I am a vegan.

I love animals.

I used to be a veterinarian, but I quit to travel abroad.

I sing for a living.

I like to blog.

I am struggling to pay my bills.

I eat meat every day.

My travel bills are very expensive.

I quit working as a vet. I am know an opera singer.

I blog about animals and vegan recipes.

I am a vegan. I used to eat meat until I watched a documentary.

[Speaker 1] Yo whats up.

[Speaker 2] How do you do!.

[Speaker 1] Could be better. Just got my bills pretty expensive.

[Speaker 2] I feel you there, traveling has been rewarding but very expensive, even if for work.

[Speaker 1] What do you do for work?

[Speaker 2] I used to work as a vet, but quit a few years back an sing opera.

[Speaker 1] Cool I love my job and sometimes I cant think a bout anything else.

[Speaker 2] Understandable, I also blog about animals and vegan recipes, im pretty passionate.

[Speaker 1] Wow vegan that must be tough I cant go a day without meat.

[Speaker 2] I was the same way until a certain documentary broke me. Lol what do you do?

[Speaker 1] I am a astronaut I work for the russians.

[Speaker 2] How very interesting! Do you think our generation will make it back to the moon?

I am struggling to pay my bills.

I eat meat every day.

My travel bills are very expensive.

I blog about animals and vegan recipes.

[Speaker 1] Where has been your favorite place to travel to?

[Speaker 2] Oh, I think probably Australia. The animals are amazing, and you know I visited the Opera House. I'm sure it doesn't compare to outer space though!

[Speaker 1] That sounds fantastic! I would love to go to Australia!

[Speaker 2] The koala has always been my favorite animal, but I'd never seen one in real life until I went. I actually got to hold one at a zoo. Her name was Pansy. I was a little worried about mistreatment for tourist money, but Pansy seemed to have a pretty kushy life.

[Speaker 1] Wow that sounds amazing! Koalas are so adorable!

[Speaker 2] Yes, but they can be quite fierce when they need to. I relate. Their claws are quite weaponous. That isn't really a word, but it should be. Be sure to give me a heads up if you hear from the Russians that it may be better if I permanently relocate Down Under.

[Speaker 1] Noted. I will give you a heads up if you need it!

[Speaker 2] Thank you. I think it's amazing you get to see the earth from space. How many people can say they've done that?!

[Speaker 1] Probably not that many! I wonder if one day everyone will be able to go to space.

[Speaker 2] I sure hope so. I'll bet it will cost billions for a while though. We need a different energy source before we do sky busses I suppose. I'm no environmentalist but I can't imagine the pollution would be good otherwise.

[Speaker 1] That is so true, the pollution would be a big problem!

[Speaker 2] I had a dream last night that I was eating steak! Me! I can't decide if it was my subconscious telling me to eat some meat or if I should just file it under Nightmares.

I am struggling to pay my bills.

I eat meat every day.

I like Koalas.

My travel bills are very expensive.

I blog about animals and vegan recipes.

I have visited Australia. I went to the Sydney Opera House. My favorite animal is the Koala. I held a Koala named Pansy.

[Speaker 1] Where do you think you will travel to next?

[Speaker 2] I think i will try Egypt. I have good things about it. I think it would be pretty cool to see a pyramid.

[Speaker 1] Oh it must be quite a sight. I still think it is unbelievable that they were able to build such impressive structures that far back

[Speaker 2] Im sure being in outer space was a sight to see! How was it looking down on earth?

[Speaker 1] Absolutely incredible. Putting my finger to the glass and being able to cover up the entire earth was so surreal. And to be one of the few people in history to go into space was such an honor.

[Speaker 2] I bet. That is amazing. I would love to go to space! On the bucket list. Fingers cross that is happens

[Speaker 1] There's talk of being able to go on a space vacation in our lifetime, but I do not know how realistic that actually is. That would be very cool though!

[Speaker 2] I would be the first one to book! We can only hope that something like that could come in our lifetime

[Speaker 1] I would be so interesting to see advertisements on YouTube or tv about taking a vacation in space. I can only imagine the cost! It's going to be crazy!

[Speaker 2] Well it gives me time to save lol. Hopefully I will have enough or get win a trip through some sort trail for it.

[Speaker 1] Just try to get on the price is right or wheel of fortune, I am sure they'll offer a space trip as a grand prize one day haha

[Speaker 2] I could do that! I feel like I have a good chance at winning one of those games

I am struggling to pay my bills.

I eat meat every day.

I like Koalas.

I am impressed by architecture.

I am familiar with game shows.

My travel bills are very expensive.

I blog about animals and vegan recipes.

I want to travel to Egypt. I like to travel.

I want to go to space.

I feel like a lucky person in contests.

[Speaker 1] I've been asked to board the next shuttle to space again.

[Speaker 2] Oh goodness! That is super exciting! Are you going to do it?

[Speaker 1] I could probably make more money staying on Earth and doing stuff like talks at events, but I really can't pass up an opportunity to be a part f another shuttle launch. I hope that in the future it is easier for the average person to experience it.

[Speaker 2] That truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity! And for you, now twice! I think space travel will become more attainable pretty soon. I know some companies are trying to make that happen.

[Speaker 1] Yeah, I feel extremely fortunate. Anyone that has been up there will tell you that it really changes your perspective on things. It's one of the thing that made me more interested in traveling.

[Speaker 2] I am sure you feel so small and at peace up there. When will your mission make it's trip? I imagine training for space is long and strenuous.

[Speaker 1] It absolutely is! The trip is scheduled for around this time next year. I'm am going to have to get on a pretty strict diet and exercise routine to make sure that I am fit enough for the trip.

[Speaker 2] Well if you need some vegan recipes for your diet, I can help with that! I don't know much about space, but I know my health food.

[Speaker 1] I could defiantly use some meal ideas. I really like to cook, but I've never really been very good at it though. Any simple to make meals come to your mind?

I am struggling to pay my bills.

I am an Astronaut. I am currently working for the Russians. I love my job. I cannot think of another job I would like to do. I have been to outer space. I've been on a spaceship. I have been asked to go again.

I eat meat every day.

I like Koalas.

I am impressed by architecture.

I am familiar with game shows.

I am interested in traveling.

i am out of shape. I will go to space next year.

I am not a good cook.

My travel bills are very expensive.

I blog about animals and vegan recipes.

I want to go to space.

I feel like a lucky person in contests.

[Speaker 1] I am working on getting in shape for space next year. Can you send me some healthy recipes?

[Speaker 2] Of course I can! I have so many meat substitute recipes that almost taste like the real thing. It's amazing how many types of alternatives there are.

[Speaker 1] That is good news to hear. I was really afraid that vegan recipes would be really bland and boring. What is the best tasting vegan dish that is also low-calorie, since I need to lose weight?

[Speaker 2] Well have you ever heard of the Impossible Burger? Because I have a recipe that replicates that to a tee. I also have a lot of dessert options if sweets are more of your thing and they're all healthy and low calorie.

[Speaker 1] I have heard of the Impossible Burger. I have heard some people say it even tastes better than a regular hamburger. I would love to try that soon. I also am interested in desserts. I love strawberry shortcake with lots of whipped cream on top. Is there a non-dairy type of whipped cream? If so, what is it made of?

[Speaker 2] I think it does taste better. I'll give you the recipe then or maybe bring some samples to try. I have a perfect strawberry shortcake recipe that you'll love. Yes there's a lot of almond milk variants with various sugar substitutes for the cream.

[Speaker 1] Okay that sounds great. The last time I went to space we had some meat for some of the meals. I wonder if NASA is developing any vegan space food. I'll have to check into that.

[Speaker 2] Did you really? I imagine with how many people are starting to go up there that they'll have more options. Vegan space food is a pretty good idea.

[Speaker 1] Yes. If NASA isn't looking into it, I bet Space X is, since they seem to be more on the cutting edge of the science these days.

[Speaker 2] Agreed. With all the projects in development and maybe a future colonization plan for Mars I

[Speaker 1] That's right. This hasn't been made public yet, but I happen to know Space X is planning a manned mission to Saturn withing the next decade. I want to be one of the crew members!

[Speaker 2] That's fantastic, I always wanted to go to space. How cool would that be. By the way how was your last space experience?


I have two kids.
I love horror movies.
I paint pretty well.
I have a government job.
I like to take naps.

I am the only child of my parents.

My father was in the navy.

I went to school in france and spain.

I have two dogs named bounty and snickers.

I like eating burgers and fries.

I have 2 kids. My kids are 5 and 3. I love taking naps.

I like eating fast food while I paint.

I like scary movies. I work a government job.

I have dogs.

I went to school in Spain. I learned how to paint a little while in school.

I have two dogs, their names are Bounty and Snickers.

My favorite type of music is Country.

[Speaker 1] Hey. Sorry, just put my 2 kids to bed. What's new?

[Speaker 2] Its okay, just chillin with my dogs. How old are your kid?

[Speaker 1] They're 5 and 3. They sure make you need naps. I love naps anyway.

[Speaker 2] I like naps too, especially after eating my favorite, burgers and fries.

[Speaker 1] That'll do it. I like eating fast food while I paint.

[Speaker 2] I did a little painting at school in spain.

[Speaker 1] Nice. I paint but I also really like avery movies. Where do you work?

[Speaker 2] As the only child, I took over my parents movie theater.

[Speaker 1] Cool. I meant scary. Silly auto correct. To think I work in government too. Jeez.

[Speaker 2] I like scary movies too, my dogs bounty & snickers keep me company lol.

[Speaker 1] Well at least you won't be as scared then..

[Speaker 2] What kind of music do you like? Country is my favorite.

I like eating fast food while I paint.

I have dogs.

My favorite type of music is Country.

[Speaker 1] Are you looking forward to A Quiet Place 2? That's the only scary movie I know that is coming out.

[Speaker 2] Oh my gosh, yes! I saw the first one and it was pretty scary! Will you have a chance to watch it when the kids aren't around?

[Speaker 1] I really hope so! I would love to watch it!

