready to visit Fenway Park.", "That's cool. I'm still a Boston boy...lived in Lowell_comma_ MA in 4-5th grade", "That is cool. Have you been to Fenway Park?", "No I want to though. Did you score tickets or something" ]

[ "I was scared when I was on a vacation to Mexico_comma_ after hearing about the crime there.", "I took a vacation to Mexico_comma_ but was scared to go anywhere because of the crime in the area.", "Oh_comma_ I'm sorry to hear that. Did you stay in the capital?", "I'm not sure_comma_ I think it was Cozmuzel or something like that", "Oh no! Next time_comma_ make sure you go to Mexico City! It's a blast! Besides_comma_ Cozumel isn't really that dangerous at all." ]

[ "At work_comma_ my coworker are suprised how confident I am in beeing able to achieve difficult taks.", "At work_comma_ my coworker are suprised how confident I am in being able to achieve difficult taks.", "That's great! It's important to have confidence in yourself and your abilities at work to be successful. It's a good example to set for your coworkers too!", "Thanks I appreciate. It is my manager that is happy", "Well_comma_ that's the most important one to make sure is happy! Good for you!" ]

[ "After living in my home for 19 years_comma_ I'm remodeling my kitchen! It's so much fun to pick everything out!", "I've lived in my house for 19 years and I'm finally remodeling my kitchen!", "I can relate - we've been in our house 18 years and have yet to do anything. What style are you doing it in?", "We are picking out stainless steel appliances_comma_ white cabinets and quartz countertops. It's so much fun to pick everything out!", "I bet you are having a blast!!! How long do you think the renovations will take until you are done?" ]

[ "I was very sick when my first daughter was born. My sister came and stayed for two weeks to help us out.", "I was very sick when our first daughter was born. I developed HELLP syndrome with her and was in the hospital for 7 days.", "Oh_comma_ that's terrible!! What is HELLP syndrome?", "It's basically when eclampsia progresses to the point that your blood doesn't clot and your organs start shutting down. I had to stay 7 days past her birth to get my blood to start clotting again. My sister came down and stayed for 2 weeks to help us out.", "Thank goodness she was able to come_comma_ but that must have been so scary! I hope you're okay now!" ]

[ "I went to work one day and all the management had been fired to my surprise_comma_ we had the option to stay or leave with severance pay.", "It was such a streeful way to start the day_comma_ with no prior notice to the management change_comma_ and there firing.", "I've been there when a new company bought us out. How did you handle it? ", "We were giving the choice to stay or leave with severance package_comma_ I was so nervous and it was on the spot_comma_ I didnt know what to do at first.", "That sounds stressful. At least they offered severance." ]

[ "I yelled at my Girlfriend once about not saving money. She cried and i shouldn't of bee so harsh on her. Made me feel real bad about it.", "So i yelled at my girl once and now thinking back it was so dumb of me to do that._comma_", "Emotions run high - we all say things we don't mean. What happened?", "She had a bunch of medical bills and she never saved money most the time. I just got annoyed about it.", "Honestly_comma_ you got to pick one or the other. I can see how you were frustrated_comma_ but I'm glad you realize you shouldn't have yelled." ]

[ "I wish I had friends.", "I wish I had friends.", "Why is that? Is there something wrong with you?", "I do not think so but I am shy.", "You should work on that.Be a better version of yourself." ]

[ "I am so angry at Donald Trump.", "I am so angry at Donald Trump because he order the separation of children from their parents.", "I love Donald Trump.", "There must be something wrong with your soul_comma_ then.", "No_comma_ he lowered my taxes." ]

[ "I wish I was taller.", "I wish I was taller.", "My husband has that issue. Are you shorter than average?", "No I am 6 foot but want to be 6'6.", "I've heard of people trying to hang upside down for hours a day to lengthen themselves. Not that I think it works_comma_ but apparently many people would like to be taller." ]

[ "Some so-called friends sent me anonymous love-notes in middle school. When I found out it was them doing it and not an actual boy_comma_ I was very very upset.", "I had some girls in middle school that were very very mean to me - the epitome of mean girls.", "That isn't cool. Are you ok?", "Yeah_comma_ but they really made an impression I guess. They pretended to be a boy that liked me and sent me notes and even a stuffed animal on Valentines. Then told me it was them - can you imagine!?", "That is mean. Girls can be mean sometimes." ]

