[System] guilty: I felt guilty when I was driving home one night and a person tried to fly into my lane, and didn't see me. I honked and they swerved back into their lane, slammed on their brakes, and hit the water cones.

[User] Yeah about 10 years ago I had a horrifying experience. It was 100% their fault but they hit the water barrels and survived. They had no injuries but they almost ran me off the road.

[Assistant] Did you suffer any injuries?

[User] No I wasn't hit. It turned out they were drunk. I felt guilty but realized it was his fault.

[Assistant] Why did you feel guilty? People really shouldn't drive drunk.

[User] I don't know I was new to driving and hadn't experienced anything like that. I felt like my horn made him swerve into the water barrels.


[System] caring: My mother stopped by my house one day and said she saw 3 dogs on the road, down from our house. They were starving, with ribs showing, and it was a mother dog and her two small puppies. Of course, my daughter wanted to bring them to our house, so we could feed and help them. We did, and my heart went out to them, as they were so sweet, but really were in a bad shape.

[Assistant] Well, can you tell me about your experience? I think we swapped places

[User] Yeah i wanted to tell you about the time i was hit by a drunk driver im so happy to still be alive after that experience

[Assistant] Oh my goodness, that's very scary! I hope you are okay now and the drunk driver was punished for his actions?

[User] Yeah he was punished hes in jail still


[System] lonely: I just broke up with my girlfriend, we were together for 8 years, i feel so empty.

[Assistant] I there, dont know what to do, jst broke up with my girlfirned, we were 8 years together

[Assistant] sorry to hear! do you have any idea about the break up? did you think about it ?

[Assistant] Yes we decided together with our minds, and know i come home and feel so distant from the world

[Assistant] sorry again! hope you'll get relief from this sadness. Please concentrate on your interests to divert your mind from this.


[System] excited: I received concert tickets for Christmas.

[Assistant] I couldn't wait to go to the concert.

[User] Which Concert?

[Assistant] The U2 concert. Tickets were really expensive and I never thought we would be able to go, but somehow we did!!!

[User] Wow, that's awesome! I have never been to an actual concert.


[System] sad: i've read an article about a little newborn babygirl. She died because she was premature and she had problems breathing on her own when she was born but parents didn't take her to the hospital because they don't believe in medication

[User] I'm so sad because i've read an article about a newborn girl who died because her parents didn't believe in medication and doctors

[Assistant] Ugh, those articles always get me too... :( What was wrong with her?

[User] she was born premature at home, she had hard time breathing on her own but instead of taking her to the doctor parents were just praying

[Assistant] Jeez! Its so unfortunate... very sad really.

[User] yes! And i do believe in God and prayers but goodness gracious please take your children to the hospital and let God heal them THROUGH doctors


[System] caring: my friend's baby hurt himself yesterday i was trying to cheer him up

[User] so my friend's baby fell down and scraped his knee yesterday and i was trying so hard to cheer him up

[User] That is nice of you. What did you do?

[User] i was singing nursery songs :)

[User] Which one?

[User] If you happy and you know it :)


[System] hopeful: i really hope my husband finds a full time job soon

[User] my husband lost a job but i'm hoping he can find a full time job soon

[User] He will, I have faith.

[User] thank you so much!

[User] No problem. What kind of work does he do?

[User] he is an armed guard


[System] angry: some guys shot my neighbour and ran into the woods

[User] i just moved to this neighborhood and some dumb criminals shot one of my neighbors and ran into the woods!

[User] Thats not good. Do you own a gun?

[User] I do! I want to be able to protect my son

[User] That is always number one goal.


[System] joyful: I'm going to see my parents soon!

[User] i'm so excited because i'm finally going to visit my parents next month! I didn't see them for 3 years

[Assistant] 3 years is a long time. How come?

[User] I moved to the US and they stayed in my homecountry

[Assistant] Oh I see. They must miss you, too.


[System] angry: I felt very angry when a co-worker of mine pretended he was in a car accident to get out of working July 4th. I worked to midnight for him to only find out he was faking it. I was furious

[User] I was very angry when a co worker lied about a car accident to get out of working July 4th. I covered his shift till midnight and he was lying about the accident

[User] That isn't very nice.

[User] Yeah he got caught in someones pics on Facebook. Never lie and then go out with people who like to take pictures.

[User] Yes. I do not have a Facebook.

[User] Good idea. i don't like social media that much. It can get you in to trouble fast, even when expressing your opinions.


[System] disappointed: I went to buy a 42 inch tv at walmart, the billboard says 299 usd, it was at 399 usd after taxes.

[Assistant] So yeah i drove 2 hours to get to wallmart. with 299 in my wallet as advertised, and the real price of the tv was 399 usd. what a bummer

[User] Thats horrible.

[Assistant] Yeah i had my hopes reall high and then i left empty handed, such a terrible feeling!

[User] Yes I do not like walmart.

[Assistant] Yes, i guess walmart and the rest of false advertisement in the US, the look in my daugther eyes when i came home empty handed


[System] faithful: A time I felt I should be loyal and honest is when my good friend's boyfriend showed interest in me in a romantic manner. I am married, and I also really care for my friend, so two reasons I wouldn't encourage his behavior. I let him know that he was wrong to do that, and felt good that I did, but felt really bad for my friend.

[Assistant] My friend's boyfriend recently made a pass at me. I'm married, and I also am really good friend's with his girlfriend so I felt really bad. I made sure he knew I was loyal and honest to both!

[User] Thats horrible. Did you tell on him?

[Assistant] I struggled with it, but my friend was in a really bad spot, with no income and raising her grandchild, he was the financial supporter. So, I didn't tell her, as I knew it would really hurt her in several ways, plus she really loves him!

[User] Thats a tough situation.


[System] content: my baby is sleeping

[User] my baby is sleeping. it's so peaceful and quiet in this house

[User] I guess it makes you appreciate things you used to take for granted, lol. But it doesn't last forever and is worth it.

[User] i totally agree with you!

[User] That's a full time job raising a human


[System] lonely: All my friends live in a different country

[User] hi, i feel so lonely sometimes because all my friends live in a different country

[Assistant] Oh, I'm sure you are lonely. Maybe you can join some kind of club that lets you meet new friends?

[User] i was thinking about it! I wanted to join a group for local moms

[Assistant] That's a good idea! This way you can also meet friends for yourself, but also maybe meet new friend's for your children to hang out with while you do with their moms!


[System] annoyed: My friend's son is wild and not disciplined, where he is always acting bad. One day he grabbed one of our expensive games and sat on it, breaking it. This really irked me!

[Assistant] I have a friend that has a child that is unruly and does bad things. One day at our home, he grabbed a game and sat on it, instantly breaking it! It was expensive and this really irked me, especially because she doesn't discipline him when he does bad things.

[User] oh man. i'm all about discipline! I don't like spoiled bratty kids

[Assistant] Me either! I have two of my own children, and I would have never let them get away with that kind of behavior when they were his age. I just don't understand those kind of parents@!

[User] yes, i've heard some parents don't ever say no to their kids. makes no sense


[System] terrified: i'm terrified of bugs

[User] I'm so scared of bugs! i found one in my hair yesterday and almost died

[User] ok

[User] Ugh I hate bugs with a passion, they are so creepy


[System] nostalgic: I recently spoke with an ex-girlfriend of mine. I think that she is doing very well. Our recent talks were invigorating and nostalgic, reminding me of my past experiences with her.

[User] I recently spoke with my ex-girlfriend on the phone. The conversation went pretty well, and it reminded me of my past experiences with her.

[User] Did things end amicably? I hope everything is good now!

[User] Yes, they ended somewhat well, but there were tense moments. I am glad she's doing well, but I miss her.

[User] I understand that, I hope things work out well for you both in the end!

[User] Thank you! That means a lot.


[System] content: One of the most blissed out moment of time I remember in life was right after the birth of my first child.

[User] One of the times I remember feeling the most blissed out in life was right after the birth of my first child.

[Assistant] That is a very blessed day. It is something you will never forget.

[User] Obviously there are the demands of a new child -- but that feeling of finally meeting someone you waited so long for, and the love surrounding the whole situation. Truly something to remember.

[Assistant] Yes, I couldn't agree more. It is remarkable how your feeling suddenly change.


[System] grateful: I was incredibly grateful when job payment came through *just* in the nick of time. I went from feeling scared and desperate to grateful and optimistic.

[User] Have you ever been in a situation when payment of some kind has come through *just* in the nick of time?! Talk about gratitude!

[Assistant] I bet that must have been nerve wracking until it happened.

[User] Absolutely. You go from scared and desperate to grateful and optimistic in one quick moment! It's not a situation I wish to be in again.

[Assistant] Oh I'm sure. I would not like to be in a situation like that. Good thing everything worked out for you.


[System] grateful: My really close friend lost her parents and siblings in a fire and consoling her about the incident just made me realize how thankful I should be each day for the family I'm blessed with.

[User] Im so grateful for my family due to an incident with my friend

[Assistant] Oh really? What happened with your family and friend then?

[User] My friend lost her parents and siblings in a fire and their family was very close to mine. So seeing her go through the grief made me realize how thankful I should be

[Assistant] Oh wow, that's awful. Stuff like that really teaches you to appreciate what you've got and to not take it for granted.

[User] Yes definitely. Never take anything for granted as you never know when it will be taken away from you


[System] trusting: My intuition has led me into some situations that had I only used my head, I might have missed out on. I'm a big believer in listening to your "gut".

[User] I'm a big believer in listening to your gut. Sometimes I might wonder where my intuition is leading me, but it always seems to be spot on.

[User] I agree, someimes we just know

[User] It is a "knowing" -- and a flowing! When something is right, it just feels easier to go with it -- like you're being led, even if you might not fully know to where.

[User] exactly, i get that entirely!


[System] surprised: It was around the time of my 18th birthday and I had mock exams so I couldnt really celebrate it. But my friends threw me a surprise party

[User] I couldnt celebrate my 18th birthday as I had exams during the time and I felt terrible for it. But my friends threw a surprise party for me and it was the best!

[User] That's great! How did they surprise you?

[User] I was studying in my bedroom for a couple of hours straight with headphones on and then my mom called me to the living room for dinner and when I went out the whole place was decorated and everyone was there

[User] That is so sweet of them, I hope you enjoyed it!


[System] lonely: I was sharing a house with 5 girls and all of them have boyfriends and hang out with them over the weekend and I feel lonely and down.

