Context: Taylor thanks Skylar's mom for giving them a ride home from the dance, as their own parents were out of town.

Skylar's mom is so kind, she gave me a ride home from the dance.

I got a ride with my friend Mark. I'm glad you got home safe.

Yeah my parents are still out of town.

I hope you sleep okay tonight given the situation.

Yeah I will. I text my parents every night.

Great, I'll keep in touch.


Context: Sasha went and bough Kia tickets to the game tonight. Kai got Sasha's tickets from them.

Sasha bought me tickets for tonight's basketball game! I'm so excited!

That's awesome! Are you and her going together?

No she just gave me both. I can take whoever I want.

I have a great idea on who you should take.

Oh really? Who's that? It would have to be someone who loves basketball as much as I do.

It's me!


Sasha bought my tickets.

Okay great I already got mine.

Sasha came over and handed them to me.

Are you excited for the big game tonight?

Yeah I haven't seen baseball in so long.

Let's make a bet.


Context: Sasha knew that the school was low on pencils for the kids. Sasha supplied every pencil to the school for them.

I brought some extra pencils for the test today since we were low.

That's great, I saw that we were low but forgot to bring extra.

I'm going to give every kid at least three pencils so they don't run out.

You're an amazing teacher to them.


Did you know that the school keeps running out of pencils for the children?

How could that happen? Is there some kind of pencil shortage?

I'm not sure, but now I just buy the pencils and supply them myself.

That's good of you to do, how are the kids supposed to work with no way to write?

They sure do need them.

Does the school reimburse you for the cost of the pencils?


Context: Casey followed Quinn's lead to battle. They made a great team.

I followed Quinn during the battle and we slew a lot of enemies.

Quinn is quite the fighter.

Yeah, he spotted all the openings the enemy had.

Will you follow him during the next battle?

Of course, he's so skilled.

I think you'll learn a lot from following Quinn.


We won a huge battle today.

What type of battle and with who?

It was a video game battle that I followed Quinn into.

That sounds like fun.

Yeah especially since we won.

I'm happy for you guys!


Context: Jan threw Aubrey back into the penalty box for another 10 minutes after their second foul during the match.

Jan! Why the hell did you throw me back in the penalty box?

I told you, Aubrey, no more slashing the goalie with your stick.

I couldn't help it! I think they were cheating!

Well, there's no proof of that so the burden is on you, so you will sit in the box for 10 minutes.

That means you've got about 10 minutes before I get out and slash your head for being a donkey!

You do and you can sit the whole hockey game in the box, doesn't matter to me.


I think the referee is picking on me today.

They were making bad calls all game.

I feel like our team has a target on their back.

Hopefully that's not the case because your season could be ruined.

If we want to win we just have to fight the refs as well.

That's the attitude to have and you'll be all right.


I really don't think I deserved to be sent to the penalty box.

I don't know. I mean, after that last foul, I don't blame them.

That wasn't my fault. Jan just blames everything on me.

It was your second foul and the game has barely begun.

Whose side are you on anyway?

Only the side of the truth, my friend.


I had to go back into the Penalty Box during the game.

You said back. You'd already been?

Jan put me back in after my second foul.

So you'd already had a foul in the game?

It was called a foul. I don't see it that way though.

That's too bad when that happens. Just try to avoid that kind of behavior so you don't have to stay in The Penalty Box so much.


Context: At the end of their first date, Cameron gave Alex a peck on the cheek.

I think I'll go out with Cameron again.  It was a good date.

First date that went well?  Tell me more!

I met him at the diner for dinner and we talked.  We just seemed to connect.

Oh nice!  You love the diner.  Any sparks?

Yes!  As we were leaving, he gave me a peck on the cheek.

That's exciting!  Hope he calls you again soon.


Cameron gave me a kiss

What kind of kiss?

Just on the cheek.

That is so sweet.

I think he's a keeper.

Time will tell.


I really had fun tonight!

Where did he take you for the first date?

We just went to the movies and out to dinner.

Did he try anything?

He asked to give me a kiss on the cheek. A sweet guy!


Context: In their article, Michigan gave the reader a thorough analysis of Riley's perspective.

I just wrote a detailed article explaining Riley's perspective.

I would love to read that.

You can be sure to gain a clear insight into Riley's perspective.

Has the article been published?

You should be able to see it in tomorrow's paper.

I really look forward to that.


I was reading through and figured I give a thorough analysis of Riley's perspective.

What do you think of how she feels on the idea of immigration reform?

I believe she incorporates a lot of good ideas for having different paths to citizenship.

There's a certain crowd that also feels that there should not be those paths available.

While I agree that legal immigration should be the only way to go, I don't know about disincentivizing people that are here without their choice.

Yes, there is not an easy solution for that issue now.


Context: Riley and Sasha went hiking. Sasha was more experienced and went ahead before realizing it and stopping. Riley hurried to catch up to her height on the trail.

So I went on a hike yesterday with Sasha.

Oh nice. How was it?

It was okay but Sasha was much faster than I was.

Were you having issues keeping up?

I really was! I had to hurry up the hill to catch up to her.

I bet you did!


I went hiking with Sasha and I have to say she is so experienced I could hardly keep up.

I bet you couldn't. She is so good at hiking.

I had to keep running to keep up with her as the trail inclined.

I would have just given up and waited at the bottom.

I almost did but I wanted to make it to the top!

You are more determined than me !


I went hiking with Sasha yesterday.

How did it go? I know she goes hiking a lot.

It was really hard. She stormed ahead without realising it and had to stop and wait for me.

That's nice of her. How do you feel today?

I'm exhuasted.


Context: Remy didn't want anyone to know. They had an important secret to keep.

I know I have been acting distant lately, but it is for good reason.

Is everything alright with you? I have been a bit worried honestly.

I am fine, but it is important that I keep my distance and keep a secret for now.

Okay, well if you need anything you know I am here to talk.

Of course and I promise I will come to you if I need help.

Ok good because you mean a lot to me.


Context: Even though they were told not to touch the thermostat, Austin raised the temperature by a degree.

I'm raising the temps here.

Why are you doing that?

It's so cold.

No it's not, I'm hot as hell.

Ok, I'll go get a jacket then.

Sorry friend.


It is way too cold in here so I am turning the temperature up a bit.

We were told not to touch it man.

I don't care, it is cold.

You are going to get in trouble and get all of us in trouble too.

No if I get caught I will say it was just me who did it.

Thanks because I really like this class and I don't want to get kicked out.


I hate being cold and our house is always freezing. My mom is a freak about not moving the thermostat.

I hate being cold too. I couldn't deal with it set so low.

The other day I moved it up a degree. She still hasn't noticed!

You better move that back or your mom is going to become furious with you!

I know, but I kind of want to see how long I can get away with it set a degree higher.

Your mom is going to get so mad at you. I would move it back before you get caught!


Context: Jan had a nomadic nature and couldn't settle down. Jan moved from place to place.

Hi, thanks again for inviting me over for dinner, I really appreciate it.

Oh it's no problem, I enjoy the company and I don't see new faces in church that often so it was a nice surprise, you coming to our tiny little town. Where are you from?

Well I grew up in North Carolina but I was also an Army brat, so we moved around a lot. I've lived in so many places I don't even think I could name them all.

So where did you live before moving here?

Just before moving here I was in Washington for a few months, before that I as in Virginia for a few months, and before that I was in Ohio for a few months. I still have a nomadic nature and don't stay in one place for very long.

Well that has to give you lots of stories and adventures to talk about.


I have changed location more than 4 times this year

Why that? you don't like places you stay?

I jus have this nomadic nature and couldn't settle down

You should try and control that.


Context: Ash ate chicken for dinner. Then he went to the gym.

I want to get even stronger.

Have you changed your diet?

Yeah, I'm eating more chicken.

That's good. It has a lot of protein.


I shouldn't have eaten so much before going to the gym.

What did you eat?

A whole rotisserie chicken.

How much did it weigh?

Minus the bones, probably two pounds.

Wow, were you excessively sweating during your workout?


I know what I'm eating tonight.

What is that?

I'm going to eat chicken for dinner and then I'm off to the gym.

Isn't it better to eat after working out?


I had a tasty fried chicken dinner tonight.

Sounds yummy, did you also eat mashed potatoes?

No, I cut out the carbs because I went to the gym after dinner and didn't want to be bloated.

Was the chicken enough food to get you through your workout?

The chicken gave me plenty of energy. I ate some more when I got home.

I think I'll start eating chicken before working out too.


Context: Wanting to raise money for breast cancer, Addison took part in the Life Race.

I was so excited to help out in the Life Race.

Who does that raise money for?

That is the race to help support breast cancer.

My aunt died of breast cancer, so I know this is a great cause.

Yes, I was so happy to help support those in need.

That is wonderful, I'm proud of you.


I wanted to do something about a cause I believe is important.

What did you have in mind?

I wanted to raise money for breast cancer.

Did you have any ideas?

I took part in the Life Race.

That was very noble of you.


I need to find a way to raise money ?

Why do you need to raise money?

I need to raise money for breast cancer.

Okay, do you have a plan?

Yes, I'm taking part in the Life Race.

Good, that's a good plan.


I am interested in the Life Race.  It's to raise money for breast cancer.

When is it?

It's the last Saturday of next month.  Did you want run with me?

I think I am busy that weekend.  My friend is having her birthday party.  I'll donate to the cause though.

Cool.  I need to start running every morning to prepare.

How long is the race?


Context: Addison got her story straight before going to the police station to lie for her friend.

I am headed to the police station.

What are you going there for?

My friend needs me there.

You sure are a true friend.

I will do my best even I have to lie.

I don't think it's worth it.


I lied for my friend.

You told the police a lie?

Yes I had to lie in order for them to be safe.

You should feel a little bad.

I do but I felt awful for them.

I don't condone it.


I just went to the police station and told them a fake story.

Why would you do that?

I had to lie for my friend or else she would have gotten into a lot of trouble.

Aren't you afraid you're going to get punished for lying to the police?

I do. But I think I'll be fine since I got my story straight.

I hope you know what you're doing.


Context: Taylor was upset about a problem they were having. Lee told Taylor how to re-frame the problem into an opportunity.

