My name is mark.
I'm an alcoholic.
My dad was an alcoholic too.
Now I'm a mechanic.
I've got a baby on the way.

I am a inventor.

I invented a personal teleportation device.

I am able to teleport myself instantly anywhere in the world.

I'm working on a time machine.

I love puppies.

My name is Mark.
I am a mechanic.
Alcohol is my therapy.
I am about to be a father.

I don't drink. Dogs are my therapy.

I used to drink alcohol.

My hobby is my job.

[Speaker 1] Hey how you doin? Name's mark..

[Speaker 2] Hey mark, I am working on my time machine.

[Speaker 1] Nice, I am a mechanic myself, so if you need help hit me up.

[Speaker 2] I do, I invented it myself and its been a learning process.

[Speaker 1] Nice nice. I could use a drink, how about you?

[Speaker 2] No I don't drink, dogs are my therapy.

[Speaker 1] Alcohol is mine, life gets tough and sometimes you need to wet your tongue..

[Speaker 2] Been there done that, what do you do for a living?

[Speaker 1] Oh I thought I mentioned that, I am a mechanic. What about you?

[Speaker 2] Sorry I missed that, I work on a time machine.

[Speaker 1] Is that all you do for a living? Any hobbies?

[Speaker 2] My hobby is my job, anything other than drinking?

[Speaker 1] Well I have a kid on the way, so that has been hectic..

[Speaker 2] I bet, children take a lot of time and money.

I don't drink. Dogs are my therapy.

I used to drink alcohol.

My hobby is my job.

[Speaker 1] I woke up with a massive hangover this morning and now I have to go to the hospital because my baby is about to be born.

[Speaker 2] Uhhh what? that does not sound good. You better chug some gatorade and get over there as soon as possible

[Speaker 1] I think I may still be a little drunk, so I have to call and Uber! This is not the way I wanted to bring a child into the world.

[Speaker 2] Haha at least your child will be too young to know! So you can still win father of the year this year!

[Speaker 1] How on earth do you stay sober? I really tried during her pregnancy, but clearly that did not work.

[Speaker 2] Hey it is all about portion control, it is okay to indulge, just got to take it easy sometimes

[Speaker 1] I wish I could at least go back to last night and make this day more special for both of them. I don't want to seem too needy but...how is the time machine going?? I know this might seem trivial in the grand scheme of things, but I could really use it right now.

[Speaker 2] I mean, in my mind it is ready to roll, but ya know, it is probably pretty risky to be the first one to use it haha.

[Speaker 1] You could try it with a dog first.

[Speaker 2] Man, I'd feel so bad to lose my dog to it though, Maybe I'll try it first just in case things go array.

[Speaker 1] Don't do it!!! We need you here! We were hoping you would be the god parent to our sweet baby! I did not want to ask like this, but my Uber is late, so better now than when you are in the future!

[Speaker 2] Oh man, I had no idea. I would love to be. That is such an honor thank you so much for asking!

My name is Mark.

I am a mechanic.

Alcohol is my therapy.

I am about to be a father. I am going to the hospital. My baby is about to be born. I have a hangover. I am still drunk. I will call an Uber. I have trouble staying sober.

I want my baby to have a godparent.

I don't drink. Dogs are my therapy. I have a dog.

I used to drink alcohol.

My hobby is my job.

I would love to be a godparent.

[Speaker 1] Did you try out the time machine? Did it work? I can't wait to hear all the details.

[Speaker 2] No, I have not tried it out yet. Now that the time is here, I am getting a little nervous that something may go wrong.

[Speaker 1] Are you going to use it to go into the future or the past?  If you can prove it works I need to go into the past to fix a few things.

[Speaker 2] I am going into the past first, I will let you know how it goes once I have actually used it! So was your baby born yet?

[Speaker 1] Yes, she's here and has come home.  It's been nothing but crying and me drinking.

[Speaker 2] I am sorry to hear that! How is the mother doing?

[Speaker 1] She's recovering well, it seems.  She's enamored of our little girl, which is good because it means she's not nagging me about how much I'm drinking.

[Speaker 2] I am glad she is doing well, do you have a plan to stop drinking so much?

[Speaker 1] Yes.  No.  Well, sort of.  I was going to go to a bar tonight and do a lot of drinking and see if I could come up with any ideas.  Do you know anyone who's gone to AA?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I have friends who have gone to AA and have seen a lot of success. Is that something you are open to doing?

[Speaker 1] I would definitely consider it.  I don't think I'm in a good place to be raising a child and trying to provide for a family, but I haven't had any real success on my own trying to get things under control.

[Speaker 2] Maybe you could use your family as your motivation, they will definitley need you!

My name is Mark.

I am a mechanic.

Alcohol is my therapy.

I want my baby to have a godparent.

I need to go into the past to fix a few things.

I am working on a time machine. I invented a time machine. I want to try out my time machine. I have no tried the time machine yet. I'm nervous.

I used to drink alcohol.

My hobby is my job.

I would love to be a godparent.

I am going into the past first.

I have friends who have gone to AA.

[Speaker 1] I decided to join AA to address my drinking problem.

[Speaker 2] That's good for you. My friends say it's a great experience and having a network of people willing to help you.

[Speaker 1] That's what I've heard as well.  How did you get over your drinking, and was it ever a problem for you?

[Speaker 2] I don't drink. If I had a problem I would just go back and time and stop myself from drinking.

[Speaker 1] Okay.  So your time machine is fully functional now?  When do plan to test it out?

[Speaker 2] It will probably work, but I've been hesitant to test it out. You know how it is with time machines you might end up stuck somewhere you don't want to be,

[Speaker 1] So true!  I'm rooting for you to succeed.  You'll be rich and famous if it does.

[Speaker 2] No no. Nobody can know if I succeed or I'll tracked down. You know how many people want this tech? I might need a get away car, how the repairs coming along?

[Speaker 1] It's going fine.  I'm a mechanic, so I can easily fix you up with a nice get away car.  Do you have a specific model in mind?

[Speaker 2] Something fast of course and reliable. I also need a Delorian for a decoy.

[Speaker 1] Delorian's are an older model and very rare so I can't help you there.  But I can certainly find you something fast and reliable.  I'm thinking along the lines of a Porsche 911.

[Speaker 2] Sounds good, but it probably needs some musle too. If I need to make a geta away I'll need to haul some stuff.

My name is Mark.

I am a car mechanic.

Alcohol is my therapy.

I want my baby to have a godparent.

I've been drinking a lot. I like drinking. I have joined Alcoholics Anonymous.

I used to drink alcohol.

My hobby is my job.

I would love to be a godparent.

I am going into the past first.

I have friends who have gone to AA.

[Speaker 1] I came back from the bar early, and spent time with my baby

[Speaker 2] So I guess you're off the wagon, then? Did you tell your sponsor yet?

[Speaker 1] Well yes... I'm starting slow instead of cold turkey. Rushing into things might lead to some harsh consequences. I'm just trying to be there for my family.

[Speaker 2] I'm glad to hear it. Keep going to AA meetings and do the steps. Of course, if you want another solution, we could try the temporal displacement device (TDD) I invented...go back in time to before you started drinking and talk yourself out of it.

[Speaker 1] Haha, sounds like a great plan b. Are you planning to take your dog with you to the past?

[Speaker 2] No, the device is only calibrated for humans. I'm thinking about making a trip to 1980 and putting $1000 in Microsoft stock in a trust account. If I had a godchild I could put some there for him or her, too (HINT HINT HINT)

[Speaker 1] LOL. Of course you can be her godparent. I hope you'll take her on some amazing adventures in your time machine.

[Speaker 2] When she's older. Only adults will be able to sign the waiver. When's the christening?

[Speaker 1] Right, that would be much safer. The christening will be in a couple weeks. I think I'll make a little more progress in AA by then, and I'm pretty excited.

[Speaker 2] Good. I stopped drinking years ago as you know and never looked back. I wish I could give you more support but I didn't have the same challenges. Did you ever come up with a middle name for baby?

[Speaker 1] Seeing others achieve sobriety inspires me to persevere as well. My wife and I haven't decided on a middle name yet. Do you have any suggestions?

[Speaker 2] How about Lauren? Or Genevieve?


I am a mom and sister.

I am in my forties.

I have a son and a daughter.

I own rental properties and maintain them myself.

I am a fan of movies.

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 eat anything. I am more than 40 years old. I am trying to eat healthy.

I have a son and a daughter.

I don't live near anywhere snowy. I have a brother. I snowboard when I visit my brother.

I own and maintain rental properties.

I like Charlie Parker. I love movies.

I am a mother. I like vans.

I like health food and meat.

During the winter I go snowboarding.

I used to work at Cisco.

My favorite musician is Charlie Parker.

I like movies. I'm planning to buy a new car.

[Speaker 1] Hi there, how are you doing?

[Speaker 2] I'm good and you. What do you like to eat.

[Speaker 1] Anything but I am eating healthy now that I am more than 40 years old.

[Speaker 2] I do enjoy health food and meat food..

[Speaker 1] My son loves meat, I have a daughter too but she is vegan.

[Speaker 2] In the winter time I go north to snowboarding, do you do the same thing..

[Speaker 1] There is no snow close to me, but I do it when I visit my brother.

[Speaker 2] Where did you work at, I did work at cisco.

[Speaker 1] Cisco? Wow, I have rental properties and I also maintain them by myself.

[Speaker 2] Who is your favorite performer, my is charlie parker.

[Speaker 1] I like charlie parker too, I love movies too, do you like movies?

[Speaker 2] Yes I like movies. I will buy new car. What is the best car..

[Speaker 1] I am a mom so I like vans.

[Speaker 2] Okay, what food do you like.

I have a son and a daughter.

I own and maintain rental properties.

I like Charlie Parker. I love movies.

I am a mother. I like vans.

I like health food and meat.

During the winter I go snowboarding.

I used to work at Cisco.

My favorite musician is Charlie Parker.

[Speaker 1] What did you do when you worked at Cisco?

[Speaker 2] I had an office job and was mostly in charge of importing/exporting. It was a lot of work but I liked it while I was there.

[Speaker 1] That sounds like challenging work! Did you have other employees that you supervised while you were there?

[Speaker 2] Yeah there were a lot of other workers. I supervised a guy named Charlie Daniels... like the musician. Except he looked and acted nothing like him. It was funny that was his name however.

[Speaker 1] That is really funny! haha. I wonder if people always commented to him about his name. Probably. I imagine that would get annoying after a while.

[Speaker 2] Yeah he got enough jokes about it but he was a good sport about it.

[Speaker 1] So what do you do for work now? I don't think I've ever asked you!

