[System] sentimental: I heard a song that I hadn't heard in awhile. It reminded me of my high school days.

[User] I heard a song that I hadn't heard in awhile. It reminded me of my high school days

[User] Oh how sweet, high school days is always fun

[User] Yes, it had me feeling nostalgic about the times when I was young.

[User] Yes it does happen


[System] devastated: My father passed away when I was 33 years old.

[User] My dad dies when I was 33 years old.

[User] am sorry to hear that, may he rest in peace

[User] Thank you. I was crushed, and it left me with questions about my own mortality.

[User] I hope you getting better now


[System] caring: My mother fell and injured herself. I wanted help and comfort her in any way possible.

[User] My mother fell and injured herself. I wanted help and comfort her in any way possible.

[Assistant] Oh no! I'm sorry. Is she going to be ok?

[User] Yes, but bhe bruised her wrist, and had a concussion. I wish that I was there for her when it happened.

[Assistant] Oh man. Don't feel guilty accidents happen. Hopefully she recovers quickly.


[System] content: I had a nice meal and my favorite beverage after work.

[User] I had a nice meal and my favorite beverage after work

[User] Thats great what is your favorite meal?

[User] It was a skirt steak with avocados. I was very satisfied.

[User] That sounds so good i love steaks


[System] apprehensive: I started a new job. I was worried about proving myself all over again.

[User] When I started a new job. I was nervous about proving myself all over again.

[User] It can been nerve-wracking to start a new job. But I'm sure you did well, right?

[User] I did, but I find it hard to trust people. Especially at work.

[User] It's wise to be careful but suspecting people all the time may not be healthy. You need to build a good relationship with your new co-workers.


[System] guilty: I am trying to stop drinking soda and I have prayed and asked God to help me with this. The problem is that I am addicted to soda so I am finding it hard to quit. This causes feelings of guilt.

[User] I am trying to quit drinking soda and I have prayed to God and asked Him to help me. The problem is I am addicted to soda and Its very hard to quit. When I do manage to skip a day, the lack of caffeine causes horrible headaches.

[Assistant] I know exactly how you feel. I have a crazy addiction to soda.  I don't think I can quit!

[User] It just makes me feel bad, that no matter how many times I try, I still give in to the temptation.

[Assistant] Maybe try to slowly quit? Like just drink one less a day

[User] Yeah, I think that's what I will have to do. Thanks for the advice.


[System] anticipating: I went on a job interview. I'm waiting to hear if I got the job.

[User] I went on a job interview. I'm anxiously waiting to hear if I got the job.

[Assistant] When will you find out?

[User] I still need wait another week.

[Assistant] Oh the wait is terrible.  What type of job?

[User] A drafter.


[System] angry: I just found a bunch of random toys in the catch of the sink of my kids bathroom. There going to have some explaining to do when they get home.

[Assistant] I just went to clean my kids sink a few minutes ago. I found a bunch of toys in the catch and I am mad.

[User] Oh no! That is not good! Hopefully you were able to get them out.

[Assistant] Yeah, all the toys are out. But, they got some explaining to do after school.

[User] LOL! I'm sure. Don't be too rough on them.


[System] ashamed: The other day I ate a large amount of Shepard's pie. It was at night right before I went to bed.

[Assistant] I couldn't sleep last night. I ended up staying up till 2am and eating a large amount of Shepard's pie.

[Assistant] Why couldn't you sleep?

[Assistant] Combination of stress and new meds I think. Maybe I can get back to my old scheduled soon.

[Assistant] I hope so! Why are you stressed?


[System] jealous: I saw my crush talking to someone else.

[User] I saw my crush talking to another guy.

[User] Oh, that sounds uncomfortable. How did you play it?

[User] I was a little upset, but it wasn't my business. I let it go.

[User] I respect that, I think it shows character and honor. I'm hoping something rewarding comes your way.


[System] apprehensive: The other day I seen a guy tweaked out on drugs at the grocery store. He seemed a little unpredictable, so I used the other door to enter the store.

[Assistant] When I went to the store the other day, I seen a guy all tweaked out on drugs.

[User] Oh geez, thats not good.  Was he bothering anyone?

[Assistant] No, but he seemed a little unpredictable, so I used the other door.

[User] I dont blame you.  I probably would have done the same thing.


[System] joyful: Holding each of my children for the first time was amazing. I can't think of anything else that produces the type of feelings that it produces.

[User] Holding each of my children for the first time was amazing.

[Assistant] I remember that feeling with my daughter, it is indescribable.