Tell me what's troubling you Taylor and I'll see if I can help.

I just feel like I'm going nowhere at work. I've been doing the same thing for three years now.

Have you talked to your boss about this? Maybe they think you're happy in your position?

Yes and they just keep kicking the can. I think they just don't want to train anyone new to do my job because I'm good at it.

Well, even before this you mentioned that you'd prefer to work in a different environment. Maybe this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Spruce up your resume and find out what's out there.

That's a great idea. Thanks Lee!


I know you going through some stuff aren't you?

Yeah, I am. I just hate not being able to find a job.

Try to look at the positive side. You can only control what you can do.

Yea, I understand that. It just gets discouraging.

I definitely understand that, but if you keep doing the right thing, it'll be fine.

Thank you so much for looking at the positive side of things.


Context: After a long drive they finally arrived at the hotel and Jordan got Lee's things out of the car.

I am so glad we are finally here.

I know, it only took three hours to get here.

Okay let me open the door here.

No wait, I will open the door for you.

Thanks, I appreciate that.

Okay hand me your bags please, I will carry them.


Thanks for getting my stuff Jordan.

Your welcome, it was a long drive.

Yeah I am exhausted

I will finish unloading car and we can sleep.

It feels good to stand up after driving so long.

Yeah it does.


That was the longest ride ever. I couldn't believe it when we finally got to the hotel.

It really is kind of a long drive, though.

Not that long. There were road crews and detours everywhere. Then Jordan got my luggage and it took another hour.

Why another hour?

They couldn't find my reservation. They had to give us another room.

Sounds like a nightmare trip. Make sure no one puts you in a dungeon.


Finally, time to relax. It's a beautiful hotel, Jordan.

Let me grab your things and carry them to the room.

I can help you carry it. I'm anxious to hit the beach.

I want a short nap. It was a long drive.

We should grab a bite to eat too, then hit the beach.

At least we have a full week here to relax.


Context: Aubrey had worked 10 days straight as some of her colleagues were off sick so when Aubrey had their first day off they enjoyed their day.

I've been working for 10 straight days

What for?

Just saving for college.

Let's take the day off to party.

Sounds good.

Work isn't everything.


I am so tired.

Have you had a bad week?

I had to work ten days straight. A lot of my co-workers have been sick.

Well, I guess you can at least be thankful that you are healthy!

I guess you are right. I'm just going to enjoy my first day off in a long time.

Yes, make sure to relax. You deserve it.


Context: Alex signed up for a programming contest with his colleagues and to his surprise, he won the contest.

I signed up for a programming contest with my colleagues and guess what, we won!

You guys must be great programmers.

We had a good idea and we implemented it.  We were up against some tough competition.

What did you win?

We get a cash prize of ten thousand dollars.  The organizer is also donating a thousand dollars to our favorite charity.

Everyone wins.


Context: Kendall closed the door with a slam after Sydney left.  It had been a bad fight.

Sydney why don't you ever listen to me?

I do listen to you, but I am my own person and sometimes I just need to do things my own way!

I understand that but when it comes to important matters you need to listen to me!

I am my own person Kendall and I will do what I want!

I have had enough of this I'm leaving!

Thanks for slamming the door on your way out!


Context: Alex was babysitting one night and got hungry while there. Alex decided to get pizza.

There's something about babysitting and eating pizza.

I know, even Hollywood plays that in their movies.

Every movie or TV show the babysitter always gets pizza.

They go hand-in-hand like turkey on Thanksgiving.

That's a good analogy.

Once in a while I have something clever to say.


Context: Cameron played basketball with some friends, and afterward they were all tired and hungry.

That was exhausting. I just got back from an intense game of basketball.

Basketball is a very demanding and taxing sport. You spend a lot of energy moving around.

I was playing point guard so I had to constantly bring the ball up the court and chase after the opposing guard.

And basketball games are pretty long as well so you're out there for quite a while.

Naturally, we were all tired and hungry after the game.

Do you have any plans for dinner?


Man I'm beat

Yeah that was a great game.

It was, how many rebounds did you get.

I lost count after 10, you were on fire with your threes.

I know, its like I had a magnet in the ball.

They really didn't stand a chance.


Context: Taylor extended their power by making sure all of their opponents were either dead or disgraced.

I have the perfect formula for success.

What does that entail?

I have ways to extend my power.

How do you do that?

It is as easy as making sure all of my opponents are either dead or disgraced.

Whatever works for you pal.


Context: Taylor was an outstanding boy scout and Taylor obtained every badge by the time they were 12.

I was a Boy Scout until I graduated high school.

Do you lose membership after you become an adult?

I don't know, but I got every badge by the time I was 12.

Did scouting lose its appeal then?

No, since I helped younger kids receive their badges.

Does that organization allow girls into the program now?


Context: Jesse spent money online buying cosmetics, jewelry and clothing.

I spent a lot of money online last night!

What did you buy?

A whole bunch of clothing, jewelry and cosmetics.

Why did you buy all those things?

Because I like to keep up with fashion and be trendy.

It would of been better to wait for all of that stuff to go on sale.


Look at all of this stuff I got for a little bit of nothing.

What all did you buy online?

I got some makeup, jewelry and some clothes.  All of it was pretty cheap.

What store did you shop at?

I bought most of this from Amazon.  There have a little bit of everything on there.

I love that shop.


I spent so much money today

I hope you didn't buy clothes again

I did, along with jewlery and cosmetics

I told you to keep track of spending

I know but they all looked so pretty

You need to check yourself


Context: Quinn wasn't well liked, because they always made a lot of assumptions about everyone they came across. It was rude.

I'm not well like right now.

People are rude right now.

You need tor relax as well as others.

Just focus on work man.

Just focus on making money.

That is the spirit.


Context: Jordan is an honor student at his middle school. He plays football and baseball in his spare time. He also volunteers his time at a local animal shelter.

You know how I'm an honor student?

Yeah what about it?

And how I also play football and baseball and volunteer at the animal shelter?

Yes I know all about your accomplishments; what is your point?

I just wanted to remind you about all my accomplishments.

Consider me duly reminded.


I'm always so busy

What do you mean?

I do a lot as a honor student, I still play football and baseball in my spare time and also volunteers when I'm free at the nearby animal shelter.

Yeah, you got a full plate for someone in middle school.


Hey Liz, we need another hand at the animal shelter this weekend you in?

Sure, I wouldn't mind feeding some kittens.

Great about twelve should be good.

No problem, how do you find time for all of this, you pay so many sports on top of the schoolwork we get.

Oh its nothing really, I just like to keep active.

You're parents are the same way.


Context: Cameron was the only one at home. They at pizza for dinner.

Hey! Are you hungry?

Yeah, we could do pizza if you want.

Ok perfect. We're the only ones here so we only need one pie.

Ok, do you just want to do a plain pie?

Sounds great to me.

Perfect. Make sure you order extra cheese.


I'm all alone tonight. I ordered a pizza.

It's a pizza and movie kind of evening.

Yeah, that's a good idea since there's no one here.

You can really let it all hang out.

I will. It's actually the best pizza place in town too.

Nice! I hope you enjoy it.


Context: Tracy kept trying to get Kendall's attention. Kendall would not answer Tracy no matter how much she tried.

Tracy won't stop trying to talk to me.

What do you mean?

She keeps calling my name.

What won't you talk to her?

She's the one who got me in trouble at my job.

You should talk to her and find out why she did it.


Context: addison was good at talking to people so he decided to put it in another way.

The key to success is treating other people right.

I don't understand. How could treating people right help me?

Let me put it another way. If you scratch my back, won't I remember and be better disposed to you next time you need your back scratched?

Hm, that makes sense. Say, you're really good at talking to people.

It's really all about trying to make the message fit the person. See? I put effort into helping you, and in return, your opinion of me improved.

That makes a lot of sense, actually.


Context: Remy left the puppy behind and the neighbors had to find a new home for it.

I heard that Rex has a new home now.

You didn't take Rex with you when you moved?

No, our new apartment doesn't allow pets. I left him with the neighbors, but they only wanted him temporarily.

That's so sad! Who took him now?

A couple that the neighbors know took him. I guess they were looking for a dog anyways.

Well that was lucky. Hopefully they are good to him.


I left the puppy behind!

Where was she when you left?

she went to play i never saw it.

I hope she is okay now

Yes! the neighbor already found a new home for the puppy!

That is relaxing.


Why is everyone so mad at me. Nothing I can do.

There's a lot you can do. You just don't dump a puppy. I shoud report you.

What else can I do if they will not take pets at the dorms?

You have so many families who would love a puppy.

I tried, no one wants this runt the shelters are packed.

Excuses excuses, I'll take to pup. There's a crowd out with pitch forks waiting for you.


Context: Jesse wrote a note on the board. She really wanted her students to understand the lesson.

I hope my students can pick up this lesson easily.

You're a good teacher so I am sure that they will have no problem.

I even wrote a note on the board so they can look at it if they need it.

You really deserve a raise for all your hard work.

Thank you very much.


I was trying so hard to make sure my kids understood the content.

I hear you! Sometimes it is hard to get the lesson across.

Yeah, I was writing the notes on the board.

I hear you! Did the students understand the notes?

Yeah, they understood most of them.

That is awesome! That is the best feeling.


Context: Jordan always practices the game and in the finals, he ran the bases smoothly.

I spend my weekends at the park. They have a baseball diamond where I can practice.

Well it's paying off. I saw you in the finals.

I was really trying, for the team you know.

You ran the bases smoothly.

Too bad we didn't win.

Well it was not for lack of effort.


I always practices the game so for the finals, I ran the bases smoothly.

Are you talking about baseball?

We had a final in baseball.  The coach wanted to see how we play in a game.

So he graded you individually.

He only grades us on how much we have improved.  He's not comparing us to other students in the class.

Interesting.


Context: Skylar worked as a nurse and was looking after a very sick patient.  Their job was to monitor the patient's breathing.

I am looking after a very sick patient.

Sounds like a lot of work.

As a nurse, my job is to monitor the patient's breathing.

Better you than me.


