[System] embarrassed: I split my pants while bending over at work.  I felt so humiliated.

[User] I split my pants while bending over at work.

[User] oooh, sorry, that must have been embarrassing

[User] Yes, I felt so humiliated.

[User] take it easy, did you find your way out?


[System] sad: My favorite pizza place closed down last week and I am still bummed out about it.

[User] My favorite pizza place closed down late last week.

[Assistant] Oh no! Was it a small local place?

[User] Yes, it sure was. Made GREAT pizza. I miss them already...

[Assistant] That's too bad, small places are usually hidden gems for food


[System] embarrassed: One time I tripped over nothing and landed on my face

[Assistant] One time I tripped over nothing and landed on my face

[User] Ouch. I actually have done that before too though...

[Assistant] I'm so clumsy, my balance is just terrible sometimes

[User] It's embarrassing in the moment, but I think there are more clumsy people all around us.


[System] annoyed: We have a camping site booked and I got everything packed up. My family won't get out of bed so we can get going. I hate waiting.

[User] We have a camping site booked and I got everything packed up. My family won't get out of bed so we can get going. I hate waiting.

[Assistant] jeez that sucks

[User] yeah, I spend half my life waiting for my family.

[Assistant] what time is the trip

[User] We could leave anytime. I'm an early riser. Do you get up early?


[System] sad: when my grandpa died i couldnt take it

[Assistant] when my grandpa died i was so sad, i did not know if i could move on

[User] Oh, that is just awful. Losing someone is so hard.

[Assistant] i could not believe it

[User] Was he ill or was it sudden? Either way, it's still painful.


[System] apprehensive: I was driving in a sketchy part of town to drop a computer off to a friend, and I did not feel safe at all. I was scared I was going to be carjacked

[User] I was driving in a sketchy part of town to drop a computer off to a friend, and I did not feel safe at all

[User] That sounds scary. What made you feel unsafe?

[User] It was very run-down and it was dark out (plus low speed)

[User] I would have probably felt the same way as you. How did everything turn out?


[System] excited: I am going to a concert later tonight.  I can't wait to go.

[User] I am going to a concert later tonight.

[User] Awesome! Have you been looking forward to it?

[User] Yes!  I can't wait to go!

[User] Great! I hope you have fun and remember it for a long time

[User] Thank you for the kind words!


[System] afraid: My hamster got out of its cage and I haven't been able to find him. I hope he's ok and hasn't gotten hurt

[User] My hamster got out of its cage and I haven't been able to find him

[User] I'm sorry.  I hope you find it.

[User] So do I. I hope he's not hurt somewhere

[User] Where do you think it can be?


[System] angry: The traffic was so bad this morning.  It just makes me so mad.

[User] The traffic was so bad this morning.

[Assistant] Oh no that sounds frustrating! I get road rage!

[User] It just makes me so mad!

[Assistant] Yes! Whats even worse is when other people don't pay attention in bad traffic!


[System] impressed: I visited an old friend the other day who lives about an hour away from me in another town, and her 10 year son has this new puppy they got. He was showing me all things he had taught this puppy to do in the last week of having him. The dog could already shake, lay down, sit, roll over, run in a circle, jump, and sit still when a treat was put on his nose until you tell him okay. I was flabbergasted that he taught the dog all of this!

[Assistant] I visited an old friend the other day who lives about an hour away from me in another town, and her 10 year son has this new puppy they got. He was showing me all things he had taught this puppy to do in the last week of having him. The dog could already shake, lay down, sit, roll over, run in a circle, jump, and sit still when a treat was put on his nose until you tell him okay.

[User] Wow, that is impressive!

[Assistant] I know! The puppy is a 12 week old Schnauzer, I guess they are super smart!

[User] I wish your friend could teach my dog a few tricks!


[System] grateful: Had a little bit of a hospital stay to have routine surgery. A co-worker came to visit me while I was there, which surprised me. Kinda nice to see something unexpected like that, for people to show they care.

[Assistant] Had a little bit of a hospital stay to have routine surgery. A co-worker came to visit me while I was there, which surprised me. Kinda nice to see something unexpected like that, for people to show they care.

[Assistant] It's good to hear! Are you alright now?

[Assistant] I am! I'm back in civilization. It was just minor surgery but they had to keep me for a couple of days to make sure things went okay. Thank you for asking.

