[System] proud: The day i finished my Doctorate i was extremly proud and thankfull for everything i have

[Assistant] i was really happy the day i finished my doctorate

[Assistant] Wow. That is quite an accomplishment! Congratulations!

[Assistant] yeah it really took a lot of hard work to do it but it was worth it at the end

[Assistant] What was is your doctorate in?

[Assistant] in science of medicine it was really a fun exppirience


[System] excited: My wife is getting back from a trip to Germany for 2 months in like a week.  I'm super happy and can't wait to see her!

[User] My wife has been out of the country for 2 months, and is getting back in a week.  I'm super pumped!

[User] what has she been doing? undercover CIA agent?

[User] No, taking a language course to help her graduate studies.  Good guess though :P

[User] *wink* *wink*


[System] anticipating: My wife is returning from a trip abroad in a week.  I've got to get to work making the house look nice for her when she gets back.

[User] My wife is coming back into the country after being away for 2 months.  I've got to do some cleaning before she gets back :P

[User] Ha, yeah gotta make sure the house is back up to wife code before she gets home... other wise there's going to be a price to pay.

[User] Most definitely.  I'm not worried about her being terribly mad, but it's nice to come home to a clean house.

[User] It always is, plus it gives you some brownie points as well.


[System] embarrassed: i recently burned my hair with my hair drier and it looks so bad, i wonder what people think when they see me with my hair like that

[Assistant] i burned my hair with my hair drier i am so embarrased to go out in public

[User] I am sorry to hear that, my wife has done the same thing. She wore a hat for almost a month when she left the house.

[Assistant] yeah it is the worst, i loook so weird with my hair like this it is so embarassing

[User] Well, like I told her, it will grow out, it will just take time.


[System] disappointed: I went out to dinner the other day.  The food was subpar and the service wasn't very good.

[User] I had a bad experience out to eat the other day.  I don't do it too often, so it was a bummer.

[Assistant] That doesn't sound good. What happened that was so bad?

[User] The food was pretty bad and the service didn't help clear things up.  There were a lot of mistakes on top of everything.  Just general bad eating out things.

[Assistant] That sounds like an awful experience. I probably wouldn't go back there anytime soon.


[System] embarrassed: I was at the grocery store the other day and I wasn't paying attention because I was looking at my phone. I hit a display and knocked everything over. I was hoping no one was around and wouldn't notice but there were a few people staring directly at me and my face was bright red.

[Assistant] I was walking through the grocery store the other day and wasn't watching where I was going and knocked over an entire display.

[Assistant] Oh lord. Did you try to set it back up, or did you try to sneak away?

[Assistant] It was too much of a mess to clean up and I couldn't sneak away because there were several people who saw me do it. My face was bright red.

[Assistant] Oh no, that's really embarrassing! Hopefully they let you off easy since it was just an accident.


[System] excited: My wife is going to be back from out of the country for 2 months in about a week.  I'm super happy.

[User] My wife has been out of the country for two months and is getting back in a week.

[Assistant] I know you're happy 😊

[User] Definitely :)  It's been a long and lonely summer :)

[Assistant] I feel ya, lonely indeed.


[System] lonely: I recently moved from California to North Carolina. It was ok while my friend (who drove me across the country) was here. But after he left I realized I knew absolutely nobody. It was not a good feeling.

[Assistant] I recently moved from California to North Carolina and suddenly realized I knew absolutely nobody. It was a horrible feeling.

[User] That sucks. Why did you move from california?

[Assistant] My rent tripled in three years. I couldn't afford to stay - just too expensive. Anyway, a friend had driven across with me and it wasn't until he'd gone that I realized I was alone. Silly, huh?!

[User] That's really common actually. There's a big exodus from there.  They voted for high taxes and now people are abandoning the state beacuse the cost of living is too high.

[Assistant] The two things I found that were really bad were rents and gas. Everything else was pretty much the same as other places I've lived. So sad - where I lived was lovely.

[User] The weather is nice in parts of california, I've been there.

[Assistant] The North is my favorite area - north of San Francisco. Where did you go?

[User] My sister got married at Laguna niguel


[System] confident: A while back I decided to move from Florida to California and wanted to drive. I have driven West to East, but never the other way. I knew I could do it though - just take my time and enjoy the trip!

[Assistant] A while ago I drove from Florida to Northern California. It's a long trip, but I knew I could do it just fine.

[User] That is a long trip.  Did you do it all in one go or did you take breaks?

[Assistant] It took about 5 days. I would drive a few hours and stop for the night. I'd already made the trip from West to East, so kind of knew what I was doing.

[User] That's not bad, I was thinking you were doing it in like a couple days.

[Assistant] Oh no - I'm not a race car driver, lol. And anyway, it's kind of fun seeing different parts of the country, so rushing would (to me) be a waste.


[System] caring: My wife was sick the other day.  She was stuck in bed for most of a day, it was rough.

[User] My wife was really sick the other day, she was stuck in bed for most of the day.

[Assistant] Oh, poor lady. I do hope she's feeling better. What was wrong with her, if you don't mind my asking?

[User] Not completely sure, maybe just a stomach bug or something.  She's ok now, though her appetite took a bit to come back.

[Assistant] Well, I'm really glad to hear she's recovered. Stomach bugs are awful - they really take their toll on you.


[System] content: im really happy im starting school again, summer was so boring for me i spent it at my house the whole entire summer

[Assistant] summer was so boring for me, im really happy school is starting again

[User] Why was it boring, nothing exciting to do where you live?

[Assistant] not really, i just stayed home all summer because my parents worked the whole summer as well as i did

[User] Ah yeah, that sucks. No time for anything fun.


[System] afraid: My mom is having weight loss surgery. Im worried the risks are too dangerous.

[Assistant] My mom is having weight loss surgery next week, I'm nervous.

[Assistant] What kind of operation is it? I'm unfamiliar with weight loss surgery. But typically surgeries like that are very safe, but it is natural to feel nervous about someone you care about.

[Assistant] She is having gastric bypass surgery, I feel like it would be too dangerous due to her medical state. She wont listen to me!

[Assistant] Well, everyone is entitled to their own life choices. I'm sure she'll be alright.


[System] angry: i hate getting last, i have always loved winning and there is nothing that makes me more angry than losing in something

[Assistant] there is nothing i hate more than losing in something

[Assistant] Yeah, that's never fun. Did you lose at something recently?

[Assistant] not recently but gettting last at a race really makes me angry and motivates me

[Assistant] I agree, it makes you just want to try harder next time.


[System] joyful: It has been a wonderful Monday! I found out I got a pay raise and we are planing our holiday vacation.

[Assistant] It has been a wonderful Monday!

[User] That's great, what specifically has made it so good for you?

[Assistant] I found out a got a pay raise at my job, we are starting to plan a cruise for the holidays in November!

[User] Wow that all sounds very exciting, congratulations!


[System] sad: I read in the news a family had a house fire and lost all of their animals. It makes me upset to think about how they died.

[Assistant] I read in the news about a family who lost all six of their animals in a house fire :(

[Assistant] thats so sad oh no! thats terrible. :(

[Assistant] I know, it made me upset! My two dogs are my babies couldn't imagine loosing them.

[Assistant] They are honestly just like children so its really sad.


[System] lonely: my dog is over at the vet for 4 days and it makes the house feel super lonly, i really am looking forward to my dog comming back

[Assistant] my dog is over at the vet for 4 days and makes the house feel so alone'

[Assistant] Awww, I totally know that feeling. I hate even going on vacation and not being able to bring my dog along. She is family!

[Assistant] yeah i am really looking forward to getting him back

[Assistant] I can imagine! Is he doing okay?


[System] sad: My wife went out of the country for school for 2 months at the beginning of the summer.  Dropping her off at the airport was really hard.

[User] My wife went out of the country for a couple months at the beginning of the summer, dropping her off at the airport was really tough.

[Assistant] It must have been! Have you guys been apart before?

[User] Not for more than a few days.  It's been a rough couple months, but it's almost over!

[Assistant] Ah so you've gone through it a couple of months alrready. How much longer is she going to be away for?


[System] grateful: My wife and I had to move far away from home recently for her grad school.  My parents were kind enough to cosign on a loan for a condo.

[User] When my wife and I had to move for her to go to school, we had a lot of trouble finding a place to live until my parents were nice enough to cosign on a loan.

[Assistant] You must be so thankful!

[User] We are.  They've helped a lot during my life, but this might have been the biggest one.

[Assistant] They are really wonderful. Do you have plans to show how thankful you are?


[System] sentimental: i am really happy to visit all my family back home, i live around 22 hours away from them in plane so i dont see them often

[Assistant] i cant wait to visit my family back home they are so far away i dont get to see them a lo

[Assistant] When will you be going ?

[Assistant] in a couple of weeks i am really happy to see them it has been 5 years

[Assistant] Wow, I hope you have a really nice trip.


[System] terrified: Spiders make me scared to my bones i cannot see them anywhere does not matter if it is in a picture

[Assistant] i cant get near spiders, even if i see them in pictures they freak me out

[User] just cause of the way they look or you had an incident involving one?

[Assistant] not really i was just born afraid of them hahah

[User] yea im right there with you on that one along with snakes heh


[System] surprised: A few years ago I came home to an unexpected party for my birthday.  My wife (who was my girlfriend then) had planned it all with my friends without me knowing.

[User] A few years ago, before we got married, my wife planned a party for me for my birthday completely without me knowing.

[Assistant] That sounds like a pleasant surprise!

[User] It really was!  I walked into my apartment to like 15 more people than I expected.

[Assistant] Thats so sweet of her and what a great memory to have!


[System] annoyed: it really annoys me wheen my little brother throws food on the table and eats with his mouth open just to bothern me

[Assistant] i hate when my little brother throws food on the table just to annoy m e

[User] That's a terrible waste of food, how old is your little brother?

[Assistant] he is like 11 but he does it when my parents are not home it is really anoying

[User] Well, I hope he soon sees that is not something that he should be doing.


[System] angry: I was stopped at a red light and a woman in a truck scraped all along the side of my car.  She seemed high or something, so I don't know what was wrong with her.

[User] I was stopped at a traffic light when a woman in a truck scraped slowly along the side of my car.

[Assistant] That's brutal, did she get out?

[User] Yeah, we both stopped and pulled over.  I think she was high or something, she was really off.

[Assistant] Did she have insurance?


[System] disgusted: i was eating at a really fancy restaurant and found a little ball of hair in my food i was really disgusted

[Assistant] i found a little ball of hair when i was eating at a fancy restaurant

[Assistant] Awful! did you complaint?

