I am girl.

I am a young girl who is still in highschool.

I enjoy marching band in the fall and concert band in the season.

My parents are both teachers.

My favorite subject is english.

I am moving to another state next month.

My favorite football team is the chicago bears.

I went to a very strict high school.

My father used to be the headmaster in my school.

My siblings are all older than me.

I have a headache from focusing on sheet music.

I am in concert band season.

I go with my parents on summer vacation. I have two parents.

I like poetry.

I wear sneakers often.

I am tired from packing. I am moving to another state.

I cook.

[Speaker 1] Hi! How are you?

[Speaker 2] Tired. Just finished the last of the boxes. How are you?.

[Speaker 1] I'm tired too. Too much focusing on sheet music. Gives me a headache. You moving?

[Speaker 2] Yeah. Chasing a job two states over. What kind of music are you working on?.

[Speaker 1] Concert band. Marching band season's over right now.

[Speaker 2] Sounds tense. Maybe we both need a vacation..

[Speaker 1] I usually go on vacation with my parents in the summer, when they are off.

[Speaker 2] Oh yeah? Where do you end up going?.

[Speaker 1] Wherever mom and dad decide. You have a favorite place to visit?

[Speaker 2] Know how that is, my brothers always dictated the travel terms. London's nice though.

[Speaker 1] I'd love to go to england to see all of dickens'settings, and austen's, and the brontes '...

[Speaker 2] Bring proper shoes, then. Galoshes, even. My sneakers never held up to the rain that well..

[Speaker 1] Especially if I'm slogging through the moors, right? I do wear sneakers a lot though.

[Speaker 2] Right. Mmfgh.. Now I have to think of what to make for dinner tonight. Suggestions?.

I am in concert band season.

I like poetry.

I wear sneakers often.

I cook.

[Speaker 1] I am finally ready for the upcoming concert.  It has been hectic, so my parents and I will get to go on vacation after all.  Fingers are crossed for England.

[Speaker 2] Your gonna love England.  Are you going to be in London?

[Speaker 1] I sure hope to be. There's so much to do there. My parents really love going there as well. Did you enjoy London?

[Speaker 2] I'm a big fan of London...love the history and old buildings.  The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey are some of my favs

[Speaker 1] I'll have to make sure to visit those when I get there. Are there any places I should stay away from?

[Speaker 2] I think the London Eye is a bit of a scam...it's just a big ferris wheel.  The lines are long and the tickets are expensive.

[Speaker 1] That's a great tip. I'll make sure not to waste my time there. I'm excited for all of the great restaurants.

[Speaker 2] Yes, the food scene has really improved there.  They have some of the best Indian food I've ever had there.  Do you enjoy Indian food?

[Speaker 1] I really enjoy a spicy curry. I understand that Indian food is very popular in the UK

[Speaker 2] Indeed, it is.  They have a large Indian population.  Try India India Restaurant off of Trafalgar Square.  IMO, they have the best curry dishes.

[Speaker 1] I'll make sure to go there. Thanks for the great tip! Where are you living now?

[Speaker 2] I actually live in a town called New London in CT, ha!

I am in concert band season.

I like poetry.

I wear sneakers often.

I like to attend concerts. I hope to visit London.

I like to eat out at restaurants. I am an adventurous diner. I like spicy food.

I have brothers. I like London. I visited England. I have been to London. I like history and old architecture. I am not a fan of the London Eye.

I cook.

I love Indian food. I have eaten at Indian restaurants in London.

I live in New London, CT.

[Speaker 1] I have booked a vacation to England, I'll be going with my parents.

[Speaker 2] Oh, that is wonderful! You will love London. How long are you going?

[Speaker 1] I'm planning to stay for two weeks! I'm so excited. Do you have any recommendations while I'm there? Definitely not visiting the London Eye, hahah!

[Speaker 2] I don't have any plans for you, but I know that the weather is going to be great! Are you taking a direct flight?

[Speaker 1] Aw, that's alright! Yes, thank goodness. Direct flights save me so much stress and hassle! Speaking of stress, how was the move to another state? Are you finally all settled in and relaxing?

[Speaker 2] I am finally able to start relaxing a little more. We still have several rooms to unpack because we brought so much stuff from our old house. We have plans to unpack one room at a time.

[Speaker 1] That's wise to take it slowly. You don't want to get overwhelmed! Are your brothers going to help you unpack at all?

[Speaker 2] Yes, they helped me unpack a little, but they are now getting pretty busy with their own stuff. I hope they can come over and help me again soon.

[Speaker 1] That's understandable. Maybe you can lure them over with the promise of some good Indian take out, hahah! Have you planned anything to reward yourself for you hard work? Maybe a vacation of your own or just a night out?

[Speaker 2] I would love to take my family on a vacation to thank them! We have a beach house down by the shore! Maybe we will plan a trip soon! Then we both will be going on vacation.

[Speaker 1] A beach house?! That sounds amazing, I'm jealous! I was at a concert at the beach last year and was thinking how amazing it would be to live near the ocean. Maybe I should cancel my flight to England and let you take me to the beach house instead, hahah!

[Speaker 2] I would totally take you up on that offer! Now is the perfect season to head down to the beach house near cape cod! However, you'll love England!

I am in concert band season.

I like poetry.

I wear sneakers often.

I'm going on a vacation to England with my parents. I plan to stay in England for two weeks. I don't want to visit the London Eye.

I like to visit the beach.

I cook.

I live in New London, CT.

I recently moved to a new house in a different state. I still have to unpack my things from my old house.  My brothers helped me move.

[Speaker 1] Does your family stay at the beach house year round or do you rent it out?

[Speaker 2] We just use it for vacation and rent it out the rest of the time.

[Speaker 1] I have never been to Cape Cod. I bet it's a popular vacation spot. The weather is probably nicer than the weather in London.

[Speaker 2] For the most part its much better. There are days when you would believe you were in London. This is especially true for misty, gray days. Are you looking forward to your trip?

[Speaker 1] I am! I want to try the cuisine in England. The spicy food selection in London should be pretty good, I figure. I will eat my way across England.

[Speaker 2] Don't forget the blood sausage and the clotted cream! I know it sounds very appetizing, ha ha. I understand a Christmas pudding can be kept for years due to the alcohol content. I would be really anxious to try that, not lol.

[Speaker 1] I've heard that the immigrants are the source of the best food in England. Indian, Chinese, Middle Eastern. I love it all. Maybe there is some kind of fusion cuisine there found nowhere else.

[Speaker 2] I know first hand that the Indian food is very authentic. You can find many Indian restaurants in London. I haven't thought about the fusion cuisine, but if it exists, you'll find it in London.

[Speaker 1] Sounds great. My food crawl across London will end when my innards burst! I've had fish 'n' chips, but it was too bland for me. I prefer food that fights back when I eat it.

[Speaker 2] You will certainly find that at one of London's Indian restaurants. Just remember to stay clear of the Eye. Its super commercialized and has no Indian restaurants.

[Speaker 1] Sounds like the Eye of Sauron. A giant evil tourist trap. I'll steer clear until I have to drop the One Ring into the fire.

[Speaker 2] That would be my advice, just get in quick enough to drop the Ring. You wanna make sure you do what you can to take out the dark lord.

I am in concert band season.

I like poetry.

I wear sneakers often.

I like to visit the beach.

I have never been to Cape Cod. I am in London now. I want to try the cuisine in England.  I will eat my way across England.

I love Indian, Chinese, Middle Eastern. I've had fish 'n' chips, but it was too bland for me. I prefer food that fights back when I eat it.

I'll steer clear until I have to drop the One Ring into the fire.

I cook.

I live in New London, CT.

I would like to take my family on vacation soon.My family's beach house is near Cape Cod. We stay at the beach house during our vacation.

I know first hand that the Indian food is very authentic.

[Speaker 1] What is, on your  opinion, the worst thing in London?

[Speaker 2] Honestly, probably all the tourists that come. That's why I'm not a huge fan f the London Eye. How do you like it?

[Speaker 1] Yeah, they can be kind of annoying. I try not to let it bother me too much, though. One of my favorite things is definitely the cuisine. I've been loving it here so far!

[Speaker 2] Whats your favorite foods you've tried? I didn't know London had any sort of specific cuisines. I do love Indian food though, not sure if we could call that London cuisine though!

[Speaker 1] By far the pastas have been my favorite. I'm not too sure there's such a thing as London cuisine, but there are many different types of cultural restaurants within the area. We even found an Indian restaurant to dine at. My parents and I have definitely been enjoying it so far.

[Speaker 2] I'm glad to hear that! Did you manage to find any spicy food? I know how much you love it.

[Speaker 1] Yes! I tried some Phall at the Indian restaurant. I came this close to asking for a glass of milk. I love the new environment I'm getting to experience. Speaking of new environment, how is your new home treating you?

[Speaker 2] Yum that sounds delicious. The new home is nice but there's a lot of unpacking to do which is always stressful. I'm definitely jealous of you right now.. I wish i could be on vacation!

[Speaker 1] Yikes, unpacking doesn't sound like a whole lot of fun right now. We should plan a vacation together when I get back to the States!

[Speaker 2] Definitely! You know i'm going to take you out to my parent's beach house in cape cod. Have you been there before?

[Speaker 1] I actually have been there! I went to a really nice country concert in the area. We could check out the beaches too!

[Speaker 2] I can't wait. Now I have something to look forward to! We could also check out some history museums. What concert did you see?


I like watching movies.
I work part time in a warehouse.
I like punk music.
I like pizza and burgers.
I enjoy cruising.

I have three children.

I am a stay-at-home mom.

I illustrate children's books.

I currently am getting my teaching degree.

I am married.

I enjoy pizza and burgers. I like watching movies.

I have a pet bat.

I like movies. I am working on a teaching degree.

I do illustrations for children's books.

I don't have pets. I have not met a bat. I have drawn bats.

[Speaker 1] I hate working in a warehouse. Even though it's part time, it's too hard.

[Speaker 2] That does sound hard. I love what I do, although with three kids at home I stay very busy.

[Speaker 1] Your lucky to have a job you love. I'd rather be eating pizza, burgers and watching movies.

[Speaker 2] You sound like my husband. He likes to watch movies and eat pizza.

[Speaker 1] I still like cruising in my car but I'd rather be eating pizza and watching movies.

[Speaker 2] Movies are great. I don't have much free time, since I'm working on a teaching degree.

[Speaker 1] This warehouse work makes me so tired, all I can do is lay around and eat.

[Speaker 2] I do illustrations for children's books, so sometimes I feel like I'm sitting a lot.

[Speaker 1] At least your doing something productive. I just stamp out widgets and stuff my face..

[Speaker 2] Do you have any pets? I don't, unless you count the husband and three kids. :p.

[Speaker 1] I have a pet bat I found as a baby and I raised it. It's friendly.

[Speaker 2] That's an unusual pet! I have drawn bats before, but I've never met one.