Context: Taylor was bored sitting around her house so shes decided to ride her bike around town.

Hi friend, want to come bike riding with me? We can ride through the new forest trail in Foghorn Forest.

Wow! They finally finished it? Sounds like fun, okay I'll go get my bike.

Nice, you got new pegs on the back wheels. Hey lets cruise around for awhile before we head to the trail, yea?

Okay and yeah I bought the pegs just in case someone needs a lift. I thought you said you were going to stay inside today?

I was but then the internet went out because of a fallen pole and I was bored out of my mind so I rode around for awhile. There are a lot of people outside today.

Awesome, we should stop by the arcade and see if anyone's there that'll come with us before we head to the trail. It's going to be kind of scary going through there during dusk with just us two.


Context: After spending much time thinking about it, Bailey wanted Aubrey's parents.

I'm thinking about talking to an adult about the food in the cafeteria.

Aubrey's parents work in the kitchen. Maybe you can talk to them.

I'm wondering if I should talk to Aubrey's parents or the principal.

The principal will just relay your message to everyone who works in the cafeteria.

Okay, I'll talk to Aubrey's parents about the food.

Great idea.


I just don't know which parents to pick for this experiment.

Well who did you have in mind?

I think Bill or Aubrey's parents would be ideal.

Then you should ask them both.

No. I've made my decision. I want Aubrey's parents.

That's a good choice.


Context: Jordan and his friend were hungry and saw that there was a place they could go get food.

Do you want to go to eat at the new chinese buffet down the road?

Sure, as long as they have those wontons I love so much.

I am sure they do, it looks like a normal chinese restaurant and most of them have wontons.

I bet they even have those tasty chickens on a stick that I like so much too.

Well why don't we get there first and then decide if they have everything your heart desires, ok?

Yeah I guess that sounds like a plan.


I'm famished and don't care what we eat. What do you have a taste for?

Doesn't matter to me. I saw a place down the road a bit.

How far down? Lets turn around and go back.

OK. I just want a burger which I think that place has.

OK. Sounds great. Lets go. I could eat a horse.

LOL. You won't eat a horse. We'll get a burger and fries.


I found a nice spot with my friend yesterday.

How is the food there?

The meal we had was delightful

Who referred you to the place?

My friends and I were feeling hungry while in town so we decided to try it out.

I can't wait to try it too.


Context: Sasha dropped their engagement ring in the Quarry so Sasha spent the day digging around the quarry but sadly to no avail.

i am sorry i dropped the engagement ring in the quarry

just try to help me find it the best you can

it is going to be hard with it raining out here and it is starting to get muddy

i dont think we are going to find it

unfortunately i do think it is gone somewhere


My friend gave me her engagement ring, because she wanted me to get it cleaned at the local jeweler.

I want to see the ring. Is it pretty.

I can't find it. I dropped it in my backyard.

Let me help you find it.

I spent all day digging in the yard, but I haven't found it.

I'm sure one of us will eventually find the ring.


I lost my engagement ring.

How did that happen?

I was at the quarry, and for some reason took the ring off to look at it closely, and I dropped it.

That doesn't make any sense.

Don't rag me--I'm exhausted from digging for the ring all day.

Appartenly with no success.


Context: Quinn was trying to get Remy to talk. Quinn demanded that Remy answer but just sat there.

Remy is just the worse.

What happened this time.

I was trying to talk to him but he ignored me and remained silent.

He behaves like a child some times, how do you put up with him.

Well I love him so that's why.

Oh I see, well you should try to reach him using other methods.


Remy tell me why you killed the dog!

Yeah Remy, what the fuck is wrong with you?

Remy can you hear what I am saying?

Remy, answer the question.

I am going to kick the shit out of you if you don't answer me right now.

Remy, why have you done this? Answer us right now.


Context: Sydney had a long and tiring day at work. Sydney got home and ended the day with a bath.

You're not gonna believe how my day went today

Why, how did it go?

I just got home. A very long and tiring one. I am just taking a bath and going to bed.

Oh, you poor thing, go ahead and the rest will. Tomorrow is another day.

Yes. Thank you for checking on me. I'll pray for a better day tomorrow

Okay. Good night.


This was a very long and trying day.

What happened to make your day so long?

I got to work at 7 and did not leave until 7. And everything was a little bit off.

Yeah, that sounds like a long day. What are you going to do now?

I took bath for an hour and now I'm going to have a glass of wine.

Sounds like you deserve it. Cheers.


Wow, what a long tiring day.

Oh yeah, you worked today right?

Yes, and it was brutal.  I came home and took a bath to relax.

That was a good idea, a good long soak must have felt great.

It did, I had a glass of wine after and then went to bed.

Sounds like a perfect night!


Context: The group was late for the important meeting again. Ash asked them what happened.

So why weren't you make it to the meeting on time agaIn?

I'm so sorry, I have been having car trouble lately, and my engine has been giving me trouble and I stalled out on the way here.

Well, in the future, since you know this is an issue, you should probably start leaving earlier if you can't get it fixed.

I know, and I feel really badly about being late. I was running behind this morning, but would have still been here early if not for the car.

Well, we really need you here on time, so this can't happen again.

I completely understand. I won't do it again.


Context: After battling the way through traffic, Lee came to pick Quinn up from school.

I was late picking up Quinn today from school.

What made you so late?

My boss asked a question and I was 5 minutes late leaving and hit way more traffic than normal.

There must have been some hold up on the road that caused the extra traffic.

Yes. Road construction had started and I didn't realize it. I'll have to start leaving 20 minutes early.

I bet your boss won't be too happy about that.


So I had pic up Quinn today but the traffic was horrible.

I wonder why it was so bad today.

Im not sure but I sure do what traffic.

Yea I do too traffic is one of my biggest pet preves.


Sorry I'm late!

It's okay. Did something happen?

No, just had to pick Quinn up from school. Traffic was a nightmare.

Oh yeah, I heard there was a big accident on the main road. Did you see anything?

There were a bunch of cops and a fire truck around. It took me almost half an hour to move one mile.

Sheesh, that sounds awful.


Context: Riley looked them straight in the eye so that they would be too intimidated to perform.

I can't believe I did that.

Did what Riley?

I looked at him straight in the eyes to make them feel nervous about their performance.

Interesting tactic, do you think it worked?


Context: Jesse was at home with their family, and Jesse called them all into the living room.

I was home with my mom and dad when I found out.  It was one of the most exciting days of my life.

Do you have good news?

I got into USC.  It's my dream school.  I called my parents into the living room to tell them that I got in on a full scholarship for football.

They have such a great team.

I've been to most of their games. My dad also played football at USC when he went there.

I am so happy for you.


I hope this isnt about something bad

sounds like an important family meeting that you need to go to

I think it's about me skipping school and my dad found out

seems like youre going to be in a lot of trouble so i would try and be good

sounds like good advice


Context: Riley needed milk from the store, but didn't want to go so they sent Jordan's son.

I really want to go get milk but I don't want to go to the store, Jordan.

Well, not a problem as I'll send my son to go to the store.

Okay, that would be excellent and can he look for some honey wheat bread as well.

I'll make a list for him to look and buy the items.

Thanks for your help as I don't think I should leave the house today.

My son is always willing to help us so it's not a big deal.


I need you to get 2 gallons of milk please!

Not a problem.  What color of label?

I need the dark blue label.

Not a problem.

Here's the cash, please hurry!

I'll be back as soon as I can!


I ran out of milk for my coffee.  Jordan's son came over and he wanted to go out to buy cigarettes so I asked him to pick up a carton of milk for me.

That's convenient.

I was happy about that.  I was tired and didn't feel like going out to the store.

If Jordan's son was going to get cigarettes anyways, I am sure he didn't mind picking up some milk.

Not at all.  He came back in like ten minutes.  He just grabbed it from the store on the street corner.

That was quick.


Context: Casey had been busy asking their mom for a puppy. Casey stopped asking about it after their mom said no.

I spent the last 3 weeks asking her if I can have one.

Do you think that she is going to give in about the puppy.

No, I asked this morning and she screamed no to me, that I didn't take care of the last one.

Give it a few months and ask her again, maybe she will change her mind.


I saw a puppy at the mall the other day and wanted to take it hom so bad.

Did you ask your mom?

I've been asking her if we could buy it for days now.

What did she say?

She said no. So I just stopped.

You can always adopt a puppy.


Context: Tracy protected her teammates from injury when she saw an accident about to happen prevented it.

Man, I was so lucky. I was able to protect my teammates from injury by seeing an accident about to happen!

Don't think it was just luck. Without looking ahead, you wouldn't have seen it.

Well, it doesn't hurt to be aware, but still, it's not like I was a hero or anything.

Yeah. I think you were. It's really remarkable what you did.

Hey, it worked out great, but sometimes these things happen by being in the right place at the right time.

I agree, but give yourself the credit you deserve here. You saved your teammates from injury by looking out for them!


Context: Cameron performed for the very first time at a comedy club. Thankfully, Cameron was really funny.

I was so nervous. I thought I was going to faint.

The important thing is that you did it. That took a lot of guts.

They actually laughed at almost everything. I was shocked.

Why? Your stuff is funny, you know that.

Yeah, but you never know how a crowd is going to react.

I don't know about that. Funny is funny.


I was so nervous to perform in front of that crowd at the comedy club, I have never done that!

How do you feel it went? Did you like the place?

It was great, the owners and staff were so supportive, they all knew it was my first time in front of a crowd like that

It sounds like it went well, I wish I could have been there, I would have been your loudest supporter haha

I appreciate that, luckily it got real loud with laughter, turns out, I'm pretty funny HAHAHA

HAHA then you have picked the right career, keeping telling those jokes my friend!


Context: Alex had a discipline problem with every school he attended. Alex therefore had to change schools often.

I may have to change schools again.

You didn't get in trouble again did you?

I did but it was an accident.

Alex, they are going to send you to military school soon.

I know. I will behave at this one.

It was only a mistake; I'm sure you will do it this time.


I have to change schools, again!

Why do you keep changing schools? I hardly see you?

They say it is because of my behavior!

Have you ever thought of not acting up all of the time?

What the hell is that supposed to mean? Wanna fight?

