I am a hunter.

I like to go hunting.

My favorite animal to hunt is deer.

Deer are over populated and that concerns me.

I am generally concerned about wildlife.

I like hiking.
I'm a kind person.
I wish for equality.
I don't vote.
I love my neighbor john.

I enjoy killing deer.

I enjoy hiking.

I don't vote.

[Speaker 1] Hello!!! How are you tonight!!?

[Speaker 2] I'm lovesick. I'm in love with my neighbor john.

[Speaker 1] Oh my gosh!! That's crazy. I hope you feel better?

[Speaker 2] He only likes crazy people. But I'm nice. Everyone says I'm so kind.

[Speaker 1] Well that is a good thing then lol. Im crazy about hunting deer ;).

[Speaker 2] I'm super crazy about hiking!

[Speaker 1] Hey maybe we can go hiking and then go hunting after lol sound like a plan?

[Speaker 2] John doesn't like to go hiking. He likes people who vote. I didn't.

[Speaker 1] Hmm. Im more concerned with wildlife then voting at the moment lol.

[Speaker 2] I mean I wish we had more equality, I'm just too lazy to vote.

[Speaker 1] A lazy lady in love with her neighbor who doesnt vote but loves equality. You sound great.

[Speaker 2] I'm super great. I'm the kindest person on the planet!

I enjoy killing deer.

I enjoy hiking.

I don't vote.

[Speaker 1] How are things going with John right now?

[Speaker 2] It's a little bit awkward, I'm still not sure how he's feeling about everything, it's so hard to guess other people's feelings!

[Speaker 1] That's very true!  Have you been dating, or is it just from being around him as neighbors?

[Speaker 2] We're not officially dating but he asked me to dinner yesterday but i'm unsure whether he meant to be neighbourly or something more. I guess I'll be able to tell more after the dinner

[Speaker 1] That's true.  That's a really good sign, though...that he asked you to dinner.  Perhaps he enjoys hiking too. That would be something fun you could do together.

[Speaker 2] I hope so - it's a lot more fun going for hikes with someone else! Have you been out hunting?

[Speaker 1] I haven't been lately, but plan to go soon.  I was just reading my message about "I enjoy killing deer".  That sounds very creepy...lol  I can't say I enjoy the actual killing.  I think that hunting reminds me of when I used to go hunting with my dad, so that's why I "enjoy" it.

[Speaker 2] Yeah I tried to word it a little less serial killery lol!! I can understand why you'd enjoy hunting, it isn't my thing but I get that people can enjoy it! So you eat the deer after or sell it on?

[Speaker 1] I eat it now.  I didn't used to enjoy it, but since I learned how to cook it, I enjoy it a lot.  You have to cook it a certain way to get rid of that "gamey" taste.

[Speaker 2] Yeah I don't love a lot of red meat, is it similar to horse

[Speaker 1] I can't even imagine eating a horse.  Changing the subject a bit, I'm curious as to why you do not vote....if you don't mind me asking..

[Speaker 2] I just feel like there's no point - they're all as bad as each other and everyone just gets so aggressive regardless of who wins

I enjoy killing deer. I used to go hunting but haven't gone recently. I used to go hunting with my dad.

I eat the deer that I hunt. I didn't used to like eating it, but now I cook it well and enjoy it. I have never eaten horse.

I'm in love with my neighbor John. People say I'm kind. I have been asked to dinner by John.

I enjoy hiking.

I have a hard time understanding other people's feelings.

I don't enjoy hunting.

I don't like red meat.

I do not vote because I don't think there is a point.

[Speaker 1] I ran into John recently. How are things going between the two of you.

[Speaker 2] Things are going great between John and I. We get along well. Have you gone hunting lately?

[Speaker 1] Yep. It's now deer season - my favorite time of the year. I was able to get a pretty nice kill last weekend. I've been sharing the meat with friends and family.

[Speaker 2] How does one cook deer? Are there many different ways to cook it?

[Speaker 1] Generally it's a pretty tough meat because deer are lean. But I usually grind it and make sausage or cook it rare like a steak!

[Speaker 2] Do you have a sausage making machine?

[Speaker 1] I have a meat grinder that I use to grind the meat. When I attach a narrow tube, it doubles as a sausage maker! I know you're not a fan of red meat, but would you like to try some homemade sausage?

[Speaker 2] I don't like red meat but I would consider trying it. Do you add anything to the meat that you grind before turning them into sausages, like spices or filler?

[Speaker 1] Yep! It's definitely the spices that make the sausage great. I usually put in a combination of any of the following: garlic, paprika, black pepper, spinach, cheese, red pepper, etc.

[Speaker 2] That sounds good actually. Do you ever have conflicting feelings about hunting deer?

[Speaker 1] I do take seriously the idea of taking a life. But I do it as respectfully as I can, make it painless and most of all, wasteless. I use every bit of the animal, and I think that's the most respectful way to kill an animal.

[Speaker 2] Do you use a rifle to hunt deer?

Deer season is my favorite.

I grind deer meat to make sausage or cook it rare. I have a meat grinder that I can use as a sausage maker. I put spices and seasonings in my sausage.

I respectfully kill an animal.

I enjoy hiking.

I don't enjoy hunting.

I don't like red meat. I don't know how to cook deer.

I am in a relationship with John and we get along well.

[Speaker 1] I'm experimenting with a new blend of spices and came up with one I think you might like...

[Speaker 2] I'll try your sausage if you let me take you horse hunting.

[Speaker 1] haha is that even legal? I made the blend of spices for fish, I thought you and john might like it.

[Speaker 2] That sounds delicious. I don't know if its legal but the family who lives on the property sure don't like it.

[Speaker 1] hahaha. Sorry, about my typing errors. I injured my fingers in the meat grinder so typing isn't easy right now.

[Speaker 2] You think that's bad, you should see me after chopping some vegatables. It looks like the Manson family visited.

[Speaker 1] LOL I have safety cutting devices in a drawer but always get to involved in the process and forget until I get a new injury.

[Speaker 2] Thats hilarious. We should compare our injuries one day. You should come for dinner John will eat the sausage and I'll make my onion and beet salad

[Speaker 1] I would love to come. I will bring over some fish and the sausage as well as a bottle of my spice blend. it will be good on your salad, too.

[Speaker 2] Spice blend is what John and I call date night. That sounds like a plan

[Speaker 1] I will bring over a box of bandages, too. Just in case. and will leave early so you get your spice on with John. lol

[Speaker 2] That was fun Thanks. I cant wait for dinner

Deer season is my favorite.

I respectfully kill an animal.

I have come up with a new spice blend.

I injured my fingers while cooking. I own safety cutting devices. I own bandages.

I enjoy hiking.

I don't enjoy hunting. I go horse hunting.

I think fish is delicious.

I usually injure myself while cooking.

[Speaker 1] My fingers are killing me, I think they might be infected.

[Speaker 2] How did you hurt them?

[Speaker 1] In the meat grinder. It could've been so much worse, but I do think I'll need to go to the doctor.

[Speaker 2] Oh my! That sounds painful. I would definitely have it checked out.

[Speaker 1] I will. How are things going with John so far?

[Speaker 2] It's very new, but so far it's going well. He is a perfect gentleman.

[Speaker 1] I'm so happy for you! It's always nice when attraction is mutual. Is it weird dating a neighbor? Or is it that convenient?

[Speaker 2] I think it's very convenient. It may be weird if we break up though.

[Speaker 1] That's true. Hopefully that won't happen. I'd still love to get together with you guys for a dinner once my fingers heal.

[Speaker 2] That would be great. What would you like to eat?

[Speaker 1] Oh, I'll eat pretty much anything. I can bring something too! I know you said John likes sausage. I'll bring some over for him. What's your favorite thing to cook?

[Speaker 2] I love to cook fish. Do you like fish?


I am a college student.
I enjoy playing soccer.
My mother runs a school.
I am an only child.
I am currently unemployed.

I am a gamer.

I like playing league of legends.

My favorite champion is alistar.

I got a new gaming laptop last month.

I love playing video games with friends.

I love gaming. I am a college student.I am unemployed.

My mom is head of the school.

I like playing soccer.

I have no siblings.

I dont like playing sports.

[Speaker 1] Hey!

[Speaker 2] Hello! Do you like gaming?

[Speaker 1] Love it! As a college student, it helps me pass the time.

[Speaker 2] Im an avid gamer! Bought a new laptop just for league of legends.

[Speaker 1] Nice! I don't have a job now so I have lots of time to game.

[Speaker 2] Come join me and my friends! We play online 24/7.

[Speaker 1] Maybe, my mom is head of the school I am at so she watches what I do.

[Speaker 2] Its league of legends bro! Come play!

[Speaker 1] I like playing soccer too. Do you like playing sports?

[Speaker 2] Not at all. Video games all day! My favorite character is alistar!

[Speaker 1] That sounds good! I don't have any sibilings so I have to check it out.

[Speaker 2] No kids, no work? You sound like a gamer to me :).

[Speaker 1] What else do you like to do?

[Speaker 2] Not much. Eat, sleep and game. More gaming than the other 2 tho.

My mom is head of the school.

I like playing soccer.

I have no siblings.

I dont like playing sports.

[Speaker 1] I got free time to play games. Want to play together?

[Speaker 2] Yes! Let's do it! Are you free this weekend?

[Speaker 1] I have Saturday free all day. what game should we play?

[Speaker 2] I always love to league of legends, but I am open to suggestions.

[Speaker 1] league of legends is good. I haven't played it for a while.

[Speaker 2] LOL it is! We can probably squeeze in some soccer too, if you want to?

[Speaker 1] I know you don't like playing sports so maybe we can just get some lunch before gaming so that we can play without being hungry.

[Speaker 2] Sounds great!! I was trying to accommodate you because I want you to have fun. But I always prefer food to sports :)

[Speaker 1] that's really nice of you. I love gaming too though so this way we'll both have fun.

[Speaker 2] Super! I am so exciting. This will be a fun way to spend the day.

[Speaker 1] What kind of food should we get?

[Speaker 2] I could go for pizza! What's not to love about cheese?