[Assistant] yeah i did, they gave us a refund and we did not come back to that place again

[Assistant] Food should be made hygiene. We shouldn't compromise on health.


[System] angry: My husband ate the last of the bread and didn't tell me. He ruined my entire dinner plan

[Assistant] I had made plans for dinner and had set everything out and I found out my husband ate all the bread!

[Assistant] That's annoying, was it garlic bread?

[Assistant] It wasn't even garlic bread! It was generic bread to dip in soup!

[Assistant] What did you say to him after he did it?


[System] surprised: i was feels more surprised that my boy friend give me a gift for my birthday

[User] i feels surprised

[User] How so?

[User] my boy friend gives me a birthday gift surprisingly

[User] That's awesome!  I love getting surprises!


[System] sad: When I moved into this apartment my next door neighbor had an old beagle. He was a lovely pooch. The poor dog had cancer and just before Thanksgiving he had to be put to sleep. I looked for that wee dog for weeks afterwards.

[Assistant] My neighbor used to have an old beagle - a lovely pooch. He died of cancer just before Thanksgiving. I looked for him for weeks - I miss him.

[User] That's so sad.  I've lost dogs before.  I know how you feel :(

[Assistant] Yeah. I used to see him when I was out on my porch and he'd come out for a sniff around or a tinkle. He was so sweet and gentle.

[User] Yeah dogs are man's best friend.

[Assistant] They sure are. I actually prefer them to some humans I know! Do you have a dog at the moment?

[User] Yes I've got one.  She's a stray that showed up to work one day.

[Assistant] That's wonderful, that you were able to take her in. Good for you! More people should act like that.

[User] She's been a great dog. I've got no complaints or regrets.


[System] trusting: I don't cook very well but when my husband started putting chocolate in chilli I freaked out. I love him though so I put my trust in him.

[Assistant] I'm not a very good cook but sometimes my husband scares me with it!

[Assistant] Oh wow haha that's not good

[Assistant] He was putting chocolate right into the chilli the other night!

[Assistant] That's an interesting combination, maybe you should try to keep him out of the kitchen


[System] impressed: My son came home today and was working on homework. He said he didn't know it then proceeded to get it all right.

[Assistant] My son came home today and was working on his homework.

[Assistant] What grade is he in?

[Assistant] In 7th and they're doing pre algebra. He said he didn't know it, then proceeded to get every question right!

[Assistant] Awesome! That had to be a great confidence boost for him!


[System] prepared: I have been practicing for a marathon and I am starting to beat my best time!

[User] I've been training hard for a marathon next week, and I am beating my record time!

[Assistant] That's amazing! How long have you been running?

[User] For a few months now, but I've been training pretty hard just these past few months.

[Assistant] That's pretty cool. I hope you win!


[System] anxious: I'm very socially awkward

[User] I'm very socially awkward and tomorrow i'm going to have a playdate with some local moms and i'm so anxious

[Assistant] I'm right there with you.. I still feel pretty introverted, but since coming to college, I've been forced to socialize more, and it's help me at least "fake it until I make it." I still prefer to be alone a lot of the time, but at least I can somewhat manage without making myself look dumb. Maybe you can just think of some topics/things to talk about to have in the back of your head for the times when things get quiet?

[User] that's a great idea! thank you for a great advice.

[Assistant] I hope it goes well! If it makes you feel any better, most of them are probably just as nervous and are looking for any excuse to relax and let their guard down, too. Good luck


[System] apprehensive: I visited an underground cavern that was like 23 stories beneath the surface, i was uneasy to say the least.

[User] I recently went to ruby falls, an underground cavern with a waterfall.

[User] That sounds awesome. Have you ever been before?

[User] Not that particular one, no. I had butterflies in my stomach on that elevator going down 23 stories.

[User] I wish I could go sometime that sounds like quite the experience.

[User] Overall it was a good time, but i was nervous being that far underground, i need to learn to relax and enjoy things.


[System] apprehensive: Lifting some weight I didn't think I could handle.

[Assistant] I had some hesitations when I was at the gym today, thought I wouldn't be able to handle the weights

[User] How'd it turn out? Congrats on deciding to lead a healthier life, by the way.

[Assistant] I decided to focus on the music that was blasting, just tried switching up what I play in the gym, it sounds like vikings are bringing me into battle

[User] I'm the exact same way in the gym. Music is a huge motivator for me. One time my phone died while in the gym and the rest of the workout was so low energy.


[System] terrified: I got into a car crash when i was younger. A person T-boned my car when they failed to yield. I can still remember the squealing tires, and the sound of glass breaking.

[Assistant] Have you ever been in a car crash before?

[Assistant] Yeah I have, it wasn't serious but I got rearended

[Assistant] I got T-boned once, I'll never forget spinning around in that car, hearing the tires squalling. It was really scary.

[Assistant] That's terrifying, I'm so glad you're okay


[System] caring: Recently, my wife has lost a lot of loved ones. I have had to hold her in my arms several nights in a row while she cried to sleep.

[Assistant] My wife has been really sad here recently, I've had to hold her while she cries herself to sleep at night.

[Assistant] That is very sad. Did something recently happen to her?

[Assistant] Shes lost a lot of loved ones this summer. We've been to 4 funerals, and the most recent one was really hard on her.

[Assistant] That is absolutely horrible. I hope she has a moment of happiness very soon. No one should have to deal with that much loss.


[System] surprised: I've had a savings account with the same bank for over 10 years. I didn't use it for a long time, but decided to use it again. I got a heck of a shock when I saw they'd been deducting $15/month due to inactivity. They didn't even tell me!

[Assistant] My bank, which I've had a savings account with for over 10 years has been deducting $15/month from me for "inactivity". How about that?

[User] Death by a thousand cuts, I call it! They'll try to make a buck off anything!

[Assistant] Very true. They didn't even tell me. That was the last thing I expected! I only just decided to use it again.

[User] Did you try talking to them about it? I can only assume it wouldn't go well but you never know.

[Assistant] Yes. They said that they'd been taken over by another bank and it was the previous one which deducted the money. What rubbish. It just amazes me!


[System] devastated: Earlyier this week my brother in law committed suicide. The was only 28 years old. I couldn't breathe when i heard the news.

[Assistant] Have you ever had a friend or loved one commit suicide.

[User] Yes, I have.  One that actually died and one that was miraculously saved.  It was a dark and tough time.  Did that happen to you recently?

[Assistant] Yes, my brother in law/childhood friend took his own life. Its been very hard to comes to terms with.

[User] I am soo soo very sorry.  Its so hard to understand everything surrounding a suicide so its hard to be at peace about something that didn't have to happen.  I pray you and your family will find closure and fight for awareness for people who are struggling with those feelings.


[System] annoyed: My new puppy keeps pooping in the house. We let him out and he poops outside too, but I'm so tired of stepping in dog poo at 3am!

[Assistant] Have you ever had a new puppy?

[Assistant] Yeah, I have. Do you?

[Assistant] Yeah, he keeps pooping in the floor! He's learning to go outside, but I'm so tired of stepping in doggy poo at 3am!

[Assistant] It happens. Hope your dog will poop outside soon.


[System] disappointed: I went to the fridge looking for my last piece of chocolate I was saving and it was gone!

[Assistant] I store my chocolate in the fridge to make sure that it stays cold and solid. I was storing my last piece in there

[User] Always sucks when you forget to save it and wake up to a melted blob of brown.

[Assistant] Last night I wasn't in a great mood and wanted that last piece to help cheer me up a bit and it was gone!

[User] Oh wow! I HATE when you get the urge to eat something and then you get to the fridge only to realize it's gone. Do you know who ate it?


[System] guilty: I ran into my neighbor's mailbox but didn't stop to leave a note. When I saw him replacing it, I felt so bad that I had to confess. He was angry that I did it, but glad that I came forward.

[User] I ran into my neighbor's mailbox with my car but didn't stop and leave a note.

[User] Thats horrible! You should tell them as that is their property. What if someone did that to your stuff?

[User] I agree, I felt so bad about it. When I saw him replacing it, I went out and confessed.

[User] GOOD on you!!


[System] anxious: don't know how we gonna pay rent

[User] i'm so stressed. we are struggling financially and i don't even know how are we going to pay rent this month

[Assistant] I know how you feel, financial problems are rough. I know you'll figure out a way to make it.

[User] thank you for your support! and to make things worse i broke a ceiling light yesterday and we are renting this apartment so i have to replace it and it's expensive

[Assistant] That really stinks! Don't worry too much though, things will work out.


[System] sentimental: I found an old scrapbook my mother put together of pictures and memories of our family growing up.

[User] My mom made a pretty awesome scrapbook and gave it to me for christmas several years ago. I recently dug it out and went through it.

[Assistant] That's awesome, what was in it?

[User] Photos from my whole life growing up, with sections about my relationships with each sibling. pretty awesome.

[Assistant] You must be happy to have it back, those are the best memories.


[System] afraid: I was traveling internationally literally the day after a high level travel alert was issued for the region I was going.

[Assistant] I once was taking a big trip I had been looking forward to and the day before we leave for an international flight a high level travel advisory was issued for the area we were going.

[User] Ugh! I hate it when stuff like that happens. Were you able to get a refund on your tickets?

[Assistant] No. We went ahead and went on. It actually turned out to be a great trip with zero incidents.

[User] Awesome!!

[Assistant] Yeah. Glad we didnt bail.

[User] That is very true! Was it bad weather?

[Assistant] No. Best I can remember it didnt even rain.


[System] disappointed: I had planned a trip to Florida to see some old friends and go canoeing on the river. At the last minute (a day before) the people riding with me had to cancel, and I was forced to cancel the trip.

[Assistant] I hate it when plans fall through. I really wanted to spend my time on the water this last weekend.

[Assistant] i hate that too, what were you going to do?

[Assistant] I was going to Florida to go on a multi-day canoeing and camping trip. At the last minute, the two people I was going with backed out, and I simply couldn't afford to go alone.

[Assistant] Maybe I could come with you, I'm near Florida.


[System] impressed: I never believed my grandpa was a rockstar until he jumped onto the stage and bit the head off of a bat. Then he belted the words to 'Crazy Train' and jumped out into the audience! Wow!

[User] My grandpa always said he was a rockstar back in his day, but I never believed him.

[User] Why don't you believe him? He made have been quite the big name back in his day.