[Speaker 2] I guess they are way too young to see a scary movie. I remember watching my first horror movie when I was a kid. I hid in my room for days! Now if I get scared I just hug my dogs super tight.

[Speaker 1] I was never a fan of horror movies when I younger, but I am now that I am older!

[Speaker 2] Maybe you can introduce your kids to some of your favorites once they get a bit older. Have you ever painted something inspired by a horror film? I've seen some pretty scary works of art inspired by Halloween and Friday the 13th!

[Speaker 1] I have painted some artwork from horror films!

[Speaker 2] That's awesome. You'll have to show me sometime. I haven't painted since I was in Spain, but maybe A Quiet Place 2 will inspire the artist in me to come back out.

[Speaker 1] Painting is really fun! You should try it out again!

[Speaker 2] I definitely will. You'll have to tell me what fast food you enjoy eating while you paint. Maybe that is your secret to success!

[Speaker 1] I love eating Chipotle because it is healthy!

[Speaker 2] Oh, Chipotle! I love their burrito bowls. I think I'll get to eat tonight. I'll just have to hide it from the dogs.

I like eating fast food while I paint. I love Chipolte.  I like to eat healthy.

I work a government job.

I like scary movies. I want to see A Quiet Place 2 also. I did not like scary movies when I was a kid.  I like scary movies now I am older.

I have dogs.

I like taking naps. My favorite food is burger and fries. I love burrito bowls from Chipolte.

My favorite type of music is Country.

I inherited my parents movie theater. I like scary movies. I want to see A Quiet Place 2.  I have see A Quiet Place 1. I saw a scary movie as a kid and was scared for days.

I like art inspired by scary movies.

I want to try painting.

[Speaker 1] I found my paintings that I did from some horror films so that I can show you when we meet

[Speaker 2] Which horror films were they from?

[Speaker 1] Halloween, The Cabin In the Woods, and Hannibal. I feel these are some of the best ones. I put a lot of work into them. Have you seen any of those movies?

[Speaker 2] I bet there were some really good scenes to paint from those films. I'd like to have a go at painting but no idea where to start.

[Speaker 1] I feel painting should come natural. I've read a few books about painting, but I'd say 99% of how I learned to and what I know about painting came from just sitting down and painting and seeing what works for me. The first thing I painted that was quite decent was a picture of an apple on a kitchen table.

[Speaker 2] Oh really? I fear that I might not be cut out for painting then. It is something that definitely does not come naturally to me.

[Speaker 1] Well, you could train yourself so that it does come natural. I also like to paint people dressed in scary costumes. I once painted a scene of one of my kid wearing his Chucky costume as he was running around in one of Freddy Kreuger's nightmares.

[Speaker 2] Is that possible, to train yourself? I do like art about scary movies. Maybe I should try what you did and choose my favorite film and see what comes to mind.

[Speaker 1] Yes, you can train yourself to feel natural doing anything. What did you paint while in Spain?

[Speaker 2] It was nothing very good. I learnt mostly how to draft the basic shape of fruit. Not very exciting!

[Speaker 1] That's a good start. That is similar to how I started. Sometimes I have dreams about the paintings I do. They are weird and scary.

[Speaker 2] What makes them weird? I always have strange drams right after watching a horror film.

I work a government job.

I am a painter.  I painted some art from horror films. I like horror films.

I like Halloween, The Cabin in the Woods, and Hannibal. I like to paint people in costumes.

I've read books about painting. I learned how to paint on my own.

I have dreams about paintings.

I have dogs.

My favorite type of music is Country.

I like art inspired by scary movies.

I want to try painting.

I don't think painting would come naturally to me. I learned how to draft the basic shape of fruit.

[Speaker 1] Did you have any weird dreams lately?

[Speaker 2] No, weird dreams but I have this one recurring dream where no matter how hard I press the brakes my car won't fully stop.lol

[Speaker 1] I'm sure some psychologist would tell you there's a grand meaning behind that. I think it probably just means you need to get your car serviced!

[Speaker 2] I actually did that today. I got an oil change and an alignment. It cost 175 which is painful but necessary. Have you watched any good horror films lately? I need some recommendations.

[Speaker 1] No. YOu're the one who should be giving recommendations. You're the only person I know who works in the movie business!

[Speaker 2] This have been slow lately but mid summer there should be more new titles. I just saw the new Ryan Reynolds movie. He's one of my favorites in the comedy genre.

[Speaker 1] He's very likeable, but it seems like he plays the exact same character type in every movie.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I can agree with that but I enjoy his humor so as long as I don't watch too many of his movies back to back I enjoy them. What's your favorite comedy?

[Speaker 1] I'm not sure that I have a favorite, but I did watch Tommy Boy this weekend and it was hilarious. It made me kind of sad seeing how funny Chris Farley was.

[Speaker 2] I used to watch his movies when I was a kid.  It is sad knowing what happened to him and realizing now that I'm older that he was only 33 when he passed.

[Speaker 1] I know, the most shocking thing watching the movie was how young he looked in it. He'd probably be almost 60 if he was still alive.

[Speaker 2] Thinking about that actually makes me feel old now.lol  I think my favorite movie of his was Beverly Hills Ninja.  Totally ridiculous but very 90s lol

I work a government job.

I have dreams about paintings.

I didn't watch  good horror films lately.

Tommy Boy is very hilarious movie. If he alive he will crossed 60 right now.

I have dogs.

My favorite type of music is Country.

I like art inspired by scary movies.

I want to try painting.

I have strange dreams about watching horror movies. I saw Ryan Reynolds movie which is my favorites in the comedy genre.

I didn't watch many movies recently.

I saw Tommy Boy in childhood. my favorite movie of his was Beverly Hills Ninja. Chris Farley was only 33 when he passed.

my favorite movie of Chris Farley was Beverly Hills Ninja.

[Speaker 1] What about nightmare problem? did you any other comedy movie?

[Speaker 2] Fortunately scary movies don't give me nightmares anymore! Tommy Boy is great. I wish Chris Farley were around to make more movies.

[Speaker 1] True, that would be great. Btw, have you been doing any painting recently?

[Speaker 2] No I haven't. I just haven't had time to try since the movie theater has been really busy. How about you? Do you think you'll exhibit any work soon?

[Speaker 1] I see. I'm not sure. I'd love to but I'm more focused on making art than on exhibiting it now, I suppose. I've been trying to improve my technique.

[Speaker 2] You should focus on being creative then! I'd love to see your work sometime.

[Speaker 1] Definitely. My paintings are a bit creepy though. Are you into creepy art?

[Speaker 2] Um yeah! Goes right in line with my love of horror movies!

[Speaker 1] That's great, then I will show you someday. Have you ever tried painting something abstract?

[Speaker 2] No, but that's a good idea. I feel like I'd find a lot more freedom in that than in trying to do a still life or something. Bowls of fruit aren't really my jam.

[Speaker 1] Exactly, making abstract art is a great way to explore your creativity. You can read some tips on how to get started online.

[Speaker 2] Ok, I'll try that out! So have  you been having anymore horror movie nightmares?


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

I am a hunter.

I like to go hunting.

My favorite animal to hunt is deer.

Deer are over populated and that concerns me.

I am generally concerned about wildlife.

My name is Stephanie.

I have a dad that works as a fireman.

I like to read. I do charity work.

I volunteer at the hospital where my mom works.

I love to hunt. I take my dog deer hunting. I love animals. I think hunting helps control the deer population.

I like to read.

[Speaker 1] Hi! Nice to meet you! I'm stephanie.

[Speaker 2] Hi, do you like outdoors? I love to hunt.

[Speaker 1] I love to go hiking with my dogs..

[Speaker 2] That's cool. I have a dog I take with to deer hunting.

[Speaker 1] I take my dogs everywhere. I love being out with them.

[Speaker 2] I love animals and care about wild life. It helps to control deer population in our area.

[Speaker 1] My dad works for the forestry dept as a firemen.

[Speaker 2] That's so cool! Thank you what you do!

[Speaker 1] I enjoy reading in my spare time and doing charitable work.

[Speaker 2] You and your dad both have serving heart! I like to read, too, when I'm not hunting...

[Speaker 1] I like to volunteer at the hospital where my mom works.

[Speaker 2] How many dogs do you have?

My name is Stephanie.

I have a dad that works as a fireman.

I like to read. I do charity work.

I like to read.

[Speaker 1] I am planning a day where volunteers and employees can bring their pets to the hospital and visiting the critical care unit. I read that cuddling animals can help people in pain feel more comfortable.

[Speaker 2] that's amazing. animals are such a comfort. would you mostly focus on dogs? or other animals too

[Speaker 1] Probably dogs, dogs are more trainable than cats

[Speaker 2] yeah, that's true. the right cats can be so therapeutic though because of their purring. I always joke that my cat named henry would be a great therapy cat because he's so snuggly. what types of training would the dogs need, do you think? specialized commands?

[Speaker 1] I think just basic sit and stay commands. You may be right about cats. I think I would include cats too.

[Speaker 2] it's nice to have options. would you consider expanding your program to nursing homes or assisted living facilities?

[Speaker 1] I volunteer at the local hospital so I am not familiar with the other places. So I do not how it would work at those places

[Speaker 2] that makes sense. I was just thinking about how the elderly would benefit from something like this too.

[Speaker 1] They definitely would, I think I would look into it.

[Speaker 2] I don't know how people could ever live wihtout animals. when i'm old I hope I can still have pets wherever i am. I love my dog.

[Speaker 1] Dogs are great. They are always happy and always want to please you.

[Speaker 2] that's so true. they're good companions. do you enjoy having pets?

My name is Stephanie.

I have a dad that works as a fireman.

I like to read.

I am working on an event for bring your pet to work day for volunteers and animals for the critical care unit.

I think dogs are more trainable than cats. I may include cats in my event also.

I am a volunteer at my local hospital where my mom works. I am not familiar with nursing homes or assisted living facilities.

I plan on researching local nursing homes or assisted living facilities for bring your pet to work day.

I like to read.

I have a cat named Henry.  I think a cat purring is therapeutic. I have a dog.