[Assistant] Fine. Have a joyful life ahead!


[System] disappointed: I expected a hike in my package. But I didn't get it. It makes me sad.

[Assistant] I expected a hike in my package.

[Assistant] A hike in your package? I'm sorry, I don't follow. As in how long it would take to get there to you?

[Assistant] Sorry , I mean my salary. But I didn't get it this time.

[Assistant] Ohh.. I see! I'm sorry to hear that. I've never had the personal experience of having to do so, but sometimes people really have to argue and advocate for themselves to get the things they feel they've earned and deserved, like a salary raise. I hope in the future you can do that so that you can feel like you're getting what you've earned.


[System] disgusted: Yesterday I saw a guy not wash his hands after using the restroom.  It was really gross behavior.

[User] Yesterday I saw a guy leave the bathroom without washing his hands.

[Assistant] That sounds like it would be pretty gross.

[User] It was really gross behavior.

[Assistant] Definitely, I'm not a super clean person but that's a bit far.


[System] excited: When I got to quit my terrible customer service job. It was so uncertain until the very last moment. When I finally did, it was the happiest I had felt in a while.

[Assistant] I got to quit my terrible job a few weeks ago.

[User] That must be a relief.

[Assistant] It was very much so. I put up with them for a year, terrible pay, constantly changing rules. They said they were going to promote me but didnt

[User] I hope you get a fresh start elsewhere!


[System] sentimental: going through my childrens old clothes

[Assistant] I went thru my childrens old clothes the other day and its hard to believe they are grown up now.

[Assistant] Oh I understand, mine is only 2 1/2 right now but I feel that way too when going through his preemie clothes. You probably feel it much more if they are grown though.

[Assistant] I think we probably feel it about the same! It was a nice memory to come across tho.

[Assistant] Yes! Do you keep your favorite things of theirs? I always keep my favorite outfits of his and donate the rest!


[System] anxious: I was going through some boxes in my moms storage unit looking for something the other day and came across a bunch of my great great grandmas momento boxes. We looked inside them and found some super weird stuff, like a ponytail full of my grandmas grandmas hair! I was so weirded out!

[Assistant] I was going through some boxes in my moms storage unit looking for something the other day and came across a bunch of my great great grandmas momento boxes. We looked inside them and found some super weird stuff, like a ponytail full of my grandmas grandmas hair! I was so weirded out!

[Assistant] What a beautiful memory tho to have! Yeah a little weird but a little cool too!

[Assistant] I suppose, it was in a plastic bag, and we were so surprised to see that it was the same color as my hair and my moms. I just felt kinda nervous around stuff that dead relatives had, like their hair.. lol

[Assistant] ha ha i understand its creepy but then again my mother kept her mothers glass eyeball so i guess nothing would surprise me anymore!


[System] ashamed: I failed to pass my exam. It makes me feel bad.

[Assistant] I failed to pass in my exam.

[User] Oh no! What kind of exam was it?

[Assistant] It's university final exam. It makes me sad.

[User] I bet! What are you going to school for?


[System] anxious: I sent off a difficult email today and a bit worried about the response.

[User] I sent off a difficult email today and a bit worried about the response.

[Assistant] Oh, don't worry. You'll get good response. What was the email about?

[User] It was a personal email about some tough life things. They do better if I email versus face to face. I am very anxious about the response as they have a temper.

[Assistant] Hope! you'll get a good reply!


[System] disappointed: Sad that my partner is not making as much progress as he should be.

[User] Sad that my partner is not making as much progress as he should be.

[Assistant] In his work? or life?

[User] In his life yes. He is going to counseling but nothing is changing and it's been a month.

[Assistant] Give him some time. I'm in counseling and it's taken about a month for it to really help.


[System] content: Moving my grandmother to an assisted living facility from her independent life has been such a transition for the whole family. Seniors can be stubborn and its been stressful to help her feel at home there and not hate it. Yesterday after visiting her however, she actually is looking more happy to be there finally.

[Assistant] Moving my grandmother to an assisted living facility from her independent life has been such a transition for the whole family. Seniors can be stubborn and its been stressful to help her feel at home there and not hate it. Yesterday after visiting her however, she actually is looking more happy to be there finally.

[Assistant] Thats good to hear. Being independent  all your life and then being cared for all the time can be a hard transition

[Assistant] Yes, before that all the time we spent with her was filled with caring for her basic needs instead of doing enjoyable leisure activities with her.