[User] I feel lonely sometimes cause I live in a house with 5 girls and all of them have boyfriends and sometimes they are all hanging out with their significant others and I feel lonely

[User] Awww, That sucks man. Hopefully they don't say mean things to you about being lonely.

[User] Sometimes they joke about it and obviously I make it look like its totally fine cause I dont want to give them the impression that I am lonely but it does hurt sometimes

[User] Well i used to be lonely a lot but i eventually found someone. I think you will too.


[System] surprised: I was surprised to learn how different my two kids' personalities could be. Silly, I know. But true!

[User] As silly as it sounds, I was so surprised at how different my two kids were as babies. You're reminded that they're wired with their own personalities from the git-go.

[User] Yeah that is always odd to me, before they can talk they are already unique!

[User] One was pacifier, one was fingers. One wanted to co-sleep, one liked her space. One liked facing *out* in the Baby Bjorn carrier, one liked cocooning in a sling!

[User] That is how it goes, sometimes you can just figure them out immediately


[System] disappointed: I was really craving Chik-Fil-A Sunday so I drove there. When I got there I realized they were closed. I was pretty upset.

[User] The other day I had a deep craving for Chik-Fil-A.

[User] I understand that one,they are my favorite place to eat

[User] Mine too. So I drive there and pull in the parking lot and it's completely empty. I then realized it was Sunday.

[User] That has happened to me too many times to count


[System] grateful: I visited an orphan once and just being there made me so thankful for parents and family

[User] I visited an orphan once and it was such a surreal moment. It made me realise how thankful I should be for a family

[Assistant] That must have been and intense and emotional moment for you.

[User] Yes it definitely was. I went with intentions to teach the kid a few things but I ended up learning lots more from him

[Assistant] Uau, what a surreal moment.I always believe kids have a lot to teach us.


[System] hopeful: While their relationship is rough now, I have to believe that my oldest child and husband will end up with a wonderful relationship.

[User] My oldest and my husband have always had a rough relationship. I've got to believe that as she gets older, it will get better!

[User] I'm sure it will! I didn't get along with my dad until i became an adult.

[User] That's always good to hear. But in the moment -- argh, my *heart*. How did your mom maneuver the differences between y'all? Did that wear on her?

[User] Yes it did. I believe she just waited it out and tried to neutralize the conversation when we were together.

[User] But in the meantime -- the unspoken strain is NOT fun. But I'm glad to hear about a happy ending -- thank you for that!


[System] ashamed: Kids will be kids, but I'm still ashamed when I think of how I treated one girl in sixth grade. I learned then that peer pressure doesn't often support your being your best self.

[User] I can still look back with shame at the way I treated a girl in sixth grade. I wasn't as bad as others, but that doesn't make me feel any better.

[User] Where you not secure in your self?

[User] Well, like a lot of 6th graders I was aware of *not* wanting to be an outcast for any reason. And unfortunately, she was. As an adult of course, my heart squeezes for *all* the kids we were!

[User] You can track her down to say sorry, or would that be creepy?

[User] Unfortunately, she died. I only found out when Facebook first came out, and her brother and I "friended" one another.

[User] Wow, so your going to take being a bad person to the grave. Maybe you'll see her in the next life?


[System] impressed: I am so impressed by my current boss. He is a terrific example of leadership in every way.

[User] I'm currently working for someone that is *such* a great example of a leader! It makes going into work inspiring every day / every way.

[User] Lucky you! That is rare. Maybe one day people will think of you like that?

[User] That's a very kind statement, and certainly what I would strive for. And it's the rarity that *inspires* me. That should be the norm, not the exception! THAT'S what I'd like to inspire in people. How about you?

[User] I have something totally different. My boss is clueless to the world and have no business being a leader.

[User] That is soul-sapping. What do you do to inspire yourself, and not let that kind of behavior drag you down?

[User] Well I've been in the business all my life and have worked for some great people. So I pull from what I learned from them.


[System] surprised:  I couldn't believe how big my friend's baby had gotten since the last time I had seen her!

[User] My friend's baby has grown so much since the last time I had seen her!

[User] It's crazy how quickly kiddos grow! Even in a few weeks time! Do you see your friend and her baby often?

[User] It had been about 8 weeks - I don't get out her way often, even though we live 30 minutes away.

[User] That is how life goes! Different schedules and demands -- I'm sure she's so thrilled when she *does* get to see you!

[User] Yes!  I got to be 'auntie' for a bit and help change her and get her fed and down for a nap while my friend had a chance to toss laundry in the wash.  It was a good day for everyone!


[System] proud: I'm always proud when I set my sights on something and achieve it. Running my very first marathon was a big one!

[User] Running my first (and maybe only!) marathon felt like *such* a huge accomplishment!

[User] Wow, that is an amazing accomplishment!  Congratulations!  You gotta be feeling like you're on top of the world after that!

[User] Ah, it was the best! Plus it helped that I purposely chose an amazing destination in which to run it -- it was the Venice Marathon!

[User] My first thought was "California" but then there's Venice [Italy] and then either way, that's an amazing destination!

[User] We were living overseas at the times -- the most impressive part was crossing the Grand Canal over a pontoon of boats to finish the marathon ;-)

[User] Oh, wow.  Not only to be able to do all the running but to view the scenery!


[System] surprised: I recently started talking to and lightly dating a woman. I really enjoy her company. I thought we would end up being together, but she recently moved and now treats me differently.

[User] I recently found out that a person I very much intimately admired did not feel the same way for me. I was pretty surprised.

[Assistant] I'm sorry to hear that! How did you find out?

[User] She just started treating me differently all of a sudden. And now she is going to be moving away soon.

[Assistant] That's a real bummer, but as they say, there are plenty of fish in the sea!


[System] angry: Nothing makes me angrier than seeing bullying in any way, shape, or form. Especially when it comes to bigotry or racism.

[User] I'm always appalled when I see bullying in action -- whether it's on a playground or political stage -- not much makes me angrier.

[Assistant] I feel the same way.

[User] How do you channel the anger? Obviously, it too easily turns into the same kind of negative emotion I'm upset about -- so that can feel hypocritical!

[Assistant] I practice boxing. I love to punch the sandbags.It is very therapeutic.

[User] Are you ever tempted to put anyone's face on the punching bag?! Ha! (Kidding/not kidding!)


[System] sad: One morning my mother came by to get my daughter for school, and told me she saw that my daughter's cat had been hit on the road. He was dead, and I had to tell my daughter. She loved her cat so much, it was very difficult.

[Assistant] One morning my mother came to my house to pick my daughter up for school and told me she saw my daughter's cat on the road and he had been hit. I had to tell my daughter about the loss of her beloved pet.

[Assistant] Oh no that is terrible!  How did your daughter take it?

[Assistant] She was around 11, so she took it very hard. I went ahead and let her stay home from school, as I knew she wouldn't do well that day.

[Assistant] Oh poor thing.  I hope she is doing better now.  Losing a pet is extremely hard!


[System] excited: I remember being so excited to take our kids to Disneyland for the first time! I grew up going there, and couldn't wait to share the experience!

[User] I was soooo excited to take our kids to Disneyland for the first time!

[Assistant] ooo they are gonna love it, just its expensive, I remember when it was only $20 to get in.

[User] Same! I was excited because I grew up going there. My grandparents lived in Tucson, and we would spend the summers with them -- the most exciting part being our drive to Disneyland each year!

[Assistant] Which one are you going to California or Florida ?

[User] California! Old school ;-) They've kept so much of the original, while adding lots of new attractions.


[System] nostalgic: I recently talked on the phone with my father. I had not spoken to him for a while. The whole experience was surreal because he doesn't appear often in my life. It reminds me of childhood.

[User] I recently spoke to my father for the first time in years. It reminded me of my childhood and the distant past.

[User] Cool.  Somethings never change.  What did you reflect upon?

[User] We spoke about our recent lives. Apparently he is in the market for a new car.

[User] Yeah, I miss my dad.  He died several years ago.  What kind of car is he looking for?


[System] surprised: Recently I was at my mother-in-laws and she surprised me by buying me some organizational stuff for my house.  She knows how much I love to organize and she decided to surprise me by getting me some stuff I needed.

[Assistant] Do you like to organize your house.  My mother-in-law recently surprised me recently with some organizing stuff b/c she knows how much I love it!

[User] I'm trying to get into it. we have our first baby on the way and need to reorganize everything. Do you have tips?

[Assistant] Labels and Bins can be your best friend!  Especially with a new baby.

[User] My big thing is i'm like O' I may need that leave it out of the tote box. Before I know it I have more stuff laying around then when I started.


[System] annoyed: I get very annoyed when people don't return or acknowledge emails.

[User] I find it odd -- and annoying -- when people don't respond to or even acknowledge emails.

[Assistant] Well, sometimes people are busy and don't have the time to check emails

[User] It would be great if there was a way we could all tell the best way to reach someone -- I know some people prefer texts to emails -- but if you're in a work situation, how do you ensure communication?

[Assistant] Text and emails are still the best option., until a nw way is created.


[System] angry: I recently got very upset with my sister when said some very mean things to me. I let her know that she was out of line by yelling at her. I feel bad for both of us.

[User] I recently had a big argument with my sister. We both got very upset and angry at each other.

[Assistant] Isn't that what sisters are for?  What were you guys upset about?

[User] I'm not so sure. We just had a discussion that heated and became an argument with tempers flying.

[Assistant] Maybe once you feel like you can bring it up again, you can try to approach the topic from another angle.


[System] lonely: I think the most lonely I have felt was when we moved overseas, my husband had to travel out of *that* country for business, and I had a new baby and dog to keep me company!

[User] I felt most lonely when we first moved overseas, my husband then had to travel out of *that* country for business -- AND I had a new baby!

[User] Congratulations! Where did you travel from and where did you end up?

[User] From Santa Fe to Hong Kong -- ultimately a fantastic adventure. And I ended up with a wonderful group of friends. Expats bond quickly!

[User] That must have been quite the culture shock, glad it all worked out though!


[System] sad: I feel sad when I see people squandering their potential or underestimating themselves.

[User] One of the saddest things to me is when people underestimate what they can do and/or are capable of.

[Assistant] I know, that actually happens to me sometimes! Last year I didn't get accepted into this fellowship and for a couple of weeks I was underestimating myself a lot.