My mom is head of the school.

I like playing soccer.

I have no siblings.

I like to play league of legends. I haven't played it in a while.

I love gaming. I bought a new laptop. I play league of legends with friends. I like to play many other games.

I dont like playing sports.I am open to playing soccer. I try to accommodate people. I prefer food over sports.

I love cheese and pizza.

[Speaker 1] I just got a job.

[Speaker 2] that is great! although it will mean less time for gaming unfortunately. what is the job?

[Speaker 1] I will be working at a Senior Security Specialist at a big company. I am finally able to make some money and start paying off my college.

[Speaker 2] that sounds like a really good job. what exactly will you be doing? how many hours per week? do you think we will still be able play games together? i am concerned now that we wont have as much time to play together

[Speaker 1] I should have a lot of downtime since the job is on 3rd shift. To my knowledge, I will be making sure the campus I work on is safe and secure. Will you play the game at night with me?

[Speaker 2] oh, ok. well to be honest, i am glad you got the job and all, but still glad we will be able to play together! of course i will make time. we had so much fun last weekend that i will stay up as late as i need to. when are you free to set up another gaming party?

[Speaker 1] I have the weekends off as of right now. Are you available on Saturday to come over and game? We can order some pizza?

[Speaker 2] perfect! let's do that. what kind of pizza should we order? do you like pineapple? last time we went with cheese but i feel like we should be more adventurous this time

[Speaker 1] I haven't had pineapple and ham in years! I say lets give it a go! Would you want to order out or do you want me to stop by the grocery store and get some ingredients to make our own?

[Speaker 2] oh now you are getting really fancy! homemade pizza sounds amazing. i haven't done it in a while but it tastes so much better than ordering out. this can be our new thing - homemade pizza and video games! i'm loving it

[Speaker 1] Yeah, lets plan to make fresh. I can stop by and grab the stuff we need. Would 5pm work good for you?

[Speaker 2] that works for me. i will get everything set up. and you can tell me all about the new job, too. hopefully it'll be fun and you'll learn some valuable skills too

My mom is head of the school.

I like playing soccer.

I have no siblings.

I have a new job. My new job is a Senior Security Specialist at a big company.  I went to college and have college debt. My job is 3rd shift hours.  I have the duty of making sure the campus I work on is safe and secure.

I do not work weekends at the moment.  I want to play games on Saturday I like Pizza.

I like Pineapple and ham. I like fresh homemade pizza.

I want to meet speaker 2 at 5 pm Saturday.

I love cheese and pizza. I like homemade pizza.

I am a gamer. I play in gaming parties.

I am adventurous.

[Speaker 1] My new job is going good so far!  A little boring but it makes money

[Speaker 2] How are you handling the 3rd shift? Do you have your sleep schedule figured out yet?

[Speaker 1] I think this is my fourth week and I think I have it all figured out.  Week 1 went pretty good, but Week 2 was where I struggled a bit.  I find that now my body is pretty tuned to the new schedule.

[Speaker 2] Glad to hear it. So, how is it? Do you find much to keep you busy at night? I know nothing about security. LOL!

[Speaker 1] For the most part, things are pretty quiet.  Every once in a while you may have some suspicious looking people that you need to convince to move on.  I did have a run-in with a racoon last Thursday.  It was pretty funny after I got over being startled!

[Speaker 2] That's hilarious! Racoons are definitely nature's natural thieves. lol! Have you had much of a chance to play Legends lately?

[Speaker 1] I actually put it on this weekend.  I was a bit rusty though.  How have you been doing with LoL?

[Speaker 2] My new laptop is blazing fast. I played all weekend. It was fantastic!

[Speaker 1] That is so awesome.  I know you are going to crush me if we are on opposite sides.  When are you normally on?

[Speaker 2] Probably around the time that you're just getting to work, unfortunately. We'll have to catch up online over the weekend.

[Speaker 1] That sounds like a plan.  My weekends are free and I definitely want to start playing more. How many friends do you meetup online to play on a given evening?

[Speaker 2] It just depends how many are online at the time. Usually it's between 6-10. There's definitely room for one more.

My mom is head of the school.

I like playing soccer.

I have no siblings.

I did have a run-in with a racoon last Thursday.

I am a gamer. I play in gaming parties.

I am adventurous.

I don't know anything about security.

[Speaker 1] What kind laptop do you have? How much was that?

[Speaker 2] It's actually one a programmer I know built to my specifications. It wasn't cheap, but it should last a good long time. It was around $4K. Are you looking for a new laptop?

[Speaker 1] I am always on the lookout for the latest technology, but $4K is a lot! How are you liking it?

[Speaker 2] So far it's worth every penny! I always thought my internet was bad, but I guess it was just the computer I was using because this one is lightning fast, which is great for gaming. You can definitely still come check it out this weekend if you want to.

[Speaker 1] That sounds great, I would love to try it out! I would have to work extra shifts to cover the cost though.

[Speaker 2] Yeah. Well, you wouldn't have to get something with quite this same processor unless you look at it as more of an investment in the gaming hobby.

[Speaker 1] That is true, I would like something that I can game on but it probably wouldn't be my main use for it. I would still love to check yours out! Are you having anyone else over to check it out?

[Speaker 2] No, no one else yet. My brother will probably come by soon. Yeah, if you check it out you can decide what you do and don't need and then adjust from there. If you scale things back a bit, it will make a big difference in the overall price.

[Speaker 1] Okay, that would be great. Do you have any other hobbies besides gaming?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I like to get outside a good bit to balance all the sitting -- mostly hiking or just walking around, but it clears my mind and the sun puts me in a better mood. I want to start cooking more too. Do you cook?

[Speaker 1] Not very well, but I have been looking up new recipes on Youtube. It is so helpful to me to be able to follow along with what they are doing. Do you have a favorite dish to cook?

[Speaker 2] I make a pretty good pizza crust, and then of course the toppings are pretty easy, but sometimes I get creative with them. I love making pizza with fried chicken, collard greens, onions, and fresh mozzarella.


I like singing.

I am a person who enjoys running.

My parents met when they were in high school.

I have been to 20 different countries.

My favorite color is turquoise.

I like fishing.

I grew up in san francisco.

I am married and have 2 kids.

I travel a lot for my work.

My favorite food is home made french fries.

I am originally from Venice Beach. I've traveled to 20 countries.

I hate traveling. I love running.

I picked up a yodel in my travels.

I love singing. I get it from my parents. they met in high school choir in Venice.

I am a fisherman or outdoors type of person.

I'm from San Francisco.

[Speaker 1] Hi! I just finished a run. How are you?

[Speaker 2] Pretty good, I just arrive at my hotel on work travel. Where are you from?

[Speaker 1] Originally, venice beach. Though I have been all over. 20 countries!

[Speaker 2] Wow. That is a lot of travel. Do you enjoy traveling?

[Speaker 1] Hate it, but love running. Lose track of where I am.

[Speaker 2] I travel a lot for work. I don't mind it, but miss my wife and kids.

[Speaker 1] I picked up a yodel in my travels that might help you from missing them.

[Speaker 2] I'm more of a fisherman or outdoors type.

[Speaker 1] Sorry, I just love singing. Get it from my parents. They met in high school choir.

[Speaker 2] Did they meet in venice? I'm from san francisco.

[Speaker 1] Yes. San francisco! Does it have my favorite turquoise oceans?

[Speaker 2] Yes, beautiful water. And some of the best restaurants.

I hate traveling. I love running.

I picked up a yodel in my travels.

I'm from San Francisco.

[Speaker 1] How long will you be away from your wife and kids for work?

[Speaker 2] Only for a week but it feels like forever, I hate travelling so much away from them

[Speaker 1] that's not too bad. Hopefully you stay busy enough that the time goes by quick.

[Speaker 2] That's true, I've a lot of work to do so that should keep me occupied! How has the running been going?

[Speaker 1] it's going well. I've increased my mile time by 20 seconds recently. trying to get faster.

[Speaker 2] That's awesome! Are you training for any races?

[Speaker 1] I want to do a marathon next year.

[Speaker 2] Oh that's cool have you ever done one before?

[Speaker 1] not yet. I've always wanted to but just never signed up.

[Speaker 2] That's exciting, are you going to follow a training plan

[Speaker 1] I have been, yes. have you ever done a marathon before?

[Speaker 2] Yes I ran one a few years ago, it was tough but such a high when I finished it

I hate traveling. I love running.

I picked up a yodel in my travels.

I have been trying to get my mile time faster. I am training for a marathon. I have never run a marathon before. I have been following a training plan in order to train for the marathon.

I just arrived at my hotel. I travel a lot for work. I miss my wife and kids. I don't like being away from them. I will soon travel away from them.

I'm from San Francisco.

I ran a marathon a few years ago.

[Speaker 1] I sprained my ankle on a run. Has this ever happened to you?

[Speaker 2] Oh what a bummer. I'm sorry to hear that. I've definitely sprained my fair share of ankles.

[Speaker 1] Why do I torture myself training for marathons? Do you think you will get back to running marathons again?

[Speaker 2] I'm not sure. It was more of a bucket list item, so I think I will still run but perhaps not a full marathon. I know how that feels! Keep your ankle rested. Is it a bad sprain?

[Speaker 1] It's bad enough that I need to pause my training temporarily. I've never been in a marathon before. Do you have any tips for me?

[Speaker 2] Best tip I can give you is stick to the schedule. If you skip a run or two, it becomes really easy to fall behind, which can lead to injuries when you try to play catch up. And rest days are to be taken just as seriously!

[Speaker 1] Will keep those tips in mind. What kind of job do you have that requires travel?

[Speaker 2] I'm a motivational speaker! I get invited to different schools and conferences to give a little pep talk!

[Speaker 1] That sounds amazing. Do you motivate people to be successful? Do go after their dreams? That kind of a thing?

[Speaker 2] Basically yes. And to strive forwards through hardships. Just like your injury!

[Speaker 1] We all go through struggles. Sometimes we need people to pull us up out of the abyss. How did you get into motivational speaking?