[Speaker 1] How is your cat Henry doing?  If I include cats in my event would you bring him into the hospital?

[Speaker 2] Henry is great! Super happy all the time. I would bring him however, my dog Ollie might be a better fit. He loves hanging out and seeing people. Henry is a little trouble maker at times, you know?

[Speaker 1] I'm glad to hear that the cat is happy. I usually find cat to be grumpy. Maybe I'm the reason they're grumpy? LOL.

[Speaker 2] Cats aren't for everyone! They pick up on a lot. They are smart little things. What types of dogs do you have?

[Speaker 1] I have a black lab and a golden retriever. Both very good boys! They love to run around outside. Every time I stand up, they think we're going for a walk! LOL

[Speaker 2] They sound amazing. Ollie is a Catahoula Leopard, so same, he thinks we are always going outside for a walk. I am lucky, I have a fenced in yard, so he can run around.

[Speaker 1] Some dogs try to dig under the fence and get out. They can't stand being confined. I haven't had that problem yet, but I take them for walks quite often.

[Speaker 2] Ollie doesn't know he can do that... so far! I do have camera and my neighbors also have a fence, so he wouldn't get very far.

[Speaker 1] Some people think hunting is cruel, but the deer population gets out of control and it's bad for the whole ecosystem. I don't have a problem with that kind of hunting because it's not cruel. What do you do with the animal carcass?

[Speaker 2] There's a place in town that preserves them and puts them on display in museums.

[Speaker 1] Ok. I figure some people use the deer for the meat. I've had venison. Very lean and tasty.

[Speaker 2] I do that occasionally, but there's just so much, usually.

My name is Stephanie.

I have two dogs, a black lab and golden retriever. I love to hike with my dogs. I take my dogs everywhere.

I have a dad that works as a fireman.

I like to read.

I'm throwing an event at a hospital.

i go on walks often.

I hunt deer for sport. I like venison.

I like to read.

I think a cat purring is therapeutic. I have a cat named Henry and a friendly dog named Ollie. My dog is a Catahoula Leopard.

I have a fenced in yard. I have a camera in my yard. I have nextdoor neighbors.

I hunt deer and give the bodies to a museum for display. Sometimes I eat the meat of the deer I hunt.

[Speaker 1] Have you ever been to one of the museums that that has your deer on display?

[Speaker 2] I have visited a few museums that have my deer on display. It feels like an honor that they would use something I have provided. Were you able to research nursing homes or assisted living facilities?

[Speaker 1] I did some research, but I still have some research to do. That's great that the museums have your stuff on display. What does deer meat taste like?

[Speaker 2] Venison has such a unique taste. While it can be made into almost anything; it often tastes more strong or gamey than beef. Personally, my favorite way to eat venison is as a burger with bleu cheese and shallots. I think it helps to take away from some of the strong flavor deer has. Do you have a favorite deer recipe that you like?

[Speaker 1] One time I had strips of venison grilled on a fire. That was great. The meat was very lean, and it had to be served medium rare, almost rare. But it was tasty. I can see why you would add cheese: a bit of fat would round out the flavor.

[Speaker 2] You are absolutely correct on in it being very lean. I had never tried deer sausage, and recently was given some to cook and try. Unfortunately, I think I left it on the grill too long and ir was horribly dry. Next time I think I will try to cook it in more of a fatty liquid.

[Speaker 1] I know some people with grind up the gamier meats (deer, elk) and mix it with ground beef to balance out the fat content. You're right that the deer population needs to be controlled. Not problem culling a few animals since they will overpopulate and destroy their environment. You have a cat and a dog. Do they get along? Do they like the taste of deer?

[Speaker 2] Henry and Ollie do get a long for the most part. Sometimes Henry will try to play with Ollie when he is tired and he gets a bit annoyed, but usually they are always together. Both do like deer meat, and any time that I make it you can find them waiting right by the stove. One time Henry climbed on top of Ollie and attempted to steal a piece for them to share, but I was pretty quick to their trick. Do both of your dogs like deer as well?

[Speaker 1] My two rascals will eat damn near anything, but I try to keep them on a healthy diet. Some owners treat their dogs like garbage disposals. I never give my dogs leftovers. They need the right kind of food. I've read a lot about doggie diets, and I am convinced that it is wrong to give your pets human food.

[Speaker 2] Oh, I was unaware that human food was unsafe for animals. I had been reading on raw meat diets for dogs specifically after a friend had told me he saw some videos on Youtube regarding dogs and pack mentalities. I think I will do some more research before continuing to give my pets anymore food that isn't specifically for them. Thank you for telling me that. The last we spoke, you had mentioned an event you were putting together at the hospital, is that corect?

[Speaker 1] Well, we're getting a bit tight on time here. We should probably think about wrapping this up. I'm glad to swap stories about our pets. Maybe we'll have a chance to chat again in the future!

[Speaker 2] I look forward to it Stephanie. Great talking to you.

My name is Stephanie. I am a woman.

I have a dad that works as a fireman.

I like to read.

I'm throwing an event at a hospital.

i go on walks often.

I hunt deer for sport. I like venison.

I like to read.

[Speaker 1] How did your event at the hospital go?

[Speaker 2] I didn't have an event at the hospital. You were the one who did that.

[Speaker 1] Oh my god I'm so embarassed! You're right! So how are Henry and Ollie doing since we spoke last?

[Speaker 2] They love to roughhouse and chase each other around, LOL. Did your event at the hospital involve animals?

[Speaker 1] Yes, all the therapy dogs that help to cheer up the terminal patients were all at the party, and they all had a blast, because they got to eat lots of treats and got all kinds of love and attention from the staff and the patients.

[Speaker 2] Maybe we can arrange for me to bring Henry in. He's pretty docile and friendly with strangers. I'm afraid Ollie might be too rambunctuous for a hospital.

[Speaker 1] Bringing Henry is a great idea, because not all people like dogs. Some patients would probably love the comfort of a cat purring and falling asleep in their laps.

[Speaker 2] Great! Can you talk to whoever you need to in the terminal ward to arrange permission? I can bring him in any weekend.

[Speaker 1] Yes, I will do that tonight, because I am scheduled to volunteer tonight at 6pm. I will let you know tomorrow.

[Speaker 2] Cool, I appreciate it. How would this weekend work out? I think Henry will love it, as long as the patients handle him gently.

[Speaker 1] Let's go ahead and tentatively plan on having you bring him by this weekend. I will find out for sure tonight, and I'll let you know before midnight tonight, okay?

[Speaker 2] Sounds perfect! I'm looking forward to it. Thanks so much!


I like dogs.
I live on a farm.
I work for the computer industry.
I love my job.
I have three kids.

I work in a pizza shop.

I'm a college student.

My favorite football team is the dallas cowboys.

I live in an apartment building with my grandparents.

I'm left-handed.

I like pizza. I have 3 kids.

I am developing an app for dog walking. I have a job.

I have a job making pizza.

I am in college. I have limited finances.

I like football.

[Speaker 1] Just got home and fed the chickens. What are you up to?

[Speaker 2] Just got off work. Made pizzas all day and not I'm chilling.

[Speaker 1] Love pizza, so do my 3 kids!

[Speaker 2] Everyone loves pizza ;p I don't have any kids yet.

[Speaker 1] No kids, any dogs? We have 2 on the farm.

[Speaker 2] No dogs. I live in a small apartment and can't have pets. I love dogs though.

[Speaker 1] Working on a dog walking app. Love my job!

[Speaker 2] Cute. What's the app going to do? Walk the dog for the owner?!

[Speaker 1] Like an uber for dog walkers!

[Speaker 2] Interesting. Maybe I could be a walker - I'm in college and need money.

[Speaker 1] Look out for it and sign up!

[Speaker 2] I will do that when it's up!.

[Speaker 1] Make a little money, get some fresh air...win, win!

[Speaker 2] Absolutely. Gives me something to do in the summer, during fall I'm about football.

I like pizza. I have 3 kids.

I have a job making pizza.

I like football.

[Speaker 1] I went to my kid's baseball practice this afternoon, he got a home run!

[Speaker 2] that's so great! was he excited?

[Speaker 1] Oh you bet! The whole team was so proud of him and we went out after to celebrate with pizza and ice cream

[Speaker 2] that's great. kids need wins like that for their self esteem. I hope the pizza was good, too -- I know my way around a pizza oven myself! how old is your kiddo?

[Speaker 1] I know, I wish we could have stopped by your place for pizza, but maybe next time. My big guy who made the home run is 12!

[Speaker 2] aww that's such a good age! he must have felt like big man on campus. does he put all those arm muscles to good use helping you on the farm?

[Speaker 1] Yep, everyday! Work on a farm never ends and keeps us all in great shape! Just the other day he helped his pa with the birth of a sheep!

[Speaker 2] how cool is that! I bet that type of everyday labor is really great exercise and contributes to that home run swing of his. eeee baby sheep! was the birth smooth and healthy?

[Speaker 1] It is, a body in motion stays in motion! Yes everything went smoothly, a healthy baby boy that we named herald!

[Speaker 2] that's a cute name :-) do you have a lot of animals on the farm?

[Speaker 1] We have about 50 all together, comprising of some sheep, goats, chickens, hogs

[Speaker 2] wowza! do you raise them for specific purposes or just to have them?

My kid helps me on the farm. I am married.

One of our sheep just gave birth. We named the lamb Herald. We also have goats, chickens and hogs on the farm. About 50 animals altogether.

I have a job making pizza. I love cooking pizzas in my pizza oven.

I like football.

[Speaker 1] Herald is growing so quickly! He's already running around with his mama.

[Speaker 2] That is so sweet. My apartment is so small, I can't imagine what it's like to have all the space of your farm!

[Speaker 1] You know, between all of my kids and animals, the farm doesn't always feel so big these days. lol!

[Speaker 2] I bet! I would love to get a little dog who wouldn't mind living in an apartment.

[Speaker 1] Apartments are perfect for little dogs. You should make the jump and get yourself a friend. Maybe you could even sneak him into college with you! lol!