[User] That's perfectly natural. You sound like the kind of person, though, that quickly regained their bearings. Disappointments like that usually come with some *good* lessons.

[Assistant] Yea for sure, I definitely learned that sometimes life just works in a funny way. When's the last time you have been really disappointed?


[System] ashamed: Once I was ashamed b/c my husband asked me not to tell my mom that he was actually busy when she needed his help with something.  I ended up telling her and he found out and was pretty upset with me.

[Assistant] Once my husband asked me not to tell my mom that he was busy that day when she needed his help but I told her anyway.  I really felt bad b/c he got pretty upset with me.

[User] I totally understand why he was mad. Why did you tell her?

[Assistant] Yeah thats a good question.  I totally deserved him being mad.  I just felt bad for him b/c he was so busy that day and I didn't want him to have one more thing on his plate I guess

[User] I guess he wanted to be available if she needed him.


[System] furious: There was a neighbor I never had met that called my son a derogatory name one time when he was riding his bike. She didn't like that he got in her yard a little bit when he went around the corner and was very ugly to him, and he was only 10 years old at the time.

[Assistant] There was a back neighbor that called my 10 year old son a ugly name one time, simply because he entered her yard slightly when he rode around the corner.!

[Assistant] What is a back neighbor? And that is crazy!

[Assistant] Yes, she lived several house back and she didn't know me, until after she did that! She knew me then, but after I talked to her, she apologized to both of us.

[Assistant] Oh my! I'm glad she apologized!


[System] grateful: I am continually value *health*. Too often, I see people either squandering it or not appreciating it until it's gone.

[User] Too often, it's a health scare that makes us value health. It inspires me to try and do something to keep healthy every day.

[Assistant] I understand. I am think the same thing. What is your health issue?

[User] Happily, I don't have one! It's more seeing family and friends and the situations they're in. Not everything can be helped -- but there are some things we can all do to take care of ourselves, you know?

[Assistant] Yes, we should try to yourself heathy


[System] sentimental: Every time I look through older photos of my children, I'm taken right back to the time they were that size!

[User] Every time I look through older photos of my children, I'm taken right back to the time they were that size, and what we were doing! It's a bittersweet feeling, for sure.

[User] Oh, it sure is, I feel the same way. They grow up so fast!

[User] Are your kids adults now?

[User] One of them is! I have an 18 year old and a 12 year old.

[User] I have an 18 year old as well -- I don't know about you, but it's hard to consider her an adult sometimes!


[System] confident: I have to say that at my wedding I felt the most confident I have ever felt.  I felt beautiful and ready to conquer the world!

[Assistant] I have a hard time having confidence in myself but when I got married and I had my hair and makeup done I felt like I was beautiful!  I had so much confidence in myself that day and it was great!

[User] I bet you were beautiful on that day. :) I hope that confidence has carried on since then!

[Assistant] I really try but it's hard to replicate that day for sure.

[User] It would be hard to replicate that day for sure, but I bet you have a lot to be confident about. You got this!


[System] anxious: My husband and I both work for ourselves, so as the end of the month approaches, we can sometimes feel a little worried about bringing in the funds we need.

[User] My husband and I both work for ourselves -- a blessing and a curse at times, since it can be tough to determine a "regular" income.

[Assistant] I bet it's tough. A regular income is nice but the freedom you get from working for yourselfs is better.

[User] We found a pretty good balance in that I have a part-time job that I *love* -- and that comes with benefits like insurance. That's a big worry addressed, right there.

[Assistant] Your so lucky. Insurance is my number one worry every month.

[User] I am sorry, because I absolutely know that concern. I truly hope you find a resolution to that.


[System] jealous: Once, I had plans to meet up with an old flame. I got to the spot and spotted her from across the room. She gave me a big hug, and then introduced me to her new boyfriend.

[Assistant] I met up with an old flame recently, didn't go how I expected

[Assistant] Oh ya? What happened?? I'm intrigued

[Assistant] Well, right after she gave me a big hug, she introduced me to her new boyfriend.

[Assistant] Woah plot twist. She brought him along to meet you?

[Assistant] I know right! No warning or anything. He turned out to be a nice guy, but I thought it was a little misleading on her part.


[System] excited: I recently booked our vacation accommodations in Florida, which we are going to in a few weeks. We have a large beachfront condo and I can't wait!

[Assistant] My family and I are going on vacation in a few weeks. We rented a largo beachfront condo and I can't wait!

[User] OH I love the beach!!  Which beach are you going to go to?

[Assistant] We are going to be staying at Miramar Beach in Florida, about an  hour Panama City Beach. The view is amazing from our balcony and we are so ready!

[User] PCB is where we always go! If you want to drive a little bit, go to HUNTS in PCB - it's off the beaten path but THE best seafood and prices - just go early (like 4oclock) for dinner or you won't get in!!


[System] annoyed: My friend Maria and I had plans for brunch. We were supposed to meet at 11, but she didn't even call me till 3. I had work at 5, so the day was a waste.

[Assistant] I was supposed to go for brunch with my friend Maria the other day. At least that was the plan.

[User] Why didn't you go?

[Assistant] Well, we had initially agreed to meet at 11. Wouldn't you know it, she didn't end up returning my text until 3PM!

[User] Is she always a flake? Maybe time for a new friend?


[System] afraid: Once I was super afraid b/c there was this guys following me and my mom at this grocery store.  I wasn't sure what to do about the situation so I told the manager at the store and he had someone walk me and my mom out to my car so we would be safe.

[Assistant] Me and my mom were at this grocery store recently and this guy started following us outside the store and then again inside the store it was so scary!

[Assistant] Did he do anything to you and your mom?

[Assistant] Well I knew he was following us and so I asked the manager to walk us out to the car and when he did we saw the guy come out again from between the two buildings b/c he was waiting on us.  so scary!

[Assistant] I am glad that nothing happened.


[System] guilty:  I waited at a restaurant for 30 minutes before I called and left my girlfriend an angry voicemail. Turns out she had been in a car crash, and was talking to the Police Officer.

[Assistant] Did I tell you what happened with Li the other night? Boy do I feel dumb.

[User] No, you didn't tell me! What happened?

[Assistant] She's 45 minutes late to our anniversary dinner. I don't know what happened to me but I called and left an angry message. Turns out, she had gotten T-boned at an intersection and was talking to the Police Officer when I called!

[User] Oh no! Is she okay?! Don't beat yourself up too much, you couldn't have ever imagined that she had been in an accident.


[System] grateful: I went to my girlfriend's work party. I ended up drinking too much with her co-workers. She made me feel better when we got home, and blamed it on one guy in particular.

[Assistant] Ugh! I looked like such a fool at my girlfriend's work party!

[User] What happened?

[Assistant] Well, I ended up having way too much to drink. One of her co-workers had a bottle of Fireball (gross I KNOW) and was making everybody do shots. I didn't want to look foolish, so I had... well too many.

[User] I love Fireball.


[System] disappointed: I had tickets to see Jay-Z and Beyonce at an outdoor venue. The big day came, and tropical storm hit. Not only did the concert get rained out, but no one got a refund.

[Assistant] Did I tell you what happened with the concert I was supposed to go to Saturday?

[User] No, what happened?

[Assistant] Well first of all, it wasn't just any concert - it was Jay-Z and Beyonce! AND IT GOT RAINED OUT!

[User] Thats horrible. Will they reschedule?


[System] surprised: I came home from vacation and my long lost friend was sleeping on my couch. We all thought he had died in a monsoon in Thailand.

[Assistant] You are never going to guess who was sleeping on the couch when I got home from New York...

[Assistant] Who, tell me!

[Assistant] My friend Benny! The one we all thought died in a monsoon in Thailand!

[Assistant] Wow, what happened?


[System] surprised: My husband came home from shopping a couple days before Mother's Day and he gave me some unexpected gifts. He had got me a beautiful diamond ring, along with some other wonderful gifts!

[Assistant] Recently, my husband came home from grocery shopping and had gifts for me for Mother's Day. He had a beautiful diamond ring and other lovely gifts, it was very unexpected!

[Assistant] That is very nice gift. Did you bought anything for him for Father's day?

[Assistant] I did! I also gave him unexpected gifts and he was super happy. I was very touched by him being so thoughtful!

[Assistant] That is great.


[System] confident: I went in for a third interview at a company considering me. The owner was in attendance, and I could see he was impressed with my portfolio. They told me they still were looking at two other candidates, but I bet I'll get an offer tonight or tomorrow.

[Assistant] I know I shouldn't count my chicks before they hatch, but I'm feeling pretty good after that interview today!

[User] Oh what job was the interview for?

[Assistant] This advertising company! The owner was there - you should have seen his face. My last freelance project was a real winner. Think I got it?

[User] I think you got it man! Congratz!


[System] terrified: I was at the World's Largest Pistachio when an armed man burst in to the gift shop. He was in a shootout with the Police, but he never acted like he was going to hurt us. I'm just happy to be alive

[Assistant] Did I ever tell you about the time I "got taken hostage"?

[User] oh my  are you really serious?

[Assistant] As a heart attack. It was me and Big C at the World's Largest Pistachio. All of the sudden we hear gunshots, and DiDi's still in the car. We ran in the building, and he comes flying in after us. He never pointed the gun at us, and we ended up running away when he was distracted. It's too crazy - I can't make this up. Just glad to be alive!

[User] I am very glad it has a happy ending. Sounds a bit scary


[System] angry: I had a friend's boyfriend make a pass at me when I went to visit my friend. He actually kissed me, and this made me very upset. I couldn't believe the nerve!

[Assistant] I went to visit a friend one day and her boyfriend made a pass at me. He actually suddenly kissed me, as I was waiting for my friend to return. I couldn't believe his nerve!

[User] Oh no, what did you do?

[Assistant] I quietly pushed him away, as I didn't want my friend to hear. I was so shocked and upset, since he knew I wouldn't want to make a scene and took advantage.

[User] Did you ever tell your friend?


[System] disgusted: This past Friday night our refrigerator stopped working! We had to go all weekend without it, which lead to having to throw out a lot of food and some strong odors! It was Monday before we were able to get it repaired.

[Assistant] This past Friday night our refrigerator stopped cooling! We had to go the weekend without it, and of course had to deal with some unpleasant smells and throw away a large amount of food! It wasn't a fun weekend for us!

[User] Oh no, I hate when that happens. I can sympathize with you because thats happen to me twice! Its okay in the winter time and you can sort of keep your food fresh but not during the summer

[Assistant] Yes, and of course we tried to call and have someone come out, but to no avail! You don't realize how much you rely on things like that until they aren't working!