[Speaker 2] I think it began because I needed motivational speaking myself. I've always needed to battle bouts of depression and anxiety. Motivational speeches and being in nature both help me to this day.

I hate traveling. I love running.

I picked up a yodel in my travels.

I'm from San Francisco.

I ran a marathon a few years ago. I might run in the future, just not a full one.

I've sprained my ankle in the past.

I am a motivational speaker. I speak to schools and conferences. I motivate people to not give up on their dreams.

I battled with depression and anxiety. My battles led me to want to become a motivational speaker.

[Speaker 1] My ankle is doing so much better, it's healing up quite nicely

[Speaker 2] Did you get back to training? I've been thinking about running another one lately myself.

[Speaker 1] I am doing short training but yodelling while I run to get my lungs prepared even if I can't get my legs fully ready.

[Speaker 2] That would make a great youtube video. I love the idea of combining the things you love. I think I'll try fishing and being depressed tohgether

[Speaker 1] I am quite an attraction on the beach. There are some videos already posted if you need a laugh. Yodelling while running is like using auto-tune and sounds weird.

[Speaker 2] I have to see this. I have a speech coming up I think I'll talk about you in it

[Speaker 1] That would be an honor. Also, I would recommend combining something more active than fishing with being depressed. Too much time to dwell on negative thought while waiting on a bite

[Speaker 2] Well it's kinda hard to give speech while fishing. I tried it once but there was an issue with me taking young boys to the pond during school hours. Who knew?

[Speaker 1] Why don't you come for run with me and we will Yodel and train for the Alps marathon together?

[Speaker 2] Oh man I'm going to need some motivation for that. If I was a better motivational speaker I could just listen to one of my tapes, but.... no luck there

[Speaker 1] Like things, motivation is easier said than done. Let me know if you decide you want to run with me or just meet me on the beach at 0600.

[Speaker 2] Sounds good... I like the run idea, spraining my ankle again might do me some good. Maybe I would't have to go out of town on this next trip

I hate traveling. I love running.

I picked up a yodel in my travels.

I sprained my ankle while running. I train for running marathons. I had to put a hold on training because of my sprained ankle. I'm doing short training. I am yodeling.

I'm from San Francisco.

I've sprained my ankle in the past.

I like fishing.

[Speaker 1] How did the speech go? Hopefully you motivated some people to run. How about this? I need a motivational speaker to motivate me, to help motivate my friend to run again. Know anyone?

[Speaker 2] It was amazing and I just just know that I really changed some people's lives for the better. I cannot believe how blessed I am, how blessed we all are really (consider that my application to be your motivational speaker!).

[Speaker 1] You'll have to bring your A game because the hot weather has made me not want to even leave my air conditioned house lately.lol

[Speaker 2] I am up for the challenge! I have a few tricks up my sleeve to deal with people like you.

[Speaker 1] Oh geez that makes me sound difficult.lol  Do you have any new speeches coming up?

[Speaker 2] Nope, I just cleared my schedule until the Alps marathon that you're training for. It's just you and me until you break that finish line. I'm going to start sending you a motivational quote every morning at 4 am when I want you to wake up.

[Speaker 1] Wow 4 am.  Is it too late to change my mind?lol

[Speaker 2] Yes. We have an iron-clad written agreement. Tell me how I'm doing so far. Is this the most motivated you've ever been in your entire life?

[Speaker 1] No, but that's why I have you.  You're going to push me to do the things I can't bring myself to do.  I'll have more motivation tomorrow.  Today was a long work day.lol

[Speaker 2] I'm going to try a new motivational technique with you. Would you be more frightened by a spider or a snake. I need to know before we meet up this weekend.

[Speaker 1] A spider no question but if you ask me to hold one I'm definitely running away.

[Speaker 2] Just let me worry about the details, forget that I even asked. You're not allergic to wild animal bites are you?


I am blonde.
I like to watch football.
My mom is a nurse.
I am a therapist.
My favorite food is pizza.

I like hiking.
I'm a kind person.
I wish for equality.
I don't vote.
I love my neighbor john.

I like to watch football.
I like to hear about others' problems.
Pizza is my favorite food.
My mom is a nurse.

I like reading and hiking.

I have a male neighbor who I go hiking with.

I am a chef. I make pizza for my neighbors. I like sharing love and kindness.

I have blond hair.

[Speaker 1] Hello! What do you like to do?

[Speaker 2] When I am not reading you will see me hiking.

[Speaker 1] That sounds amazing! I like watching football personally.

[Speaker 2] I go hiking with my neighbor, he is so lovely..

[Speaker 1] What do you do for a living? I like to hear about others problems and analyze it.

[Speaker 2] I am a chef and I love giving out to people.

[Speaker 1] A chef!! Do you make pizza, it's my favorite!

[Speaker 2] Of course yes. I do make it for my neighbors. They like it.

[Speaker 1] Do you spend a lot of time with your neighbors?

[Speaker 2] Oh yeah I like sharing my love and kindness to people around me.

[Speaker 1] That's good, that sounds like my mom, she shares love and kindness as a nurse.

[Speaker 2] I will love to meet her, she sounds like my kind of person.

[Speaker 1] What is your physical appearance like hair color?

[Speaker 2] I am blonder but not stupid.

I like reading and hiking.

I have blond hair.

[Speaker 1] I have some extra ingredients. Are you interested in cooking something together?

[Speaker 2] Yes of course, that would be brilliant. What do you have in mind?

[Speaker 1] It's got to be some pizza! We can trade our favourite recipes

[Speaker 2] Great, I've made pizza numerous times before. What kind of toppings do you like? Are you a mozzarella, sundried tomato and prosciutto ham lover or meat feast lover?

[Speaker 1] Oh I'm all about spices and vegetables with extra cheese! And most controversial of all I love pineapple on pizza

[Speaker 2] Wow, now that sounds like a fabulous pizza. Pineapple on pizza is the best but I rarely get to cook it because the neighbors hate it! This will definitely be a good tasting meal

[Speaker 1] Haha absolutely! Do you make your own pizza sauce?

[Speaker 2] I do indeed. It's made from a number of spices and slowly simmered tomatoes. It's so simple to make I don't understand why others don't try it. Have you ever tried before?

[Speaker 1] Oh yeah I always make my own, people love to just open jars these days when making from scratch is so much tastier!!

[Speaker 2] Yes I completely agree. It's a shame really because making your own just gives the pizza that extra level of quality. These batch made sauces in jars cannot replicate the taste of a homemade sauce.

[Speaker 1] No they just aren't the same! I guess some people just don't like to cook at all unlike us

[Speaker 2] Yes I understand that. Some don't know how cook which is a shame. If it wasn't for becoming a chef, I wouldn't of experienced the magnificent tastes and smells of spices and trying new foods. There's nothing like trying a new dish and it turning out just how you imagined. Perfect!

I like to watch football.

I like to hear about others' problems.

Pizza is my favorite food.

My mom is a nurse.

I like to cook. I have too many ingredients. I like vegetables, spices, extra cheese, and pineapple on pizza. I make my own pizza sauce. I think homemade sauce tastes better than store bought.

I like reading and hiking.

I have blond hair.

I also like to cook. I have made pizza before. I also like pineapple on pizza. I make my own pizza sauce. I think homemade sauce tastes better than store bought.

[Speaker 1] I tried out a new pizza sauce recipe with heirloom tomatoes! I'll send you the recipe.

[Speaker 2] that sounds so good. do you grow your own heirlooms?

[Speaker 1] Of course! You can't love pizza like I do and not grow your own tomatoes. The sauce is such an important component in any good pizza. Way too many people overlook it and ended up ruining an otherwise great pizza by cheaping out on the sauce.

[Speaker 2] that's amazing. as much as i love making my own pizza, i just don't have much of a green thumb. you will have to teach me your tricks so i can get better at growing my own herbs and vegetables as well.

[Speaker 1] That's a shame. I think gardening and cooking really go so well together. You should definitely stop by sometime so that I can show you a thing or two in my garden.

[Speaker 2] i agree! they do go hand in hand. i will definitely stop by and get some help from you. have you watched any good football games in the last week?

[Speaker 1] Well it's the offseason right now, but I'm looking forward to watch again this fall. Have you gone hiking lately?

[Speaker 2] ah that is right. something about the fall being the start of football season, i knew that! no hiking yet, but this week got right up to about hiking weather so i think it's time to break out the hiking gear and scope out the trails for this year. see if i can find some lesser knows spots to avoid the crowds

[Speaker 1] My mom's always saying that I should get outdoors more and do things that involve exercise other than just growing more food to eat. I've thought about hiking, but I'm not really sure just yet. How did you get into it?

[Speaker 2] it's good that you spend time outdoors in your garden though, at least that is a start! i grew up in an area that has such beautiful outdoor scenery and hiking can take you places that driving can't. it's just something different to experience the terrain with different viewpoints and landmarks, lakes and rivers, it's really soothing. as well as great exercise! Since I do tend to eat a lot of food too being a chef and all. too many desserts

[Speaker 1] Have you ever been in danger when you went hiking?

[Speaker 2] sometimes there have been bears or cougars nearby, but thankfully not close enough for me to come into contact with. i carry bear spray with me just in case. always prepared! do you know if there are good hiking trails near where you live?

I like to watch football.

I like to hear about others' problems.

Pizza is my favorite food.

My mom is a nurse.

I don't exercise a lot. My mother encourage me to exercise.

I like reading and hiking.

I have blond hair.

I also like to cook. I like making my own pizzas. I also like pineapple on pizza. I make my own pizza sauce. I think homemade sauce tastes better than store bought.

I grow my own herbs and vegetables, but I am not very good at it.

Hiking relaxes me and keeps in shape. I eat lots of foods and too many desserts.

I carry bear spray when I hike.

[Speaker 1] My vegetable garden got attacked by birds and they ate all my tomatoes!

[Speaker 2] Oh no!! That is really hard to keep them away from the garden!

[Speaker 1] I know. I'm so disappointed. How are your vegetables getting on?

[Speaker 2] The tomatoes are ripening well. I am excited to make the pizza sauce. The herbs grew early this Spring. Its been good exercise!

