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Speaker: I went out with the girls and didn't cheat on my bf Listener: Oh okay.... was that even a temptation to begin with? Speaker: well he Listener: Alrighty then, just seemed like a really weird thing to say. Speaker: I know but I'm so proud of myself
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Speaker: I've been anxious because I think my new landlords don't approve of dogs in the house I'm renting and I have a dog! Listener: Oh no that is awful! It is against the law where I live to ban animals from the house. So legally I am allowed to have a pet even if the contract says no pets allowed. Speaker: Really? I did not know such laws exist but it's awesome. Where do you live? Listener: Canada! You should check the laws in your area to see whether or not you are legally allowed to have a pet even if the land lords do not approve.
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Speaker: My mother has been diagnosed with diabetes, so I have been taking care of her diet. I am worried about her health Listener: I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope she'll be doing good, she is very lucky to have someone taking care of her. Speaker: Yes she is, I really love her because she has brought e up all on her own Listener: You must have a very good connection, that's beautiful.
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Speaker: I was looking forward to one of my favorite shows coming back on and it was cancelled. Listener: Was it Roseanne? Speaker: That wasn't it but that was another one that I was glad came back and then was sorry to see go.l Listener: Me too. What show are you talking about?
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Speaker: I don't live in a good neighborhood. I feel bad for the kids who grow up here. Listener: That can be a hard situation to deal with. Any chance of moving? Speaker: Hopefully I will be getting a house next year. Listener: Good for you. Just hang on best you can until your in a better place.
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Speaker: The spilled soda echoed so loudly in the library it was embarrasing Listener: Oh no! Hopefully you didn't get too many nasty stares! Speaker: a few I could have melter Listener: Oh well, accidents happen! Speaker: this is true
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Speaker: I'm so annoyed, a coworker of mine was asking me questions about an argument that happened between me and another coworker and I told her what was the problem and then we talked a bout it, I thought she was concerned because I seemed upset but the next day she started telling everyone to make me look like a bad person Listener: I've had a similar experience with a gossiping coworker. It made the workplace such an uncomfortable environment! Speaker: Yes and I learned my lesson I won't confide so easily to people ! Listener: It's a good lesson to learn! Don't worry about it too much. I am sure that the truth will surface eventually.
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Speaker: When moving out of my old family home, I came across a few bags of stuffed animals I had as a kid. Probably 20 animals total. Listener: wow that sure is a lot of stuffed animals, did you play with toys alot at a kid? Speaker: I'd say so. I had a big imagination as a child, but that was replaced by other interests as I matured. Listener: what kind of interests?
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Speaker: I am so happy, my son has just got into med school! Listener: That's very exciting! I'm sure he put a lot of work towards that. Speaker: Yes he sure did, 5 years of hard work at university completing his masters degree in biology! Listener: All the work paid off!
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Speaker: Few years earlier, I was almost going to end a frienship with my frind after hearing that he was talking bad things about me. It was a bad experience after all. Sometimes I share that experience with you guys Listener: did you end up ending the friendship? Speaker: no. I did not believe that and I continued my friendship. Listener: you didn't let anything affect the friendship! that's good i am proud of you Speaker: Thank you for your kind words. Friendship is very important after all
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Speaker: I am looking forward to my wedding date! Of course you are also invited! :) Listener: Oh that is definitely something to be excited about! Speaker: Yes it sure is, I have know Chris since we were 5 years old. I can not believe we have finally come this far and are getting married! Listener: That is quite unique. I'm happy to hear that!
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Speaker: I tripped over my foot and landed face first in front of a group of hot jocks. I am so embarrassed! Listener: that must have been so painful, don't get embarrassed it happens to everyone, people fart in public transports, people fall and rip their jeans, people cry over stupid things, it's a totally normal thing Speaker: Haha, yes you are totally right! I am sure they will forget about it soon :) Listener: you sure will, besides hot jocks doesn't sound too bad too me :3
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Speaker: My best friend is keeping all of my life's savings at her house Listener: Was that your idea? Why did you decide to do that? Speaker: i spend way too much money Listener: You must really trust her to let her hold on to your life's savings! Speaker: I do
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Speaker: My long distance girlfriend surprised me when she flew in to visit me this past weekend Listener: Aww, that is so sweet! I'm sure you were very happy Speaker: I was ecstatic. It was before school has started, so I had a lot of free time. Couldn't have been planned better. Listener: Oh yeah, definitely! She seems like a very good girlfriend to do that for you. Sounds like y'all have a good future ahead.
