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[ { "content": "Write a bullet-point outline for a blog post about home insurance. It should include the subheading \"What is home insurance?\" \"What does home insurance cover\" and \"Where to get home insurance? The target customer is a homeowner. Help me think of a Title also.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "All About Home Insurance\n\n - Introduction\n - Overview of the importance of home insurance\n - What to expect in this blog post\n - What is Home Insurance?\n - Definition and explanation\n - What Does Home Insurance Cover?\n - Personal belongings\n - Building structure\n - Optional add-ons\n - Where to get home insurance\n - Ask your insurance agent\n - Get a quote today\n - Conclusion", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an email thanking Shanis, the member of your company who previously handled payroll, for her consistency and helpfulness in onboarding. In the same email, welcome her replacement, Katie, and express optimism about her future in the company. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hello,\n\nIt's a shame to hear you'll be leaving, Shanis. You were a great help with onboarding, and you always got payments through on time. I'm sure that you've got a bright future ahead of you, though, and that you'll go far in your new position. \n\nTo Katie,\nI've heard good things about you and your experience in similar roles before. It's always jarring to settle in with a new company, but we'll all do our best to help you transition and get settled in with the family. I see us all doing good work together. \n\nKind regards,\n[My name]", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "write a story about a sad trumpet named after a jazz musician. make it have a happy ending. make it 2 paragraphs. kinda like a children's story.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There was a sad trumpet named Wynton. He had always been a quiet trumpet, shy, and never really made a sound. While the fellow trumpets in the band blasted away with confidence, Wynton remained silent. This made him feel sad and isolated, as the other trumpets didn't seem to want him around. Wynton didn't understand why he couldn't make sounds like the others. He hadn't fallen, and he wasn't missing any parts.\n\nOne day, Wynton decided to travel out into another trumpet quartet's practice to see if there were others like him. He met a trumpet who blared a happy tune. They all bounced notes off of each other smoothly. Wynton was amazed and inspired by the new band's sounds and started to feel a spark. After a few attempts, he let out a melodic arpeggio. \"Doot doot da doodle doot doo doo.\" The other trumpets congratulated him on his newfound ability. Wynton felt happier than he ever had before. From then on, Wynton blasted out new notes with pride and jammed with his new trumpet friends for hours. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I have an list of numbers in a variable named x. Can you show me how to count the elements in the array, by printing out each element followed by a colon followed by a count? Like 4: 10 if 4 appears 10 times. I'm a Python programmer.\n\nAll I want is the code. You can use an example with x = [3, 5, 3, 3, 5, 1]\n", "role": "user" }, { "content": "from collections import Counter\n \nx = [3, 5, 3, 3, 5, 1]\n \ncounts = Counter(x)\n \nfor n in counts.keys():\n print(\"%d: %d\" % (n, counts[n]))", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What is the Haiku, and where did it originate?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Haiku is a form of poetry that originated in Japan. It is typically characterized by a three-line verse structure with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern. However, in English adaptations, this syllable count isn't always strictly adhered to. Haikus traditionally focus on nature, incorporating a seasonal reference, and emphasize simplicity, intensity, and directness of expression. They often contrast two sensory experiences or images in a way that invites thought and emotion.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I need some product names. These are nail polishes in various colors of pink and red. I have 15 that need names that sound kind of sexy and alluring. Alliteration is fine but they don’t always have to be alliterative. Please keep the product name to two and three words each. Please number each.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1.\tMad About You\n2.\tCandy Cane Kisses\n3.\tSweet Cotton Candy\n4.\tFoxy Fire Red\n5.\tRavishing Rouge\n6.\tTitillating Taffy Pink\n7.\tCherry Blossom Seduction\n8.\tFuscia Romance\n9.\tPinkest Blush\n10. Hot Pink Kink\n11. Splash of Crimson\n12. Playful Pink Paradise\n13. Ferrari Fantasy\n14. Fields of Scarlet\n15. Risqué Ruby", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "which of these songs are titled in english and which are titled in italian?\n\nNo.\tTitle\tLength\n1.\t\"Zitti e buoni\"\t3:14\n2.\t\"Lividi sui gomiti\"\t2:45\n3.\t\"I Wanna Be Your Slave\"\t2:53\n4.\t\"In nome del padre\"\t3:39\n5.\t\"For Your Love\"\t3:50\n6.\t\"La paura del buio\"\t3:29\n7.\t\"Vent'anni\"\t4:13\nTotal length:", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Italian\n2. Italian\n3. English\n4. Italian\n5. English\n6. Italian\n7. Italian", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about an apple that fell really far from the tree that starts with “this was it.” Include a ten year time jump and keep the story under 300 words. Let the apple be afraid at first, but make sure the story ends on a positive note.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "This was it. In just a few moments, the apple was finally going to fall. All it had ever known was this inevitable moment would come. Such a change seemed scary for the apple but, luckily, it had always heard it would not fall very far from the tree. Whether the apple was ready or not, it could feel the fall starting.\n\nThe apple was large and full, and heavier than the limb could bare to hold anymore. One moment the apple’s stem was securely attached, and the next moment the connection began to fray until only a single fibrous strand remained joining the fruit to the tree. Before the apple could even brace itself for a fall, the strand snapped and the apple hurtled toward the ground below.\n\nThe fall was only ten feet or so but, while quite a long drop for an apple, seemed to be over with in a flash. Expecting a heavy impact, the apple was surprised by how gently the blades of grass caught it. Instead of remaining in what the apple thought might be its resting place, it began to roll. No one mentioned to the apple this might happen. Down the hill went the apple. Passing large boulders and skipping across streams, the apple continued rolling. The apple could no longer see the trees it knew and realized it was going to have to start a new life all on its own.\n\nTen years later, in the space where the apple had landed stood a strong and sturdy apple tree—the first in the area. On its limbs, many apples have come and gone and, in the valley around the tree, seedlings are sprouting all around it.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How much has the City of Los Angeles spent fighting dust pollution from Owens Lake?\n\nOnce a lake bed is exposed, winds kick up ferocious dust storms. Those windblown sediments contribute to air pollution and can contribute to asthma, lung cancer and cardiopulmonary disease, among other health issues. Owens Lake has been among the largest sources of dust pollution in the nation. The City of Los Angeles has spent more than $2.5 billion mitigating the dust through projects at the lake bed such as shallow flooding, seeding and planting vegetation, spreading gravel or tilling the ground.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The City of Los Angeles has spent more than $2.5 billion fighting dust pollution from Owens Lake.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Classify this Tweet as Toxic or Not Toxic:\n\"I can't believe people are still defending racism and hate speech. It's time to stand up for what's right.\"", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Not Toxic\nThe tweet expresses frustration towards racism and hate speech. It does not contain harmful language and instead encourages people to stand up against hateful ideologies.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an acrostic poem using the word “acrostic”", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Acrobats swinging from rope to rope \nCrossing the stage like birds \nRomantic doesn’t begin to describe\nOh, such daring feats performed \nSomeday I’ll do the same, I hope\nTake my chances soaring up above\nI’d fly through the air with such grace \nCares and worries slipping away \n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short essay about being a fan of the Tampa Bay Rays, from the perspective of a fan. Make sure to emphasize how heartbreaking it can be. You, as the character of the fan, feel that you're long-suffering. Make it two paragraphs", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The Tampa Bay Rays are a baseball team that's built on pain and seems to thrive on failure. I should know; I've rooted for them my entire life. I remember when they came into the league. They were originally called the Devil Rays. They were absolutely awful back then. They were the laughingstock of baseball. Their roster was full of has-beens and never will be's, and occasionally a future Hall of Famer looking for a final paycheck. They were notably bad, even for a young franchise.\n\nEventually, even our mascot became reviled, with some folks saying that the Devil himself was cursing our franchise. As a result, they rebranded to simply be the Tampa Bay Rays, trying to invoke the image of a sunbeam. They improved, against all odds. They never made the playoffs from 1998-2007 and then made the playoffs seven times from 2008-2021. They even made the World Series twice. But of course, they lost. Because that's what the Rays do. They give you just enough hope, only to break your heart again. Some folks will say that's just baseball. But it doesn't make it any less unfair for the rest of us. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm an American going to France for the first time, and I know a little French I learned in school, but I'm afraid to speak it because I've heard that if you don't speak it perfectly, that people won't want to talk to you or help you with directions or information you might need. At the same time, I watched \"Emily in Paris\" and they weren't very happy about her not even trying to speak English... so what do I do?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Au contraire, mon ami - any little bit of French you might speak will be very appreciated! Never mind poor Emily - she is far from a realistic character, and as for the French people in the series, their French cultural traits are somewhat exaggerated. As for Paris, think of it the same way as you would any large city - New York, for example. People are in a hurry, living their lives, rushing from work to appointments to pick up their children from school, etc., and they may not have a lot of time to talk to you.\n\nAnd if you have a sense of humor and don't take yourself too seriously, the whole country will teach you French. Allow people to correct you, and don't worry if they don't act extremely enthusiastic about your presence - French people can be more reserved in the North. If you go down South, you may find people somewhat more gregarious. If you want to blend in a bit, dress somewhat conservatively and wear comfortable shoes. If you end up not liking the clothes or shoes you are wearing, you can always do a little shopping, American Express is an international language. ;) Bon voyage!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What breed of dog is best for avoiding allergy problems?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Because of their coat types, the Labradoodles and bichon frise are great recommendations for a pet dog to keep inside without disrupting allergies and are fairly common. One could also consider a hairless breed such as the Xloloitzcuintli or the American Hairless Terrier. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Come up with fun games at a child’s birthday party.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Great! I can develop some games kids would love to play!\n\n- Musical Chairs - Children love this classic game! Pick a song of your choice and set up one less chair than there are kids at the party. Participants walk around the chairs as the music plays. When the music stops, grab a chair! The person standing is out, and one chair is removed. Then keep repeating the process until there's only one chair left.\n- Pin the Tail on the Donkey - Another popular game in which you hang up a picture of a donkey without a tail. Have one person blindfolded and holding a “tail” to pin in the correct spot! Make this even more fun by drawing the donkey.\n- Sack Race - This game only needs burlap sacks or large pillowcases. Participants stand inside the sack and hop to the finish line.\n- Treasure Hunt or Scavenger Hunt - Make it simple or complex! Hide candy, toys, or other gadgets around the space and optionally reveal clues about their location. Whoever has the most items by the end is the winner.\n- Egg Spoon Race - Give everyone an egg and a spoon. Have them place the egg on the spoon and then let them race to the finish line without dropping the egg.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Come up with a fictional account about a female housecat who stepped into a time machine and found herself in a 1970s shopping mall, armed only with a charge card. Include a bulleted list of 5 stores she visited and add an item she bought at each store, using the format of {department store} - {item}.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Tabitha was a 5-year-old black housecat who was left alone all day by her family. She quickly grew bored with scratching up all of the furniture and taking naps on top of the bookcase, so she stood in the hallway, flicked at her whiskers, and said, \"What can I do that I've never done before?\"\n\nTabitha then noticed that the laundry chute had been left open. With one leap, she jumped into it and slid down into the hamper in the basement. A big black box with an open door stood in the middle of the basement, equipped with flashing lights and a lit-up floor with a series of numbers. She knew that the box had been created by the scientist husband of the family, so she confidently jumped from the hamper and landed on the box's floor. Her four paws landed one after the other on the following numbers: \"1,\" \"9,\" \"7,\" and \"8.\" A sudden flash of light occurred, and Tabitha found herself in some strange building with two floors and a bunch of stores.\n\nA credit card appeared on the floor in front of her that had the word \"master\" on it. She figured that it was from her master, so it should be okay to use it. Putting it between her teeth, she jokingly said, \"Fangs a lot, master!\" She then sprinted forward and yelled, \"Charge!\" Here are five stores she visited, along with an item she \"purchased\" at each store:\n\n( ● ) Filene's - A bottle of \"Cat Got Your Tongue\" perfume\n( ● ) Camelot Music - a copy of Al Stewart's \"Year Of The Cat\" LP\n( ● ) B. Dalton Bookseller - a copy of the book \"Christmas Ideas For Cats\" from Santa Paws\n( ● ) F.W. Woolworth - a large plate of tuna casserole from the lunch counter\n( ● ) Sear's - a family cat condo with a separate bathroom for Tabitha\n\nIt quickly got \"discovered\" that the card account was fake. Before the local pound could snag her up in their net, another flash of light suddenly occurred. Tabitha found herself back at her house, standing in front of her master, who said \"Chute! I left the laundry access open!\" Unfortunately, Tabitha's purchases were not \"past\" over to the present, but at least she didn't have a boring day!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'd like you to write a short story where Superman and Batman argue about the best pizza topping when, in the end, they are called away before finishing.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Superman and Batman were enjoying a nice day off from the Justice League. Strolling around the complex together they started talking about some of their favorite foods.\n\n\"Let me tell you, Superman, nothing beats a New York-style pizza with cheese, pepperoni, and sausage. Just the right amount of toppings where you can taste them and still fold up the slice,\" Batman said to his pal.\n\nSuperman stopped in his tracks. \"Surely you jest, Bruce. That is the most basic pizza I've ever heard of, and there isn't even a single veggie on it.\"\n\n\"Yeah, no veggies; that's why it's so good. What do you put on yours?\"\n\n\"Well, I like broccoli.\"\n\nBatman blinked a few times in quick succession. \"Broccoli, you're kidding, right?\"\n\n\"Well not just broccoli, I also like it with some onions and a white sauce.