[Speaker 2] I have a job at a skunk farm. It sounds strange but we raise them for pets. A lot of people really want to have a pet skunk I guess.

[Speaker 1] What! That is such a unique job! Tell me more! So people essentially adopt skunks from you guys and keep them as pets?

[Speaker 2] Yeah they are very playful and tame. It’s a lot like owing a cat. I have one at home named Rosey. We raise them and train them so when people adopt the skunks they are ready for a home.

[Speaker 1] That is so interesting! Are they still able to spray you if they get scared, though? I'd be so nervous about that!

[Speaker 2] Well their is a surgery that can remove the scent gland it’s not that harmful much like a cat or dog getting spayed or neutered.

I have a son and a daughter.

I own and maintain rental properties.

I like Charlie Parker. I love movies.

I am a mother. I like vans.

I like health food and meat.

During the winter I go snowboarding.

I used to work at Cisco. I was in charge of importing/exporting at Cisco. I supervised employees.

My favorite musician is Charlie Parker.

[Speaker 1] I found this amazing healthy recipe I think you might enjoy.

[Speaker 2] Really? what is it and did you try it?

[Speaker 1] Yes! It was really good! It was baked chicken with brown rice. It was simple, but definitely a new favorite!

[Speaker 2] Sounds right up my alley. I'd love to have a copy and try it out. I've been really busy with the skunks today.

[Speaker 1] Hahaha! They must be really excited to see you! How many do you have exactly? Does Rosey interact well with the order skunks?

[Speaker 2] Counting the new litter, I'm up to 32. Rosey is a huge help. She's like their leader. The other skunks will follow her lead.

[Speaker 1] Wow, that's a lot of skunks! That is so awesome that you can depend on Rosey. Sounds like you all have formed a great bond. I never considered having a pet skunk, but I may have to look into it. My kids might find that to be interesting.

[Speaker 2] Most kids do. The majority of my skunks sale as pets for kids. They've been fixed not to spray, so they're kind of cat like. No messes to worry about either. They are very easy to house break.

I have a son and a daughter.

I own and maintain rental properties.

I like Charlie Parker. I love movies.

I am a mother. I like vans.

I like cooking.

I don't have a pet skunk.

I like health food and meat.

During the winter I go snowboarding.

My favorite musician is Charlie Parker.

I raise skunks on a skunk farm.I have a pet skunk named Rosey. I own 32 skunks.

I like cooking.

[Speaker 1] Have you watched any interesting movies lately? Any recommendations?

[Speaker 2] I watched Hamilton lately, it's on Disney+. I was so entertained, it was well done. It's a broadway musical though.

[Speaker 1] I haven't seen that yet. How are your skunks doing? I still cannot believe you raise them. My dogs got sprayed once and it took me literally weeks to get the smell out.

[Speaker 2] Someone needs to raise them! Did you try tomato juice? It's the best way to get the smell out.

[Speaker 1] Haha- tomato juice- tomato soup- diced tomatos- you name it- I tried it. Your skunks must freeze in the winter. O you take them snowboarding with you- just joking-

[Speaker 2] That's too bad. It would be funny to see them on tiny little snowboards! I'd be a YouTube sensation.

[Speaker 1] You'd probably make a ton of money. Have you found a job since leaving Cisco? Hubby and I used to order food from Cisco when we had our restaurant. We got some pretty good stuff and it was cheap.

[Speaker 2] I haven't I've been enjoying the 'laid back life'. I think I may go back to school, which is crazy.

[Speaker 1] It is never too late to go back to school!! Before you do we should go snowboarding together. My brother and I had a blast last year snowboarding. Do you know a good place?

[Speaker 2] We could go to Vermont! They have some amazing mountains. My parents live there.

[Speaker 1] Nice! I have not been to Vermont yet. Yeah that would be great. We could meet up there since there certainly is no snow where I live. WOuld it be a bother if one of my kids tagged along. My son and daughter would both love to try it.

[Speaker 2] No! Absolutely! The more the merrier!

I have a son and a daughter. I am married. I used to own a restaurant.

I own and maintain rental properties.

I like Charlie Parker. I love movies.

I am a mother. I like vans.

I like cooking.

I don't have a pet skunk. I have a dog.

I have not been to Vermont.

I like health food and meat.

During the winter I go snowboarding.

My favorite musician is Charlie Parker.

I like cooking.

I have watched Hamilton.

I do not enjoy the laid back life. I might go back to school.

My parents live in Vermont.

[Speaker 1] I saw cool snowboarding video that made me want to plan a snowboarding trip now.

[Speaker 2] That would be fun. Where do you want to go?

[Speaker 1] Your parents live in Vermont and I have never been there. Is there decent snowboarding there?

[Speaker 2] Yes there is lots of snow in Vermont during the winter. The mountains aren't very high. Do you think Colorado would be better?

[Speaker 1] Sure! Colorado has some of the best snowboarding around! We can plan a trip there to snowboard?

[Speaker 2] I would love to do that. When do you want to go? I need to plan in advance so my skunks will be taken care of.

[Speaker 1] We can shoot for next winter to ensure there is plenty of snow and we have plenty of time to plan things out!

[Speaker 2] That's plenty of time to plan. Do you know what town you might want to go to?

[Speaker 1] Vail or Breckenridge are the places I know of. But I am open to explore other options if you have suggestions.

[Speaker 2] Anywhere in the Central Rockies would be perfect. I'll hire someone to take care of my skunks.

[Speaker 1] Sounds like we have a plan! I am excited to get on the slopes! Do you have your own snowboard or do you rent one?

[Speaker 2] I have my own. Do you own yours too?


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

I live in Chicago. I'm moving to Colorado next month. I'm moving away from Chicago because it's hard to find a job here.

I am an NFL fan. I love the Chicago Bears.

I'm the youngest of five children.

I didn't go to college. My high school was very strict. I don't like school.

I'm a college student. I live in a dorm. I'm unemployed.

I'm an only child.

I don't like school.

[Speaker 1] Hi! How are you? Where do you live?

[Speaker 2] Hi, I'm good. I'm currently living in a college dormitory as I'm a student. How about yourself?

[Speaker 1] Nice! I'm in chicago but moving to co next month..

[Speaker 2] I was born in chicago! Small world. I played a lot of soccer growing up there.

[Speaker 1] Wow! I'm more into nfl. I love the chicago bears! You?

[Speaker 2] The bears are a good team, I agree. What's the job market like in chicago?

[Speaker 1] Not good which is why I'm moving. Do you have siblings?.

[Speaker 2] Nope, I'm an only child. Do you have any?

[Speaker 1] I do. I'm the youngest. All mine are older (4)..

[Speaker 2] 4 older siblings? Sounds rough. Are they all in school or college?

[Speaker 1] Out of school. We didn't go to college. My hs was so strict! Enough school!

[Speaker 2] Funnily enough, my mom is the superintendent of a school. I've had enough of it too!

[Speaker 1] Funny! My dad was headmaster at my hs!

[Speaker 2] Wow! That's crazy. I wonder if I try to should get an education job since I'm unemployed.

I'm the youngest of five children.

I'm an only child.

I don't like school.

[Speaker 1] I booked my plane ticket to Colorado yesterday.

[Speaker 2] So it looks like you are finishing your move to Colorado then

[Speaker 1] I believe there are more jobs over there I have to move fast to get a job

[Speaker 2] I don't blame you. I am still looking for a job here in Chicago

[Speaker 1] You might as well come along you probably get a job. There a good soccer pitch in Colorado which be good for you

[Speaker 2] I bet they have nice facilities there. I can even catch a Colorado Rapids soccer match.

[Speaker 1] Awesome!! you can come if you want tobut will your parent want to release you as the only child to go far from them

[Speaker 2] You know I could transfer to Colorado University and that would make it better for them. I could tell them I want to be on my own.

[Speaker 1] That sound like a good plan. Will you still want to stay at the dorm or rent a place of your own in Colorado?

[Speaker 2] I like living in a dorm. I like being with others. By the way when you move there you better no become a Denver Broncos fan. You cannot betray the Bears.

[Speaker 1] Lol... I wont forget my source anyway it depends on their performance this season

[Speaker 2] If they can get the right quarterback, I can see the Bears making the playoffs this year.

I'm the youngest of five children.

I'm looking for a job.

I was born in Chicago. I played soccer growing up. I like the Chicago Bears. I live near Chicago. I'm looking for a job.

I'm an only child.

I don't like school. I like dorm living. I don't like to be alone.

I like to watch soccer games. I'm rooting for the Chicago Bears to make the playoffs.

[Speaker 1] You wouldn't believe it. I think I already have a job when I get to Colorado!

[Speaker 2] Wow! That's great ! Then you will be missing the Chicago Bears i guess?

[Speaker 1] Yes, but they will always be my number one team!  I am excited for the move and starting a new job.

[Speaker 2] Are you moving with the family? What kind of Job you have got?

[Speaker 1] No Im moving by myself, it should be an adventure!  I think I landed an entry level job at a marketing firm.

[Speaker 2] Nice! You will be missing your siblings right?

[Speaker 1] Yes I will miss my family a lot but I think its the right time to make the move.  We will visit often. DO you live close to your family?

[Speaker 2] Yes, but I would opt for dorm living. Since I'm the only child in our home I like to make many friends.

[Speaker 1] Since you are an only child are you very close with your parents?

[Speaker 2] Of course I'm close with them. You are new to Colorado right? Where are you going to stay there?

[Speaker 1] I will be about 30 minutes outside of Boulder.  Have you been to Colorado before?

[Speaker 2] No, but I would like to transfer to Colorado University.

I am an NFL fan. Chicago Bears will always be my number one team.

I'm the youngest of five children.

I have siblings.

I will be about 30 minutes outside of Boulder.

I live close to my family. I'm the only child. I'm close to my parents.

I would like to transfer to Colorado University.

[Speaker 1] My siblings will be helping me with the move.

[Speaker 2] Cool! Are they excited for you? It must be weird for them knowing that the baby of the family is moving so far away.

[Speaker 1] They're sad and excited at the same time.  The rest of them live around Chicago; I'll be far away but not too far away I guess.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I guess it's a relatively short plane trip, right? You can come back for big holidays. So tell me about the new job. What kind of stuff will you be doing?

[Speaker 1] I'll be helping companies establish a presence on social media.  I love to use social media so this is my dream job! It's probably the most effective marketing tool that companies have these days.

[Speaker 2] Oh wow that sounds great. Totally agree -- I'm taking a marketing class this semester and the prof said that social media is huge for companies. Make or break huge.

[Speaker 1] Definitely.  Even older people are starting to use social media heavily.  Plus if they can pull in the younger generation they'll have customers for many years after.