[User] Yes!! I can't think of any thing else that produces feelings like that.

[Assistant] There is nothing to compare it to. I wish I hadn't been waking from anesthesia in that moment so I could have been more awake.


[System] ashamed: A couple years ago I forgot my grandmother's birthday. I felt so bad about it.

[User] I forgot about my grandmother's birthday a couple years back. I felt so bad about it!

[User] Oh no! It happens to the best of us :) Have you talked to her about it when you remembered?

[User] Absolutely! I called her the next day and made sure to visit her. :)

[User] Awww I'm sure she completely understood and really appreciated you reaching out and going to visit her!

[User] She did. :) It ended up being a good visit anyway!


[System] sentimental: I found my old paintball gun at my dads house a while ago. It brought back such fond memories, that I decided to go play!

[Assistant] I was digging around in some of my old stuff at my dads the other day, and I found all my old paintball gear.

[User] Oh, how cool! Dd you and your dad play together?

[Assistant] No, just me. But, I am going to go play this weekend at a place up the road. It's been years since I've played.

[User] That's great. It'll be wonderful to relive those happy moments in the present maybe with your family.


[System] apprehensive: Last summer I went skydiving with my partner. I was scared to death!

[User] I went skydiving last summer with my partner. It was so scary!

[Assistant] Wow, that is scary. Were you nervous?

[User] Absolutely! I've always been scared of heights, but I'm so glad I made myself.

[Assistant] It sounds like a great experience!


[System] devastated: When I was a kid, my granpa bought me a dog. The dog was supposed to be a hunting dog, and he didn't want to keep it because I had made it into a pet. He ended up giving it away.

[Assistant] When I was a kid, I had a dog at my grandpa's. He gave it away because it wouldn't hunt.

[User] How did you feel when he gave it away?

[Assistant] I was very upset. I was only like nine at the time so I took it really hard.

[User] Yeah I would have been too. As a nine year old kid that's hard to deal with.


[System] embarrassed: I tripped and fell in front of some people.

[User] I tripped and fell in front of some people.

[Assistant] Ouch! Was it a serious fall?

[User] No, only my pride was injured.

[Assistant] That's a relatively quick recovery, fortunately.


[System] sentimental: I found an old necklace my grandmother gave me for a birthday when I was very young recently. It brought back a lot of memories!

[User] I recently dug up a necklace my grandmother gave me when I was young for a birthday. I hadn't seen it in years.

[Assistant] Oh my.. that must have been very sad. I can't even imagine how you must have felt.

[User] Yeah, she passed more than five years ago and I had forgotten all about it. It brought back so many memories though!

[Assistant] I'm so sorry.! But I'm really glad you've got those pleasant memories and the memento to hold on to so you can remember her fondly.


[System] proud: I just won an award for best yard in the neighborhood!

[Assistant] I just won an award for best yard in the neighborhood!

[User] Wow that's great, you must have put a lot of work into your yard.

[Assistant] I did, mowed it three times a week and watered it twice a day. All the hard work really paid off.

[User] Cool, I guess the grass is actually greener in your yard now!

[Assistant] It is, it really stands out from all the brown grass in my neighbors yards.


[System] excited: I get to go to the park today for a BBQ with friends, it should be so much fun!

[Assistant] I get to go to the park today for a BBQ with friends, it should be so much fun!

[Assistant] Ooh nice. That does sound like alot of fun. Do you guys play any sport while your there?

[Assistant] We often throw around a frisbee for a little bit, but we never get too intense with any sports.

[Assistant] Cool. Well enjoy, I hope the weather hold up.

[Assistant] Me too, there has been a lot of rain lately. It should be fun hanging out with old friends!

[Assistant] Yeah, I haven't seen my friends in forever. We don't even live in the same state anymore.


[System] guilty: I snuck some candy out of my daughter's snack stash.

[Assistant] I snuck some candy out of my daughter's snack stash. I feel bad because I had been trying to diet.

[Assistant] I understand that feeling. I've had trouble letting go of those kind of cravings too. Has your diet been going well otherwise?

[Assistant] Otherwise it's been pretty good- I've managed to lose 12 pounds! Just wish I could let the sugar cravings go.

[Assistant] Wow, congratulations! Sugar is one of the hardest things to kick, I don't have the knack for it either, but still you're making great progress!


[System] devastated: Not too long ago, I lost a watch one of my closest friends gave me for my birthday years ago. I was devastated!

[User] My childhood friend gave me a watch for by birthday a few years ago, I lost it in a move recently. I'm pretty upset by it.