I have a pet bat.

[Speaker 1] Do your kids like to draw, too?

[Speaker 2] Not too much. Have you watched any good movies lately?

[Speaker 1] Not lattely!! All movie  are boring nowadays!! So, how is your teaching degree coming about??

[Speaker 2] It's coming along pretty well. It's hard to juggle learning and having three kids. How's work?

[Speaker 1] Boring as ususal. Everyday I just can't wait to leave work and ride my car to home to see my dog. You need to get a pet!!

[Speaker 2] I will once the kids get older. I didn't know you had a dog. I only though you had a pet bat?

[Speaker 1] I have a dog and a bat. I need a dog for company because the bat stays in a cage. You shoud come over to see my bat

[Speaker 2] I've never been around a bat before, only have drawn them. Is it friendly?

[Speaker 1] Only if you let them in the cage!! I bet you could make a great drawing of my bat.I should hire you!!

[Speaker 2] I would love to! I'm really good at drawing bats. I could do a portrait of yours!

[Speaker 1] Yes!! Me in my car eating burgers.2 of my favorites things to do

[Speaker 2] My husband's favorite food is burgers

I work in a warehouse part time. I'm bored at work. I eat a lot. I like to eat burgers.

I have a car. I enjoy cruising in my car. I have a car that I drive to work.

I don't have pets. I have not met a bat. I like to draw. I am a good artisit and am good at drawing bats.

[Speaker 1] I just saw a children's book about a bat with some great illustrations. Have you ever worked on a book about a bat?

[Speaker 2] I have never met a bat, but I am really good at their illustrations, so I decided to write a children's book with animations of bats!

[Speaker 1] That's amazing! I would love to send you some pictures or videos of my bat if it might help you get a better understanding of their anatomy for your drawings.

[Speaker 2] Oh, I think that is a wonderful idea. I feel that the more I learn about bats, the more realistic my drawings of the bats will be!

[Speaker 1] I'll have to send some over tonight! :) Do your kids get VIP access to your book when it's all done and ready to be published? I'm going to want to see it too!

[Speaker 2] Yes they do! I always show my kids the final product to see how they like it before I send a copy out! I can certainly send you a copy free of charge.

[Speaker 1] That is so sweet of you, but you deserve some kind of payment for all your hard work! Maybe I can trade you a couple of movie tickets so you can have a night out with the family :)

[Speaker 2] That would be very nice of you! The family would love a night out! The movies is a great idea!

[Speaker 1] Well I know you're the movie guru between us! Are there any new movies you've been itching to see? The new Disney Cruella might be a fun one for the kids!

[Speaker 2] I heard that could be one of the best live-action movies that Disney has every created. I would love to go see it with the family!

[Speaker 1] You might have some more free time to do it since the summer is coming up! Do you get a break from your teaching degree over the summer or are you going to have to work on it then too?

[Speaker 2] I am continuing in the summer so that I am able to graduate early! I have been waiting for years to finish. I am glad that I am on the homestretch!

I like children's books.

I write and illustrate children's books. I draw realistically.

I test my books out on my kids.

I working towards my teaching degree. I'm going to school during summer to graduate early. It's taking me years to finish. I'm almost done with schooling.

[Speaker 1] When I woke up this morning, my bat was really lethargic and wouldn't fly. I'm worried about him.

[Speaker 2] How did you get your pet bat?

[Speaker 1] I inherited it from a friend who had to leave the country and couldn't take it with them.  I asked him where he got it and he said, "You don't want to know."

[Speaker 2] Hahahaha! Nice. I had a science teacher who loved bats. She also gave me detention for not doing my homework

[Speaker 1] Hahaha!  I never liked doing homework myself.  I was just kidding about where I got the bat, though.  It makes for a funnier story to say I got it from a friend, but I actually found the bat as a baby.  It was hurt and looked like it wouldn't survive, so I nursed it back to health.  I might have told you that but I don't recall.

[Speaker 2] The bat origin story is amazing, but so is the fact that you raised it as a baby. Luckily, I haven't seen any animals in need so far. I think I would eventually like a pet now. Your story is kind of inspiring!

[Speaker 1] Feel free to incorporate it into your children's book about bats.  I still need to send you over pictures of my bat.  You'll have to tell me when your book is finished so I can get a copy.  Maybe it'll be the start of a big collection of bat-based literature.

[Speaker 2] Bat-based literature sounds right up the Cruella deVille alley. Have you watched that film yet?

[Speaker 1] I haven't seen it yet.  Have you thought more about taking your family to see it?

[Speaker 2] We're seeing it tomorrow since school is ending. We're really excited, I'm a huge Emma Stone fan

[Speaker 1] Oh, that's awesome.  That's such a fun treat to celebrate the end of the school year.  What grades are your kids in?

[Speaker 2] Yeah its great! They're in middle school and high school.

I have a dog. I also have a pet bat, which stays in a cage. I rescued the bat as a baby.

I like children's books.

I love my job. I have three kids at home. I have a husband. My kids are in middle school and high school.

I test my books out on my kids.

I like going to the movies with my family. I know a lot about movies. I want to take my family to see the new Cruella movie. We're seeing Cruella DeVille the movie.

I used to get detention in school.

[Speaker 1] How's writing on the book coming along?

[Speaker 2] Hi it's not going too great, hard to think of many new ideas at the moment all I can do is draw cool sketches! At least my kids like the pictures!

[Speaker 1] Thats all that really matters! I love children's books and working with kids. I'm thinking I should quit my warehouse job because its so boring and maybe pursue a job with kids. Hows the work for getting a teaching degree?

[Speaker 2] It's great fun! As much as I love writing books I cannot wait to get into teaching full time. You should! Do something you enjoy and you'll be so much happier. I'm almost done, have a few pieces of work left then I'll be a qualified teacher, it's not been easy but it'll be worth it in the end!

[Speaker 1] I'm so glad to hear that. What age kids do you think you want to teach eventually?

[Speaker 2] I've been thinking middle school, pre-teenage years haha! What about you?

[Speaker 1] Oh wow! Why those ages? Thats totally different from me, I've always wanted to work with little kids, like first graders or around that age. I think they're so cute and fun at that age and full of wonder. After they hit puberty I don't think I could deal with it!

[Speaker 2] I think definitely before puberty for me too haha! My eldest is at that age now, I can't imagine what a whole class would be like. I think it's a really important time for children, when they learn about harder more in depth things, so I'd like to be a part of that!

[Speaker 1] That's a good point, you definitely have to be a strong enough teacher to deal with it. I think all your years of schooling would have prepared you well though. Maybe I would just become a nanny or something like that.

[Speaker 2] Yes for sure, I think I've got it in me ahah! You might fit being a nanny quite well, I'm sure the children would love you reading to them.

[Speaker 1] I'm excited! I'm so glad we had this conversation and now I have a new life path. And I can use the books you wrote and illustrated to read as well!

[Speaker 2] Please do, I would love that! And if it ever gets hard you can go for a nice long drive to relax!


I am a gator hunter.

I have an air boat.

I've been in trouble with the law before.

My dream car is an'81 camaro.

I went hungry to buy 33 inch truck tires.

I am a vegan.

I love to volunteer at my local community garden.

Have two dogs and cat.

I am a student at a community college.

I am hoping to be a nurse one day.

I eat gator. I enjoy gator hunting.
I want a Camaro.
I have a felony conviction.

I have two dogs and two cats.

[Speaker 1] Hey there. How's it going?

[Speaker 2] Fine, just finished working the local garden and ready to relax.

[Speaker 1] What kind of things you like to grow?

[Speaker 2] Food to eat mainly, helps this vegan community college student afford life.

[Speaker 1] So how long you been vegan?

[Speaker 2] About 4 minutes now, my 2 dogs and 2 cats are happy for me.

[Speaker 1] I'll bet! You can't eat cats or dogs when you're vegan right? What about gator?

[Speaker 2] You sound like you own an airboat, or I'll never be a nurse!

[Speaker 1] I'd be vegan if it weren't for the gator hunting. How long you been in nursing school?

[Speaker 2] About 7 minutes now. Seems like I have a long ways to go.

[Speaker 1] About as long as it'll take me to save up for an 81 camaro.

[Speaker 2] You own it sooner if you weren't buy those 33" tires!

[Speaker 1] Maybe. And if my felony conviction didn't hurt my resume.

[Speaker 2] I fault the car, but the claw won.

I have two dogs and two cats.

[Speaker 1] What's your favorite vegan recipe that a meat-eater might like?

[Speaker 2] To get started, I would suggest using Beyond meat as a meat substitute. It is completely vegan and tastes just like real meat to help people ease into being a vegan.

[Speaker 1] Thanks for the idea! I wonder if they make a Beyond meat substitute for gator meat. I could try to use some of my famous gator recipes on other Beyond Meats too

[Speaker 2] I haven't seen any but that would be very interesting! Have you been gator hunting recently?

[Speaker 1] Yes, just last weekend! I killed three gators, and I sold the meat to two of my friends. I kept one gator's meat all for myself though. Have you ever been hunting?

[Speaker 2] No I have never done any type of hunting but gator hunting sounds the most intriguing, probably because you are the only person I know who does it. Do your friends go with you?

[Speaker 1] No, I typically prefer to gator hunt alone. It is more relaxing that way. Are there other types of outdoor activities that you like?

[Speaker 2] Aside from gardening, I like to spend time with my dogs outdoors. We hike, paddleboard, bike--well I bike they ride in the basket, and play fetch.

[Speaker 1] That sounds like a blast! I used to have a dog who I would take with me for hunting. What types of dogs do you have?

[Speaker 2] I have a pomeranian and a yorkie so they are both small but very active!

[Speaker 1] Very cool. Pomeranians are great dogs. I used to take a Spaniel with me for hunting, but I lost him while I was in jail for the felony conviction.

[Speaker 2] I am sorry to hear that! Have you thought about getting another dog?

I eat gator. I eat Beyond meat substitute.

I want a Camaro.

I have a felony conviction.

I go gator hunting and sell and/or eat the meat. I go gator hunting alone because it's more relaxing.

I used to have a dog that went hunting with me.

I'm a felon. I've been in jail. I used to have a Pomeranian.

I do some gardening at a local garden. I am vegan. I grow food that I eat. I have been vegan for four minutes. I know how to cook vegan food.

I have two dogs and two cats.

I've never gone hunting.

I like paddleboard and biking. I like spending time outdoors with my dogs. I have a Pomeranian and a Yorkie.

[Speaker 1] I finally found a Beyond meat substitute for gator! Can you help me come up with a recipe for it?

[Speaker 2] really for gator? i don't know. I guess since gator taste like chicken you can substitute it in a chicken recipe.

[Speaker 1] I was thinking something similar, but I do want to make it special. Vegan gator salad with mayo? Or vegan gator pot pie? I guess the options are endless.