[Speaker 2] How'd you find your job? Did you use a headhunter or see a social media posting or what? I'm thinking I may be interesting in marketing after I graduate.

[Speaker 1] I looked for jobs on Linkedin and used the "easy apply" option.  If you have a really good Linkedin profile, the process is super easy and you're likely to find a good job somewhere.

[Speaker 2] Oh sweet, thanks for the tip, I'll keep it in mind. I haven't looked much at Linkedin just yet.

[Speaker 1] It's a really good way to build a network.  I request everyone that I work with and it's given me tons of connections.  You look really good to employers when you have connections.

[Speaker 2] Okay, maybe I'll go start and account now just so I can start connecting with people. Do you think that's a good idea?

I already have a job when I get to Colorado! I am excited for the move and starting a new job. Im moving by myself. I landed an entry level job at a marketing firm. I have a new job as a social media marketer for different companies. I found my job on Linkedin. I build a network on Linkedin by requesting everyone I work with to get connections.

I have siblings.

I'm the youngest sibling. I live far away from my siblings.

I am taking a marketing class. I'm interested in marketing after I graduate.

I've haven't looked into Linkedin much. I'm hesitant to start a Linkedin just yet.

[Speaker 1] I looked at my Linkedin and found some great connections for you here if you're still looking for a job.

[Speaker 2] That's great.  I'm definitely interested.  How many siblings do you have?

[Speaker 1] I have 4 older siblings! Do you wish you had siblings?

[Speaker 2] Yes I do.  Is it hard not being close to them?

[Speaker 1] Yeah it can be a little difficult but the miracles of modern technology alleviates some of that! How's the marketing class going?

[Speaker 2] It's okay.  It's the only class I really enjoy.  It's good that you were able to get into marketing without going to school.  Do you enjoy your job?

[Speaker 1] Yeah so far it has been good! I have just been learning the basics with the company and getting to know my way around the office. There is an internship in my department that I can email you about if you are interested.

[Speaker 2] That would be great! Do you know if you need a college degree to intern?

[Speaker 1] No you just have to be enrolled at a 2 or 4 year school.

[Speaker 2] Oh, okay.  I was thinking I could drop out of my school.  Let me know how you like Colorado.  I'm interested in transferring there.  Are you ready for the altitude in Colorado?

[Speaker 1] I hope so! I know you have to sometimes cook things differently because of it.

[Speaker 2] Yes, you do.  Do you like to cook?


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 am a blond.
My favorite food is jello.
I like rock music.
I have 2 moms.
My mother is a nurse.

My mom works in fast food.

I like ice cream.

I am an eagle scout.

I do volunteer work.

I am a student. I like rock music.
My mother is a nurse. I have two moms.
I like jello.

[Speaker 1] Hello, are you a student, I'm going to college next year.

[Speaker 2] Hello, I am, I love rock music.

[Speaker 1] Cool, I like to study neuroscience and do volunteer lab work while listening to rock.

[Speaker 2] My mom is a nurse, so I have been to a lab too.

[Speaker 1] Awesome, my mom works fast food, so do I.

[Speaker 2] Do your restaurant serve jello? That is my favorite.

[Speaker 1] No, closest thing is ice cream, which I really like.

[Speaker 2] My other mom likes icecream too.

[Speaker 1] Lol, I gotta run in a sec, eagle scout training.

[Speaker 2] Cool, is that what you do in your free time?

[Speaker 1] Between volunteer work, work, and eagle scout work, not much.

[Speaker 2] What are you working on with eagle scout.

My mom works in fast food.

I like ice cream.

I am an eagle scout.

I do volunteer work.

[Speaker 1] What rock bands are you interested in?

[Speaker 2] Def Leppard, Linkin Park, Nine Inch Nails, stuff like that. What kind of work do you do in your lab?

[Speaker 1] It’s a lot to do with the electrical charges of the brain. We are working on a cure for brain ailments like Alzheimer’s.

[Speaker 2] Holy smokes. That sounds very important and hard! What about epilepsy or brain cancer? Do you study illnesses such as depression or anxiety?

[Speaker 1] Not cancer but yeah a lot of other things like depression. Did you know the brain sends electrical charges at almost the same rate as electricity flows through jello. So in a sense it has the same conductivity as jello does?

[Speaker 2] I didn't know that!! Is it true that if you have more wrinkles on your brain, then you're smarter?

[Speaker 1] There is some correlation but there’s a lot more to it than that.

[Speaker 2] I didn't know if it was true or not. What about your brain separating from your skull if you're dehydrated? Is that true?

[Speaker 1] Yeah it does contract and detach somewhat. It doesn’t take a long time for it to revert back to normal. It’s a good reason to keep up on drinking enough water every day though.

[Speaker 2] I never knew that before. I saw a video on it and wondered how true it was. Does it damage the functionality of your brain when you're dehydrated?

[Speaker 1] It can slow down reaction time and impair thinking but it would take severe dehydration to really damage it.

[Speaker 2] I have a hard time drinking a lot of water or remembering to that is. I guess this will motivate me to stay hydrated. For the sake of my brain.

I am going to college next year. I study neuroscience and work in a lab. I work in the medical field. I study many different things. I find my work intersting. I am knowledgeable about how the human brain functions.

My mom works in fast food.

I like ice cream.

I am an eagle scout.

I do volunteer work.

I am a student. I like rock music.

My mother is a nurse. I have two moms.

I like jello.

I don't know much about how the brain works.

I am an inquisitive person. I don't trust everything I see online.

I often forget to drink enough water.

[Speaker 1] Have you been staying hydrated? You better be after our last conversation! I saw that one of the bands l=you like is coming to town; we should check out the show!

[Speaker 2] Have you finished reading your stephen king book?

[Speaker 1] Not yet but I am going through it at my own pace. I really like it so far! How have your studies been going?

[Speaker 2] I totally did. It was awesome. I saw a big shark.

[Speaker 1] Oh that sounds terrifying! Are you ok?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, he swam right up to my board. Then he stuck his mouth out of the water right near my foot.

[Speaker 1] I would be so scared if that happened to me. At least if anything bad happened your mom could help patch you up.

[Speaker 2] : I'm better than okay. It was awesome. But that's all boring stuff. Let's talk about something interesting. I hear you have a toaster!

[Speaker 1] I am glad everything turned out ok. Yea I have had the toaster for a while, I use it daily!

[Speaker 2] What are your cats up to?

[Speaker 1] Oh you must have confused me with someone I do not own any cats. You mentioned you dont know much about the brain, perhaps I could help you if it interests you?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I am reading a book. "The 7 habits of highly effective people". quite interesting.

My mom works in fast food.

I like ice cream.

I am an eagle scout.

I do volunteer work.

I like reading. I am reading a Stephen King novel.

I have a toaster that I use daily.

I don't have any cats.

I am a student. I like rock music.

My mother is a nurse. I have two moms.

I like jello.

I often forget to drink enough water.

I am a surfer. I recently saw a shark.

I'm reading the book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

[Speaker 1] How are you liking that book? I've never read it but I see that it has some pretty good reviews.

[Speaker 2] It is good, but you need to have the will to change your bad habits if you want the book to be effective. I prefer novels, how good is the book that are are reading at the moment ?

[Speaker 1] Yea that makes sense, it can be hard to put into practice in real life! I've just finished the Stephen King book "It", though I've never actually seen the movie. Have you seen the movie?

[Speaker 2] I did not see the movie, I never liked any movie adaptation of Stephen King's books. Do you like movies based on books ?

[Speaker 1] Sometimes, I think it's interesting to see how they manage to adapt a book into a film. It can work well, but sometimes it can be terrible. I read Lord of the Rings last year and it was interesting to see how much they had to miss out in the films (otherwise they might have had to make 10 films rather than 3!!).

[Speaker 2] You are right, I also like movie adaptations Pride and Prejudice was really good. Also, you needed to read Dune before seeing the movie, otherwise you would not understand most of it, another case where they should have made 3 movies instead of one. What is your favorite movie adaptation ?

[Speaker 1] I'll put Dune on my reading list! Yes I agree, the movie adaptations of Pride and Prejudice are great. That's a really good question though, I'm actually not sure on my favortie. What's yours?

[Speaker 2] I really like Pride and Prejudice, the ball scenes were really good and I liked how Mary was treated, always in the background. In the book, she is mentioned, but it felt as they could just erased her and the book would be better. If you don't have a favorite movie adaptation, do you have a favorite movie ?

[Speaker 1] Yes the ball scenes were beautiful. Have you watched Bridgerton at all? Some of the ball scenes in that are beautiful.

[Speaker 2] It did not see Bridgerton, what kind of show is it ?

[Speaker 1] It's a Netflix series which is based on books set in the 1800's. It's very English! But if you like period dramas, you might enjoy it!

[Speaker 2] Thanks for the suggestion, I will add it to list. Do you want Netflix often ?

My mom works in fast food.

I like ice cream.

I am an eagle scout.

I do volunteer work.

I have a toaster that I use daily.

I don't have any cats.

I've just finished the Stephen King book and actually never seen the movie.

I like reading. I read Lord of the Rings last year.

my favorite movie adaptation is f Pride and Prejudice. the ball scenes were beautiful in Pride and Prejudice movie.

Bridgerton is Netflix series which is based on books set in the 1800's.

I am a student. I like rock music.

My mother is a nurse. I have two moms.

I like jello.

I often forget to drink enough water.

I am a surfer. I recently saw a shark.

I didn't see Stephen King movie. I saw the Pride and Prejudice movie. In the Pride and Prejudice movie they mention lots of thing from book accurately. It did not see Bridgerton.

[Speaker 1] Do you anything about the black beauty book by anna swell? did you check Bridgerton  series?

[Speaker 2] I'm not sure what Bridgerton series is.

[Speaker 1] It's a series on Netflix. It is based on a book series. Since you enjoy reading I wasn't sure if you have heard of it.

[Speaker 2] Oh, that sounds really cool. Is it good? What's it about?

[Speaker 1] It takes place in the early 1800s. It's about a rich and powerful British family and there ups and downs with finding love. It reminds me a little bit of Pride and Prejudice.

[Speaker 2] Oh,I guess at the time that's what people liked to write about. No point writing about the peasants and their drudgery.

[Speaker 1] No, although maybe that is an untapped market. I wouldn't mind reading a book about the love between peasants. It isn't glamorous but it could be interesting.

[Speaker 2] I suppose, I have to go soon but since you're a neuroscientist I wanted to ask you this question. Do you believe in free will?

[Speaker 1] Yes, I believe in free will. I think being a scientist makes it so I have to believe in it. I always try to think about thinks logically. What is your opinion on free will?