See, that's what I'm talking about!


I hope that I wont have to switch schools so many times one day

I think so

You have been a great support in terms of trying to help me stay out of trouble mom

No problem.  I know that you are a good kid ,but to the school you are just a bad boy

I have been bad.  I need to get my life together

You really do


Hey, this is my last day here. I'm going to have to switch schools this week.

What? Why?! What did you do this time?

I pushed Billy down on the playground. He scraped his knee and told on me. They said it was the last straw.

What school are you going to?

I don't know. This is the second one this year though, they always move me around.

We're going to miss you, this is so unfair.


Context: People were bullying Riley, but Austin had Riley's back and defended him.

Thank you guys for defending me. they have been giving me problems for a long time.

im sorry that they have been doing that to you

they used to bull you last year didnt they?

yea, i took karate for about 6 months and i challenged them to a fight and beat them up.

wow, maybe i should take some karate so i could do the same thing

i would highly recommend it if you want them to stop.


Austin, they are picking on me.

Who is picking on you?

Those kids right there they made me cry.

No one messes with my little brother, hold on tight they will learn a lesson.

Thanks big bro those kids are mean.

Only I can tease you, you know that, they will regret teasing you.


Context: Cameron letf her phon and wallet at the house, so Cameron asked the first man she saw a favor. The man kindly let her use his phone.

This morning I was carried away shopping in the mall so I thought I would be late for work today.

Did you let your office know you would be late.

Unfortunately, I forgot my phone at home.

What did you do then?

I asked a favor of using phone from the gentleman I saw in the mall as soon as I realized I didn't have the phone.

I am glad it worked put for you.


Context: Sasha wanted to sneak out of the house but Sasha decided to listen to her mom instead.

I am so bored and I want to go out shopping.

Where did you go?

I ended up staying at home because my mom wanted me to.

You’re a good kid.

I realized it was late and she had no company.

I am glad you decided to stay home.


Context: Riley and Jan are lost in the woods. Riley saves Jan's life by using their survival skills. They made it home safely because of Riley.

Riley is my hero.

He has always been my hero.

We got lost in the woods and he saved my life.

What did he do?

He used his survival skills and we made it home.

I knew that Boy Scout badge of his would one day pay off.


I am so glad you helped me out of the woods.

It was my pleasure.

How did you learn all those skills?

I was involved in Scouts and learned how to  survive in the wilderness.

That was truly amazing.

I'm so glad I could help you.


There are a lot of ways to get out of this mess hopefully.

Yeah Jan, we should start to use our survival skills that we learned at boot camp

I am going to get a flare and you make some firewood to el pme signal that helicopter

Okay....Oh wait I got something! The helicopter sees my phone light

Oh were saved now! I see them coming down to get us.  Thank you so much Riley you are a true trooper and a lifesaver

I know thanks


I'm really thankful to Riley for getting us out of the woods.

I can't believe you guys got lost.

It was really scary. But fortunately, Riley was able to use his survival skills to find our way home.

I am so glad you're both okay.

Me too. But I think it's going to be a while before I go camping again.

Or you can just make sure you go with Riley.


Context: After accidently seeing her with another man, Kai called Riley's husband to inform him.

I was downtown doing some shopping and I saw Riley there with a man who wasn't her husband.

Did it look like it was a work thing or just a friend thing.

No, it was an affair thing. I called her husband and told him.

Are you kidding? You called Riley's husband? That's an awful thing to do.

I don't care. I don't like Riley or her husband. I thought it was funny.

You really are a jerk, Kai.


I saw Riley with another man.

Are you sure? She's supposed to be at a business meeting out of town.

It was definitely her. I wouldn't be calling you to inform you if I wasn't sure. I'm so sorry.

Where was she? And with who?

Purely accidental. I was at a new club the next city over. She was there with this guy. Don't know who he was.

I'm filing for a divorce. This isn't the first time she's cheated.


Context: Even though they both worked on the class project together, and did equal work, Casey never gave Cameron credit.

My class project turned out great!

You mean OUR class project?

Yeah, whatever Cameron. I did all the hard work.

Not even! We worked on it together and both did the same amount of work.

Well maybe we did the same amount of work, but my work was better so it counts for more.

You're so rude! Hopefully I won't have to work with you on a project again.


I am so glad that class project is finished, Cameron.

Me, too. It was a lot of work.

I took care of handing it in, so you don't have to worry about that.

Thanks, but did you add my name on to it?

I didn't know that you hadn't put your name on it, Cameron.

Now I won't get any credit for it!


Although we worked together, I felt like Casey didn't deserve any credit.

Why did you feel that way?

I was just jealous, because we both put in equal amounts of work.

I think you should change that and give the due credit.


I don't think Cameron will like this.

What?

So we both worked on the class project as a team, did equal work but I didnt give him any credit.

That's not cool Casey. Why did you do that?


Context: Robin got Aubrey's hair cut. It had gotten really long since her last hair cut.

My hair's gotten really long!

Yes, we need to get it cut. Sit in the chair, so the hair dresser can cut it.

OK. I hope my hair looks good after.

I'm sure it will.

My hair looks very pretty, Mom!

Yes, say thank you to the hair dresser and we can get going.


You like my new haircut? Doesn't it look nice?

It looks great! It must feel so wonderful after all this time.

It does. It was driving me nuts, it was getting so long.

I love what they did with your bangs. Where did you get it done?

My friend Robin got me an appointment at her buddy's salon.

Robin always comes through for you. She's such a good friend.


Hey! Thanks to Robin, my hair is finally short again!

It's strange seeing it this short, good strange though.

I know, but it had gotten really long since my last hair cut

Well I love it, are you trying any new styles?

Nope, only difference is the length.

Smart! No point in changing something that works!


Context: Jan was making lasagna. Jan cooked the pasta.

I'm almost finished making the pasta, then we'll crack on with the sauce.

Of course, how many cans of sauce do you use?

I only use two, but it'll depend on the amount of guests really

And what else goes in to add flavour?

Well we have our onions, peppers, garlic and tomatoes. Then throw in your herbs!

That sounds delicious! I can't wait to try it for myself!.


I'm making lasagne, right now we're cooking the pasta.

Oh nice, so it's a lot of work going into this meal?

Yes but it's so worth it, homemade food is the best

I couldn't agree more! The pasta is looking great.

Once it's finished, we'll get started on the sauce.

The sauce makes the lasagne, or so I've heard.


Context: Jordan gave Jan a new one. Jan smiled when she saw the gift.

I finally gave Jan her birthday present.

Oh yeah, what did you get her?.

A new vase! She knocked over her old one.

That's really thoughtful! I hope she liked it..

Well she had a huge smile when she saw it, so I think she did!

She's lucky to have you as a friend.


I finally gave Jan her gift.

What did you give her?

I bought her a new mug.

Was it like the one that you broke?

Yeah, I wanted to replace it for her.

She must have been happy to get it.


Context: Carson is a dedicated man of his trade that likes building things with his hand. His son, Kai, often assists with tools in the workshop.

I'm going to be helping my dad out in the workshop today.

That's awesome, are you just his assistant or do you make your own things?

I'm just his helper today, we're building a treehouse!

Oh wow, that's going to be a lot of work for you.

Yep! But it'll be worth it when I can relax up in the branches!

You'll have to show me the finished product!


I helped my dad, Carson, build things with my hands.  He's teaching me so much.

You guys work out of the garage then?.

Yeah, my dad turned the garage into his workshop.

What did you build?

We built these cool wooden hammers that we are going to auction off for charity.

That's so awesome.


I really like helping my dad out with building things.

Are you learning a lot from him?

I am. He's a really dedicated man of his trade.

Where are you guys building stuff?

We work out of dad's workshop, there's so many different materials there!

That sounds like a lot of fun.


Context: Riley had their arms raised for most of the concert, but lowered them toward the end.

Oh man my arms are so sore! I'm gonna feel this in the morning.

Why are they so sore? You were just at a concert.

I was cheering and singing and dancing all night long, waving my arms in the air. I thought they were gonna fall off, so I had to drop them down by the end!

That sounds like a fun concert, I take it you enjoyed yourself?

Oh yeah absolutely. You'll have to come next time they're in town.

So long as I'm off work, I will definitely join you. I'm jealous hearing how fun it was.


I had my arms raise for most of the concert.

Really, how long was the concert?.

About four hours, but I dropped my arms around three hours in.

I can't say I'm shocked, that's too long to have your arms up.

Yeah it wasn't my smartest move, really fun though!

It sounds it!


I had so much fun at the concert last night!

Oh yeah? You must be exhausted now though.

Yep, super tired! My arms are so sore too.

Why are your arms sore?

I had them raised over my head for practically the entire show! I had to put them down during the encore because they were getting weak.

Well you can skip your arm workouts this week then!


Context: Addison had been feeling some odd symptoms for a few days, and they appeared to be getting worse, so Addison wanted to go to the doctor.

I've been feeling a little out of sorts lately, maybe I am getting sick

Give it a day or two, maybe your symptoms will go away.

I was thinking that too, but I actually think I am starting to feel worse over the past few days

Oh no, that's not good. Do you think you should see a doctor?

You're right, I should go and see the doctor in case something is really wrong

That's a good idea, let me know how it goes!


Thanks for coming with me. I hate going to the doctor, alone.

I know, I hate going to the doctor, period. Hate it. So why are you seeing him today?

I've been feeling really strange and my appetite is just gone. Plus, I keep getting headaches and body aches and they seem to be getting worse.

You're probably right to go see the doctor then. If it's nothing, it will at least ease your mind.

Exactly, better safe than sorry.


I have been feeling rough for a while.

Why? What's wrong?

My eyes have been watering, I've got a rash on my feet, and my arms ache.

Those are some odd symptoms.

And they keep getting worse. I think I'm going to go to the doctor.

Good idea. It sounds like you need medical attention.


Context: Tracy told Jan to take hold. Jan knew she was in a bit of danger.

Tracy told me to hold on.

Wait why?

I wasn't sure, but I knew in my gut that I was in danger.

Oh my god. Are you ok?

Yes, I'm fine.

Thank god.


Tracy told me to hold on for a second, it was weird.