[Assistant] Hopefully this will work out well for everyone involved.


[System] embarrassed: I woke up late and was running late for work. I didn't have time to put my contacts in. I had to wear my broken glasses.

[Assistant] I was running late for work because I woke up late.

[User] Oh I hate when that happens. Did you make it on time?

[Assistant] I made it on time, but didn't have time to pit my contacts in so I had to wear my ugly broken glasses

[User] That sucks. Why did you wake up late?


[System] surprised: On my 21st birthday my friends threw me a surprise party. A lot of friends from out of town showed up and I was really surprised.

[User] For my 21st birthday my friends threw me a surprise party. Friends that I hadn't seen in years showed up, it was great.

[Assistant] That sounds so fun. What great friends!

[User] Yea I was so shocked, they really came through for me. They are great people!

[Assistant] I am sure it was a great time!


[System] confident: i have lost a few pounds, i can walk around with that shirt that fits me now

[Assistant] I have tried long and hard to lose a few pounds and i finally did, now i can wear that shirt that i use to wear and it fits me now. yayy

[Assistant] Losing weight is the best feeling. I did that a couple of summers ago.. It's one of those few things where you can visibly see yourself getting better, and there's not much that gives you as much pride as that. Congratulations!

[Assistant] Thank you, i am getting older so living a healthy lifestyle is also in my best interest.

[Assistant] I was proud of my mom when she started focusing more on her weight, too, just because of what you said--she's getting older. I wish she could live to 150, so anything that helps her live longer, makes me really happy. Good for you for making that choice sooner rather than later.


[System] terrified: My parents didn't save enough for retirement, and now that they're retirement age, they're struggling a little. I'm still in college and am not able to really help them. I'm worried about how they'll survive financially, and I feel guilty about not being able to offer much.

[Assistant] My parents didn't save enough for retirement, and now that they're retirement age, they're struggling a little. I'm still in college and am not able to really help them. I'm worried about how they'll survive financially, and I feel guilty about not being able to offer much.

[Assistant] There is always social security and part time jobs, that seems to be the norm these days. A lot of old people do not have enough saved

[Assistant] Yeah, it's a growing problem and I think it's only going to get worse. My dad isn't in the best health, and is on a lot of medications, so that kind of hinders them a bit, too. I just wish they could actually relax and enjoy retirement like they deserve, instead of having to worry.

[Assistant] I understand and i seriously think finance should be taught in school at a young age but the banks do not want that and will fight to keep that class out of schools


[System] angry: Went to a fast food place, and they messed up my order. I even repeated it twice, and had them double-check with me again after that! I know they're under a lot of pressure and work hard, but why is order accuracy so hard...

[Assistant] Went to a fast food place, and they messed up my order. I even repeated it twice, and had them double-check with me again after that! I know they're under a lot of pressure and work hard, but why is order accuracy so hard...

[User] What place did you go to?

[Assistant] Oh, it doesn't really matter, but it was just McDonald's. Funny enough, they have those new self-order kiosk things, and when I do it on there, it almost always comes out right, since I'm doing it myself. Unfortunately, you can only do that inside :(

[User] That makes sense, but yeah, human error is a very real thing, which is why self driving cars would probably be an improvement

[Assistant] Hah.. that's a very interesting point


[System] lonely:  Before I met my girlfriend and friends I was very alone, that was not a fun time

[User] Before I met my girlfriend and friends I was very alone, that was not a fun time

[Assistant] Glad to hear your life took a turn. It's always weird, and even sometimes funny, to look back on your life to see where you came from, and how different and sometimes worse things were

[User] That is for sure, it was not in a great place, but with some hard work, you can always improve

[Assistant] Well, it's always so annoying in the beginning, when you know you have to change, but to see how much work there is to do in order to reach that change. It's hard for people to break things up into smaller pieces so it's not so daunting. But congratulations to you for reaching a happier place


[System] surprised: I got a lottery ticket while I was at work today. I won $100 on the scratch off. I was shocked. I never win.

[Assistant] I won $100 on a scratch off today. I was shocked. I never win.

[Assistant] Wow! How often do you play the lottery?

[Assistant] I usually go on our Tuesday break to buy one with coworkers.

[Assistant] Neat! Well that is a fantastic feat. Maybe you can win again sometime?