[Speaker 2] My opinion is it's an illusion and a social construct, but you know better than I would. Maybe you should write a book about peasants and their love, and how no matter how subservient they are no one can take their freedom to choose who they love.

[Speaker 1] That's an interesting take. What an idea for a book! It would probably need to have a tragic end. I'll need to do some research on the lives of peasants to make it realistic.

[Speaker 2] I bet it would be tempting to have one of them fall in love with someone from the upper classes. It would be really hard to write a book in the time period without including the wealthy as central as peasants lives were so mundane.


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 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 am a stay-at-home mom of three kids. I am getting a teaching degree.

I am married. I would like to travel.

My hobby is illustrating children's books.

I run in the mornings.

I like blues colors, such as turquoise and teal.

I'm single. I have travelled to many places.

My parents were in the military.

I go to open mic nights.

I run long-distance.

I like the color turquoise.

[Speaker 1] Hi, how are you? I'm a stay-at-home mom of 3 getting my degree in teaching.

[Speaker 2] Wow! I'm single, love to travel...i've been all over the world.

[Speaker 1] I'm happily married but would love to travel when my kids are grown!

[Speaker 2] I'm an army brat. My parents met in high school.

[Speaker 1] So you grew up traveling it sounds like.

[Speaker 2] Yes. For fun, I love to go to open mic nights.

[Speaker 1] Sounds interesting! I'm a children's book illustrator. That's my main hobby.

[Speaker 2] Great! I'm a long distance runner.

[Speaker 1] Great for the heart. I run some mornings too. Clears the mind.

[Speaker 2] Yes, it does. What's your favorite color? I love turquoise.

[Speaker 1] Same! Teal, turqouise. I like most blues.

[Speaker 2] So do I! Sounds like we have lots in common.

I am married. I would like to travel.

I run in the mornings.

My parents were in the military.

I go to open mic nights.

I run long-distance.

I like the color turquoise.

[Speaker 1] Do you play at open mic nights? Or just go to watch?

[Speaker 2] I just go to watch. I don't really have any talent to get up and perform myself.

[Speaker 1] Oh thats fine but you have fun going there, do you have a regular place or you go any open mic nights

[Speaker 2] I go to several, but I prefer going to the comedy club.  I like watching comedy.  You should go sometime with your husband. It's a lot of fun!

[Speaker 1] Maybe one day If i can get someone to look after our kids. Which country have you travel to?

[Speaker 2] Well, as a kid my parents were stationed in Germany, and in the Phillipines.  I took a trip to africa a couple of years ago though.

[Speaker 1] Oh did you? how was it in Africa and which of the country did you visisted?

[Speaker 2] Africa was great. you'd think it would be sad to see the way some of the villagers live, but they were all so joyful and welcoming.  I traveled all throughout central Africa.  Even went on a safari!

[Speaker 1] wow I wish i have this fun someday. tell me more about your trip

[Speaker 2] Well, I got to see a pride of lions up close...maybe a little too close!  But it was beautiful.  unlike anything you can see here.

[Speaker 1] What! you moved close? is that not dangerous or its been tame?

[Speaker 2] Well, we were on the safari bus, and the guides instilled a lot of confidence. They weren't afraid, so it must not have been as dangerous as it seemed.  My heart skipped a few beats though!

I have a husband.I would like to travel.

I run in the mornings.

I'm single.

My parents were in the military.

I run long-distance.

I like the color turquoise.

I watch open mic shows. I am not talented enough to perform at open mics. I like comedy. I have fun at open mics.

I lived in Germany and the Phillipines when I was a kid. I visited Africa a couple of years ago. I went on a safari in Africa. I got close to a pride of lions. I was a little nervous on the safari bus being so close to the animals.

[Speaker 1] After hearing about your trip to Africa, I decided to finally book a fun vacation of my own. Where do you think I should go?

[Speaker 2] Well what sort of things do you like to do? Do you like hot weather, trying new food or cities?

[Speaker 1] I dont prefer hot weather at all!  I like adventure and things with historical value.

[Speaker 2] Ah ok, well Europe has a lot of history, especially places like Italy and Greece. You can visit during the cooler months so it is not so hot.

[Speaker 1] Yes that sounds like a good plan.  I would love to see some of the sites in Rome and Germany as well.  What area of Germany did you live in?

[Speaker 2] I would love to visit the old Roman parts of Italy. I lived around Frankfurt, it has some wonderful architecture.

[Speaker 1] I've heard they have wonderful Christmas markets n Germany, have you been to them?

[Speaker 2] I always went them. the atmosphere was wonderful and the food was even better. Have you ever tried German sausages?

[Speaker 1] No I haven't, but I bet they are delicious. What are they usually served with?

[Speaker 2] You can just eat them as they are in a roll. They are enormous so I am normally happy to eating a sausage on its own while I walk around the market.

[Speaker 1] Oh that sounds wonderfully delicious.  Do you put mustard or any condiments on the sausage

[Speaker 2] Yes you can do they are normally well seasoned and packed full of flavor anyway.

I run in the mornings.

I wish I could have fun on a trip someday.I like adventure and things with historical value.

I would like to visit Rome and Germany.

I'm single.

My parents were in the military.

I run long-distance.

I like the color turquoise.

[Speaker 1] I've been thinking more about my trip and you're swaying me towards Germany rather than Italy.

[Speaker 2] That's awesome! Honestly, you couldn't go wrong with either place, but I have such fond memories of Germany. What time of year were you thinking of going?

[Speaker 1] I am thinking of going in the summer when the weather will be nice.

[Speaker 2] If you're aiming for a great summer destination, I would suggest somewhere around Lake Konstanz. There are so many fun things to do in theat area; the flower island Mainau is particularly beautiful.

[Speaker 1] Thanks for the suggestion.  Tell me more about your experiences in Germany.

[Speaker 2] Well more people speak English than you think, so you shouldn't really have a hard time on that front, but driving can be tricky sometimes. Also, if you go in the summer, just remember that most places won't have air conditioning. When I look back now, that's probably why we spent so much of summer outdoors. Lol - if you're going to sweat anyways might as well have fun while you're doing it!

[Speaker 1] Great.  What is there to do in Frankfurt?

[Speaker 2] Definitely visit the kleinmarkthalle, it's like a little farmer's market that takes place every day. Most of the bakers that sell here will have a good selection of local breads and treats - don't forget to get a pretzel!

[Speaker 1] That's the kind of off the beat things that I am looking for.  Thanks!  Have you been on any long runs lately?

[Speaker 2] The weather has been rough this past week, so I've been running on my treadmill indoors. I'm hoping it clears up this weekend though. What about you? How has work on your degree been going?

[Speaker 1] I've been running in the mornings when it is cool and the sun is coming up.  I should have my degree within a year.

[Speaker 2] I'm so excited for you; what a relief it will be to have that under your belt! I know it's a bit early, but do you have any job leads for teaching when you're finished?

I run in the mornings.

I would like to visit Rome and Germany. I am thinking of going to Germany in the summer. I am looking for off the beat things.

I've been running in the mornings and I should have my degree within a year.

I'm single.

My parents were in the military.

I run long-distance.

I like the color turquoise.

I would like to visit Italy. I used to live around Frankfurt, Germany. I have fond memories of Germany.

I think when we traveled that we spent most of the summer outdoors because there wasn't any air conditioning.

[Speaker 1] I've recently been looking into leads for teaching. I'm thinking maybe of becoming an elementary school teacher or maybe a History teacher.

[Speaker 2] I think you'd be a great teacher! I forget: Is your degree going to be in Education, History, or both?

[Speaker 1] My major is is in Education and early development and my minor is in US history.

[Speaker 2] Awesome! You should be able to find a job easily with those, every where is looking for teachers. Will you try to work in any of your travel plans before you start teaching? I know you were thinking of going to Germany.

[Speaker 1] Yeah I am going to be applying to public schools so I hope I can get a job for this upcoming school year! I will be planning on using my summer vacation from school to continue traveling!

[Speaker 2] Awesome! Travel complements learning esp. when it comes to history, don't you agree? Rome is chock full of history.

[Speaker 1] This is true! I don't know too much about European history so traveling there would be a great introduction! Do you have any travel plans coming up?

[Speaker 2] Yes, in August I'm going back to Frankfurt to visit friends and then to Italy for the first time!

[Speaker 1] Are your German friends going with you to Italy as well?

[Speaker 2] No. I'll be going alone.

[Speaker 1] That's cool! Solo trip! Are you taking the train?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I 'll take the train. Are you taking the whole family when you travel?


I work in the zoo as a zoo keeper.

I have a pet racoon and a bearded dragon.

I love flying kites during a windy day.

My brother owns a grocery store.

I own 2 cars and both are mustangs.

I am short.
I like basketball.
My father drives a truck.
I like to work outside.
My mother is from canada.

I have a pet raccoon and bearded dragon.

I am tall, so is my brother. My brother owns a grocery store.

I drive two Mustangs.

I love being outside. I like windy days, because I like to fly kites.

My mother is from Russia.

I am short.
I like to watch basketball.
My father is a truck driver.
I like working outside.
My mother is from Canada.
I am from the USA.

[Speaker 1] Hello. Just finished feeding my pat racoon and bearded dragon. They're crazy.

[Speaker 2] Hello.wow. Are you tall or short, me I'm short..

[Speaker 1] I'm tall. My brother is tall too. He owns a grocery store.

[Speaker 2] That great, do you play basketball. I sure like to watch basketball.

[Speaker 1] I don't but that's cool. I'm busy, I'm a zoo keeper. Takes a lot of my time.

[Speaker 2] Wow your busy. My father is away busy driving is truck..

[Speaker 1] Crazy. Long haul? I drive too. I have 2 mustang cars. They rip.

[Speaker 2] Is it fun working outside, I do like working outside.

[Speaker 1] Love it. I also love being outside to fly kites. Windy days are best. :).

[Speaker 2] My mother is not from usa, she form canada. How about your mother..

[Speaker 1] Interesting. So where were you born? My noms from russia.

[Speaker 2] I'm from usa. Russia cool.

I drive two Mustangs.

My mother is from Russia.

[Speaker 1] Today a lion got out of its enclosure.

[Speaker 2] Oh my goodness! Is everyone okay? Did anything bad happen?

[Speaker 1] Only to the lion.  We had to sedate it, and that's so stressful for them!  Luckily it didn't get into any public areas.

[Speaker 2] What do you sedate the lions with? Do you use the same thing to sedate all of the animals?

[Speaker 1] A tranquilizer dart.  It's just like in the movies!  Haha.  Every animal needs something specific.  They're just like people in that way.

[Speaker 2] Wow! Have you ever had any other animals get out of their enclosures?