What were you guys doing?

We were out for a late run, but all of a sudden I felt like I was in a dangerous situation.

Oh no, what was wrong?

We weren't sure at first, but then we heard a bang and we ran.

That's scary, I hope you're okay now?


Context: Robin had to clean his room out and store stuff. Robin kept his stuff together.

I just finished de-cluttering my room. I am exhausted.

I bet it is worth it.

Yes. I've been meaning to clean out my room and put away whatever I don't use.

What do you plan to do with all the stuff you have stored?

Well I'll keep it all together for now, but maybe donate it if I don't use it.

That is thoughtful of you.


I finally cleaned my room out over the weekend.

Oh nice, I bet it's looking tidier now?

So much tidier! What didn't get thrown out is in my new storage bins.

That is such a smart idea.  I like where you are heading with that.

Great, right? So much easier when my stuff is all together.

Yeah you don't want to be looking everywhere for one thing.


I just need to get all this stuff packed up.

Are you moving back home.

No, I found another apartment.

That's brilliant! Just remember to pack things room by room.

For sure, it's easier to find cutlery in the kitchen box.

Beats finding it in the bathroom box!


Context: Robin was an expert on the subject of cats, so Riley picked Robin's brain.

I heard Robin was an expert on cats?

From what I've heard, yeah she is. Why?.

I want to get a cat soon, so I want to pick her brain first.

What kind of things do you plan on asking?

Just about diet and exercise requirements, the important stuff.

Makes sense! She's over at her desk, go ask her now!.


Context: Jan's friend Kendall was being bullied and today she saw that they gave Kendall a black eye.

Did you see Kendall's black eye?

No, but I heard about it.

I was there when the bully smacked Kendall in the face! I couldn't believe it!  In our school!

That bully is in trouble....

I hope so!

Hope?  Kendall's dad is the District Attorney!   I see a future with one fewer bully in our town!


I feel so bad for Kendall. She's been getting bullied, and today she got a black eye.

That's so awful. I never understood how people can be bullies.

I never understood that either. What's the purpose of being mean to people.

I have no idea. I don't know why people seem to thrive on making other people miserable.

It's really pathetic. I hope they get in trouble for what they did to her.

Is she going to report it?


I feel so badly for my friend Kendall. He got a terrible black eye.

Oh, that's awful. How did that happen?

This kid at school gave it to him. He bullies Kendall relentlessly.

Poor kid. Why does he do that to him?

I guess just because Kendall's kind of small and doesn't fight back.

Yeah, bullies are very good at spotting the best victims.


My friend Kendall was just bullied again today

That is so sad.

His friends always tease him.

He should report that to the principal.

He did, but they gave him a blackeye.

That's awful, the teachers need to stop it!


Context: Taylor became best friends with them, and they stayed in touch all their lives.

I can't wait to see my best friends this weekend.

How long have you guys known each other?

We became best friends in elementary school, and we stayed in touch all our lives.

That's great that you have friends that you've known for so long.

Yes, they are really special. You should meet them sometime?

Yes, I would love to meet them. I keep hearing great things about them!


Even though we only saw each other every summer since I was ten-years-old, I became best friends with them.

Summer friends though, right?

More than that; we've stayed in touch all our lives via snail mail, then email, and vacations.

It must feel great to have stayed close friends for over 30 years.

It really does. I hope you can meet them when they visit this summer.

I'd love to; thanks.


It was awesome seeing my friend again, it'd been too long.

How long have you known them?

Almost fifteen years now, we were friends as kids and stayed in touch ever since.

Now that's commitment to a friendship!

It really is, not many people can say they've known someone for that long.

Very true, my longest friendship is only ten years long!


I'm glad I still have good friends, even if they do live far away.

Yeah, it seems pretty hard to make friends when you get older.

That's why it's important to keep in touch, we've been friends for twenty years!

I understand that, you need to put in effort to receive it!

I one hundred percent agree.


Context: carson went to visit the amazon rain forest 3 years ago and jan finally heard back from carson.

I asked Carson about the amazon rain forest, we just finished speaking.

He was away for three years, he must love being back.

He's really happy to be back and see everyone again!

I could imagine, how did he find the trip?

He loved every minute of it, he's matured so much!

It's great to hear he's doing well!


Carson went to visit the amazon rain forest three years ago.  He gave me a call when he got back!

Is he back in the city?

He told me he just got back and was reaching out to all of his friends.

What did he do in the amazon forest?

He's a researcher with the university.  He went there to study a new species of beetle!

Wow, that's amazing!


Context: Cameron usually knew this place well but after her accident she was confused on where she was.

I feel a bit disoriented. I know this place well but after my accident, I get confused about where I am sometimes.

You might have some kind of brain injury?

That's what the doctors are telling me.  They said I had a concussion.

That could be dangerous!

Hopefully it passes with time, I trust the doctors.

Well I've got my fingers crossed for you.


Context: Jan took her son to the doctor to get some shots even though they were afraid of needles.

My son is so afraid of needles

Did he get the shot still?

Yes, even if he whined a bit

I'm glad he went through with it

Me too, he needs to understand it's for his wellbeing.

well he is only 6,


Context: carson took a boat across the shore so he had to wait to go back home.

It took so long for that boat to hit the shore yesterday, I just wanted to get home!

Really? How long did it take you?

Almost three hours, it was ridiculous.

That's way too long! You'll have to get a taxi next time.

Yeah, for sure! I'd even be warmer!

Well that's the benefit of hindsight I guess.


I took my boat over to the mainland yesterday for an oil change, then got home really late.

What were you doing over there all that time?

Well, I was waiting for the tide to come back in so it would be safe to travel across the shore again.

That must have been boring, just waiting.

No, I was okay. I walked into the village and had something to eat.

Ah, yes! Good food is the best way to beat waiting!.


Context: Sydney was a stern cop and wrote out their ticket, ignoring their plea for mercy.

I stopped someone for speeding the other day.

Oh really? How fast were they going?

Twenty miles over the limit, they were trying their hardest to get out of a ticket.

They always do! But this way they'll learn their lesson.

Exactly! Don't do the crime if you can't do the time.

That should be our new slogan.


I had someone trying to beg their way out of a ticket last week.

That's always fun, did you let them off?

No, I'm a stern cop. I don't brake that easily.

Well that's fair, it's their own fault.

Exactly, I'm just out there doing my job. I don't have time for people ignoring their crimes.

Well at least you can take pride in a job well done!


I stopped a driver for speeding through a school zone today.  It was hilarious.

Why?  What did the driver do?

Both he and his girlfriend or wife were begging and pleading with me to just let them off with a warning.  At one point they were both actually crying like little children.

Hahaha!  Really?  How fast were they going?

They were going forty in an area posted for twenty five.  It wasn't such a huge ticket but one rule I have is that no person who speeds in a school zone gets off with just a written warning.  They all get a ticket.

That's a good rule.  People should have more sense than to drive dangerously when there are little children anywhere in the area.


I can't be too lenient on anyone, or they will all expect to get away

But surely some people have good reasons?

Sometimes, yes. But this driver kept begging me to let them off and that's not good enough for me.

I'd say that's fair, if they didn't have a reason then there's no excuse.


Context: Addison was new at the school, so Remy showed Addison around.

I started attending a new school.

Had you been there before?

No and I felt lost.

What did you do?

I asked Remy to show me around.

That was very nice of him.


I had a great first day at my new school.

Did you meet any nice people?

The teacher picked a girl named Remy to walk with me to all of my classes and eat lunch with me.

I am sure that made you feel a lot more comfortable.

Remy introduced me to some of her other friends and we all walked home together after school.

You are a great friend and they are going to be glad you are at their school now.


It was great to get shown around by Remy today.

He’s always a very helpful person.

This was my first time getting to know him and I look forward to developing a long lasting friendship.

Definitely a person that you wanna make friends with.

How was your day today?

Got a few classes and then had a meeting afterwards.


I had my first day at school, and Remy showed me around.

I'm glad you had someone to show you around.

Me too. It's a big school, so it was nice to not be on my own.

Do you feel like you know your way around now?

Pretty much. It'll probably take me a few days to feel really comfortable.

I can understand that. But before you know it, you'll feel right at home there.


I met Remy on my first day at school and she was so nice.  She showed me around the campus.

That's great you are making friends at your new school.

It's hard at first because I didn't know anyone, but people have been pretty friendly.

You are a very charming guy.  People will be nice to you.

Not always.  There are some mean people out there.

That can't be helped.


Context: Kendall's parents recently decided to divorce. Kendall was confused by this event and had questions about why his parents wanted to divorce, and he finally asked them.

I asked my parents what was the reason for the divorce.

Did they actually give you a reason?

No, they just skirted around the situation and gave me typical talking points.

Perhaps in due time you’ll know.

I personally like to know now.

I think you'll have to be patient, at least until your parents are ready.


Context: Despite being extremely nervous, Cameron asked Sydney out on a date this evening.

So Cameron asked me out on a date yesterday evening.

He finally asked you! I hope you said yes!

Of course I said yes, he's so cute! Even I could tell he was nervous though.

Well that's understandable, rejection hurts. What are you going to be doing on the date?

We're going on an evening picnic, do some star gazing while we chat.

That's so romantic, I hope you have a wonderful time!


Context: Carson dropped his tray of food on the floor and then he immediately picked it up.

I felt like such a clumsy person today.

Why? What happened?

I was carrying a tray of food, and I dropped it on the floor. I was so embarrassed.

Oh no, I'm sorry about that. Did you at least pick it up?

Oh yes, I picked it up immediately, hoping no one else noticed that I dropped it.

That's good. I'm sure no one noticed, and you did the right thing by picking it up.


I dropped my tray at lunch, my food went everywhere.

Oh no! That would've ruined my day!

It almost did, but I picked the food up and carried on like nothing happened.

Calm and collected, as always I see.

Well as the saying goes, no point crying over spilt milk!


I dropped my lunch all over the floor at lunch.

That's embarrassing. What did you do?

I tried to pick it up of course. Looking even dumber.

Oh that's too bad. Things happen like that in life, don't let it get you down.


Do you think I can still eat this tray of food?