[User] I wish refrigerators would have a warranty that replaced food when they went bad.


[System] guilty: I felt bad recently because I was dishonest with my friend about her boyfriend. He had made a pass at me, but I never told her about it.

[Assistant] I felt pretty bad when I was having girl talk with my friend and we were talking about our partners. Her boyfriend had made a pass at me, but I never told her about it.

[Assistant] Wao, you must fell weird about it! what you thinki to do about it?

[Assistant] I felt bad, but she wasn't working and taking care of her grandchild, and her boyfriend was the financial support. I knew it would really be hard on her if she found out, not to mention she really loves him.

[Assistant] SUper tough situation, i think you should let her know, and let her decides next


[System] embarrassed: I hug my mom from behind, and it was not my mom

[Assistant] I was at the mall and hug my mom and said to her: Time to go Mommy! and i wasnt her, can you imagine my reaction to it?

[Assistant] Oh, I'm sure you were embarrassed! But, maybe you can laugh about it now?

[Assistant] Yes, totally but at the moment i felt like the stupidiest person on earth, didn't know were to hide! and my mom was watching

[Assistant] Well, I'm sure mom had a laugh lol! I can imagine how you felt at the time though!

[Assistant] THe good thing about it, was the lady, she was laughing and later told me that it has happened to her childrens to, no worries!


[System] anticipating: I have a vacation condo in Florida at the beach reserved in a few weeks. It is right on the beach, with gorgeous ocean views and I can't wait to go.

[Assistant] I am looking forward to going on vacation in a few weeks! We have a condo reserved on the beach, with fantastic ocean views. I'm ready!

[User] Ah, that sounds fantastic! Which ocean will you be enjoying?

[Assistant] Well, we are staying at Panama City Beach, so we're right there at the Gulf of Mexico.

[User] Sounds awesome! Do you have a beachside beverage or traditions that you enjoy? (Mine would be tequila + lime...very Jimmy Buffett ;-))


[System] proud: I was so proud of my 15 year old daughter. She was determined to work this summer, even with us telling her no one would hire her unless she was 16. She persevered and we were wrong -- she was hired at the first job she interviewed for!

[User] I am definitely a proud parent of our 15 year old -- she was determined to work this summer, and even with us saying no one would hire her until 16 -- she found a job!

[Assistant] Well, that's impressive! I can see why you are proud. Sounds like a hard working young lady!

[User] That, and she's enjoying the independence of having her own money. Remember that? Making money that you truly could use for your *pleasure* (and not just necessities ?! ;-))

[Assistant] Yes, I was the same way too! I started working two days after I turned 16 so I could have my own money too!

[User] Same! I was surprised 15 year olds *can* actually work during the summer. It's just finding an employer who knows those hours get cut WAY back once school starts.


[System] annoyed: I am annoyed by people who won't return their grocery carts, and just leave them in the parking lot!

[User] Okay, a silly pet peeve but one nonetheless -- when people just leave their grocery carts willy-nilly in the parking lot. No consideration for others or the people who work at the store!

[User] Absolutely I agree I always try to not even bring cart unless I have too many too carry.

[User] Me too. And I will always make sure to at *least* put it in one of those cart corrals, if not walk it back up to the store. Hey -- extra exercise ;-)

[User] Yes me too Now if everyone would just take our lead lol

[User] WE CAN SAVE THE WOOOOOOORLD!!!!! (lol indeed....!)


[System] joyful: I wnet home, and my wife surpises me with a picture of our future baby.

[Assistant] I came home, and my wife showed me a picture in 4d of our future baby, my heart speeded so fast!

[Assistant] oh wow. Do you know whether it will be a boy or girl yet?

[Assistant] We choose to wait! but the amount of happiness in my body is tremendous! never felt this way before.

[Assistant] First time parent?

[Assistant] Yes, God willing the baby is going to be healthy in every way! can wait to ave the second


[System] confident: I love when I'm in the "flow" doing what I'm doing -- whether it's speaking or doing large-scale visual capture of meetings.

[User] I love being in the "flow" -- whether it's in speaking to a group of people or working to help facilitate meetings.

[User] What kind of work do you do?

[User] I work with different organizations on strengthening their culture, and I do large-scale visual notetaking (also known as graphic recording). Are you familiar with that at all? (Not unusual NOT to be!)

[User] Actually I'm not, but it sounds very interesting and by working with different organizations, I would imagine it's also exciting and new every day.

[User] That's one of the huge benefits -- learning about many different industries and subjects!


[System] impressed: I am impressed by leaders who know it's best to surround themselves with people who are smarter/better/more experienced than themselves in some areas.

[User] I LOVE when leaders know that it actually *helps* them to be surrounded by strong people -- people they can learn from, that challenge them, and that in some ways could be considered "better".

[User] I agree, its always nice to have people around you who are smarter in some areas

[User] It's just too many leaders want "yes men" and/or people who feel non-threatening. It's a trap and a quick path to mediocrity, if not failure!

[User] Yes men are definitely a bad idea when it comes to life and business


[System] joyful: I was so happy the day I learned I was pregnant with our first child!

[User] I'll always remember the day I learned I was pregnant with our first child -- Halloween in Chicago, and we were with friends at the Shedd Aquarium! I've loved baby belugas since ;-)

[Assistant] Baby belugas are cute, but not as cute as your baby!

[User] Ha! True that ;-) That's also the year that A Bug's Life came out, and we always thought of our young one as "Dot", the spunky little girl ant in the movie.

[Assistant] That is so funny! I don't think she'll want to be compared to an ant when she gets older. You'll have to remind her.


[System] surprised: I came in the room on mother's day. I expected a couple of gifts not balloons, tons of gifts and flowers. The gifts were so heartfelt too.

[Assistant] This mother's day was amazing! I got so much more than expected and it was all so heartfelt

[User] That is great!!  Sometimes we mom's get a bit forgotten, so to have an entire day where we are just loved is such a great feeling.

[Assistant] Yes, definitely! I actually cried a few times because of how much thought went into each gift and what was written in the cards

[User] Those words are the things we cherish more than any other thing, I love it when my girls do that!


[System] confident: I had an interview for my dream job. I felt sure I would get it, but I didn't in the end.

[User] THat's too bad. What do you think went wrong?

[User] I am not sure, it was pretty random

[User] Did they give you any feedback?

[User] No, nothing at all

[User] That is a shame, you need to learn from your mistakes.

[User] I know


[System] surprised: I just found out that my sister and her husband are pregnant. They are great people and I hope they will be amazing parents!

[User] So my sister told us a couple weeks ago she was pregnant. Her and her husband are so excited. I hope they have an amazing 9 months and then an amazing time raising the baby.

[User] That is exciting news!  I bet you were so surprised!

[User] I was very surprised. She didn't tell a single person they were trying for a baby. Just announced it on the 4th of July

[User] Ha!  What a neat day to announce it - did they do any special kind of announcement?  I see so many videos of interesting and neat ways to make that announcement.

[User] Yes, they put a picture of their sonogram on the tv and waited for someone to notice it. So exciting


[System] disappointed: I was excited to go biking today, but then it was raining.

[User] Oh no, what did you do instead? Did you watch Netflix?

[User] I do watch Netflix sometimes.  Do you watch?

[User] Yes, I do. I recently watched the series "Dark." It's the German one.

[User] I haven't heard of that one.  What genre does it fall in?

[User] It's a supernatural mystery type. I won't spoil the twist.

[User] Sounds interesting!

[User] It was fantastic, a lot of people have been comparing it to Stranger Things, but its a lot more grime and serious.


[System] confident: One time I was going to a court hearing against my former place of employment to repeal a decision made to cancel my unemployment. I knew I would win because I had so much evidence against them and their shoddy work practices.

[User] I went to a court hearing for unemployment with my former employer, and I felt great about it since I was so prepared with all of the documents and everything I needed to show the court I was in the right for quitting.

[User] Did it go your way?

[User] Yes, I actually ended up winning it and they gave me 6 months of unemployment pay.

[User] That is great - have you found another job yet?

[User] Yes I am currently working as a processing assistant at a warehouse. I love it. Much better than my last job


[System] annoyed: Today no matter where I drove today the other drivers were terrible. They kept cutting me off and not signaling among other things.

[Assistant] Today traffic was horrible and was so frustrating!

[User] I hate traffic too, it makes me angry

[Assistant] Yes! People were constantly cutting me off,not signalling and slamming on their brakes

[User] People are so rude when they drive these days


[System] afraid: When I was 10 years old I watched the film "The Grudge" and was so scared of the dark that I couldn't navigate around my own house.

[Assistant] The grudge scared me when I was 10 to which I couldn't navigate my own house.

[User] I can imagine! That was a terrifying movie.

[Assistant] And yet I still felt as if I had to see the sequels when they came out too.

[User] That happened to me too.. with the other Exorcist movies and the Ring movies. Even though they scared me, I was too curious to not see the others.


[System] proud: My friend ended up passing her semester with flying colors, despite the fact that she has 2 children and didn't do well in high school. She pushed hard to overcome her circumstances.

[User] My best friend did amazing in school, despite having 2 children and not doing great academically in school. She ended up getting honors in her first 2 semesters.

[Assistant] She sounds like a person with great ability. Great choice of friend.

[User] She has been my friend for 19 years. She pushes me to do better too.

[Assistant] That's great. I wish I had someone so close like that!

[User] I hope you find someone like that. I believe everyone needs and deserves friends like that.


[System] sad: Today when I went outside to check my banana plant I noticed the leaf was wilted.

[User] Today when I went outside to check my new banana plant I noticed the new leaf was turning brown.

[Assistant] Is that a bad sign? Perhaps the plant is not getting enough nutrition or sunlight?

[User] I don't think that's the problem. I am worried about a drainage issue. I'm going to check back in a couple days.

[Assistant] Oh, I see. I am not much of a horticulturist but it makes sense that it could be over-saturated.

[User] I'm new to growing bananas and from what I understand they can be very sensitive to over-watering. It was doing great before today. Possibly wind too.


[System] excited: I decided I wanted a puppy and put out the word I was looking for one. On the way to get my new puppy after getting a call about one I was so thrilled.

[Assistant] I decided a few months I was ready for a puppy, so I put the word out

[Assistant] Put what word ? You mean published the info?