[Speaker 1] I always hear from the more senior keepers about a time a group of chimpanzees got out and caused havoc for a whole day before they could round them up.

[Speaker 2] Aren't chimps a super aggressive breed of monkeys? How do you administer their medicine? Do you have to sedate them before doing so?

[Speaker 1] Luckily none of our chimps are sick right now.  We can give them medication in food if we need to!  They are more just curious than aggressive.  Have you ever seen chimps in a zoo?  They aren't scared of us.

[Speaker 2] Do they ever get angry and start throwing their feces? I know that some can misbehave whenever they get frustrated.

[Speaker 1] Sometimes!  We have a "splash zone" near their enclosure.  Enter at your own risk.

[Speaker 2] Haha. A designated splash zone. That's crazy. I heard they sometimes spit, too. Since they're in captivity, do they ever have spots from over grooming?

I do not like to watch basketball. I am a zoo keeper, I stay busy. I sedated a lion that got out. I used a tranquillizer dart on the lion to sedate it. I give medication to animals that are sick.

I drive two Mustangs.

My mother is from Russia.

[Speaker 1] Did you see the basketball game last night? It was a close call.

[Speaker 2] Oh heck ya I did! I would never miss a Lakers game, you know this! The Nuggets are a good team, but LeBron James is eternally the GOAT. No way they were winning that game!

[Speaker 1] I thought I would try catch the game since I know you are a huge fan. I am starting to like watching it more now. Do you like any other sports?

[Speaker 2] I mean, I'm a man's man. I like all sports really, but basketball is definitely my favorite. What sports are you most interested in?

[Speaker 1] It may be nerdy, but I like curling haha. Maybe your mom does, if she is from Canada?

[Speaker 2] Oh, I can't lie, I like curling too, but it's rather embarrassing. My mother and father both loved curling. Interestingly enough, but my uncle on my father's side was a competitive curler. I don't think he ever went to the Olympics or anything, but I hear he was pretty good.

[Speaker 1] Oh, that is amazing! It is actually really fun to play, it is a good social sport. I also enjoy swimming. Quite random sports I like haha.

[Speaker 2] Swimming is probably one of the healthiest exercises you can participate in, though. It's very low impact, so it's good for your joints. It's also a full body exercise, because you need to use all your muscles in conjunction together to swim. I love swimming too, I just wouldn't say I'm an athlete by any  means.

[Speaker 1] Wow, you know a lot about it! I really enjoy swimming laps. The only problem is that swimming makes me so hungry, I want to eat everything in sight after a workout!

[Speaker 2] I always wondered, but do you feel its easier to swim being as tall as you are? I'm not very tall and I feel like my weight is all centered in one spot, so I swim like a rock! Also, how have things been working at the zoo?

[Speaker 1] Do you see how tall Michael Phelps is and how long his arms are?! It is actually way easier to swim being tall haha. The zoo has been great, there really is never a dull day.

[Speaker 2] Dude, I knew it. I'm a bad swimmer because I'm short! Oh well, I still love doing it. And that's cool you're still enjoying the zoo, I would be too scared after having to sedate a lion! That had to have been terrifying, honestly.

I am very tall, so is my brother. My brother owns a grocery store.

I drive two Mustangs.

My mother is from Russia.

I like the sport of curling.

I am a swimmer. I like doing laps. It makes me very hungry.

I am short.

I like to watch basketball. Basketball is my favorite sport. I am a Lakers fan.

My father is a truck driver.

I like working outside.

My mother is from Canada.

I am from the USA.

I consider myself a man's man.

I like curling. My parents were curling fans, too. My uncle used to be a competitive curler.

I love to swim. I'm not really an athlete.

[Speaker 1] So the Lakers are doing pretty great so far--you must love that!

[Speaker 2] Yeah, but they just got knocked out of the playoffs, haha

[Speaker 1] damn that sucks, hope you didn't have any bets on 'em lol. So lakers are out, anything on the curling front?

[Speaker 2] No, I haven't played in a while.  I have been swimming a lot lately though.  Have you been swimming lately?

[Speaker 1] Not lately, works been extra busy going into the summer, but I have some time off soon so I'm definitely gonna find some time to swim

[Speaker 2] I have been swimming a lot now that it is warming up.  Taking a nice dip in the morning or evening is soothing.

[Speaker 1] I need to move to a place with a pool. A morning dip sounds so nice, and I can get back into doing laps.

[Speaker 2] So how are your animals doing?

[Speaker 1] Bandit is doing great, that little raccoon has stolen my heart! And Smaug is good too, I got him some colored sand for his tank, so He's tinted kinda blue now haha

[Speaker 2] That is so cute!  What about the animals at the zoo?

[Speaker 1] Oh you are not gonna believe what happened last week, Simba got out AGAIN.

[Speaker 2] Oh wow.  I hope that Simba doesn't have to be put down.

I have a pet raccoon named Bandit and bearded dragon.

I do not like to watch basketball. I am a zoo keeper, I stay busy. It's always exciting. I sedated a lion that got out. I used a tranquillizer dart on the lion to sedate it. I give medication to animals that are sick. One of the animals escaped.

I drive two Mustangs.

My mother is from Russia.

I like the sport of curling.

I am a swimmer.  I like to swim. I like doing laps. It makes me very hungry. I do not have a pool, I wish I did.

I like to keep up with basketball. I am interested in sports.  I also might bet a on sports.

I work a lot in the Summer.

I am short.

My father is a truck driver.

I like working outside.

My mother is from Canada.

I am from the USA.

I consider myself a man's man.

I like swimming as much as possible.

I care fore animals.

[Speaker 1] I was thinking about the playoffs and how it would be better with the Lakers in it, and also about the zoo and the animals names.

[Speaker 2] Are you going to bet on any of the play off games?

[Speaker 1] I might.  Haven't really made up my mind just yet.  Who would you bet on?

[Speaker 2] I would bet on the Celtics. Just because I am from Boston.

[Speaker 1] They have been playing well lately.  Might have to take a risk.  Have you done any curling?

[Speaker 2] Yes I have been. We have practice 2 times a week and a game every Saturdaya.

[Speaker 1] Wow, you stay busy.  Are you ready for your game?

[Speaker 2] I feel like I am. The whole team has been playing really well this season. How is Bandit and your bearded dragon doing? I hear bearded dragons are pretty easy to take care of.

[Speaker 1] Bandit is being temperamental cause I am gone with work so much and yes, bearded dragons are easy to take care of.  Just keep the aquarium clean and feed daily.

[Speaker 2] Their very interactive with humans, I like bearded dragons. I have a dog and a cat myself. I think my next pet is going to be something smaller like a bearded dragon.

[Speaker 1] They are very interactive.  Not sure how well your cat or dog will adapt.  It could be very interesting.

[Speaker 2] Well both of them are getting older so I was thinking of waiting until they passed before getting one. My cat would probably want to get it.


I live in the midwest.
I have a twin sister.
I have been a dentist for 14 years.
My wife and I sleep in separate rooms.
My favorite precious metal is gold.

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 old fashioned.

I think airboats are awesome.

I like old fashioned cars. I am not old fashioned.

I have an airboat. My dream is to own a 91 Camaro.

[Speaker 1] I'm very old-fashioned.

[Speaker 2] That's neat! I like old fashioned cars but I'm not old fashioned myself.

[Speaker 1] My twin sister and I have a niece, she has great teeth.

[Speaker 2] Thats neat, teeth are cool. Especially gator teeth. I hunt gators.

[Speaker 1] Oh wow, do you shoot them with a rifle like on that tv show?

[Speaker 2] Sort of, although I don't think I could be on tv, since I've been introuble before.

[Speaker 1] Everyone on tv is in trouble..

[Speaker 2] I in trouble with the law. I starved myself once to buy 33in truck tires.

[Speaker 1] Why did you spend money on tires? To race cops?

[Speaker 2] Nah, I have an airboat but my dream is to have an 91 camaro.

[Speaker 1] Airboats are awesome because they don't need tires and air is free.

[Speaker 2] True, but I needed to buy those for my dad. We're kind of runaways.

[Speaker 1] If you're running from the law, don't use wheels, they leave tracks.

[Speaker 2] You're right. Thank you. What do you like to do?

I am old fashioned.

I think airboats are awesome.

[Speaker 1] I told my sister about you and she wants to know if you sell any of the gator teeth she wants to make jewelry out of them.

[Speaker 2] I haven't sold any of the alligator teeth thus far, but perhaps I could get some for your sister. What kind of jewelry does she make?

[Speaker 1] She makes necklaces and earrings that she sells to her friends!

[Speaker 2] That is cool to hear. Do you also make jewelry?

[Speaker 1] No, I don't make jewelry. I'm not very good at crafts and things like that! Are you good at crafts?

[Speaker 2] Nah. I don't have much in the way of a creative side! I'm more of an outdoorsy type person, hence why I have an airboat and go after Gators!

[Speaker 1] Where do you live that's near alligators? I've never seen an alligator before!

[Speaker 2] Because I'm kind of in trouble with the law, I can't say exactly, but think Louisiana area! There are quite a lot of alligators here, and often they end up in places they don't belong.

[Speaker 1] Oh, cool! I've never been to Louisiana, but I've always wanted to visit New Orleans!

[Speaker 2] New Orleans is great! I've been there several times. It's such a unique place. There are literal areas that are active all night long!

[Speaker 1] That sounds like so much fun! Have you ever been there for Mardi Gras?

[Speaker 2] I have! It was crazy! And the people of New Orleans, the locals, are really nice people. They're pretty accommodating to tourists and visitors.

I am old fashioned.

I have a twin sister. I have a niece. My niece has great teeth. My sister make necklaces and earrings.

I think airboats are awesome.

I've never seen an alligator.

I'm not very creative. I'm and outdoorsy person.

I live near Louisiana I've been to New Orleans several times. I've been to Mardi Gras. I like the people of New Orleans.

[Speaker 1] Are you going alligator hunting today?

[Speaker 2] I cant today, an alligator ate my boots yesterday then he got away. My truck keys were in my left boot so I had to walk home barefoot

[Speaker 1] Oh man, what a rough day! Maybe next time you should take your airboat?

[Speaker 2] Good idea! That raft is so slow and my of colletion gator teeth keep popping it. I just havent had gas money since since I bought my dad those used tires

[Speaker 1] That is understandable. I guess now you will have to save for a new pair of boots!

[Speaker 2] I was gonna go walk the neighborhood and see what I could find. Ill tell you what, if I find that gator Ill make boots out of him and Ill give you my old ones. Im pretty sure he swallowed them whole.

[Speaker 1] That is a great idea!! I was thinking of coming out there for a visit! Maybe you could teach me to hunt alligators?