It looks fine to me.

But I dropped the tray on the floor so it might have germs on it.

Did you follow the five second rule?

Yes, I picked the tray back up immediately.

Then all the food should be safe to eat.


Context: Remy loved Robin's gift of a new coffee machine; it was just what Remy had asked for.

Robin got me a coffee machine last week!

Oh that's so kind! How are you finding it?

It's saved my life, works so fast and minimal mess! I absolutely love it!

Robin really knows how to pick her gifts!

Indeed, it was exactly what I wanted!


Robin got me a coffee machine yesterday.

For a special occasion?

It was a birthday gift, it was exactly what I wanted.

Does it have all the bells and whistles?

It makes regular coffee as well as cappuccino.

I wish I had a machine like that,


Context: Carson had a stressful day at work, so Carson went to a friend's house to play video games.

After yesterday's shift I had to go and see my friend to relax.

Oh yeah? What happened at work that was so stressful?

Just everything being stuck, we couldn't actually work today.

That sucks, how do the two of you relax then?

We usually just play some video games, very therapeutic.

It sounds it, well I'm glad you enjoyed yourself.


Work's been stressful lately, so I've been over my friends a lot.

Nice, do you get up to much?

We just played some video games, nothing major.

That's a great way to relax!

I like to think so, fun too.

Well I'm happy you forgot about work for a few hours!


I ended up at my friends after work yesterday.

How come? I thought you were going straight to bed.

That was the plan, but I was too stressed to sleep.

Makes sense, so what did the two of you get up to?

We just played some video games.

Great way for you to chill out!


I was playing that new game all afternoon.

How was it?

Pretty good. I'd been stressed out from work and went to my friend's house and he had it.

Did it help you relax?

Yeah, it's an interesting game so I got my mind off things.

Sometimes you need to put your mind on other things to get stress relief.


Context: Kendall was unable to work after the accident, so Jordan paid her medical bills.

I just wrote a big check to the hospital.

Did you have an operation?

No, I was paying off Kendall's bill.

I thought Kendall had a good job, why couldn't she pay it herself?

She's been unable to work since the accident.

That was very generous of you to help her.


Context: Alex was reading an article about a tragedy that happened to a family which he could really relate to.

I read an article about a family car crash the other day.

How did you find it?

It was a tough read. My parents went the same way, so I could relate to the article.

I'm really sorry to hear that!

It's okay. It just stings when I'm reminded of it.

I understand, well I'm here if you ever want to chat about it.


I was in tears over an article I read yesterday.

What was the article about?

It is about a family that lost everything due to Hurricane Katrina.  It is just so sad.

Hurricane Katrina caused devastation to many.

Yeah and I was just remember when my family lost everything when I was a kid to Hurricaine Hugo.  It was a disaster.

Yes that was a sad time for your family back then.


Context: Amid the turmoil that was swirling around her, Aubrey depended upon circumstances out of her control.

I'm glad that issue is sorted now.

Yeah I bet, you must've been stressed.

Stressed was an understatement.

Really? How bad could it have been?

Super bad, I couldn't do anything myself. I had to rely on everything out of my control to work.

Okay that makes sense, those situations are the most stressful!


Context: Taylor was absent from Kendall's daily existence because Kendall was mad at Taylor for not coming to the party.

Kendall was mad at me for not coming to the party so she has ignored me since.

Why didn't you go to the party?

I told her I would go with her but then last minute I changed my mind.

Did you tell her why you changed your mind?

I just told her I wasn't feeling it. I was really tired and wasn't in the mood to party.

She should respect that.


I rarely ever see Kendall anymore.

Why, what happened? You guys use to be such good friends.

Kendall got mad at me for not coming to her birthday party.

Was there a reason you didn't go?

I told her that I had something else planned for that day and she got really upset with me. We don't spend time together everyday like we use to because of that.

Well I sure hope you guys can work out your problems together.


Kendall's been mad with me ever since I skipped her party.

Why did you skip it?

I just needed a day to myself to recharge.

That's completely understandable, she needs to accept that.


Context: Aubrey took Cameron's friends to the library to do research on the effect on climate change.

We are back.  What a night!

Did you go to the library as you had planned?

Yes, but I had to take Cameron's friends with me.  They needed to do some research on climate change. So, I said I would take them.

Did they find what they were looking for?

Who knows. I left them there.  They were messing around instead of studying, so I couldn't focus.

Smart move. You don't want to feel like you've wasted your time!


So I ended up taking Cameron's friends over to the library for some research.

That was nice of you! What are they researching?

The effects of climate change. They have a project coming up for it.

Nice! A great topic!

They seemed to appreciate the help.

Hopefully they'll get good grades, all thanks to you!


Cameron's friends asked me to join them in the library yesterday.

Oh yeah? What did they want?

They wanted my help doing some research for a project.

What did they want to research?

The effects of climate change. They were all super engaged!

That's brilliant, they didn't go wasting your time then.


Context: Sydney had a lot of work to do but was dedicated to getting the job done.

I've had a lot of work on lately.

Been busy for you then?

Non-stop. But that's the job, working hard has its own rewards.

You have always been dedicated to getting your job done promptly.

Of course, that's the only way to do it!

You are a brilliant employee.


I've missed so many happy hours lately.

That's a shame, why have you missed so many?

Work's been rammed as of late, I haven't really stopped.

Oh no! But props to you for working so hard!

If nothing else, I'm dedicated.

And the rest! You're a great employee!


I was so busy at work today.

Why so busy lately?.

We've just had a lot of work in for the past few weeks, it's slowly built up.

That's not good! But you're a dedicated employee, you'll smash through it!

I hope so, I really need to relax.

It'll be well earnt when it comes!


I've had to miss a few lunches at work lately.

Really, how come?

We've just had a lot of work on, so I haven't had the time.

That's a shame, but at least you're working hard to get it finished!

That's true, dedication has always been one of my stronger points.

Well keep up the great work!


Context: Quinn had to draw something beautiful for their homework assignment. Quinn drew Casey's hands.

Quinn had an art assignment due the other day, she passed thankfully

Always good to hear, what was the assignment on?

She had to draw something she considered beautiful.

That's a pretty broad topic, what did she choose to draw?

She drew my hands in the end, she kept telling me they were beautiful.

Not my first choice, but clearly it was good because she passed!


I had to help Quinn out with her homework last night.

What did she need help with?

She had to draw something beautiful for her assignment.

How did you help her out?

I let her draw my hand.

Did it turn out good?


Quinn had to draw something beautiful for her homework assignment.

So what did she draw?

She drew my hands, I guess she thinks they're beautiful.

Yeah they are!.

I hope she gets a good score.

I'm sure she will!


Quinn's a really good artist. I never noticed before.

Yea, he draws all kinds of things. He draws portraits and landscapes.

He drew my hands yesterday for our homework assignment.

That's kind of intimate.

I know, right? He said he had to draw something beautiful and that's what he decided on.


Context: Robin had been very busy lately and not had to take her children to the barber shop, but she had some free time on the weekend, so Robin got Aubrey´s hair cut at the barber.

My mom has been too busy to take me for a haircut lately, but she said she's got some time at the weekend.

I can tell, your hair is crazy long!

It's too long, I really hope it gets cut.

Well just remind your mom that you need it cut

I have been, I don't want to wait anymore!

Smart plan!


My mom finally took me to the hair dressers to get my hair cut.

It's about time! Did she say why it took so long?

Yes, apparently she's just been very busy lately and didn't have the time.

I guess that's fair, everyone is busy sometimes!


Context: Taylor put down the ingredients and took inventory, but was missing the flour.

I had to make another trip to the shop yesterday.

When I got back and checked the ingredients, I realized I'd forgotten the flour.

Not ideal, but at least you caught it before you started cooking!

Good point!


I checked for all the ingredients I need and found out I was missing the flour.

Did you go to the store?

Yeah, I had to go to the supermarket by my house to get some flour.

Bet you're glad to have that store so close!

It was a real life saver!

How did the cake turn out?


I wanted to bake a cake yesterday, but after checking my ingredients I noticed there was no flour!

Oh no! So you didn't bake anything then?

No I still baked. I just had to go to the store and grab some flour first.

You're more motivated than I would've been!

Well it only took fifteen minutes, might as well do the leg work for it.

That's pretty mature, I'm jealous!


Context: Kai knew Addison's history. They knew all of their secrets.

I've gotten pretty close with Addison lately.

That's great! What kind of stuff do you talk about?

I'd rather not say, it's pretty personal stuff. Secrets, y'know?

Ah that's fair, good of you to keep it to yourself.

Well I want her to trust me, which won't happen if I go telling people her secrets.

I'm sure she really appreciates it!


Context: Alex's boyfriend didn't know how to make a fire while camping. Alex walked over and made a fire for her boyfriend.

I can't believe my boyfriend took me camping, but couldn't start a fire.

Oh wow, didn't we get taught that a few years back?

Yep, but apparently he didn't remember doing that training.

Must have been cold without a fire going.

Nope! After half hour or so of me laughing at him, I got up and started the fire myself!

He must have been super embarrassed over that!


My boyfriend failed at starting a camp fire the other night.

That's brilliant, so you went without a fire then?

Hell no! I went over and did it for him!

And that's even better, how did he take it?

He was a little embarrassed, but he quickly got over it.

Well I'm proud you could do something a man couldn't!


My boyfriend took me camping, but didn't know how to start a fire.

And it was his idea to go?

Yes. I think he just wanted to look macho.

That's funny. So you guys were out there with no fire?

No. I can start a fire. I walked over and got it going.

So you ended up being the macho one.


Context: Bailey took Robin's revenge personally and decided to get back at Robin for what they did.

I can't believe Bailey took that personally.

Well you did break her and her partner up.

I was just trying to prove he wasn't a good person! Now she's trying to get back at me!

You could have just spoken to her instead.


Context: Kai was feeling ill lately, so Quinn made them an appointment with the doctor.

I made Kai a doctor's appointment yesterday.

Oh no, what's up with him?

I'm not sure, but he said he'd been feeling ill lately.

Well he's gone to the right place to check it out.

The doctor's will be able to help him get better!