[Assistant] Oh no!  It always seems like things get lost when you move doesn't it?  Is there anyway you can go back and see if its at your old place?

[User] I've actually checked and went through all the boxes too. Here's hoping it turns up one day though!

[Assistant] It will probably be where you least expect it!


[System] trusting: I let my daughter ride her skateboard in the road by her self the other day. I was still close by watching, but I think she is pretty good at looking out for cars on her own.

[Assistant] I let my daughter ride in the road by herself on her skateboard the other day.

[Assistant] Oh wow.  How did she do?

[Assistant] She did great. She's pretty good about looking out for cars.

[Assistant] That's awesome!  That's great exercise!


[System] furious: I was upset that my daughter total the car in the accident. She said that she was not responsible for the accident.

[Assistant] It is so upsetting that my daughter was in a car accident. I am thankful that she was fine but we lost our car because of someone's bad judgment.

[Assistant] Oh, no! That's so terrible!

[Assistant] It was. They wanted to blame my daughter but it was their fault.

[Assistant] I'm so sorry that happened! I'm glad she's okay, though.


[System] caring: My sister surprised me with a visit the other week! She knew I was feeling down and drove hours to spend time with me.

[User] I was feeling really down for a few weeks and my sister knew. She drove hours to come see me and make me feel better!

[User] That is a great sister. I'm sorry you were feeling down

[User] Yeah it was really sweet of her and made me feel so much better!

[User] I am glad you are feeling better now


[System] terrified: Went on a long international flight and we experienced the worst turbulence I had ever been through.

[Assistant] I was recently on a long international flight and we hit some really bad turbulence.

[User] That must've been scary! Did you freak out?

[Assistant] I didn't, but I was really nervous for a little while. My wife didn't handle it quite as well.

[User] Oh no. I'm sorry to hear that. At least you both survived the flight.

[Assistant] For sure. And it was a great trip.


[System] guilty: I screwed up plans for a date night with my wife. We ended up having to cancel and she was really mad about it.

[Assistant] I screwed up plans for a date night with my wife. We ended up having to cancel and she was really mad about it.

[Assistant] Oh I bet you were pretty upset. Did you guys reschedule?

[Assistant] We did and I made sure to not screw that one up!

[Assistant] Haha good! I'm glad that one went well.

[Assistant] Me too. Who knows what would have happened to me if I did it twice.


[System] content: I was able to go back home for a few weeks recently. It was wonderful I haven't felt that relaxed in a long time.

[User] I was able to go back home to my parents for a few weeks recently. It was wonderful to relax in my childhood home.

[Assistant] It's always nice to visit home. Did your parents enjoy your visit?

[User] They loved having me around again! Our ten year old dog wouldn't leave my side.

[Assistant] Ha ha! I bet. Dogs are the best. I bet he missed you just as much as they did.


[System] content: I was thinking about buying new wheels for my skateboard the other day. I think I'll just keep the ones I have for now though.

[Assistant] I've been thinking about buying some new, softer skateboard wheels.

[User] What makes you want to get softer wheels? Are those harder to skateboard on?

[Assistant] No, they make rough pavement feel smoother. I think I'll just keep the ones I have for now though. Just have to deal with having a rough ride.

[User] I didn't know that about softer wheels! Maybe in the future you can change to those.


[System] embarrassed: I took my dog to meet my husband's sisters. It did not go well!

[User] I took my dog I've had for years over to meet one of my husband's sisters the other night.

[Assistant] Oh neat!  How did the little one handle it?

[User] It did not go well at all! She pooped all over the carpet and she never has accidents at home.

[Assistant] Oh no!  Poor baby must have been really stressed out.

[User] Yeah, I think it might've been too much on her at once. I was pretty embarrassed.


[System] caring: I had to take my daughter to the doctor the other day. She was very sick. Turns out she had the flu.

[Assistant] I had to take my daughter to the doctor the other day. She was very sick.

[Assistant] Oh no!  Hopefully its just the flu.  What did they say?

[Assistant] It was just the flu. I got her some medicine, brought her home, and made tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches.

[Assistant] That's good!  I hope she gets to feeling better soon.  The flu is no fun.


[System] anticipating: So my sister is getting married in a few months. My whole family is so excited!

[User] So my sister is getting married in a few weeks.

[User] Congratulations! I bet she is excited and hopefully you are excited for her.

[User] Absolutely! The whole family is flying out, we can barely contain ourselves.

[User] Oooo!!! That is so awesome! Will you be in her wedding party?