[Speaker 2] Yes. any vegetarian recipe would be good and just at the beyond meat.

[Speaker 1] Oh my goodness! My gator tacos! That is what I will try first. How to you feel about cilantro? Do you grow it?

[Speaker 2] Gator tacos sound great. no  cilantro for me. I never liked the taste. I learned that it is genetic in liking cilantro or not. For some people it taste like soap.

[Speaker 1] I have heard that too! One of my prison buddies was so disgusted by it, he threatened harm to any one who added it to their homemade salsa in our canning class.

[Speaker 2] wow, I don't know what to say. Getting shived over cilantro, haha

[Speaker 1] I know, right? No fake gator tacos for him! Maybe I will try an aioli for these. Thoughts on garlic?

[Speaker 2] I have never tried garlic on tacos. I like it spicy. I do like apple slices in my tacos though.

[Speaker 1] Apple slices in a taco?! I have never heard of such a thing! What kind of spices go with apple?

[Speaker 2] just your regular chili spices. With apple you get a great combination of sweetness and spice.

I want a Camaro.

I have a felony conviction.

I'm a felon. I've been in jail. I took a canning class in prison. I used to have a Pomeranian.

I am interested in new recipes for meat substitutes. I prefer vegan recipes.

I have two dogs and two cats.

I've never gone hunting.

I like food that combine sweetness and spice.

[Speaker 1] I took your advice and bought apples to slice up and try on my gator tacos this evening! I am nervous to try it!

[Speaker 2] Awesome! I can't wait to see what you think!

[Speaker 1] I hope it is good. It seems a little weird to be putting apples on tacos, but I trust you on telling me it is good.

[Speaker 2] It's like putting mango salsa on your tacos but with a little extra crunch. Just make sure the slices aren't to thick. You want to make sure they're cut into thin strips or sticks.

[Speaker 1] So like the size of like a matchsticks. Ok that makes sense wouldn't want them to big.

[Speaker 2] Haha, yeah, now that would make it weird, but when you cut them up small, it's like adding a sweet crunchy garnish. It's delicious!

[Speaker 1] Great, I can't wait to try it now. I know it will be great. How is nursing school going so far?

[Speaker 2] Nursing school is intense! I love it, but it can be really stressful at times.

[Speaker 1] I am sure it can be stressful. But once it is over you can finally work in your dream job.

[Speaker 2] Absolutely! I need to find ways to manage the stress, though, because it only gets more intense from here. I'm trying to make friends with some of the older students, so they can show my the ropes and give me some tips on how to manage it all.

[Speaker 1] Is there anything you like to do for fun. You should make sure to do that to help with stress.

[Speaker 2] I love food, haha! I really like experimenting with different flavors and textures in the kitchen. That's how I came up with the apple slices on tacos!

I want a Camaro.

I have a felony conviction.

I like tacos. I have never tried apples slices on tacos. I make gator tacos. I am nervous to try different foods.

I have two dogs and two cats.

I want to be a nurse. I recently started nursing school. I love nursing but it is stressful.

I've never gone hunting.

I think gator meat tastes like chicken. I think gator tacos sounds good. I do not like the taste of cilantro. I have never had garlic in tacos. I like spicy food. I like apple slices on my tacos. I am good at making gator tacos. I eat tacos with mango salsa.

I am having trouble dealing with school stress my myself. I am reaching out to classmates for help in dealing with stress.

I like experimenting with new recipes. I think cooking is fun.

[Speaker 1] I tried the apples on my gator tacos and really liked it!

[Speaker 2] I told you it was good! You need to come over some time so I can make you my special dish! Where did you get your gator meat?

[Speaker 1] I have been hunting gators myself and selling the meat I do not need. I do have to be careful, because my license expired and thats how I ened up in jail. haha, but man is it good money! I am nervous about trying new food, though, so bare with me on that and try not to go too crazy on a new recipe.

[Speaker 2] Wow, I can't believe you hunt them! Illegally, too, ha ha! I've never even gone hunting before! Is it dangerous to hunt gator?

[Speaker 1] It's extremely dangerous but really relaxing for me. It wasn't always illegal, but there is a limit each month to how many gators you can hunt, and I enjoy the money. You should try hunting, but legal hunting, haha. Don't be like me. Do you like duck or deer? I would suggest trying to hunt that. I can even teach you.

[Speaker 2] We should go some time! It sounds fun and I always enjoy an adrenaline rush. Extra money doesn't hurt anyone either. I've tried both but I really prefer how duck tastes. I had this awesome Peking Duck dish at a restaurant before and it was to die for. What about you?

[Speaker 1] I've never had Peking Duck, but it sounds good based on how you describe it. I've only cooked my own duck meat because I'm picky in how it's seasoned. Have your dogs ever hunted before? Imagine them bringing you a duck, saves the time for you!

[Speaker 2] I get what you mean, I've only had gator tacos that I made myself. I wish my dogs could hunt but I think they are too small, ha ha. My Yorkie is really good at chasing off rats though. Did you ever take your dog hunting?

[Speaker 1] I did, but unfortunately, my dog died due to it, which is why I never got a dog again. It's a dangerous career and I put my dog's life at risk. Maybe for small creatures, like ducks, would of been fine, but gators, I should of been smart. That was another charge I got put on me: "Animal abuse". I didn't even know that could be a charge. Have you ever gotten in trouble with the law?

[Speaker 2] Oh wow that's terrible to hear. I'm more sorry for the dog, though, what a terrible way to go. I've never gotten into too much trouble with the law, other than a hefty fine for going 70 MPH in a school zone where construction was also taking place. Not fun.

[Speaker 1] A speedster, hah. That's good to hear, though. Having a record really makes it difficult to get a job which is why I still gator hunt even though my license is expired. Not much else I could do. And, ya, I felt really bad for my dog. I cried that night for her. That's why I've never gotten another dog.

[Speaker 2] Yup, I unfortunately had to disclose that for my nursing school interview which definitely didn't help me get a foot into a lot of schools. My previous dog lived for 16 years before passing, and it was really rough to deal with that. I swear my Pomeranian and Yorkie were depressed for a while following her passing. I love dogs but right now I'm not ready for another one, either.


I am omnivorous.
I like rock climbing.
My favorite band is 21 pilots.
I work in a restaurant.
I enjoy going for a walk.

My favorite song is moonlight sonata by beethoven.

I drive a volkswagen beetle.

My grandmother came from italy.

I own two handguns.

I only watch british television.

i like going for walks and rock climbing and like the outdoors.

my favorite music band is 21 Pilots. i like rock music. i am in college and working as a waitress in a family owned restaurant.

i own and drive a hyundai elantra.

i am originally from Ohia, but i now live in Florida and love the different weather here.

i like to go shooting in the woods.

i own two hand guns that i like shooting.

i like classical music, my favorite piece is moonlight sonata.

i own a volkswagon beetle.

my family ancestors are originally from italy.

[Speaker 1] Hi: I like going for walks and rock climbing...anything outdoors.

[Speaker 2] The outdoors are fun! I like to go shooting in the woods.

[Speaker 1] Do you hunt? If you do, please don't shoot the omnivorous animals.

[Speaker 2] I don't hunt I just like to go shooting with my two handguns.

[Speaker 1] Awesome! What about music? My favorite band is 21 pilots. Yours?

[Speaker 2] I like classical music. My favorite is moonlight sonata. Do you like beethoven?

[Speaker 1] I'm a rocker, working my way through college as a waitress in a family owned restaurant.

[Speaker 2] What kind of car do you drive? I have a volkswagon beetle.

[Speaker 1] I drive a hyundai elantra.....very economical like your bug.

[Speaker 2] Cool! So where are you from? My ancestors are from italy.

[Speaker 1] Ohio but, living in florida now. Love the weather change.

[Speaker 2] Yeah I bet the warmer weather is much nicer.

i own and drive a hyundai elantra.

i like to go shooting in the woods.

i own a volkswagon beetle.

[Speaker 1] how long have you been listening to classical music, do you have any other favorite pieces or composers you like?

[Speaker 2] I like all the old masters...Beethoven, Amadeus, Chopin.

[Speaker 1] I mainly like rock music, but enjoy classical as well. It can be a nice change. How long have you had your VW Beetle?

[Speaker 2] I actually learned to drive with my VW Beetle.  I have had it since 1985.  It's a bit rough, but I am working on restoring it.

[Speaker 1] That's very cool. I helped a friend restore a Beetle and it was a lot of fine since they are very simple cars.

[Speaker 2] My restoration job would be a lot easier if I hadn't been using it for target practice while it was parked in the woods behind my property!

[Speaker 1] Oh no! What made you decide to stop shooting at it and restore it to drive?

[Speaker 2] I found out how valuable it was.  It has a split window in the back.  Not many of those around.

[Speaker 1] Yeah that's what made me ask! they are hard to find in some places

[Speaker 2] I think they are all down in Cuba.  So many classic cars there.

[Speaker 1] Do you think they listen to classical music in their classic cars?

[Speaker 2] Yes, definitely, they probably list to cassettes or 8-tracks!

I like going for walks and rock climbing and like the outdoors.

I like both rock and classical music. my favorite music band is 21 Pilots. I am in college and working as a waitress in a family owned restaurant.

I own and drive a hyundai elantra.

I helped my friend restore a Beetle.

I like to go shooting in the woods.

I own two hand guns that I like shooting.

I like classical music, my favorite piece is moonlight sonata.

I own a volkswagon beetle.

I had my VW Beetle since 1985. I'm working on a restoration job.

[Speaker 1] I was go drive my Hyundai but since it was a few blocks away, I walked to a rock music concert by my college the other day.

[Speaker 2] Oh that's awesome! Was the weather bearable during the concert? Florida heat can be so exhausting during the summer!

[Speaker 1] The weather was pretty rough, but I love the hot weather overall, so I can't really complain. Do you love the hot weather?

[Speaker 2] Honestly, I can't stand it! I really have no tolerance for it at all. Luckily all of my college events are indoors so I don't have to worry too much! I've been meaning to ask you what degree you're going to college for?

[Speaker 1] I am going to college for my Master's degree in Criminal Justice. I am almost done with the program. I cannot wait to finish as I feel like I have been in school for my whole life.

[Speaker 2] That's crazy! That's what I majored in. I graduated a few years ago, but I completely know how you feel. It drags on forever! Are you going to take any summer classes to finish sooner?

[Speaker 1] Oh wow! I am taking two classes in the Summer. They are accelerated, so I will be done with the two classes in 7 weeks!

[Speaker 2] I used to love the accelerated classes, but they are so intense. My music was the only thing that kept me sane during the super long study sessions I'd have to do. You're definitely going to have to go celebrate after you finally graduate.

[Speaker 1] I would agree that music has been my saving grace when it comes to studying, it helps me concentrate!

[Speaker 2] Maybe as a graduation gift I can hook you up with some sick 21 Pilots tickets!