\"\n\n\"White sauce on a pizza, you're one of those guys, huh?\"\n\n\"It's delicious! Trust me. There's something about how it just melds together with the crispy crust. That's another thing; it has to be crispy. Not one of those floppy New York pizzas.\"\n\n\"I don't even know what to say to that. You can't even fold your pizza?\"\n\n\"No, of course not; who wants to fold their pizza? I like a nice cracker-style crust that crunches when you bite into it\"\n\n\"Superman, my friend, that is not pizza. I don't know what that is, but it isn't pizza.\"\n\n\"How about this, let's fly out of here to your favorite spot and you grab two slices in your style. Then we'll fly to mine, and you give the broccoli a chance.\"\n\nBatman put his hand to his chin and pondered the request. But before he could reply, an alarm sounded in the halls. Superman, noticing Batman's flummoxed expression, gave him a nod and then they both ran down the corridor to the security room.\n\nReaching the bank of computers and monitors, they could see a new report of an explosion in Mumbai of a potentially alien origin.\n\nSuperman looked at Batman and said, \"Well, there's no pizza in Mumbai but you better believe we're getting a slice when we're done.\"\n\n\"You got it,\" Batman replied, \"Let's suit up and save the day.\"\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Describe a contest between two girls that are trying to win ownership over a dog.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The day was clear and bright. They should have met at dawn because Hannah said that was the correct time for duels, but Bella refused to get up so early. The duel was, therefore, set for nine o'clock. Neither Hannah nor Lizzie slept that night, but each was quietly sure she would win. Hannah had been practicing calling Vanilla to her for weeks, and Vanilla was pretty good at it now. She knew that when Lizzie had had the puppy, it was too young to train - Vanilla couldn't possibly go to Lizzie. But Vanilla could sometimes be naughty. Could she be sure? \n\nAt the corner shop, Hannah bought a pouch of aniseed balls and put them in her pocket where the smell would surely be carried on her hands: dogs were supposed to find aniseed irresistible. 'I did want some anyway,' Hannah told herself. But it wasn't true - she would never have bought aniseed balls for herself. Hannah was really cheating. \n\nLizzie wished she hadn't agreed to a duel, but she couldn't get out of it now. She let Hannah take Fudge - her name for the puppy - home that night because she reckoned that Fudge would rush to greet her and not go to Hannah. But she had no qualms about putting a piece of raw steak in her pocket. It felt horrible, and she knew she would get into trouble with Bella over it. Well, too bad; this was an emergency. \n\nHannah had written out the rules carefully on a bit of paper. She read them out in her thin, clear voice. One or two people stopped to watch, but when some children ran into the dueling area, Bella shoed them away. The two girls would stand forty paces apart, with Bella in the middle holding the puppy. Then, when they were ready, Bella would give the signal and let go. Neither Lizzie nor Hannah was allowed to move, but they would each call the puppy's name. Whichever of them she ran to would be the winner and the puppy's owner. Bella was the judge, and her decision was final. \n\n'Twenty paces, then,' said Hannah. They counted out the steps and turned to face each other. Bella looked at both the girls to check they were ready. First one, and then the other nodded. 'Now!' Bella said and let go.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a man walking down a road. Give it a mysterious ending.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Nigel set off at a fair trot. He'd put on his favorite loafers and his lovely brown cardigan. It was a cool day, but that didn't faze him at all. The wind danced over his bald head, and tussled his limp and greasy hair.\n\nNigel was in a fantastic mood today. He felt truly alive for the first time in 40 years. As an accountant, there wasn't a huge amount of variation or interest in his work. Numbers came in, and these days robots did all the work. Never mind, Nigel kept walking. \n\nHe recalled better times when his hair had been thicker and his belly tighter. He was the master of the calculator, a colossal computer that sang machine rhythm for him and him alone. \n\nIn a way, Nigel reflected, he had been the architect of his own downfall. He made a machine that made him redundant. It doesn't even make him rich. But that's Luddite nonsense. If you're a plow maker, making a plow-making machine doesn't make you redundant, it makes your job more ... future-y. \n\nThe road bent and he could see the long straight of the beach up ahead. Long straight gravel road. Long straight horizon. He smelled the salty sea air. \n\nHe managed to get to the little place after Marg passed. She had never wanted to live at the beach, and that was fair. It is inconvenient to be so far from the semblance of civilization, but there it was. The sea. \n\nThe sea called to Nigel. When he was young, it had called him away to America. When he was finished getting his fancy degrees, it called him home. Now the sea called to him again, so Nigel kept walking. \n\nThe crunch of gravel gave way to the soft pushing of buffalo grass, then the squish-crunch of sand. The bay embraced him in a grey arc, bounded on both ends by tall, withering cliffs. \n\nNigel walked a little further and felt his loafers dampen with the salt water. Soon he felt his knees and skin prickle with the lapping water. Then his cardigan got wet. Then his grizzled chin and his lank hair became the playthings of the sea. \n\nNigel kept walking. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write three verses in the format of the children's song, \"Twinkle, twinkle, little star\", that incorporate the basics of modern understanding of the stars. The audience for your verses should be six- to ten-year-old children.\nEach verse should have three rhyming couplets. The first and last couplet of each verse should be:\n\"Twinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\"\nThe middle couplet (lines three and four of each verse) should have the modern information, maintaining the style of the original song.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Twinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\nA giant ball of glowing gas,\nfar away superhot mass.\nTwinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\n\nTwinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\nAnother thing that you could be,\na billion stars -- a galaxy!\nTwinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\n\nTwinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.\nPerhaps you're not so far away,\na planet: Venus, Mars, let's say.\nTwinkle, twinkle, little star,\nI think I know what you are.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a story about a 10 year old girl who saves the US from a natural disaster because she's a genius and built a machine to stop a hurricane. The moral of the story is even the smallest person can make a big difference in the world. Keep it under 400 words, make it simple to read for 10 year olds. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Once upon a time, there was a 10-year-old girl named Alice who was a genius. She was so smart that she could do math problems in her head, and she could read and write at a college level. Alice loved to learn new things, and she was always asking questions.\n\nOne day, Alice was watching the news when she saw a report about a huge natural disaster that was about to hit the United States. The disaster was a massive hurricane, and it was expected to cause widespread damage and destruction. Alice was scared, but she knew that she had to do something to help.\n\nAlice went to her room and started working on a plan. She knew that the hurricane was going to be very powerful, so she needed to come up with a way to protect people. Alice worked for hours, and finally, she came up with an idea.\n\nAlice went to the government and told them her plan. The government was skeptical at first, but they eventually agreed to give Alice a chance. Alice worked with scientists and engineers to build a giant machine that would protect the United States from the hurricane.\n\nThe day of the hurricane arrived, and Alice's machine was ready. The hurricane hit with full force, but Alice's machine worked perfectly. The hurricane was stopped, and the United States was saved.\n\nAlice was a hero. She had saved the country from a devastating natural disaster. Alice was celebrated by everyone, and she was given a medal by the president. Alice was proud of what she had done, and she knew that she would continue to use her intelligence to help others.\n\nAlice's story is a reminder that even the smallest person can make a big difference. Alice was just a 10-year-old girl, but she was able to save the United States from a natural disaster. Alice's story is an inspiration to us all, and it shows us that anything is possible if we set our minds to it.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm making a text adventure. My character is blocked by a chasm. How might they get across? Explain why they might not be successful.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Below are some options the player could choose in your text adventure:\n\n1. Make a rope from a vine and swing across, Tarzan style: The player could command the character to make a rope from a vine and swing across. This would not be viable if there are no vines, or if the vines are not strong enough to support the weight of the character. \n2. Make a running jump: The most straightforward option, the character could run as fast as possible and attempt to leap across the chasm. However, they may not be able to clear the gap, falling down the chasm to their peril. They could also simply trip some distance before the chasm. This may be useful if you do not wish to incur a \"game over\" screen for this rash decision by the player.\n3. Lay a log across the chasm: The player could command the character to look for a suitably long log to balance across the chasm. Alternatively, they could attempt to chop down a tree over the chasm. This would not work if the tree was of insignificant length to cover the gap or if the character was not strong enough to lift up and drop a sufficiently long log. \n4. Look for a way around: The player could command the character to simply walk along the chasm until they find a way across. This could fail if there is no way across, or if the path across is visible but not accessible. This could be due to a number of reasons, such as a rapidly moving river or a significant elevation difference. \n5. Acquire a vehicle: The player could command the character to look for a vehicle. This would not be a successful solution if they failed to find a vehicle capable of crossing the chasm or if the vehicle that they found was not in working order. However, a wrecked vehicle could serve as a useful clue or source of materials for the actual solution to this puzzle.\n\nCan I assist you in any other way with your text adventure? ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a tl:dr review of this book review in the voice of a Gen X mom talking to her Gen Z daughter: \n\nTitle: The Knockoff\nAuthor: Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza\nISBN: 9780385539586\nNo. of Pages: 352\nGenre: Contemporary Fiction\nOrigins: Doubleday\nRelease Date: 19 May 2015\n\nSynopsis:\n\n “An outrageously stylish, wickedly funny novel of fashion in the digital age, The Knockoff is the story of Imogen Tate, editor in chief of Glossy magazine, who finds her twentysomething former assistant Eve Morton plotting to knock Imogen off her pedestal, take over her job, and reduce the magazine, famous for its lavish 768-page September issue, into an app.\n\n When Imogen returns to work at Glossy after six months away, she can barely recognize her own magazine. Eve, fresh out of Harvard Business School, has fired “the gray hairs,” put the managing editor in a supply closet, stopped using the landlines, and hired a bevy of manicured and questionably attired underlings who text and tweet their way through meetings. Imogen, darling of the fashion world, may have Alexander Wang and Diane von Furstenberg on speed dial, but she can’t tell Facebook from Foursquare and once got her iPhone stuck in Japanese for two days. Under Eve’s reign, Glossy is rapidly becoming a digital sweatshop—hackathons rage all night, girls who sleep get fired, and “fun” means mandatory, company-wide coordinated dances to Beyoncé. Wildly out of her depth, Imogen faces a choice—pack up her Smythson notebooks and quit, or channel her inner geek and take on Eve to save both the magazine and her career. A glittering, uproarious, sharply drawn story filled with thinly veiled fashion personalities, The Knockoff is an insider’s look at the ever-changing world of fashion and a fabulous romp for our Internet-addicted age.”\n\nTo say that the two clash is an understatement. Imogen struggles to learn the new rules of doing business to capitalize on the available technology, while Eve just wants Imogen out of the way. The dynamic between the two is fraught with tension and frustration and achingly realistic. Talk to anyone in management above a certain age, and they will all have stories similar to Imogen’s. Then again, talk to anyone Eve’s age and her frustrations are their frustrations. The Knockoff captures the individual sides perfectly.\n\nThere is a lot to love in The Knockoff. Think of it as The Devil Wears Prada for the next generation. However, to expect the same story as Prada would be to seriously underestimate the twists and turns The Knockoff has in store for readers. Anyone who has ever been frustrated at work due to a genuine clash in personality and expectations should read The Knockoff. In fact, it would make a fantastic book club option, as it is quick, light, and humorous, and yet presents multiple situations and characters that are open to interpretation.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "No worries, dear!\n The Knockoff made me laugh, and I think you'll get a kick out of it for very different reasons. Authors Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza describe the clash between a Gen X fashion magazine executive back from a six-month leave who discovers that her publication, Glossy, has been turned into an app. The main character, Imogen Tate, is cool and friends with everybody in the fashion world; whereas the 20-something leading the app project - Harvard MB Eve, Imogen's former assistant!- makes her young team of employees works all night and participate in stupid dances, before viciously firing them for trivial reasons. Imogen doesn't have the slightest clue about tech or apps (she's more of a Smythson notebook kind of person) but realizes that she has to learn a few things quickly before Eve destroys everything she has worked to build. No spoilers, but think of it as a sort of updated The Devil Wears Prada. It will make you laugh and might remind you of a few people you know.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short list of exercises that are good for building back muscles. You can use bullet points.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "- Pull Ups\n- Push Ups\n- Lateral Pull Downs\n- Seated Rows\n- One Arm Rows\n- Deadlifts\n- Cable Rows\n- Face Pulls", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite this tweet to be kind and polite in its dissent.\n\nYou’re literally a useful idiot to cover for fascists that push through policies that kill people", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I disagree with your point of view and believe that you are, perhaps unknowingly, supporting people and policies that may kill people. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Where can I go in Minneapolis to see art about different cultures? I'd also like to see modern art.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Museum of Russian Art: Learn about Russian culture through historical photographs, paintings, and prints, from the Muscovite and Russian Empires to the former Soviet Union to modern post-Soviet Russia.\n2. Weisman Art Museum: Stop here to view modern art and look over the Mississippi River.\n3. Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery: Learn about African American history and life in Minnesota.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a young owl finding its way through the forest. Make it simple enough for a 1st or 2nd grade student to read.