I've got my fingers crossed for him.


Context: Cameron divided the teams into classes, teaching them each a unique aspect of the game.

I had to split the teams into separate classes today, it was great!

Nice, what were you teaching today?

Rugby today! I taught each class a different aspect of the game.

Oh wow that's great!

They seemed to enjoy it, especially the wingers group.

I don't blame them, it's a great game.


I was trying to teach the teams about the game that I made up.

What did you do?

I divided the teams into classes and each class learned a different part of the game.

That sounds fun.  How did the class respond to the game?

The class enjoyed it.  I was trying to teach them about cooperation and competition.

That's very creative of you.


I had to divide the teams into classes today.

Why was that?

I wanted to teach them a unique part of a game.

That sounds like a good way to learn and focus in on it.

It was that way so they could figure out the parts of the game that worked and those that didn't.

I bet it was easier to have them work together as a team.


Context: Even though he knew he would get in trouble, Riley imposed their desire on others.

I was trying to make some dicey jokes the other day?

Dicey how?

Let's just say I would be in trouble if the wrong person heard them.

Well it's probably for the best if you don't tell those jokes.

Too late, I had to tell them.

Well if you get into trouble it's your own fault.


Context: Ash ran as fast as the others in the race that she was able to keep up.

I was so exhausted after the race.

Did you win?

No, but I ran as fast as I could to keep up with the others.

That sounds tiring.

It was, I need to keep practicing so that I can get faster.

Next time I'm sure you will win!


I was really surprised I was able to keep up with the other runners.

You've worked so hard in your training, I'm glad it paid off!

I guess all the hard work does pay off eventually.

It probably feels good to know that it didn't go to waste!


I participated in a race this morning.

How did you finish?

Well, I didn't win, but I was able to keep up.

That's good.  You must be in shape.

Yeah, I've been running almost every day.

Wow, you are a lot healthier than I am!


Context: Addison made lots of money yesterday during the heat wave when they sold cold bottled water at a high mark up.

It's really a good time to earn some cash.

Really, in this heat wave?

Yeah.

How are you earning?

I sold cold bottled water at high mark up yesterday, I made so much money!

Wow, I wish I had that idea first!


I'm rolling in the dough now.

Did you get a job?

Sort of, I was selling water during the heat wave.

How much profit did you make?

A lot, I set a high mark up price.

Now we can go out!


Screw lemonade stands, I made a ton of money just selling bottled water!

Yesterday was triple-digit heat, so I'm not surprised an entrepreneurial business person like yourself took advance of the situation.

I sold the water at a mark up too. I knew people wouldn't be able to resist during this heat wave.

If you really want to make a lot of money next time, sell bottled ice water.


Context: Kendall brought the fire under control. The fire was in a residential neighborhood.

Last night we had to rush over to a little residential neighborhood, there was a pretty big fire.

You were on that call? I saw all the smoke.

Yeah, it took us most of the night to put it out.

Another job well done! Excuse the pun.


You won't believe the day I've had!

I know you're a firefighter and there was a ton of smoke over the neighborhood earlier, so I'm going to guess that had something to do with it.

That's exactly what it was. I managed to get the fire under control and prevent anyone else's house from catching on fire.

Good job! The neighborhood appreciates the effort.


The team and I managed to get a pretty big fire under control last night.

Great work, where was the fire?

In the middle of a residential neighborhood, we had to act fast!

Oh no, was anyone hurt?

Thankfully not, we worked hard to ensure everyone's safety.

Well I'm sure every single person there was grateful.


I can't believe I was able to put that fire out yesterday.

I can't either. We were lucky, we're in the middle of our neighborhood!

I know right! So many people could've been hurt.

For sure! We have to be careful not to forget the oven is on again.

Seeing those flames spewing out is burnt into my brain, I won't be forgetting anytime soon.

Well I'm so glad you saw the fire, it could've been a lot worse!


Context: Sydney expected a child any moment now, and it happened just as she arrived at the hospital.

It's been a crazy day, especially with this little one arriving.

She must've known where she was.

Even so her timing is impeccable, we'd just walked through the hospital doors when she was ready to come out.

Well I for one am glad, this little cutie is perfect!

She's got your eyes for sure!

She has your nose, thankfully!


I need a bed right now, the baby is coming.

Are you sure?

Yes the contractions are getting stronger.

Okay take a deep breath.

My water just broke! I need a bed now!

Okay, let's go over to the front desk.


I can't believe this one had such spectacular timing!

I guess she was ready to meet us.

Sure, but coming out the second we reach the hospital? That's perfection.

I bet she just didn't want to sit around waiting anymore.

Can't say I blame her!


We're lucky we arrived when we did.

I know this little one wasn't waiting around for anyone!

I knew she was coming any minute, but popping out as we get into the hospital is crazy for timing!

Let's hope she stays quiet for the next few days.

I'm sure she will be, she deserves the rest.

She's so cute.


Context: Casey put food into the oven so that the family could eat when it was ready.

I cooked the food in the oven for my family to eat.

Do you usually cook for your family?

I am the best cook out of my siblings so they want me to cook.

Do you mind?

Not at all.  I am going to study to be a chef when I get older and open up my own restaurants.

That's marvellous.


I cooked for the family last night.

Oh yeah, what did you make?

Ah just a roast, nothing fancy.

Well I hope they all enjoyed it!

Yeah it was fresh out the oven and everyone was ready to eat, they seemed happy enough.

Nice work, it's hard to please everyone.


It was my turn to cook for the family last night.

Nice, what did you make?

Just a stew, it was sitting in the oven ready for whenever people were hungry.

That sounds delicious!

It was okay, not my favourite meal.

Well either way it's good to hear you're cooking!


It was my turn to cook last night. I left it in the oven for when everyone was ready.

That's good. It didn't burn, did it?

Don't worry. It was on a low heat.

Always a win, I hope they all enjoyed it!


Context: Riley and Quinn were working together so Riley gave Quinn a view of the background of the project.

Quinn was put onto my project today.

That's awesome, you two love working together!

Yep, it's going to be fun! We spent the first couple hours just running through the project background.

That was smart, Quinn will be all caught up after!

Exactly, it'll save us a lot of time down the road.


Quinn was super happy that we get to work with each other again.

I bet, you two work so hard when you're together.

We had a pretty easy first day too. All we did was cover the project background.

That's still important stuff!

I guess, it will save me from answering questions all the time.

Exactly, you'll both do great!


I was happy to find out Quinn would be helping out on my project.

That's great, you two always did get on!

We're going to be working closely on this, so we ran through the project background before starting the work.

Smart move, you don't want any mistakes.

Exactly, that'll save us some time down the line.

Well it sounds like you've got everything under control.


Context: In the woods, from the hunting shack, Jordan saw movement and grabbed their gun.

I was so scared in the woods from hunting shack.

Did you see a wild animal?

No! I saw movements, grabbed my gun and took aim!

Did you see what walked across?

No!


There was something moving in the woods. I looked out of the hunting shack and saw movement so I grabbed my gun.

What was moving?

I put on my snow boots and heavy jacket and wet outside to check things out.  I opened the door and there was a bear standing on the front step.

That's must have been frightening.

I am a hunter so I am trained for encounters like that.

Did you shoot?


Context: Riley had to work hard to fix her garden after a storm uprooted a tree onto her garden.

Have I told you about the storm last week that knocked a tree down in my garden?

No, that sounds horrible! Is everyone OK?

We're fine, but it was a lot of work to clean up the tree and fix up the garden.

I'll bet! I'm glad to hear everything is fine now. Did you plant a new tree?

Not yet, we haven't decided if we will or not.

Well, I'm kind of sad to hear about the tree falling. It looked really nice.


We are lucky to have survived the storm.

Thankfully the tree fell on the garden instead of the house.

I just need to chainsaw the tree into small chunks.

I will stack the logs over there.

The garden is already looking so much better.

See that didn't take very long at all.


That was a really bad storm!

It was, the wind tore down trees all over the place.

One fell down and wrecked my garden.

Oh no, are you going to fix it?

Yeah, it's going to be a ton of work.

I hope it's not too bad.


Context: Jan was in art class for the first time. Jan will oil paint fruits and vases.

I went to my first art class last night.

Awesome, did you paint anything?

I did! We painted fruits and vases with some oil paint.

That sounds amazing, do you have any samples?

I'll send them to you later!

Thanks, I look forward to it.


I have always wanted to take an art class, and so I finally started taking one yesterday.

Really?  That's great!  Do you like it so far?

Yes, I already love it.  I think I'm going to make a good artist.

What kinds of things are you painting yet?

Well we were using oil paints, and we painted stuff like fruit and vases.

Fruits and vases?  To me, that sounds super boring!


I finally attended my first art class!

That's great, how are you finding it?

It was really fun, we painted a few things through the class.

Nice, like what?

Fruits and vases, we used oil paints this time.

That sounds like a lot of fun!


The art class yesterday was so much fun, it was my first time going!

That's amazing, I'm glad you had fun!

Me too, I was super nervous going in.

That's normal! So did you paint anything?

We used some oil paints on some fruits and vases, I was expecting a canvas personally.

I guess it's cheaper to paint fruit than a canvas.


Context: Sydney received a letter.  It was an admission letter from one of the colleges that they applied for.

It came in today! It finally arrived!

What did?

The letter! The letter from Brown!

The admission letter from Brown University?

Yes! I am so nervous, I can't open it. Will you come over and open it for me?

I got rejected by Brown. I'm not sure I am smart enough to read their letter. Just kidding. I'll be right there!


I just received an admission letter from one of the colleges I applied for.

Have you opened it?

Not yet. I'm too nervous to read it.

Just open it and find out what it said.

I got in.

I'm so happy for you.


Hey, I have some great news to report today!

You seem cheerful. I'm all ears. What happened?

I applied for admission at a state university and just received an acceptance letter.

That's wonderful. You've worked really hard on your academics and it's paid off.

I'm happy that my efforts have been rewarded. Now I can continue my studies at a reputable higher education institution like this one.

I'm happy you're doing well. I still haven't received an acceptance letter.


Context: Cameron was a big hit at the party after showing off her dance moves to the kids.