[Speaker 1] That would be awesome, they are playing again at the end of the summer!

[Speaker 2] I should be done with my restoration job by then so maybe I could come! Although I don't know if I'll want to be driving my newly restored Beetle around a bunch of wild rockers, hahah.

I own and drive a hyundai elantra.

I am originally from Ohia, but I now live in Florida and love the different weather here. I love hot weather.

I helped my friend restore a Beetle.

I recently went to a rock concert. I sometimes walk instead of drive.

I am studying for a master's degree in criminal justice. I am close to finishing my degree. I take summer classes to accelerate my degree.

I like to go shooting in the woods.

I own a volkswagon beetle.

I majored in criminal justice. I graduated college a few years ago. I liked to take accelerated classes.

I like the band 21 Pilots.

I am restoring a Beetle.

[Speaker 1] How did you come across the Beetle you're restoring, are you a fan of Volkswagen?

[Speaker 2] Not Volkswagen specifically, I've just always loved the Beetle! I think it's such a cool and classic car.

[Speaker 1] What do you like about the Beetle?

[Speaker 2] It's cute and fun to drive! And if you take care of it they last a long time too. What made you want to help your friend restore their Beetle?

[Speaker 1] It honestly just seemed like a cool project. I knew nothing about cars and that was a great way for me to understand more. My poor friend had to have near infinite patience with me until I caught on, haha.

[Speaker 2] That's a great way to learn about cars! That's how I learned - working on restorations. How's the weather in Florida? Is it crazy  humid yet?

[Speaker 1] I live on the coast, so it's not as bad as it could be. I took a trip to Orlando, recently, though and man oh man am I glad I don't live there! It was like trying to breath through a straw at some points.

[Speaker 2] Haha I bet! Being close to water is always a plus. Nice to drive along the coastline in my convertible bug!

[Speaker 1] I love driving on the coast! One of these days, I'd like to drive along the entire Atlantic coast, and maybe even along the Pacific, too if I ever find the time to go out west.

[Speaker 2] That sounds awesome! I hear the Pacific Coast Highway can be a beautiful drive. I imagine you didn't take too many coastal drives back in Ohio! hahaha

[Speaker 1] Haha! More like I doing underground tunneling through the snow! I don't miss that one bit, haha.

[Speaker 2] I don't blame you at all! I don't love being hot, but I definitely hate shoveling snow!

I own and drive a hyundai elantra.

I helped my friend restore a Beetle. I knew nothing about cars and that was a great way for me to understand more.

I live on the coast, the humidity here is not extremely high. I took a trip to Orlando, recently.  I am glad I don't live there. I love driving on the coast.  I'd like to drive along the entire Atlantic coast.

I like to go shooting in the woods.

I own a volkswagon beetle.

I can't stand hot weather. I prefer indoor events. I don't love being hot, but I hate shoveling snow.

I like the band 21 Pilots.

I am restoring a Beetle. I've always loved the Beetle. It's cute and fun to drive. I have a convertible bug.

[Speaker 1] So what do you plan to do with your degree? Are you involved in the job seeking process right now?

[Speaker 2] I am focusing on my restoration job right now so my degree is on the back burner for now, how did your trip to Orlando go?

[Speaker 1] Ah okay, well don't forget about it haha! Orlando was alright, the weather was nice but there was so many people it was hard to enjoy the tourist areas. Have you ever been?

[Speaker 2] No, its too hot down there for my taste haha, are you still planning on driving along the entire Atlantic coast?

[Speaker 1] I love the hot weather, as long as it doesn't get too humid I enjoy it. I am yeah, I actually started planning the route the other day, going to do it at the end of the summer.

[Speaker 2] Nice, you should do it in a Beetle, it would make it even more fun!

[Speaker 1] That would be a lot of fun! I would have to buy one but I'm sure it'd be worth it, do you think I should get a new one or an older one?

[Speaker 2] I would get an older one that you could restore since you have some experience doing that

[Speaker 1] Oh I'm not sure if I could do it myself, it would probably take me a while haha! I could ask my friend to come with me, we could use their Beetle instead of mine. How is yours coming alone now? Got much left to do on it?

[Speaker 2] It would be awesome if your friend would go with you, i am almost done with the restoration, just some finishinig touches, do you think you will be done with your degree before the trip?

[Speaker 1] Cool! What colour did you decide on? I hope so, I'd like to get it finished before I leave, then I can take the trip as a celebration!

[Speaker 2] Best graduation reward to yourself ever haha! I am pretty sure i will paint it red, how about you, which color would you pick?


I enjoy food and eat meat.

I like snowboarding.

I used to work for cisco.

My favorite performer is charlie parker.

I'm going to buy a new car.

I am girl.

I am a young girl who is still in highschool.

I enjoy marching band in the fall and concert band in the season.

My parents are both teachers.

My favorite subject is english.

I like jazz.
I'm buying a car.
I snowboard.
I quit my job.
I eat steak.

I am in high school. I don't drive.

I have parents. I don't want to be a teacher.

[Speaker 1] Hey, hows it going!

[Speaker 2] Good, just got out of band practice. Got a concert coming up!

[Speaker 1] Sweet, I like jazz personally, charlie parker type stuff.

[Speaker 2] Cool, we are playing jazz music at the concert..

[Speaker 1] If I wasn't buying a new car I'd probably want to know more about the concert location!

[Speaker 2] Wow, what kind of car is it?

[Speaker 1] Not sure yet, something I can take to go snowboarding!

[Speaker 2] Cool, I am you and still in highschool. I can't drive yet.

[Speaker 1] Cool! I just quit working for cisco so looking for something new soon.

[Speaker 2] How long had you worked there?

[Speaker 1] Long enough to know it's not what I want, anyway I'm about to eat some steak c-ya!

[Speaker 2] That's interesting, my parents are teachers and I don't want to be one.

[Speaker 1] I don't blame you!.

[Speaker 2] I am still in highschool and I still have time to pick, have a good day.

I am in high school. I don't drive.

[Speaker 1] How was your jazz concert?

[Speaker 2] It went well, but our saxophonist was a little under the weather and couldn't catch his breath.

[Speaker 1] Sounds like they should have taken the day off. Have you had any other shows recently?

[Speaker 2] No, but we are playing at the Jazz festival saturday night.  You should come!

[Speaker 1] I'd like to. I'm buying a car right now so I should be able to make it there. Where is it at?

[Speaker 2] Down near the marina in the park.

[Speaker 1] Sounds great. I just quit my job earlier today so I should be free to make it there to see you! Would you like a ride since you don't drive?

[Speaker 2] I'd appreciate that!  What kind of car did you finally decide to buy?

[Speaker 1] I ended up with an ice cream truck. It's not very fast but it's a lot of fun! I'm going to serve steak out of it.

[Speaker 2] What a great idea! Is that why you quit your job?  What did you do before?

[Speaker 1] I operated a jackhammer. I enjoy cooking so much I wanted to do that instead.

[Speaker 2] It's always best to do what you like. More rewarding that way.  That's why I'm going to major in music in college.

I like jazz.

I'm buying a car.

I snowboard.

I recently quit my job.

I eat steak.

In my job I operated a jackhammer. I love cooking.

I am in high school. I don't drive.

I had a jazz concert recently. I haven't had any other shows except the jazz concert frequently. I am playing at the Jazz festival on Saturday night. My concert is near the marina in the park.

I am going to major in music in college.

[Speaker 1] Do you have any jazz shows coming up?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I am playing in a concert at the Jazz festival on Saturday night! Would you be interested in coming?

[Speaker 1] I would love to, but I'm so busy with getting the ice cream truck ready. I really hope your concert is going to be a big success though. Are you nervous playing in front of so many people?

[Speaker 2] Sometimes I get nervous, but once I get into the music everyone disappears! I have a great idea, why don't you bring the ice cream truck to the festival, it would be great for sales.

[Speaker 1] That would be a great idea, if I get it ready in time I will! What instrument do you play?

[Speaker 2] I would do you best to try to make it to the concert. I play the piano! Since you love jazz, do you play any instruments?

[Speaker 1] That's so cool. No, I don't, but I would love to learn to play one. What would you suggest is a good first instrument to learn?

[Speaker 2] I think that the easiest instrument to learn is the bass. Once you learn, you can try something else.

[Speaker 1] Sounds great. Do you know if a bass guitar is expensive to buy?

[Speaker 2] I think that you can get one for a few hundred dollars. Once you decide if its the right instrument for you, then you can look into getting a better one.

[Speaker 1] I might just get one and start learning! Do you play any other instruments besides the piano?

[Speaker 2] Unfortunately, I am only really comfortable with the piano! I find it difficult to learn new instruments, so I only focus on one.

I like jazz.

I'm buying a car.

I snowboard.

I recently quit my job.

I eat steak.

I am buying an ice cream truck and will serve steak out of it. I am working to get my ice cream truck ready for sales.

I would like to attend a jazz concert. I am a busy person.

I do not play an instrument. I would like to learn to play an instrument. I may try to learn to play the bass.

I am in high school. I don't drive.

I get nervous before my jazz shows. My nerves go away once I start playing my music.

I think the bass is the easiest instrument to learn. I only know how to play the piano.

[Speaker 1] I finally got all the prep work done on my ice cream truck! Now I have to get all my permit and certificates so I can start selling ice cream and steak out of it!

[Speaker 2] Wow that's seriously so awesome! It's really coming together! If you need anyone to play some music on your opening day, let me know LOL

[Speaker 1] Would you be down to play a show on opening day? That would actually be awesome and I think would draw a huge crowd. nothing beats ice cream and a show!

[Speaker 2] Yeah for sure! I'd love to do that. As long as I get some steak haha I love that you're selling steak out of an ice cream truck. Such a unique idea!

[Speaker 1] I think so too! A lot of times when people have an ice cream truck they go with things like hot dogs and burgers, I am like nah, lets get a little wild and go steak. Of course the steak sauce will available too!

[Speaker 2] Yum that sounds so good. Making me hungry! I'm so excited for you...a new adventure awaits!

[Speaker 1] I just wanted to do something I enjoy, and that is making others happy! So that always makes me feel good. How is your band doing? Any big gigs coming up?

[Speaker 2] That's awesome. Yup we have a gig coming up next week. It's a pretty big one so we're excited!

[Speaker 1] Is there any tickets left? I have been wanting to go to a concert!

[Speaker 2] Yes there should be! I'll forward you the email with all the details so you can buy tickets. Would love to have you come.

[Speaker 1] That would be amazing! i will be there front row just vibing, dancing my face off with a drink in hand!

[Speaker 2] Haha the dream! Maybe I'll pull you up on stage for a song LOL think you could handle the tambourine?

I like jazz.

I'm buying a car.

I snowboard.

I recently quit my job.

I eat steak.

I got all the prep work done on my ice cream truck.  I have to get all my permit and certificates so I can start selling ice cream and steak out of it.