[Assistant] Basically, yes. I made a classified ad. I was beyond thrilled after getting a call to get one!

[Assistant] So what breed did you get ?


[System] grateful: I am grateful for my parents who helped me along the way when buying my first house. They helped with some groceries and with understanding my loan papers etcc.

[User] When I bought my first house I put down 20% of the loan, which made me broke quick. My monthly paycheck helped me with bills but my parents bought me groceries for a month until I got on my feet. SO grateful for them

[User] I would be too! You did what you had to do!

[User] Yes, I am always better off with them as my parents, they want to see us succeed

[User] Do you find the home buying experience worth it?

[User] Yes, it was well worth it! I love being independant. teaches you a lot.

[User] How long do you plan on staying in that house?

[User] Maybe 5 more years then I am ready for something bigger. Probably when I get married

[User] Well that's awesome! I'm happy for you!


[System] jealous: I was really jealous of my best friend, who is a surgeon, and makes six figures a year, while I am at half that.

[User] My friend is a surgeon and we were discussing salary. He easily makes 200,000 a year and he is only 32. It's crazy and I was jealous of him.

[Assistant] You shouldn't, because that is  a very stressful job

[User] Yeah, that's a good point. I also realized he has a high malpractice insurance, and is on call a lot.

[Assistant] And don't forget how many years they have to study in order to get a license for surgery

[User] True. He went to college for 12 years! The student loans are probably high too.


[System] hopeful: I talked with my student adviser the other day. I didnt realize I only had 7 months until I graduate and start my new career.

[Assistant] I am in college and I was talking to my student adviser the other day about the future

[Assistant] Really? Do you know what you want to do when you graduate? I know sometimes it's tough to settle on a path.

[Assistant] I want to be one to run the office part of a physicians practice but that isn't set in stone. I am thrilled to start my new career path

[Assistant] That sounds like a great career plan. You will be filling a very important role in the physician's practice!


[System] disgusted: I have a dog that lives near us and his owner never picks up his poop. It makes me feel sick!

[User] That is disgusting! What can you do about about it?

[Assistant] I'm not sure. What would you do?

[User] You could chat to them and complain!

[Assistant] Maybe I will try that. Do you think it will work?

[User] Who knows, I guess it depends on how reasonable they are.


[System] grateful: When I was kicked out of my step parent's house for no reason, my best friend immediately took me in. I was so thankful for that opportunity.

[User] One time when I was kicked out of the place I was staying at, my best friend immediately told me I could stay with her until I got on my feet.

[User] Oh no, that sounds like an awful situation. What did you end up doing after that?

[User] I stayed with her for about a year until I got my own apartment. We are getting an apartment together in a few months.

[User] So exciting! It can be fun to have a roommate

[User] She also has 2 daughters, 2 and 7, and a few crested geckos too so I'll have a bunch of roommates.

[User] I love that. Lots of new friends, haha

[User] I've known them since the moment they were born, but it will still be a blast.


[System] nostalgic: Last week when I heard about Toys r us closing it made me think of other memories from my childhood. I started reminiscing about the toys, music, games and so much more

[Assistant] Last week when Toys R Us closed it really made me start thinking of the 90s and my childhood

[Assistant] I've heard a lot of people say something similar. Did you go there a lot?

[Assistant] I did! I was talking to my husband about the different toys I had. Even started talking about the music and shows from that era

[Assistant] Where I grew up didn't have one nearby so I get a little jealous hearing about it.


[System] nostalgic: I came across a post on Facebook showing all of the old toys, trends, and food from the 90s.

[User] The other day I came across a Facebook post showing all the old stuff from the 90's.. it took me way back to my childhood.

[User] Good lord you must have had Facebook for a LONG time! I started mine in college so there isn't anything from my younger years.

[User] Oh no, it was just a post someone shared that covered all the old trends, food, toys, tv shows, etc. I had Facebook back in 2010 but not earlier than that.

[User] Oh ok lol. I completely understand. I had a friend share a post about making mix tapes from the radio with a cassette player. Totally remember doing that!

[User] How old are you? Were you a child in the 80s? I am 30 so I grew up during the 90s.

[User] I am 33 :)

[User] Oh so only a few years older than me. I love the feeling of nostalgia though. I pretty much live for it.


[System] furious: Nothing makes me more furious than bullies. Playground or politics, I find them intolerable.

[User] I hate bullies. Playground or politics, I find them intolerable.

[User] Me too, bullies are part of the reason that I homeschooled.

[User] Good for you! Did you find other ways to interact with kids on better terms?

[User] Well, I was referring to my own kids. They have adjusted well at 17 and 19.


[System] surprised: I was going in to watch a certain movie recently that I was expecting to be pretty bad but turned out to be really good.

[Assistant] I expected the new incredibles to be pretty bad but to my pleasure it came out good.

[User] I also saw it and felt like it was pretty good. Much better than the My Little Pony Movie. That was TORTURE.

[Assistant] Oh I can't imagine. I don't think I would pay more than a quarter to see that movie.

[User] Yeah it was so boring. Even my kids got bored and they had been dying to see it,


[System] angry: My parents keep taking my money

[Assistant] My parents keep taking my money

[Assistant] That's not nice of them. Why do they keep taking it??

[Assistant] They need it for other stuff. I never get a chance to save any of it.

[Assistant] Sorry to hear that. I found that it helps to have multiple savings accounts, so whenever you get a certain amount of money (like $5, $10) save it and be strict not to spend it.


[System] annoyed: I get annoyed when adults don't seem to be able to clean up after themselves -- especially at work! Who do they think will clean up after them?!

[User] So when adults don't clean up after themselves in a business environment -- what is that ?! Why do they think a "mommy" will come along to clean up after them?!

[User] LOL! This is perfect timing because I had the " You are an adult not a child" conversation with my girlfriend not too long ago. I had left popsicle wrapper on the night stand and it got sticky. I argued if you are willing to date someone who likes to eat Popsicles in bed, then you have to deal with the consequences.

[User] LOL! Okay, y'all are a sitcom. I have to ask what flavor. (And yes, I side with your girlfriend. If for no other reason: ANTS. You do NOT want ants marching into your bed toward any potentially sensitive regions. Okuuurrrrrr?)

[User] Okay, it wasn't just one, it was three: One cherry, and two grape. How anyone can eat just one at a time? Oh, the number of wrappers was also brought up. Like, I don't care if yuo bought them for the kids, I am part of this household as well. I tried to make it a teaching moment about how if you don't get the popsicles first someone else would, but I think my arguments have been falling on deaf ears for awhile now, lol


[System] devastated: A friend let me know the morning of Christmas of 2007 that my best friend had fallen off of a roof and died.

[User] The hardest time in my life was when my best friend died on Christmas of 2007.

[User] Wow. I'm so sorry to hear that. That would be incredibly hard. What happened?

[User] She fell off of a roof. She fell asleep and when she got up, she slipped.

[User] That's horrible. I'm really sorry about your friend.

[User] It has been a long time so I have come to cope with it, but sometimes it's still hard. I named my daughter after her. Her name is Roxie.

[User] That's a beautiful name! It's cool you honored your friend in that way.

[User] It really helped me heal when I was able to do that.

[User] I can't even imagine. I've never lost anyone super close to me yet...


[System] grateful: There was a time a few years back where I was given a car. We only had one and needed a second and it was so helpful. I was blown away by someone's kindness.

[User] A few years ago, there was a time that I really needed a car. I had to go to school and my husband worked full time.

[User] Did you not have a car? That's hard. I don't have one now and use Uber and Lyft all the time.

[User] We had one car we shared but I had a little girl and we were just stuck at the house or got rides. We didn't really have uber and Lydt yet. But someone gave me a car out of the blue!

[User] That is incredible! I swear some things in life are determined by fate. I'm glad you were able to get a car.

[User] Thanks me too. It blew me away that people can be so kind.

[User] It's incredible, and so important. That's why I try to pass on the kindness whenever I am able.


[System] surprised: A few years back, all I wanted was a surprise birthday party. I begged my husband to throw me one every year. Then one year, he actually planned one, and I almost didn't get there in time!

[User] Have you ever had a surprise birthday party planned for you? I did a few years back.

[Assistant] Yes.My first was when i turned 18.

[User] That's awesome! What a good year to do it. I remember begging my husband to throw me one every year.

[Assistant] LOL.You had to beg your husband for a surprise party??

[User] Haha! Yes! And what's really funny, is that I almost missed it because I wasn't actually expecting it and almost didn't get back in time! Whoops.


[System] terrified: It was raining hard one night and the power shut off.

[Assistant] It was raining hard one night and the power shut off

[User] Did you have candles or a flash light to help yous see?

[Assistant] Only lighters. Now we are stocked on candles

[User] Well atleast you have something to help you guys.


[System] prepared: I studied a lot for my psychology exam and ended up acing it with a 98%.

[User] One time I studied my butt off for my first psychology exam. It was hard and I studied all night.

[User] How did you do

[User] I ended up actually getting a 98%!

[User] That is great! My B.S. ( I always hate saying that because I have to say I have my BS in psychology) is in Psychology.

[User] Haha I always thought that was a funny term too. That's amazing. Psychology is absolutely fascinating.


[System] annoyed: I love our new cat to death but he is such a night owl. He goes crazy all night and I can never sleep.

[User] Do you have any pets?

[Assistant] Pet? Like dogs and other?

[User] Yes. We got a cat not too long  ago and he drives me crazy! He's such a night owl and is always banging into stuff.

[Assistant] Wow, seriously I hate those pets being around me


[System] proud: my son graduated highschool.

[Assistant] My son graduated.

[Assistant] From where?

[Assistant] Highschool.

[Assistant] Congrats ,that's a step forward


[System] lonely: I went through a divorce, I had to leave my husband and daughter behind. It broke my heart and I felt so alone.

[User] One of the hardest times in my life was when I had to leave my husband and daughter when I went through a divorce.

[Assistant] I am so sorry. I can't imagine what you must have went through.

[User] I felt like I had no one. The two people I loved most in life I barely saw and was disconnected from.

[Assistant] That must have been really hard.

[User] It was, but I grew so much from it, and it ended up being the very best thing that could have happened to me.


[System] impressed: My husband has a cousin who is good at everything. He is so young yet he owns his own business.

[User] I know this guy who is so young, yet he owns his own major business. It's really impressive.

[User] Really?  What kind of work does he do?