[System] jealous: My friend adopted a new kitten.

[User] So my friend adopted a new kitten very recently.

[User] I love kitten, but I can't have one where I live. I bet it is so cute

[User] Oh, she is absolutely adorable! I'm so envious, I haven't been able to adopt one yet.

[User] Do you plan on getting one


[System] afraid: We recently had some really bad storms. I really thought it was going to hail on my brand new car,

[Assistant] Bought a new car a few months back. Couple nights ago we had a big storm roll through. I thought for sure it was going to hail all over my new car.

[User] oh man. i hate that. we've had some pretty nasty storms come through Austin in the last few months and luckily i've managed to be in some random parking garage out shopping or eating when they've rolled through.

[Assistant] Nice! We have a garage, but my wife takes up what little room isnt filled with junk with her car. Mine wouldnt fit anyway unless I cleared it out.

[User] lol. well that's no good. cleaning garages bites.


[System] impressed: I work with a programming wizard. I recently asked for his help with a hard problem and I just sat back and watched him work. I didnt even understand what he was talking about.

[Assistant] I do programming work and I recently had a question I had to run by a co-worker. He is a programming wizard. He easily handled my issue and was using terms and methods I had never even heard of.

[Assistant] i guess in your field of work you would run across terms and methods which are unfamiliar

[Assistant] That is true. I usually can keep up, but this guy is on another level.

[Assistant] you'll find some like that, not much you can do


[System] confident: I had a meeting with my bosses a few days ago to talk about a promotion.

[User] I had a meeting with my bosses the other day to discuss finally getting a promotion.

[User] How long did it take you to get your promotion?

[User] I've been working there for a couple years now. I'm feeling pretty good about my chances! Haven't heard back yet.

[User] I bet that your bosses will give you the long over promotion. I will keep my fingers crossed for you. Good luck!


[System] confident: I feel so good about knowing I am going to win the race on Sunday. The race is for my favorite charity. When I win the race I get to give my winnings to my charity of choice.

[User] I feel so good about knowing I am going to win the race on Sunday. The race is for my favorite charity. When I win the race I get to give my winnings to my charity of choice.

[User] That's wonderful! Do you have a charity in mind yet?

[User] Yes, it is my local animal shelter. They will be there to cheer me on!

[User] I bet it will feel amazing to have them cheering you on! I have a feeling you'll do great in your race.


[System] joyful: I got to take my wife on a trip she has been wanting to take for over a decade on her 30th birthday. She was really happy and it made me really happy in turn.

[Assistant] My wife has had a trip in mind ever since I've known her. She recently had a big birthday so I surprised her with the trip. We went and she loved it. It made me happy to see her so happy.

[Assistant] That's wonderful! Where are you guys going to go?

[Assistant] It was just a trip to the west coast. There was a handful of things she's always wanted to see/do. So we did all of them.

[Assistant] I'm glad you guys had a good time. Are you planning another trip?

[Assistant] Not yet. We try to take one big trip a year if possible. We just got back from that one, so we will start plotting out next year a little later I would imagine.


[System] nostalgic: I really get emotional when I go visit my hometown. I go maybe once a year and I feel so thrill.

[Assistant] I live in Florida. When I go home once a year it is a grand occasion.

[Assistant] Where is it that you go to go home?

[Assistant] I grew up in Alabama. It is not far from Florida but still I get so thrill when I can go back to see family and friends.

[Assistant] That's awesome. I love going back to my hometown to visit as well. It's nice to see family you don't see every day.


[System] anticipating: It was my sons first day of school the other day. I was really nervous till he got off the bus.

[Assistant] My sons first day of school was the other day.

[User] wow. like, very first? or just the start of the year?

[Assistant] Very first. I was so nervous till he got off the bus.

[User] how did he like it? how did you do?


[System] prepared: I have a test coming up that I've been studying for non stop.

[User] I have a test coming up that I've been studying for weeks for.

[Assistant] Oh boy!!   WHat is the test over?

[User] It's a Japanese language test for college. I feel pretty good about it though, been going over and over it every night.

[Assistant] Japanese language seems like it would be heard to learn.  Good luck on your test, Im sure you will do fine.


[System] prepared: I had phone interview for a job. It went very well.

[User] I had phone interview for a job. It went very well

[Assistant] great, i hope you get the job.

[User] Thank you. I wrote down a list of questions and key points beforehand.

[Assistant] so you were really prepared.


[System] nostalgic: I saw an old movie. It reminded me of the days of my youth.