[ "I was afraid during the earthquake.", "I was afraid during the earthquake.", "That's understandable was it strong? ", "Yes a 4.0", "Wow_comma_ impressive. Was it your first? " ]

[ "I cried when the Jonas brothers broke up.", "I cried when The Jonas brothers broke up.", "really?? I could not care less.", "Yes. I love their music.", "I am more like a rock and roll type of guy myself." ]

[ "I am so proud of my wife.", "I am so proud of my wife. .She got a huge promotion at work.", "Where does she work?", "She works at a marketing Company.She is very talented.", "Thats cool. I went to school for marketing." ]

[ "One of my favorite restaurants that I frequent weekly was just shut down by the health department. I can't imagine how gross the kitchen must be!", "I was so grossed out! One of my favorite restaurants that I go to every week was just shut down by the health department!", "What score did they get?", "I'm not sure but the report said there were over 20 bugs found. Can you imagine how gross the kitchen must be?", "Yes. I wouldn't go back." ]

[ "I am happy my brother went to the MLB.", "I am happy my brother plays in the MLB.", "He does?! So exciting! What team does he play for?", "He plays for the New York Yankees.", "They are doing really well this season! You must be so proud!" ]

[ "I found my lugage broken and objects where stolen", "At the airport_comma_ I found my luggage broken and objects where stolen", "That must have been stressful. Did you report it?", "Yes_comma_ I filed a complain. I was so angry that could control my temper when I was talking to the agent.", "Are they going to accept responsibility and buy you new items? " ]

[ "I ripped my pants during the school play.", "I ripped my pants during the school play.", "Oh man that sucks...I'd be really embarrassed", "Yes the whole school laughed.", "Sorry to here that. Just curious are you male or female" ]

[ "As I've gotten older I've learned to highly value my own culture and ethnic identity. I am First Generation Filipino and even though I've lived everywhere I still feel connected to my ancestors. I am from Royal Blood_comma_ the Maharlika meaning \"Chosen by the most high\". I feel like my family and I are among the last ones.", "I am from Royal Filipino Blood_comma_ the \"Maharlika\" meaning Chosen by the most high. Even though my country's been degraded for centuries by greedy colonizers I'm still repping my royal kin so people know where I come from.", "I am a male.", "Are you the one who ripped his pants", "I am Filipino also.", "Oh that's cool. Where are you from I'm from San Pedro Laguna" ]

[ "My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when our daughter was 9 months old. He passed 9 months later when she was 18 months.", "My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when our daughter was 9 months old. She was his first granddaughter.", "Oh_comma_ I'm so sorry to hear that! I know how hard that can be for the family as well. Is he able to get treatments?", "He had surgery but it was too advanced. He was sick for 9 months and passed away when our daughter was 18 months old. She's 18 now so he's been gone for a little over 16 years now.", "Well_comma_ I can't relate to some extent. My father passed away 2 years unexpectedly. It wasn't from cancer_comma_ and we actually never thought he was going to pass away that day when he went to the hospital. But_comma_ it's very hard to lose loved ones!" ]

[ "When i was younger i wanted a new computer so bad. I didn't have good parts and the computer was so slow. When i got the new computer i was ecstatic. ", "You know when you get some new gadget and it just blows your mind?", "yes_comma_ I love new gadgets.Specially from the Apple store.", "When i was a kid i had a dinky computer could barely run my games. When i got a new one i was run down the halls screaming 60 FPS!", "I remember also playing games with old and slow computers when i was a teenager." ]

[ "My daughter was very seek for 2 weeks_comma_ but she is way better now", "My daughter was very seek for 2 weeks_comma_ but she is way better now.I was so worried for a while.", "Was it the summer flu? Heard that went around a lot.", "Yes_comma_ it was.She was very dehidrateded and weak for days.", "That just sounds so bad. Glad she is better now!" ]

[ "I wish I was Lebron James.", "I wish I was Lebron James.", "Why? You should be happy with who you are.", "I want to be rich and tall like Lebron.", "Height you can not change but if you work hard anyone can be rich. ", "I want to be rich and tall like Lebron.", "Just work hard and make your own money. " ]

[ "I pray I make the soccer team this season.", "I pray I make the soccer team this year.", "I'm sure you will. Have you been training? ", "Yes_comma_ everyday for two hours.", "Do you think that's enough?" ]