[Speaker 1] It is great exercise. The pizza will taste great

[Speaker 2] Anything to stay healthy and take care of our moms. Mine still helps me with the pizza. Does your mom like pizza?

[Speaker 1] She loves pizza. Mama's pizza are the best

[Speaker 2] My mom and I have a competition for the best sauce but she always wins anyway, and thats OK! We still walk around the neighborhood sometimes after dinner for exercise and to chat.

[Speaker 1] That wonderful do you sell it?

[Speaker 2] We just serve to our friends and family without telling them who made which sauce. One day maybe I will sell my own if its as good as hers. Does she have a garden?

[Speaker 1] She has an allotment. It's really productive

[Speaker 2] Gardening is a great hobby. I get a lot of enjoyment from watching the plants grow -- and from eating them! What's your favorite vegetable? Anything?

I like to watch football.

I like to hear about others' problems.

Pizza is my favorite food.

My mom is a nurse.

I grow tomatoes. I love pizza. The sauce on pizza is my favorite. I am good at gardening. I have a vegetable garden.

I like reading and hiking.

I have blond hair.

I carry bear spray when I hike.

I have tomatoes in my garden.

I am close with my Mom.

[Speaker 1] I checked my garden a couple hours ago, and saw they are really coming in well!

[Speaker 2] That's nice, nothing like growing your own ingredients.What's the next pizza you're going to make?

[Speaker 1] I have never done a BBQ chicken pizza and think that would could be really tasty!

[Speaker 2] Sounds like it would be tasty. I've not had it either. Have you ever been hiking?

[Speaker 1] No - but I need to start. I eat all this pizza and feel like I am putting on weight. Can I go with you some time?

[Speaker 2] Sure, I would be happy for you to come with me.  I know plenty of trails that would be good for a beginner.

[Speaker 1] Excellent! I hope you can whip me into shape! I am also excited to enjoy the beautiful views.

[Speaker 2] We won't tackle any extreme trails.  I think you will enjoy it too.  Do you have any type of Backpack?

[Speaker 1] I do not. What should I get?

[Speaker 2] I think something small and light would be fine for now. Maybe in the future you would want to get a larger backpack.

[Speaker 1] I will check out some sporting goods stores and run it by you before I purchase something.

[Speaker 2] That's a good idea.  No need to put a lot of money on a backpack yet.  Keep it simple.


I like singing.

I am a person who enjoys running.

My parents met when they were in high school.

I have been to 20 different countries.

My favorite color is turquoise.

I like singing.

I am a person who enjoys running.

I have been to 20 different countries.

My favorite color is turquoise.

I like running.

I have travelled to many countries. I have travelled to africa. My favorite color is turquoise.

My parents met in high school in mexico.

I like R&B.

I like running.

I have travelled across europe and asia.

I like singing. I want to pursue a career in music. I like R&B.

[Speaker 1] Hello how are you tell me about yourself.

[Speaker 2] I am a singer by hobby.

[Speaker 1] I love to sing myself I sing while I am running all the time.

[Speaker 2] Me too. I love running with my headphone on me..

[Speaker 1] Do you like to travel? I have been all around the world. 20 countries.

[Speaker 2] I have been to all europe and most asian countries..

[Speaker 1] I love africa. I love the turquoise skies thats my favorite color.

[Speaker 2] We seems to have a lot in common then.

[Speaker 1] My mom and dad met in high school in mexico.

[Speaker 2] That is interesting. I wish I can take a career in music now..

[Speaker 1] You can. Software will make you soundlike a pro.

[Speaker 2] Okay. Thanks for the advice. What type of music do you like?

[Speaker 1] I like old school slow jams. (r&b) and you?

[Speaker 2] That is my favorite to. I am a love singer..

I like running.

I like R&B.

I like running.

[Speaker 1] A new R&B album has released. Have you listened to it?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I heard all the song from that album.

[Speaker 1] I should have guessed ;) I just finalized a trip to Europe. Which countries have you been to in Europe?

[Speaker 2] Scotland and Norway, These two countries are good to travel. Have you visited africa?

[Speaker 1] That’s awesome... I still have to plan my itinerary! I traveled to Africa just a couple of years ago and loved it. Is it on your list of places to visit?

[Speaker 2] I am planning to visit africa in next summer. Then i visited Scotland and Norway for my Business purpose, even i try to visit some places, but i can't due my time and work lag

[Speaker 1] Wow... you are quite the world traveler. Sounds like your work keeps you super busy? When do you find time to run?

[Speaker 2] Some of my workers are lazy, even i finish my task and take some break from my project. But i can't leave my workers because they submit all their work to me. But i surf some best place  and imagine like a ghost lol!

[Speaker 1] Haha... sounds like a crazy schedule to me!

[Speaker 2] Haha!!. All things in my life is like a flying bird, That's why i try to travel around the world

[Speaker 1] I like your philosophy! You inspire me :) Maybe we can plan a trip together if and when our busy lives allow...

[Speaker 2] Sure! I have too many plan, Will you join me and travel together.

I like running.

I like R&B.

I am planning a trip to Europe. I like to travel. I like structure when I travel. I like to travel with others.

I like running.

I am planning to visit Africa in the future. I mostly travel for business. Work takes up a lot of my time. I manage others at work. I am a hard worker. I like to surf in my free time.

I am constantly on the move.

[Speaker 1] How has work been lately? I KNOW you've been listening to that R&B album some more, it is just too good. Have you thought any more about taking a trip together?

[Speaker 2] Work has been very busy, as usual. I haven't had much time to listen to music or anything else, lately. It would be nice to actually take a trip and not have to work 60 hours a week while I'm there.

[Speaker 1] I hear you! I just thought I'd ask. I'm still working on putting together my European itinerary and wanted to see if you'd decided if you want to try to come along. I just need to know what dates could potentially work.

[Speaker 2] Is the plan still Germany, France and Italy, or have you decided on a slightly different set of countries to visit?

[Speaker 1] Still planning on those three, and maybe Spain as well. But I absolutely want to visit the Italian Riviera. That's a must. Where do you think you might like to go? I can always switch it up.

[Speaker 2] No, that sounds perfect. In fact, maybe ending the trip on a nice sunny, Spanish or Italian beach sounds like heaven.

[Speaker 1] Just what I was thinking! So what timeframe might work for you? It kind of needs to be at least two weeks in order to get the most out of it; how much time off do you have saved up?

[Speaker 2] I have about three and a half weeks, so 14 days or so would be absolutely perfect. And I have built up a lot of travel miles through work travel, so I think I can get us some free rooms and car rentals at a minimum.

[Speaker 1] Sweet! That all sounds fabulous. I'm pretty open as far as dates go so we can play it by ear a little longer.

[Speaker 2] I think we should head over in August or we could use Labor Day if you want to use less vacation. My schedule is sadly open. lol!

[Speaker 1] Maybe the end of August and into Labor Day? The best of both worlds, haha.

[Speaker 2] Sounds absolutely fantastic. I might even be able to find some amazing landmarks during my daily morning run.

I like running.

I like R&B.

I like running.

I am constantly on the move.

I have been working 60 hours a week.

I have 3 and 1/2 weeks of vacation coming. I plan to take a trip with my conversation partner to Europe. I have travel miles from work travel. I can use my travel miles for car rentals. I can use my travel miles for hotel rooms.

I would like to start the trip in August or use Labor Day.

I run daily in the morning.

[Speaker 1] I have the whole trip booked and I will email you the itinerary.

[Speaker 2] That would be excellent! Where are we going in Europe?

[Speaker 1] Germany, France, Italy, and Spain! Are you getting excited and all ready to go?

[Speaker 2] Oh wow! This is going to be quote the trip! I think I am ready, but I do need to go to the bank to exchange some currency for Euros

[Speaker 1] I have made us match t-shits in turquoise so we can find each other in any crowd. Pack light so we can bring back stuff in our luggage.

[Speaker 2] Oh, that would be great! I cannot wait for this! Have you ever ben?

[Speaker 1] Not yet. This will be my first trip there. And I meant to say, "Matching T-shiRts." Please don't cancel the trip due to my typos.

[Speaker 2] I think we will have a great time. I can drive us to the airport and pay for the parking since you spend so much time on planning the trip and making everything so easy for us.

[Speaker 1] I have some surf time planned for us Spain. I am not as experienced a surfer as you, so might need some instruction but it will be fun.

[Speaker 2] Yes, I do not mind teaching you how to surf, it is pretty easy once you get the hang of it!

[Speaker 1] I've tried to keep us busy, as you will see in the itinerary, but nothing has to be kept in stone and can play it by ear depending on our mood. We can linger at places if we like them.

[Speaker 2] Sometimes it is best to just relax and take a few moments to enjoy the beautiful scenery!

I like running.

I like R&B.

I am making an itinerary for my trip to Europe. My itinerary includes Germany, France, Italy and maybe Spain. I want to see the Italian Riviera. My trip to Europe will be at least 2 weeks. I have a trip booked.

I will travel with Speaker2 to Germany, France, Italy and Spain. When traveling, I will be wearing a turquoise t-shirt. This will be my first trip to these places.

I like to surf. I have planned surfing activities during the trip.

I like running.

I am constantly on the move.

I have been working 60 hours a week.

I run daily in the morning.

I have a drivers license.

[Speaker 1] I went shopping and bought so much stuff for our trip!

[Speaker 2] I don't have room for anything else in my bag. I hate these new airline restrictions on luggage. They're really cramping my fit.

[Speaker 1] Wait until we get there and buy fancy European clothes and an extra bag and you can just check it at the airport on the trip back.

[Speaker 2] That's a good idea. I don't even know what the latest styles are like in Europe. Should I be packing skinny jeans, or not?

[Speaker 1] Pack what you normally wear but also some comfortable outfits and shoes.  We can go shopping and buy fancy dress up clothes for a few night time dining excursions.

[Speaker 2] Got it. It's so weird to not be traveling for business. I usually just pack suits and workout clothes.

[Speaker 1] Yeah I'm sure it does feel weird but there will be no work talk on this trip.  We're forgetting our current lives for the entirety of our travels.