I am in a band. I perform live. I play jazz music. We have a gig coming up next week.

I am in high school. I don't drive.

[Speaker 1] Do you have any special outfits, which you wear during your concerts?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I like to wear suits similar to what they wore back in the Jazz age. I find a lot of my outfits by thrifting and searching the internet.

[Speaker 1] That is so cool! I know a lot of Jazz players wear cool hats too, have you found any cool hats you wear when you perform?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I have a few of them. One of them was given to me by my great grandfather who use to play in a jazz band when he was younger

[Speaker 1] Oh wow so the love of jazz and the talent for music runs in the family. Do you ever write your own songs? If so, any favorites?

[Speaker 2] I do play a few made up verses here and there but nothing that I have recorded.

[Speaker 1] Do you have a favorite jazz player to play along with then?

[Speaker 2] Oh man, my list is long! Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Duke Ellington, and more! So how is your ice cream truck coming along?

[Speaker 1] It is going well! Since it is summer, people are out and about now. I have made some yummy sauces to go with the steak too.

[Speaker 2] Oh nice! I would love to try it, you will have to tell me where you are located!

[Speaker 1] Oh yes, feel free to come by sometime. I am in Cleveland. Question - do you think steak flavored ice cream would be a good addition to the truck?

[Speaker 2] Hmm.. there might be people out there crazy enough to try it! It sounds interesting for sure, sweet and savory.


I grew up in the city.
My favorite drink is iced tea.
I love visiting the zoo.
I have one cat that just had a kitten.
I just got a new hair cut and color.

I am british.
I am a metal worker.
I have immigrated to the united states.
I am divorced.
I have 1 child.

I love ice tea. I have a kitten.
I go to the zoo often.
I grew up in big cities.

I don't have pets. I am separated from my wife.

I have a child.

I just got to america.

I worked in metal work factories.

[Speaker 1] I love this iced tea but my cat just spilled it. Do you have pets?

[Speaker 2] My wife took them when I moved out.

[Speaker 1] Oh sorry to hear that. Unless you perceive that as a good thing.

[Speaker 2] Well, I am glad our child will have them with me away.

[Speaker 1] That's good. You can take them to the zoo. I go there a lot to see animals.

[Speaker 2] Which one? I just got to america and don't know any places.

[Speaker 1] Most major cities have a good zoo and kids love them. I don't know all the names.

[Speaker 2] I see, with british leyland the way it is, I had to go to unfamiliar lands.

[Speaker 1] I grew up in several big cities and always loved visiting the zoo.

[Speaker 2] The factories I metal work at are always in cities, so I am there too.

[Speaker 1] My cat has a kitten now so I am starting my own zoo now.

[Speaker 2] It's like you are a grandparent now. Have you told the family?

I have a child.

I just got to america.

I worked in metal work factories.

[Speaker 1] I followed your advice and told the family about the kitten.

[Speaker 2] How did it go? I hope everything went well.

[Speaker 1] How what did  go?? Can you be more specific??

[Speaker 2] Telling your family about the kitten? You said you told them. I wish I had pets.

[Speaker 1] Tell my family what about my Kitten??? You make no sense.I think you are working to much on that factory.

[Speaker 2] Ugh, fine. We'll talk about something else. Have you been to the zoo at all lately?

[Speaker 1] You know I go to the zoo on a weekly basis.It is my thing.Did you get a hobby after your divorce?

[Speaker 2] Not really. Don't have the time, between work and childcare. My kid really wants to go to the zoo, what animal enclosures would you recommend we make a priority?

[Speaker 1] Nothing beats the Tigers!! They are just gorgeous. The monkeys are funny.

[Speaker 2] Cool, we'll make sure to stop by those two first. My kid is obsessed with monkeys anyway, so we'll probably spend half the day there!

[Speaker 1] I bet you guys are gonna have lot's of fun at the zoo.That place is great

[Speaker 2] I wonder if they have any family discounts? I'll have to check. Sometimes you can get in to places like that cheaper if you go at a weird time or on an off day. I could call in sick to work and go to the zoo instead, ha!

I love ice tea. I have a kitten.

I grew up in big cities.

I am separated from my wife.

I have a child.

I just got to america.

I worked in metal work factories.

I wish I had pets. I have a kid who wants to go to the zoo. My kid likes monkeys.

[Speaker 1] If you go to the zoo be sure to bring a good camera.

[Speaker 2] What are the best animals to take pictures of?

[Speaker 1] You can take photos of monkeys, since your kid likes them. I bet it will be a good experience. How old is she?

[Speaker 2] I guess monkeys are always doing something funny. My girl is 8 and is starting to get quite independent!

[Speaker 1] You'll love monkeys. You know they are some sort of "semi humans" so they are quite fun to be around. Have you found a school for your child to attend?

[Speaker 2] Yes we have a good school that very close, which works out well. I am sure the monkeys play tricks on people when at the zoo, they are just so funny.

[Speaker 1] That's nice. Is her recent trend of independence worrying you?

[Speaker 2] Not worrying but it is getting a bit frustrating as she insists she can do things all by herself. But that is not always the case.

[Speaker 1] That's quite normal for kids as they grow toward puberty. But then you can always sit with her and affirm to her that you are there for her- probably her mother's absence is a contributing factor to that.

[Speaker 2] That is probably a good idea. It can be hard being a parent as it is something you have learn whilst doing it.

[Speaker 1] That's true. It's often said that everyday presents us a learning opportunity, and I agree with that. Not only does it apply in parenting, but also in other aspects if life. Have you considered getting a nanny to help be with her while you're mostly at work, or she isn't for the idea?

[Speaker 2] It is something we have thought about but we want as much time as possible to be family. I think sometimes people forget that is the most important thing.

I love ice tea. I have a kitten.

I grew up in big cities.

I go to the zoo weekly. I like the tigers and monkeys. I think monkeys are good to photograph.

I am separated from my wife.

I just got to america.

I worked in metal work factories.

I like to take pictures.

I have a daughter. My daughter is 8. My daughter is independent. I think monkeys are funny.

My daughter goes to a good school.

I have thought about getting a nanny. I think family time is important.

[Speaker 1] I have decided to visit the zoo again next week, maybe I'll see you there.

[Speaker 2] That sounds like a wonderful time. I'm excited. What's your favorite animal there?

[Speaker 1] There is this beautiful tiger name Joshua. He looks so elegant, but he tries to pee on visitors. I think he is unhappy there. I want to see him again although it breaks my little heart.

[Speaker 2] I know what you mean. I love seeing the animals, but I get wicked sad when I think about them living in cages and confined spaces. At least they are safe from poachers.

[Speaker 1] That is true. Maybe your daughter would enjoy a trip to the zoo with you. Some great bonding time!

[Speaker 2] I keep pushing for her school to take a field trip there, just so I have another reason to go see the animals.

[Speaker 1] Ooo! Why won't they? That sounds great! You could also get her a pet. It will help her to work on being responsible. Kittens are pretty great ;)

[Speaker 2] I am not sure we are ready for a pet at our house. It's crazy enough! Maybe a fish or something, but no cats or dogs for a while. I know she'd love having a kitten, but I am not ready. Do you have any pets?

[Speaker 1] I still have my kitten. She is a sweetheart. Not as much work as you would think since they do not need to go on walks. Basically we just get to enjoy pets together.

[Speaker 2] But you can't really leave her, right? My family like to go on camping adventures over the weekend, not sure how that'd work with a kitten at home.

[Speaker 1] I may need to wait a few more months, but then I would not feel bad leaving her for a night or two. They do have kitty daycares too!

[Speaker 2] THat's true. I'd feel a little bit bad about shipping her off somewhere for a night or two, I am sure she'd get confused.

I love ice tea. I have a kitten.

I grew up in big cities.

I going to zoo next week.

My favorite animal  tiger name Joshua. I have a cat. I like to enjoy pets together.

I going to leave here in few months.

I am separated from my wife.

I just got to america.

I worked in metal work factories.

I like to take pictures.

My daughter goes to a good school.

My daughters independence is frustrating to me. My daughters mother is gone. I find parenting hard. I push my daughter school to trip there.

I too like animals. I'm getting worried about while I think about them living in cages and confined spaces. I don't have pets.

My family like to go on camping adventures the weekend.

[Speaker 1] How was your trip? Did your daughter like that place?

[Speaker 2] Yes she loved it!  It was a great weekend. Have you done much camping?

[Speaker 1] I have done a little camping and would like to do more in the future. What is one of your favorite places to camp?

[Speaker 2] I like Manitoba. Do you camp in a tent or Yurt, cabin or camper trailer?

[Speaker 1] I've only camped in a tent so far, but would like to try out a camper trailer. What do use for camping?

[Speaker 2] We usually do tents but we have camped in yurts too. Did you go to the zoo last weekend?

[Speaker 1] I see. Yes, I did make it to the zoo.  Have you gone to your local zoo?

[Speaker 2] I went to the Bronx zoo it was amazing! Did you get to see Joshua?

[Speaker 1] I think the Bronx Zoo is one of the best in the country.   Yes, I did see Joshua.  Did you use a season pass for the zoo or just a one time ticket?

[Speaker 2] One time. I was just there visititng family. What is your favorite zoo to visit?

[Speaker 1] I think the Ashville Zoo is nice. What are your plans for the next weekend?

[Speaker 2] I have a trip planned to visit friends in London. Do you know anything about the London zoo? I think I may try to visit it.


I have blonde hair and blue eyes.
My parents are both from the north.
I lived in alaska for 3 years.
I want to retire on a beach.
I have a small smart car.

I will be going to college next year.

I study neuroscience and volunteer in a research lab.

I am working on becoming an eagle scout.

I work at a fast food restaurant.

I like to eat ice cream.

I have a smart car. I'm moving near a beach. I want to retire at the beach. I have blonde hair and blue eyes.

I liked girls in college.

I am unemployed.

I work in a fast food restaurant.

I am trying to save money. I want lots of ice cream.

[Speaker 1] Hows it going!

[Speaker 2] It's good here! How are you?

[Speaker 1] Rying to figure out how to get all my stuff in a smart car,time to move!

[Speaker 2] Good luck! Where are you moving to?

[Speaker 1] Somewhere with a beach! I'll fit right in with blonde hair and blue eyes!

[Speaker 2] I wish I was moving to a beach! I'm going to college next year instead.

[Speaker 1] Nice I was in college in alaska, dropped out after 3rd year though.

[Speaker 2] What did you study? I'm studying neuroscience.

[Speaker 1] Girls mostly! Since my parents are from the north they sent me there.

[Speaker 2] Makes sense. What do you do now? I'm working in a fast food restaurant.

[Speaker 1] At the moment, I'm jobless and carefree.

[Speaker 2] I wish. I'm trying to save money for college so I can buy lots of ice cream.

[Speaker 1] The beach keeps calling me, I want to retire there one day!