[Speaker 2] I dont know... Youd have to be pretty stupid to go out there with me. How am I going to explain to your sister neice why  you went home without your penny loafers

[Speaker 1] Haha, good point! Well maybe I can go out and watch you wrestle them and I will stay on the airboat and take pictures!

[Speaker 2] Oh yeah!!! yippy doo a koo koo kachoo!!!! That sounds like a plan. Youre going to love the swamp

[Speaker 1] I am sure it will be fun! I may bring my niece with me as well! Should we plan to come during Mardi Gras?

[Speaker 2] If you want to go to Mardi Gras then yes. Its awful busy around here during that time but I love hunting gator on no sleep and hungover. Its the best. Lets make it a plan

I am old fashioned.

I think airboats are awesome.

I've never seen an alligator.

I've never been to Louisiana. I'd like to visit New Orleans. I haven't hunted alligators before.

I have a camera.

I am celebrating Mardi Gras.

I think gator teeth are cool. I hunt gators. I have a gator teeth collection.

I am in trouble with the law. I starved myself to by truck tires. I bought truck tires for my dad. I have a dad that is alive.

I have a home. I have a raft. I live in a neighborhood. I have an old pair of boots.

I drink alcohol. I live in a tourist town.

[Speaker 1] Did you get some good pictures from our alligator hinting trip?

[Speaker 2] I did!  I can send them to you if you'd like.  I was going to make a Facebook post as well.

[Speaker 1] Nice. It was quite the experience watching you out there rasslin' those gators. I'll never forget it. Did you replace your boots yet?

[Speaker 2] I did.  A gator took a bite out of one of them so it was finally their time to go.  I can't believe that the gator somehow didn't bite my foot.

[Speaker 1] I have no idea. I'm not brave enough to do what you do, that's for sure. Do you ever watch old Steve Irwin videos to get inspiration?

[Speaker 2] Yes, the mutual respect between him and animals is always amazing to see.  As long as you have a good idea of how to control and respect the animals, you should usually be fine.

[Speaker 1] That's probably true, but then again, wild animals are wild animals, right? You never can be quite sure what they'll do.

[Speaker 2] that's true also.  There are some animals that I'll never mess with.  You'll never see me around hippos, lions, or tigers.

[Speaker 1] Hippos? Are hippos dangerous? I hadn't thought about that before. What about bears? Would you take on a bear?

[Speaker 2] Hippos are some of the most dangerous animals in the world.  They're super territorial and will attack on sight, and they're a lot faster than you would expect.  I wouldn't take on a bear either.  They're way too big.

[Speaker 1] I had no idea. Go figure! They just look so chunky and whenever I see them I think of that Madagascar movie. I will now remember to never approach a hippo.

[Speaker 2] Good.  Honestly just stay out of the water wherever there are hippos and you'll be fine.

I am old fashioned.

I think airboats are awesome.

I've never seen an alligator.

I have a camera.

I am celebrating Mardi Gras.

I'm not brave enough to rassle a gator.

I didn't know hippos are some of the most dangerous animals in the world. I think of the Madagascar movie when I see them. I will remember never to approach a hippo.

I have a home. I have a raft. I live in a neighborhood. I replaced the boots the gator took a bite out of. I can't believe it didn't bite my foot.

I got some good pictures from alligator hunting. I'm going to make a Facebook post.

I did watch the Steve Irwin videos.

I will never mess with some animals like hippos, lions, or tigers. I wouldn't take on a bear.

[Speaker 1] Have you taken on anything other than gators?

[Speaker 2] Nah I mostly hunt gaters, but I do like scoping out a pod of manatee just to observe and photograph.

[Speaker 1] That's amazing. How many gators have you killed?

[Speaker 2] Too many to count. The biggest sucker I have ever gotten was a ten footer.

[Speaker 1] I didn't know they could get so big. Does your dad come with you too?

[Speaker 2] Yeah the biggest caught in the US of A was 15 feet and some change. Nah my pa isn't interested in risking his neck har har. How did you enjoy this past Mardi Gras?

[Speaker 1] Wow that's big. I think I will plan a party with my friends and family. Do you have any plans for it too?

[Speaker 2] Mardi Gras 2022 will be March 1st so we have quite a bit of time to plan, no? Maybe I can come out to Louisiana and celebrate with yall?

[Speaker 1] I didn't mention anything about going to Louisiana. I meant a party like at my place.

[Speaker 2] D'oh I have been hitting the sauce too hard again and spaced on where you lived. Well then lets plan a trip to new orleans !

[Speaker 1] Ha, that would be an idea. I bet you know how to make a good old fashioned!

[Speaker 2] I know how to pour whiskey into my mouth hole haha. No no I kid, I make a mean cocktail!


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

Im a mom.
I like to cook healthy.
I like to watch movies.
I live in ca.
Im 30 yrs old.

I work in L.A. at a seafood restaurant.

I enjoy rock climbing sometimes. I love movies. I am mom to two children.

Katy Perry is my favorite musician. I am from California.

I enjoy cooking. I cook healthy food for my kids.

I am 30 years old.

[Speaker 1] Hi, do you enjoy rock climbing or walking?

[Speaker 2] I do, on occasion! But I prefer to watch movies and cook. I'm a mother of two.

[Speaker 1] I enjoy both. What music are you into. 21 pilots is my fav band.

[Speaker 2] My favorite artist is katy perry. She represents my hometown of california!

[Speaker 1] I work at a seafood restaurant in l.a.!

[Speaker 2] Is your establishment's food healthy? I only cook healthy for my children.

[Speaker 1] Sure! Although I eat lots of greens and meats, I enjoy seafood.

[Speaker 2] Too many people don't eat healthy enough now. I sound kind of old for being 30, huh?

[Speaker 1] Not at all. Hey, we should go rock climbing some time.

[Speaker 2] I'd love to! I'll have to see if anyone can watch my children if I go though.

[Speaker 1] We can listen to some katt perry and 21 pilots.

[Speaker 2] Maybe watch some movies later as well!

[Speaker 1] Guess its a plan then!

[Speaker 2] Agreed! I'll be sure to cook up a healthy meal for the night.

I work in L.A. at a seafood restaurant.

I am 30 years old.

[Speaker 1] What are your favorite albums and songs by Katy Perry?

[Speaker 2] Firework is my favorite song. I am listening to her newest album currently, which is good so far.

[Speaker 1] That one is really good. I like Roar. :)

[Speaker 2] Oh that's a great one! I also love 21 Pilots too. Their songs are so catchy. Have you ever seen them live?

[Speaker 1] I saw them live a few years ago - amazing stage show - fire and smoke. It was quite the experience.

[Speaker 2] I love going to concerts. The energy is amazing. It's also nice during the summer when you can sit on a blanket with food and drinks and listen to a show.

[Speaker 1] My boyfriend is a musician so live music is a part of my life. I do wish he played more shows outside, because you are right, it's nice to enjoy music and drinks.

[Speaker 2] That must be quite the busy life, being a musician! Yes, outside shows are ideal, particularly so my kids can be free to play with their toys while I enjoy the music. We all win in that scenario!

[Speaker 1] Very true! Life is busy, but it's better than being bored. Tried any new recipes lately? I'd love to try something new that was quick cooking.

[Speaker 2] I have! I just got this new cookbook from a local grocery store. It only involves quick recipes that you can make on a sheet pan. I have made some amazing recipes lately. Do you have any favorite recipes from your restaurant? I'm trying to cook with more seafood this spring/summer.

[Speaker 1] Everything we make at the restuarant, is slow cooked, and takes time to develop flavors. It's amazing food, but not practical to replicate at home.

[Speaker 2] Of course, that makes sense. I'm not the best at cooking seafood- that's when I let my husband be in charge :)

I love to cook. I enjoy movies. 21 pilots is my favorite music group. I saw 21 Pilots live a few years ago.

I work in L.A. at a seafood restaurant. I like trying new recipes.

Roar is my favorite Katy Perry song.

My boyfriend is a musician.

Katy Perry is my favorite musician. Firework is my favorite Katy Perry song. I like her new album. I am from California.

I am 30 years old.

I am married with a husband.

[Speaker 1] Have you tried a new seafood recipe yet? I hear concerts are starting to open back up, as well!

[Speaker 2] I just made a seafood chowder lately! It tastes great. What's your favourite dish to cook at your restuarant?

[Speaker 1] I really like any chance I get to fry something and make a sauce to go with it. It can really turn regular seafood into something completely different. Fried shrimp would probably be my favorite.

[Speaker 2] Wow that sounds delicious! I want to try that too. I like myself a good tempura as well. And yes I am really excited for the concerts to open up. Are you planning on going to any when they do>

[Speaker 1] Oh yeah, for sure! I'm already planning to book tickets to the next Katy Perry concert in my area, but it seems that might not be for a while. My boyfriend has been wanting to go to a concert, but we've had a hard time deciding on one.

[Speaker 2] That's awesome! If you choose to go to one, let me know and I can bring my husband as well. I hope she plays Firework! It's a classic for me. I hope 21 Pilots announces a tour soon as well!

[Speaker 1] Yeah, that's another one I'd like to go to. I'll definitely let you know when we decide on something. Have you taken your kids to any concerts?

[Speaker 2] Honestly, I have not. I feel that they are a little young to be going to concerts right now. Maybe in a few years. By the way, you mentioned your boyfriend was a musician. What kind of music does he do?

[Speaker 1] He is mostly into rock, although his band has experimented with a few other things too. He keeps thinking that they're going to make it big. I guess we'll see about that.

[Speaker 2] Hahaha I certainly hope so. Keep going to concerts. Maybe the vibes will rub off on him. Speaking of ROCK, have you ever been rock climbing before? It's really exhilarating!

[Speaker 1] No, I've always been too scared to try it. My boyfriend wanted to try it once a few years back, but I just couldn't do it.

[Speaker 2] Ahh I see. Fair enough it is not for everyone. But I encourage you to try it! You might just like it. Also my husband has been complaining about to food I make him. He says I make the same food everyday. Any recommendations from meals you make your boyfriend?

I mostly eat meats and greens. I love seafood. I love fried shrimp.

Roar is my favorite Katy Perry song.

My boyfriend is a musician. He plays in an amateur rock band. I want to see Katy Perry in concert.

I am scared to go rock climbing.

I am 30 years old.

I like 21 Pilots. I have seen them live. I like attending concerts in the summer. I want to see a 21 Pilots concert.

I have made some new recipes lately. I am trying to cook more seafood. I like seafood chowder. I like tempura, too.

I am married with a husband. We have young kids. My husband is tired of my cooking.

[Speaker 1] Are the kids keeping you busy today?