[Speaker 2] That's right. We're going to pretend we're locals, not even tourists. I just want to blend right in, well as much as I can blend in without speaking their language.

[Speaker 1] We should probably learn a few key phrases that might come in handy.  Such as where is the bathroom and where am I.lol

[Speaker 2] That's what apps are for and I'll bet most of the people we meet speak English. I take it for granted that people will understand me when I'm in a foreign country, but most of the time they do.

[Speaker 1] True.  I've used Google translate more than a few times in a pinch are it works pretty well.

[Speaker 2] Not only that, but check this out "Donde el bano?". I didn't even google that. I remembered it from Spanish class. I think I might be fluent.


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

I design prefabricated houses for mission to mars. I used to work at Cisco. I hate cisco. worked in warehouse for 10 years.

I enjoy snowboarding more than movies.

I like Charlie Parker musician. I enjoy rock and punk music.

I love food. I really enjoy meat.

I work part time in a warehouse.

I enjoy cruising or watching movies.

I enjoy punk music. I think Charlie Parker is a classic musician.

I love pizza and burgers.

[Speaker 1] Snowboarding is my favorite sport but winter is almost over.

[Speaker 2] Enjoy it while you can! What do you do for work?

[Speaker 1] I design prefabricated houses for a mission to mars. It's better than my old job at cisco.

[Speaker 2] That has to be the most interesting job! I work part-time in a warehouse.

[Speaker 1] Very interesting. I ended up hating cisco after working in their warehouse for 10 years.

[Speaker 2] Understandable. I’d rather be cruising or watching movies than working.

[Speaker 1] Movies are good sometimes but I would rather be out snowboarding.

[Speaker 2] Sounds fun! Do you listen to music while shredding? Punk is my favorite.

[Speaker 1] Charlie parker is my all time favorite performer but I like rock and punk and other stuff.

[Speaker 2] Covering all the bases. Charlie parker is a classic. What’s your favorite food?

[Speaker 1] I love food. I eat a lot of meat even though it's full of antibiotics and hormones.

[Speaker 2] I could eat pizza and burgers and nothing else! Lol.

[Speaker 1] That would be nice but then the following heart attack wouldn't be so fun.

[Speaker 2] You’re right! Evening in moderation...i guess.

I enjoy snowboarding more than movies.

I love food. I really enjoy meat.

I work part time in a warehouse.

I enjoy cruising or watching movies.

I love pizza and burgers.

[Speaker 1] I just had the most awsome snowboarding trip ever!

[Speaker 2] Oh that's so good, i'm so jealous!! I'd love to go away

[Speaker 1] It was so much fun! Do you have any upcoming trips planned?

[Speaker 2] I have a trip to the beach with friends in a few months time but nothing before then so it's going to be a long few months until then!

[Speaker 1] That'll be a lot of fun, it's something to look forward to. So how is your job going?

[Speaker 2] It's pretty boring to be honest, you know yourself working in a warehouse isn't too exciting! What about you?

[Speaker 1] Work is really interesting, we are still working on a couple housing models for the mission to Mars, I am hoping we will find a success in one. Are you staying busy at work though?

[Speaker 2] That sounds so interesting! Yeah I'm busy and getting lots of overtime which is always good

[Speaker 1] Overtime is nice to have! Have you seen any good movies lately?

[Speaker 2] Not recently but I've seen the ad for the new fast and furious movie and i'm super excited for that, what about you?

[Speaker 1] I started watching a new movie called North Hollywood last night but I was so exhausted from work that I fell asleep part way through.

[Speaker 2] I hate when that happens and you can't quite remember what point you got up to

I design prefabricated houses for mission to mars. I used to work at Cisco. I hate cisco. Have worked in warehouse for 10 years, its interesting.

I enjoy snowboarding more than movies. I watched part of a movie North Hollywood, fell asleep during movie.

I love food. I really enjoy meat.

I went on a snowboarding trip. I had fun on my trip.

I enjoy cruising or watching movies.

I love pizza and burgers.

I am going on a beach trip in a few months. Not going on a trip for a few months.

Im excited to see the new movie Fast and Furious.

[Speaker 1] I got some pictures back from the snowboarding trip!

[Speaker 2] Nice, can I see some of the pcitures?

[Speaker 1] Yes. I can text them to you later tonight. How was work?

[Speaker 2] Boring as always, and worked overtime, again

[Speaker 1] It's good to have extra money in your pocket though right?

[Speaker 2] I suppose, it did help me with my trip to the beach.

[Speaker 1] Tell me about your trip. Where are you going and when?

[Speaker 2] I am going on a beach trip in a few months. With overtime, I was able to buy the plane tickets early

[Speaker 1] Which beach are you going to and who are you going with?

[Speaker 2] Going to Palms Beach by myself.

[Speaker 1] Is the beach in Florida? It sounds familiar? Is this at the Palms resort?

[Speaker 2] Yes, it is! At Palms resort

I love food. I really enjoy meat.

I work part time in a warehouse. I have a boring job. Working overtime at work. I find my work boring.

I enjoy cruising or watching movies.

I love pizza and burgers.

I have extra money from overtime to pay for my trip. I am flying to Palms Beach. I am traveling alone. I am staying at the Palms Resort.

[Speaker 1] What is your itinerary for your beach trip?

[Speaker 2] I just want to relax and eat some good food! I'm really looking forward to the alone time.

[Speaker 1] That sounds pretty great to me. Hopefully it'll give you a chance to really relax. Have you done any research on burger joints or pizza places there? May as well have some good eats while you're away!

[Speaker 2] I haven't but I've got to find a good pizza delivery. Sitting on the beach and reading all day and then eating pizza by myself in bed sounds amazing.

[Speaker 1] That it does. I could go for some of that! A nice meaty pizza and a beer and a good movie on TV. Say, you have a plan to see the new Fast and Furious movie yet?

[Speaker 2] I haven't seen it yet, do you want to go together?

[Speaker 1] Sure, works for me. We'll figure out at date next week. When do you leave for the beach again?

[Speaker 2] Sounds like a plan! I'm not leaving for other month so we have time to get together. How's work going?

[Speaker 1] Sweet. Eh, work is okay. There's really nothing glam about warehouse work, haha. It was pretty hot today so I'm trying to chill this evening with some snowboarding videos.

[Speaker 2] You've got to take me snowboarding sometime and teach me the ropes!

[Speaker 1] I'd love to! We'll make it happen this coming winter. I love being out on the slopes.

[Speaker 2] I've always wanted to try it out, and you'd be the perfect person to teach me. Thanks!

I love food. I really enjoy meat.

I like meaty pizza and beer. I like to watch movies. I like the Fast and the Furious. I can go to the movies next week.

I live in a hot climate.

I enjoy cruising or watching movies.

I love pizza and burgers.

I am going on a beach trip in a few months alone. Not going on a trip for a few months.

I like good food.

I like to read.

I can go to the movies next week.

I do not know how to snowboard.

[Speaker 1] What is the latest book you read?

[Speaker 2] I read Tori Spelling's memoir called Stori Telling. Have you read it yet?

[Speaker 1] No I have never read it, would you recommend it?

[Speaker 2] Absolutely! There is some really good insight into her days on 90210 set.

[Speaker 1] Will I have to have prior knowledge of 90210 to fully enjoy the book?

[Speaker 2] Not really. She goes into great explanation about all of the people. You didn't watch 90210 back in the day?

[Speaker 1] No I never got into maybe I should give it another go. Have you decided if your going to go to the movies next week?

[Speaker 2] You totally should. The last season was the best one. I am going to go next week. Do you want to come?

[Speaker 1] I would love to, I really want to watch the new fast and furious, would you be interested?

[Speaker 2] Yes! I bet this one will be really good. The last few few were super!

[Speaker 1] I know, although I have heard very mixed reviews about it. But I'm sure I will love it, I can't get enough of that franchise.

[Speaker 2] It is wild that they have been able to keep it interesting after so many movies!


I have 3 children below the age of 9.
I work as a librarian in the city.
My name means grown up in german.
I love playing the flute.
I go to work by boat everyday.

I am a senior citizen.
I have eight grandchildren.
My mother was a librarian.
I am a very quiet person.
I like to watch movies on netflix.

I work as a librarian.

I have a boat.

I play the flute.

I have a son and grandkids.

My mother was a librarian.

I have a lot of kids. I have kids all grown up and they have their own kids.

[Speaker 1] Hello there, how was your day?

[Speaker 2] Hello. Today was a good day since I got to play with my son's kids. You?

[Speaker 1] I love kid too, but I dont have much time with them am a librarian.

[Speaker 2] That is interesting. My mother also had the same profession as you.

[Speaker 1] Thats cool I have 3 children does your mother has the same thing?

[Speaker 2] No but I had a lot of kids..

[Speaker 1] Are they up to nine my is below the age of nine.

[Speaker 2] They are all grown up now and have kids of their own.

[Speaker 1] Really, how do they go to work everyday is it by boat like me?

[Speaker 2] Most of them take the subway. What do you do?

[Speaker 1] I love playing flute but that is not what I do for living.

[Speaker 2] Do you play in a band or symphony?

I work as a librarian.

I have a boat.

I play the flute.

I have a son and grandkids.

My mother was a librarian.

[Speaker 1] Get to spend more time with your son and grandkids?

[Speaker 2] I did it was a great time, we went to the park!

[Speaker 1] That is always a great way to spend time with kids.

[Speaker 2] Most definitely, for sure the moments I cherish in life. Have  you got to spend time with your kids?

[Speaker 1] Work has kept me away from them more than I would like, unfortunately.

[Speaker 2] That is unfortunate but I know how that goes. My mom was a libraian, so she was always busy helping people

[Speaker 1] It is a taxing job, but very rewarding.

[Speaker 2] Most definitely, I think the rewards ulitmately make it worth it, plus your kids can get any book they want!

[Speaker 1] That is a huge perk! Kids don't read enough these days.

[Speaker 2] I know! I feel like most kids would struggle even finding a book in a library, internet has made it easy for them!

[Speaker 1] No kidding. Things sure have changed over the years.