[Speaker 2] I could put him in my sweatshirt and bring him to class if he was real tiny! Nah, I'd probably need your dog walking app so someone could check on him during the day!

[Speaker 1] Finger's crossed that I can get it done and that it will take off. I don't want to talk about it too much or I'll jinx it. I'd love to make me some Oprah money, though. lol! Speaking of money, have you picked a major yet?

[Speaker 2] Um yeah, billionaire is the goal obviously! That's why I'm majoring in business! Seriously though, I like business and could do a lot of different things with the degree.

[Speaker 1] Maybe you could make your passion for pizzas a career. A business degree would help you open up your own Pizzeria. You know how highly I think of your Italian cooking!

[Speaker 2] Aw thanks! I can't believe you think I'm that good! I really would love to have a pizza restaurant. And you HAVE to have a mind for business for a restaurant to be successful!

[Speaker 1] Of course. You know that I like to think of myself as a bit of a pizza connoisseur. I've never had a pizza better than the one that you make. Ever!

[Speaker 2] Wow! Thank you! You are really inspiring me to pursue this dream!

I like pizza. I have 3 kids. They play baseball. My oldest son is 12 years old. I have kids and animals.

I don't have any pets. I live in a small apartment.  I like dogs. I want a little dog.

I like football.

I want to be a billionaire. I'm going to be a business major.

I would love to own a pizza restaurant.

[Speaker 1] Did you look into adopting a small dog?

[Speaker 2] I'm still looking into it but I'm not sure, i really want a pug. what do you recommend?

[Speaker 1] What makes you want a pug? If that's what your gut is telling you, I bet that's what you'd love the most.

[Speaker 2] I like being funny and pugs are also funny the way they make people confuse with their eyes lol. I think we'll be great buddies. Which ones do you have?

[Speaker 1] I'm sure you would love one then! I have a sweet little beagle and a feisty pomeranian. They can be a handful sometimes, but I wouldn't trade them for the world.

[Speaker 2] That is so sweet. I'll install your dog walking app once it is ready and we will plan a dog meet up and I'll bring my pug.

[Speaker 1] I'm sure that would be a fun time! Maybe we could make a pizza together too.

[Speaker 2] that is perfect. 6you can tell me about all those pizza joints. Which one do you think is the best flavor in pizza?

[Speaker 1] I think it really depends on what you're ordering and at which place. There are all kinds of pizzas I love at some places and hate at others! I've actually been making a list of my favorite places for each kind of pizza. We'll have to try them all and see if you agree!

[Speaker 2] Definitely we have to do that. I hope there are no pineapple on them though. I just can't do that one LOL.

[Speaker 1] A lot of people don't like it. I can't say it's one of my favorites, but I try it every once in a while. I think it goes pretty well with ham or pepperoni! The combination of salt and sweetness is actually not that bad.

[Speaker 2] You're right with sweet and sour taste, i tried it once with jalapenos but i don't think i will try it anymore. Pepperoni is just the best.

I have chickens. I live on a farm. I have 2 dogs. I have a beagle and pomeranian. I love my dogs.

I think of myself as a pizza connoisseur. I like making pizza. I love some pizza places and hate others. I am listing my favorite places for each type of pizza. I like pineapple with ham or pepperoni.

I like football.

I would love to own a pizza restaurant. Pepperoni is my favorite.

I want to adopt a pug.

I like being funny.

[Speaker 1] We went to the farm to visit Herald and he is doing well.

[Speaker 2] How old is Herald again?

[Speaker 1] He just turned one week old today. He is so cute that I can't stand it!

[Speaker 2] That's so great, the mom must be relieved. How many sheep do you have on your farm?

[Speaker 1] 11 sheep, 14 lambs and one ram. They are becoming a little bit of a handful to be honest.

[Speaker 2] Oh wow, must keep your family busy. Do you harvest the cotton?

[Speaker 1] We do harvest the wool, but it's more that the sheep get too hot in the summer if you don't shave them. It actually costs me more to have than sheared than the wool is worth.

[Speaker 2] Sorry wool, my mistake. I did not know that. Have you always had a farm?

[Speaker 1] Yep. I grew up on this farm although it's a bit bigger now than it used to be. We bought an extra 100 acres a few years ago.

[Speaker 2] Cool, so it runs in the family. It must be nice to have a lot of open space.

[Speaker 1] I wouldn't ever want to do anything else. I'd get anxiety if I lived in the city like you do.

[Speaker 2] I can understand the noise and light pollution can be a bit much for those not use to it. I love the hustle of the city but also would love to live in an open space for a while.


I work in a pizza shop.

I'm a college student.

My favorite football team is the dallas cowboys.

I live in an apartment building with my grandparents.

I'm left-handed.

I work in a fast food restaurant.

I love the smell of roses and fern.

I am terrified of watching horror movies.

My favorite author is john grisham.

I have one sister who is married.

My name is Brad.  I go to university.

I work at a pizza shop.

I don't like to read.  I live with my grandparents in an apartment.

I got kicked out of my fraternity house.

I am left handed.

I go to UCLA.  I work at Burger King.

I'm not interested in football. I like movies. I don't like horror movies.

I like to read. My favorite author is John Grisham.

[Speaker 1] Sup, I'm brad, I go to university u..

[Speaker 2] Hey! I go to ucla and work at a burger king.

[Speaker 1] Sweet bro, I work at a pizza shop myself. Like football?

[Speaker 2] No, im more of a movie buff, but scared to watch horror movies.

[Speaker 1] Understandable. Well my fave team is the dallas cowboys. Know whats lame?

[Speaker 2] Do you read? I read a lot of books from john grisham, he is my fav!

[Speaker 1] Nah, I don't. It's lame, I live with my grandparents in an apartment..

[Speaker 2] I live with my only sister mary. She is married to dave.

[Speaker 1] I never liked dave. I got kicked out of my fraternity house. Guess why.

[Speaker 2] Did you cut the roses and fern? Cause thats my favorite aroma.

[Speaker 1] Um? I dont think so. I got kicked out because im not right-handed.

[Speaker 2] Lets go watch a movie. No horrors tho. Im scared of them.

[Speaker 1] Haha! Yes im totally in for a non-horror film.

[Speaker 2] We can then grab some burgers at my job!

My name is Brad.  I go to university.

I work at a pizza shop.

I am left handed.

I go to UCLA.  I work at Burger King.

[Speaker 1] What classes are you taking this semester?

[Speaker 2] I am taking a lot of pre-law classes this semester.  Constitutional Law and Criminal Law.  I am really enjoying them!

[Speaker 1] Oh wow that's has to be crazy difficult!  How many semesters do you have left of pre-law?  Do you plan on applying to any law schools afterwards?

[Speaker 2] It is a bit difficult but I am so interested in the material that it's not bad at all!  I have 3 more semesters left at UCLA.  My plan  - at least for now - is to go to Law School afterwards!  How about you, Brad? What are you studying?

[Speaker 1] Good luck with that!  Right now I'm studying ;computer science and engineering.  I only have 1 more year left in my schooling so I'm pretty excited to get out and start my career.  May go back for my masters afterwards though.  Getting kicked out of the fraternity was a big wake up call for me.  Are you trying to get anything lined up for after your undergrad like an internship or anything?

[Speaker 2] Thanks! Both of those subject areas are very valuable for a career.   The technology space is booming with jobs!  Sometimes wake up calls push us on a good path so at least you are doing something positive out of a bad situation.   I am actually looking to get a job / internship at a law firm this summer.   I am hoping to get experience and start saving for law school - it is expensive!!

[Speaker 1] Yeah good luck!  I had lot's of experience with my internship they are so valuable, and especially can lead to lot's of connections.  I highly recommend them to get your foot in the door at places.  I'm currently getting things lined up with my former internship too!  I hope you get one!

[Speaker 2] I completely agree!  I want to has as many options as possible after I graduate.  Fingers crossed for both of us!   Are you watching the Cowboys this weekend?  My sister's husband is super excited about it.

[Speaker 1] That is exciting.  Not this weekend, the season hasn't started yet, but I'm super excited for the next upcoming season it should be good!  I know you don't watch too much football but I'm sure it's hard to escape at UCLA especially it being a football school right?

[Speaker 2] Ha! I think when he said "football" he may have meant soccer.  He is from England, after all!  And yes! While I don't love watching the games, it's hard to escape being a Bruins fan.  It's fun to tailgate and I do like the energy it brings to the school!  Are you into Soccer at all? I find it hard to watch as well. I much prefer tennis.

[Speaker 1] I'm not that into soccer, I do prefer tennis though!  I play some at the rec on and off.  It is a lot of fun and very exercise intensive which helps on campus.  Do you play tennis or just watch it?

[Speaker 2] I don't really play too much but absolutely love watching it.  My favorite player is Roger Federer.  I've been to the US Open several times and went to Wimbledon once!  It was incredible!  Have you ever been to a live match?

My name is Brad.  I go to university. I am a computer science and engineering student. I have 1 year left. I used to be in a fraternity, from which I got kicked out. I might go back for my masters degree.

I work at a pizza shop.

I like football. I like the Dallas Cowboys. I do not enjoy soccer. I love playing tennis.

I am left handed.

I have worked at an internship. I am planning to go back to the same company as an intern this summer.

I am a pre-law student. I am a student at UCLA. I have 3 more semesters left. I plan to go to law school. I work at Burger King.

I live with my sister. My sister is married. My sister's husband is from England.

I am looking for a job or internship for the summer.

I am a Bruins fan. I like tailgating. I don't like to watch soccer. I like to watch tennis. I do not play tennis. I am a fan of Roger Federer. I have been to the US Open and Wimbledon.

[Speaker 1] I was talking with some of my buddies, who know some of the pre-law kids here and It seems one of them has a connection with one of the tope firms here in Sacramento! They are looking for a pre-law intern to work with their IP team. Interested? I can connect you two.

[Speaker 2] Wow! That would be great! I could really benefit from getting my foot in the door at a place like that.