[Speaker 2] That sounds like the life!

I liked girls in college.

I am unemployed.

I work in a fast food restaurant.

[Speaker 1] I found a surf board to bring to the beach.

[Speaker 2] Good for you!! I studying so hard I have no time to go to the beach.

[Speaker 1] Neuroscience is a tough nut to crack! Have you done Organic Chemistry yet?

[Speaker 2] Yes .In my 4th semester. I wish I could have tiem to date hot girls in college like you did.I bet you missed those days, right?

[Speaker 1] My uncle's an MD. Right before I went to study pre-med in Alaska, he suggested I get a leg up on Organic Chemistry *before* I got to school. So, in the summer months between my senior year in high school and my freshman year in college, I read a text book and found a tutor....

[Speaker 2] C'om now!! I blonde guy with blue eyes like you in college?? I bet the organic chemistry you studied was between you and the chicks.

[Speaker 1] Heh, that's the problem: I didn't finish school *because* I was socializing hard. I met my wife there. Fortunately for both of us, she has a good job....

[Speaker 2] Just to make sure you don't end up working in a fast food place like I do.Try to get a decent job!!!

[Speaker 1] Oh, I will. Thanks! I have a line on a job as a surfing instructor! $30/hour!

[Speaker 2] That is sweet!!! Good money!! Even better since you are moving near the beach!! I bet you are going to do great

[Speaker 1] If I can manage 5 hours a day, I'll be doing very well indeed! Since the weather is usually good here in Southern California, it's doable.

[Speaker 2] If I ever became a neurosurgeon. I will try to get a job in Southern California.Then you can teach me how to surf.

I have a smart car. I'm moving near a beach. I want to retire at the beach. I surf at the beach.

I have blonde hair and blue eyes.

I went to college in Alaska. I did not finish college. I was socializing. I met my wife at school. My wife has a good job.

I liked girls in college.

I am unemployed. I am interested in a surfing instructor job. I will do great if I work 5 hours a day.

My uncle is an MD. I studied organic chemistry before college.

I am going to college next year. I'm studying neuroscience. I took organic chemistry in my 4th semester.

I work in a fast food restaurant.

If I become a neurosurgeon I will try to work in Southern California.

[Speaker 1] I found out more about the surfing instructor job hours.

[Speaker 2] Do they work well for you?

[Speaker 1] Mostly. I think I will go for it anyway. It will be good practice for job applications. What do you think you will do when you finish college?

[Speaker 2] May as well give it go then, especially as you enjoy surfing so much. I like the idea of being a leading research scientist, developing new medicines.

[Speaker 1] Oh yes, that sounds fascinating. I wish I had stuck with chemistry myself.

[Speaker 2] It is amazing what you can do with chemistry. Sometimes it scares me how much we can learn about the world around us.

[Speaker 1] I know what you mean. I wonder whether we will ever find the answers to the question of life.

[Speaker 2] That's exactly what I want to try and find myself. I think it will be a question that never gets answered though.

[Speaker 1] It's probably for the best. What would humans be like if there was no more to learn?

[Speaker 2] We would probably end up ruining the universe. But you do not have to worry about any of that when you retire to the beach.

[Speaker 1] Surfing is a great way to take your mind off things, especially the more worrying issues the world faces today.

[Speaker 2] That must be awesome. I wish I could surf and forget about all the problems in the world.

I have blonde hair and blue eyes.

I liked girls in college.

I need practice with job applications. I love surfing. I use surfing to take my mind off things going on in the world.

I work in a fast food restaurant.

I want to be a research scientist. I would love to work on developing new medicines.

I love learning about chemistry.

I would love to use science to answer all the questions about life but do not think they will all be answered.

I can not surf. I wish I knew how to surf.

[Speaker 1] With some encouragement from my wife and applied for the surf instructor job! Now I just have to nervously wait for a response.

[Speaker 2] That's exciting, I wish you the best luck. That's way cooler than my gig! Flipping burgers gets to you after awhile. But there's ice cream!

[Speaker 1] Yes, but you're in school, studying to become a neurosurgeon. At least you have a good paying job on the horizon.

[Speaker 2] Yes! I'm excited for that but right now it feels so far away. I'd like to learn how to surf, maybe you could teach me too?

[Speaker 1] Of course I'll teach you. Free of charge, for sure. I just love to surf and to teach, so hopefully this job will work out. And life moves pretty fast, so you'll be done with school before you know it!

[Speaker 2] Sounds good, thanks! Yeah I sure hope so, the late nights are getting tough. Hopefully it will get easier after I graduate. It sound like a perfect fit for you then!

[Speaker 1] Well, if you get a job in Southern California, then we can surf all the time! Scripps is a good research place, I've heard. And there are a ton in Los Angeles, UCLA, USC, St. Jude, just a ton. Will you need to go on to grad school?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I'm looking forward to moving there if I can. Surfing will be great! I'm glad there's so many. I think that I will, but I'm not sure yet. What did your uncle do?

[Speaker 1] My uncle had to go to medical school after his 4 year college. He went to Boston College for his undergrad, then on to Duke Medical School. He then went to St. Louis for his residency and then was able to open his private practice. It was a lot of school, but worth it for him. I don't think I could do it, but I'm sure you can.

[Speaker 2] A lot of school is right, most of that is ahead of me still. It's reassuring that he thinks it was worth it! I appreciate that, I'm sure I will envy you many times!

[Speaker 1] Yeah, but think about the money! And of course all of the good you will do. You'll change the world! Or at least help someone live longer and/or better. Me? I'll just be teaching surfing! Ha!

[Speaker 2] I hope I will, I have to keep reminding myself of that. Don't be hard on yourself, you'll bring many people joy with your passion. I'm excited for you to teach me, it will take my mind off of things.

I have blonde hair and blue eyes.

I liked girls in college.

I am unemployed. I applied for a surf instructor job. I love to surf and I love to teach. I will do great if I work 5 hours a day.

I live in Southern California.

I work in a fast food restaurant. I flip burgers for a living.  The restaurant I work at has ice cream.

I love learning about chemistry.

I'm studying to be a neurosurgeon. I stay up studying late into the night sometimes. I will eventually go to grad school.

[Speaker 1] I have an interview lined up for the surf instructor job I told you about.

[Speaker 2] Awesome! Are you excited for it? The job seem like a good fit?

[Speaker 1] This job matches the passion I have for surfing so I am very excited. I have been practicing for the interview, too!

[Speaker 2] Are you practicing with yourself in the mirror or with friends? I think both can be really helpful.

[Speaker 1] I've been practicing with my wife, it has been helpful. How has work been going for you?

[Speaker 2] Oh, I'm tired. I feel like I'm learning a lot but it's a lot to learn at school which makes it harder to really focus on flipping burgers.

[Speaker 1] I bet! Your classes have to be tough, and at some point you will have to quit to focus on your classes and residency, right?

[Speaker 2] Not til grad school--or maybe til I'm spending a lot of time applying to grad schools. I really need the money, and while it takes up time, its easy

[Speaker 1] I see, have you thought about which grad schools you might want to apply to?

[Speaker 2] I'm not sure. I've been talking to professors about the best places and am just making a list. :) I think I'd like to move someplace fun like the West coast. Maybe I can even go to grad school in CA and then start working there.

[Speaker 1] California is great! And if you move here, maybe I could teach you how to surf!

[Speaker 2] That would be awesome. I've never been on the ocean. Is it scary?


My favorite hobby is scuba diving.
I've been to hawaii three times.
I'm a us marine veteran.
I have two pet snakes.
My wife and I just got divorced.

I just colored my hair blue.

I bought a new dress for the easter weekend.

I will be going out of town for spring break.

I have a new car that my mom gave me.

I turn 29 years next week.

I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times.

I have been through a divorce.

I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes.

I dyed my hair blue.

My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii.

My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday.

[Speaker 1] Good day. How are you?

[Speaker 2] I'm good, just finished dying my hair blue, what are you up to?

[Speaker 1] Finishing up scuba diving lessons, feeding the snakes.

[Speaker 2] Woah, you have snakes? That's crazy. Not scared of them?

[Speaker 1] Nah, saw more scarier stuff in the marines. Snakes are easy.

[Speaker 2] Is that where you became interested in scuba? Im going to spring break, might try it myself.

[Speaker 1] I just needed a hobby to distract from the divorce. You ever been to hawaii?

[Speaker 2] Ouch. Nope never been, is that where you live?

[Speaker 1] I've been 3 times on tour. Where are you going for spring break?

[Speaker 2] Driving down to florida, my mom just bought me a new car for my 29th!

[Speaker 1] Happy birthday! Are you in grad school?

[Speaker 2] Yup I am. Well law school actually, how about you?

[Speaker 1] I've been thinking about taking herpetology classes. How much longer you got in law school?

[Speaker 2] 1 more year. What's herpetology? Sounds like a disease.

I have been through a divorce.

I dyed my hair blue.

[Speaker 1] I meant to tell you, herpetology is the study of snakes, by the way.

[Speaker 2] What got you interest in that sort of thing?

[Speaker 1] When I was a kid I saw a snake shed its skin. Just a little cornsnake type thing, but I thought it was so crazy!

[Speaker 2] That would have scared me so much. I'm still very anxious around snakes.

[Speaker 1] That's understandable. I was a little bit too, but it's like anything - the more you know, the less your fear. How was your birthday by the way?

[Speaker 2] It was pretty nice. I had a party at a nice restaurant with a few friends. It was nice to take a break from my studies and hang out with them. I don't get to do that much these days.

[Speaker 1] That's understandable. I'm definitely going to make the most of my spare time before I start classes if I end up enrolling!

[Speaker 2] Do you already have a biology degree or something? Where would they allow you to specialize in herpetology?

[Speaker 1] There are some very nuanced and specific colleges. Like agricultural and farming colleges, but with exotic animals. Sadly you pay alot for that type of specialist knowledge.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I wonder how expensive it would be compared to law school. That would definitely be a big commitment.

[Speaker 1] Probably about on par with law school, but with way less practical applications and earning potential after graduation? Lol. Unless I was an exotic vet, maybe?

[Speaker 2] Well it would definitely be an interesting life experience. I'm sure they need herpetologists somewhere!

I am taking scuba diving lessons. I have pet snakes. I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes.

I have been through a divorce.

I dyed my hair blue.

My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday and a party with friends.

I am attending law school. I have one more year to go. I usually am studying and dont have a lot of free time.

I am scared of snakes.

[Speaker 1] I almost didn't tell you, but one of my snakes escaped the other day! luckily I found him, so you don't have to worry haha

[Speaker 2] Omg I'm so scared of snakes! Can't you get a cute pet like a rabbit?!

[Speaker 1] Haha. I don't like rabbits, because for some reason, they end up messing the hood. Besides, the snakes I keep are always, say, sedated, so they never cause any harm. It's interesting having them

[Speaker 2] How about another reptile like a gecko? They'd be interesting to learn about if you decided to do your herpetology course.