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There once was a little owl named Gertrude who enjoyed exploring the forest where she lived. One day, Gertie, as her friends called her, ventured out farther than she had ever been before, far past the old cabin where the old woman lived, far past the berry bushes where the squirrels liked to eat, and past the babbling brook where the bears liked to catch fish. She went out far past the pines toward the edge of the forest where it met the neighboring town. It was late at night and cars were buzzing about the highway. Lights were flickering, but they were very much unlike the lightning bugs and stars Gertie was used to seeing. \n\nShe wasn't used to all the noise and commotion going on around her. Unsure of where she was, she decided to turn back and head home. So she had to fly past the pines again, stopping to pick up a few pine cones to collect for home. She stopped to listen to the sound of the babbling brook and munched on a few ripe raspberries at the berry bushes. She stayed a while to talk to her squirrel friends before heading off to fly past the old cabin and finally make her way back home, where she told her friends about all the new wonders she experienced outside the forest. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Which land animal can hold its breath underwater the longest?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The land animal capable of holding its breath the longest is the Weddell Seal, which can hold its breath for an hour at a time. The Cuvier's Beaked Whale and Sperm Whale can hold their breath longer but are sea-dwelling mammals.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite the text with more descriptive information about Rasputin. Make it more of an attention-grabbing lead in about who he was.\n\nFor almost the entirety of Russia’s 370 years of tsarist rule, the country was sparsely populated and yielded virtually no industrial output. Serfdom was only abolished in 1861. And near the end of the empire, revolutionary ferment could be felt in the streets all over the country. Enter Grigori Rasputin, who was born into this turbulent world in 1869.\n\nThough Rasputin was the son of rural peasants, he would ultimately rise near the top of court society. Transforming himself into a renegade monk and mystic, he used his mysterious charm and supposedly mesmerizing eyes to become one of the most important and infamous men in the country — and wield a surprising amount of control over the royal family.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A baby boy, born to poor rural peasants in 1869, would eventually become an important part of the Russian monarchy. He did this by using his charm, his knowledge of mysticism, and his supposedly captivating eyes. This renegade monk came along at a time when the country was ripe for revolution. \n\nThis man who came from poverty was able to rise to the top echelons of society by mesmerizing the royal family. His name was Grigori Rasputin. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What is the International Atomic Time (TAI), and how does it differ from Coordinated Universal Time?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "International Atomic Time is a high-precision time standard based on the measurements of more than 300 atomic clocks located in more than 60 metrology institutes and observatories around the world. These atomic clocks use the vibrations of atoms to keep time with extreme accuracy, thereby providing a much more consistent measure of time than methods based on the rotation of our planet or its revolution around the sun.\n\nCoordinated Universal Time is the time standard used in aviation, computing, navigation, weather forecasting, and many other fields. Unlike TAI, which is purely atomic in nature, UTC is closely aligned with mean solar time (a modern replacement for Greenwich Mean Time) and accounts for variations in Earth's rotational speed by occasionally introducing \"leap seconds\". While TAI ticks away uniformly, the Earth's rotation gradually slows down over time. This means that UTC, which is pegged to the Earth's rotation, occasionally falls out of sync with TAI. To correct this, a \"leap second\" is added to UTC approximately every 18 months, although the exact timing is determined by the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS). ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I can get a $500 rebate from the water utility for replacing my lawn with something else. What are some options for ground cover that save water and look good?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There are many turf replacements that save water and look good. Here are three options:\n\n1. Sedum “Angelina.” This plant has blue-green leaves and yellow flowers. \n\n2. Cistus \"Little Miss Sunshine.\" This Cistus has white flowers that will attract butterflies to your garden. \n\n3. Ceanothus \"Yankee Point.\" This cultivar of the California lilac has baby blue flowers. \n\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Hello, I’m looking for a little creativity. Please write a story outline (in bullet format) for a kid’s entry-level novella. I’m looking for a story in which the main character is a child named Stella who discovers she can bring her toys to life when nobody is looking. Try to build in a lesson about respecting everyone if possible.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "-\tStella is playing with her doll and toy triceratops one day. After her mom leaves the room, she says “I wish you were really alive.” Both toys magically come to life and speak to her.\n-\tStella experiments for several days, bringing toys to life whenever she’s alone. Her Lego construction vehicles really dig, her toy helicopter can fly other toys around the room, and her stuffed kangaroo hops all on its own.\n-\tOne day, Stella’s older brother refuses to let her play with him. Her toys don’t come to life when he’s around, but she still likes to play together with him.\n-\tTo get back at her brother for refusing, she and her toys build several demolition vehicles from Lego. When her brother is away, she orders them to break his G.I. Joes and demolish his own Lego creations. \n-\tHer brother comes home to find his favorite toys destroyed. He cries and cries, making Stella feel bad for what she did. Eventually, she promises to help him rebuild what toys they can. After they do, they play together and have fun.\n-\tOnce she’s alone again, Stella tells her toys that she made a mistake. They all agree never to intentionally break things again.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Where are three places that I can dig for gemstones in the western part of Nova Scotia? I need the location and what can be found there and any other pertinent information.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here are three places in Nova Scotia where you should easily find gemstones and minerals:\n\n1. Amethyst Cove, between Cape Split and Cape Blomidon has been a source of amethysts for centuries. Care must be taken because of the extreme change in tides throughout the day. To reach Amethyst Cove, it's recommended to go by boat because the alternative option is to climb down an extremely hazardous path. The minerals that can be found at Amethyst Cove include hematite, calcite, agate, celadonite, native copper, quartz, and malachite. \n2. Scotch Lake Quarry is located in Cape Breton County and continues to supply minerals such as pyrite, calcite, tremolite, pyroaurite, serpentine, dolomite, and graphite. The quarry was carved out of the Boisdale Hills, part of the Canadian Appalachians, and can be easily accessed from the main road.\n3. Brier Island, is an island in the Bay of Fundy. It is easily reached from the mainland by ferry. Just by walking along the beaches on the island, you can find zeolite, agate, jasper, and amethyst.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Come up with some review criteria for my game review site. What sections would I split them up into?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I am happy to help with your game review site. Here are some criteria for you to divide your game reviews into:\n\n1. Plot/World/Setting: Does the game have a plot? If not, what underpins the world of the game? How is the world itself, what is the narrative context (if there is any) of the gameplay? Is the game well-written and interesting? Does it have good dialogue and believable characters? Are your goals compelling?\n2. Visuals: What is the art style of the game? Does the art style appear coherent? Are the graphics cutting-edge or dated? Is there a variety of settings for players to tweak the performance? How does the game perform on a range of hardware?\n3. Gameplay: What sort of game is it? Does it fall into an established gameplay genre? Is the game difficult? Is there multiplayer? Is it fun and compelling to play? Which parts are more entertaining than the other parts? What elements work well, and which ones do not? \n4. Difficulty: Is the game difficult to play? How difficult? Would the game appeal to a more hardcore or casual audience? Is it expected for some players to not be able to complete certain sections of the game due to the difficulty? \n5: Length: How long is the game? How much time would it take a player to complete if they were aiming to do everything? What if they were only aiming to complete the main story? Are certain gameplay elements time limited? \n6. Audio: How is the sound design? Is it fitting and immersive? Is it generic and repetitive? Is there a soundtrack? Were any songs or tracks from the soundtrack memorable? Does it adequately convey the mood and setting of the game?\n7. Etcetera: Does the game come with any extras? Were there any major technical issues or difficulties with purchasing the game that your audience should know of? Is the game unusually expensive or low-priced? Is there a relevant controversy surrounding the development of the game? How is the accessibility of the game for handicapped gamers?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How is gold utilized in different sectors?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Jewelry: Gold's exceptional lustre and resistance to tarnish due to its inert nature have rendered it a preferred choice for crafting jewelry for millennia. Over half of the gold consumed today is converted into jewelry. Gold is both ductile and malleable, which enables it to be shaped into intricate designs that retain their form and beauty over substantial periods. Its chemical inertness ensures it remains unaffected by most chemicals, thereby preserving its aesthetic appeal even after prolonged use.\n2. Investment: Gold serves as a tangible asset that conserves its value over time, making it a popular choice as a financial hedge against inflation and currency instability. This is in part due to its limited availability – the cumulative quantity of gold mined throughout human history would fill merely about three Olympic-sized swimming pools. Gold's easy storability and globally recognized value also make it a sought-after asset during times of economic instability.\n3. Electronics: With its superior electrical conductivity and high resistance to corrosion and tarnish, gold plays an invaluable role in electronics, accounting for approximately 10% of global gold use. Gold is integral to a variety of electronic devices, encompassing smartphones, GPS units, televisions, and computers. In these applications, gold is typically employed in connectors, switch and relay contacts, soldered joints, and bonding wires.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "When were women first admitted to West Point?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Congress voted to allow women to enroll in service academies, including the U. S. Military Academy at West Point in 1975. On July 7, 1976, 119 women became part of the Class of 1980. Four years later, 62 of those women graduated from West Point. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write me a story outline for a funny story involving a man who is accidentally abducted by aliens. Write it as a series of 8 bullet points.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "* A man's car stops in the middle of nowhere.\n* He is beamed up by an alien spaceship.\n* The aliens seem confused and eventually call their commander.\n* The alien commander informs the man that due to a mix-up, they actually picked him up instead of someone else with the same name.\n* The commander then orders the ship to turn around and drop him.\n* The man protests loudly and insists that since they've already picked him up, they might as well take him to space with them.\n* The commander protests, citing regulations.\n* The man keeps insisting and threatening to sue for discrimination, and the story ends with them still arguing.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a book idea that involves a talking, sarcastic cat that has super strength. This cat is owned by a meek librarian that is in her thirties. The librarian is quite accident-prone. The cat wants to keep their powers a secret. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Shanna was a librarian that loved her job and the small town she lived in. What she loved most about her life, though, was her cat, Fritz. Fritz would lie around the house sunbathing while Shanna was at work, or so she thought. Fritz was actually a cat with superpowers and he went around saving people all day long. \nEven while saving countless others, Fritz would inconspicuously save Shanna, too, whenever she would have accidents. Sometimes Fritz felt like that alone was a full-time job. \n\nSince Fritz would do this all day, he got the attention of Drakken, a huge Rottweiler living in the same neighborhood who didn't seem to care for the attention Fritz was getting from everyone, including his family. Drakken knew he had to put a stop to Fritz's heroic activities. He devised a plan to take down Fritz and recruited a few other dogs in the process.\n \nTensions grew heated as Drakken and his cohorts did everything in their power to sabotage Fritz time and time again. Finally, Fritz caught on and tempers quickly erupted. A huge fight broke out which ultimately ended with the defeat of Drakken. Afterward, Fritz realized that inside this mean, ferocious dog was an insecure puppy that just wanted attention and love. \n\nFritz took mercy on Drakken and helped him to see things in a different light. Drakken then trotted off to spend time with his family and everything returned to normal. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I feel the need to get overemotional. Can you give me a list of 5 tearjerker movies and briefly explain (in a sentence) why each movie will move me? Put this in a numbered list. Tissue me, please.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here is a list of 5 tearjerker movies:\n\n1. Titanic - a romance between two people of different social classes on a sinking ship\n2. The Fault In Our Stars - a romance between two cancer survivors\n3. Forrest Gump - a man with low intelligence but high emotional intelligence\n4. Marley & Me - something happens to a dog that a couple fell in love with\n5. Ghost - a man watches the love of his life as a ghost", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I just moved to a new city and want to make some friends. I'm open to most things, but I especially love outdoor activities. Please don't suggest anything involving church groups as I am not religious. Generate a list of five ideas and make sure that you describe each one so that I can get a sense of whether or not I'd be open to trying it. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here are five things you can try to help you make friends in a new city. These ideas take into account your openness to most things, your love of outdoor activities, and the fact that you aren't religious. Each idea includes a description so that you can better understand whether or not you'd be open to it: \n\n1. Sports Leagues. Given your interest in being active outdoors, consider joining a recreational sports league. Search online or ask around at your workplace or gym to see what leagues are available to join. Pick a sport you think you might enjoy and choose a league that is appropriate for your anticipated skill level. Joining a sports league is a great way to get outside, engage in friendly competition, and most importantly, meet new people. \n2. Volunteering. Pretty much every city should have volunteer organizations where you can donate your time. Volunteering is not only a great way to give back and help those in need, but it's also a perfect way to connect with other volunteers and bond over your shared commitment to helping others. Make sure to look for a volunteer opportunity that suits your schedule, isn't too far from where you live, and is something that you will ultimately find fulfilling. Also, consider an opportunity that allows you to spend the majority of your time outside given your love of outdoor activities. \n3. Book Club. If you are someone who enjoys reading and discussing what you're reading with others, consider joining a book club. Book clubs are often organized monthly and involve meeting as a group to discuss a particular book that's been designated for that month. Not only will you get to read and talk about an interesting selection of new books, but joining a book club is a perfect way to expand your social circle and get to know a large group of people who share your interest. \n4. Running Groups. As someone who enjoys outdoor activities, you may want to consider joining an organized running group. A common practice in such groups is to go on fun runs that take place in different places around the city. It may not seem like you can easily get to know people by running with them, but rest assured that there is usually socialization at a restaurant, cafe, or brewery before or after the run, which makes it a great opportunity to get to know new people.