[Speaker 1] Alright if yout take them up on their offer maker sure they don't take advantage of you. The company I work with was good so I'm going back.

[Speaker 2] What company are you working with? It's great that it's been working out for you so well.

[Speaker 1] I was working with a small company that's working on computer programs you probably wouldn't have heard of them. I'm lucky I heard interning can be a pain.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, a lot of my classmates have mentioned getting burned by them, so I've been pretty nervous about it. Do you think your place is likely to hire you after this summer?

[Speaker 1] I hope so. It's not perfect, but I do like the people I worked with. If I do hopefully you can follow in my footsteps and the same thing will happen to you.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, it'd be really nice to get a decent job and be able to move out of my sister's place. I'm sure you can relate.

[Speaker 1] Of course, you don't know how many times I have to hear the "news" at 1 am in the morning. At least you have a cool Brit around.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, you probably have it a bit rougher than me. Would your company pay for you to complete your masters degree if they ended up hiring you?

[Speaker 1] I haven't looked into it, do companies usually do things like that?

[Speaker 2] I think it's pretty common. I think it'd be a good thing to look into. It could really boost your career prospects.

My name is Brad.  I go to university. I am a computer science and engineering student. I am working on a masters degree. I have 1 year left. I used to be in a fraternity, from which I got kicked out. I might go back for my masters degree.

I work at a pizza shop.

I am left handed.

I used to work for a small software company. I'm hoping to work for them again.

I am looking for a pre-law internship for the summer.

I am in school. I want to get a good job so I can live on my own.

[Speaker 1] I just found out about another law firm here that's offering internships. This one is actually paid, believe it or not! Do you want me to put you in touch with them?

[Speaker 2] Absolutely that would be awesome.  It's not only what you know that's important but who you know. Networking is harder than school I'd say. How is school going for you?

[Speaker 1] It's going pretty well, but I'm ready for it to be done so I can start making some real money. I'm sick of smelling like pepperoni.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I bet. I worked at a deli for 2 weeks and quit cause I was tired of coming home smelling like ham and having meat shavings on my clothes. No shame in honest work but I'm excited to put my degree to work.

[Speaker 1] Me too, I'm ready to sit at a desk for 50 hours a week but only do about 8 hours of real work and the spend the rest of time trolling people online.

[Speaker 2] Haha you must a Redditor. Maybe some day businesses will actually realize the standard work day isn't at all the most productive use of company time. I don't know anyone who puts in a full uninterrupted day.

[Speaker 1] I really do think I could be a quality full-time internet troll. I haven't figured out the pay scheme yet, but that's really my dream job.

[Speaker 2] If you've never heard of him then google Ken M.  He's a quality online troll but isn't mean or negative. He trolls for good not evil.lol

[Speaker 1] I kind of want to be a mean troll, or rather, I think that's where my talents lie. I don't want to put artificial limits on my self. I feel it wouldn't be right to stifle my natural instincts to be mean.

[Speaker 2] Well I don't enjoy being mean myself but I think the internet would feel like a foreign place if there wasn't someone out there sowing anarchy.lol

[Speaker 1] Precisely. If you ever run into someone on the internet who says they have a one-legged dog and they live in a bus that looks like a mushroom who wants to give you dating advice, it's probably just me.

[Speaker 2] I've seen 3 legged dogs but no one-legged.  That's got to be super hard to get around.lol

I work at a pizza shop.

I am left handed.

I have connections to a law firm in Sacramento. I found out about another law firm here that's offering internships.

I can make money in internet troll. I like to be a full internet troller. I don't like artificial trolling.

I'm sick of smelling like pepperoni. I work 8 hours per day.

Networking is very difficult to study.

I quit my job 2 weeks before for smelling problem.

[Speaker 1] My health is much better today than it was yesterday.

[Speaker 2] That's good what do you think the issue was and did you go see a doctor?

[Speaker 1] I'm not really sure.  I'm thinking it was just a 24 hour bug or something.  No, I didn't see a doctor.

[Speaker 2] Well as long as you're better then that's all that matters. I've been feeling a little under the weather too. I have that smelling issue that keeps coming up.

[Speaker 1] I'm not familiar with any smelling issues. Is this something usual for you?

[Speaker 2] Yes it's very odd sometimes I can't smell anything at all and other times I smell very odd scents that seem to come out of nowhere. It has even affected my job.

[Speaker 1] Have you been to a doctor about the smelling issue yet?

[Speaker 2] I went to the doctor about a week ago and they couldn't tell me what the issue was. They asked if I had been sick before and that maybe this smelling issue was a side effect of something but who knows.

[Speaker 1] Wow, sounds like you may need to see a specialist or get a second opinion from another doctor.  I'm sure that will interfere even more with your life.

[Speaker 2] Yea I really have to. I'm surprised it's affecting me this much though. I have a lot of career and schooling plans and I don't want to deal with this.

[Speaker 1] I'm sure if you see an ENT or another specialist you could get to the bottom of this a lot quicker. Do you have any other symptoms? Anything else going on with your health?


I have five tattoos in total.
I like visiting places with graffiti.
My mom owned a little coffee shop.
My favorite tv show is friends.
I do not own a car yet.

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

I do not have children. I have tattoos on my back of angels. I have tattoos on my ankles and on my wrists.

I live in my mother's cafe in New York.

I am 18 years old. I don't own a car. I walk everywhere.

I collect photos of local graffiti.

I like tattoos. I am a mother.
I like cooking healthy food.
I watch action movies.
I live in California.
I am 30 years old.

[Speaker 1] Hello, are you into tatoos like me?

[Speaker 2] Hi, yes I'm into tattoos. I'm a mother are you a parent too.

[Speaker 1] No kid but I have 2 tatoos on my back of angels.

[Speaker 2] Okay. That is nice. I like to cook some healthy food..

[Speaker 1] I also have two tats on my ankle and one on my wrist.

[Speaker 2] Okay that a lot of tats. I have one. I like to watch action movies..

[Speaker 1] I don't eat healthy because I live drinking coffee.

[Speaker 2] Too much coffee is not good. I do live california were do you live..

[Speaker 1] I sleep in my mother's cafe in new york.

[Speaker 2] Okay free coffee. I am 30 years old, how old are you..

[Speaker 1] I'm 18 and don't own wheels so I walk everywhere.

[Speaker 2] Okay you young. Save your money when you ready to buy a car..

[Speaker 1] I also collect photos of local graffiti as a hobby.

[Speaker 2] That great. You like the arts.

I live in my mother's cafe in New York.

I collect photos of local graffiti.

[Speaker 1] How old are your kids? What is the secret to getting them to eat healthy food?

[Speaker 2] I have a 10 year old girl and find that its easiest to not push too much on them. Just sticking with what they like and introducing something new little by little.  That might help you when you have kids of your own!

[Speaker 1] Haha, I have enough trouble getting myself to eat healthy food! Is there any health food in particular that you and your daughter enjoy?

[Speaker 2] Well we both like fruit! That's a good place for you to start as its sweet and more enticing than say vegetables. Do you eat a lot of fast food?

[Speaker 1] I'm a big fan of fast food because I can eat it on the move and just pick it up as needed. Short answer: Yes!

[Speaker 2] I agree that it is easy and tasty! We eat it sometimes, usually Taco Bell. What is your favorite?

[Speaker 1] For me, it's got to be McDonald's. I am not in the least bit ashamed to say. Give me a Big Mac any day.

[Speaker 2] No shame here. I am know to love their cheeseburgers! Maybe you can get a "M" tattooed on your arm!

[Speaker 1] My love of the golden arches probably doesn't stretch that far! I should be eating healthily, but the fast food outlets are just too tempting!

[Speaker 2] True, you would be left with it forever! What is your favorite one/

[Speaker 1] My favorite tattoo has got to be my angel wings. Because I'm a little bit of an angel in a way. Have been a bit too close to death for comfort.

[Speaker 2] Wow, I guess you live a wild life. Maybe take it easy and avoid thiose scary situations. Your mom would be happier!

I like drinking coffee. I don't eat healthy. I love fast food. I prefer McDonald's. I know it would be better for me to not eat fast food, but I find it too delicious.

I live in my mother's cafe in New York.

I collect photos of local graffiti.

I have had a near-death experience.

I like tattoos. I am a mother. I have a 10-year-old daughter.

I like cooking healthy food. I enjoy fruit. I like fast food, particularly Taco Bell.

I watch action movies.

I live in California.

I am 30 years old.

[Speaker 1] I saw an advertisement for a new healthy fast food alternative. I think I should tell McDonald's to make something healthy also.

[Speaker 2] I think that's a good idea. What kind of food is in your mother's cafe?

[Speaker 1] She has fruit parfaits, donuts, muffins, bagels, sandwiches, cup cakes and all sorts of things! She also has a lot of healthy alternatives including wraps and low calorie and no gluten muffins!

[Speaker 2] I love wraps! I should visit the cafe next time I'm in New York. Have you lived there your whole life?

[Speaker 1] I love wraps too! Yes, I have lived here my whole life! You should definitely come to visit and I can show you around the area! What kind of wrap would you get from my mom's shop if you came?

[Speaker 2] Maybe some type of Italian wrap. Do you ever eat wraps?

[Speaker 1] Yes I love them they're my favorite! I like turkey the best!

[Speaker 2] Oh I like turkey too. So what made you decide to get the angel tattoos?

[Speaker 1] I got the angles for my loved ones that have passed. I like to think they are looking over me and my mom! My mom makes special cupcakes and has deals when we come upon an anniversary of a loved one, that way we can share in their memory!

[Speaker 2] Oh that's so nice. I love that. Cupcakes are a guilty pleasure of mine. What's your favorite flavor?

[Speaker 1] I like the birthday cake flavor or red velvet! What is your favorite?

[Speaker 2] I like chocolate chip cookie dough flavor.

I do not have children. I have tattoos on my ankles and on my wrists. I have angel tattoos on my back to share memories of loved ones.

I live in my mother's cafe in New York.

I collect photos of local graffiti.

I have had a near-death experience.

I like healthy foods. I like turkey wraps.