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Speaker: My grandfather passed away, and when I found out it had already been several weeks after the funeral happened. Listener: My condolences to you. Will you be able to visit his gravesite? Speaker: Unfortunately it's a very long ways away. I hope someday too, though. It's important, if only for closure. Listener: Yes, it will be worth saving up for. I hope it works out for you.
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Speaker: I saw my boyfriend with another girl yesterday and they were sitting shoulder to shoulder next to each other...it made me so jealous Listener: I hope that nothing came of it though. Speaker: Yes me too, I did not want to seem like a jealous stalker so I didn't stay behind to find out what happened afterwards. Listener: I'm sure nothing happened! Gotta have some trust.
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Speaker: I know I can pass my calculus test today! Listener: Great confidence! what do you anticipate your grade to be Speaker: I want to shoot for at least a 90-100%. Can you believe all I needed was a tutor Listener: You prepared well! You will do goo.
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Speaker: I am totally going to win first place tomorrow in the biology contest! I studied for months for this! Listener: That's great! good luck Speaker: Thanks, I am only worried about missing my school bus to school Listener: why is that? Speaker: I always sleep through my alarms Listener: I can agree with that
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Speaker: My mom passed away it's still so hard Listener: I a so sorry to hear that. How are you coping with your loss? Speaker: Thank you just one day at at a time Listener: Yes, sometimes that is the only thing you can do. I hope you are also getting some support from family and other friends Speaker: I am trying to get to that poin
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Speaker: I have all my ingredients ready for the baking contest tomorrow! I am so excited to cook against high class chefs Listener: You sound prepared for it! Im sure you have practiced. Speaker: Yes I have I can decorate a cake in less than 30 minutes! :) Listener: Very nice! Keep the confidence and dont doubt yourself tomorrow.
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Speaker: Hi Bob Listener: Hey what is up? Speaker: I had an issue with a friend the other day Listener: Oh, no want to talk about it? Speaker: Yeah, i don't know if I can trust him anymore
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Speaker: I am so mad, my dog ate my homework that I spend 2 hours on, so now I have to redo the whole thing! Listener: Oh no, that's terrible, what are you going to do? Speaker: I guess I will just have to redo everything if my teacher does not believe me :( Listener: Well that's no good, you could try taping it back together
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Speaker: I have been married to my husband for 40 years and still love him with all my heart Listener: That's great I always love to hear about happy couples. Too much bad news in the world. Speaker: Yes I totally agree, we are celebrating our 41 year anniversary tomorrow :) Listener: Oh, eats lots of cake and make sure to have a nice dinner with candles. Maybe a bubble bath too.
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Speaker: I felt guilty when I broke our house window with a football Listener: Oh no... maybe you can get it fixed asap so no one will be upset? Speaker: It is fixed now, but at the time it was a big deal Listener: I am sure it was glad its fixed
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Speaker: Today I came across an old diary that I wrote in when I was younger. Listener: How does it hold up now? Speaker: Its holding up pretty good! :) looks brand new still lol Listener: well that is good, that seems rare!
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Speaker: Hello Listener: Hi there, how're you? Speaker: I am doing fine. How are you? Listener: I'm doing well. It's quite early in the morning though, that's for sure. Speaker: That is is true. I am up thinking about my relationship with my deceased wife.
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Speaker: The first night I finally moved into my new place was very nice. I finally had my own spot, to myself, and the means to afford it comfortably. Listener: I know the feeling When you finally have your own place to do what you want. Speaker: It's pretty liberating. Would be hard to come back from that freedom though. Hard to imagine it. Listener: Good or bad I have been in that situation many times. More recently when I was separated from my current wife. My own place. Finally!
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Speaker: I accidentally took my friend's food and felt very embarrassed after. Listener: why? what did he do? Speaker: Nothing, I had just mistaken it for my food but when I realized it wasn't, I became red in the face. Listener: oh i know this feeling, but don't worry it's okay! these things happen, soon feeling will disappear
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Speaker: I am hopeful that I will get into law school this year. I studied really hard for it. Listener: I hope you do too. Sounds like you did well preparing. Speaker: Yes I did, I spent 4 hours every day for a whole year studying for this test to get into law school. Listener: Very good! I anticipate you will get in!