[User] I don't know if he was famous, but the other day, he got on stage, bit the head off of a bat, then belted the words to Crazy Train. It was unbelievable!

[User] Wow, that sounds amazing. I wish I could have seen that!


[System] disgusted: I used to work a flooring job, one time we had to remove the floor where a man died, there was bodily fluids and it was gross.

[User] I used to do flooring work, we had to deal with some pretty strange situations sometimes.

[Assistant] That sounds interesting.  What kinds?

[User] well, one time we had to replace the subfloor where a man had died and his cats had started to eat him. was revolting.

[Assistant] Oh that's awful!


[System] annoyed: It really bothers me that my son keeps putting dirty socks in his toy box. No matter what I have tried he still does it.

[Assistant] It really bothers me that my son sticks his dirty socks in the toy box

[User] Is that like the child equivalent of under the bed?

[Assistant] I guess so haha but no matter what I try to keep him from doing it, it still happens

[User] That's kinda strange. I assume that's something he'll grow out of.  How old is he?


[System] content: I recently had my hair cut for the first time in years. It's not perfect, but in the end, my hair looks much thicker and healthier, so I'm happy.

[User] I recently had my hip-length hair cut for the first time in years.

[Assistant] Wow, that took some guts! What made you want to cut it?

[User] It was kind of scraggly on the ends. It took me some time to get used to the new cut, but it looks much thicker and healthier now.

[Assistant] And just think about how much you're saving on shampoo and conditioner!


[System] embarrassed: I went around work all day today with a hole in my pants, right on my bottom. Nobody told me until I was leaving. I have no idea how many people noticed!

[User] I went around work all day today with a hole in my pants, right on my bottom.

[User] Ahhhh! I've done that before, but I noticed it quick.  Did you not know til the end of the day?

[User] Yep! No one told me. :( I have no idea how many people noticed or saw it.

[User] That's embarrassing, ah, I'm sorry.  Just play it off tomorrow at work!


[System] disappointed: I paid $1000 for a mystery box on eBay. It said it would be filled with all sorts of cool and expensive items. When I opened it, it was nothing but literal garbage.

[User] I paid $1000 for one of those mystery boxes on eBay. It said it would be filled with all sorts of fun and expensive items.

[Assistant] Please tell me it was not full of Oriental Trading Company rubber ducks and cheap tchotchkes.

[User] I would've happily taken that! Instead, it was filled with literal garbage, like a bunch of those empty 99 Bananas bottles and candy wrappers.

[Assistant] Oh man! I feel bad for laughing but "literal garbage" is pretty funny. That sucks, can you report them to eBay?


[System] confident: I had a final exam today. I know I aced it because I prepared for weeks.

[Assistant] I had my final exam for Chemistry today!

[Assistant] How did you do?

[Assistant] I'm pretty sure I Aced it! I've been studying for weeks.

[Assistant] That's good. I was never good at chemistry


[System] lonely: It can get really rough when you have a problem and just need to vent. It's even more hard when you realize you don't really have anyone to talk with.

[Assistant] It can be rough when I have a problem and need to vent to someone

[User] I understand, anything you need to talk about?

[Assistant] You are sweet because part of the problem is when I realize there really is no one to talk to. Thank you

[User] Buck up little camper.


[System] proud: I'm training a new girl at work. She is doing so good for her first week!

[Assistant] I've been training a new girl at work this week!

[User] How is she doing

[Assistant] She's doing great, especially for her second week on the job!

[User] I am happy for you and her


[System] joyful: I am already shopping for christmas, it's my favourite time of the year! It makes me feel so happy

[Assistant] I've already been shopping for christmas, I'm excited!

[Assistant] i can't believe christmas is in 4 months it's crazy

[Assistant] I know, it's my favourite time of year! Makes me happy :)

[Assistant] mine is the fall. halloween, thanksgiving....what's not to love.


[System] jealous: I had just spend 100 dollars on rolling a slot machine. After I just left and didn't win anything, someone came up and hit triple 7s at the machine i was just at.

[User] I was just at the casino, spent almost 100 dollars on a single machine. I didn't will anything.

[User] well the casino won! did you at least get some free drinks?

[User] Haha, yeah I got a little sauced. The worst part though was as soon as I got up, someone sat down and  rolled triple 7s.

[User] hah.. at least you had fun it sounds like


[System] terrified: Running up the stairs in the dark when I was a kid.

[Assistant] I used to get supremely scared when I wanted to go up stairs when the lights were off

[User] I do hate when the lights are off too

[Assistant] Yeah, so I would book it up the stairs as fast as possible

[User] I am sure I would too. Just be careful


[System] anticipating: I had just met a new girl on match.com. I was looking forward to our first date and hoping to make a good impression.

[User] I just got matched up with someone online. It will be my first date in a while.

[User] I am happy for you. Are you excited?

[User] Yeah, I'm really hoping to make a good impression. Other wise that would feel pretty bad.

[User] I bet you will be fine. Just be yourself


[System] anxious: I have been working on a big proposal for weeks. Tomorrow, I have to give the presentation to the client and in-front of my team.

[User] Tomorrow is the big day, I have to deliver my proposal to the client.

[User] Are you ready for it?

[User] I have been preparing for weeks, but in the back of my mind I still have doubts.

[User] I am sure you will do well


[System] annoyed: My boyfriend's cat wakes me up every morning at 4 AM. He just stands in the hallway and meows, even if he's been fed. It drives me nuts!

[User] My boyfriend's cat wakes me up every morning at 4 AM.

[Assistant] That must be annoying for you, but I love cats.

[User] I love him, too, a lot. But I don't know why he just stands in the hallway and meows nonstop, even when he's been fed.

[Assistant] What is his name?

[User] Ashe. He's cute :)


[System] proud: I'm so close to obtaining my associate's. I only have three more classes to take. I've been at it since 2011 (!), but I just got serious in 2016.

[User] I'm finally almost done with my associate's degree! I technically started wayyyy back in 2011, but I just got serious in 2016.

[User] Oh that's great! Congratulations on your upcoming finish!

[User] Thank you. :) I only have three classes left to take. I'm so excited.

[User] That's amazing. I wish you the best of luck with the remaining classes!

[User] Thanks a lot ;)


[System] ashamed: When I was a teen, I worked as a server at a restaurant. My family, including my grandmother came to sit in my section, and the host informed them I was picking up my grandmother from the airport. I was mortified.

[Assistant] Playing hookey can be really fun. But sometimes it backfires...

[Assistant] Ohh what happened?

[Assistant] When I was a teenager, I called in to the restaurant and told them I had to pick up my grandmother from an aiport hours away. Wouldn't you know it my family came in (including my grandma) and asked to be sat in my section!

[Assistant] Sometimes things like these happens. Don't worry. But playing hookey is a fun though


[System] lonely: I had planned a bicycle tour with a friend of mine. At the last minute, he was unable to come on the trip with me. I ended up only doing about half the trip and flying home.

[Assistant] Sometimes I enjoy being alone, but not on a long trip that takes me far away from home.

[User] I know exactly what you mean.  It gets so lonely on the road.  Have you had to go away recently?

[Assistant] This was a while back, but I planned a bicycle trip that went across several states. Although I had a buddy coming with me originally, he ended up bailing and I went alone. I called it quits halfway.

[User] That's still quite a long ride.  Do you do a lot of long distance biking?


[System] guilty: Last night I met a beautiful girl at the bar. One thing let to another and we ending up spending the night together.

[User] I have a beautiful girl friend. But I met someone else.

[User] on to the next one, as they say!

[User] I'm trying to figure out how to kick her out of my place.

[User] have the new chick there when she comes home


[System] terrified: I have just watched the first ring movie. I keep having nightmares and can't sleep with the lights off.

[User] I just watched the ring movie for the first time.

[User] Oh yeah.  I've never seen it, I can't watch horror films.  How did you like it?

[User] I can't even sleep with the lights off now for the last few days.

[User] Ohhh boy.  I hope you have a person or an animal to snuggle up to to help you feel better.


[System] afraid: Once I took a sip of iced tea while I was driving and it went down the wrong pipe. I had to pull over so I could try to breathe again.

[User] Once I took a sip of iced tea while I was driving and it went down the wrong pipe. I had to pull over so I could try to breathe again.

[User] That's scary when that happens

[User] Yeah it is. I thought I was about to die lol

[User] Some people DO die from choking, be safe!


[System] guilty: I stole some candy from the grocery store. I wanted to see if I could get away with it.

[User] My cashier gave me extra change back and I didn't say anything.

[User] Why is that?

[User] Because I had also stolen some candy and wanted to get out as soon as possible.

[User] Oh that makes sense, well be careful


[System] terrified: One time someone came to my door with a gun. He came to the house asking for money but I didn't have any, so he took some items from the house

[User] A man came to my door with a gun, asking for money.

[Assistant] Whoa, that is scary! Did you know him?

[User] I did not know him. He took some items from the house as I didn't have any money on me

[Assistant] I am glad that you are okay!


[System] sentimental: Reading a book that I forgot about

[Assistant] I like finding little resources or tips that change old habits I've been coping with in what seems like "1 easy step"

[Assistant] Hahaha, sounds kind of like clickbait

[Assistant] Exactly, I started taping my mouth closed at night, finally woke up before noon, mission accomplished

[Assistant] Hahahaha, that's so funny


[System] joyful: Finally figured out why I wasn't getting good sleep

[Assistant] I started taping my mouth closed before bed, and now I'm no longer tired when I wake up, feels like I am born again

[User] That is weird but amazing! Does it work?  If it does, I will get my husband to tape his mouth shut.  He snores like a freight train because his tongue slides back I guess.  Is that true for you?

[Assistant] Yeah, it

[User] Do you have any advice on what kind of tape?

[Assistant] I use band aid tape cuz it's okay on the skin


[System] surprised: I went for a walk in the park with my girlfriend, to our usual spot near the museum. When we got there, a giant festival was happening with games, performances and a fireworks display at sunset. It was delightful!

[Assistant] Sometimes life just hits you on the head with a good time. Like the other day when I went to the park with my girlfriend.

[Assistant] That sounds like a nice time!

[Assistant] It was, but not just because of a romantic walk. When we arrived, there was a festival with games, performances and a fireworks display after sunset! It was incredible!

[Assistant] Wow that worked out perfectly


[System] annoyed: One time I was trying to study for a final but my neighbors were being really loud. I found it really hard to focus

[User] I was trying to study for a final but my neighbors were being really loud, and I had a hard time focusing

[User] Did you go over and ask them to turn down the volume?