\n5. Trivia Nights. It's extremely common for bars to host trivia nights on specific nights of the week in order to provide a fun group activity for their customers. Make sure to look for one that's geared toward matching up strangers instead of expecting people to come in their own groups. \n\nI hope that you are able to utilize these suggestions to make some new friends in your city. Good luck! ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about Emily, a girl who has the power to make anything she draws come to life first learn about this power. The word count for the story is around 250 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Emily put her pen to the creased paper, her heart hammering in her throat. As the ink flowed freely, stroke after stroke, an image began to form. It was of a hummingbird. When Emily was done, she sat back and stared hard at the scrap bit of paper in front of her. Time ticked away on her wall clock and she stared hard.\n\nWhen a whole minute had passed and nothing happened, Emily was ready to give up and put her things away. And then the paper rustled. So slowly, subtly – she wouldn’t have noticed if she wasn’t watching so carefully. It fluttered again and then all at once the paper scrunched up. Emily jerked back in her rickety, old chair, her eyes wide, and watched the paper twist and crumple and suddenly it burst up into the air, whizzing around. \n\nEmily let out a cry of delight, watching as a hummingbird slowly came into being, turning from a crumpled-up paper ball into a real hummingbird. Her face was split out in a wide smile as the beautiful, green and blue bird slowly came to land on her shoulder. The bird gently nuzzled her cheek before hopping away to peek curiously at her face. \n\nEmily pets the hummingbird carefully, taking note of how real and warm it felt with her fingers. With her pen held tighter in her hand, she turned to her notepad and considered what to draw next.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What did this person likely get a college degree in? Category options: Education, Art, Science, Nursing\n\nI just got a job teaching first grade! I'm so glad all of my hard work has paid off!", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Education", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Give me some detailed step–by–step instructions on how to drill into concrete.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "What you’ll need:\n-\tPersonal protective equipment (eye and ear protection, dust mask, work gloves\n-\tTape measurer\n-\tHammer drill and bits\n\nInstructions: \n-\tPrepare the space and surface:\n o\tMove furniture\n o\tRemove any cobwebs and dust\n o\tWash the surface with a damp rag\n-\tMark the surface:\n o\tUse measuring tape to identify where you’ll be drilling\n o\tMark the surface with a carpenter’s pencil\n o\tDouble-check measurements and placement\n-\tPrep the drill:\n o\tHammer drill combines rotary and mechanized hammering motion\n o\tSet stop bar\n o\tFit hammer with a desired size masonry bit\n-\tDrill the hole:\n o\tWear protective gear\n o\tAssume a stable stance, feet shoulder-width apart\n o\tGrip the drill with one hand, and be mindful of the drill’s position with the body\n o\tStart drilling at the lowest speed possible, and increase speed as the hole becomes established\n o\tDrill forward with steady, light pressure\n o\tStop when the desired depth is reached\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short explanation of how Netflix used to work in 2000.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Netflix, which was originally founded in 1997, was up and running properly by the year 2000. At that time, the platform didn’t stream movies online but instead offered DVD rentals through the mail. \n\nHere’s how it worked: You would sign up for Netflix on their website with your card information and address. Then, you would pay a monthly subscription and order movies to be delivered to your house. \n\nYou created a list of the movies you wanted to see on the Netflix website, and within the various packages, you could have anywhere from 1-4 DVDs at a time. Once you watched the movie of your choice, you would send the DVD back with a prepaid shipping label and wait for the next movie on your list to be delivered. \n\nAt the time, Netflix offered more than 5,000 movie titles, which was considered extremely impressive. Especially compared to a local Blockbuster video store which would only have a few hundred. \n\nNetflix was extremely popular in 2000, and the system continued successfully until 2007 when they began offering online streaming.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a 3-day itinerary for a trip to Glacier National Park. Have a bullet point for each day and an explanation of the things to do that day. I'm an avid hiker so I'm up for lots of hiking. I want to spend most of my time on hikes. I've already been to Lake McDonald so don't include that.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Day One. \nAll Day: Hike to Iceberg Lake. This is an out-and-back 9.7-mile hike in the Many Glacier area of the park. The elevation gain is 1,275 feet, and the trail is rated as moderate. You'll begin with a steep uphill section, but after that, the trail levels out. This hike is an all-day event, but it is worth the effort. Pack a lunch, and enjoy some quiet time as you take in the glacier in all of its glory. The trail can be busy during the summer, but due to its length, it's not as popular as some other trails. Once you arrive at the lake, keep following the trail around to the left and you'll find some nice private spots where you can escape the crowds. Don't forget your swimsuit or a change of clothes - it's hard to resist jumping in the bone-chilling water to cool off. \n\n2. Day Two.\nMorning: Hike to Virginia Falls. At 3.6 miles roundtrip and only about 525 feet of elevation gain, this is a hike that gives you a lot of bang for your buck. You'll see St. Mary falls along the way, which is a beautiful waterfall with strikingly blue water, and you'll also see smaller unnamed falls around almost every turn as you get closer to Virginia Falls. \n\nAfternoon: Hike the Trail of the Cedars and keep going to Avalanche Lake. This laid-back hike starts with the Trail of the Cedars, a short 1-mile boardwalk trail that offers some lovely views. You'll eventually reach a sign that points to another trail that will take you to Avalanche Lake. The hike to this lake is 4.5 miles out-and-back with about 760 feet of elevation gain. It's well worth the effort because at the end you're rewarded with a gorgeous view of the lake and a stunning mountain backdrop. The way the light hits the mountains in the late afternoon and early evening is beautiful, and you may avoid the crowds a bit by starting later in the day. Look closely - you may even see some waterfalls in those mountains!\n\n3. Day Three.\nAll Day: Hike to Grinnell Glacier. While this hike can be made easier by taking a boat to shave off 3.4 miles of hiking, the first part of the trail is flat and offers views that are worth the extra mileage. The hike is 10.6 miles long in total, with an elevation gain of about 1,600 feet. It's the most strenuous hike on this itinerary. You'll start off walking around Swiftcurrent Lake and Lake Josephine. Then the climbing starts, and the views just keep getting better. Start the trail early so you can take your time and enjoy a rest once you make it to Grinnell Glacier. The hike is popular, but there's a lot to explore once you reach the glacier. Don't just stop where the trail ends - keep walking around the edge of the lake to find a nice spot to sit back and enjoy the view you worked so hard for!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a light-hearted short story about a pink poodle named Polly who feels self-conscious about being pink.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Polly the poodle has pink hair that often makes her stand out in a crowd. She’s the only pink poodle most other dogs have seen, so they often stare or talk about her. It makes Polly feel shy and self-conscious because she doesn’t like the attention. \n\nHolly the husky noticed Polly standing away from all of the other dogs and often looking down. That made Holly sad, so she went over to talk to Polly. \n\nHolly asked Polly, “Why don’t you come over with our group?” \n\n“I feel a little out of place,” Polly answered. “Everyone is looking at me.” \n\n“That’s just because you’re so beautiful, Polly,” Holly said. “We’ve never seen a pink poodle, and we are so amazed!” \n\nHolly and her friends made Polly realize her difference is what makes her so special. Polly started to perk up and gain confidence. From now on, Polly is going to walk in a room knowing her unique quality makes her beautiful, and that it’s okay to be different. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Give me a bullet list of five good mystery books to read, preferably from 1930-1969, but no Agatha Christie or Dashiell Hammett books. I want every decade represented, and no author to appear more than once.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "•The Postman Always Rings Twice (1934) by James M. Cain - Frank Chambers and Cora Papadakis plot to murder Cora's husband. Complications ensue.\n•Rebecca (1938) by Daphne du Maurier - On an English estate, the second Mrs. Winters is constantly compared, to the deceased first Mrs. Winters, and not favorably so, especially by housekeeper Mrs. Danvers. Dark secrets are revealed.\n•The Lady in the Lake (1943) by Raymond Chandler - Private detective Philip Marlowe is hired by a wealthy businessman to track down his wife.\n•A Kiss Before Dying (1953) by Ira Levin - Bud Corliss is determined to be a wealthy man and won't let anything--not even murder--stand in his way.\n•Clutch of Constables (1968) by Ngaio Marsh - Inspector Roderick Alleyn is out to find a murderer aboard an English riverboat.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "When was the very first State of the Union address given?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The first State of the Union Address was delivered by President George Washington on January 8, 1790. It was given at the Senate Chamber of Federal Hall in New York City. In this first address, Washington created an example that would be followed by all U.S. presidents after him. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I’m trying to write a scene, but I have a plot ready. Please help me write a scene where David has been waiting for seven hours since he placed a note in Betty's desk, and when he suddenly hears a noise coming from the desk, he discovers that the note he placed there is gone. He is shocked and unable to understand how this could be possible. David decides to stay in the room until he gets answers. Two hours later, he hears a swishing noise and sees pieces of material swirling in the air, eventually forming into Betty. She is unconscious, and David rushes to her side. Gradually, the color returns to her face, and she regains consciousness. Betty asks David if he loves her, and he confirms that he does, taking a moment to tuck a stray curl behind her ear. The scene should be under 400 words and there should be dialogues between these characters.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "David seats himself in an antique chair in the corner of the room. It’s been 7 hours since he placed the note on the desk. As he leans back in the chair thinking about the reality of this, he unexpectedly hears a noise coming from the desk. He leans forward listening, but hears nothing else. He walks silently to the desk. Opening the cover, then the drawer, he’s shocked. The note he put in there is gone. Staggering backward he leans over taking a deep breath. Standing, he runs his fingers through his hair in utter bewilderment. Pacing back and forth in front of the desk, he begins reasoning with himself. I’m here, and I don’t see anyone else. How can this be? He stands gaping at the desk. Walking back to the chair, he decides he will not move an inch from this room until he gets answers.\n\nTwo hours later, he hears a swishing noise. He sits straight up in the chair and watches in astonishment as pieces of the material circle into the wind settling to the floor. Once the pieces merge, he sees it’s Betty. Running to her quickly, he finds her unconscious. He picks her head up and cradles it in his arms. Staring at her he sees she’s pale. Gradually her face returns to normal. Calling her name, her eyes flutter open. \n\n“David, is that you?”\n\n“Yes, my love. I’m here.”\n\nClosing her eyes, she lies silent.\n\n“Betty, are you okay? Talk to me.”\n\nOpening her eyes again she replies, “Yes. I’m okay. It takes a while for me to gain strength from the travel. Just give me a minute. Each trip gets harder and harder to come out of the daze.”\n\nLeaning down to kiss her lips gently, he says, “It’s okay, take your time. I’ll wait.” \n\nAfter about 15 minutes, she gets the strength to sit up. Holding her forehead, she abates the nausea. Taking deep breaths, she feels herself returning to normal. David helps her up. Their eyes meet. Rachel asks, “You love me?”\n\nSurprised to hear that is the first thing she says coming out of her tranced state, he laughs. “Yes, Rachel, I do.” He moves her over to a settee. Seated beside her, he takes the curl falling in her face and pushes it behind her ear. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Pretend you are Tony Stark aka Iron Man. You have an extra-powered armor suit that you want to sell. Create a for-sale listing on craigslist in New York. The posting title should be \"Used Powered Armor Suit For Sale...Like New.\" Price should be $999,999. Use a business-like tone. All business, no play. Interested buyers should contact Pepp or Happy at 555-555-5555\n", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Title: Used Powered Armor Suit For Sale…Like New\nPrice: $999,999\nPlace: New York, NY\nZip Code: 10021\n\nDescription: Used Powered Armor Suit For Sale, like new. Only been worn a few times. Protect yourself and your loved ones.\n\nThe suit is guaranteed to give you superhuman senses, reflexes, agility, durability, speed, and strength. The complete deal.\n\nBut wait there is more. This suit will also give you supersonic flight, regenerative life support, energy repulsor, and missile projection.\n\nA one-in-a-kind exoskeleton Has radio and radar. State of the arc repulsor for propulsion or for braking.\n\nIf interested please call 555-555-5555 and ask for Pepp or Happy.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Answer the following about the Makita DTD152Z 18v LXT Impact Driver with the text I am sharing:\n\nHow many rotation settings does it have? What material is on the handle? Is it lightweight or heavy? \n\n\nThe Makita DTD152Z 18v LXT Impact Driver Body Only is Makita’s most recognised impact driver. Built onto Makita’s Li-Ion battery platform, the DTD152 is a lightweight and compact driver designed with the user in mind. It offers forward/reverse rotation, Twin LED work makita circular saw light for improved accuracy and a one-touch bit installation method. This is packed into an impact driver as small as 137mm in length. As it’s so light and compact, it’ll fit in as an extra for any tool bag and if not, attach it to your hip with the belt clip!\n\n\nThe drill also has an LED light, two speed settings, and a comfortable rubber overgrip on the handle, among other features. This cordless drill has a 1/2-inch chuck bit—unusual for drills of this voltage—that securely held all the bits and drivers throughout our testing. While this model works well for light projects, we found that it’s not quite as effective on bigger holes and might stall sometimes, making it best suited for the occasional quick job. Even though it doesn’t include a storage bag, we appreciate that it comes with a battery and a charger at its already low price, so you won’t need to buy those separately. All in all, this pick is ideal for homeowners and renters alike who need an affordable cordless drill for occasional use. In the past decade, cordless drills have become more powerful, lighter, and energy-efficient, making corded drills practically obsolete.\n\nIf so, we made sure that everything fit properly and considered any additional features (like space for extra accessories and included drill or driver bits). If you have small hands or know you’ll be using your drill for hours on end, consider a more lightweight option like this one from Bosch. It’s an easy-to-carry drill that you won’t get tired of holding, and it has two speed settings and a high torque so you can tackle numerous projects with ease. Despite its small size, this cordless drill still delivered an impressive performance in our tests.