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Speaker: Today I needed to take my dog to the vet but I couldn't so I asked my sister to go. I am sure she will be able to handle it. Listener: Is your dog ok? Speaker: Yes she is fine, it is just for a check up. I am sure my sister will not have any problems. Listener: Does your sister usually have problems?
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Speaker: I just ate the most disgusting thing ever! Listener: What did you eat? Speaker: I ate meal worms! They were still alive and I could feel them crawling in my mouth Listener: That sounds like the worst feeling.
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Speaker: I misunderstood what someone said to me, I tried to help but in turn it all turned out awkward and the conversation went wrong. Listener: ah i know this feeling, how did the conversation go? Speaker: They kind of went off on me ad disagreed. What I said wasn't offensive, just irrelevant though lol. Listener: it's okay, next just tell them that you didn't quiet understand what they meant and so they will explain it again
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Speaker: I was throwing away my old stuff when I came across my old toys but I could not throw them out because they meant so much to me. Listener: You shouldn't be so attached to your old stuff, you might end up a hoarder! Speaker: That is true, they have survived staying with me all these years because they brought me so much joy. Listener: Well that is a good reason to keep holding on to something!
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Speaker: I am feeling anxious about my test tomorrow Listener: Oh no. Did you study for it? Speaker: No i completely forgot about it so I have been cramming all night :( Listener: I hope it goes better than you expect! Cram all that information into your brain!
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Speaker: Tomorrow the results will be announced. Awaiting eagerly! Listener: The results for what? Speaker: It's competitive exam and the last level. one step to go to get a government job. Listener: Well, best of luck, I am sure you did awesome! Speaker: Yeah, Thank you so much.
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Speaker: I miss being a kid, all the games I played with neighbors, just great times Listener: Childhood is a boon and it never be taken again. But everyone wishes to do so. Speaker: That is for sure, I just miss those days a lot Listener: Me too. Try to spend time with kids. We can get into their life for sometime.
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Speaker: I always am prepared for hurricanes. Listener: I live in Texas, We really dont have to worry about them here. Speaker: I love Texas. Listener: Texas is a great place! But I can understand the need to want to be prepared.
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Speaker: So i got a huge bonus at work last week! Listener: How much? Speaker: It was enough that I was able to pay off my car and a lot of bills. Listener: Cool. What kind of car. Speaker: It was a 84 Mustang.
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Speaker: I am terrified of spiders, one time I saw one on my wall and stared at it for hours to keep track of where it was Listener: What makes you so afraid of them? They do eat all the other creepy-crawlies, after all. Speaker: It's all their legs and eyes...*shivers* just imagining it gives me chills up my spine! Listener: True, they aren't a very visually appealing species. But at least they're more afraid of you, that's some consolation.
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Speaker: When I was in middle school, I remember seeing a question on the board and feeling positive that I knew the answer. When all was quiet and the teacher asked if anyone knew the answer, I confidently spoke up, only to be incorrect Listener: Oh no how did you feel? Speaker: An odd combination of wanting to die, and not wanting to exist. Like, I basically wanted to reverse time. Listener: I totally understand that feeling and know what you mean! But I wouldn't sweat over it, it happens to the best of us and we learn fro our mistakes!
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Speaker: I wanted to try out a new brand of headphones but instead stuck with the good old Beats. I was loyal to them. Listener: I usually stick with what I know also Speaker: Tried and tested is safe! Listener: Absolutely, Especially when spending a lot of money
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Speaker: My son was extremely sick but I had to be at work that day so I had to leave him with my mother in law Listener: That sounds awful. I hope he is better now! Speaker: Much better, and I knew she would take good care of him Listener: It's wonderful you had someone like your mother to help!
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Speaker: I feel so guilty, I promised my friend I would come to her birthday party but forgot about it Listener: Oh no! Maybe you can get her a gift and some sweets to make up for it? Speaker: You are brilliant! I can't believe I did not think of that, I will definitely get her some sweets to make it up to her Listener: Hopefully she will understand!
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Speaker: I am so happy I just got a new puppy! Listener: Awesome, I bet you're with your puppy all the time now :) Speaker: Yes of course! He is the cutest pup, and full of energy! Listener: Puppies are so wonderful, I'm happy for you!