[User] No, I'm shy and try to avoid confrontation as much as possible

[User] Well, I hope you have some really good earphones - or that they quiet down - it's a big egotistical to think that no one around you cares when you are that loud.


[System] angry: One day my debit card suddenly stopped working.The fraud prevention said it was the bank, and the bank said it was fraud prevention. After trying to use it again, I went back to the band and was informed they would need to send me a new card.

[Assistant] I really should have switched banks a long time ago. Nobody over there knows their head from their butt!

[Assistant] I know what you mean. Once I had a bank where the teller's literally had butts for heads. It was so distracting trying to talk to them.

[Assistant] That sounds truly bizarre! I guess I am still angry because the other day they froze my card, and due to a teller's mistake actually had to take my current card and mail me a new one!

[Assistant] Well it was an upgrade from the bank I had where the tellers were actually robots. I can't believe the cost-cutting measures in place today!


[System] sentimental: A decade or so I designed an arcade machine for some friends of mine that owned a bar. They no longer own it, but I went back recently and our machine was still running. Playing it made me miss my buddy and all the good times we used to have.

[Assistant] I went to a bar I used to go to in college, and I was surprised to see an arcade machine I built with a dear friend of mine!

[Assistant] wow  thats nostalgic!!. It must have brought back lot of good memories

[Assistant] Yes, playing the machine we built together reminded me of all the good times we used to have.

[Assistant] does the machine is in good condition now?


[System] apprehensive: I went to the dentist for the first time in five years recently. I had a toothache and wanted to get it looked at

[User] I hadn't been to the dentist in five years but made an appointment recently because of a toothache

[Assistant] What happened?

[User] I just started to feel a sharp pain in one of my teeth. It might be a cavity or something worse

[Assistant] Are they going to pull the tooth?


[System] disappointed: I waited in line for tickets to the new star wars movie for 2 days. After selling two tickets to the person in front of me, they informed me they were sold out for the evening.

[Assistant] I can't believe I am telling you this, but I actually camped out to buy tickets for the new star wars movie.

[Assistant] Thats not strange at all

[Assistant] I'm glad you don't think so. The kicker is, when I got to the front of the line the guy in front of me got the last two tickets!

[Assistant] That sucks. What did you do?


[System] caring: The day of the big parade, my girlfriend sprained her ankle on the way down her stairs. Instead of going, I stayed home with her watching netflix and eating icecream.

[Assistant] My girlfriend and I were going to a big parade with some friends. As we were leaving, she tripped on the stairs and hurt her ankle.

[Assistant] Oh no, the poor girl. Was she able to walk afterwards?

[Assistant] Unfortunately, it swelled up and she was in no shape to go anywhere. So instead, I stayed with her and watched netflix while we split a pint of icecream.

[Assistant] You're a terrific partner. You guys can do something outdoors next time, right?


[System] surprised: I was astonished when the cat came through the window

[Assistant] My cat jumped through the window in the basement and it was the most shocking, but ultimately underwhelming thing

[Assistant] hahaha why was it underwhelming?

[Assistant] I guess because furry things don't really scare me, I was like well that was a waste of a reaction

[Assistant] lol how do you feel about spiders?


[System] angry: When I was listening to music at the gym

[Assistant] I was getting mad at the weights in the gym to see how much I could lift

[User] Why were you getting mad?  Were you not lifting as much as you wanted?

[Assistant] No not really, just seeing how much energy I could summon from within

[User] I see,  I do that too sometimes.  It helps with motivation


[System] anxious: Wondering about the future

[Assistant] There's too many things to think about

[User] You are good at generalizing aren't you?

[Assistant] Yeah, what am I getting myself into

[User] I have no clue.. really I don't!


[System] excited: I just won a large lottery. I bought a couple scratch cards and made $20,000.

[User] I just finally won some money playing scratch lotto tickets.

[Assistant] how much did you win?

[User] Close to $20,000, I think I'm going to spend it on traveling.

[Assistant] Thats sounds like a fun trip or 8


[System] joyful: I went to a play recently that took place around a pool. It was an adaptation of "The Last Unicorn" with parts of performed in the water and parts of it performed on a giant trapeze. It was magical!

[Assistant] I went to a play recently that was unconventional in a really fun way. It actually took place at a pool.

[Assistant] that sounds cool.

[Assistant] It was an adaptation of "The Last Unicorn". It had parts that took place in the water, and parts that took place on a giant trapeze!

[Assistant] Wow. I would love to see something like that


[System] joyful: One time I was given a puppy. She was very cute and playful

[User] I got a new puppy. She's really cute and playful

[Assistant] What did you name her?

[User] I named her Layla.

[Assistant] Thats so cute!


[System] nostalgic: I recently went to a Steely Dan concert with my lady, and it reminded me of those crazy days back when we used to get in so much trouble. Times were so much simpler then.

[User] I recently went to a Steely Dan concert with my lady.

[Assistant] Oh you must have enjoyed it!!

[User] Yeah, it was awesome reminiscing about those times when we used to get in trouble back in the day... times were so much simpler then.

[Assistant] Yeah indeed it must have been then


[System] caring: I just got a new puppy. It is a lot of work to care for it, they need a a lot of attention

[User] I just got a new puppy, names fido.

[Assistant] So cute! What kind of dog is it?

[User] It is a german shepherd. It takes a lot of work caring for it, definitely needs a lot of attention

[Assistant] That's amazing, I wish I could get a puppy too, but my cat is not friendly


[System] angry: On my way to work, a goose stole my toupee. We just hired a new secretary, Christy, and I need my hairpiece in order to impress her. I am so furious with that goose, I could wring its neck.

[User] On my way to work, a goose stole the toupee I needed to impress the new secretary, Christy.

[Assistant] That's crazy did you ever get it back?

[User] No! I am so furious with that goose, that I could wring his neck! I can't get any ladiez with this chrome dome of mine.

[Assistant] I am so sorry maybe you will have better luck next time.


[System] disgusted: I was doing the dishes. A huge roach crawled out from underneath the dish washer. I almost threw up in my mouth.

[User] I was doing the dishes and a huge roach crawled out from underneath the dishwasher.

[Assistant] Eww, it may be time to call someone to take care of them.

[User] I almost fell over trying to crush it, i forgot I wasn't wearing shoes and stepped on in with my bare feet.

[Assistant] Oh, that had to be super gross!


[System] afraid: I was out walking down the street at night, it was scary and dark and I felt like I was surrounded by unnatural beings.

[User] I was walking down the street at night, I felt like I was surrounded by something unseen.

[Assistant] How creepy!

[User] Every time I turned around to try and catch something there was nothng there. Just the feeling of something watching me....

[Assistant] At least nothing happened to yo


[System] anxious: One time I had an in person interview for a job. I did not really feel prepared for it

[User] I had a job interview that I didn't really feel prepared for.

[Assistant] That's rough. Did you end up getting the job?

[User] I did not get it unfortunately.

[Assistant] Well, there's always next time. At least you can chalk it up as a learning experience.


[System] disgusted: One time, I smelled an odd smell coming from my car. I opened my hood and took off the engine cover and found a dead squirrel rotting! It was so repulsive.

[User] One time, I smelled an odd burning smell coming from under the hood of my car.

[Assistant] That's strange. What did you discover under there?

[User] Well, when I went to lift the engine cover, I noticed a dead, rotting squirrel on top of the engine block! It was so repulsive.

[Assistant] Oh my! That is repulsive indeed! I would've taken it home for dinner. Waste not want not!


[System] surprised: I was driving across the street. I got rear ended while I was just trying to go out and get some milk and bread.

[User] I went to the store, just trying to get some milk and bread, and I got rear ended by a driver.

[Assistant] Oh NO!  Are you okay?

[User] Yeah, it was more of a shock than anything, was not expecting someone to hit you when you are just crossing the street.

[Assistant] Yeah I bet!  Did they stop and check on you?


[System] prepared: I was giving a speech to try and get funds to run for local office. I had worked long and hard to sound prepped but also authentic.

[User] I have been working and prepping a powerful and moving speech.

[Assistant] Oh yeah? Is it on par with "I Have a Dream"?

[User] I can only dream. No it's more on par with Lord of the RIng's final battle.

[Assistant] Woah now! I wasn't thinking of a speech on that grand of a scale! I hope you blow Gimli's beard clean off his face and make 20 horns of Gondor sound!


[System] grateful: I was in a huge hurry and needed to get through the checkout. If I didn't get through I couldn't make it to the bank before it closed.

[User] Someone let me cut in line at the store so I could check out faster.

[Assistant] wow that was really nice of them

[User] Yeah, I was in a huge hurry and didn't have much but I really needed to make it to the bank before it closed.

[Assistant] Most people now a days won't do that. Make sure to pay it forward!


[System] surprised: I took a math test and thought I had done horribly on it. I actually did really well on it as the grade I received was 103

[User] I thought I bombed my math test but I got a 103 on it.

[Assistant] That's great, man! Did you study hard for it?

[User] I reviewed all the homework and the test questions mostly had the same problems on them. I didn't feel like I understood how to do the problems but I remembered the answers.

[Assistant] Well, that's all that matters! Just gotta pass those exams!


[System] sentimental: I was looking at old photos of my family. It made me feel sad and nostalgic about the past.

[User] I just found a photo book of me and my family growing up.

[User] Aw, that's awesome, did it bring back memories?

[User] It was pretty nostalgic , how young we all looked growing up.

[User] Yeah, it's always nice to take a look back and reflect on the early days.


[System] joyful: I had finally got to see a baseball game at a stadium. It was amazing how high up we were in the stadium and yet could still see everything perfectly.

[User] I finally got to see a baseball game live this last week.

[Assistant] Nice! Who did you go see? Did you catch a homerun?

[User] It was the Rockies, no home-run though, it was pretty high up there I felt like I could see the world.

[Assistant] That sounds amazing. All I have is my lowly Senators sea level stadium...I am mad jealous.


[System] disgusted: My friend asked me to help clean his grandma's house after she had died. She was a hoarder, and kept 10 cats in the house with her. The house was covered in paper, bugs and cat feces.

[Assistant] When my buddy asked me to help him clean out his grandmother's house who had recently passed, I was not prepared for what we found.

[Assistant] Oh dang. Was she a hoarder? What did you find?

[Assistant] You hit it right on the money. She was not only a hoarder but a cat lady, and the mix of paper, bugs and cat feces was an affront to the senses.

[Assistant] I can't even imagine the stench...did you make out with any buried treasure?