I went to that party.

I had no idea you were even planning on going.

I had some new dance moves I wanted to show off to all the kids.

How did they like it?

I was a big hit. Everybody love it.

You have to teach me how to dance so I can go next time.


The kids seemed to love my dance moves at that party.

You were the star. The kids were talking about it even afterwards.

I just want to show them what a real dancer looks like.

Now, don't go and get a big head about this.


I was a big hit at the party last night.

The kids party right?

Yup. I showed them my dance moves and won them over.

You should give me some lessons.


I went to my friends child's birthday party last night. There were so many kids there!

Did you have a good time?

Yeah, actually I did! I showed the kids some of my breakdancing moves! They loved it!

You do have some good moves! Sounds like fun!

It was! Until the cake I ate almost came back up.

Too much dancing, huh?


I think the kids had a good time at the party.

What fun things did they do.

We danced, I showed them my moves.

Did you do the flip thing?

Yes, I did the flip thing.

The flip thing is your best dance move.


Context: Jan used Sasha's language and coined lingo while giving a presentation on a topic much influenced by Sasha.

I gave Jan some tips on how to give the presentation.

What kind of tips did you give?

The clients were Spanish. I told her if she spoke and used some of my language, it would impress them.

That was good of you to help her some new clients.

She is new, she has what it takes, just needed a little help.


Jan did a great job in the presentation yesterday!

I heard it went really well.

She was well versed in the presentation, she also used a lot of my vocabulary when presenting.

That makes sense, you did write all the documents she read through for the presentation

I just wasn't expecting her to use words I only say.

It must've been weird hearing how you talk.


Context: While they were on a very long hike, Sydney lost Kai along the way.

Have you seen or heard from Kai?

No, why?

We were on a long hike and I just turned around and he's not there. I can't find him.

Oh no, did you call him?

I did but he didn't respond. I think his phone might be dead. He said the battery was low before we left.

I'll come out there and we can search the trail.


Myself and Kai got separated on our hike over the weekend.

That's terrifying! I hope you both found each other!

Don't worry, we found each other before it got dark!

Oh thank god for that!

I don't know how it happened. One moment we were walking along chatting, then I was all alone.

No point on dwelling on it, you're both safe and sound!


Context: Cameron finally found a way home when they found a car to rent from the airport.

I thought I was never going to get out of that airport.

Sorry I couldn't pick you up myself, but I was preoccupied. How did you end up getting home?

I found the car rental place and just rented a car for myself.

There's also a bus that takes you out of the airport and into the city.


Hey, why didn't you pick me up from the airport yesterday?

I'm so sorry! My mom had a stroke and I had to rush her to the hospital.

Oh, that's terrible. I'm so sorry. I understand why you couldn't make it.

How did you end up getting home?

Eventually I found a car rental place right next door and rented a sedan.

I'm glad you found an alternative to get home.


It was a mission getting home from the airport yesterday!

I'm not surprised, it's always super busy there!.

In the end I just rented a car from the rental place next door.

Smart, saves you having to get a bus or taxi.


Context: Out of breath and winded, Tracy finally came within sight not far off from the finish line.

There is a part of the race I love.

I know you love marathons.

It comes at the point when I am almost out of breath and winded.

How far into the race is that?

It comes when I am within sight, and not too far off from, the finish line.

I know that feeling.


Did you see me at the race?

Yeah, you looked look you were going to collapse! Glad you finished though. Did you do good relative to other races?

Yes, I really pushed myself. It was such a rush crossing the finish line. I felt my lungs collapsing!

You should really learn to pace yourself and be more careful. People have died of heart attacks while pushing themselves on those races!

I'll keep that in mind!


Context: Kai kept Kendall's hands at their sides since Kai did not want their son to touch the expensive merchandise.

Well, our family made it out of the china shop in one piece.

That surprises me since I know your son Kendall has broken some items in shops before.

I know, he has a real knack for touching expensive merchandise and then breaking it.

What did you do this time to keep him from touching everything?

I kept Kendall's hands at his sides the whole time.

That's a smart parenting trick.


My son almost broke an expensive piece of merchandise the other day.

Did he really, what did you about it.

I told him to keep his hands by his sides.

Children are just not careful.

I agree, my son is reckless.

As are all eight year old kids. .


I had to restrict Kendall to prevent him from touching the items.

Are the items delicate?

I don't know, but I don't want to take chances given how expensive the merchandise is.

What were you looking for in the shop?


Context: Remy put cream on Lee's face with SPF 15 so they would not sunburn so easy.

I had to put Lee's SPF 15 sunscreen on his face when we were at the beach

He really hates that stuff.

Yeah, but it stops him getting sunburn so it's a lot better.

Hopefully he appreciates it.


I had to put more sunscreen on Lee's face a bit ago.

It's so crazy how red he gets without it.

I know! I always worry about skin cancer too.

Me too. The percentage of people who get skin cancer is really high.

Yeah, my sister had to get a mole removed last year.

That's good she caught it. That makes me want to start wearing extra sunscreen.


Context: Remy persuaded the judge to change his sentence so that he would not have to go to jail.

I'm so glad the judge didn't make me go to jail.

You're not the type of person that would like jail very much.

Yeah, I'm more of an introvert and I don't get along with new people.

You should try and be more outgoing so you can get over being shy.

I might try it I guess.


Context: Carson was talking to Cameron's sister after school. Carson told Cameron's sister they were pretty.

I think I want to ask out Cameron's sister.

I thought she was a senior in high school. Senior's don't date sophomores.

I know, but I was talking to her after school today, and we had a great conversation.

That doesn't mean she's willing to date you.

When I told her I thought she was pretty, though, her eyes lit up.

I suppose that's a promising sign.


Context: Jesse created the Taylor situation by going around spreading a bunch of rumors that weren't true.

I told some lies about Taylor that I am not proud of.

At least you can admit it.  What did you do?

I told people Taylor was cheating on her boyfriend, even though I know that isn't true.

Why did you do that? That just causes trouble.

I know. That's probably why I wanted to spread rumors. I know I am a horrible person.

No you are not. Just don't go around hurting your friends by making up lies.


Hey, did I tell you about Taylor and the donkey?

Man, cut that crap out. Everyone at school has been talking and we know what you're up to.

What? No, honest. I caught them out behind old man Johnson's barn.

First, what were you doing out behind old man Johnson's barn, and second -- no you didn't! Stop being so jealous because Taylor is dating Jenna.

The dude doesn't deserve her, man.

Neither do you if you're going to act like this.


I know I'm wrong for spreading false rumors.

So why did you do it in the first place?

Honestly, I have no idea why I did it.

You should apologize to Taylor as soon as you can!

I might or I might not, I'll see.

You are in the wrong here, you need to explain yourself!


Context: Robin wanted to make an appeal to the judge. Tracy gave Robin a hearing.

I got an appeal from Robin today. I was surprised to get one.

What did you do with it?

I granted a hearing but I don't think he'll win.

That's too bad. I thought he was robbed with that verdict.

I don't know how to think of it.


Robin thinks the decision on her case was unfair.

I see.

I'm going to give her a hearing.

That is kind of you.

It's the right thing to do.

You are a good person for doing that.


Context: Alex escaped Cameron's cage. Cameron is now going to jail.

I just had to fight my way out that cage, Cameron had me in there all week!!

Why was he holding you in a cage?

I have no idea, but now he is going to jail for a long time

He should get some serious time for this.


Context: Alex's parents were out of town for the weekend. Alex decided to have a party at her house while they were gone.

I'm throwing a party this weekend at home.

Can I come?

Absolutely. My parents won't be home.

When's the party?

It will be this weekend. You can bring a friend

I certainly will. I look forward to it.


I had a party at my house this weekend. My parents were gone. I invited a few of my friends but they brought their friends so the house was packed.

Where did your parents go?

They went out of town for the weekend for their friend's wedding.

How nice. Did you tell them about the party?

I haven't yet. One of the vases broke so I will have to explain that to them. I haven't decided if I am going lie to them.

Do you think they'll get mad at you?


Context: Austin went to the first baseball game of the season. Austin enjoyed the game.

I went to my first baseball game yesterday.

Did you have fun at the game?

I really enjoyed it! You should come with us next time.

Just let me know when!


I had so much fun at the game. Its nice to see baseball come back.

I know but the social distancing at the beer tent was crazy.

I know but I love these New York Yankees masks they were giving away.

I did not like that we could not keep the foul balls due to potential contamination.

I loved the hot dogs and cracker jack. Missed baseball. Plus they won!!

I hated sitting six seats away from you. Felt like a lonely loser.


Did I tell you where I went yesterday?

No, I missed your call and it was late by the time I got back.

I got to go to the first baseball game of the season and I really enjoyed the game.

Have you ever been to a baseball game before?

I have, but never the season opener! So that was an experience.

Well I am glad that you enjoyed your time.


Context: Addison kept asking sydney for the directions until sydney got mad and refused to give the directions again.

I think being forgetful is taking a toll on others.

Did you annoy somebody?

I was going somewhere with Sydney and I kept asking for directions.

Is that a big deal?

I guess so, Sydney got mad and wouldn't give me the directions anymore.

Maybe you should get a GPS.


Context: I watched an historical drama which depicted Jan as a magistrate condemning a murderer and commanding that he die by the sword.

How did you like my new drama?

I loved it! I'm into all those historical dramas. You did such a good job.

What did you like most about my movie?

You were tough and believable as a judge condemning a murderer to death. I can't believe he died by the sword.

That's how they were executed back then.

It was such a good movie. You deserve an Oscar.


I played a magistrate in the historical drama who condemned a murderer and commanded him to die by the sword.

You look good in a period piece.

My voice coached helped me perfect my British for months.

You played a British magistrate?

The story took place in Britain in the 1900s.  It's quite fascinating.

Is it out on cable or in theatre's?


I have strange friends. One of them told me he had a dream that he was watching a historical drama in which I was a magistrate.

That's a weird dream to have.

I know! Then I was condemning a murderer and saying he will die by the sword.

What the heck makes someone dream about you like that?

He must think I'm a vicious wannabe ruler. I think it's funny, though.

It is funny but really strange.