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Speaker: I saw someone who was making much more money than me doing a the same thing as me but a very bad job. But I still wished I was on their place and paid as much Listener: I know what you mean, maybe ask if the place is hiring? Speaker: Yeah well I'm online entrepreneur so it's more complicated. I don't want to charge as much at the same time. They're kind of scamming people but I still felt envious, then got over it. Listener: ohh okay I see, yeah that is a difficult situation. I hope it works out for you and best of luck buddy! :)
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Speaker: My grandmother became sick recently so I have taken some time off work to nurse her. Listener: Oh no! I'm sorry to hear that. I hope she gets better. Speaker: Thank you, slowly each day she is getting back onto her feet. Listener: I'm glad that she is getting better!
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Speaker: I had a cancer scare last year. My doctor found a strange mole. I had to wait a week for the biopsy to come back. It was a long wait! Listener: I can't imagine what that must have felt like. What helped you get through it? Speaker: Xanax! Just kidding. I didn't have much help dealing with it because I didn't tell anyone. Listener: At least you kept your sense of humor! Speaker: In retrospect! I was pretty freaked out. My family was mad at me for not telling them, but I didn't want them to worry.
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Speaker: I felt really guilty when I had to tell my parents I decided to drop out of school. Listener: Did you hear the "You'll be a ditch-digger" speech like my brother did? Speaker: How did you guess? I was told a lot of things that day. Listener: Not everyone is cut out for sitting in a classroom listening to droning teach-speak.
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Speaker: My brother got such a nice Snowboard for his birthday when we were teenagers. I wanted one too, but didn't end up getting what I wanted Listener: That doesn't sound like such a pleasurable memory. Maybe you received a gift your brother always secretly wish he had! Speaker: You know, he played it up like that, seemed really invested in the Bass guitar I got. He sure did enjoy the hell out of that snowboard, though. Listener: You know what they say, the grass is always greener on the other side. Did you ever manage to get him to let you borrow his snowboard?
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Speaker: I am terrified of clowns Listener: I'm not afraid of clown myself, but I can absolutely see how they can be terrifying to some people! Speaker: Yes, I hate the makeup they wear, it is just so creepy! Listener: I agree with you. Those painted smiles and big, red noses can be so off-putting!
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Speaker: I'm starting a music career professionally and believe I can do it in alternative industry! Listener: That is awesome, can you tell me more about what you will be doing? Speaker: Me and my wife are musicians and are forming a duo together with her singing, I play guitar and piano and she sings. Listener: Wow that sounds really awesome, I would love to listen to you songs. Can I also be the first to receive your autographs? :)
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Speaker: am so impressed by my daughter, she won the national spelling bee contest! Listener: Wow, she must be a talented child! I'm sure you're so proud of her. Speaker: I really am! She is only 7 years old, but already won her first national contest! :) Listener: Now that's an achievement you and her will remember till the rest of her life!
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Speaker: I just finished my last exam and am very relieved to be finished! Listener: Congrats! That is always a great feeling. Speaker: Yes, it feels like all the hard work I put into studying has paid off. Listener: It certainly has. You deserve it.
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Speaker: Sometimes even though I have a girlfriend, I wonder what it'd be like to be with someone else Listener: well theres only one way to find out! Speaker: I don't think I'd be willing to leave her. She's great. But sometimes you get that "grass is greener" feeling Listener: yea, everyone probably does at one point or another.
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Speaker: I got mad when I lost my dog Listener: Oh no! I would have too. Did you find him? Speaker: no, he dug a hole and ran away. Listener: Oh... Interesting. A hole under the fence? I'm sorry to hear that.
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Speaker: I studied my drivers test book page to page for two weeks leading up to the test. Went in with all the confidence in the world Listener: How did that turn out? Speaker: Nailed it, 100%. Turns out I learned you don't gotta study all that much for a written drivers test. Listener: Congrats! That's awesome to hear.
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Speaker: Reflecting back on my youth, I remember all the times I'd steal candy bars from the convenience store on the way home from school Listener: haha we all did crazy things when we were young! did you ever get caught? Speaker: No. I'd stop in with a group of people walking home, and slyly take my pick while others were legitimately buying. Listener: good plan. Wait until the shopkeeper was busy with someone else.
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Speaker: I recently got to move to the city I've always wanted to live in and I couldn't be happier! Listener: Congratluations! I bet your full of joy! Speaker: I am! It also means I don't have to drive anymore, which I'm super excited about. Listener: I bet you are! I think you will enjoy your new home and city!