[System] angry: I let my dad borrow my car and he got in an accident. It made my insurance rate increase.

[User] I let my dad borrow my car and he got in a minor accident.

[User] Oh that's terrible.  Is he alright?

[User] Yeah he is fine and my car was not damaged. My insurance premium is probably going to go up though.

[User] That really stinks that that happens.  Are you pretty upset about it?

[User] He said he would cover the extra costs so I'm not too upset


[System] impressed: When I bought my new car, I couldn't believe how smooth the ride was. I thought it would be much rougher.

[User] When I bought my new car, I couldn't believe how smooth the ride was.

[Assistant] I do love a smooth ride. What kind of car is it?

[User] It's a Chevrolet Camaro.

[Assistant] That's awesome! I am mad jealous that you have my dream car!


[System] excited: I was so happy to get my acceptance letter for grad school.

[Assistant] I studied for 7 months to take the GRE exam, it was stressful.

[User] Wow, you were dedicated, did you do well on it?

[Assistant] I did, and I was accepted to my number 1 program, which meant that I was going to be paid to learn!

[User] Congratulations, all the hard work paid off!

[Assistant] I have a feeling the really hard work might just be beginning, but I feel exceptionally lucky.


[System] prepared: I studied all night for my final exams. I needed to pass them to graduate from college.

[User] I studied all night for my final exams. I needed to pass them to graduate from college.

[User] That must of been pretty stressful. But did you get enough sleep?

[User] I did. I was able to sneak in a few hours here and there.

[User] Sleep is just as important as studying hard. You can kill your performance without it.


[System] terrified: I went to a movie and afterward my wallet fell out of my pants. I didn't notice till I was half way home. It was the last showing and I didn't know if I could get it back.

[User] I left my wallet in a movie theater, and didn't notice till I was half way home!

[User] That's terrible! Did you get it back with everything still inside?

[User] I was able to get back in and find it, it was pretty well hidden in between the seats. No harm no foul.

[User] At least you have a happy ending for that story.


[System] grateful: I recently went to a rock concert. We weren't going to go, but someone gave her 3 free tickets. We went and had a great night.

[Assistant] Some people are just so generous. Really makes you feel like there is some humanity left out there.

[Assistant] I agree. I think I am one of them, considering I gave my whole life savings to charity yesterday.

[Assistant] That's incredible if true, but I have trouble believing you for some reason. I was talking about some stranger who gave my friend 3 free tickets to a rock concert - we had such a blast!

[Assistant] That's really great, but I swear it was true! It was a whole 50 cents. Looking back on it, I am kinda sad I did it because now I can't buy that fancy fidget spinner at the supermarket. Hopefully some orphan uses it wisely.


[System] sentimental: Watching my daughter perform her first solo dance competition routine.

[Assistant] I was so proud of my daughter over the weekend.

[User] That's good to hear, what did she do to make you proud?

[Assistant] She performed her first solo dance in competition, but she had been in leg braces for the last 2 years.

[User] Oh wow! That's amazing, i'm sure that was a really touching moment!

[Assistant] It was, very much so, I will cherish it forever.


[System] disappointed: I was hoping to go on vacation this summer but could not get the time off.

[Assistant] I'm grateful for the work hours, but bummed that I can't get time off.

[User] Sorry to hear that. Maybe you can talk with your boss about changing the schedule a bit.

[Assistant] Well, I've worked without a break for the last 3 years, I just want to get away abit.

[User] Wow, that is a long time! That shows how dedicated you are to your job, and that you deserve some time off!

[Assistant] Right! I'd like to go lay on a beach, or even just the next town over at this point.


[System] hopeful: I have been really diligent in my studies, and will be in two clubs this coming year. I think by next summer I will be able to score a paid internship!

[Assistant] I have been extremely diligent in my studies so far, and am participating in two clubs this upcoming year. The future is looking bright!

[User] That is awesome.  What are you hoping to do?

[Assistant] I am an electrical engineering student, and I am interested in quite a few things at this point. I think after this year, I will be able to get a paid internship next summer!

[User] That's the dream, to get paid in college.  I wish I could have done that.  Congratulations!


[System] furious: The garbage company for my town went under and left us without service.

[Assistant] I am so tired of hauling garbage to the county dump.

[User] Are you cleaning out a house or do you not have garbage pick-up?

[Assistant] The company in my city just quit picking up for any of the residents, so the dump has a line every day.

[User] That is insane! I've never heard of anything like that before.  You all should start protesting!

[Assistant] We have, and we called a city meeting. I'm just beyond words,it has to be corrected.


[System] disgusted: I recently went to a dinner with some of my partner's old friends. They actually cooked and served bread made with "cockroach flour". I appreciate the gesture but, no thank you!

[Assistant] 's all too common these days. |||| NEW CONVERSATION ||| I recently went to a dinner where we were served something unconventional to say the least.

[User] Oh really? What was it they served?

[Assistant] I should have known better, as these friends are on the "crunchier side". They had a loaf of bread that they made with flour that had cockroaches added to it!

[User] Oh wow... I really can't imagine eating it knowing it had those in it.

[Assistant] I lost my appetite completely! I will be sure to get takeout before hand if we ever go to another one of their dinners.


[System] hopeful: I am looking forward to hearing from my mother about her last cancer check.

[Assistant] my mom is supposed to call me regarding her test results.

[User] I hope she hears some good news. Is it pretty serious?

[Assistant] She had stage 3 cancer, but she was clear last screening a year ago.

[User] I'll be praying for her, I hope she continues to stay in the clear in the future.

[Assistant] Thank you, I have a good feeling about it.


[System] faithful: I was at a wedding reception with a bunch of old friends. My buddies wife, who had quite a bit to drink, was hitting on me when he left to get a drink. I told her to sober up and let my friend know he should probably take his wife home.

[Assistant] I went to a wedding recently, and something happened that put a damper on it. I felt bad for my buddy, but at least he knows he can trust me.

[User] Oh no, it's awful something happens on that special day that should be full of joy and whatnot.

[Assistant] Yeah, his wife got drunk and paid a pass at me. I told her to sober up, and let him know what had happened.

[User] Yikes. Well, at least you did the right thing by passing that long, as painful as it might have been.


[System] annoyed: annoyed: I am highly upset that I'm the only one concerned with earning money for our bills

[User] I am highly upset that I'm the only one concerned with earning money for our bills

[User] am sorry about that, what are others doing about it

[User] Not much. It's all on me. It sucks

[User] sorry, just tryy to be patient with them


[System] nostalgic: nostalgic: I love playing old school video games. The music is amazing

[User] I love playing old school video games. The music is amazing

[Assistant] Old school video games are full nostalgic memories for me. That is why i try to avoid them as they evoke many emotions in me

[User] For me it's happy emotions

[Assistant] It is just that I miss my friends a lot with whom i used to play. I wish i could just rewind time and go back


[System] excited: My girlfriend and I really like going to breweries. Unfortunately, there hadn't been any in our small town. Then, we got the news that one will be opening a few weeks from now!

[Assistant] The micro brewery explosion in America has been awesome for my girlfriend and I, as we love craft beer. Until recently, our town didn't have one though.

[User] I love beer! I wish I could try your guy's beer.  Is it a hard process?

[Assistant] We actually don't brew our own, and hadn't been able to try many because we live in a small town. But we just got the news that a micro brewery was opening here in a few weeks!

[User] Awesome, that's great news!  Hope you guys make a great tasting one and become big!


[System] jealous: jealous: I hate it when other guys look at my girl

[User] I hate it when other guys look at my girl

[User] ooh, you should not be, she should be appreciated for looking good

[User] She's for my eyes only. At least she doesn't pay them any attention. Or I would flip!

[User] aha, thats funny though


[System] sad: Anthony Bourdain was a huge inspiration for me when I worked in a kitchen. Everyone I have worked with has read "Kitchen Confidential". When he passed away I felt we had lost an ally and a friend.

[Assistant] Everyone I have ever worked with in a kitchen has either already read "Kitchen Confidential", or I have made them read it. We were all devastated when Anthony Bourdain passed away earlier this year.

[Assistant] Oh, I haven't read it, but I was also sad to hear he passed

[Assistant] He started from the bottom and worked his way up. He had a passion for people as well as food, and we all still look up to him.

[Assistant] Yes, too bad he was struggling with his depression and couldn't seek help


[System] surprised: My husband and my friends planned a baby shower for me without me knowing. On the day of the shower, my husband took me out to lunch to give my friends time to set up. When we got back to my house, everyone was there. I had a great time and it meant a lot to me that they would do that for me.

[User] My husband and friends planned me a baby shower without me knowing.

[User] Aw, that's so nice of them! Was it fun?

[User] Yes, it was a lot of fun and it caught me off guard. It meant a lot that they did it for me.

[User] That's great! It's so nice that you have people around you who care


[System] caring: I gave twin fawns in our yard some fresh peaches and they loved them.

[User] I gave twin fawns in our yard some fresh peaches and they loved them.

[User] Ohhh..I would love that experience! How special!

[User] I enjoy helping the wildlife in our area. It is alway a good feeling to give a helping hand.

[User] I love that too! I try feeding everyone :) Awesome!


[System] excited: My wife is getting back from being in Germany for 2 months in a week.  I can't wait!

[User] In a week my wife will finally be back from being out of the country for 2 months!

[User] Oh geez! Why was she gone for so long?

[User] She was taking a language course in Germany for her graduate studies.

[User] That's pretty cool! That would be hard though! Were you all able to talk a lot?


[System] surprised: I just told my next door neighbor that I'm moving out. He said he'd be really sorry to see me go. I really didn't expect him to say that - we only really see each other when he's walking his dog.

[Assistant] I'm moving into another apartment and just told my neighbor I was leaving. He said he was sorry I'm going!

[Assistant] How long have you been there ?

[Assistant] About a year and a half. I really didn't expect him to say that - we don't know each other that well.

[Assistant] Sometimes we affect people that we don't realize.

[Assistant] Very true. I do pet his dog when I see them. Perhaps he recognizes a fellow dog-lover!


[System] annoyed: My boss made me work overtime yesterday and I didn't even get paid for it!

[User] Ugh...my boss made me stay late yesterday, so I had to work overtime, but I didn't even get paid for it!

[User] That doesn't seem fair. How are they getting around not paying you for it?

[User] I'm technically salaried, so I don't get paid overtime. It's still really irritating.

[User] It sounds like your boss needs to be more considerate when it comes to his employees.