[Speaker 2] They always do! lol! I'm also keeping myself busy trying a new recipe. I'm lucky that my kids are not picky eaters.

[Speaker 1] Very true. When I was living at home my mom could never eat her favorite foods or try new things because my dad was a meat/potatoes kind of guy. Got any plans for 4th of July?

[Speaker 2] The whole family is going to a fourth of July concert and then watching fireworks afterward. How about you?

[Speaker 1] Ah, will you be jamming out to Katy Perry? Lol. We bought tickets to go to San Diego, meeting up with some old grade school friends.

[Speaker 2] No, no Katy. But Firework should be song that must be played at every fourth of July celebration. lol! And I'm impressed that you still keep in touch with people from grade school.

[Speaker 1] It's a reunion of sorts, it will be fun to see how everyone has changed. It's going to be a bonfire on the beach, casual kind of thing.

[Speaker 2] Well, it sounds like it will be a fun time. You'll have to tell me all about it when you get back. Maybe you can try a new seafood place or two in San Diego.

[Speaker 1] You know I will, haha. Remind me, how old are your little ones? Are they doing camp or anything this summer?

[Speaker 2] My kids are 5 and 7. For my own sanity, I signed them up for a half-day summer day camp program at a local park. They love it. They get to run around the playground and they have activities each morning, mostly involving nature things, like learning about tadpoles, trees, flowers, and that kind of thing.

[Speaker 1] That's terrific, sounds like they will learn a lot. Isn't it funny when kids tell you something that you didn't teach them? And it's so important you get to have some "me-time," or grown up time with the hubby.

[Speaker 2] Absolutely true. Every day the kids come home with some new fact. I'm half-expecting one of them to pull some small critter out of their pockets one of these days. lol!

Roar is my favorite Katy Perry song.

I am scared to go rock climbing.

I could never try new things when I lived at home because my dad was a meat/potatoes kind of guy.

I am meeting up with some old grade friends in San Diego.

I am 30 years old.

I'm keeping myself busy with the kids and trying a new recipe. I'm luck my kids aren't picky eaters.

I am going to a fourth of July concert then watching fireworks.

I signed my children up for a summer day camp program.

I'm half- expecting one of the children to pull a critter out of their pockets.

[Speaker 1] How did your fourth of July go for you and your family? Did your kids enjoy summer- day camp?

[Speaker 2] Yes, they loved camp--and it was good to get them out of the house for two weeks :) The fourth was great for us. What did you and your boyfriend do for the fourth?

[Speaker 1] I'm glad you all had fun then! My fourth was pretty chill and typical, we just had a barbeque and watched the fireworks. Did you end up going to that concert on the fourth?

[Speaker 2] Yes, it was a family concert. They had old favorites and patriotic tunes. I was so surprised and happy when they played Katy Perry's Firework! Did you ever meet your friends in SD?

[Speaker 1] Well, I guess it would be fitting to play Firework on the fourth haha. And no not yet, I am going this weekend. They mentioned they might try to get me to surf, but I'm not too sure about that!

[Speaker 2] I can't imagine you surfing haha and I say that as a California Gurl. Have you gotten to cook any new recipes lately, maybe shrimp or other shellfish?

[Speaker 1] Do you live near San Diego or do you get to visit frequently? Yes actually, I made some shrimp tacos the other day and they were so good. What about you?

[Speaker 2] We live in Long Beach, I don't really get to San Diego often. I made a shrimp tomato and avocado chopped salad with a lime vingaraitte, served in cocktail glasses. I was so surprised when hubby and the girls liked it!

[Speaker 1] Aw okay, I was going to ask for suggestions on what to do while I'm there. Wow that sounds fancy! Do you find your recipes online or do you get more creative with your cooking?

[Speaker 2] Well it's not like I've never been to SD...but then again I am lame, my favorite thing are the huge burritos. For food ideas I either read food blogs or look at creative restaurant menus what about you?

[Speaker 1] Hey, there is nothing lame about a good burrito! I'm not too confident in cooking without a recipe so I usually find mine online, but I might change up an ingredient here or there.

[Speaker 2] What's the most interesting thing you've made recently?


I'm a fisherman.
I come from new england.
I like watching baseball.
I drive a truck.
My favorite food is lasagna.

Im a mom.
I like to cook healthy.
I like to watch movies.
I live in ca.
Im 30 yrs old.

Fishing is my job.
I grew up in New England.
I have a truck.
I don't play baseball.

My son plays soccer.

I eat fish.

I have never driven cross country.

[Speaker 1] Hi, did you see the baseball game last night?

[Speaker 2] No, I didn't. My son had soccer practice. How was the game?

[Speaker 1] Was good. I watched it while I was out on the fishing boat.

[Speaker 2] You fish? Sport fishing or do you catch and eat?.

[Speaker 1] It's my job. I like fish too but I would never turn down lasagna.

[Speaker 2] I try to cook healthy, so we eat a lot of fish..

[Speaker 1] I grew up in new england so I've always eaten a lot of fish.

[Speaker 2] Oh really? I'm from new england too. Recent transplant to ca.

[Speaker 1] Did you drive out there? I love road trips in my truck.

[Speaker 2] Yeah. It was great! I never drove crosscountry before..

[Speaker 1] I always drive to all of my baseball games no matter how far.

[Speaker 2] Do you play? My son wants to start..

[Speaker 1] No I just watch..

[Speaker 2] Are you still living in new england?

My son plays soccer.

I eat fish.

I have never driven cross country.

[Speaker 1] I caught an impressive fish.

[Speaker 2] Oh really?  What kind of fish did you catch?  I love to eat fish, but have never really been fishing.

[Speaker 1] It was a big ole Blue Marlin! What kind of fish do you enjoy eating? Do you have any suggestions on cooking fish?

[Speaker 2] I actually enjoy fresh salmon, which I just saute with some butter and garlic.  I have never tried any Blue Marlin.  That must have been fun catching it.  I miss living in New England.  Do you still live there?

[Speaker 1] I do still live in New England. It was quite exciting when I caught it. I've always noticed that the boxes of fish fry are always so salty.

[Speaker 2] Yes, they really are.  You can actually just make your own by mixing different spices together, and its not nearly as salty.

[Speaker 1] I bought some immediately regretted it afterwards, because of the saltiness. I also noticed that it's way easier to cook fish in butter rather than oil, if it's not breaded. How is it living in California?

[Speaker 2] Well, California has beautiful beaches.  The cities are getting a little bit crazy.  The homeless situation is out of control.

[Speaker 1] Do you ever miss being in New England? Do they have a plan for the homeless? What do you mean the cities are getting crazy?

[Speaker 2] I just mean they are getting crazy due to the homeless situation.  I feel bad for them, but there are needles and excrement on the streets.  Very unsanitary.  I really do miss New England.  I hope to move back someday.

[Speaker 1] I bet that's very scary having a child in those conditions! I would yell if I saw someone just throw a needle down. Those kind of people are selfish! They have places to dispose of them!! Have you ever been on the Golden Gate Bridge?

[Speaker 2] No, I have never been to the Golden Gate Bridge, but plan on going one day.  So what kind of truck do you drive?

Fishing is my job. I caught a Blue Marlin.

I grew up in New England. I currently live in new England.

I have a truck.

I don't play baseball.

I have previously purchased fish fry.

My son plays soccer.

I am from New England too. I moved to California. I am concerned about the homeless problem in California. I would like to move back to New England.

I have never driven cross country.

I have never been fishing. I love to eat fish. I like to eat salmon. I have never eaten Blue Marlin.

I have never been on the Gold Gage Bridge.

[Speaker 1] Hello again!  Has your son had a soccer game since we last chatted?

[Speaker 2] Yes, unfortunately it was a disaster!  He broke his ankle on a really ugly tackle.  He'll be in a cast for weeks and probably miss the rest of the season.

[Speaker 1] Oh no! That is terrible news. How is he doing? He must be so sad.

[Speaker 2] Yes, he's devastated.  I'm much more worried about his emotional wellbeing than his physical health.  He's so active that he's having a hard time dealing with the thought of not being able to play sports and do what his friends do.  Although I think he'll get back to some level of activity more quickly than he thinks.

[Speaker 1] I can imagine. Has he ever been fishing? It's physical, but relaxing, and you don't have to use your ankle!

[Speaker 2] That's a great idea!  He's never been fishing but now might be a good time to introduce him to it.  I just don't want him vegging out playing video games or staring at a tablet and sulking for weeks.

[Speaker 1] Right, kids need to spend time outside. Let me know if the two of you want to come fishing with me. Maybe we'll catch a Blue Marlin and then have it for dinner!

[Speaker 2] That would be amazing.  How has the fishing been since we last talked?

[Speaker 1] It has been really good. The water has been calm and the fish abundant. I have been eating fish for dinner every single night. Nothing beats New England fishing!

[Speaker 2] I had a really great piece of grilled salmon the other night.  Some friends invited us over and cooked it on the barbecue.  Boy that was a treat.

[Speaker 1] That sounds very nice. Did you have any sides with the salmon?

[Speaker 2] Yes, my friend cooked some asparagus, some wild rice, and then we had some strawberry shortcake for dessert.  I'm going to have to invite them over for dinner to pay them back.

I have a truck.

I don't play baseball.

I have previously purchased fish fry.  I go fishing often. I fish in the ocean. I cook.  I eat fish very often.

I have kids.

My son plays soccer.

I have never driven cross country.

I have never been fishing. My son has never fished. I love to eat fish. I like to eat salmon. I have never eaten Blue Marlin.

My son broke his ankle. My son is emotional. My son is active. My son loves sports. My son plays video games. My son has a tablet.

I cook.

[Speaker 1] I caught a big marlin the other day!

[Speaker 2] Oh wow, congrats. How much did it weigh? Are you going to do a fish fry with it?

[Speaker 1] It weighed about 200 lbs.  I am going to cook it up, eat it, feed my family, trade some with friends and then freeze the rest

[Speaker 2] That's amazing! Is that the biggest one you've ever caught? Did you have to use a crane to haul it into the fishing boat? So awesome. Man alive, I'd love to taste that one.

[Speaker 1] That the biggest one I have caught.  Myself a few members of my crew battled for over an hour before it tired out.

[Speaker 2] Get any video? I bet you could get some hits online for that one! I know I'd love to see it. Anyway, congrats again. Amazing catch. You planning on going again soon?

[Speaker 1] No, unfortunately we didn't have time to take any video.  Yeah, I'll go back out in a week or two.  I have to get this one cut up and processed first.

[Speaker 2] Makes sense. I'm sure it takes time to deal with 200 lbs of fish. So what else do you have going on? What're the kids up to?

[Speaker 1] They are helping me process the fish.  How is your son doing?