[Speaker 2] I know! I can't remember the last time my grandkids asked to go to the libary.

I work as a librarian. I have a job that has demanding hours. I do not see my kids as much as I would like.

I have a boat.

I play the flute.

I think kids should read more these days.

I have a son and grandsons.

My mother was a librarian. My mother was often busy. I had unlimited access to book growing up due to my mother's job.

I like to take my grandkids to the park. I cherish time spent with my grandkids.

[Speaker 1] Have you ever thought about taking your grandkids to a library and explaining what your mom did for a living as a librarian? It could be a great learning field trip for them.

[Speaker 2] Kids just don't seem to be interested in going to the library anymore.

[Speaker 1] I agree, I see libraries closing more and more. Even school libraries are half the size they use to be.

[Speaker 2] I'm not really sure of a solution to keep libraries open. With the rise of the internet people do not need them as much as I used to.

[Speaker 1] That is basically it. Everything is becoming electronic. Paper books are not really needed, only people who cherish a real book keep them relevant.

[Speaker 2] I do find it interesting that libraries now are finding creative ways to still stay relevant like creating little maker spaces.  Some are adding 3D printers and other tools to keep kids learning and entertained in a safe environment

[Speaker 1] Yes we implement those in our library. We still get parents bringing in their little kids which I find encouraging

[Speaker 2] Not only will the kids learn but the parents will also learn new skills to

[Speaker 1] even librarians like me learn new skills too, lol

[Speaker 2] That's true you're never too old to learn a new skill

[Speaker 1] :), so how was the trip to the park with your grandkids?

[Speaker 2] It was great the weather was really nice and I really enjoyed getting outside and getting some fresh air

I have a boat.

I play the flute.

I am still learning skills as a librarian.

I have a son and grandsons.

I believe the internet is taking the place of libraries.

[Speaker 1] My youngest child just asked me if I could teach them how to play the flute!

[Speaker 2] Oh really? So they want to play the flute like you. That's wonderful to hear. Are you planning to teach them yourself or hire a teacher?

[Speaker 1] I am going to teach them myself. I am just so proud that they came to me and asked for my help. It was nice to feel wanted by my kids.

[Speaker 2] I bet is a wonderful feeling. I took my grandkids fishing once because they asked me to. It's a great way to bond with them. Now you and your youngest can bond through music. I think that's wonderful.

[Speaker 1] Yes, I am so glad we can spend some time together and bond over flutes. She wants to learn because of the singer Lizzo. She can play the flute so well that it inspired her. Have you heard of her?

[Speaker 2] Ah no I have not. I'm sure one of my grandkids have. Are they very famous? I'm a bit out of touch with music these days.

[Speaker 1] Yes she is famous. Me too. I am a bit out of touch too with the latest music. My daughter played the video of her playing the flute and singing. It was incredible. I am glad she found a motivation though. Can any of your kids play an instrument?

[Speaker 2] No not my kids or grandkids. They spend so much time on their phones and tablets that they rarely take interest in such things. It would be wonderful if one of them did take an interest in music. Is your youngest the only one interested in musical intrustments right now?

[Speaker 1] Yes at the moment. My other two are just like yours - addicted to tablets and phones. I hoping that when I start teaching my youngest the flute the others would want to join in. I will grab a few spare just in case. Did you ever take your kids fishing? Did they like it?

[Speaker 2] They sure did. Even though the oldest girl was so busy with her texting and what not. The other grandkids loved it and even caught a good sized fish! I really hope they'll let me take them again one day.

[Speaker 1] That is amazing! You should try and put a date in the calendar and make it an annual thing. So that way they all know. It might help.

[Speaker 2] That's a great idea actually! It can be an annual fishing trip. Phones and technology is nice but getting in touch with nature is unlike anything else. I appreciate your suggestion. Do you ever take camping trips or anything like that?

I have 3 children. I have a kid younger than 9. My youngest child is a daughter.

I have a boat.

I play the flute.

I am also out of touch with the current music scene. I liked Lizzo.

My children enjoy technology like tablets and phones too. I want my other kids to be interested in the flute.

I have a son and grandsons.

I feel the internet has taken the use of a library away from children. My grandkids do not go to the library. My kids and grandkids enjoy technology like phones and tablets.

I do not think I know the singer Lizzo. I am out of touch with the current music scene.

My oldest girl texts a lot. My other grandkids enjoyed the fishing and even caught a big fish. I want to take them fishing again.

I like to fish. I like your idea of making the fishing trip an annual trip. I enjoy getting in touch with nature.

[Speaker 1] Do you use technology like text messaging to interact with your grandkids?

[Speaker 2] No I can't get my head round it, I much rather a good ol fashioned phone call!

[Speaker 1] I have had to learn just to keep in touch with my family because of my hours at my job. It is not easy, I understand.

[Speaker 2] Well thankfully I don't have that problem these days, I get to spend some great time with my grandkids. Have you thought any more about the idea of our annual fishing trip?

[Speaker 1] Yes, I think you should start planning this with your family and try and do different locations every year so that it changes up the scenery

[Speaker 2] Yes I think that's a great idea, how is work at the library?

[Speaker 1] Busy, and demanding because we are short staffed. While there seems to be little need for a library these days, I find that we have less staff to get everything done

[Speaker 2] Well if you ever need someone to come and help for a couple of hours here and there, give me a call, you know how much I love to be in the library anyway

[Speaker 1] I will keep that in mind as we do have volunteer hours available. How is your family doing these days?

[Speaker 2] Well I would be happy to help. My family are all great thank you for asking I took the grandkids to the park again we had a great time. How's your family doing?

[Speaker 1] They are good. I wish I coudl spend more time with them but my job is keeping me busy. I do hope they take up some hobbies that involve the outdoors or something more creative.

[Speaker 2] Yes you need to make sure you find that balance between work and spending time with family, maybe try taking them fishing mine loved it!


I am a meat eater.
I like running.
I wear pants.
My parents grew up in alaska.
I work as a programmer.

I just graduated high school.

I've been stuck in this tiny town for too long.

I'm going on a cross-country trip and never coming back.

I might write my parents a post card some time.

Whatever, I can't wait to be staying under the stars.

I enjoy running.

I enjoy seeing the stars and wide open spaces.

I am familiar with Alaska.

I enjoy steak.

I am moving out west. I just graduated high school.

I enjoy grilling.

[Speaker 1] Hey - I just got back from a run....how'bout you?

[Speaker 2] Hey! I just got back from a camping trip. I love sleeping under the stars.

[Speaker 1] So do I! Some people need the sun...i need the stars - especially in wide open spaces!

[Speaker 2] Of course! I am packing up and heading out west forever.

[Speaker 1] How far west? I'm very familiar with alaska!

[Speaker 2] Maybe washington? I'm fresh out of high school ready to go.

[Speaker 1] Good for you! What will you do for work..any programming experience?

[Speaker 2] Maybe? Ready for adventure, writing letters and not using a phone.

[Speaker 1] Impressive! Or maybe because I'm hungry for a good steak it sounds impressive.

[Speaker 2] Yummm.. Maybe I'll grill some.

[Speaker 1] Do it! Be careful what you're wearing while grilling so you don't get burned.

[Speaker 2] Thanks for the advice, I'm going with friends no parents.

I enjoy running.

I am familiar with Alaska.

I enjoy steak.

I enjoy grilling.

[Speaker 1] Get to do any grilling?

[Speaker 2] I have! I made some steaks on the girll just the other night it was awesome!

[Speaker 1] I could go for a steak right now. I am hungry!

[Speaker 2] Grilling a steak under the stars while camping is what it is all about!

[Speaker 1] That sounds lovely right about now. Work has me busy and I could go for some time in the wilderness to unwind.

[Speaker 2] You need to tell work you need a vacation, and get out to the campground as soon as possible. There are some great trails to run!

[Speaker 1] Good call. Running is a great way to decompress.

[Speaker 2] I know you mentioned you really enjoy it. Do you run distance or just sprints?

[Speaker 1] I do it all. I listen to my body and my mood.

[Speaker 2] For sure, that is absolutely key. Your body will let you know how far you can push it on any given day.

[Speaker 1] That has been a good indicator that has kept me injury free all of these years.

[Speaker 2] That is so crucial. you can't keep making fitness strides if you are injured. Some people push it to hard and end up on the sidelines for 6 months

I am familiar with Alaska.

I enjoy steak.

My work keeps me very busy. I would like to take time to unwind in the wilderness.

[Speaker 1] Since you enjoy writing and the outdoors, have you ever considered turning your adventures into a book or short stories?

[Speaker 2] I have, but I don't feel like I'm a very good writer. Maybe I should take an online course in writing.

[Speaker 1] What type of online course? My friend has taken a free online course that meets once a week, and she really enjoys it!

[Speaker 2] I've never had much luck in them, but since I'm getting ready to move, that might be the best way for now. I think maybe after I get settled, I can find a local junior college or something that offers a cheap intro to writing class.

[Speaker 1] Yeah that sounds like a good plan. What do you plan to do meanwhile? Are you going to find a part time job since you just graduated high school?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, probably. Although, I'm going to use this year to just explore for a while and see where the world takes me. I have a couple of friends out West and a lot of camping equipment, and I'm just going to explore and live in the outdoors for a while. I figure I should do it while I'm young.

[Speaker 1] Seems like a really great plan! I hope I have used my time between high school and college to travel more with friends instead of taking pre-college classes and working. Definitely try to enjoy life when you are young!

[Speaker 2] I may regret it in 6 months when I'm broke, half-frozen and huddling under a tent in the snow in Montana, but we'll see. lol! Maybe you can come visit after I get settled. We could grill some steaks and sleep out under the stars.

[Speaker 1] Haha but remember, what cannot kill you will make you stronger! And honestly that still sounds like a more memorable experience than my life right now. And yes I would love to visit! I am quite busy with my work right now, but I should have a couple of free days next month.

[Speaker 2] Do you still run as much as you used to? It seems like the amount you run always seems to correlate to how busy you are.

[Speaker 1] Not as much now since I've been working overtime at my job, I can barely get enough sleep right now, but it'll all be better when this busy month is over.