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Speaker: I have never felt more anticipation than the months I waited to hear if I got accepted into grad school or not. Listener: I bet! Have you gotten any word back yet? Speaker: Yes I got accepted! It was worth the wait. Listener: Congratulations! You're going to do wonderful, I just know it!
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Speaker: My brother graduated college and has already gotten a job, I feel pretty happy for him Listener: thats amazing.. im happy for him too.. i bet you are proud Speaker: Yeah, I am. I felt a little jealous, since he graduated before me. But that's okay. I want him to do well, especially since he has a family. Listener: thats to be expected but you seem like a caring person
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Speaker: A few weeks ago there was a fire in our electrical panel. Listener: Wow, that's terrifying.get really big? Did it Speaker: luckily no! it stayed in just 1 room on one wall Listener: That is crazy lucky. Well, I'm glad everything ended up okay.
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Speaker: One of my more embarrassing moments was when I was jumping over my backpack and my foot got caught in the handle. It's the only time I've ever actually fallen on my face. Listener: Oh no! How awkward! did anyone see it? Speaker: Quite a few, but I knew most of them. I consider that better than falling in front of a bunch of strangers. Listener: Probably but that is still the worst thing ever. Are you finally able to laugh about it?
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Speaker: Once my dog got really sick. It was scary but I decided to completely trust my vet and he's still healthy today. Listener: I am glad! You must have a very good veterinarian Speaker: Definitely. I moved and it's been hard to find a replacement. Listener: Well I'm glad that you found someone worthy!
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Speaker: I got a call from my sister's boyfriend that she was in a car wreck and was being life-flighted to the hospital with no information on her condition. Just that I need to get there quick. Listener: Oh my goodness! Is she going to be alright? Speaker: It was a nightmare because I had a two hour drive to get to where she was with no update on her at all. The unknown during that time was horrific. But, yes, she will be ok. Listener: The unknown is always so scary, but especially in your case! I'm so happy that she's going to be ok. Hopefully that puts you more at ease now.
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Speaker: I love my dog. The way we are faithful to eachother...there is no other bond like it. Listener: That is wonderful. What is your dogs name? Speaker: My dog's name is Blu. She's an American Bulldog and close to 100 pounds. Listener: That's a big dog. Blu is a cool name!
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Speaker: Started a new job, it's so different from what I always have done. Listener: Do you at least enjoy the new job? Speaker: I do, just hard work, used to sitting at a desk. Listener: Hopefully the more you warm up to the new job, it will become easier. Speaker: Hope so, my muscles are sore right now.
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Speaker: I work at a dairy plant in San Antonio. I work in a small group and they are very close to me. It's humbling to have a close knit group of guys who have your back on things. Listener: That sounds awesome. A lot of people would kill to have a cooperative work environment. I bet it increases performance as well. Speaker: Absolutely, these guys and me usually try to bust out our work quickly and have some downtime to hang out when time permits. I pasteurize milk for a living and it's a lot of fun. Listener: Wow that sounds like an interesting process! I've never done it myself, but it sounds like something I would love to learn. Speaker: It's the process of killing yeast, mold and bacteria. You basically heat up the milk to about 190 degrees and kill all the nasty bacteria.
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Speaker: While in grad school I missed out on a Foo Fighters concert my friends went to; I was really jealous. Listener: I love the foo fighters too. I would have be raging! What happened? Speaker: I just had to study for the four tests I had coming up, but I got to see a bunch of cool videos from my friends. Listener: Well thats not too bad then. Good on you for putting your education and studies first. Im sure it wasnt easy at the time.
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Speaker: I don't believe that you have! It is not available yet! Listener: Oh lol. Speaker: Well, I guess it should come up soon.
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Speaker: I was excited when my parents got me a car as a graduation gift Listener: Oh that sounds very exciting! What kind of car? Speaker: it was an 05 ford focus! Listener: That is so awesome! Happy for you!
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Speaker: I was at a party once and saw someone throw up all over someone else. Listener: That is nasty, did it get on anyone else? that would not be fun Speaker: It got all over many people. It was gross. Listener: That is so nasty, I am glad I was not there
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Speaker: I'm waiting on more money coming in, I'm starting a new business so fingers crossed! Listener: I hope that business goes well! Speaker: Yeah me too! I'm feeling prepared so we'll see. Listener: That's great. I am sure you will turn a profit in no time
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Speaker: I use to be very trusting until 8 years ago. Listener: Why 8 years? That's a very specific time ago. Speaker: 3 people I thought were my friends attacked me out of the blue and left me for dead. I have had a hard time making friends since then. Listener: That's ridiculous! They were clearly not your friends. There are much better people in the world.