[User] I saw an old movie. It reminded me of my younger days.

[User] That's cool, good movies have a way of tapping into those feelings.

[User] Yes. It's almost like a time machine. Fond memories.

[User] Sometimes it almost makes me want to go back somehow. But it's also important to move forward.


[System] furious: I lost my job because my company didn't pay rent at our location.

[User] I lost my job because my company didn't pay rent at our location.

[User] oh that is so wrong. How are you handling it?

[User] Not very well. It makes me so angry. So I go work out to relieve the stress.

[User] that's good you do that, I would be very frustrated too. That's really unfair. Can you pursue legal charges?


[System] lonely: My wife went out of town for a girls weekend and I sat at home with the dog for 3 days by myself.

[Assistant] Recently my wife left me home alone with the dog all weekend while she was gone on a girls trip.

[Assistant] Oh I bet that was fun. What kind of dog do you have?

[Assistant] I missed her while she was gone. We have a mixed breed rescue pup.

[Assistant] My husband was gone all weekend buying us a new puppy, so I understand feeling lonely!


[System] annoyed: There are problems with our system at work and no one will take responsibility or fix it.

[Assistant] Our computer system at work is goofing up a lot, but the development team just keeps saying there's nothing wrong.

[Assistant] Ugh, I bet that is really frustrating. Is it making it difficult to do your job?

[Assistant] Sometimes. It doesn't stop me from doing things, just slows me down and takes longer than it should to do the things I need to do.

[Assistant] That makes for long days at work. I hope they can fix it for you soon.

[Assistant] Me too!


[System] jealous: Every time my kids go to grandma's they get to eat candy and get a new toy. Some times I wish I was a kid again.

[Assistant] Every time my kids go to grandma's they get to eat all kinds of candies, and get new toys.

[Assistant] Omg, I bet they come home so spoiled.

[Assistant] Yeah they do! Some times I wish I got to go visit grandma's like they do lol.

[Assistant] Yeah, what the heck I don't remember my mom being so nice when I was a kid! lol


[System] sad: Shortly after my nephew was born, i received a call from my sister informing me that he had a genetic disease.

[User] I was really happy when my nephew was born, Sadly i was informed he had cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease.

[Assistant] That's sad to hear. What's his prognosis?

[User] He's doing about as well as he can be. Very healthy, but without some new discoveries he will likely have a shortened lifespan.

[Assistant] Hopefully medical technology will catch up to where it needs to be for him.


[System] disappointed: I bought some cheap stocks hoping that they would go up in price. They didn't.

[User] I bought some cheap stocks hoping that they would go up in price. They didn't.

[User] Oh no! I used to be a financial advisor so I'm sure that was frustrating. I hope you didn't lose too much money!

[User] Not too much. I only put in what I could afford to lose.

[User] As much as I hate they didn't go up in price for you, I'm so happy that you didn't overdo it.


[System] angry: I came home yesterday and my dog had pooped all over the floor. He hasnt done that in ages.

[Assistant] I came home yesterday and my dog had pooped all over the floor. He hasnt done that in ages.

[Assistant] Oh yuck! I'm sorry that that happened. What kind of dog is he? Is he sick?

[Assistant] Thanks. I dont think so. He has seemed fine otherwise. I've watched him on our security cam today and he seems fine. He is a mutt from a local shelter.

[Assistant] Hopefully it was just a bad day for him and he won't do it again! I have a couple rescue mutts as well.

[Assistant] Yeah. I love that goofy animal.  Hope he's ok


[System] proud: I have been trying to learn a new programming language and was able to, somewhat easily, knock out the first task i received at work.

[Assistant] I work for a software company. I have been trying to learn a new language for some stuff. I knocked out my first task like a champ.

[Assistant] That's great! Do you get a chance to learn new languages often?

[Assistant] Well I have the opportunity, but rarely have the time to really devote to it.

[Assistant] My ex programs for insurance companies and they all use the same, ancient language for their statistics. She hasn't had to learn anything new for decades.

[Assistant] Yeah i get that. I work for a startup so things change pretty rapidly around here.


[System] confident: The other day I landed my first ollie on a skateboard in 14 years. It felt great.

[Assistant] I landed an ollie on my skateboard for the first time in 14 years yesterday.

[User] holy moly thats great i cant ever walk normal

[Assistant] Yeah it took a lot of practice.

[User] oh i bet


[System] excited: I am heading to the beach next week for a much needed vacation.

[Assistant] Next week I am off work and going to the beach.

[Assistant] That is wonderful! So you will be on a vacation? Will you be going alone?

