Problem: Continue the following story.

Ryan had gained some weight over the holidays but Ian hadn't, so
Here's how I want to continue it: Ryan increased the amount of walking they did for exercise.

Problem: Continue the following story.

The eggs were not as delicious as the sandwiches, because the
Here's how I want to continue it: sandwiches were very fresh.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Laura was great at playing the drums but not Victoria.
Here's how I want to continue it:
Victoria had taken years of lessons to play guitar.