\n\nThe company was founded in 1915, in Japan, under the name “Makita Denski Seisakusho”. In the beginning, the business activities mainly concerned selling and repairing electric power tools; however, in 1958, they began manufacturing power tools. Twenty years later, in 1978, Makita introduced its first cordless power tool, the 7.2V Cordless Drill. An impact driver is mostly a heavy-duty screwdriver for repetitive or more extensive screwdriver projects.\n\nFor this metric, we used 5-inch long, ½-inch lag screws and standard wood screws, scoring each tool on the ease and speed at which it drove the different screws in. The Makita XFD14Z did exceptionally well, earning one of the makita cordless drill best scores of the entire group. We translate those readings into scores for power, speed, and run time. We also incorporate ratings for predicted reliability and owner satisfaction based on data from CR’s member surveys.\n\nThe expansive breadth-of-line of the Makita 18V LXT® Series means an 18V battery from any LXT® tool will power the Sub-Compact Driver-Drill. The XFD11ZB has an efficient brushless motor with 2 speed settings and dual L.E.D. lights to illuminate the work area. (with battery, sold separately) it’s a drilling and driving solution with superior comfort makita angle grinder and handling. The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless ½” Driver-Drill Kit (XFD12T) is an ideal drilling and driving solution for the user who wants a drill with superior power-to-weight ratio. Of Max Torque with an efficient brushless motor that delivers up 50% more work per charge, increased power and speed, and longer tool life.\n\n", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The Makita DTD152Z 18v LXT Impact Driver has 2 rotation settings, forward and reverse. The material on the handle is made of rubber. It is considered lightweight.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "My sibling and I are having an argument about if cats or dogs are better. I happen to know for a fact that cats are better, I just need some facts that prove it. Brainstorm a list of at least half a dozen things about cats and state how each one makes them better than dogs. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I'm sorry to hear that you and your sibling are arguing. Here are some facts about why cats are better than dogs: \n1. Purring. This is something cats do that dogs are not physically capable of doing. It has also been proven that purring can lower your stress levels and your blood pressure. \n2. Quieter. A cat isn't going to howl at the moon, bark at anyone who knocks at the door, or anything else. While a cat might meow on occasion, they are much quieter than dogs. \n3. Less Care. Even though cats do have litterboxes, this is far less trouble than having to walk a dog every day and give it plenty of exercise. You also don't have to take a cat outside to use the bathroom when it is raining outside. \n4. Less Space. Cats do not need huge amounts of space. Even if you want to set up a play area for them, this can be vertical instead of sprawled out over the floor. Also, cat toys are usually smaller than dog toys, and a cat will take up less space on your bed than most dogs will. \n5. Less Food. Cats don't eat as much food as dogs do, so their food lasts longer and will probably be cheaper than a dog's food. \n6. Less Destruction. A bored cat is far less likely to damage something it shouldn't. This is compared to dogs, who might chew on the furniture or any number of other things. \n7. Cleaner. Cats rarely need baths due to the fact that they do a great job of keeping themselves clean. They certainly aren't going to be playing in the mud or tracking dirt into the house, even if you let them outside. \nI hope this can help put an end to your argument. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

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[ { "content": "How many eyes does a scallop have?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A scallop can have as many as two hundred eyes and they are frequently blue. Ocean creatures may be known for their weird and unusual eyes, but scallops have one of the strongest visual systems of all ocean life. They can use each of their eyes as a mirror instead of a lens to help focus light. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Who did Prince William marry?\n\nThe queen’s popularity, and that of the entire royal family, rebounded during the first decade of the 21st century. Though 2002 marked Queen Elizabeth’s Golden Jubilee—50 years on the throne—the death of her mother (the beloved Queen Mum) and sister early that year cast a pall on the celebrations.\n\nIn 2005, the queen enjoyed public support when she gave her assent to Prince Charles’ once-unthinkable marriage to his longtime love Camilla Parker Bowles.\n\nIn her seventh decade on the throne, Queen Elizabeth presided over the pomp and circumstance of another royal wedding at Westminster Abbey, that of Prince William to Catherine Middleton in April 2011. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who are in line to become Britain’s next king and queen, continued the line of succession with their children, Prince George (born 2013), Princess Charlotte (born 2015) and Prince Louis (born 2018).", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Prince William married Catherine Middleton.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "My daughter is ready to branch into chapter books and she absolutely loves animals. What are 3 kids chapter books for her?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sure! Here are 3 children's chapter books that have to do with animals:\n1. Baby Monkey, Private Eye by Brian Selznik and David Serlin: this is about a baby monkey who is a detective.\n2. Diary of a Pug by Kyla May: an adorable chapter book written from Bub the pet pug's perspective!\n3. Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo, Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen: this book features a heroic pig who saves the day on many occasions, and it is full of pictures for young readers.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a story using short \"O\" words. Make it age-appropriate for kids and fun.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "An octopus, an otter, and an ostrich were all looking for an orange. The octopus looks under a mop. The otter looks under a pot. The ostrich looks under a sock. But none of them find an orange. They ask Mr. Ox. Mr. Ox says he saw something orange in the pig's slob. The animals run to Mrs. Pig's house. But the orange food is a carrot. She says she saw something orange at the dock. The animals run to Mr. Frog's dock. But he points to the water and says the orange thing is his bobber. The animals give up and go home. They want to sob. Just then, Dog Jr. runs by with—an orange! The octopus hops. The otter jogs. The ostrich hops. They catch Dog Jr. and ask him where he got the orange. It's at the top, he tells them. They look to the top of the bog. And there stands an orange tree. Octopus got an orange. Otter got an orange. Ostrich got an orange. And they were all jolly animals.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'd like it if you write a short story about a woman who goes on a trip to the grocery store for milk. Please make less than 200 words and create a surprise at the ending.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Maria looked in the refrigerator and sighed when she saw that the family had run out of milk again. She knew that her kids needed milk for breakfast in the morning, and if she didn't go to the store right away, it would cause a big problem for everyone. She looked around the house and found her keys and her wallet before heading out the door. \n\nWhen Maria pulled up to the front of the store she was shocked to see that the lights were on but no one was in the building. She walked carefully through the deserted aisles, looking for clues about where everyone had gone. All of a sudden, she heard movement behind her. She turned around quickly, prepared to fight. \n\nBut instead of finding a person behind her, she saw a big milk cow standing in the middle of the cereal aisle. The cow mooed loudly. \n\nMaria sighed again. I might as well take this cow home, she thought to herself. After all, if the family had a milk cow, they would never run out of milk again. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Prepare a text message to a male friend who just went through a bad breakup. Be sarcastic and include dark humor. Try not to make it sincere or serious at all.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Dude, I knew she meant a lot to you, but how much could SHE really be worth if she pulled that crap on you. On the flip side, you're coming with us to the casino and bars every weekend now. No more excuses of that lady ball and chain holding you back from actually having fun for once in your life. If it makes you feel any better, none of us liked her, and we are glad she's gone. Anytime you brought her around, the first thing that popped into my brain was, \"How do I get out of this mess?\" You'll be fine, bruh.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to advertise a litter of kittens available for adoption at my animal shelter. Two are grey, one is white, one is black, and one is orange. Help me come up with a list of names that fit the theme, \"King Of The Hill.\" Do not just suggest names of characters from the show.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here is a list of names for kittens on the theme of \"King of the Hill\":\n1. Tex, Arlen, Lone Star: The show is set in Arlen, Texas.\n2. Charlie (Chaplin), Lucille (Ball): One of the characters admires prop comedy, so famous slapstick comedians would be appropriate. \n3. Grill, Hamburger, Barbecue: The main character sells propane and propane accessories. \n4. Sarge: One of the characters is a sergeant in the army.\n5. Chuck: Chuck Mangione is not a character on the show, but his music is referenced frequently.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a speech from the point of view of King Candy to rile up the troops of the Candy Kingdom before a battle with the Cookie Cake Confederation.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "\nSweets . . . behold the field in which our valor will be laid bare! A fine field to die on. Let us invite those unmoistened crumbs to do so! \n\nFor too long have cookies and cakes been the preferred decadence. For too long have good candy like you and I have been relegated to simple snacks. No more. After this day, we will no longer have one day in October to shine. This is it. We are all here to see the evil that is the Cookie Cake Confederation rid of this green earth. After today, there will be no more fighting . . . no more struggle . . . no more sacrifice. But today will be all of those things. \n\nRide now! Strike cavities into their souls. Shed them of their life's sugar. Let their frosting flow out over this battlefield in new rivers of the crumbled dead. For make no mistake, my sweet candy, it is among their ranks that the dead now walk.\n\nWe are candy. We are the sweetest thing to ever strike a tooth. But that is not all. Let us show those fools just how bitter this candy can be!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I am a parent of a kindergartener and I need to provide snacks for my son's class. One of the students has a peanut allergy and one is gluten intolerant. What are 3 different sweet snack ideas that would suit everyone's requirements? Put the ideas in bullets.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "- Chocolate Popcorn: Popcorn is a naturally gluten-free food, and it also excludes the use of peanuts. You can make it into a sweet snack for children by choosing chocolate that is candied in certified gluten-free chocolate. \n- Popsicles: Popsicles are a great child-friendly snack option that often doesn't include many allergens. It should be fairly easy to find a box of popsicles whose ingredients list is free of gluten and peanuts. \n- Chocolate-Covered Strawberries: Fruit is naturally gluten-free and free of peanuts. This is a good snack for kids that incorporates fruit as well as something sweet, as long as you choose a certified gluten-free chocolate dip.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to whiten my teeth, but I don’t want to use those chemical strips they sell at the store. So can you write four different ways to whiten teeth naturally? Explain how to use each method. {Number}.{Method}:{Description}", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Baking Soda: A tried and true tactic is brushing your teeth with baking soda. Mix one teaspoon of baking soda with two teaspoons of water to create a paste, and brush your teeth several times a week to see the effects. \n2. Oil Pulling: To oil pull, place about one tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth. Then, swish the oil around for between 15-20 minutes. While some people don’t love the taste, it can certainly whiten your teeth over time. \n3. Hydrogen Peroxide: Many toothpastes have hydrogen peroxide as a whitening agent, but you can use it straight from the bottle for more intense effects. Make sure you’re using 1.5% or 3% peroxide, and if you have 3%, it’s best to dilute it with a bit of water. \n4. Citrus Peels: You can use lime, lemon, orange, or banana peels to whiten your teeth by simply rubbing the inside of the rinds directly onto the teeth. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Pretend you're a wizard. Give me a spell to make myself more eloquent. I'd like some background as well.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "SPELL TO AID VERBAL COMMUNICATION\n\nPlease be aware that this does not constitute medical advice, and is for entertainment purposes only. \n\nYOU WILL NEED:\n- One charcoal disk in a fireproof dish\n- One silver or white candle, 6-8\"/15-20 cm in length\n- Matches or a lighter\n- White sandalwood incense\n- Nine clary sage leaves\n- One 18\"/45 cm length of black sewing thread\n- One teaspoon of honey\n- One cup/250 ml of boiling water\n\nPURPOSE:\nTo bestow the gift of clear and persuasive speech.\n\nBACKGROUND:\nThis is the magical equivalent of the Blarney stone - a magical stone in Ireland which, if kissed, is said to impart the \"gift of the gab,\" or the ability to charm with words. Clary sage, or Salvia sclarea, the main ingredient of the spell, is said to confer wisdom as well as the gift of clarity, both important ingredients in the power of clear and persuasive speech. Used as an herbal remedy, it enhances confidence and aids perception.\n\nThe power of good speakers was recognized by many ancient cultures, particularly in those traditions whose survival depended on the skills of storytellers, bards, priests, and priestesses. The Celts particularly prized the skills of speech, and the power attributed to skilled speakers. The ability to always speak fair words and to charm any company is also said to be the gift of the fairies, or the \"good folk.\"\n\nHOW TO CAST THE SPELL\n\nTIMING:\nThis charm is best performed on a waxing moon for the increase and on a Monday.\n\nCASTING THE SPELL:\n\n1. Cast a circle.\n2. Light the charcoal disk and candle, saying:\n \"Power of the old ones\n The high ones\n The low ones\n Power of the moon\n Bestow fair speech\n And it harm none.\"\n3. Sprinkle sandalwood onto the charcoal disk and add three clary sage leaves, saying:\n \"This I offer to the old ones.\"\n4. Bind three leaves together with thread and place them beneath the candle, saying:\n \"This I offer to the moon.\"\n5. Place three leaves in a cup and pour on a teaspoon of honey. Then fill it with boiling water, saying:\n \"This I offer to myself.\"\n6. At the next full moon, take the bound leaves outside. Offer them up to the moon, kiss them, then cast them into a natural water source as soon after as possible.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Pretend to be my grandma and I've just shown up for a visit.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hello, dearie! Look how nice you're looking these days! Come on in and let me give you a great big hug. Oh, and help yourself to some of this hard candy on the side table. It's Werther's, your favorite! Are you eating enough these days? Let me get you something to eat! Just sit down there and relax and let me get it for you. I just love having my sweet grandchildren over. Here you go, a nice piece of carrot cake. I just made this using my special recipe. And here's a nice glass of cold milk to wash it down. There you go... Isn't that nice? I make that cake for my bridge club, but I always seem to have plenty left over. Now tell your old grandma what you've been up to lately.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Give me a haiku about hens from the hens perspective.