I like birthday cake flavor or red velvet.

I watch action movies.

I live in California.

I am 30 years old.

I like Italian wraps. I like turkey too.

I love cupcakes. I like chocolate chip cookie dough flavor.

[Speaker 1] Have you had any cupcakes this week?

[Speaker 2] I made chocolate cupcakes with my daughter last night! They are her favorite!

[Speaker 1] That sounds like fun. I will have to try doing that with my kids at some point. They are getting to that age where they are curious as to what goes on in the kitchen.

[Speaker 2] I thought you didn't have kids? They do seem to grow quickly lol! I am thinking about having another kid soon!

[Speaker 1] I meant my nieces. They spend so much time with me at my Mother's cafe that I think of them as my own.

[Speaker 2] Aw that's so sweet! How old are they?

[Speaker 1] The youngest is 5 and the older one is 7.

[Speaker 2] That is such a fun age! I miss when my daughter was younger!

[Speaker 1] They are so precious. I can't wait until they get older and we can do more things, but I know before I blink they will be teenages.

[Speaker 2] I know right! It is exciting watching them grow into their independence though!

[Speaker 1] It is, but I guess I'm pretty young myself, and I am kind of going through the same thing, how ironic!

[Speaker 2] Yes! I bet your mother feels the same way about you! I love being a mom!

I live in my mother's cafe in New York.

I collect photos of local graffiti.

I have had a near-death experience.

I am very close with my family, especially my nieces.

I watch action movies.

I live in California.

I am 30 years old.

[Speaker 1] Does your daughter enjoy cooking?

[Speaker 2] She really enjoys baking! We are trying out different healthy baking recipes like black bean brownies.

[Speaker 1] Wow, black bean brownies sounds interesting. How did they turn out? Did they taste like a burrito?

[Speaker 2] No not at all! You can't even taste the beans!

[Speaker 1] Wow, I'll have to try it myself then. Have you tried any making an savory recipes recently?

[Speaker 2] I've been experimenting with different curries. I want to get better at cooking Indian food! How about you? What have you been cooking?

[Speaker 1] I've been trying to make some vegan recipes. I think it's fun to veganize traditionally meat-heavy foods. I love Indian food too!

[Speaker 2] I love vegan cooking! I've been trying to get my husband on board, but he's a real meat and potatoes guy.

[Speaker 1] Well, potatoes are vegan so you're already half-way there! Maybe you can have him try meat-alternatives. Some of them taste really similar to the original.

[Speaker 2] I cooked him an Impossible Burger and didn't tell him it was vegan till after - he had no idea!

[Speaker 1] See? There you go. I bet he'd be willing to try more. It's pretty easy to make vegan chicken too.

[Speaker 2] What do you use for vegan chicken? I haven't found anything I like yet.


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

A male human.
He has red hair.
He has a thin build.
He wears casual clothes.
He wears glasses.

I am on vacation. I know how to scuba dive.

I am getting a pair of new glasses. I have red hair. I like dressing casually.

I would like to visit Hawaii.

I am very skinny and my wife left me because of it.

[Speaker 1] Hello, how are you?

[Speaker 2] Hi! I am good, did you have a good day?

[Speaker 1] Yes, I'm on vacation and I got to go scuba diving. What did you do today?

[Speaker 2] I went shopping for new glasses!

[Speaker 1] I forgot my sunglasses, and I'm in hawaii. I need to buy some.

[Speaker 2] I would like hawaii but with my red hair I would burn in the sun!

[Speaker 1] Sunscreen is important. When I first visited, I forgot mine and got burnt.

[Speaker 2] That would be bad! I would fit in there with my casual clothing choices1.

[Speaker 1] Yeah, no one dresses up much here! I used to have to wear my us marines uniform.

[Speaker 2] Thank you for serving our country!.

[Speaker 1] Thank you! I was proud to serve, but it damaged my relationship with my wife.

[Speaker 2] I am sorry. My wife left me because I was too skinny.

[Speaker 1] I'm sorry to hear that. My divorce was just finalized. It's hard being single again.

[Speaker 2] Yes it is. Most people do not like my red hair either.

I would like to visit Hawaii.

[Speaker 1] Just got back from vacationing in Hawaii. It's so weird being in the house without my wife. I'm thinking of selling it and maybe getting an apartment.

[Speaker 2] Yes, divorce is hard. I don't like being on my own, but I'm getting used to it. How was Hawaii?

[Speaker 1] the weather was amazing and the views were great.  The food was great too.  They have seafood food trucks!

[Speaker 2] Fantastic! Did you do any scuba diving while you were there? I hear it's a great spot. I would love to go, but right now I can't afford it because of the divorce. Boy, those things are expensive!

[Speaker 1] Yea i went to O'ahu, the wrecks of USS YO-257 are there it was amazing seeing history.  And yea trips like this are expensive but I needed a break.

[Speaker 2] Wow! That sounds amazing. And right up your alley, military-wise. I hear you about needing a break. We're just getting started with the paperwork and there's a lot of it! I don't know if I can afford a good lawyer. Did you use one, or did you go through a mediator?

[Speaker 1] We used a mediator.  It ended up pretty amicable as she wanted out and I was not going to force her to stay so i just let it go.  I mean it sucks and it hurts but its probably for the best.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, a mediator is what we're going to use, if we can find one. There is a lot of animosity between us, though. She says she left me because I was too skinny. How weird is that?

[Speaker 1] I mean thats a pretty out there thing and it's not like you are hurting other or yourself because of it.  If she cant get past that it might be for the best.

[Speaker 2] Yeah, I think there's more to it than just me being skinny. I'm not unhealthy or anything, I'm just thin. I can't really do much about it, since it's a genetic thing. Both my parents were thin.

[Speaker 1] I dont see how thats a bad thing.  I gain weight easy and have a hard time loosing it my metabolism wants to hold everything.

[Speaker 2] I'm just the opposite. I've always been thin. I guess my metabolism is just high. I don't have a lot of muscle either. I've tried to bulk up, but I just can't.

I used to be a US Marine. My work with the Marines damaged my relationship with my wife. I am single because my divorce was recently finalized. We used a mediator.

I gain weight easy and have a hard time loosing it. My metabolism wants to hold everything.

I would love to go to Hawaii, but right now I can't afford it because of the divorce.

I don't like being on my own. We're just getting started with the divorce paperwork. She left me because I was too skinny. I'm not unhealthy. I  can't really do much about it. Both my parents were thin. I've always been thin. My metabolism is just high. I don't have a lot of muscle. I've tried to bulk up, but I can't.

[Speaker 1] So how is it going with your divorce process?

[Speaker 2] It goes about as well as one can expect. Painful emotionally, but working through. Was it hard for you?

[Speaker 1] It was much easier than expected, but that might be because we used a mediator.

[Speaker 2] That's a good idea. Maybe I'll look into that. I hate her reasoning for this whole thing

[Speaker 1] Our reasoning was the Marines. It destroyed our relationship. What is your wifes reason for the divorce if you don't mind me asking?

[Speaker 2] She thinks I'm too skinny. She finds me unattractive.

[Speaker 1] Oh that is horrible! Especially if you have looked the same since y'all first got together.

[Speaker 2] I've been back and forth. Mostly always skinny. I just can't seem to bulk up at all.

[Speaker 1] Well, you shouldn't have to change your appearance for anyone but yourself. Looks fade in the end, but a good personality lasts.

[Speaker 2] I agree wholeheartedly! I think once this is all over with I may treat myself to a trip to Hawaii.

[Speaker 1] Oh that would be awesome, and from the sounds of it you definitely deserve it!

[Speaker 2] Are you enjoying your vacation there?

I have experience with relationships and attraction.

I don't like being on my own. We're just getting started with the divorce paperwork. She left me because I was too skinny and unattractive. I'm not unhealthy. I  can't really do much about it. Both my parents were thin. I've always been thin. My metabolism is just high. I don't have a lot of muscle. I've tried to bulk up, but I can't.

I can't add any muscle.

I might travel to Hawaii.

[Speaker 1] Did you book your trip to Hawaii yet?

[Speaker 2] Have you had any luck losing the weight your body has been stubbornly holding onto?

[Speaker 1] No, I haven't. I have stabilized my weight by changing my diet. I cut out a lot of junk food. If I can get more exercise, I might make a dent in my weight.

[Speaker 2] I have not been able to book my trip yet, but I am planning to around fall or winter this year. Do you have any recommendations on where I could stay or what I should see? I am so glad to hear that your weight has stayed stable. I have been trying to bulk up before I plan my trip. I have been using a lot of protein and trying to life 5 days a week.

[Speaker 1] Oahu and Maui are good starting places for tourists. Make sure you're ready for the sun. The outdoors is great, but you need to protect your skin!

[Speaker 2] Being a red head, I am already pretty fair. I plan on using 50 spf sunblock, and an umbrella when I am there. I have heard there is really cool volcano in Hawaii. Is it on one of those islands?

[Speaker 1] Yes, they do. The temperature change can be a bit surprising, when you go from sea level to the top of the volcano on a hike. The view is great though.

[Speaker 2] I imagine it is so much more sunny and hot as you go up in elevation. Did you take a lot of pictures while you were there? I bet the scenery is unbelievable.

[Speaker 1] Yes, there are some pretty views. Bring your camera/phone. Also, be ready for some exertion. Going up the trail takes some effort. If I hiked that trail more often, I would lose the weight that I need to lose.

[Speaker 2] I think I should start working on my legs so I can trek up the trails. I have been planning on getting a new camera for the trip, so that I can take a lot of pictures

[Speaker 1] Going for walks would help you get ready for hikes. Most tourists just want to lie on the beach and sip drinks. I like to get away from the touristy places.

[Speaker 2] So do I. I enjoy seeing the beach for a day or two, but I want to experience all the exciting and new things Hawaii has to offer. It is not every day I get to go there and who knows when I might see it again.