[System] angry: I went out to my car one morning to go to work.  Some kids in the condo complex had thrown food all over the top of my car.

[User] I went to my car one morning and found that some kids in my condo complex had thrown food all over it

[User] Wow, did you ever get them in trouble?

[User] Sadly, no.  There's no actual proof of who it was, but we've seen them doing random stuff like that all over the place.  He did have the cops called on him for unrelated things once, so I'll take that as a victory.

[User] There you go, take victories where you can get them!


[System] hopeful: My husband went to a job fair today and got tons of offers! He gets out of military in November. Ready for a new start in a new town

[Assistant] My husband went to a job fair and got a lot of job offers!

[Assistant] Great, what is his field ?

[Assistant] He is currently Active Duty Army, but is wanting to go into transportation/logistics.

[Assistant] I see. I hope for all the best for you and him.


[System] content: Having a great day today! The sun is out and I'm on my second cup of coffee. About to make lunch.

[Assistant] It's been a great day so far! The sun is out and I'm on my second cup of coffee!

[Assistant] Sounds super relaxing! I bet your enjoying it!

[Assistant] Yes I am, about to make some soup for lunch. This day has been just what I needed!

[Assistant] Thats awesome! What kind of soup do you make?


[System] anxious: When I applied for the job I have now, it took them almost a month to get back to me.  I contacted them two or three times and they kept telling me they were working on it.

[User] When I applied for the job I have now it took them like a month to get back to me with a final answer.  It was pretty stressful.

[Assistant] My brother just graduated and is on the job hunt, and he's described his experience as the same thing.. Seems like he has good interviews and they're receptive to him, but they don't really respond or give him an answer. Sorry to hear you guys go through that. Can't imagine how frustrating it is

[User] Super frustrating.  It worked out in the end, but I had to bug them a few times to make sure they hadn't abandoned me.

[Assistant] Good on you for being aggressive and opportunistic. Maybe they found that to be the motivating factor to give you the job. I hope it's been good so far.


[System] jealous: My friend took early retirement recently and he and his wife are jetting all over the world, having a wonderful time. I wish I could do that!

[Assistant] A friend of mine took early retirement recently and he and his wife are traveling all over the world.

[User] That sounds like so much fun!

[Assistant] I know - I wish I could do that. They've been to France, Italy, Croatia and Chile so far - I'm sitting in NC!

[User] I totally get why you feel that way.  Your time will come soon.

[Assistant] I would just like to be able to drive to Raleigh without hurting! I fell and broke my hip a while back and can't walk properly.

[User] I hope you can recover soon!

[Assistant] One more operation and I should be good. In the meantime, I have to live vicariously through Joe and Helen :)


[System] anticipating: My wife has been out of the country for school for 2 months.  She gets back in a week, I'm super excited!

[User] My wife has been out of the country for 2 months, she gets back in a week.  I can't wait!

[Assistant] That's good! I bet you missed her a lot.

[User] I really did.  It'll be great to have her back :)

[Assistant] I'm sure she'll have a lot to tell you about her trip!


[System] anxious: When I interviewed for the job I have now, I didn't hear back from them with a solid response for a month.  I kept having to check with them to make sure I hadn't been forgotten.

[User] When I interviewed for the job I have now, they didn't give me a solid answer for like a month after the interview.

[User] That's a long time to kind of hang in limbo. I am sorry you had to endure that for a month.

[User] It worked out ok, but I had to keep bugging them to make sure they hadn't given up on me.

[User] Well, at least that story had a happy ending. It could have went much worse.


[System] lonely: My wife has been out of the country for 2 months for school.  It's been a little tough being alone at home ever night.

[User] My wife has been out of the country for the last 2 months for school.

[Assistant] Aw, I bet you miss her a lot.

[User] I do.  She's getting back soon, but it's been tough being along with the dogs every night.

[Assistant] Well, at least the dogs still have you for company. I'm sure you'll be happy when she gets back though.


[System] hopeful: I had an interview for a job a while back, one that I really wanted to get.  It felt like it went well, but all I could do was wait.

[User] When I interviewed for my current job, I felt like it went well but all I could do was wait.

[User] What kind of job is it?

[User] A lab technician at a university.

[User] Interesting! What kind of things do you do?


[System] jealous: My parents bought my brother a brand new iPhone.

[User] My parents brought my brother a brand new iPhone. He always gets the newest stuff and I get stuck with nothing.

[Assistant] aw man that sucks how come he gets to get one but not you

[User] I have no idea. He's the "golden child." It's super unfair.

[Assistant] well after a certain age parent's start to treat children differently lol


[System] sad: My wife has been out of the country for 2 months for school, and she was having a really bad day one day.  I felt terrible that I couldn't help her.

[User] My wife has been out of the country for two months, which is really hard when one of us is having a bad day and we can't help the other.

[User] when does she return?

[User] She gets back in a week, so it's almost over.

[User] well thats good


[System] disgusted: My husband opened the door and a huge wasp flew in!! It was so nasty

[User] my husband opened the door and a huge wasp flew in! I hate insects. they are so nasty

[Assistant] Did you go running like crazy!?

[User] heck yes i did! I locked myself in the room and told him he needs to kill that thing before he goes to work

[Assistant] i would have done the same glad no one got stung!


[System] annoyed: i hate going outdoors during rain season there is mosquitos everywhere i go i cannot stand them

[Assistant] i hate all the mosquitos that grow during the rain season

[User] They are bad now too, they are so annoying

[Assistant] yes i hate going out when it is rainny season there is so many of them

[User] It can be irritating to deal with this time of year


[System] terrified: I had to kill a giant spider yesterday

[User] Both me and my girlfriend are super scared of spiders, but she made me kill a huge one yesterday.

[Assistant] Come on, the worst that can happen is that it kills you.

[User] Exactly!!!! Isn't that enough to fear them?!

[Assistant] It's certainly a good enough reason to kill them.


[System] excited: I'm going skydiving for the first time!

[User] I'm going skydiving for the first time with some friends!

[User] Wow, are you nervous at all

[User] A little bit, but I love doing extreme stuff like this.

[User] That's exciting. I'd never have the guts to do it so kudos to you.


[System] disgusted: I forgot about a glass of tea outside the other night and when I went to get it today it was full of bugs!

[Assistant] The othern ight I was having tea outside and forgot my glass outside all night!

[Assistant] That kind of stinks. Sorry to hear that! Well, at least there are worst things to forget outside.. Maybe this is an easy learning lesson!

[Assistant] It was gross though when I went to go and get it! It was all full of bugs!

[Assistant] I didn't even think of that! That's one thing about tea with me, that I've never gotten into it because you get it and it's so hot, so you have to wait forever to drink it. You set it down and then ultimately forget it!


[System] anxious: I've just been to see my orthopedic surgeon. He has suggested an operation to fix my hip. I'm worried about it as surgery is quite stressful.

[Assistant] On my last visit to my orthopedic surgeon he suggested surgery to fix my hip.

[Assistant] Yikes that sounds scary but overall good for the end results. How do you feel about it?

[Assistant] Nervous. Surgery is a big step and I'm afraid something will go wrong.

[Assistant] I understand i would be too but now a days technology is really good just make sure its a reliable hospital!

[Assistant] You're absolutely correct and the hospital's one of the best in the country. Still, I fret about it. I should just get on with it!


[System] grateful: My friend helped me to pack

[User] I'm about to go overseas and i was so overwhelmed with packing and getting ready and my friend came over and helped me to pack

[Assistant] That's a good friend you got there.

[User] she is wonderful! She helped me out so many times i don't know what i would do withiut her

[Assistant] Never take someone like that for granted. They are so rare.


[System] embarrassed: My cell phone played a video out loud, which I had never watched, and it had profanity. This happened while I was checking out at the store yesterday.

[Assistant] Cell phones are great, but sometimes they can cause situations that are uncomfortable.

[Assistant] What types of situations are you referring to?

[Assistant] Usually they just interupt with a ring. But Youtube is on my lock screen and it played out loud while I was inline, and it was not an appropriate topic!

[Assistant] lol, did everyone around you make funny faces?

[Assistant] Of course they did, some guy in this video was dropping the f bomb out of no where. I was humiliated,lol.


[System] sentimental: My dog died today. She had cancer and we weren't able to save her. My daughter is upset, and won't stop crying.

[Assistant] My dog died today :(

[Assistant] I am so sorry to hear that. Was she able to go surrounded by you guys?

[Assistant] Yes, she had cancer so we knew she was going to pass soon. My daughter won't stop crying.

[Assistant] It's hard to lose a family member like that. You guys should take some time to grieve.


[System] lonely: my daughter went on vacation with her friends and the house feels really alone without her

[Assistant] my daughter went on vacation with her friends and the house feels so lonely

[User] Where did they go?

[Assistant] they went to the beach for 1 week

[User] That sounds like so much fun!


[System] excited: I'm moving to a new apartment in a few weeks and am so psyched about it. I'll finally be away from my loud, obnoxious upstairs neighbors!

[Assistant] I'm moving to a new apartment in a few weeks and can't wait! No more obnoxious upstairs neighbors!

[User] That's great!  I've got to deal with loud neighbors too.  Anything specific they do?

[Assistant] Stomp around at all times of the day and night, screeching into their cellphones and playing loud video games. What do yours do?

[User] Loud running toddler who pitches fits at random times, day or night.  Sounds like a similar level of noise :P

[Assistant] Eww. Yes, it is loud. Who would live in an upstairs apartment with a small child? That's nuts!


[System] joyful: My wife is coming back into the country next week after being gone for 2 months.  I'm super excited!

[User] My wife has been out of the country for two months, and is coming back in a week!

[Assistant] Oh wow, I bet you can't wait! I remember when I had to spend a summer overseas and it was awful to be away from my husband.

[User] It sure is.  It's just been me and the dogs all summer, I've gotten super bored :P

[Assistant] Well, she'll be back soon and you'll have loads of catching up to do. I bet the dogs missed her too!


[System] disgusted: I had such a huge spider ran past me in the bathroom. I am so grossed out by all the bugs here!

[Assistant] I hope you do too! Applying is a huge step in the right direction!

[User] Could you elaborate as to why?

[Assistant] I had such a huge spider ran past me in the bathroom. I am so grossed out by all the bugs here!

[User] Oh no could you call an exterminator?

[Assistant] Spiders could bite me, which could really hurt!


[System] confident: i really feel like im going to win my soccer game next week, i feel with my skill i will make my team win

[Assistant] i feel that with my training lately im going to win my next week soccer game

[User] I'm sure you'll do great!  How long have you been training?