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Fluffy butt, I am\nI lay the best eggs for you \nPlease feed me more, too ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short piece of fiction that could be included in a magazine to fill the space at the end of a long article. It should be about a home improvement project that didn't go as expected. It should be under 300 words and light and positive in tone.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "We have been living in our house for about a month. I liked the new house and was happy that we had been able to find it. Rentals were hard to come by. One thing that bugged me though was the intercom unit on the second-floor landing. I kept telling my spouse that I was going to take it down. She kept laughing and saying emphatically, \"Don't bother it!\" one Saturday morning, I decided it was time to act. I gathered some screwdrivers, pliers, and wire cutters to attack the project. I carefully took all of the screws out of the plate holding it on the wall. I pulled it away from the wall and found red and white wires attached to the back of it. I wasn't sure what to do. I picked up the wire cutters and decided to snip the wires. As I cut through them, there was a loud popping noise, the lights in our house blinked twice, and then everything went dark. I heard my wife yell, \"What are you doing up there?\" I looked down at the wire cutters in my hand and was thankful that they had rubber handles or that might've been my very last home improvement project. I decided that from then on, I would take my wife's advice.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a humorous letter as an underlying to the Dark Lord, informing members of his army that they have been selected for a \"special\" program. It should be around 200 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "To Select Members of the Dark Lord's Army\n\nCongratulations! If you have received this letter that means you've been shortlisted to join the Dark Lord's exclusive Grand Guard! You may not have applied for this position, but you can guarantee that the Dark Lord still chose you. And we are all too aware you will be so overjoyed you won't think of refusing! \n\nTo honor this position he has so graciously bestowed upon you, you will have to undergo rigorous training alongside the drills you currently perform. We understand how much of a privilege this is and we here at the Dark Lord's Resource Management want you to know we understand you feel too humble for the cruel, dastardly work the Dark Lord has in store for you, but we also know you are more than up to the task! \n\nReport at 0400 at the Pits of Despair for a debriefing followed by your first round of training. We know you won't be late! Any latecomers will become the target of today's training, and you wouldn't want to end up like Salazar, now would you? \n\nWe're so looking forward to your participation. Happy pillaging! \n\nDemon Resource Management Senior Manager,\nSteve.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How many time zones is the world divided into?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Currently, there are 38-time \"zones\" in use. Technically, the world is only divided into 24 time zones (separating the globe in 15-degree increments) if each one were only an hour. Three additional \"zones\" are created by the International Date Line, in addition to numerous time zones that operate in half or quarter-hour increments.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Explain the plot of the TV show Charmed as if you were explaining it to a 5 year old? do not use the word \"demon\" or \"fight\" in the explanation. don't mention death in the show at all.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The show \"Charmed\" is about 3 sisters who live together in San Fransisco. Their names are Prue, Piper and Phoebe.\nOne day, the sisters find out that they are magic! What's even better is that they find out that they can use magic to get rid of bad guys and scary things so that the world will be much nicer.\nEventually, they find another sister, Paige, and they find out that she is magic too. Piper and her husband, Leo, also have two little boys named Wyatt and Chris who turn out to be magic as well!\nThey all live together as a big family, using their magic to make everything nice and good.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite this poem from the style of Shel Silverstein's \"Where the Sidewalk Ends\" to the style of the poem \"Crow Blacker Than Ever,\" by Ted Hughes\n\nThere is a park where the pavement ends\nAnd where the wilderness does begin,\nAnd there the wildflowers grow tall and white,\nAnd there the sun shines yellow and bright,\nAnd there the golden eagles always take flight\nTo fly and soar in the wind.\n\nLet's run from this place where nature can't contend\nAnd tall buildings against which the sky must defend.\nPast the sidewalks where in cracks flowers do grow\nWe will drive at a speed that is steady and slow,\nAnd follow the roads to the mountains doth go\nTo the park where the pavement ends.\n\nYes, we'll drive at a speed that is steady and slow,\nAnd we'll follow the roads to the mountains doth go,\nFor the creatures, they mark, and the creatures, they know\nThe park where the pavement ends. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "When wilderness, repulsed by humans,\nTurns inward to its forests,\nAnd humans, so scared of the wild,\nTurned back to their concrete,\nThe Earth looked like tearing apart.\n\nBut the road ... the road\nThe road wove them back together,\nWeaving wilderness and man as one-\n\nSo wilderness blew but with the humans' might.\nAnd the humans cried out but with wilderness' fury.\n\nAnd the seam where wilderness and man joined pulled,\nThreatened to tear the world apart once and for all.\nA contention beyond apprehension.\n\nThe drive never ceased.\n\nWilderness could not understand human nor human wilderness.\n\nThe drive\n\nGrew.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Create a numbered list of 15 things that might be on someone's bucket list of they love adventure. Don’t include anything personal like falling in love or starting a family or anything about money or careers. Just adventure activities, please, no explanations. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "No worries, I totally understand what you’re looking for! This is an example of a bucket list of an adventurous person: \n\n1. Skydive\n2. Bungee jump\n3. Climb Mount Everest\n4. Go on an African safari\n5. Learn to Scuba Dive\n6. Jump off a 40-foot cliff\n7. Paraglide\n8. Motorbike across the USA\n9. Swim with sharks\n10. Go whitewater rafting \n11. Ride in a hot air balloon\n12. Go heliskiing \n13. Base jump with a wing suit\n14. Hike the Appalachian Trail\n15. Gp mountain climbing", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Provide an editorial about purple tortilla chips and their purpose for a food magazine with a lively tone. Incorporate quotes from shoppers who were interviewed during the research process! Thanks!", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Title: It’s a Colorful World…of Snacks! Origins and Popularity Revealed: Blue Tortilla Chips\n\nTortilla chips—they’re famous, triangular, and oh-so-amazing for dipping. When you sit there and think about it, it’s no wonder why they’re a go-to snack for most people. But what happens when you turn its iconic yellow color on its head?\n\nWell, people definitely start talking. Imagine walking through the grocery store. You’re in the chip aisle and pretty overwhelmed with your options. Like many, you opt for tortilla chips, and you find out…they’re blue now?\n\n“I don’t get it,” says a shopper with raised eyebrows, “is it a new flavor? A different crunch? What’s so different, and why should I buy it?”\n\nThe answer is surprisingly simple: blue corn. That’s it! Native Americans in North and Central America have grown this maize for centuries. The anthocyanin in the corn gives it this mysterious, royal hue that certainly lights up a party table. Add some antioxidants, proteins, fiber, and anti-inflammatories, and you’ve got a healthier, more robust tortilla chip.\n\nBut does it taste different? Some aficionados swear these darker chips have a nuanced, nutty flavor you just don’t get with the usual yellow. Others? The health benefits were improved, but the taste is the same.\n\nSo where do you stand? Next time you search for that salty crisp you crave, maybe you’ll play for team blue.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Who directed the movie \"Pulp Fiction\" and what is it about?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "\"Pulp Fiction\" is a critically acclaimed film directed by Quentin Tarantino in 1994. Known for its eclectic dialogue, ironic mix of humor and violence, nonlinear storyline, and a host of cinematic and pop culture references, the movie significantly boosted the director's reputation. The plot interweaves several stories involving Los Angeles mobsters, fringe characters, petty criminals, and a mysterious briefcase. Its iconic characters, such as hitmen Vincent Vega and Jules Winnfield, have left a lasting impact on popular culture.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The first woman to win a Nobel Prize was a physicist and chemist, the Polish-French Marie Curie. Born in 1867, Marie was a pioneer researcher in the field of radioactivity, which won her her first Nobel Prize in 1903 for her research of radiation phenomena. She won her second Nobel Prize, in chemistry, for the discovery of two elements: polonium and radium. She, alongside her husband, did much research that led to many discoveries that helped in new cancer treatments through radiation. She studied at the University of Paris and earned two degrees. She died on July 4, 1934. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "“Love means never having to say you’re sorry.” What does the quote mean and what movie is it from? Answer in paragrpah form.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "“Love means never having to say you’re sorry” is a quote from the 1970s film Love Story, starring Ryan O’Neal and Ali MacGraw. \n\nConsidered one of the greatest tragic love stories of its time, the movie tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of life. “Love means never having to say you’re sorry” has been defined and redefined dozens of times by audiences and film critics alike. The consensus is that it means that there’s never a need for regrets or apologies from someone when two people are truly, deeply in love with one another. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite the synopsis as pairs of rhyming and near-rhyming couplets.\n\nSarah, a streetwise hustler on the run from a lifetime of bad decisions, witnesses the suicide of a stranger who looks just like her. Sarah assumes her identity hoping that cleaning out the dead woman's bank account will solve all of her problems. Instead, the street smart chameleon is thrust headlong into a kaleidoscopic mystery. After taking on the new identity, Sarah quickly finds herself caught in the middle of a deadly conspiracy and must race to find answers.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sarah is a street-smart thief\nWhose life of crime has caused her grief\nWhile on the run in serious trouble\nShe sees someone who looks like her double\nThe stranger decides to unalive\nRight before Sarah's frightened eyes\nSeeing a chance start anew\nSarah steps into the woman's shoes\nBut instead of escaping her own drama\nShe ends up inviting serious trauma\nAs she learns her new twin's history\nShe becomes caught in a deadly mystery.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I’m writing a fantasy novel. What are some mythical creatures I can write about besides dragons? Give me a list of at least 10 options with some diversity so they’re not all from European mythology. Describe the creature’s physical attributes, magical abilities (if any) and what culture it comes from.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I can help with that! Here are some popular mythical creatures (excluding dragons): \n\n1. Manticore: This creature comes from Persian folklore and is similar to the Sphinx of Greek mythology, with a human head on a lion’s body and a tail covered in poisonous spines like porcupine quills.\n2. Thunderbird: This legendary creature from North American Indigenous mythology is an enormous bird with wings so large, their flapping causes the sound of thunder.\n3. Yeti: Originating in Nepalese folklore, the Yeti is a tall, fur-covered, ape-like creature who wanders the Himalayan mountains. \n4. Ghoul: A ghoul is a monstrous creature that haunts graveyards and feasts on human flesh. This creature comes from Arabian mythology. \n5. Werewolf: This creature has a human body but can shapeshift into the body of a wolf with the change typically triggered by the rising of a full moon. Some versions of the werewolf can be found in mythology and folklore from almost every culture in the world. \n6. Mermaid: While many are most familiar with the mermaids and sirens or European and Ancient Greek & Roman mythology, belief in some version of a fish-human hybrid creature exists in every major culture throughout the world.\n7. Griffin: With the body, legs, and tail of a lion and the wings, head, and talons of an eagle, the Griffin comes from Ancient Egyptian mythology.\n8. Longma: This creature comes from Chinese mythology. It has the body of a horse with wings and the scaled skin of a dragon. \n9. Cipactli: This sea monster of Aztec mythology has a body that is part frog, part fish, and part crocodile. \n10. Leviathan: This sea monster of Jewish mythology is known for its gargantuan size. \n11. Oozlum Bird: This mythical bird of Australian folkloric origins is said to fly backward, and when startled, may fly in backward circles until it actually disappears by flying up its own backside. It may also be called the \"ouzel-um bird.\" \n12. Rusalka: From Slavic mythology, the Rusalka is a feminine water spirit that is typically malicious toward humans but benevolent to other life forms in nature. \n13. Unicorn: This horse-like creature with a single horn protruding from its head is popularly associated with Medieval European folklore, but it appears in earlier artworks from Mesopotamia, China, and India, making its location of origin difficult to pin down. \n14. Kitsune: These mythical foxes from Japanese folklore can be benevolent or malevolent tricksters with high levels of intelligence, the ability to shapeshift, far longer lifespans than regular foxes, and sometimes the ability to see the past and future. \n15. Sirin: From Russian mythology, this creature has the chest and head of a woman resting atop the body of a bird.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "May you write me a simple application in Vue 3 where there is a number and two buttons that increment and decrement that number?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Of course, below is an example of a bare-bones Vue application that has a number and two buttons that increment and decrement that number using inline event handling....\n\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n <title>Learning Vue</title>\n <script src=\"https://unpkg.com/vue@3.0.0\"></script>\n</head>\n<body>\n\n <div id=\"app\">\n <p>{{ num }} years old</p>\n \n <button v-on:click=\"num++\">Increase age</button>\n <button @click=\"num--\">Decrease age</button>\n </div>\n\n\n <script src=\"app.js\"></script>\n</body>\n</html>\n\nWith the accompanying Javascript file looking like this ...\n\nconst app = Vue.createApp({\n data() {\n return {\n num: 45\n }\n }\n})\n\napp.mount('#app')", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I like horror fiction books I've read everything from Stephen King, the master of that genre. Give me ten recommendations for other authors in that genre. Give me the author's name, the title of one of their more popular books, and why someone who likes to read Stephen King would like this author.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here are 10 recommendations for other authors in the horror fiction genre who you might enjoy if you like Stephen King:\n\n• Joe Hill | NOS4A2 | Hill is King's son, and his writing is very similar to his father's. He writes about the same kinds of things, like small towns, evil forces, and the dark side of humanity.\n• Paul Tremblay | The Cabin at the End of the World | Tremblay is a rising star in the horror genre, and his books are known for their suspense, scares, and well-developed characters.\n• Grady Hendrix | The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires | Hendrix is a master of blending horror and humor, and his books are always a good time.\n• Alma Katsu | The Hunger | Katsu is a historical fiction author who has turned her talents to horror with this novel about a group of Japanese-Americans who are interned in a camp during World War II and are terrorized by a supernatural force.\n• Laird Barron | The Croning | Barron is a master of cosmic horror, and his stories are full of dread and unease.