[User] He owns his own coffee shop. He started roasting when he was 16 and now he's only 26 but distributes beans across the country.

[User] Wow.. that is impressive.  Are you guys still friends?  Maybe he could get you a job in one of his stores.


[System] sentimental: My mother has always been sentimental. She thinks I don't want to keep anything but I'm just not as sentimental as she is. It hurts her feelings.

[User] I feel slightly bad. I think I hurt my mom's feelings last week because she told me about a necklace I got rid of when I was a kid. She's a packrat and I'm really, really not.

[User] Awww... reminds me of the show hoarders when the family members argue over silly things like that.  What was the necklace all about did you make it or something?

[User] I feel like her and my aunt kind of could be on that show. :/ I'm all about less stuff to pick up! lol Eh..it was a necklace she gave me when they found out they were pregnant. It said "Special Sister". I'm probably a jerk..

[User] Well why did you have it if it belonged to them?  Did you pawn it?

[User] No, they bought it for me. I think I was going goodwill it and she grabbed it back. lol She said she wants to pass it onto my daughter someday so that's sweet.

[User] Thats sweet of them. Maybe you could make it up to her buy getting her a special mom necklace with your spare cash.


[System] nostalgic: Whenever I hear certain songs, it brings back so many memories. Mostly of when I was young and dumb staying up late with friends.

[User] Have you ever heard a song on the radio and it just takes you back to a different time? Like an escape?

[User] All the time.  That is part of listening to music I suppose.  The songs remind you of when you first heard them.

[User] Yeah, I guess that's fair. It happens all the time to me too. Sometimes makes me wish I was reliving those moments but I don't think I would really want to go back..

[User] I know what you mean.  However, the older I get the more I want to go back LOL.

[User] lol :) That's true. Life is hard and did seem so much more carefree when I was younger, but I just don't like who I was. I like me now much better :)


[System] sad: When my daughter got her first cat, it only lived with us a few weeks until it was hit by a car.

[User] I was just thinking about how a few years ago, we lost our cat.

[User] Oh no!  What happened to it?

[User] It was the first time he had gotten outside and he didn't come back that night. He was hit by a car. :(

[User] So sad!  I am sorry.  Don't feel too bad its natural for them to want to be outside.

[User] Thank you. I appreciate that.


[System] caring: My dog is getting really old and I'm afraid to lose her. I care about her so much.

[Assistant] I'm sorry to hear that. I had a dog die once too.

[User] it is so sad to know but my mother is rather sick of flu and not dying

[Assistant] The flu sure makes it feel like you're dying haha

[User] Oh yes but it is not as bad and you cannot call it dying like in Cancer patient

[Assistant] Agreed, definitely not. I actually work in radiation oncology and see cancer every day at work.


[System] disgusted: I once ate a raw oyster and got food poisoning. I've never felt so gross.

[Assistant] Once I ate a raw oyster because my uncle offered me some and I contracted food poisoning. Things were coming out from both ends, so gross.

[User] Did you get sick afterwards

[Assistant] Extremely, but it passed after a day or so. Never consume raw shellfish, unless sushi because they properly prepare it

[User] i do not think sushi is that good too. The best option is to stop eating them in any form of food

[Assistant] You don't care for sushi that much?


[System] surprised: One time my friend played a prank on me where he acted dead. I came down stairs and there was a red substance on the ground near his head, but it was just ketchup!

[User] I recently had a prank played on me. My friend pretended to be dead and used ketchup as a prop!

[Assistant] Damn that sounds like a pretty good one! How did that turn out?

[User] I ended up being very upset at first and then laughed it off!

[Assistant] That's how all pranks should be!


[System] lonely: My boyfriend of five years and I broke up. I don't know what to do with my life.

[Assistant] My boyfriend of five years and I broke up. I don't know what to do with my life.

[User] I am so sorry to hear that. Is there any chance you might be able to reconcile???

[Assistant] I don't think so. He wants to join the military since his dad has passed away and I'm not sure if that's the lifestyle I want.

[User] Oh that's too bad. ): I don't want to overstep but I always like to encourage people to hold on to their love for each other no matter what trials come up.

[Assistant] I think we're going to try long distance while I finish up school (3 more years). But it's just scary thinking of it all.

[User] I think that's good! If you are meant to be together you'll feel it and it will work out I think, if you just keep your conviction and stick with it. Good luck with it!

[Assistant] We have dogs and chameleons together, so it's like we're already a little family haha

[User] Aw, that's sweet! I really am hoping y'all make it through this together. (:


[System] disappointed: I recently found out the girl I am very attracted to might not like me in the same way. This makes me sad because we get along incredibly well.

[User] I recently found out the girl I love may not feel the same way. This makes me sad.

[User] So sad,you can never force someone to love you. You will find the right person for you.

[User] I hope so. Maybe one day, but I am not so sure.

[User] Don't give up on love.It the best feeling ever to experience. Wish you well.


[System] hopeful: I recently felt hopeful towards my chances with a dating prospect. I hope that she likes me, and I think she is giving me more and more thought as time goes by.

[User] I feel pretty hopeful towards this woman that I really enjoy. I am trying to date her.

[User] Do you have a good chance with her. Have you talked to her about it?

[User] I think she has expressed interest in me in the past, but she recently moved, but she is not too far away. I might ask her on a date the next time I am around.

[User] That will be better. Talk to her before you lose her


[System] surprised: I knew my birthday was coming up but was shocked to find all my friends in the bar at the same time!

[User] I am very lucky, my friends are so great. What's the best birthday you have had?

[Assistant] Probably one where I got a limo with all my friends and went to this restaurant, it was great. What about yours, what makes your friends so great too?

[User] Wow, I am impressed! My friends just show me love and buy me tequila aha!

[Assistant] I wish my friends bought me alcohol, that would make for a hell of a night!

[User] For sure, maybe you need new friends!


[System] annoyed: I recently had an argument with my sister. The debate grew heated and we ended the conversation both very annoyed with one another.

[User] 5

[Assistant] hi are you there?

[User] I recently had an argument with my sister. It made us both very annoyed.

[Assistant] That must be hard I always wished I had a sister though I have a brother


[System] afraid: I recently heard what appeared to be gunshots on my street. I locked all my doors and closed my windows.

[User] I recently had a scary experience. I heard gunshots on my street.

[Assistant] Oh my! You must have been terrified! Did everything turn out ok?

[User] Everything turned out fine. I think somebody in the nearby neighborhoods may have been hurt, though.

[Assistant] That is not good at all. That is a very scary situation.


[System] content: Do you know the feeling of drinking hot cocoa on a cold winter's night?

[Assistant] Do you know the feeling of drinking a mug of hot cocoa with marshmallows on a cold winter's night?

[Assistant] I have not tried yet, but i feel like it would be enjoying and full of delight

[Assistant] Next time you get a cold front in your area you should try it. It's extremely relaxing and sleep-inducing haha

[Assistant] I live in a place where it only snows once in 10 years. So, i think i am passing on that

[Assistant] I live in Louisiana, so it's very rare that I get to enjoy it. I've had it maybe three or four times in my lifetime. It just left a lasting impression.


[System] grateful: I have been thinking that I really love my mother. She does her best to still provide for me to this day.

[User] I love my mom. She does her best to provide for me, even to this day.

[User] You are so lucky. Mums are the best. What do you do for her?

[User] I tell her I love her and also send her gifts from time to time. She doesn't live too close to me but I try.

[User] You should spend time with her whilst you can. My mum died and I wish I had been with her more.


[System] disappointed: I tried my best for an exam, I still failed!

[User] You know, that is tough, but it happens to the best of us. What went wrong?

[User] Nothing went wrong, we just have different lives in different places. I go visit every now and then.

[User] But you failed the exam? Did you revise?

[User] I did not revise. Sometimes exams are failed and things are not corrected.

[User] At least you know for next time eh?


[System] trusting: My mother recently helped me purchase a car. She knows a lot about the subject and helped a lot.

[User] My mom helped me buy a car. She's the best.

[Assistant] That is great that you have an awesome Mom!

[User] She's amazing. Do you love your mom?

[Assistant] Yes I do love my mom very much.


[System] sad: I recently found out that the girl of my dreams does not like me. I feel very sad about the whole ordeal.

[User] I think that the girl of my dreams likes somebody else. I feel very sad about it.

[User] ooh, am so sorry about that. Have you tried to talk to her?

[User] It's tough because she has been out of the country for a month, so I will likely discuss it when she returns.

[User] that will help you know her stand on your relationship


[System] lonely: I hate it when my husband goes away for work. There is no one else here but me.

[User] That sounds tough. What do you do/

[Assistant] well i am a mover so i have to bring heavy furniture up and down stairs.

[User] That sounds like hard work. I hope you are paid well.

[Assistant] it pays decent and feeds the kids so I can't complain.

[User] Fair enough. As long as you look after your back"


[System] hopeful: I recently felt hopeful about my chances to complete college. I have a great GPA and I see the light at the end of the tunnel.

[User] I have only a few more semesters in college. I feel very hopeful about my chances of finishing.

[Assistant] That's awesome. What are you majoring in?

[User] Environmental engineering! I enjoy it, but I wouldn't say it is my passion in life.

[Assistant] Sometimes it's good to have something you enjoy make money so you can pursue your passion without worrying about it.


[System] afraid: I watch so many scary movies that I haven't been able to sleep alone in years due to fear.

[Assistant] I watch so many scary movies that I haven't been able to sleep alone in years due to fear.

[User] That is such a bummer. Why did you keep watching them?

[Assistant] I honestly don't know. I've always been fascinated with them since being a little girl and that fascination has never gone away.

[User] I understand being fascinated by them they can be very intriguing. Maybe you should stop watching as many though.

[Assistant] I've been telling myself that for years, I just have no self control. What are your favorite kinds of movies?

[User] I like scary movies as well so I know how addicting they can be.

[Assistant] What is your favorite scary movie at the moment?

[User] It is actually "Scream."


[System] disgusted: Donald Trump was elected to the presidency. This makes me lose faith in humanity, to be quite honest.

[User] Donald Trump is now the president. It makes me feel bad about life.

[User] Oh yeah, Donald Trump is such a charlatan. He has some really shady history too. I'm actually a Christian and a conservative but I'm appalled that everyone on the "right" have fallen for this guy. He's so against what the real conservative values are supposed to be.

[User] I agree. I am glad real conservatives are in opposition to him, too.