[Speaker 2] Well hang in there, and remember, there's more life than just work.

I am familiar with Alaska.

I enjoy steak.

I went to college.  I worked between high school and college and took pre college classes.

My job keeps me pretty busy.

This month is busy at my job.  I used to run a lot in the past but not so much now.

I enjoy camping and sleeping under the stars. I enjoy adventure, writing letters. I don't like phones.  I don't think I am a good writer. I might take a writing course.

I enjoy grilling. I enjoy grilling steaks while camping under the stars. I like the outdoors.

I am going to live outdoors and explore right now. I think there is more to life than work.

[Speaker 1] Have you started packing yet for your move?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I have slowly been packing each day. I am also finding that I can get rid of quite a bit of stuff that I won't need out west. How is your job going?

[Speaker 1] My job is still pretty busy. It's great that you can get rid of stuff. Have you heard of  "minimalism" ?

[Speaker 2] I have heard of minimalism. I am not sure that I can get my belongings down that much but because I will be outdoors the majority of the time, I won't need a lot of my electronics

[Speaker 1] In that case, you can probably get rid of all of your electronics, right? Do you usually use them a lot?

[Speaker 2] I am a big music buff so I will be keeping my phone and headphones, but at this point I am not sure that I will need any of my other electronics.

[Speaker 1] That sounds nice. I feel pretty addicted to my electronics, honestly. Actually, I guess I'm more addicted to the internet.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I have been able to move away from the internet, I don't have any social media. Have you found any time to get outside and run?

[Speaker 1] Wow, I can't imagine not having social media. It must be freeing. Yes, I've been finding 20 minutes in the evenings to go on a run. I want to try other sports though.

[Speaker 2] That is great! What other sports do you want to try?

[Speaker 1] I think it'd be cool to try more water sports. I want to try surfing. Have you done it?

[Speaker 2] No, I haven't tried but that would be a lot of fun. Do you have water near you that you can practice on?

I am familiar with Alaska.

I enjoy steak.

I like to run to decompress. I like to run sprints. I like to do distance running. I listen to my body when I am running. Listening to my body keeps me injury free. I run for 20 minutes in the evening.

My job keeps me pretty busy.

I am addicted to my electronics and the internet. I have social media.

I want to try surfing.

I am outdoors a majority of the time. I do not use or need many electronics.

I am a music buff.

I don't have social media.

[Speaker 1] Have you found any online courses for writing to enroll in?

[Speaker 2] Not yet, have you found time to unwind from work?

[Speaker 1] I am trying to make the time, but work keeps me so darn busy!

[Speaker 2] Wow, that sucks! Are you still keeping up with your running?

[Speaker 1] Yes. That I always manage to make time for. I have to stay in shape or I lose my sanity!

[Speaker 2] That's good to hear! Have you tried surfing yet?

[Speaker 1] No, but that is at the top of my priorities list! I watched Point Break and it motivated me to commit to learning!

[Speaker 2] Was it a good watch? I'm glad to hear that!

[Speaker 1] It is a classic! Have you ever seen it?

[Speaker 2] Nope, not yet. Do you recommend it?

[Speaker 1] It is really good. Some superstars in it like Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves.

[Speaker 2] Wow, sounds good. I'll add it to my watch list! Is your job still pretty busy?


I like using coupons.

I have 5 dogs and 3 rats.

I like sunset walks.

I like to paint.

I go to college full time to get my degree.

I am a car salesman.

I enjoy murder mystery novels.

My mother was a police officer.

My favorite band is 5 finger death punch.

Sometimes, I like to garden.

I am a full time college student. I paint. I am majoring in art. I want to go to vet school.

I like to go outside for walks. I have dogs.

My mom gardens on the weekends. I prefer couponing.

I work as a salesman at the ford dealership.

I have read mystery books. I am a bookworm.

My mother is a cop. She hates gardening. She likes dogs. I garden.

[Speaker 1] Hey how are you?

[Speaker 2] I'm doing great. Just got off work.

[Speaker 1] Oh what do you do for work?.

[Speaker 2] I work as a salesman at the food dealership in town. What about you?

[Speaker 1] Neat! I'm actually a full time college student, but I do paint on the side!

[Speaker 2] I meant ford, lol. What are you majoring in?

[Speaker 1] Oh, cars, nice! I'm majoring in art. But I would love to get into vet school eventually.

[Speaker 2] Art school has always sounded awesome in the mystery books I've read.

[Speaker 1] Oh you're a bookworm? I prefer getting outside with my dogs for walks!

[Speaker 2] I'm a bit of a book worm, I mostly just get outside for gardening.

[Speaker 1] Nice! My mom gardens on the weekends, I prefer couponing!

[Speaker 2] That's funny. My mother is a cop who hates gardening. She's a dog person too.

[Speaker 1] I learned a new style of painting in class.

[Speaker 2] Oh that is awesome! What style did you learn?

[Speaker 1] Splatter painting. It is a really fun way to be creative.

[Speaker 2] That sounds crazy fun! As an art major you have to enjoy learning new styles like that.

[Speaker 1] I sure do! I am always looking to expand my craft.

[Speaker 2] That is very important to getting good jobs in the future, the more you know, the more you can show. Companies love that.

[Speaker 1] Absolutely. Plus, I really enjoy it.

[Speaker 2] And that is the key, you need to love your job, I enjoy selling cars, but I always think about chasing other passions

[Speaker 1] What else would you like to do?

[Speaker 2] My mom is a cop and that is a career field that always interest me

[Speaker 1] That is a very rewarding and honorable field.

[Speaker 2] I think so too, and I hope I can bridge the divide between cops and people if I choose to get into that field

I just learned to paint in a new style. I am taking a painting class. The new style is called splatter painting.

I work as a salesman at the ford dealership and I enjoy it. I do think about chasing other passions.

[Speaker 1] Did your mom tell you a lot of cop stories growing up? It didn't scare you away from becoming one?

[Speaker 2] No, if anything, it made me want to change the world even more. Why? Have you heard some bad stories recently?

[Speaker 1] I guess I'm thinking more along the lines of being a cop as a profession that requires you to be in stressful and potentially dangerous situations.

[Speaker 2] Definitely. But I'm preparing myself for every aspect of it, as daunting as it is. I'm sure there could be dangerous situations as a vet too.

[Speaker 1] I suppose there could be. I'm glad that you're taking the cop profession very seriously and wanting to change the world even more. That makes me happy - we need more people like you joining the force!

[Speaker 2] That's inspiring, thank you. We need more people to take care of our beloved pets or even make beautiful art too!

[Speaker 1] That's so nice of you to say. Do you have any pets or plan to have a pet?

[Speaker 2] I would love to be a part of the K-9 Unit so I'm thinking of getting a dog soon and training him. I think dogs can be a great equalizer.

[Speaker 1] That's awesome. Do you have any experience training dogs? What kinds of things would you have to train the dog to do?

[Speaker 2] Not yet. Controlling him or her would be my first priority. I would want to build a relationship so I can trust the dog.

[Speaker 1] What kind of breed do they use for the K-9 unit?

[Speaker 2] German Shepherds mainly but I'm thinking that a Bloodhound could be a good choice too.

One career field that interests me is police work. If I become a cop, I would like to help bridge the gap between cops and people. I am prepared to become a cop.

[Speaker 1] Have you considered getting a dog from an animal shelter?  There are so many dogs that need a good home.  It might be worth a look.

[Speaker 2] That's a really good idea. I've been thinking about actually pulling the trigger on actually getting a pooch. I hope that they would have a cute bloodhound that needs a home.

[Speaker 1] They might, but if not I'm sure there is a great dog that would be perfect for your home.  Sometimes there are dogs that are trained and everything, but maybe their owners had to move or something.  I am excited for you.

[Speaker 2] I'm excited, but also a little leery. Not all of us can be great with dogs like you! How's school going, by the way?

[Speaker 1] I know you will do great, it just takes a little patience.  Well, I am taking a couple art classes this summer.  You know about the splatter painting one, while the other is more of a history of art class, but we get to go to the museums pretty much every other class.

[Speaker 2] That's awesome! I like art museums almost as much as the library. I can't believe that you get to do that for credit.

[Speaker 1] I know! The thing that is nice is that it was included in the course fee at a discounted rate.  We also get to spend time at specific areas each session.  So, there is really no time pressure.  It's amazing how many details you miss.

[Speaker 2] I'm sure that's true. I've never really had the extra cash to pay for a pass to the art museum, but I'd love to do it someday. Maybe if I sell a few more mustangs! lol!

[Speaker 1] How has business been?  Weren't you just named salesperson of the month?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, but it's all about what you've done lately. There's a lot of pressure in this job. My income is basically entirely dependent on how many cars I sell. It's a tough job.

[Speaker 1] Well congratulations just the same.  Are you any closer to following your dreams of entering the police force?

[Speaker 2] I think I'm going to finish my application this weekend. The starting pay isn't very good, so I may move back home for a while until I can make a little more money after I finish training at the police academy.

I am taking art classes for summer. I spend most of my time at different areas for each session.

I do not have any pets. I am not experienced with dog training. I would like a Bloodhound as a dog. I am not great with dogs.

I like to go to art museums and the library.

I do not have money to go to the museum.

I was named salesperson of the month. My income depends on my selling.

I want to be a police officer. I moved back home.

[Speaker 1] Did you apply to work as a police officer already?

[Speaker 2] I have not applied yet, I want to get in better physical shape first to ensure I pass the exams.

[Speaker 1] Good luck with it. I hope you follow through on your ambition to bridge the gap. My dad was a cop and I believe he was a good man, but I have strong concerns about the institutional role of policing and the way they treat minority neighborhoods as occupied hostile territory.

[Speaker 2] Yes, I have concerns as well.  However I do believe there are more good cops than bad.  Its a shame that bad cops ruin the reputation of the profession in general.

[Speaker 1] In the meantime, how are things going at the dealership? Do you get both salary and commission?

[Speaker 2] The dealership is going well. Yes I get both salary and commission.  However commission is only based on my sales and that is hit or miss.