\n• Caitlin Kiernan | The Red Tree | Kiernan is a versatile author who writes in a variety of genres, but she is best known for her horror fiction. Her stories are often dark and disturbing, but they are also beautifully written.\n• Stephen Graham Jones | My Heart is a Chainsaw | Jones is a Native American author who writes about the dark side of small-town America. His books are full of suspense, scares, and social commentary.\n• Victor LaValle | The Ballad of Black Tom | LaValle is a critically acclaimed author who writes about race, identity, and horror. His books are always thought-provoking and well-written.\n•Tananarive Due | My Soul to Keep | Due is a Black author who writes about race, culture, and horror. Her books are always thought-provoking and well-written.\n• Clive Barker | The Hellbound Heart | Barker is a master of horror, and his books are full of suspense, scares, and well-developed characters. His most famous work is the novella The Hellbound Heart, which was adapted into the film Hellraiser.\n\nI hope you enjoy these recommendations!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an imaginative and funny short story about two cavemen inventing the game of catch. Their names should be Oh and Bo. Narrate in the style of David Attenborough.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here we observe two young cavemen performing a ritual not yet understood by science. It seems they are called Oh, and Bo and these two young members of the group have wandered off to entertain themselves. This could be because their mother told them to \"go play.\" Regardless, the two seem to be having fun chucking rocks at one another. Oh, dear. It seems that one of the rocks has glanced off Bo's arm. The noises he makes communicate pain and distress. It doesn't look as though they'll be playing that particular game much longer.\n\nNow they've changed their tactic. Oh is throwing a rock near Bo. Bo looks at it cautiously, wondering if it might jump up and bite him again. Deciding the rock is again harmless, he picks it up and flings it back. It lands next to Oh and they clap in delight. A new game! Oh and Bo take turns throwing a single rock near the other person, who then retrieves it and returns the projectile. \n\nOh, no! It looks like Oh has thrown the rock directly at Bo. Bo lifts his hands to his face to protect himself and finds that the rock has landed squarely in his hands. He looks at it in bewilderment. Why didn't he think of this before? He could simply catch the thrown rock in his hands to save the extra step of picking it up. Bo grunts enthusiastically at Oh to communicate his discovery. What a remarkable opportunity to see evolution in action!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a funny tale about a terrible employee at a burger restaurant who gets caught slacking on the job and is delivered justice. Include notes of disgust in your writing, and make sure the employee (Clay) is unlikable.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "“What are you, the health inspector?” laughed Clay while brushing past the stranger who was giving him a dirty look. The disdain came from the fact the stranger, who indeed was the regional health inspector, determined there was no possibility Clay could have washed his hands between the brief moment when the toilet flushed and the doorknob turned.\n\nClay was a cook at a small burger restaurant. For the most part, Clay was a decent worker, except he had a loud mouth and a short temper. An additional character flaw of Clay’s was not having the greatest sense of awareness about him. Maintaining this, he never saw his coworkers attempting to gain his attention via flailing arms. If he had given them his attention, they surely would have made certain Clay knew who he was talking to and, possibly, might have kept him from making any further mistakes.\n\nSince the attempt had failed, Clay continued his normal behavior. He returned to his grill station and produced his spatula from his rear pocket. The health inspector never saw him pick up any utensils, so Clay must have taken the spatula into the bathroom with him. Purely disgusted, the health inspector walked over to Clay’s station to continue his assessment.\n\n“If you want a burger,” Clay rolled his eyes and turned away, “you are going to have to put an order in up front. However, when you do that, make sure they tell me who it is for so I can prepare it special, just for you.” The health inspector, assuming Clay’s special burger was nothing anyone would want to consume, realized Clay was not fit to serve food to the public. Finally, the stranger pulled his wallet from a coat pocket and revealed his credentials. Clay could not believe it. In shock, his mouth stayed open long enough for a thin stream of drool to fall from his mouth and land on the cooktop. “I will be sure to include this in the report, too.” grinned the health inspector.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What type of job does the main character of this movie have?\n\n50 First Dates is a 2004 American romantic comedy drama film directed by Peter Segal and starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore with Rob Schneider, Sean Astin, Lusia Strus, Blake Clark, and Dan Aykroyd in supporting roles. It follows the story of Henry, a womanizing marine veterinarian who falls for an art teacher named Lucy. When he discovers she has amnesia, and forgets him when she falls asleep, he resolves to win her over again each new day.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The main character, Henry, is a marine veterinarian. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "We've planned a trip to Niagara Falls, but want a few fun activities to do other than the falls. Are there any fun parks or nightlife?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Yes, there are plenty of fun parks and nightlife places to visit near Niagara Falls. Sure! Here are a few fun activities to do on your trip to Niagara Falls:\n1. Niagara Amusement Park and Splash World: Ride rollercoasters and water rides. Enjoy live entertainment about the Old West.\n2. Bird Kingdom: Visit hundreds of tropical birds and exotic animals in the largest free-flying indoor aviary on Earth.\n3. Fallsview Casino Resort: Play with over 3,000 gaming machines and 100 gaming tables in the largest gaming resort in Canada. The resort also has a spa, shops, and cafes.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write me a newspaper report from the day after Humpty Dumpty fell off the wall, reporting on the events of the incident.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Yesterday, an egg only identified as Humpty Dumpty reportedly fell off a wall. According to eyewitnesses, he was smashed to pieces. One witness, who spoke on condition of anonymity, \"All, I could see was Humpty sitting on the wall. Next thing you know, he had a great fall.\" Reliable sources tell us that all the king's horses and men were called upon to assist, but despite their best efforts, they failed to reassemble Humpty Dumpty. He was subsequently rushed to the nearest Egg Repatching Unit. Efforts to reach Mr. Dumpty or the king's horses and men for comment have been fruitless at this juncture.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How does the lack of an atmosphere on the Moon affect the temperatures on its surface?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The Moon lacks a substantial atmosphere. This absence greatly impacts its surface temperature, leading to one of the most extreme thermal environments in the solar system. During the lunar daytime, the surface temperature can rise to around 253 degrees Fahrenheit. Conversely, in the lunar nighttime, the temperature can drop as low as -243 degrees Fahrenheit. The stark contrast is due to the absence of an atmosphere, which on Earth helps distribute heat and mitigate temperature extremes. These intense temperature swings present significant challenges for human exploration and potential habitation. For astronauts, their spacesuits must be designed to withstand these temperature extremes. Similarly, equipment and habitation structures would need to be resilient to such temperatures. These temperatures can cause materials to expand and contract, potentially leading to structural failure over time.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "When did Susan B. Anthony die?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Susan B. Anthony was the suffragette leader who barnstormed for women's rights in the state of Colorado. She was a well-known civil rights activist and a prominent leader of the woman's suffrage movement. She visited Colorado in 1877 to advocate for women's suffrage before an upcoming referendum. While she spent little time in the state, Susan B. Anthony played a very important role in making it one of the first states to grant women the right to vote. She died on March 13, 1906, in Rochester, New York. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm creating a moving checklist and want to make sure my address is changed with every resource. What are some things I should add to my checklist?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Change your address with all government agencies - \n\nThere are a few government agencies you will need to notify when you move. Places such as the post office or social security office are a good place to start. Other institutions you may need to notify include your pension plan or the DMV. \n\n2. Change your address with all healthcare services and providers - \n\nIf you plan to stay with the same healthcare providers, all you will need to do is request to update your files with your new address. However, suppose you are moving farther away and transferring to a new doctor. In that case, you must obtain your medical records from your previous providers, such as your doctor, dentist, veterinarian, and other specialists.\n\n3. Change your address with all personal sources and contacts - \n\nThere are several personal sources that you will need to give your change of address to, such as your friends and family members, as well as anyone in your community you want to stay in touch with. You will also need to reach out to any clubs or organizations your children belong to so that they can still be involved with them or join up with a different chapter in their new hometown.\n\n4. Change your address with your insurance companies - \n\nYour insurance providers like your health insurance, life insurance, or auto insurance companies will need to know about your change of address. You can call them and speak with an agent to make sure your information is changed on time. Or, you may also be able to update the information online if possible. If applicable, don't forget to also change your address with other insurance companies such as dental insurance providers or your employment insurance program. \n\n5. Change your address with Utilities and other services if applicable -\n\nThe need to update your address with your utility companies and other service providers depends on if you will still be using the same provider at your new place of residence. Suppose you are moving to a new area where you will use a different company for your electricity or your water. If that is the case, you will need to let your current providers know the exact dates you want your utilities shut off at your old residence. You will also need to let your new providers know when you want your services turned on at your new home. \n\n\n6. Change your address with your financial services - \n\nWith your financial services, along with updating your address, you may also want to consider transferring to a new branch or a different bank entirely if your current provider doesn't have a branch near your new place of residence. For other financial services, such as loan providers and credit card companies, most will allow you to change your address and other personal details online. Be sure to notify all of your credit card issuers of your new address. \n\n\n7. Change your address with online services - \n\nYou will also need to update your online profiles and accounts with your various online services. It may be the most accessible category since you can make all these changes online without needing to fill out and drop off any paper forms. If you do a lot of online shopping, you likely have your current address saved on your accounts with your favorite online retailers as well. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please conduct a short interview with a dog about their opinion on squeaky toys. I want the dog to talk like a human, not just bark.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Interviewer: Welcome, Spots! Thank you for joining us for an interview today. \n\nSpots: Woof! \n\nInterviewer: Now, Spots. The people want to know: what is your stance on squeaky toys?\n\nSpots: Woof, woof! Squeaky toys? I love ‘em, oh yes, I do! Do you have one? Let’s play!\n\nInterviewer: Now, now. Sorry Spots, I don’t have a squeaky toy on me at the moment, but we can play later. What is it about squeaky toys do you love so much?\n\nSpots: What else is there to love but the squeak? I love, love, love those sweet squeaks! It’s music to my floppy ears, and I feel like a big scary wolf.\n\nInterviewer: So the squeaking is appealing to your hunting instincts?\n\nSpots: Woof! Yes! Then I tear a hole in it, and my human has to take it away, and I am sad. \n\nInterviewer: Oh, no. Well, they do that so you don’t hurt yourself. Your human gets you a new one, right?\n\nSpots: Yes, yes! I’m never without a squeaky toy for long! *smiles and pants*\n\nInterviewer: Well, that wraps up our interview. Thank you for joining us, Spots!\n\nSpots: Thank you! Woof!\n\nInterview: Good boy!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Turn this into a haiku\n\nFirst Snow\nMarie Louise Allen\n\nSnow makes whiteness where it falls.\nThe bushes look like popcorn-balls.\nAnd places where I always play,\nLook like somewhere else today.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Snowflakes gently fall,\nBushes adorned in white spheres,\nPlaygrounds transformed now.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write the beginning of a short story about a 32-year-old female librarian named Felicity who has recently discovered she has magical powers. Describe her personality, physical appearance, and hobbies, including that she has an orange cat named Felix. Add that her powers include telekinesis and weather control. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Felicity was a soft-spoken librarian who enjoyed a quiet life with Felix, her ginger cat. When she wasn't working at the library, Felicity enjoyed cycling, bowling, and weekly meetings with the local book club. Her friends would describe her as soft-spoken and compassionate. \nHowever, shortly after her 32nd birthday, Felicity's life was turned upside down. Suddenly, objects started moving around on their own, seeming to come to her at the first thought of need. Even stranger, the weather seemed to reflect her moods perfectly. After a few days of odd happenings, Felicity turned to her trusty books to find an answer. Although she felt a bit ridiculous looking for books about magic and witchcraft as a rational, modern-day woman, it seemed to be her only option. Surely there must be some truth in the old tales.\nFinally, after weeks of searching, Felicity stumbled across a rare collection of 18th-century grimoires. These otherworldly tomes sent a shiver up her spine, but she knew that inside one of them lay the key to understanding why this was happening to her. \nWhen she brought home the stack of ancient books, Felicity set them down on her end table with a sigh. She couldn't fathom where to begin her search. Then, with a slight growl, Felix jumped up on the table, knocked the stack of books to the floor, walked straight to the one titled The Magus, and sat on the cover. It was almost as if he was trying to tell her something. With a shake of her head, Felicity picked up the book her cat seemed to have chosen, mumbling to herself that it was as good a place to start as any. But she couldn't shake the feeling that Felix was watching her expectantly for the rest of the evening.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you give me instructions on how to sharpen a pencil? I don’t have a pencil sharpener.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "You’ll need the following:\n\n- Pencil\n- Small sharp knife\n- Sandpaper or nail file\n\n\nHere are some instructions:\n\n1. Hold the blunt pencil in one hand and use your other hand to hold the knife at an angle to shave excess wood around the pencil graphite. Be careful and ask for help if you need it!\n2. Grab your sandpaper or nail file when you’re satisfied with the tip you’ve created with your knife. Rub the tip of your pencil in small back-and-forth motions using the same slight angular motion.\n3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you like the fresh point on your pencil. Remember to test the sharpness on a scrap piece of paper.