[Speaker 2] He's doing okay. He was sidelined from playing ball because of his ankle, so he's been playing more video games. Mostly Mario.

[Speaker 1] How long does he have to stay off of his ankle?

[Speaker 2] A few more weeks and then they'll recheck it to see how it's healing.

I have a truck.

I don't play baseball.

I have kids.

I caught a big marlin. I'm going to cook, eat, feed my family, and trade my 200 lb. marlin with friends. I will freeze the rest. It's the biggest marlin I've caught. I batted to catch the marlin. I didn't have time to take a video.

My son plays soccer.

I have never driven cross country.

I cook.

I'd love to taste a marlin.

[Speaker 1] I would like to go to California some time and see you. I would like to do some site seeing. Perhaps drive over the Gold Gage Bridge.

[Speaker 2] That would be great! Our families would both enjoy seeing it for the first time..

[Speaker 1] What part of California are living in? Northern part is close to the big redwoods . Would love to see them

[Speaker 2] I live in the middle of California. So

[Speaker 1] Are you near the coast around santa barbara. That would  be a beautiful area to visit. I think Oprah has a ranch there

[Speaker 2] The coast is about an hour away from me so kina close to the beach, but not Santa Barbara. I didn't know Oprah had a ranch there, cool.

[Speaker 1] The movie The Birds was filmed at bodega bay.

[Speaker 2] I didn't know that either. I need to go to the coast more. Did you like the movie The Birds?

[Speaker 1] Yes! I like hitchcock movies.Have his first on DVR the Lodger I am excited to watch. It's about Jack the Ripper

[Speaker 2] Jack the Ripper has always fascinated me. How many movies has Hitchcock made?

[Speaker 1] Not sure, they keep turning up and never heard of them. Always stop down and watch or record them. He made a cameo appearance in most of his movies

[Speaker 2] what is your favorite movie?


I am a mom and sister.

I am in my forties.

I have a son and a daughter.

I own rental properties and maintain them myself.

I am a fan of movies.

I love to read.
I love animals.
I am a really kind person.
My mom is a doctor.
My dad is a fireman.

I like movies.
I do not like horror movies.

I like to read.

I like fantasy and science fiction books.

I like horror movies.

I have a dog.  My dog likes horror movies.

There is a lot of chaos in my life.

[Speaker 1] Hello how are you today.

[Speaker 2] Hello! I am great. Just reading a new book I love. How are you?

[Speaker 1] What kind of books do you like.

[Speaker 2] I like fantasy and science fiction. Bring me to a world outside this one!

[Speaker 1] That's cool I'm a movie fan myself.

[Speaker 2] Oh, that's fun! Movies are great too. What movies do you like?

[Speaker 1] I like everything and anything but horror.

[Speaker 2] Oh! I love horror movies. I love the scare tactics used. Haha.

[Speaker 1] Good for you you can have them all.

[Speaker 2] Haha. Yes, I will take them all. Even my dog who I love enjoys scary movies.

[Speaker 1] Oh I never heard of a dog who likes them.

[Speaker 2] Yes, it's a bit strange, but he gets afixed to the tv when they're on.

[Speaker 1] Usually dogs are scared or bark at the screen.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, it's true. I think it's because he's used to so much chaos in real life..

I like to read.

I like horror movies.

There is a lot of chaos in my life.

[Speaker 1] I saw that there was a horror movie showing at the theater, are you going to go to it?

[Speaker 2] Horror movies can be scary to watch thou maybe reason why you dont like it?

[Speaker 1] Yes, they can scare me sometimes so I try to avoid them! My favorite genre is comedy!

[Speaker 2] oh okay. Which movie do watch recently?

[Speaker 1] The last movie I watched was actually Frozen with my niece haha! What about you?

[Speaker 2] I haven,t seen any movie recently been busy and unsettled. What is Frozen all about hope it was interesting

[Speaker 1] It is a kids movie! I actually really liked it!

[Speaker 2] Oh is it! do you watch cartoon movies too?

[Speaker 1] Not really, just when I'm with my niece! She loves cartoons!

[Speaker 2] Okay how old is your niece?

[Speaker 1] She is in elementary school! Do you have any nieces or nephews?

[Speaker 2] none. I have lately shun family away been through alot shit

I like movies. I avoid horror movies because they scare me. I enjoy comedy movies.

I recently watched the movie Frozen with my niece. I liked the movie Frozen. I don't usually watch cartoons.

My niece is in elementary school.

I like to read.

I like horror movies.

There is a lot of chaos in my life.

I have not seen any movies recently. I have been busy lately. I have been unsettled lately.

[Speaker 1] Has the chaos in your life settle down?  Have you made any progress reuniting with your family?

[Speaker 2] No, not really. Things have still been really chaotic. I've just been avoiding everyone for the most part, I can't handle any more stress right now. I've been staying at home with my dog and just trying to relax. What's new with you?

[Speaker 1] I am planning a trip with my family, a reunion of sorts.  We are thinking about going to the beach.

[Speaker 2] That's really awesome. I haven't been to the beach in a really long time, I should go before summer ends, and maybe bring my dog too. When are you having the reunion?

[Speaker 1] We are planning it for the first week in August, before kids go back to school.  This way everyone can likely attend.  We might do the mountains instead, which do you think is a better option?

[Speaker 2] I think the beach might be better, if there are going to be any small children there. Hiking can be a lot on children, and they can be even harder to manage. The beach might be something that's easier for the young and the old.

[Speaker 1] Yes that's a good point.  I think you are right.  The beach houses Ive looked into are so expensive in August!

[Speaker 2] I do know of a public park that has private pavilion areas that you can rent out for small parties. They come complete with barbecues and their own bathrooms and what not, maybe that could be a good option for you? And sorry if I'm not saying much about my family, I'm just too stressed out to really talk about them right now.

[Speaker 1] That's ok, I hope things settle down with your family.  Are you doing anything to help with the stress its caused?

[Speaker 2] No... not really. I've been trying to exercise but I'm struggling to get the motivation. I'm struggling to get out of the house, really. I might need a friend to come over and help me out, just saying! Come cheer me up!

[Speaker 1] Ha I wish I could!  Why don't you get up now and go take a walk?  You won't regret it, I promise!

[Speaker 2] Maybe I will. I'll take my dog with me too so I'm not alone. I really need to get out of this house, sometimes I just feel like all these walls are closing in around me. Thanks, sometimes I just need an extra push.

My niece is in elementary school.

I have kids. I'm planning on a family reunion trip. The trip is going to be in the first week of August. We are going to go to the beach or the mountains. I've been checking out beach houses. My children are out of school until the end of August.

I like to read.

I like horror movies.

There is a lot of chaos in my life.

I do not have any nieces or nephews. I have shunned my family. I'm dealing with family problems at the moment. My dog helps with my stress.

I haven't been to the beach in a long time.

I'm trying to work up the motivation to exercise. It's hard to leave the house though. I sometimes have a hard time motivating myself.

[Speaker 1] Did you end up getting some exercise? Are you feeling better now?

[Speaker 2] I did get some exercise! I finally got up the motivation to leave the house and I'm glad I did. I ended up running 3 miles.

[Speaker 1] I'm so glad to hear that! I know you have been struggling to get the motivation up. 3 miles is a very tough run. Where all did you go for your run and can I join you next time?

[Speaker 2] I just went around town. I'm thinking about upping it to 4 miles next time. I plan on going tomorrow morning before it gets too hot. When are you available?

[Speaker 1] Mornings are great for me. Its been so hot I really do want to make sure to do it before it gets hot. How about we aim for 7 am?

[Speaker 2] Sounds great! It will force me to get out of bed. Don't forget to bring some water. It's all about hydration! Do you want to meet at my house or yours?

[Speaker 1] I certainly will remember the water. 4 miles is a bit more then I would normally do so I'm sure I will need to stay hydrated. If you want to meet at my place I can do breakfast afterward. How does that sound?

[Speaker 2] Yeah, our run should build up our appetites. I usually run with my dog, so I might need to drop him off at the house before we get the food if that is okay.

[Speaker 1] That shouldn't be a problem. Or, we could just meet at your place for the run and then head over to my place after we get done running.

[Speaker 2] I like that idea better. I can just drop him back off at my house afterwards. If this goes well, we should make it a daily thing.

[Speaker 1] The running daily sounds great. I don't always have the time to do breakfast afterward. But, we could probably do that about half of the days. Do you have any food allergies I need to be aware of? I'm headed to the store soon so I should be able to cater to any issues.

[Speaker 2] Nope no food allergies. I eat everything. Thanks for asking though. I will host the breakfast the next time.

My niece is in elementary school.

I am not motivated to run. I want to run at 7 AM.

I want to make breakfast at my house. I am going to the store. I cannot eat breakfast after running every single day.

I like to read.

I like horror movies.

There is a lot of chaos in my life.

I ran 3 miles around town. I plan on running 4 miles tomorrow morning. I run with my dog. I want to run daily.

I have no food allergies.

[Speaker 1] I will be taking a trip to the mountains. Do you want to come?

[Speaker 2] Absolutely, I would love to! Are you planning on bringing the kids?

[Speaker 1] Yes, my kids and niece will be there. It will be a lot of fun to show them the mountains. I am betting we can find some great hikes to do.

[Speaker 2] That's great! I think a hike will do me good! I bet my dog would like it there too.

[Speaker 1] Definitely! What kind of dog do you have?

[Speaker 2] She's a golden retriever! She's been my main motivation for running since I've gotten her. I'm sure she'd love to go on hikes and she's great with kids. Is this trip to the mountains also your family reunion? I don't want to interfere with that!

[Speaker 1] Oh my gosh, I love goldens! My family had three when I was growing up, they are the best dogs. What is it's name? This is not the family reunion, so no worries! We plan to do that at the beach later this summer.

[Speaker 2] A beach family reunion will be so nice! Her name is Molly, I got her a year ago as a puppy. She is finally starting to calm down enough to really be able to take out for my runs. Goldens are just the sweetest breed. She helps calm me down when I need it the most.

[Speaker 1] Yes, they are so sweet and ours listened so well. Molly will definitley enjoy the hikes, does she like to swim? There are some lakes in the mountains too.

[Speaker 2] I haven't had the opportunity to take her out yet, I've just been so busy! But that's a great idea, let's plan on taking her to the lake. I'm sure the kids would get a kick out of watching her learn.

[Speaker 1] Oh the kids will love her. I am trying to find a good book to bring on the trip too, do you have any science fiction book recommendations?

[Speaker 2] I always recommend reading the Star Wars books if you haven't yet. I know most people are familiar with the story from the movies, but there is so much MORE to learn about in the books. I've read the books through many, many times!