[Speaker 1] I actually study reptiles in general, but I prefer keeping snakes for pets. I mean, you can't hang a gecko around your neck while basking at the balcony and sipping some espresso.

[Speaker 2] Haha too true! I'd love to get a pet but it would be tricky while I'm at law school. Do you think I'd be able to sneak one into the dorms?

[Speaker 1] I'm afraid the authorities at school won't allow that. Besides, it may cause unwanted commotion at school as it will be frightening to your colleagues. However, you can keep one once you're done. How is law school taking you? I'm told you guys study the whole constitution in fine detail.

[Speaker 2] What about a goldfish, could I get away with that?! It's soooo stressful, I know it will be worth it. How's work going for you?

[Speaker 1] That could be easy to keep at school, because it's widely regarded as innocuous. Work is doing me fine. I'm getting back at my feet after my divorce which milked a lot of my resources. Be careful when selecting a partner, else you'll get screwed up.

[Speaker 2] I appreciate that advice! You need to get yourself back on the dating scene.

[Speaker 1] I have to admit that I was young and impulsive when making my former choice, but then now I'm wise enough. I'll be cautious and all rational when I next meet someone. Consider reading the book, "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi. That book with model you really well, for this life.

[Speaker 2] I'll look into ordering that for my spring break trip to Florida. Do you have any holiday plans?

I am taking scuba diving lessons.  I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes.

I have been through a divorce.

I have pet snakes. one of them escaped couple days ago. I caught it. I don't like rabbits. My snakes are sedated, they never cause any harm.

I study reptiles in general.

I read "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi.

I dyed my hair blue.

My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida on spring. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii.

I am scared of snakes.

I'd love to get a pet. I have no extra time.

[Speaker 1] So how is your new car? Do you satisfied with the present?

[Speaker 2] Yes! Best present ever. But not sure how much driving I'll be doing once law school starts back up. How are the scuba diving lessons going?

[Speaker 1] Great, I am glad you enjoyed it! The scuba lessons are going good! I am slowly learning the process. Have you given anymore thought into taking lessons yourself?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, thinking I should seize the opportunity in Florida. Let me know if you have any pointers. The snakes still behaving themselves? No more escapes.

[Speaker 1] Yes, I will let you know some pointers once I get further into the course. Maybe we can get together and scuba dive at some point. The snakes are behaving themselves, haha.

[Speaker 2] Sounds awesome. So it sounds like you like your job. What do you do?

[Speaker 1] I am currently in school learning about animals, I would like to be a veterinarian soon. Right now I am an assistant.

[Speaker 2] Oh, cool. How does your interest in other animals compare to your interest in snakes? Maybe you can be a snake specialist!

[Speaker 1] Yes, I would love to be a snake specialist, but unfortunately it is a difficult job to get in my region.

[Speaker 2] I don't believe you've mentioned where that is. Ever think of moving?

[Speaker 1] I was thinking of moving in the future, but I have to finish school first.

[Speaker 2] Oh, I thought you were still thinking of whether to start classes. Choosing a school is a huge decision. Once you finish, the world can be your oyster.

I am taking scuba diving lessons. The lessons are going well.  I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes.

I have been through a divorce.

I study reptiles in general.

I read "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi.

I am a vet assistant.  I'm going to school to learn to be a veterinarian.

I would like to be a vet who specializes in snakes.

I dyed my hair blue.

I am scared of snakes.

I live in Florida.

[Speaker 1] Are you flying to Florida or will you drive your new car?

[Speaker 2] I'll probably take the new car. I enjoy taking a drive, hopefully no snakes in my travels!

[Speaker 1] Haha yeah I think you should be good!  What kind of car did you end up getting from you mom?

[Speaker 2] Just a little Honda Civic, she really wants to support my studies.

[Speaker 1] That's really kind of her, I'm sure that will help out with getting around especially in law school.  How has your studies been?  Are you prepared for you next semester?

[Speaker 2] I think I'm about as prepared as I can be. Really thinking of getting a pet to help relieve stress. Not sure what would be best, any suggestions?

[Speaker 1] Awww that would be amazing!  Honestly, a puppy can be the best but they require a lot more work for the first 6 months but after that they are perfect animals (definitely go big dog like a Golden Retriever if you can). Cats are better with learning quickly since once they learn where their litter box is, they generally take care of themselves.  What are you leaning more towards?

[Speaker 2] I love dogs, especially big ones that are super fluffy.  But I do like that cats are a little more self sufficient. Aren't they sort of bratty though? I want one that will be cuddly with me.

[Speaker 1] Haha they can be cuddly too!  It all comes down to the owner in most cases.  But I personally think dogs are better in my opinion.  Definitely go big and fluffy, they are just so much smarter and less prone to accidents when younger and potty training.  They learn quickly.

[Speaker 2] I think a dog sounds great.  DO you think you'll do well being a vet and seeing the sad side of pets too?

[Speaker 1] Yeah that part I'm not looking forward to.  As a VA I've already been a part of some of those discussions which are tough, but being there to help people through those situations, while tough, also helps provide them comfort.  I feel for all animals that come through, and I know there will be tougher days.  Do you know what kind of law you'll want to practice?

[Speaker 2] I want to do good in the world. I really think I'd like to be a public defender even though I know it really doesn't pay much.


I am omnivorous.
I like rock climbing.
My favorite band is 21 pilots.
I work in a restaurant.
I enjoy going for a walk.

I'm a carnivore, I eat meat.
I'm 26 years old and I am a workaholic.
I frequently think about going to work.
I'm slightly in debt.
My favorite band is black sabbath.

I work in the food industry. I am a dishwasher.

My favorite band is 21 Pilots.

I am a car salesman.

I like music. I make salary plus commission at work.

[Speaker 1] Hey, how's it going. What are you up to?

[Speaker 2] Hey. Just kickin it. About to make dinner.

[Speaker 1] Nice, what are you making?

[Speaker 2] Bone-in ribeye steak from trader joe's. It's kosker from teva.

[Speaker 1] Sounds good! I actually have a job in the food industry.

[Speaker 2] Oh yeah? What do you do?

[Speaker 1] I clean the dishes and lick the plates clean. What do you do for a living?

[Speaker 2] I work at a car dealership in sales. I am getting good at it.

[Speaker 1] Do you like it? What do you do in your spare time?

[Speaker 2] I am on salary plus commission, so I spend all my time there. I like music.

[Speaker 1] Oh yea? My fav band is 21 pilots, you like them?

[Speaker 2] I saw their show once. I like sabbath. Would have loved to see them.

[Speaker 1] Never heard of them. What kind of music are they?

[Speaker 2] Classic hard rock. Pre-metal.

My favorite band is 21 Pilots.

I am a car salesman.

[Speaker 1] Whats your favorite concert you've ever been to?

[Speaker 2] I was at a Black Sabbath concert in Stockholm.It was epic.What about you? Whats is your favorite concert of all time?

[Speaker 1] favorite for me was definitely 21 Pilots. I go see them every time they play within a couple hours of me!

[Speaker 2] I dishwasher being a 21 Pilots fan?? That is unusual!!

[Speaker 1] How is that unusual? I didn't realize your job dictated what kind of music you should like.

[Speaker 2] You're right.I  sale cars while being a Black Sabath fan.That is also unusual

[Speaker 1] You like what you like. what is a band or artist that you like that people would be surprised to find out you listen to?

[Speaker 2] Black Sabath off-course.People at work think is odd a clean cute guy like me is on Black Sabath.Do you get that reaction sometimes?

[Speaker 1] not with 21 pilots. what kind of cars do you sell?

[Speaker 2] Mostly sport and sedans!! Are you in the market for a car?I can get you a great deal!!

[Speaker 1] I was meaning like which brand. I'm looking at subaru and audi. have any of those?

[Speaker 2] We sell the most popular brands. Not the luxury ones.We are the kind of dealership you can buy an affordable car

My favorite band is 21 Pilots. My favorite concert was 21 Pilots.

I might buy a Subaru or an Audi.

I'm a cute guy.

[Speaker 1] I think I finally found the car I want!

[Speaker 2] Yeah what car is it?

[Speaker 1] I got the new 2021 Subaru.  It's my dream car!

[Speaker 2] Yeah they are really nice cars. How much did you pay for it after?

[Speaker 1] I think it was like $35,000.  Probably chump change compared to a lot of the cars you sell.

[Speaker 2] Not bad at all, yeah I have some really expensive cars but do sell a few lower priced ones as well.

[Speaker 1] Do you have any subarus at the dealership?  I don't know if they're technically sedans?  Definitely not a sports car!

[Speaker 2] Yeah I got a couple of subarus here they are sedans.

[Speaker 1] Is the 2021 model that much better than the 2020?  I really like mine but I wasn't sure which would be the better deal.

[Speaker 2] There is not an awful lot of difference between them but I suppose thats down to the driver what they rather

[Speaker 1] Ah yeah, the dealership I bought at only had the 2021 model.  I'm glad I didn't get scammed.

[Speaker 2] No both are a good choice so you got a pretty good deal.

I might buy a Subaru or an Audi.

I just paid $35k for my new car. I was torn between a 2020 or 2021 Subaru.

I'm a cute guy.

I am a car salesman. I sell sports cars and sedans. I sell affordable cars. I sell expensive cars for a living.

I think Subarus are nice cars. I have some Subaru sedans for sale at the dealership I work for.

[Speaker 1] I drove my new car to work this afternoon to show it off! Everyone seemed really happy for me!

[Speaker 2] Thats great! You like it then? Would you recommend it?

[Speaker 1] I love my car I would for sure recommend to my friends. I have been wanting this car for a long time. Like I said above I was just undecided about getting the 2020 or the 2021. Do you know what the biggest deafferents is between the cars?

[Speaker 2] I should, but I can't think of them off the top of my head at the moment. What are the differences?

[Speaker 1] I was not to sure that's why I was asking you. I figured with you being a cars salesman and stuff you would know.

[Speaker 2] lol, I understand. I wish I could remember for you. I think it was something to do with the updated body style and safety ratings, and the better emission standards.

[Speaker 1] It is okay. I know being home from work you dont want to really have to think about work. That's what I thought was the deference. I just got the newer one because this way I knew it had everything I wanted.

[Speaker 2] How does the music sound in it? Almost as good as concert sound?

[Speaker 1] Yes, it sounds amazing. I did also upgrade to the best radio and speaker system I can get. I love being able to have the music like as if I was in a concert.

[Speaker 2] That's my favorite part of a new car myself lol. The new car sound and feel, its a whole new experience even if its an old  favorite. Have you tried any other music, or just your favorites?

[Speaker 1] Yes, it is one of the best things. I have not tried out any new music just my favorites for now. But I am open to suggestions on he music?