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I need a Python script that takes the list below and calculates how many players are available for each day. Then find the day with the highest amount of player availability and show me the names of each player that is available for that day. \n\nplayers = [{'name': 'Bob', 'availability': ['Monday', 'Tuesday', 'Friday']}, {'name': 'Ben Tyson', 'availability': ['Tuesday', 'Thursday', 'Saturday']}, {'name': 'Joyce Sellers', 'availability': ['Monday', 'Wednesday', 'Friday', 'Saturday']}, {'name': 'Milly Rock', 'availability': ['Wednesday', 'Thursday', 'Sunday']}, {'name': 'Stephen Adams', 'availability': ['Thursday', 'Saturday']}, {'name': 'Joe Lynn', 'availability': ['Monday', 'Thursday']}, {'name': 'Latasha Bryan', 'availability': ['Monday', 'Sunday']}, {'name': 'Crystal Brewer', 'availability': ['Thursday', 'Friday', 'Saturday']}, {'name': 'JB Jr.', 'availability': ['Tuesday', 'Wednesday', 'Thursday', 'Sunday']}, {'name': 'Michel Trujillo', 'availability': ['Monday', 'Tuesday', 'Wednesday']}]", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I can assist you with that. Here is a Python script that calculates the number of players available for each day, calculates the day with the most available players, and prints out the player names who are available that day.\n\n```Python\n# Calculate how many players are available for each day\ndef populate_availability(players_list, availability):\n for player in players_list:\n for day in player['availability']:\n availability[day] += 1\n\n# Calculate the day with the most available players\ndef find_best_day(availability_table_table):\n highest_num = 0\n best_day = ''\n for key, value in availability_table.items():\n if value > highest_num:\n highest_num = value\n best_day = key\n return best_day\n\n# Calculate the player names that are available on the chosen day\ndef available_on_day(players_list, day):\n players_available = []\n for player in players_list:\n if day in player['availability']:\n players_available.append(player['name'])\n return players_available\n \ndays_available = {'Monday': 0, 'Tuesday': 0, 'Wednesday': 0, 'Thursday': 0, 'Friday': 0, 'Saturday': 0, 'Sunday': 0}\npopulate_availability(players, days_available)\ngame_day = find_best_day(days_available)\nattending_game_day = available_on_day(players, game_day)\n\nprint(attending_game_day)\n# Output: ['Ben Tyson', 'Milly Rock', 'Stephen Adams', 'Joe Lynn', 'Crystal Brewer', 'JB Jr.']\n```\n\nThis script has 3 functions. \n\n1. populate_availability(players_list, availability) - This calculates how many players are available for each day. The first parameter `players_list` accepts a list of players. The second parameter `availability` accepts a dictionary of the days of the week paired with the availability count.\n2. find_best_day(availability_table) - This calculates the day with the most available players. The parameter `availability_table` accepts a dictionary of the days of the week paired with the availability count.\n3. available_on_day(players_list, day) This calculates the player names that are available on the chosen day\n\nAfter the functions are defined, a default dictionary named `days_available` is created. Then each function is called and the final result containing the names of each player that is available for the game day is displayed.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you write a Facebook post for me to post on my page? I want to talk about how there are not enough products being sold right now in the color pink! It’s my favorite color. I absolutely love pink!!!", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hey, guys! If any of you want a great money-making idea, I’ve got one for you: pink products. I’m serious! There just aren’t enough products out there available in the color pink!\n\nIf you know me, and obviously you do because we’re friends on Facebook, you know that pink is my absolute favorite color. I have pink walls, pink dishes, and a pink bedspread. I even have a pink welcome mat! But what about other things?\n\nHere are some things that they really should make in the color pink; I know I would buy them: pink shower heads, pink coat hangers, pink barbecue tools, pink laserjet printers, and pink crowbars. Seriously, they make pink speculums, but they don’t have pink crowbars? They’re almost the same thing!\n\nAnyway, that’s my free business idea I’m gifting to you, friends and family! Do with it what you will. And in the meantime, I guess I have to keep buying pink paint and doing it myself!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite this recipe as a story from the perspective of a blender who makes this cheesecake recipe a lot and is friends with some of the ingredients and kitchen tools. Make it interesting to a 3rd grader.\n\nAdjust the oven rack to the lower-middle position and preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).\n\nMake the crust: If you’re starting out with full graham crackers, use a food processor or blender to grind them into fine crumbs. Pour into a medium bowl and stir in sugar until combined, and then stir in the melted butter. Mixture will be sandy. Try to smash/break up any large chunks. Pour into an ungreased 9-inch or 10-inch springform pan. With medium pressure using your hand, pat the crumbs down into the bottom and partly up the sides to make a compact crust. Do not pack down with heavy force because that makes the crust too hard. Simply pat down until the mixture is no longer crumby/crumbly and you can use the flat bottom of a small measuring cup to help smooth it all out if needed. Pre-bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and place the hot pan on a large piece of aluminum foil. The foil will wrap around the pan for the water bath in step 4. Allow crust to slightly cool as you prepare the filling.\n\nMake the filling: Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice then beat until fully combined. On medium speed, add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until just blended. After the final egg is incorporated into the batter, stop mixing. To help prevent the cheesecake from deflating and cracking as it cools, avoid over-mixing the batter as best you can. You will have close to 6 cups of batter.\n\nPrepare the simple water bath (see note): Watch my video tutorial below; the visual guide will assist you in this step. Boil a pot of water. You need 1 inch of water in your roasting pan for the water bath, so make sure you boil enough. I use an entire kettle of hot water. As the water is heating up, wrap the aluminum foil around the springform pan. Place the pan inside of a large roasting pan. Pour the cheesecake batter on top of the crust. Use a rubber spatula or spoon to smooth it into an even layer. Carefully pour the hot water inside of the pan and place in the oven. (Or you can place the roasting pan in the oven first, then pour the hot water in. Whichever is easier for you.)\n\nBake cheesecake for 55–70 minutes or until the center is almost set. If you notice the cheesecake browning too quickly on top, tent it with aluminum foil halfway through baking. When it’s done, the center of the cheesecake will slightly wobble if you gently shake the pan. Turn the oven off and open the oven door slightly. Let the cheesecake sit in the oven in the water bath as it cools down for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and water bath, then cool cheesecake completely uncovered at room temperature. Then cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.\n\nUse a knife to loosen the chilled cheesecake from the rim of the springform pan, then remove the rim. Using a clean sharp knife, cut into slices for serving. For neat slices, wipe the knife clean and dip into warm water between each slice.\n\nServe cheesecake with desired toppings (see Note). Cover and store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "At first, the human puts my friend, the metal oven rack, into the lower middle section of the oven. The human then turns the knob to 177 degrees Celsius to wait for the cheesecake mixture.\n\nNext, the human takes out a bag of graham crackers and then uses me to blend the crackers into fine crumbs. After the crackers are blended, they are mixed with sugar, which I see a lot. Melted butter is also added to the cracker-sugar mixture. As the mixture is sandy, the human mashes the large chunks and pours the mixture into a cake pan. They apply pressure onto the mixture in the cake pan to make a compact crust. The human should only apply sufficient pressure on the crust till it is no longer crumbly. If they use too much pressure, the cheesecake crust will be very hard to bite into, or so they say. The crust is then baked for 10 minutes and then placed onto a hot pan on a piece of aluminium foil. \n\nNow it's time to make the cheesecake batter! First, the human uses a mixer to beat the cream cheese and, my friend, sugar (again) in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth. Sour cream, vanilla extract and lemon juice are also added to the mixture. Once the mixture is fully combined, the human adds eggs one at a time and beats them into the mixture. The human stops mixing once the last egg is fully incorporated into the batter. It is important not to over-mix the batter as the cheesecake may deflate and crack as it cools.\n\nAfter that, the human boils a pot of water and wraps the pan that holds the crust in a piece of aluminium foil. The aluminium foil-wrapped pan is then placed into the larger pan. The cheesecake batter is poured onto the crust, and once that is done, the human adds the boiling water into the larger pan. The boiling water surrounds the pan with the cheesecake batter and crust. The human then puts the larger pan into the oven.\n\nThe human then turns the oven's timer to around 60 minutes. If the human notices that the cheesecake is browning too quickly at the surface, they would tent it with aluminium foil. Once the cake is baked, the cheesecake will wobble slightly when the pan is gently shaken. The human then turns off the oven and leaves the door open while leaving the cheesecake inside for an hour. The cheesecake is then left to cool uncovered until it reaches room temperature. Once cool, it is covered and refrigerated for at least 4 hours.\n\nAfter more than 4 hours pass, the human uses a knife to loosen the cake from the pan and removes the rim. If the human wants neat, perfect slices, the cake knife must be dipped in warm water between each slice.\n\nThe cheesecake is done and can now be served with desired toppings! The cake will last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to do a report on hot springs and how they are made. Can you write up a 100-200 words explanation of how they form and the possible benefits of them? Be sure to mention if there is more than one way for them to form but focus on the most common. Also include the areas where they are most likely to form.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There are several ways that hot springs can form, but most commonly form when water, either rainwater or groundwater, is heated by the magma that sits under the Earth’s crust. The crust can form cracks and faults throughout its layers which allows water to flow deeper, closer to the magma, bringing its temperature up. This heated water is then forced back to the surface from the underground pressure creating hot springs. Another way for them to form is by rainwater being absorbed into the ground and heated by radioactive decay present throughout the crust before being forced back to the surface. In fact, water is heated by an additional 15 degrees Fahrenheit with every 1,000 feet it goes down. Many people credit hot springs with healing properties due to their high mineral content. During its time underground, the water of hot springs is known to have a high content of lithium, calcium, and radium. However, some hot springs can get dangerously hot or contain harmful chemicals and should be avoided.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a story where people are playing volleyball on the beach when the sun explodes. End the story with it all being a dream in the end. Include the names of two characters. Make the story above 200 words, but below 250.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Jake and Marvin were walking along the beach with a volleyball which was freshly pumped with air. They made their way towards the net and started to gather other people to play. Jake went one way on the beach, while Marvin went the other. They each talked to people as they worked their way down the beach and found two full teams of players. Once everyone made it back to the net, they began to hit the ball back and forth while laughing and talking. The sun was at the top of the sky beaming down on them, and its rays reflected out of many pairs of sunglasses. \n\nThe temperature continued to climb as the group played. After half an hour, Marvin noticed that something was off. Every player was sweating profusely, and the game slowed significantly. Marvin checked the temperature on his phone, he was bewildered by what he saw. The weather app stated that it was 120°F, and there was a severe weather alert. Before he could say anything to the group, the sun began to grow brighter and brighter. Everyone was blinded, and they tried to shield their eyes. The sun then exploded in a burst of color, and Jake woke up with a jolt. He was sweating in his bed, it was all just a dream. Relieved, he turned over and went back to sleep.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What is the largest vehicle on earth?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The world's largest vehicle is the RWE Bagger 288, owned by German company RWE AG and created in 1978, it sits at over 700 feet long and weighs 13,000 tons. It is used as an excavator to dig up coal in mountainous areas. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an article under 400 words about the 2008 Writers Strike and what could happen if it happened again in the near future. Favor the writers and use a tone that you might find in material about or by the IWW.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "In 2007, the Writer’s Guild of America exited negotiations with the entertainment industry’s leading companies with grim news. There had not been an agreement on their demands for fair compensation, and the members voted to strike. For 99 days, writers of America stood strong in a striking demonstration of what workers can do to create equity in the workplace. Now, with inflation and interest rates rising without wages increasing, we see the possibility of another strike on the horizon. \n\nWGA’s history of protesting seems to garner more and more attention each time it happens. After all, entertainment in America rests on those who write it. With innovations in broadcast television, streaming, and cinema, Americans have access to content created by writers who belong to WGA more now than ever before. While the possibility of another strike in times of economic strife may seem daunting to some, the historical credence of solidarity is a consistent guiding flame. \n\nSome demands that may be featured in future talks with Hollywood’s executive class include provisions for healthcare, the preservation of writers' rooms, and the restriction of AI-generated content. While the first two issues have been known to be a large part of past protests, artificial intelligence is certainly a newer and larger challenge.\n\nIt's black and white the reasons why writers are a backbone of society, and the moral compass of one's right to strike always points as a guidance for action.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a poem for a 12 years old child that visualizes the imaginary friends of a small child. It could rhyme and show the physicality of those imaginary friends. Depict the moods of each child. One friend is an angry monster. One is a small thing like asparagus who has big toes. A giant Broccoli is another friend who’s almost as big as this child. The child’s name is Devon.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "In the mind of Devon, a world full of wonder,\nWhere imaginary friends play and never sunder,\nA monster with fangs and eyes all aglow,\nGrowls and grunts, his anger on show.\n\nA small thing, like an asparagus with toes so big,\nGiggles and jumps, like a lively whirling twig,\nDancing and prancing, never still or tame,\nWith an odd personality, but never the same.\n\nThen comes the giant broccoli, so tall and grand,\nAlmost as big as Devon, so mighty it stands,\nAlthough big and strong, this friend is full of grace,\nHis face is like a smile and heart, solace.\n\nThey all are unique no matter the place,\nThey play all day with smiles on their face,\nTheir moods were so lively, their colors so bright,\nHis imaginary friends are a beautiful sight.\n\nSo let Devon play on with his imaginary band,\nAnd let his friends lead him to an enchanted land,\nFor in their safe embrace, the child will always find,\nA world full of wonder, where friendships intertwine.", "role": "assistant" } ]