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Speaker: I'm going to a Braves game tomorrow for the first time and I'm a little apprehensive. Listener: It should be fun! Do you like baseball? Speaker: I love baseball, I just have social anxiety and I'm a little concerned with how I will react being in such a large crowd. Listener: I think you will be fine. If you need some alcohol to take the edge off, go for it.
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Speaker: It really shook me up when my wife filled for divorce 2 years ago. She gave me no warning and hired a lawyer right away. Listener: That's terrible, you had no clue it was coming? Speaker: Non whatsoever, when I found out she had already left to her moms house, no text or anything. She had left a note on the table Listener: what did the note say? Speaker: That she was taking the kids and leaving, that she was tired of the way things were going. And that she had hired a lawyer to begin filling for divorce.
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Speaker: Our home is paid off Listener: How long did it take you? That's amazing. Speaker: About 3 years. Used the money from the last house and put it all on this one. Listener: I consider you to be a lucky guy. I hope one day I can pay mine off completely. Speaker: Worth the effort to do it, now work part time, mortgage is the biggest expense
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Speaker: I've been having to deal with me and my wife's new business and it's been kind of stressful. Listener: My husband owns a business and its also stressful. What kind of business did yall start? Speaker: A spiritual service business. Listener: Oh . What do you do for that?
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Speaker: I love living in my own house, it's a place where I can sit back and enjoy myself. I feel like i'm king of the castle. Listener: At least you are comfortable and enjoying that! Some people would hate being alone. Speaker: I have my wife with me as well. I feel like I can set up a good future for us with this house. Listener: That is great! I'm sure everything will work out.
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Speaker: I was excited when my parents got me a car as a graduation gift Listener: wow ! that's really awesome. What kind of car did you get? Speaker: I was disgusted when I saw someone bleeding during a fight, their head had been cracked Listener: what? that's absolutely horrble
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Speaker: Hello. Listener: Hi! Tell me something about yourself! Speaker: Well... I'm feeling incredibly guilty! Listener: Oh no? I hope you're okay. Why is it that you feel guilty? Speaker: I am OK. I'm trying to get in shape for my wedding, but somehow managed to eat just about everything unhealthy in the house! So ashamed of myself!
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Speaker: On my first date with my wife we got so drunk that I ended up wetting the bed! Listener: oh wow! did she notice? Speaker: She did! She didn't tell me though for years! Listener: how did you feel when you eventually found out that she know? Speaker: Absolutely silly! I never knew that was possible! Listener: You must have been really drunk!
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Speaker: I've been trying to cheer my mom up a lot lately. She's kind of been struggling. Listener: Im sorry to hear that. I know that can be stressful. Speaker: Yeah, especially since I live so far away from her. I let her video chat with my kids a lot to hopefully bring some happiness back into her days. Listener: Yeah I hope so too. That must be painful to bare.
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Speaker: It was my turn and i was called up to sing, While singing, i noticed my trouser zip was full open because it had spoiled. It was really embarrassing and i felt really ashamed of myself Listener: Im sorry. I can imagine how you felt! Hopefully you hit a home run! Speaker: yes, i had to give them a signal so i can leave the stage Listener: Thats something I would never forget. Hopefully you get another shot at it.
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Speaker: Being a mom is such a struggle sometimes. On the one hand I really enjoy the break I get when my son stays with his grandparents. On the other I always feel a bit off kilter when he's not home with me. Listener: I totally understand what you mean. Peace and quiet is nice but I bet you miss your son when he is gone? Speaker: Absolutely! I can get so much done, but I really do prefer him to just be home with me. All seems right with the world when he's here. Listener: That's not surprising! Are you thinking about going back to work soon?
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Speaker: I was feeling extremely nervous. I was about to go on stage in front of 4000 people. Almost couldn't believe that it was happening! Listener: Wow that is a lot of people! What were you doing on stage? Speaker: I was delivering a presentation on leadership behaviours. Listener: That would make me so nervous! I am horrible in front of people. How did it go? Speaker: It went extremely well. Was nervous at first but hopefully nobody noticed!