[Speaker 1] If you're a salesman, you must enjoy interacting with other people. Are most of the customers pleasant?

[Speaker 2] Yes most of the customers are pleasant, however they are always suspicious that they arent getting a good deal and therefore some interactions are awkward at the least.

[Speaker 1] I'm just glad they're not abusive. I've worked in customer service jobs like restaurants in the past and it's unbelievable what some of the public are willing to inflict on staff.

[Speaker 2] Yes Ive heard horror stories.  What was the worst experience you had with a customer?

[Speaker 1] There was one lady who came in at least weekly, and always -- I mean always! -- complained about the amounts of ingredients in her nachos order. Even though we weighed out everyone's ingredients exactly the same, the manager always remade the order to appease her, and finally gave her a 20% lifetime discount as a reward for being an asshole who made us lose money. I guess the boss was afraid she'd tell her asshole friends not to come in, and we'd miss out on the opportunity to lose even more money.

[Speaker 2] Wow that is crazy.  I hope I never experience anything like that.  Any other crazy stories?


I am an artist.
I like to be in nature.
My mom is a nurse.
My favorite music genre is rock.
I work with animals.

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.

My favorite type of music is rock.

My mom's a nurse.

I work on art. I love nature. I work at animal er.

I love food. I like to eat.

My favorite singer is Charlie Parker.

I'm looking for a car to buy.

I used to work for cisco before I broke my leg.

I eat cheeseburgers.

[Speaker 1] Hi how are you.

[Speaker 2] Good, just eating, cause I love food. You?

[Speaker 1] Im listening to rock music its my favorite.

[Speaker 2] Charlie parker is my favorite.

[Speaker 1] Oh good stuff. My moms a nurse so im just sitting at the hospital waiting.

[Speaker 2] Wow for her whole shift? I'm looking for a car to buy.

[Speaker 1] Yes so I can work on my art in quiet.

[Speaker 2] I go snowboarding a lot. I actually had to go to the hospital after I got hurt.

[Speaker 1] Oh no I love nature so snowborading is fun.

[Speaker 2] That was when I worked for cisco. I had to quit cause I broke my leg.

[Speaker 1] Ouch. I work at aminal er! Thanks :).

[Speaker 2] Thank you. Just gonna go eat my cheeseburger now.

My favorite type of music is rock.

My mom's a nurse.

I love food. I like to eat.

My favorite singer is Charlie Parker.

I'm looking for a car to buy.

I eat cheeseburgers.

[Speaker 1] Have you found a car to buy yet?

[Speaker 2] I have narrowed it down to two. I am going to test drive this weekend and make the final decision.

[Speaker 1] That's good. I planned to get a new car soon. I picked up a couple extra shifts at the animal ER to help pay for it

[Speaker 2] What are you thinking about getting?

[Speaker 1] I want a jeep. What are your two choices?

[Speaker 2] Either a VW Passat or a Honda Accord. Do you have an opinion on either one?

[Speaker 1] I like Honda Accords. I like Hondas in general they are a very good make of cars to me. Are you leaning towards one more than the other?

[Speaker 2] I tend to agree with you. The Passat is just less money, so I am open to it.

[Speaker 1] I hope it works out for you! Is your legged completely healed up?

[Speaker 2] I hope your jeep happens too! We have to go for some joy rides in our new cars! My leg is about 90% there.

[Speaker 1] Thank you and yes we do ! Did you break your leg snowboarding?

[Speaker 2] You know me too well! I sure did. I will be back out on the powder again though once I am healed.

My favorite type of music is rock.

My mom's a nurse.

I work on art. I love nature.

I work at an animal ER. I am taking extra shifts to help pay for the car. I am hoping to buy a jeep. I like Honda Accords.

I love food. I like to eat. I eat cheeseburgers.

My favorite singer is Charlie Parker.

I like to snowboard. I was hurt before and had to go to the hosptital. My leg is 90% healed. I broke my leg snowboarding. It won't stop me from going out on the snow again once I'm healed.

I'm looking for a car to buy. I have it narrowed down to two. I will be making a decision after test drives this weekend. I am going to buy either a VW Passat or a Honda Accord. I am looking at the Passat because of the lower price, but leaning towards the Accord.

[Speaker 1] Maybe you should look into whether the Accord or the Passat handles better in snow?

[Speaker 2] that is a very good point. honestly i should have thought about that - because neither of these cars is that great. what am i thinking, i should have gone for a subaru! you said you like accords, what do you like about them?

[Speaker 1] I like their reliability. Apparently Hondas do not have much of a record for premature breakdowns or things like that!

[Speaker 2] that is true. reliability is very important and hondas are excellent for that. they last forever! if you get a jeep, would you want to take it out to 4x4, or just for your normal commuting?

[Speaker 1] Definitely the 4x4. I'd like to drive on the beach to get some weekend bonfires going!

[Speaker 2] that sounds nice. definitely love the bonfire to grill up some cheeseburgers!! have you ever been snowboarding before, or you more of a beach type person?

[Speaker 1] Definitely more of a beach person. I don't do well in the cold. Also, I've never quite gotten the toe-side figured out for snowboarding.

[Speaker 2] i can understand. it does take some time to figure out. i think i am lucky because i have been doing it so long, it was easy to pick up as a kid. do you surf?

My favorite type of music is rock.

My mom's a nurse.

I work on art. I love nature.

I value reliability in things I buy, especially cars.

My favorite singer is Charlie Parker.

I live in a place that gets lots of snow.

[Speaker 1] Do you also ski or do you just stick with snowboarding?

[Speaker 2] I mostly just snowboard. My friends and I got started in it when we were in our teens. I do know some that ski but it's really not for me. How about you, do you like snowboarding? I know you said you weren't good at it yet but do you enjoy it?

[Speaker 1] Yes I do really enjoy it. I hope one day I will be good at it. How long do you think it will take me?

[Speaker 2] It will take quite a bit. It's very different that surfing or anything like that. The most important thing is to try and stay balanced. It's key to ensuring that you stay on your board and level on the snow.

[Speaker 1] Ok, thank you. I will keep that in mind. Any tips are more than welcome. I am scared of having an accident that anything that can help avoid nd make me better is much appreciated. After your accident did it take long to get back on the snow?

[Speaker 2] Yeah I'm not fully healed up all the way. I'll be back boarding and grinding on the snow before you know it. I understand it can be scary but if you take your time and don't take too many big risks, you'll be fine. I've been snowboarding since I was a kid but only got serious in my teens with my friends. I've only had this one accident so it should be fine. How many times have you been?

[Speaker 1] I have only been five times so far. Going again on the weekend and then next weekend with a friends. I am looking forward to going with my friend as it will be the first time I do it with someone else. Do you normally go on your own or with someone?

[Speaker 2] I tend to go with other people. Usually a group of 5 or 6 of us. Snowboarding alone isn't really that fun as you can't show off your sick moves and all. I'm glad you are going with friends. It's helpful to learn with a group rather than alone you know?

[Speaker 1] Yes, I did the first few alone with an instructor so I can practice. Now I feel more comfortable to do it with people I think I will prefer it. It helps to make it seem like a fun experience. I am hoping one day to go to the Alps and do it there. Is there anywhere you want to go to snowboard?

[Speaker 2] Everyone wants to go to the Alps but location doesn't mean too much to me. I live in an area that I can snowboard all the time anyway. Don't get me wrong though - the alps sound amazing! So let me ask you something. Have you ever gone surfing?

[Speaker 1] No I have never tried it before. I prefer cold weather activities to warm weather activities.  Do you like surfing?

[Speaker 2] Once a good while ago. Before I was busy with work and things of that nature. My friends invited me on a trip to the beach. I tried it there and it was a completely different experience than I thought. I just thought you might have since you like the beach and all.

My favorite type of music is rock.

My mom's a nurse.

I work on art. I love nature.

I have been snowboarding but I'm not very good at it. I like the beach more than the snow. I am afraid of having a snowboarding accident. I am willing to listen to an expert and follow directions.

I have snowboarded alone 5 times. I am going snowboarding the next two weekends. I will be going with friends on weekend after next.

I took snowboarding lessons. I feel comfortable enough to go with another person now. I want to go the the Alps and snowboard.

I have never gone surfing. I prefer winter sports.

My favorite singer is Charlie Parker.

I've been snowboarding since I was a kid. I do not like to ski. I prefer snowboarding. I have friends that snowboard as well.

I believe it will take you a while to become really proficient at snowboarding.

I had an accident snowboarding. I have only had one accident snowboarding. I have been snowboarding since I was a child but got serious about it as a teen.

I usually go snowboarding with 5-6 other people. I do not think snowboarding alone is much fun. I think it is helpful to snowboard with other people.

I do not care where I go snowboarding. I can snowboard where I live.

I have surfed once. I went on a trip to the beach with my friends.

[Speaker 1] There was a weird case at the animal hospital today; a dog got caught in a bear trap.

[Speaker 2] Oh, that sounds scary! How did you handle it?

[Speaker 1] It was crazy, it was like the dog knew were trying to help it. It stayed very still and didn't try to bite us or anything.  We opened the trap and the leg was a mess.

[Speaker 2] Oh no, was the dog okay?

[Speaker 1] Yeah, the leg was broken, and had some pretty bad cuts.  We gave the dog and IV with antibiotics and put a cast on the dog.  The owner was really happy that the dog is going to be fine.

[Speaker 2] Good to hear that the dog will be fine! Have you managed to pay off most of the car?

[Speaker 1] I'm making a dent in the payments, but it will probably be at least a year of extra shifts to get it paid off. Man, once I do get that car paid off, I'll be able to really save some money.  Maybe even take a trip or two to the beach.

[Speaker 2] That's unfortunate, I'd suggest taking a trip to snowboard also, it's really fun!

[Speaker 1] I know you love to snowboard, and maybe I'll give it another try.  Maybe I would think it's more fun if I found some people to go with who can show me how to do it a little better.

[Speaker 2] Yea, you could try to get an instructor to go with! have you looked into getting another car?

[Speaker 1] Nah, what with the car payments, I don't think I can afford an instructor. Maybe next year when I get my finances under control and have some money saved up.