[ "I cried when my brother passed away.", "I cried when my brother died.", "I'm so sorry. That must have been so painful for you. Were you close?", "Yes_comma_ he was my best friend.", "My heart hurts for you. That's such a terrible loss." ]

[ "I was so irked when I took my car in for an oil change. The salesman pushed a bunch of things I know I didn't need.", "I was so irked when I took my car in for an oil change last week!!", "Is it ok?", "Yes_comma_ it's fine but the salesman tried insisting it required a bunch of unnecessary things_comma_ like synthetic oil which costs twice as much. I know for a fact_comma_ that was a lie.", "I do not like salesman." ]

[ "I am ok with being average in life.", "I am ok with being average.", "I don't think there is anything wrong with average. ", "I agree. Average is good.", "We are all average until circumstances require us to be extraordinary. " ]

[ "I really enjoyed the movie_comma_ A Bugs Life.", "I really like the movie_comma_ A Bugs Life.", "I saw that movie a long time ago.", "Yes. I laughed the whole time.", "What was your favorite part" ]

[ "I was watching this one crazy video on Facebook. It was a little Russian girl shredding up a tree with her punches. She was only wearing 12 ounce gloves and by the time she was done it looked like a shaved pencil.", "I saw a video of little Russian girl punching a tree to shreds with her tiny hands...by the time she was done it looked like a shaved pencil_comma_ I thought it was awesome", "Cool_comma_ I guess she was strong.", "Yeah she definitely was...if I have a daughter I'm gonna train her to be a lethal weapon", "Do you have any kids?" ]

[ "I felt this when my son turned one. It was such a special day and my husband and I spent hours going back and looking at all the photos from his first year.", "Do you have any young children? ", "I do not_comma_ how about you?", "I do_comma_ my son recently turned one and it was such a special day for us! We spent hours going back and looking at all of the photos we had taken of him throughout the first year. ", "Thats cool_comma_ what kind of camera do you have?", "We don't have any type of nice camera_comma_ we just use our smartphones. I have an iphone and my husband has a samsung note. The quality on phones now are pretty good_comma_ we have the portrait mode. " ]

[ "1", "I use to be the number one tennis player in the state.", "That is an awesome achievement! Was it for high school or college?", "It was in high school.", "I never played any sports in high school_comma_ I always had to work. That is a great accomplishment!" ]

[ "My husband had meningitis and then got bells palsey. I was very very worried.", "A few years back_comma_ my husband was diagnosed with viral meningitis and then while in the hospital he got Bells Palsy.", "Yikes_comma_ door guy can't catch a break. Is he ok?", "Yes_comma_ he's ok now. It was a very anxious time though because for awhile we did not know if it was bacterial or viral. He still has some residual issues from the Bells Palsy_comma_ but it's really only noticeable when he gets tired.", "Wow_comma_ thank god he's on the up and up. I can't imagine how rough that must have been." ]

[ "I wish I didn't cheat on my girlfriend.", "I wish I did not cheat on my gf.", "Man I feel you. Today was her birthday..but I thought it would be awkward to go over since she blocked me on facebook", "Smart move_comma_ I do not like Facebook.", "Where are you from originally. I'm Filipino" ]

[ "I hate it when people make loud breathing noises while eating a sandwich.", "Have you ever heard someone try to inhale a sandwich? Like literally breath in every crumb like it's the last sandwich they'll ever eat...it's horrible", "I have not and don't want to.", "Well you're one of the lucky ones", "I do like a good sandwich thou. But I eat slow." ]

[ "I can't believe my friend Joe died.", "I can not believe my friend Joe died.", "Awe_comma_ I am sorry for your loss. Was it sudden?", "Yes_comma_ he was only 35.", "I am sorry for the loss. Are you okay?" ]

[ "I am upset that England lost in the World Cup.", "I am upset England lost in the World Cup.", "Was it pretty close?", "They lost in overtime_comma_ so yes.", "Bummer. Haven't seen it. Don't watch soccer but I respect the sport" ]

[ "When I was 5 I almost drowned in front of over a hundred people. I was this little chubby Asian boy flailing around in big shorts...and I was in the medium end of the pool..couldn't show my face the next day", "When I was a little kid I almost drowned in front of 100 plus people...it kinda sucked but looking back it's kinda funny", "Wow_comma_ you are lucky you did not die.", "Yes I'm pretty grateful.", "Did someone save you?" ]