[User] Yeah, I am sad about the whole left vs. right thing in general. Ultimately we should all be uniting against the corrupt people that are running amok in the government.


[System] excited: I recently got admitted into a Master's program for school. I will be attending the University of Florida.

[User] I am now going to be a master's student. I will got to he University of Florida

[User] awwww. congratulations. what is your major

[User] Environmental Engineering is my major. I enjoy it.

[User] lovely. thats really great. wishing you all the best


[System] faithful: I recently felt very faithful towards my lover. She is the best and loves me infinitely.

[User] I have been feeling very faithful these days. My lover treats me so well.

[Assistant] That is interesting, how does he buy you stuff or is he just really nice?

[User] He is really nice and provides for me well. He is also very sweet and very respectful.

[Assistant] I am happy for you wish I could find a nice lover like that.


[System] sentimental: Do you like to go through old family pictures?

[Assistant] Do you like to go through old family pictures?

[User] Yes, I think they offer a great bridge to the past. Do you?

[Assistant] Absolutely. I love to hear my mámá tell me stories from her childhood trapping nutria and trawling with her family.

[User] That's great. It sounds like a very good situation to be in.

[Assistant] I also love to look through the old scrapbooks my mom made when I was a baby and young child. I find it's so funny to see what you looked like as a child.


[System] jealous: I found out the woman I love likes another man. This makes me feel very hurt inside.

[User] I recently found out that the woman of my dreams like another. I am incredibly jealous of him.

[Assistant] :( I'm very sorry. Have you tried telling her how you feel? That could affect her decision.

[User] I have not told her as much as I need to. I am trying to build the courage.

[Assistant] I know it's hard to build the confidence needed to do something like that, but you don't want to keep them to yourself. If you really think she is the woman of your dreams then you have to try


[System] sentimental: I used to love university. it has been so long.

[User] How long?

[Assistant] I'm not quite following. Anything you want to tell me about?

[User] About what exactly?

[Assistant] Well did you have any story or anything that you had in mind that you wanted to tell me? I told you a story of mine before so you owe me haha.

[User] Now that is an interesting perspective!


[System] trusting: My mother recently took out a bunch of money on my behalf from the bank. I trust her so much!

[User] My mother recently went to the bank for me. I love her so much.

[User] That is really nice of her.  It is nice to have someone to help you do things sometimes.

[User] Nice people are the best. Empathy is something we all need more of!

[User] Yes.  Too many people these days are mean to one another!


[System] devastated: My father was recently put close to his death bed. Fortunately he is alive, but his recent health issues have been devastating.

[User] My father almost died. His recent health problems have been devastating.

[User] That's so sad, I hope you've gotten over it.

[User] It is tough, but I think I will make it.

[User] That's good, death is a natural part of life.


[System] jealous: A friend of mine recently bought a new Corvette. It makes me so jealous!

[User] My friend bought a new car. This makes me so jealous!

[Assistant] No,u don't have to be

[User] It makes me feel inferior. Hopefully I will get over it.

[Assistant] Yes,u will surely get over it


[System] caring: I very much like this new female friend of mine. I just want to give her all of my love.

[User] I recently met a new person that I am very fond of. I want to give her my love and care.

[Assistant] That is very special and I am so happy for you.

[User] I am very happy, too. Do you have someone special in your life?

[Assistant] Yes, married for 15 years and it is still great.


[System] grateful: I'm very appreciative of my family structure. They care about me a lot.

[User] My family is very loving. They care about me so much.

[Assistant] That's good to have a loving family.

[User] I agree. I hope you are also close to your family!

[Assistant] I am i love them very much. However we live on opposite parts of the country.


[System] guilty: I stole a Pokemon card from a friend when I was young. I feel guilty still.

[User] I stole my friend's Pokemon card when we were 7. I still feel guilty about it.

[Assistant] Wow, 7 years? You were really young then

[User] Yes

[Assistant] But did you tell your friend about it later?


[System] embarrassed: I once took a dive into the pool. I came up with no swim trunks.

[User] I one time lost my trunks in the pool! People saw me in a way I didn't want!

[User] Oh no! That must have been super embarrassing! How did you react to that?

[User] I covered my body and then went to the bathroom and got a towel!

[User] My goodness, well I guess that happens to all of us at least once.


[System] proud: I recently graduated from college. I feel great about my accomplishments.

[User] I recently graduated from college. I loved it and now I feel great about my life!

[User] That sounds fun, starting a new life is always great!

[User] I agree. I am thinking about moving to the West Coast of the USA.

[User] West Coast is fun, but it can be expensive.


[System] surprised: She told me she wasn't pregnant after the doctors visit. But then later that day while browsing a furniture store, I found a bookmark hanging on the ear of a wooden horse. It said our nicknames on it + baby!

[User] we went for a doctor visit because she was

[User] Because she was what?

[User] sorry lol. because she was "late". but she told me the result was negative, not pregnant. so then we went to a furniture store just to browse

[User] I think that is a good news for you both since you are not married

[User] well here's the thing. We are married. Been together 5 years. So as I'm walking around looking at stuff in this store, I notice a bookmark hanging off the ear of a wooden rocking horse!


[System] lonely: When my daughter went to university, and wife travelled abroad for work, I had the whole house to myself. I found the place became empty really quickly.

[User] Having the whole house to your self sometimes isn't as good as it may seem!

[User] I can imagine the loneliness someone can experience.

[User] My whole family is out the house for a few months. I'm going to be so bored with no one around...

[User] Get your self a friend to stay with for a couple of months.


[System] excited: I entered a competition to win a PS4. I was told I was in the last 3 to win!

[User] I have a huge chance to win a PS4!

[Assistant] Wow, please make it real.

[User] There's only 2 other people in the final round! Winning a PS4 will be awesome!

[Assistant] Wow, I belief u can make it.


[System] disappointed: I told my son to not eat any snacks before dinnertime. He raided the snack cupboard, eating all my favourite snacks, and he made a mess out of it.

[User] My son really needs to cut down on the amount of sugary snacks he has!

[User] Who is supplying these snacks?

[User] Well, my wife gets them on deals, so likes to hoard them in the cupboard.

[User] Sounds like a cupboad cleaning is necessary. If they ain't around, they can't be eaten.


[System] lonely: day four now since my wife went to visit her family. The house is too quiet now. I have started sleeping with the light on lol

[User] the house is very quiet now that she's been gone for four days visiting with her family

[Assistant] why did she go visiting?

[User] because she hasn't seen them in almost 2 years. Misses them

[Assistant] really? so she would have travelled with him


[System] embarrassed: I was on my way home from work, and a seagull threw up all over my suit in the middle of the train station! I was a total mess, so may people were watching!

[User] In the middle of the station, on my new suit, a seagull threw up on me!

[Assistant] That sounds horrible. You must've been mad.

[User] I was! I had to travel all the way home with a huge mess on me!

[Assistant] Where was this?

[User] Paddington Train Station.


[System] jealous: I always give my best at work, and I'm turning a bit old these days. I was passed over for promotion, by someone new and much younger than me. I should have got that job instead!

[User] I can't believe someone half my age got promoted instead of me!

[Assistant] Well,it can happen like that atimes

[User] Have you ever missed out on a promotion?

[Assistant] Yes,it really hurts


[System] sad: I went to my mother in laws funeral last Sunday. My wife was very tearful, and needed to have her family around her in the difficult moment.

[User] My wife cried quite a lot at her mothers funeral. They had a very close bond.

[User] am sorry to hear that. what happened to the mother

[User] Unfortunately she passed away, hence the funeral.

[User] soryy, may she rest in peace, please try comfort your wife


[System] confident: I applied for a really high paying job last week. I am over qualified, so this should be easy, and I should get the job without any effort.

[User] Getting this new job should be easy. I am easily the best person that applied.

[Assistant] Damn, very confident huh? What job did you apply for?

[User] CEO of Apple. I figured they need a Steve 2.0 to take them forward!

[Assistant] Oh wow, that outta pay very well.


[System] faithful: even though I felt she wasn't in love with me any more after five years of marriage, I still remained faithful until the end

[User] ok, so after 5 years and the baby, there was disconnect. Things like not sleeping at the same times, not even hardly talking. Just avoiding each other really

[User] Oh boy that is the worst, so frustrating! Has there been any change since?

[User] plenty lol. kicked them out long time ago. now with new wife of 5 years haha. but point is, i never cheated even during those 8 months of feeling alone, heck, BEING alone

[User] Hahaha you put the hammer down good for you bro. How are things with the new wife going?

[User] as bill & ted would say: Excellent! {guitar}

[User] You remember that show hahaha totally my twin. I'm glad for you bro. Good luck to you!


[System] furious: I can't believe my son took my car without asking me! I missed an important job interview because I couldn't drive!

[User] My son is such a rascal! He took my car for a joy ride!

[Assistant] Oh my god! How old is he?

[User] He's only 13! I didn't even think he had that in him!

[Assistant] You really need to let him know not to do that again, he could've really gotten himself and others hurt!


[System] jealous: I can't believe my brother is dating a super model. She should be dating me instead, I'm much more interesting!

[User] My brother...Dating an A list supermodel... I don't know what to think!

[Assistant] Really? What makes them A list?

[User] He's dating Kylie Jenner. Have you heard of her?

[Assistant] Yeah I have lol. What's your brothers name?

[User] Justin Beiber.


[System] disappointed: I can't believe I didn't fit into my old wedding dress. The years haven't been kind, and I need to start making changes.

[User] Have anything to tell me about?

[Assistant] Not being able to fit into an old wedding dress, is one of a womans worst nightmare.

[User] Oh wow, I can imagine. How old was it?

[Assistant] The dress was a few years old, I couldnt believe it didnt fit.

[User] That's rough, but I'm sure you can get past that.


[System] furious: I ordered a medium latte, no sugar from starbucks. They completely got my order wrong, it was green and frozen!

[User] Starbucks always get's my order wrong!

[User] I like Starbucks. But they're a little expensive for me to go there often.

[User] They definitely are expensive. What's your favourite drink to get?

[User] A latte.


[System] proud: My son finally graduated from Harvard. He's worked so hard for this his entire life.

[User] I'm so happy for my son, went to his graduation from Harvard last week.

[Assistant] Wao,thats great,congrats!

[User] Thank you! Looks like there's going to be another Doctor in the family!