[Speaker 2] I like rock myself, so I'd of course recommend my favorites lol. Sabbath would be awesome, or maybe Pantera. Something in between yours and mine maybe, Linkin Park or Metallica?

I might buy a Subaru or an Audi.

I just bought a 2021 Subaru. My dream car is the Subaru I just bought. I am happy with my new car. I enjoy my new car's upgraded stereo system.

I like to listen to Sabbath. I like classic hard rock music. I saw Black Sabbath in Stockholm. It was my favorite concert. My favorite bands are Black Sabbath and Pantera.

I'm a cute guy.

[Speaker 1] I just listened to an hour of Metallica on my car's stereo system. I might start hanging out in there from now on.

[Speaker 2] That's awesome. I sell a lot of Subarus, just gotta watch that head gasket after 40k miles.

[Speaker 1] I absolutely love the sound system in my new car.  I tend to drive around to nowhere in particular just so I can listen to my awesome sound in the car.  By the way, since you sell cars, do you think I did good by getting a Subaru?

[Speaker 2] They're pretty nice and relatively affordable.  They tend to have the head gasket go bad around 40,000 miles so I'd get rid of it before then unless you want to spend the money on it.

[Speaker 1] Thanks for the heads up on that.  I will pay attention to that as I get close to the 40K mark.  What did you do today?  After I drove around for a while, I decided to go to the beach for a few hours.  I actually got to drive my new car on the sand and it was great.  I felt as though a lot of people were looking at my new ride.

[Speaker 2] I mostly just hung out around the house for the holiday weekend. I recently got a new truck so I've been working on upgrading that too. Was the beach nice?

[Speaker 1] The beach was fantastic!  I've always loved the beach anyway and it felt good to get out and just drive with nowhere in particular to go.  What kind of truck did you get?  My husband and I are looking for a new truck to pull a camper with.  Maybe you can give me some pointers.

[Speaker 2] I got a Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro.  I like to go off roading and it is top of the line right now.  It has a lot of power.  It's a lot of fun, and as a bonus, it even has a pretty good sound system with JBL speakers.

[Speaker 1] That sounds like a great truck.  Offroading also sounds like it might be fun, although I have never done it before.  I have a friend who has a place on his property that a lot of people go to to drive their vehicles over a bunch of dunes and through the mud...is that considered offroading?

[Speaker 2] Well, you're off the road, so yep! Haha, that sounds like a lot of fun

[Speaker 1] I guess in my younger days I might have liked something like that, but now I'm too old for that.  I might break a bone or two by the jolt of the car landing!

[Speaker 2] I hear ya, sometimes I feel like I'm getting too old for this stuff too. I like my slow, laidback job.


I love taking walks on the beach.

In my free time, I go on mountain hikes.

I can speak english and spanish fluently.

I'm currently in high school.

I am moving to a new house next week.

I live by the ocean.

I used to be an accountant.

I am ready to embark on a new career and life.

Now I am a freelance entrepreneur.

My dog is truly my best friend.

I love walks on the beach or mountain hikes.

I speak Spanish. I wanted to learn French.

I am not a freelance entrepreneur.

[Speaker 1] Hey, how's it going?

[Speaker 2] Good, just took my dog for a walk!

[Speaker 1] Ooo, what kind of dog? I love taking walks, especially on the beach or mountain hikes.

[Speaker 2] He is a golden retriever! We just got back from walking on the beach!

[Speaker 1] Awesome, what's his name? He have a good time?

[Speaker 2] His name is beau, and he is my best friend. He loves living next to the ocean.

[Speaker 1] Cool. What kind of a name is beau? French?

[Speaker 2] Yes, it means pretty boy.

[Speaker 1] Ah. I speak spanish fluently, always wanted to learn french. Do you speak it?

[Speaker 2] I only speak english, I used to work as an accountant.

[Speaker 1] Nice, I'm still in high school so no work experience yet.

[Speaker 2] Cool, I am not a freelance entrepreneuer.

I am not a freelance entrepreneur.

[Speaker 1] Do you still get accounting questions from friends?

[Speaker 2] Occasionally. Mainly around tax time.

[Speaker 1] Does that get annoying? Or does it feel good to be the go-to person?

[Speaker 2] I don't mind at all. Anything I can do to help others save money right now...

[Speaker 1] That's so kind! I don't have a ton of accounting needs at the moment because I'm still living at home and I don't work, but I have been considering taking commissions for some of my art online. I'll probably have to brush up on my accounting knowledge if I decided to take the plunge.

[Speaker 2] You know, you can always ask me. I'm semi-retired and have plenty of time on my hands. It sounds like you're setting up a business. If you need any help with that, I can assist!

[Speaker 1] Since you're semi-retired, do you still take formal clients? I like to think that I'll be successful enough to hire an accountant, but that's probably dreaming a bit too big.

[Speaker 2] Sure! I have several private clients, five if you choose to contract with me. I enjoy the work, but I'm not doing it fulltime...

[Speaker 1] How are you filling the rest of your time? Any fun hobbies?

[Speaker 2] I swim in the ocean, I read voraciously, I watch films, I listen to music, and I play (and sometimes teach) guitar.

[Speaker 1] I also enjoy listening to music; I'm not nearly talented enough to sing or play an instrument though. I think I exhaust all my creative power working on my art.

[Speaker 2] Not doing this task all over again.

I'm in high school. I don't have any work experience. I am unemployed.

I am a graphical artist. I do not pay many expenses because I live with my parents. I do not sell enough art for a sizable amount of profit. I am not confident in my artistic abilities.

I have a golden retriever named Beau. I live next to the ocean. I swim.

I only speak English. I used to be an accountant. I answer my friends' questions about accounting. I am older, and well-experienced. I offer my services as a consultant. I currently have four private clients who hire me as their accountant.

I am not a freelance entrepreneur.

I have an interest in reading and other forms of media. I have much free time. I enjoy the arts.

[Speaker 1] I sold my first piece of artwork online! Not for much though...

[Speaker 2] But hey its a start. Was is a painting or sculpture?

[Speaker 1] I know, have to start somewhere. It was digital art, so more like a modern day painting.

[Speaker 2] Oh wow, like graphic design? Is it a one time piece or is it something you can sell over and over again on say Etsy?

[Speaker 1] I could probably sell it a few times actually, but that might devalue it? Not that it is worth much.

[Speaker 2] True but if people can use it for their side hustle say like a tshirt business etc. I think it could take off and become passive income.

[Speaker 1] I see what you are saying. Get a collaborator to help use my artwork on other items. This could be a really good idea.

[Speaker 2] Yup and he can be basics ideas or drawings like a koala bear eating a donut and let them put a phrase with it and sell it on a shirt. I know a lot of people that do this.

[Speaker 1] Do they do well out of it? I can do simple drawings very quickly so could build it up fast.

[Speaker 2] Oh yeah, my best friend did a very simple circle design with a dragon and charges $2.95 to use it and sells at least 3-4 daily. Thats $12 a day without doing any work...$500 a year.

[Speaker 1] Wow, such easy work. I guess one you have made it you get a nice passive income. I do not know if I would be comfortable seeing so many people wearing my artwork though.

[Speaker 2] I can understand that but how would they know its yours?

I just sold my first piece of artwork online for a modest price. The piece I sold was digital artwork.

I am interested in potentially partnering with a merchandiser to reuse the same digital art on various items to create passive income.

I am not a freelance entrepreneur.

[Speaker 1] I've been giving a lot of thought to reselling my artwork for use on merch and I want to set something up. Would you be willing to help me launch it? Once I make enough income, you can be my accountant!

[Speaker 2] What do you need help with?

[Speaker 1] I need help managing the finances. We will need to figure out how much I need to get started and how much I would need to make in order to maintain my business and a profit. Is that something you would be interested in helping with?

[Speaker 2] I can give you some tips on how to get started, but at this stage, you'd do better talking to an artist who has had some success in this particular field.

[Speaker 1] That makes sense, I will do that! How is being a consultant going for you?

[Speaker 2] It's been great! One of my clients has had an surge in business, recently, so I've been spending more time on the job. I'm actually really excited for her!

[Speaker 1] That is great! That is so nice that you are able to help out your friends too!

[Speaker 2] Haha, true, but while working, I see her as a client. It's really important that when you're working with friends and family, that you still treat it like a professional relationship. I have seen too many businesses fail, because people could not separate the personal from the business.

[Speaker 1] That is a great tip! I will make sure to keep that in mind if I start my own business.  So how is Beau doing?

[Speaker 2] Beau's doing well! We just went for a walk about 10 minutes ago. He loves his walks, haha.

[Speaker 1] I bet he does! I wish I could get a dog but my parents keep saying no. How old is Beau?

[Speaker 2] Beau is about 10 years old now. It's crazy to see how much time has passed, since I first adopted him! Why won't your parents let you get a dog?

I am able to quickly produce simple drawings. I feel uncertain about seeing my artwork worn by others. I need help managing my finances to start selling my artwork.

I wish I could have a dog but my parents say no.

I have a golden retriever named Beau. My dog Beau is 10 years old now. I live next to the ocean. I swim.

I am not a freelance entrepreneur.

I think it is really important to keep a professional relationship when dealing with friends.

[Speaker 1] I've been trying to persuade my parents to let me have a dog, they're still not keen but have suggested I start doing dog walking for my neighbours, what do you think?

[Speaker 2] That's a great idea! It will show that you are responsible enough to take care of a dog, and maybe you could make some money to help pay for the dog as well! Dogs have a lot of expenses.

[Speaker 1] Yeah it seems like a no brainer to me, I love to walk on the beach and I love dogs so why not combine the two of them! How much walking does Beau need?

[Speaker 2] I take Beau for a run on the beach every morning. He's starting to show his age but he still loves it! Then I just let him out in the yard a couple times a day. I make sure he gets lots of exercise though.

[Speaker 1] That sounds soo nice, I'm so jealous! How's work going, what is it you do again?

[Speaker 2] I work in accounting, but I don't work for a firm anymore. I'm bridging the gap to retirement by just doing work on a case by case basis. It's not very exciting to talk about but I enjoy it! How is your art coming along?

[Speaker 1] That sounds very difficult it must keep you very busy! Since selling my first piece of art a few days I have managed to sell another but unfortunately the money is not very good at all, hopefully one day I can get better and be able to sell it for more!

[Speaker 2] I don't really understand NFTs yet. It sounds very interesting. I would love to buy one of your pieces! Even just a old fashioned drawing lol

[Speaker 1] That's soo kind of you, but I'm not sure I would have anything you would like, I don't think I'm very good!

[Speaker 2] Don't sell yourself short! I've seen your work and it's great! Just keep making art in your free time and your skill and confidence will grow!

[Speaker 1] Thanks it really means a lot for you to say that, I really appreciate it!

[Speaker 2] Well you deserve the encouragement. I wish I had pursued more creative things when I was your age. Not that I don't love accounting! It would be nice to have more artistic hobbies though.