I am in Hawaii. I burnt one time in Hawaii because I forgot sunscreen. I got  back from vacationing in Hawaii.  I went to O'ahu. I needed a break. I have climbed from sea level to the top of a volcano in Hawaii. I have hiked the volcano trail in Hawaii multiple times. I do not enjoy touristy areas in Hawaii.

I have been trying to lose weight. I have stopped eating a lot of junk food.

I can't add any muscle.

I might travel to Hawaii.

I am planning to go to Hawaii in fall or winter of this year. I don't like to spend many days in a row at the beach. I want to explore many aspect of Hawaii.

I am trying to gain weight. I have been eating a lot of protein. I lift weights 5 days a week.

I am very fair. I know how to protect myself from the sun.

I am planning to buy a new camera.

[Speaker 1] I just finished my first workout in my weight loss journey. Do you have any tips on staying consistent?

[Speaker 2] I would just make sure you eat healthy foods even if it not all the time just more regularly. I would also suggest doing little work out moves at home even if you start off by doing 5 of each move a day and just pick 3-5 that you feel you can do.

[Speaker 1] Ok thanks, that is good advice.  I am at my hotel in Hawaii and might try and hit the gym more while I am here.   How is your lifting weights going?

[Speaker 2] obviously i'm not a fitness instructor but that what i was told to do when trying to bulk up at first. Do you have any recommendations of things to do whilst in Hawaii? I'm looking to put a list of things and places to see when I go out later in the year. I would say enjoy you vacation don't worry about the gym haha. Im doing good a lifting weights five days a week i'm just seeing very slow progress, but i'm determined to bulk up so no giving up for me.

[Speaker 1] That's great-  I know that bulking up when you have a high metabolism can be really  hard.  So far in Hawaii I have gone to the North Shore in Oahu- I really like Waimea Valley there and also Koaloa Ranch on the east side.  They film a lot of movies there so that was pretty cool.

[Speaker 2] Yeah it has been much harder than I ever anticipated. Hawaii sounds incredible and those places you mentioned sound great I will add them to places i must see whilst i'm there.

[Speaker 1] Yeah there is some good surfing there. I know you struggle with burning in the sun though so lots of sunscreen!   How is the divorce going?  Everything pretty civil so far?

[Speaker 2] Yeah I am going to give surfing a go whilst there. And yes lots and lots of sunscreen for me. The divorce is pretty tough but so far it has been civil. I just don't think I will ever get over her reason for leaving me, like i feel there is more to the story but that was an easy out.

[Speaker 1] I can see feeling that way for sure. Blaming it on looks is really hard.   I just wasn't around enough for my wife.  So I know that was more on me.  Having a mediator was hard- I hope you guys don't have to get that far into the legal system and it can be over really quick.

[Speaker 2] You can't help not being there especially being a Marine. But i can understand that was hard for her. Yeah i just want mine as over as fast as possible so unless she demands something crazy I am just going to agree with her terms. I want to get my life back and go do the things i want to than have to worry about this divorce.

[Speaker 1] Absolutely.   Hopefully done quick and you can move on.  Hey, did you ever get that new camera you were talking about wanting?  Photography is super cool- I wish I knew how to take good photo.s

[Speaker 2] I haven't been able to get the camera yet, I did go by the shop the other day to browse and I defiantly found the one that I want. Yeah I always loved photography but never took it seriously but now i'm really going to try take it further and even try make some money as a side gig.


I love disney world.
My mom is a dentist.
I enjoy meeting new people.
I work for a computer company.
I am a mom.

I like to draw landscape scenery.

I enjoy walking walking in the nearby parks.

My favorite movie is the dark knight.

I work as an english teacher.

I volunteer at a homeless shelter.

I have children.
I work with computers.
I like meeting new people.
I am the daughter of a dentist.
I would like to work in Disney World.

I love going for walks at the nearby parks. I draw landscapes.

I am an English teacher.

I volunteer at the local homeless shelter.

[Speaker 1] Hi there.

[Speaker 2] Hey! How are you!?

[Speaker 1] I'm doing pretty well. The kids are finally asleep haha.

[Speaker 2] Oh gosh! Peace and quiet for you! :) I just got finished drawing :).

[Speaker 1] That sounds nice! I work in computers, so much less creative. Tell me something about you!

[Speaker 2] I love walking around in nearby parks, and then drawing the landscapes I see.

[Speaker 1] Sounds like a nice hobby! I really like to meet new people and get to know them.

[Speaker 2] I work as an english teacher though. Talk about less creative haha.

[Speaker 1] Haha well I'm the daughter of a dentist so creativity doesn't run in my family.

[Speaker 2] Hey now. You cannot tell me creating beautiful smiles isnt creative!

[Speaker 1] Haha well some day when I retire I want to work in disney world. Talk about smiles!

[Speaker 2] I volunteer at a local homeless shelter sometimes. Now that is something you should try!

I am an English teacher.

[Speaker 1] What grade do you teach? What is your favorite book to teach?

[Speaker 2] I am a middle school teacher and teach grades 5 to 8. I am trying to become tech savvy lol. Do you like working with computers?!

[Speaker 1] I love working with computers, yes. How are you trying to improve your tech knowledge?

[Speaker 2] I am taking some online classes. I was a bit apprehensive in the beginning but am quite enjoying it now! Might even sign up for a basic programming class....

[Speaker 1] Oh yeah? That's great to hear! What kind of things are they teaching you in the class? Maybe I could send my grandma!

[Speaker 2] Haha... your grandma has an in-house expert. In fact I was hoping to learn from you as well. Do you work mainly with hardware or software?

[Speaker 1] No I do not teach people, sorry! I don't have time for that and too many people want my time for free. I work with both

[Speaker 2] That’s awesome because usually people specialize in one or the other. What a broad skill set,

[Speaker 1] There is not much to know about the hardware, it's all very basic. That would be like knowing how to fix a car but not how to drive it.

[Speaker 2] I love that analogy! By the way, how old are your kids?

[Speaker 1] My kids are young adults, 18 and 20. They are off at college and enjoying life

[Speaker 2] Oh wow! That is wonderful.... I bet they love computers as well!

I work with computers. I love working with computers. I don't teach people. I am a busy person. I work with both hardware and software.

I like meeting new people.

I am the daughter of a dentist.

I would like to work in Disney World.

I have a living grandma.

I have 2 kids.

I am an English teacher. I teach grades 5 to 8. I am not good with computers.

[Speaker 1] Are your students behaving in class?

[Speaker 2] Yes, I've got no trouble makers this time. Really nice kids. One even brought me an apple!

[Speaker 1] So nice of you! My kids never seem to do that; they frown all day and are needy.

[Speaker 2] Sounds like kids you love you! I do get the benefit of having them dressed and ready to learn. All of them know more about computers than I do, too!

[Speaker 1] If I were less busy, then I wish I was on StackOverflow tutoring more people about computers.

[Speaker 2] I wish I knew more! The classroom here has a few computers we use for typing, and even that helps me while the children learn. They all love to sit and type!

[Speaker 1] I've been working with computer software for over 10 years and need new faces to meet! I can help you with your computer woes. Do you like programming, too?

[Speaker 2] The students and I both learned how to use Microsoft Word to make a webpage, but I don't understand the code. Every student was able to make a page about their hobbies, with pictures. They really enjoyed the web page class, and I did, too!

[Speaker 1] That story kind of brings me back to my carefree teenage years, first experimenting with webpages. Oh well. At least I got some of that feeling back, and was more socially connected, when I started hosting an official webpage for my grandma.

I like meeting new people.

I am the daughter of a dentist.

I would like to work in Disney World.

I have a living grandma.

I have 2 kids.

I have been working with computer software for the past decade.

I am learning about computers. I want to learn to program. I am not skilled with computers nor coding.

[Speaker 1] Are you looking forward to your summer break? Or are you teaching summer school this year?

[Speaker 2] I am looking forward to the summer break, but I am teaching a little bit to make some extra cash.

[Speaker 1] Oh really? Are you teaching through the school district or for a tutoring company or what?

[Speaker 2] I am teaching for the school district. They are looking for 5 teachers, so I said I would be willing to help out.

[Speaker 1] Nice. What grade level are you teaching? Do you have any kids you've taught before?

[Speaker 2] I am teaching 5-8th grade students in summer school. The same as I teach during the normal school year.

[Speaker 1] Cool. So how many weeks are you going to be teaching summer school? Do you have plans for after you finish?

[Speaker 2] I am teaching for 10 weeks and then I am going on vacation to Maine!

[Speaker 1] That sounds awesome. I've never been to Maine but I've heard it's really beautiful.

[Speaker 2] Yes, I have been there once. I recommend that you go to Acadia National Park, it is quite an amazing place.

[Speaker 1] I'll definitely go if I make it up there! Are you going with friends?

[Speaker 2] I am going with my family for the week. There is a 7 hour drive, but I think it will be worth the trip!

I like meeting new people.

I am the daughter of a dentist.

I would like to work in Disney World.

I have a living grandma.

I have 2 kids.

I have never been to Maine.

I will work for 10 weeks and then I am going on vacation to Maine. I have been to Acadia National Park once.

I have a family.

[Speaker 1] My grandma just told me the craziest story about Maine.

[Speaker 2] Do tell! I'd like to know what she shared with you.

[Speaker 1] She told me that she had a friend who almost died in Acadia National Park

[Speaker 2] Oh my! Please elaborate! You know I'm visiting that park in a few weeks.

[Speaker 1] That's what I remember. She had a friend who is also senior who went missing. It turns out she went on walk on a little-marked trail without telling anyone and got lost.

[Speaker 2] Yikes! I'll make sure to bring a compass, my phone, and be in a group. Was her senior friend found? Alive?

[Speaker 1] Yes, she was found after a search. She got confused and went off-trail. Always tell someone where you are going!

[Speaker 2] That must have been frightening for her. Do you and your kids like to hike?

[Speaker 1] We love it! Although we can only do it about 6 months out of the year.

[Speaker 2] That's a great bonding experience. I am not anymore able to do that with my family since they are so busy with their social networks.

[Speaker 1] That's sad to hear. When's the last time you did any hiking?