[Assistant] for this specific game for about 3 months

[User] Wow, that's a lot of dedication!  I believe in you!


[System] sad: After moving I went through a decently long period of unemployment.  It was starting to get tough not having a good source of income to support myself.

[User] After my wife and I moved I went through a while of unemployment.  It was really tough not being able to support us.

[Assistant] i can imagine, i have been there and it is the worst just belive in yourself

[User] It's gotten better now, but it could still get even better.  Just got to keep on moving.

[Assistant] yeah it always gets bbbetter that is the good thing


[System] excited: i cannot wait for my trip next summer i have been planning it for over 2 years it is going to be great

[Assistant] i am really happy for next year i have a trip planned to go to india

[Assistant] That sounds like fun! I've always wanted to visit India.

[Assistant] yeah i have been planning this trip for over 2 years

[Assistant] Nice. I hope you have a great time!


[System] content: When my neighbors were away for a week I enjoyed a new lease of life. Peace and quiet, able to do what I wanted, when I wanted. It was lovely.

[Assistant] I had the most wonderful week recently. My neighbors weren't here and I could do whatever I wanted without them stomping on my head!

[Assistant] That sounds like a relief.

[Assistant] It was. I can't even brush my teeth at 8am without one or the other of them thumping around upstairs.

[Assistant] It seems like it's a lot of ruckus, I've visited friends who have your situation and I can only imagine.

[Assistant] That blessed week was so peaceful and calming. Everything felt right in my world. Then they came back!

[Assistant] Glad you enjoyed that short period of peace. Maybe soon you will get new neighbors or you can get a better place.

[Assistant] Getting a new apartment soon. At least the new neighbors will hopefully be at work during the day.

[Assistant] Oh, good. I'm sure it will be an improvement from your current situation.


[System] embarrassed: I went to work with my pants inside out.

[User] I went to work with my pants inside out, and I didn't notice until my secretary pointed it out.

[Assistant] Omg i would have been so embarrassed! :O

[User] It was very embarrassing! At least I didn't go the whole day like that.

[Assistant] thats true imagine if you had! it takes a lot of talent tho to put your pants on inside out and still manage to button them. ha ha


[System] afraid: I was really scared when I got off a plane in Los Angeles and no one was in the terminal at 4 in the morning.

[Assistant] The airport was completely empty the other day.

[Assistant] that is awesome, i hope that happens to me on my next trip, where where you going

[Assistant] Home, but I thought LA would be crowded even at 4am, it made the hair on my arms stand up it was so creepy.

[Assistant] well you are really lucky to have an empty airport

[Assistant] Made getting my connection super easy, and trust me I was in a hurry to get there. Odd how being alone can make you paranoid.


[System] nostalgic: i really miss my family dog back home i have not seen him in 2 years and really looking forward to seeing how much he has grown

[Assistant] i cant wait to see my dog back home it has been 2 years since i see him

[Assistant] I would go mad, were you away at college or in the service?

[Assistant] college, but i will be seeing him very soon i think

[Assistant] That is great, I am sure he misses you and will be so happy to see you. He will smell you coming and know your there even before you get in the door.


[System] proud: I was so proud of my youngest child going to school today.

[User] So my youngest went to his first day of kindergarten today.  So proud of him.  Silly I know.

[Assistant] That's not silly at all! I'm sure he'll love it.

[User] I hope so should be home really soon.  Can't wait to hear all about it.  IT goes by to fast!

[Assistant] Yeah, he'll be all grown up before you know it!

[User] I know my oldest just graduated,  It was like it was over in an instant!


[System] excited: A few months ago we were planning our wedding and I couldn't wait for the actual day. It was a small wedding, but it was still just as special and I'm so happy I married my best friend.

[Assistant] A few months ago we were planning our wedding and I couldn't wait until the actual day finally arrived.

[Assistant] Did it turn out how you expected it

[Assistant] It was even better then expected. It was very small, but so happy how it turned out.

[Assistant] I'm glad to hear... Weddings can be stressful


[System] angry: it makes me really angry when the neighboors door poops on my yard and she does not pick it up

[Assistant] i hate when my neighboors dog poops on my yard and she does nothing, i dont care if he poops if she picks it up

[User] Maybe put the poop back on your neighbors yard?

[Assistant] hahaha i mean he does not do it often but it is not a bad idea

[User] Its the only way to get them to learn


[System] proud: My husband was ordained to be a minister last year. He has worked so hard and he studies all the time. He is completely devoted to God and serving Him. I was so happy for him, when he was finally ordained.

[User] After studying and preaching for a few years, my husband was ordained to be a minister.

[User] That's wonderful, it's always good when hard work pays off like that!

[User] Yes it is and he is so devoted to God and living for Him. I was so happy for him.

[User] I bet so that sounds nice

[User] Thank you.


[System] annoyed: This morning, my dog knocked down a box of cereal and it all dumped unto the floor. As I tried to clean it up, she was trying to eat it, so she almost knocked me down. I was not very happy with her.

[User] This morning, my dog knocked down a while box of cereal and it spilled everywhere.

[Assistant] Oh wow, that sounds like it was a big mess.

[User] Yes, and to make it worse, when I tried to clean it, she tried to eat, so she almost knocked me over too. I was not happy.

[Assistant] I hope she didn't eat too much of it, it might make her sick.

[User] No, she only ate a little bit. I cleaned it up pretty quickly.


[System] disappointed: I was really lookingforward to trying this new resturant that opened up down the road. They were terrible! I was so upset.

[Assistant] There was a new resturaunt that opened up around the corner and everyone was raving about it

[Assistant] Oh yeah? Did you go give it a try?

[Assistant] I did! It was terrible! I was so upset! It was expensive, small, and bland!

[Assistant] That's a shame. I hate it when a place doesn't live up to the hype.


[System] faithful: I can remember a job I had where the vast majority of my co-workers had very different beliefs to my own. Rather than just agree with them I stayed true to my own thoughts.

[Assistant] In my last job most of my co-workers had different beliefs to me. It was a little awkward at times.

[User] That can be a bit uncomfortable for sure. Did you try and avoid conversations

[Assistant] If things got a bit much I'd excuse myself and go elsewhere. I didn't want to get into an argument, but wasn't going to compromise my own beliefs by lying.

[User] If it gets to be too much be sure to walk away.

[Assistant] I became quite good at that - the great vanishing employee, lol. I'm all for earnest discussion, but not at work!


[System] impressed: My husband had to repair something for the house and we had to buy a large amount of wood. I was so shocked when I saw him carrying it all in like it was nothing!

[Assistant] My husband had to repair something and we bought a ton of lumber. He was able to carry so much at once!

[Assistant] He must be really strong!

[Assistant] He is! I was so shocked but super attracted to him too!

[Assistant] Sure,  I strong men is very attractive! You must be proud of him!


[System] sentimental: i was really sad when my dog died last year, my i am over it now

[Assistant] i was really sad when my dog died last year

[Assistant] That is hard thing to go through. I hope you are feeling better about it now.

[Assistant] yeah i have been over it for sometime now but it is till hard to talk about

[Assistant] I bet. Losing a pet is much like losing a loved one. It gets better but still hurts sometime.


[System] disappointed: A friend was supposed to come an visit me this Summer, but he got a job up North and had to cancel. I had so been looking forward to his visit.

[Assistant] A good friend was supposed to visit me this Summer, but he got a job and had to cancel.

[Assistant] Aw, that sucks. But at least he got a job, right?

[Assistant] Yeah, and it's one he really wanted and enjoys. I'm really happy for him, but would have really liked to see him.

[Assistant] Well, hopefully he can schedule another time to come visit you.

[Assistant] I hope so. We always have such a good time and like a lot of the same things. Oh well, some other time.


[System] devastated: My husband's grandmother and I were very close. We hung out and talked every day. One Friday she called me and asked me to go to breakfast with her. While at breakfast, she told me that her and her husband were going on vacation. She was so excited. They left the next morning and I called and told her to have fun and be safe. She told me she would and that she loved, and I told her I loved her. Early the next morning, we found out that she had a heart attack and had died. I was heart broken.

[User] My husband's grandmother and I were very close. We hung out and talked everyday. One Friday, we went to breakfast and she told me that her and her husband were going on vacation the next day. She was so excited. The next morning I called her after they had left and told her to be safe, have fun, and that I loved her. She told me she loved me too. The morning after that phone call, we found out that she had a heart attack and died.

[Assistant] Oh my. That is very unfortunate.

[User] Yes, it hit our whole family very hard. That was in 2013, and sometimes I still pick up the phone to call her and tell her something.

[Assistant] I know that feeling. Im sure she is looking down on you all.

[User] Thank you.


[System] sad: I found my cat the other day. She had been missing for 3 days. I found her on the side of the road, guts in the gutter

[Assistant] My cat went missing 3 days ago. I found her.

[Assistant] That must have been a little bit of a roller coaster. That's kind of why I'm not wild about cats, is because they're so independent, and the outside cats can just go hang out somewhere for days and not have a care in the world about you. But I guess that suits some people.

[Assistant] I found her on the side of the street with her guts hanging in the gutter. I was so upset and sad

[Assistant] Oh man.. so that was REALLY a roller coaster then. I'm so sorry.. I hope you're not overwhelming yourself with guilt about it. It sounds like something you could not have any control over.


[System] hopeful: I injured my hip a while back and am having to learn to walk again. I love to play golf and am keeping my fingers crossed I'll be able to play again.

[Assistant] I love to play golf, but injured my hip a while back. I really want to play again.

[Assistant] My nephew is getting into golf! It seems like a cool enough sport, albeit a little expensive. I hope you're able to get back to playing again. I've taken up running and swimming, and it's interesting how much those physical activities relieve stress in our day.

[Assistant] It sure is! Good on your nephew - it's a great sport. And good for you, too. It's all too easy just to sit back. I have to force myself to do physical therapy so I can walk again!

[Assistant] Well, often people just give up and relegate themselves to just sitting in a chair and watching TV. Even if you have to force yourself, at least you are forcing yourself. At some point hopefully you will see progress and feel it getting easier. Once that happens, motivation starts to become real easy to get.

[Assistant] Just the thought of getting back on the golf course is enough to get me off the couch, lol.


[System] trusting: I went tandem parachuting with my brother and he kept me very safe. I was really scared but I knew that he would protect me.

[Assistant] Skydiving is an exillirating and scary experience!