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Speaker: My uncle died in the hospital, he had malaria , till now, I've not been myself Listener: So sorry to hear that, Hard to be alone. Speaker: I'm telling you, it's so hard. He helped to train me to school Listener: What did he train you in?
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Speaker: I have a long cruise coming up Listener: Wow, tell me about it Speaker: It is for 14 days, wish it was longer, but so looking forward to it Listener: That is great, so happy for you
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Speaker: My neighbor jokingly makes fun of me for a comment I made that came out very wrong. I turn red every time he mentions it now. Listener: Are you friends with your neighbor Speaker: Yes, he and his wife are some of our best friends! Listener: You shouldn't be embarrased around your best friends. I'm sure he's just picking in good fun
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Speaker: I almost made the biggest mistake of my life and cost me the greatest thing that ever happened to me. But I sobered up and didn't do it. Listener: Oh no that doesn't sound good. What almost happened? Speaker: I had gotten into a huge fight with my girlfriend so I went out with some buddies and started chatting and flirting with this beautiful woman at the bard. Listener: Well I'm glad you sobered up and didn't do anything you would regret later!
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Speaker: I tried a new slushie flavor tonight. It sounded very good but it wasn't. Such a letdown. Listener: Oh,dont take it so hard,its always like that,so sorry about that Speaker: Sometimes things just don't work out. Listener: It will work out if you believe
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Speaker: I felt i wouldnt succeed, Listener: What were you trying to do? Speaker: I took exams and got tensed when the result did not show up Listener: Did they ever come?
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Speaker: Have you ever been hurt so bad by someone that you thought to yourself that you would NEVER put yourself in a position to get hurt again? Listener: Oh absolutely. That's the worst feeling. Who hurt you and how are you doing now? Speaker: My ex-husband and now I'm just getting ready to start dating again- But its so scary. Listener: Dating is one of those things that everyone makes seem so easy, but in reality it's just so difficult to be able to open up to people sometimes. I hope things go well for you and you meet someone who makes you very happy!
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Speaker: My husband and I have been married for 5 years but sometimes I still get annoyed with other women. We went to the bar recently and he was off with his friends when I noticed a girl trying desperately to get his attention. Listener: Ah. I can imagine I've been in a similar situation. But just remember he loves you and if he's never given you any doubt then trust him Speaker: For sure! I just don't understand why people have to do that. He wears a wedding ring all the time and we have kids! Listener: Oh I completely agree with you. Some women just need a "challanege" you know. But its like HANDS OFF!
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Speaker: I am really in shock Listener: Shock? Uh oh, what happened? Is everything okay? Speaker: Yes its actually great! I got into college. Listener: Ohhh... That makes more sense. Well, congratulations. That's a defining point in people's lives. I hope you have a great experience.
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Speaker: had to leave my long distance girlfriend to go back home, after I had spent a month of time with her Listener: im sorry.. distance sucks. luckily you guys have skype! Speaker: Yeah, we use it all the time. It's annoying to deal with sometimes, though. And it stinks to only be able to talk and not be able to hang out in person. Listener: I know because sometimes technology doesnt work the way we want it too.. i hope you get to be together again soon.
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Speaker: I went to empty the trash outside and the can was covered with maggots. Listener: Wow, that must be do disgusting Speaker: It was so gross. I felt like I was going to throw up. Listener: I know exactly how that feels.
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Speaker: I refused to take my neighbors properties because what I had was enough for me Listener: Did you fix it so that they won't lose their property in the future? Speaker: Not really, he wanted me as a girlfriend Listener: I'm confused. What do you being his girlfriend have to do with you not taking his property?
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Speaker: i have faith in a brighter future Listener: I hope you are right. Speaker: i believe in society and the work the government is providing for us! Listener: why is that Speaker: because they are just very trustworthy! Listener: Where do you live? Cause it isn't in the US.
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Speaker: Took the wife to the club, big mistake. Listener: why is that? Speaker: All the guys hitting on her, only good thing is free drinks for her. lol Listener: i guess we all learn from our mistakes never take her there again
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Speaker: I was in a meeting when someone accused me of stealing his money, it was so tough on me Listener: That's the thing with accusations, anybody can say anything. But if they don't have any proof then it's meaningless. Speaker: Seriously, it was not funny, but the truth came out finally Listener: It's hard to be accused of something you didn't do. I'm glad the truth prevailed.