[System] excited: I was thrilled to have the opportunity to attend a concert by 91-year old Tony Bennett last April.

[Assistant] Yes Tony Bennett sounded great at the concert in April. His rendition of "How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" was especially good.

[Assistant] That is awesome. How was the rest of the show?

[Assistant] It was fantastic! He belted out every song with power! Sounded very good for his age. He did "Fly Me to The Moon" without a mic at the end!

[Assistant] Whoa that sounds incredible. You are very lucky to have witnessed that.

[Assistant] Yes! It was an experience of a lifetime! He still has concerts scheduled for later this year as well!


[System] lonely: Super sad this past weekend without my significant other. But he is getting help and he needs it so I have to tough it out.

[User] Super sad this past weekend without my significant other.

[User] Did they go away or did you break up?

[User] No not really break up. He is away getting help and he needs it so I have to tough it out.

[User] Well, remember that he is doing something healthy for himself and that should make your relationship stronger in the end.

[User] I do! it is hard but that is why I am willing to do through it.


[System] caring: My son is sick so I am taking him some soup.

[User] My son is sick so I am taking him some soup.

[User] Good mom, or dad?

[User] Mom, I enjoy being able to do little things for my kids like that to show them I care no matter how old they get.

[User] I hear you :) My mom is like that. It means you're a great nurturer.

[User] Thanks for that compliment!


[System] afraid: Yesterday I came across a huge snake in my back yard!

[User] Yesterday I came across a huge snake in my back yard!

[User] Oh man! Was it poisonous?

[User] I think it was. I was too freaked out. Just ran inside.

[User] Hmm, what state do you live in? Although I am in Michigan and we have poisonous ones here too. I didn't even realize in MID michigan we did until I almost stepped on one..I had a panic attack too lol

[User] I'm in Tennessee. Yeah, I would have a panic attack as well! That's a scary situation!

[User] Oh man..TN has water mocassins I think- Be careful!


[System] lonely: It is a rough day, I am alone a lot.

[User] It is a rough day, I am alone a lot lately.

[User] Ah I'm sorry to hear that. Were you really busy today then?

[User] Oh yes I am normally busy but those pangs of loneliness hit. I hate them!

[User] Oh yeah I know it. I have to work remote sometimes and, depending on the mood, loneliness hits hard.


[System] prepared: The mosquitos where I live seemed to be getting really bad! When sitting by the fire at night we get so eaten up even with bug spray and candles! So for this last time we did a fire I bought these two blue lantern things that attract the mosquitoes and zap them to death! Let me tell you, those mosquitoes didn't stand a chance, and no bug spray needed!

[Assistant] The mosquitos where I live seemed to be getting really bad! When sitting by the fire at night we get so eaten up even with bug spray and candles! So for this last time we did a fire I bought these two blue lantern things that attract the mosquitoes and zap them to death! Let me tell you, those mosquitoes didn't stand a chance, and no bug spray needed!

[User] Those sound super effective. I wish I had some of them here,  I have never seen mosquitoes as bad as they are this year.

[Assistant] Yes! You can order them online from large retailers! It is a must have if you spend a good amount of time outdoors in mosquito prone areas!

[User] I will have to look into those, they sound like a really good investment.


[System] disgusted: Neighbor threw their trash all over their yard.

[User] My neighbor threw their nasty trash all over their yard and won't clean it up! It's sooo gross!

[Assistant] Oh, that's disgusting! Have you tried to talk to them about it?

[User] I did and they are crazy or something, they told me that I deserve to smell and see it!

[Assistant] Oh my god! I would contact your city or DHEC. I bet if they started to get fined they would clean it up!

[User] Thank you, I didn't realize I could to that!


[System] prepared: I am excited for the new super smash bros game coming out for the switch soon

[User] I am excited for the new super smash bros game coming out for the switch soon

[Assistant] Ive wanted to play the switch for so long long, I have heard such good things about it.  do you like it?

[User] I love how portable it is, I have played so many hours I would not have had time for otherwise, and the games are fantastic

[Assistant] I think that is my problem with games, I dont have the time


[System] devastated: after the entire semester of hard work, I found out that I failed the semester.

[Assistant] I worked hard the entire smesetr only yo fail again!

[User] What did you fail at exactly?

[Assistant] stuoid math class, I try so hard and always have nothing to show for it.

[User] I am sorry to hear that, I hope you are able to succeed eventually!