[Assistant] Thats good to know,keep it up


[System] devastated: I was carrying a large pizza from my favourite pizza place. Almost at the door home, just taking the keys out of my pocket. And then the delicious pizza fell out of the box and all onto the floor!!!

[User] My pizza I bought fell all over the floor on my way home!

[Assistant] Wow, that will be so devastating for you

[User] The pizza was from my favourite pizza shop as well! Quite the sad moment.

[Assistant] So, how did you now do it

[User] I was getting keys out of my pocket, and then WHAM, right on the floor. The pineapple slices were the first to fall on the floor.


[System] angry: I ordered a Big Mac no lettuce from Mcdonalds. They gave me so much lettuce! I sent the order back 5 times, before I finally just walked out and took my money elsewhere!

[User] Why does McDonalds always get my order wrong! I said no lettuce!

[Assistant] Report to their management

[User] Sometimes I think the management don't even care!

[Assistant] Just give it a trial


[System] guilty: My wife baked a huge bunch of cookies for a charity bake sale. I felt so bad eating so many, but they were so good.

[User] I ate so much of my wife's cookies, but she shouldn't make them so irresistible.

[User] Haha, how did she feel when she found out?

[User] She made me pay twice what they would have sold for at the bake sale. The cookies were for charity, you see.

[User] Oh no! Those cookies sure do sound delicious though.


[System] disgusted: On my way home from work, I stepped in a huge pile of dog mess. In my brand new gucci shoes, which were so expensive!

[User] Just my luck I step into a huge pile of dog mess...

[Assistant] Dang, I hated that. At least it's not cow poop, that's worst.

[User] That is true, cow poop is much worst! But I was wearing brand new Gucci flip flops!

[Assistant] Oh man, you gotta super clean it, have the professionals do it even


[System] prepared: When I make my world famous chicken and rice, I like to cut up all the ingredients into small containers. Then I follow the cooking instructions down to a second. Makes the best rice, everytime.

[User] The key to making good chicken and rice, is following the recipe precisely

[Assistant] How do you make it?

[User] You've got to cut up all the ingredients, and put it in small containers, before finally cooking all at once.

[Assistant] Good to know.  I will do it like it next time.


[System] joyful: when I saw the ultrasound and knew it was a boy! It was very funny and made me happy

[User] we asked the doc to put the ultrasound in an envelope so we could record our reaction to the gender reveal. I was very happy when I finally saw it!

[User] Congrats! What gender did your child end up being?

[User] thanks. no mistake about it, it's a boy! lol. Takes after his father ;)

[User] That's great my man! I can't wait for my first son. So far 6 daughters :(

[User] Holy Moses!! don't quit trying :)


[System] disappointed: I can't believe my son failed his exams. He spent too much time playing football, and not enough time studying.

[User] My son failed his exams! Can you believe it! I don't know what to do!

[User] don't panic, and don't be harsh on the kid. perhaps spend time going over the subject together? or maybe he's having other trouble that's affecting his studies

[User] He spent all his time playing football instead of studying! I warned him about this!

[User] it's better to do what you're passionate about. do that and success follows


[System] faithful: I prayed, and prayed for weeks that I would do good in a test. Luckily God answered my prayers, and I passed!

[User] Without prayer, I don't know if I would have passed that important test!

[Assistant] That's cool.  For what class

[User] It was a test in Numeracy, so counting 1 - 100. I've always found that difficult, but god made it possible!

[Assistant] God works in mysterious ways


[System] impressed: I saw a blind man play guitar very well and was very impressed

[User] Hey! I saw a blind man play a guitar once. Was so surreal and I was so impressed

[User] wow. I would be too. I love guitar, it's my favorite musical instrument. I wonder if he was born blind

[User] Yea. I think he was. His story was crazy too. He is an orphan

[User] just goes to show that people can be amazing. Just never give up, persistence is the key


[System] apprehensive: on the way to the airport the other day the car broke down. didn't know if was going to make it to the flight

[User] we were 20 mins from the airport and the car broke down, overheated and would not start !

[User] oh no! that sounds annoying. Did you end up getting help?

[User] had to hitch hike. made it on time for check in though. now the cars been in the shop 4 days, no progress. kinda getting worried about it

[User] that sounds terrible! I hope everything gets sorted! Be positive


[System] joyful: My wife after a 6 hour labour just gave birth to our first boy! I'm going to name him after me, he looks just like me!

[User] My son was just born, my first boy after 11 girls!

[User] Thats amazing, congratulations. 12 Kids your amazing.

[User] It's easier if you had 12 different baby mamas, that's my trick anyway. This last labour was 6 hours long!

[User] Haha, your a player.


[System] afraid: I was walking around my mansion at night one cold day in October. I then heard spooky sounds, and saw the ghost of Michael Jackson.

[User] Some times at night, I can hear some shouting "AHHHHHHH", "HEE HEE".

[Assistant] That's creepy. What do you think they were, hyenas?

[User] No, the spooky thing is... I think it's the ghost of Michael Jackson. I even saw him dancing to Billie Jean.

[Assistant] Must have been quite a sight.


[System] guilty: I was on a bank robbing spree with my best friend. He got caught with half the cash, and is currently doing 30 years. I managed to escape to the Bahamas, and sometimes I still think about him.

[User] My best friend is doing 30 years in prison. I miss my good friend.

[Assistant] Oh,will u be going to pay him a visit?

[User] I can't visit him. I've had to flee the country. We were robbing banks together, and he got caught with half the cash. I'm currently in the Bahamas.

[Assistant] Hope u will not indulge in such act like theft again?


[System] proud: My son got his first professional contract with a football team. He worked so hard, and really deserves it.

[User] My son worked for many years to be a footballer, he finally signed a pro contract!

[Assistant] Wow, that is a great news

[User] He's just joined Juventus. Can't be more happy for the lad.

[Assistant] Wow, that is a really good club


[System] prepared: expecting a baby boy. it has taken 3 months of saving but I did and now I feel much more prepared for him

[User] 4 months later he will be here. It has taken me around 3 months to save up enough money to be ready for him when he's born

[User] Is this your first son?

[User] yes it is. I am very happy

[User] Awesome! Any daughters? What will be your sons name?

[User] only child for now. name is RAIDEN (god of thunder) :D


[System] terrified: I was walking home from work one day. Then this huge bat came out of nowhere, and chased me for a whole hour!

[User] On my way home from work, a massive bat chased me!

[User] holy Moses! I hate them things. Flying rats is what they are.

[User] I know! This one was absolutely huge, almost human sized. Chased me for a whole hour. The more I think about it, it might have been the batman! I shouldn't have stolen those diamonds!

[User] lol. don't do the crime if can't face the Bat ;)


[System] grateful: I am grateful to Jesus for saving me from certain doom. I will keep my promises to him!

[User] Every day I thank God for my blessings. I'd be in hole right now if it weren't for HIM

[User] Praise God man! He really is amazing and we should always be grateful for we have

[User] especially since he takes care of us even though don't deserve it

[User] amen! so true. Its especially awesome when He picks us up in every fall. His love never fails


[System] ashamed: During an important school event, my shorts fell down when I was running and my whole team was counting on me

[User] Once during an important school sporting event, my entire sports team was counting on me but mid-way through my event, my shorts fell down and I tripped

[User] for real? that must've been embarrassing. Sorry to hear about that

[User] yea! it was! I thought everyone would be annoyed at me but the next day when I went back to school, everyone just made it a joke so its alright. This was about 5-6 years ago now haha

[User] well that's good and bad. hopefully the joke didn't carry on too long


[System] nostalgic: right now I am listening to songs on youtube. Tupac. takes me back!

[User] I love youtube. been listening to all my classic tracks. Tupac forever

[Assistant] I love me some Tupac. Real talk.

[User] I started out with one hit wonders but ended up at Pac. I miss my youth lol

[Assistant] Me too. I always end up on the 90s hip hop station on Pandora.


[System] sad: When my dog died when I was younger.

[User] When I was younger, my dog died. He was getting up there in age, but he was still on the young side. Later, we heard the pet food we had been feeding him had been recalled because of similiar fatalities.

[Assistant] Sorry to hear that. Did someone do anything against the company selling the food?

[User] No, they just had a recall. Apparently they didn't clean out their machines properly when making the food, so it got contaminated.

[Assistant] Someone should have sued them.


[System] content: Seeing the less fortunate and people who have nothing, makes me so grateful and content with the life I live

[User] Seeing people who have less than me just makes me so grateful for the blessings I have been given

[Assistant] Oh yes, at least, you will be in a position to help them in return

[User] absolutely! Always give to people who have less than myself :)

[Assistant] That is good. You have a good heart


[System] anxious: for a long time I wasn't sure what would happen. But almost 2 years on and no sign of them

[User] hiding for almost 2 years but I'm still not over my paranoia that one day I will have to pay for what I did. Don't ask what it was

[Assistant] You must feel awful,  Why don't you come clean, maybe you will feel better.

[User] no way. I just pray she can forgive me. I could never admit to this sin. Jesus save me

[Assistant] Yes Jesus can save you if you ask him.  He always forgive.


[System] angry: When I was younger, this little kid was going around tripped other kids and being a jerk in general. He was picking on kids smaller than him, which really annoyed me. So, I tripped him with a hoola hoop.

[User] When I was a kid, I went to this group with other kids my age, it was in a big gym. There were kids of different ages, and one of the kids (8 years old or so) was picking on the littler kids. So, when he had his back turned, I looped him with a hoola hoop and tripped him so he fell flat on his face.

[Assistant] He deserved that, I think.

[User] Yeah, I was pretty amazed in the moment, he was flat as a board in mid air before he landed flat on his face. I had to watch for a moment in awe, before I realized he was getting up and I was about to get smacked. So, I ran towards where the parents were seated, stopped when I turned the corner, and walked calmly over to my mom, taking a seat on her lap. I looked innocent as could be as the mean kid came around the corner, and I forced myself to sit still so that when he smacked me in the face with the hoola hoop, I looked like a helpless victim.

[Assistant] Wow, interesting.


[System] furious: she got a job and a new car then suddenly I became unimportant. She would stay out until 3am with her new friend from work

[User] after she got her 1st job and new car, she started doing girls night out. Out until 3am one morning. I checked her chat history and sure enough she had kissed another guy >:(

[Assistant] Wow, you must have felt jealous

[User] jealous isn't the one I felt. I wanted to rip her apart lol

[Assistant] Hahahaa, its not easy though, I would have done same