[ "Hillary Clinton makes me sick.", "Hillary Clinton makes me sick.", "Why? She seems to be nice person", "She lies and steals money.", "Oh I didn't know about that. How she is able to steal money?" ]

[ "I receive my blood test result yesterday and I am so grateful that I don't any immune system diseases.", "I receive my blood test result yesterday and I am so grateful that I don't any immune system diseases.\"", "That is great.", "The doctor made worry a lot because it seems that all the symptoms that I have matches an immune system disease. I am happy it is not.", "Hopefully it will work out." ]

[ "I am so happy its the weekend.", "I am happy its almost the weekend.", "Good for you.What is the reason of all this happiness?", "I am going to the beach this weekend.", "You choose the best time.The summer is perfect for beaches." ]

[ "I ma surprised by the elimination of the British team from the world cup.", "I am so surprised England lost to Croatia.", "Yes. They should of won.", "I thought they were gonna win at all.Fist title since 1966", "Yes but the choked like usual." ]

[ "I am embarrassed to be a Cleveland Browns fan.", "I am embarrassed to be a fan of the Cleveland Browns.", "I would be as well if I were you. Are you from the area?", "Yes. I grew up in the city.", "wasn't Johnny Manziel susposed to save that team?" ]

[ "I am afraid of heights.", "I am afraid of heights.", "I'm not a big fan of them either. Are you able to go up in buildings with an elevator_comma_ etc..?", "Yes_comma_ as long as I am with someone.", "Has it ever caused you to not be able to enjoy certain things in life?" ]

[ "I had to have some tests run due to an unclear mammogram. It took days for the results to come back and thankfully they were all clear.", "I had to have some extra tests ran a few weeks back due to an unclear mammogram.", "Were the results good or bad?", "Finally they came in a few days later and all is clear thank goodness. But that was a harrowing few days!", "Yes I am sure it was." ]

[ "I felt very unwary when first meeting my nephew", "When I first met my nephew as a baby_comma_ I was awe-struck", "aww he must be adorable.", "He was and still is. He has gotten to be kind of wild though haha.", "hahah how old is he?!", "He is 12" ]

[ "Buying my first home_comma_ and I'm worried about all the expenses that might happen besides the mortgage.", "so I'm buying my first home_comma_ and I'm worried about all the expenses that might happen besides the mortgage.", "Oh_comma_ that is exciting. How big is your house?", "It's a small 3 bedroom home_comma_ 1 level. It's just me and my elderly mom.", "Oh_comma_ that sounds nice. What's your occupation?" ]

[ "My sister in law refuses to ever take her boys to the doctor. There have been times they have been really sick and she just will not take them.", "There is something wrong with my sister in law. She refuses to take her kids to the doctor for checkups or even when they are sick.", "Wow that's pretty bad parenting.", "That's what my husband and I think. I mean even when they were babies and would run 103 fever_comma_ she wouldn't take them. I just do not understand that at all - they are both grown now but she's pretty uninvolved with either of them.", "Is it for religious reasons" ]

[ "I feel bad for cheating on my now-ex girlfriend.", "I wish I didn't cheat on my now ex-gf", "Hindsight and all that - do you miss her?", "Yes a lot. I've accepted it but it's hard letting go", "Perhaps she may forgive you? It's always worth a try_comma_ sometimes you just need some time and some growth before you can revisit mistakes that have happened.", "Thanks. " ]

[ "I'm going to a drink and paint party tomorrow. It should be pretty fun!", "I have fun plans this weekend over a friends house.", "What are your plans?", "My friend is having a drink and paint party. I've only been to one before but it was pretty fun. I can't wait.", "Wow_comma_ that sounds like a fun and interesting time_comma_ but it sounds like there are a high chance for things to go south and be a huge mess" ]

[ "Just injured my ankle. Now I can't work. ", "Just injured my ankle. Now I can't work", "Oh no! I'm sorry to hear that. How deid it happen?", "Slipped on a wet floor while hurrying to get to a patient. There was no sign.", "Are you going to sue? You could get a whole new leg!" ]

[ "Sometimes I just eat because I know there is food in the kitchen. I feel bad.", "I am trying my best to go on a diet. It's not going well.", "How much would you like to lose?", "20 pounds. I always eat just because I have food. Maybe if I bought less food_comma_ it would be easier. ", "Sounds like a plan! You can also try to see if there is less calorie version of foods you like.", "I tried that they don't taste as good. I am doomed." ]