[Assistant] I've never been skydiving myself. I hear that it's a great experience, but I'm not sure if I have the bravery for it.

[Assistant] I did not for many years, but my brother convinced me to tandem with him to celebrate our mothers remission.

[Assistant] Oh wow. Is it something that you would do again?

[Assistant] I think when my children are grown that I might, I would need to feel secure with the abilities of those in charge. You are putting your life in their hands.


[System] impressed: I bought a new tv. The colors are so vibrant and it is so sharp!

[Assistant] I bought a new tv. The colors are so vibrant and it is so sharp!

[Assistant] Sounds like fund, you must be excited!

[Assistant] I am, I have been watching all my favorite movies.

[Assistant] I think I will need to do that, my TV is an oldy.  I am sure you will have a great time.

[Assistant] I am, I think my wife is getting tired of all the time I am spending watching movies.


[System] terrified: I went to the bathroom in the middle of the night and I felt a thing fly right into my face. I screamed so loud it woke my husband up

[Assistant] I woke up needing to use the bathroom at midnight. As soon as I sit down a giant bug flew into my face!

[Assistant] That sounds horrible. I would not have been able to sleep after that.

[Assistant] I screamed so loud that I woke up my husband and he though we were being burgled!

[Assistant] How terrifying. I hope you were able to find and kill it.


[System] anxious: I gotta go to this serious interview tomorrow

[User] I have this very serious interview tomorrow and I'm so nervous. I know what to say but i'm scared i will forget everything

[Assistant] Well, it's okay to be a bit nervous. Interviewers will understand that. You only have to halfway reign in it in and you'll hit that happy medium that's good for a workplace interview. Where are you applying to?

[User] a government position. Can't really say much. :) but I really hope i will get this job, they pay really good money

[Assistant] I bet you have a good shot at it! Good luck


[System] nostalgic: I had a dream about my friends from high school the other night. It brought back all kinds of good memories from my teen years. It also made me miss my best friend from high school.

[User] I had a dream the other night about my friends from high school. It brought back all kinds of memories from my teen years and thinking back made me smile.

[Assistant] Did you tell anyone about the dream?

[User] I told my husband. The dream made me miss my best friend from high school.

[Assistant] You should call your best friend on the telephone!

[User] I actually sent her a message through facebook.

[Assistant] That is sure to make you feel the nostalgic?

[User] I guess that's a good word for it.


[System] surprised: I came home from work today and my wife had a new puppy waiting for me.

[Assistant] I came home from work today and my wife had a new puppy waiting for me.

[User] oh that sounds like fun

[Assistant] Yeah, he is such a cutie. I have been playing with my new pup the rest of the day.

[User] sounds like a wonderful day!

[Assistant] It is, a day I will always remember. I named him spot, because he has a funny looking spot on his back.


[System] disappointed: I saved up money to buy a certain dress, but once I had the money the dress was sold out and the only place that had it available was Ebay for double to original price. It was a big let-down.

[User] I saved up the money to buy a certain dress that I had been wanting for a while. When I finally got the money saved, it was sold out everywhere, except Ebay. The problem was, the price was doubled.

[User] Oh My!! What are you going to do? I would buy it anyway.

[User] I may buy it still, but I have to save up more money now.

[User] Well thats unfortunate. Hopefully you will be able to buy it soon.

[User] I hope so. I as so exited to be able to get it.


[System] guilty: I went to Aldi the other day and bought a bunch of German chocolate bars. I then sat and stuffed myself and now I feel really bad about it. No self-control!

[Assistant] I bought a load of German chocolate bars in Aldi. I then ate too many of them. I shouldn't have done that - no self-control!

[Assistant] It happens to the best of us. It would be great if they did not make us gain weight.

[Assistant] It was sheer greed, I'm afraid. I know everyone has their moments, but I really shouldn't have done that.

[Assistant] Well you have to live a little every now and then. I'm sure it was worth it, haha.

[Assistant] It certainly was - German chocolate is delicious!


[System] caring: My son is sick

[User] my son is sick, he got this hand foot and mouth desease, nothing serious but he has a fever

[Assistant] Oh no, poor baby

[User] i know, i got some motrin, funny movies and lots of cuddles.i hope he will feel better tomorrow

[Assistant] Yes cuddles will help


[System] nostalgic: I used to be a member of a cool dance crew

[User] i used to be a member of a cool dance crew. we had so much fun together. we used to battle other teams and win local competitions

[Assistant] That sounds really fun. Can you still remember some of the routines?

[User] honestly, no, it's been 8 years haha loooong time ago! I wish i could hang out with all those people again

[Assistant] Yea that is a long time. You should reach out to some and see if they are on social media.


[System] excited: The Ryder Cup golf tournament is coming up in September and I can't wait. I've been watching this tournament since I was a kid and love the format.

[Assistant] I'm getting really psyched about the upcoming Ryder Cup golf tournament. I've been watching it since I was a kid.

[User] I'm fascinated by how people can watch golf, I always found it really boring, but if you enjoy it then great!

[Assistant] I've been around the game all my life and just love both playing and watching. I'd imagine that, if you don't play, it would be pretty boring!

[User] Oh that totally changes things I guess, makes sense.

[Assistant] I think it's the format of this tournament that gets me addicted. It's not like regular tournaments, in that teams are playing against each other.


[System] furious: Last Christmas Eve, after a family event, I walked into my ten year old daughter's room and found her crying. When I asked her what was wrong, she said that while at the family event, she overheard someone calling her daddy fat, and making fun of him and it had hurt her feelings. The mama bear side of me came out. I was not very happy at all.

[User] Last Christmas Eve, after a family event, I found my ten year old daughter crying in her room. At the event she had overheard someone calling her daddy fat and making fun of him, and it had hurt her feelings.

[User] Aw that's terrible, at least you were able to comfort her?

[User] Yes, I was able to make her feel better, and her daddy made her laugh. But my mama bear side came out, and I was ready to confront some people.

[User] I'm sure you were! Those people deserved some confrontation for sure.

[User] Yes, they did.


[System] disgusted: I was cleaning up my garden and found a bunch of old bones in it!

[Assistant] I was cleaning up my garden bed when I found a bunch of bones in it!

[Assistant] Oh my god! what did you do? did you tell anyone?

[Assistant] I called the cops! Turns out that it's bird bones! My cat has been killing bird after bird and leaving it in my garden!

[Assistant] LOLOLOL the cops probably had a good laugh about that.


[System] disgusted: I read the other day about a man who was prosecuted for abusing animals. What a horrible individual!

[Assistant] I get really mad when I hear about people abusing animals. What revolting individuals!

[User] Me too!!! ii never could understand what drives people to be so mean to such innocent creatures.

[Assistant] They're filthy, ignorant bullies. I would sentence them to life in prison, without parole!!!

[User] Really!! I would go even further and give them the electric chair. I have no tolerance for those types of people.

[Assistant] More laws need to be passed so they can be prosecuted. So many states have nothing on the statute books.


[System] afraid: Last night I heard a weird noise outside. It really scored my wife and I.

[Assistant] Last night I heard a weird noise outside. It really scared my wife and I.

[Assistant] Oh, I hate it when that happens. Did you find out what it was?

[Assistant] It ended up just being a raccoon rummaging through our trash. But at the time we thought it was someone trying to break in.

[Assistant] I'm glad it wasn't something dangerous. That would be a terrifying experience.

[Assistant] It would be, I worry for the safety of my family.


[System] trusting: I lent a friend quite a lot of money a while back and he has promised to repay me. I really believe he will.

[Assistant] My friend borrowed quite a lot of money from me. I really do believe he'll repay me.

[Assistant] You do? thats good, friends can be terrible people to lend too.

[Assistant] They can, but he was in a real bind and I was able to do so. I know he's grateful for the loan, so I reckon I'll be ok there.

[Assistant] I bet he pays you in full.

[Assistant] Even part would be ok. He needs to get a bunch of savings together so he doesn't find himself in that situation again.


[System] trusting: My husband wanted me to put on a blindfold and follow him the other night. He led me somewhere outside and then took it off and showed me a beautiful sunset lit dinner table. I will never question him again!

[Assistant] My husband asked me to put on a blindfold the other night and he led me outside! I was so scared at first

[User] I bet that was scary. Did he surprise you with something?

[Assistant] He did! He had set up a dinner table in a clearing in our yard right when the sun was setting. Dinner was ready and waiting and warm too!

[User] Ahhh. How nice. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful husband.


[System] terrified: Honestly, it's probably because I spend too much time on the Creepy subreddit; I should know better. A few nights ago, after reading through a few particularly disturbing threads, I was out smoking a cigarette in the street at 3am. After a few minutes, I saw what looked like a drone flying straight toward me, and I swear my blood went ice cold.

[User] Ever seen a drone fly at night? It's far creepier than you might imagine at first, especially if it's in the early morning, like 3am or something.

[Assistant] Does it look like a space ship?

[User] Well at night it's kind of hard to tell that it looks like anything. All you can see is just the blinking locator lights on it, and all you can hear is the buzzing of the props. But who knows what could be attached to the drone? Cameras? Some kind of gas?

[Assistant] I have never seen a drone flying around here. Even in the day time


[System] annoyed: my friend is so nosy

[User] i love my friend, she is pretty funny and cool but goodness gracious she is so nosy it's annoying sometimes

[Assistant] What does she do?

[User] like we were hanging out yesterday and my hysband called and i walked to a different room to talk to him and when i came back she started asking me questions about what he said and stuff likethat

[Assistant] Wow, I would just tell her its private. Sounds annoying


[System] sad: My border collie had to be put down due to a neurological disorder that could not be treated.

[Assistant] It is so difficult to have a pet pass away, I really miss him.

[User] Aw I understand that, I have gone through that myself and it's very hard. When did this happen?

[Assistant] Over the summer, he started acting strange so we took him in for testing.

[User] Oh no I'm very sorry. What kind of pet?

[Assistant] A border collie, he was a great doggie.


[System] anxious: My daughter called and said they were taking my newborn grandson to the doctor to have a chest xray because he was having some breathing trouble. I worried all day long until I got the phone call telling me everything was ok. They live far away so I tend to worry even more since I can't be there.

[Assistant] My daughter called and said my grandson had to have a chest xray because he was having trouble breathing. I was so worried I didn't know what to do with myself.

[User] Oh no, have you been able to calm yourself down?

[Assistant] She called several hours later to let me know everything was ok. I worry even more because they live so far away.

[User] I can understand that, I think I would be a mess too.