[Speaker 2] Oh, I still hike. I just do it alone now. This social networks have taken over the rest of my family. We only see each other during mealtimes and they're there physically but not really there, you know what I mean?


I like to play baseball.

I love eating seafood.

I enjoy learning new languages.

I'm currently going for a marketing degree.

I want to design ads in the future.

I have two kids.
I love horror movies.
I paint pretty well.
I have a government job.
I like to take naps.

I cannot paint. I create graphic designs for advertisements.

I am studying marketing.

I play baseball.

I am single. I do not have children.

I like naps. I like seafood.

My favorite classic horror movie is Nosferatu.

I paint pictures.

I am a government worker.

I have two sons.

[Speaker 1] Hello there! How are you doing today?

[Speaker 2] Hi, I'm doing well. Just painted a picture.

[Speaker 1] Oh wow, I can't paint at all but I love to do graphic design for advertisements.

[Speaker 2] That's cool, do you do graphic design for a living?

[Speaker 1] That is my hope but now I am studying marketing. You?

[Speaker 2] Painting is a hobby, I'm actually a government worker. Gotta pay those bills!

[Speaker 1] I understand that. My main hobby is playing baseball.

[Speaker 2] How about family? Got any kids? I have two sons.

[Speaker 1] Not yet. Enjoying the single life while I can.

[Speaker 2] Nothing wrong with that. More time for naps for sure.

[Speaker 1] Ooooh naps. Nap, seafood, baseball, repeat :) any other hobbies or talents besides painting?

[Speaker 2] I do like horror movies, I've shown the kids some of the classics.

[Speaker 1] Nosferatu is my favorite classic horror movie.

[Speaker 2] That's a good one. The boys prefer stuff like gremlins.

I am studying marketing.

I play baseball.

I am single. I do not have children.

I like naps. I like seafood.

I paint pictures.

I am a government worker.

I have two sons.

[Speaker 1] How old are your sons? Maybe I can think of some other horror movie recommendations that are age-appropriate for them.

[Speaker 2] they are 12 and 10! do you like horror movies?

[Speaker 1] I love horror movies! They are my favorite. My favorite is Nosferatu. What is your favorite?

[Speaker 2] silence of the lambs is mine. I don't know nosferatu! what's it about?

[Speaker 1] It's like the original vampire movie and the best of all time. I love how it's black and white and super dramatic. I love Silence of the Lambs. Jody Foster is one of my favorites!

[Speaker 2] ooh that sounds fun. i'll have to give it a try! is it old, i'm guessing? and yeah she's such a good actress. my kids aren't ready to see that movie though that's for sure!

[Speaker 1] Yeah it's pretty old, but definitely worth a shot! I'm not sure I'd let your kids see it.. maybe the 12 year old though.

[Speaker 2] maybe i'll have them watch it in the afternoon so they get less scared. do you ever watch scary stuff when it's still light out so you don't get weirded out?

[Speaker 1] I don't tend to get scared by scary movies so I prefer to watch them in the dark. I'm not easy to scare.. except for paintings. I think the eyes follow you and that's creepy. Do you paint people?

[Speaker 2] that makes sense to me! and I feel the same way about creepy eyes. I only ever paint scenery or landscapes for that reason!

[Speaker 1] Oh I bet they are gorgeous! What is your favorite landscape to paint?

[Speaker 2] I live near the great lakes so I love to paint them. they're so serene. I know it's not the same thing as an ocean but there's something special about it. have you ever been to the great lakes?

I am studying marketing.

I play baseball.

I am single. I do not have children.

I like naps. I like seafood.

I can suggest an age appropriate horror movie for others. My favorite horror movie is Nosferatu. I like classic black and white vampire movies. I enjoy Jodi Foster also!.

I don't see a problem letting a preteen watch a scary movie.

I am afraid of eyes in paintings because it seems as though they are following me.

I paint pictures.

I am a government worker.

I like watching horror movies. I am showing my children some of the classic horror movies. I have shown my boys Gremlins. I have seen Silence of the Lambs. I am not going to let my children watch anything scary yet.

I have two sons who are ages 12 and 10.

I prefer scenic cityscapes when I paint.

I live close to the Great Lakes.

[Speaker 1] I found out that my 12 year old son has been sneaking and watching scary movies for about a year now without me knowing!

[Speaker 2] My boys can be so sneaky too! What are you planning on doing about it?

[Speaker 1] Well, since he's already been sneaking it for a year and hasn't seemed to have nay nightmares from it I guess it's time to tell him he can quit being sneaky.

[Speaker 2] You're a very kind parent! When I was 9 or 10 I walked in on my parents watching some scary movie and it terrified me for years! That's part of the reason why I'm so hesitant to let me boys see anything too scary.

[Speaker 1] Understandable! I didn't want him watching it this young either, but since he already has been I guess now we can watch them together!

[Speaker 2] I know my oldest has expressed interest in seeing more horror movies, maybe I should propose we watch something together! How old is your son?

[Speaker 1] My son is 12, and that sounds like a great idea. Have you painted anything new lately?

[Speaker 2] I haven't had as much time lately because of my work but I do have one that's in progress! It's of a small pond that's near my house. It's something new for me but I'm enjoying it!

[Speaker 1] I would love to see it when you finish! I think it's great you're going out of your comfort zone to paint new things.

[Speaker 2] I would be more than happy to show it to you! I'm glad I tried something new too, I always feel less confident painting natural scenes but I think this one is shaping up to be one of my favorite pieces!

[Speaker 1] That's wonderful to hear! I can not wait to see it.

[Speaker 2] I just wish I had more time to work on it. Have you ever thought about trying to paint?

I am studying marketing.

I play baseball.

I am single. I do not have children.

I like naps. I like seafood.

I paint pictures.

I am a government worker.

I have two sons who are ages 12 and 10.

I live close to the Great Lakes.

I was afraid of scary movies. I am hesitant to allow my boys to watch scary movies. I might watch horror movies with my oldest son.

I am painting a small pond near my house. I am busy with work.

[Speaker 1] Did you finish your painting?

[Speaker 2] Not yet but this would be one of the best cityscapes i ever painted.

[Speaker 1] What city is it of?

[Speaker 2] It is place in Daytona. i once saw it from my balcony the view was wonderful  but it is really hard to put in on the canvas, I'm sure though i will find the right colors and feel to it.

[Speaker 1] That sounds beutiful! I am just glad its not a portrait becuse I have a fear of the eyes in paintings, it always seems like they are following me! HaHa. I can't paint but I have created some beautiful graphic designs with cityscapes

[Speaker 2] I remember LOL. I like the color i find in scenic things. Which design are you working on right now?

[Speaker 1] I am working for an advertising company right now while I work on my markieting degree.Have you ever painted the Great Lakes?

[Speaker 2] That's great. I want to but I'm not sure where to start with that. have you seen Great Lakes at night i don't know why i find it so scary.

[Speaker 1] Scary huh? I bet they would be beutiful.I go to Lake Champlain quite a lot in the summer with my family

[Speaker 2] that's cool but for me i guess it is not same anymore. You never told me why Nosferatu is your favorite?

[Speaker 1] I just love a classic I guess. What about you what movies do you watch with your children?

[Speaker 2] They're enjoying horror movies that way i never thought they would. We might do The Conjuring and Annabelle marathon on the weekend.

I play baseball.

I am single. I do not have children.

I like naps. I like seafood.

I work for an advertising company. I am getting a marketing degree.

I go to Lake Champlain a lot. I have family I am in touch with. I like Nosferatu.

I paint pictures.

I am a government worker.

I have two sons who are ages 12 and 10.

I live close to the Great Lakes.

I have been to Daytona. I am scared of the Great Lakes at night.

[Speaker 1] I just finished a horror movie, do you want me to send a link of it?

[Speaker 2] That would be great! I hope it is age appropriate so my sons may be able to watch. I loved Jodi Foster in Silence of the Lambs - and I know you probably did too- but something a little less graphic.

[Speaker 1] This one is more suspense than horror I guess. Was a little scary but not bloody and gory and age appropriate for a 12 year old. I wouldn't recommend an inappropriate movie for you and your kids.

[Speaker 2] I don't know- you sometimes have a little strange sense of humor. I have not seen Nosferatu. It looks like it is one of the oldest horror movies. Would you recommend that one?

[Speaker 1] I think it's a good monster movie to start kids off with. The old black and whites aren't graphic or anything. I do have a weird sense of humor. Maybe Frankenstein would be good introduction. I am sure kids know who he is.

[Speaker 2] Yeah I love old monster movies. Growing up they always had on Saturdays "Creature Feature". I used to watch with my gramma. So I would like to show you my next painting when I am done. I promise it won't have any eyes staring at you- lol- would you give me your honest advice?.

[Speaker 1] I still go to the local drive in for monster movie nights!! I would love to see your painting. Are you going to sell it?

[Speaker 2] Nah- I am always going to sell the but then I find a spot for them in my house. Maybe someday but I am too afraid they won't sell because people don't like them.  SInce moving here I found out that there are 2 drive-in movies within driving distance. I think I will take my kids because they've never been before. Doue your drive=in show really old movies or newer ones? I think the ones near me show more recent. I wish they were old classics.

[Speaker 1] Maybe you could just post them online and see what people think first. I'll give y my honest opinion too. My drive in shows new releases all weekend long and all through the month of October they show only classic horror movies!

[Speaker 2] Yeah I should at least try and post them online. If they do sell maybe I can switch careers because I would much rather paint all day then working for the govt. That is cool how they show classics especially in October. Fall is the perfect time wo watch an old classis horror movie. Maybe we can get together and go. I know you don't have kids yet but maybe after spending a night with mine it will change your mind- OR- maybe it will make you NEVER want kids- lol

[Speaker 1] You should and just get some honest feedback on them. I love my drive in. We should go in October and watch some classics here. I have a 12 year old son who loves the classics. hasn't watched any new horror movies but we enjoy the classics.

[Speaker 2] haha- when did you have a son? You never told me. I have 2 sons- a 12 year old and a 10 year old. What have you been hiding from me- lolol