[Assistant] No I am going with my wife and her family. But we all get along great so it should be fun.

[Assistant] You will be having fun in the sun. Nothing like a day at beach.

[Assistant] Amen. It is much needed. Ready for some sun and a drink with an umbrella.

[Assistant] Yea, once I vacationed on a Caribbean island, Lovely beaches, food and drinks.


[System] furious: An airline once lost my whole suitcase, it made me so upset!

[User] Not too long ago, I took a trip on a plane. The airline lost my whole suitcase!

[Assistant] Oh man! how long did it take to get your stuff back?

[User] The whole vacation! I was so upset! I didn't have anything to wear for the duration.

[Assistant] Oh wow, that can sure put a damper on things.


[System] surprised: My wife got me an apple watch for my birthday.

[Assistant] We usually don't do anything big for birthdays but my wife got me an apple watch this year.

[User] oh wow thats fancy

[Assistant] Yeah i really did not see it coming at all.

[User] i bet a shocker indeed i like apples


[System] trusting: I recently sat down and had a personal conversation with my boss about some stuff.

[Assistant] My boss and I went to lunch and had a personal conversation about some life issues.

[Assistant] Nice! What did you guys get to eat?

[Assistant] We just went to a local taco place. It was a good conversation.

[Assistant] That's good that it was a profitable  conversation! Do you guys talk often?

[Assistant] It was more about just some personal life stuff. Not too much really.


[System] grateful: I recently got an unsolicited raise at work.

[Assistant] I came back from a trip recently, got called in the boss's office and was given a decent sized raise.

[Assistant] Ooh, very nice suprize!

[Assistant] Absolutely. I certainly won't say no to that.

[Assistant] Keep up the good work, whatever your doing.


[System] apprehensive: My wife's car is getting really old and I am afraid it is going to die soon.

[Assistant] Budget is kind of tight lately and I am really afraid my wife's aging car is about to bite the dust.

[Assistant] Oh dear. I am so sorry to hear. It is possible for you to get a second job?

[Assistant] I may have to if that happens. We are making it now, but if the car goes it will be pretty tough.

[Assistant] i can just imagine. I wish There was something that I could do to help.

[Assistant] It is ok. We are probably too proud to take help anyway. We will make it.

[Assistant] I pray and hope that something works out and that the good old faithful car will not bite the dust.


[System] nostalgic: I went through some boxes and found some of my childhood dolls.

[User] So I recently went through some old boxes and found some of my childhood dolls. It brought back a lot of memories!

[User] That is always a fun thing to do! I hope the memories were all good!

[User] Absolutely! I remember having so much fun with them dressing them up. My sister and I would play for hours.

[User] That's awesome! Did you show them to your sister after you found them?


[System] angry: My daughter was running through the house like usual the other day. She tripped on my laptop cord and pulled it off the table and the screen cracked. I was upset.

[User] So, i may be in the market for a new laptop or a repair at least, thanks to a little mishap.

[Assistant] Oh no! What happened to your laptop? if you get a new one which one are you looking at?

[User] My daughter tripped on the cord and it smashed on the ground, not sure if it can be saved. I was pretty angry.

[Assistant] Ouch, What a pain that is! I can imagine, i would be the exact same in that situation.


[System] surprised: I woke up the other morning, got ready and drove all the way to work. Just to find out it was a holiday and we had the day off.

[Assistant] I woke up the other morning, got ready and drove all the way to work. Just to find out it was a holiday and we had the day off.

[User] Oh man that sucks. I'm so sorry because you could have slept in lol

[Assistant] I know, but the extra day of work was nice. Especially since I wasn't expecting it.

[User] See there's always a bright side. You got a surprise day off from work!!!

[Assistant] It was wonderful. I ended up being twice as productive since I got up early.

[User] That's awesome. Days off are the best!!


[System] hopeful: I'm starting a new job tomorrow. I'm feeling really nervous, but optimistic.

[User] My new job is starting tomorrow. I'm feeling nervous, but really optimistic about it.

[User] hey that's cool it's a new opportunity, what are you gonna do?

[User] It's a job they opened up for graphic design! I'm super excited to get started and learn more from them.

[User] hey that's really good I'm proud of you!!!!


[System] excited: Going to my son's first pee-wee football game tomorrow!

[User] Going to my son's first pee-wee football game tomorrow!

[Assistant] That sounds like fun! My son does basketball. I bet he looks tough in his helmet and football gear.

[User] He thinks he does.  All I can think of is a bunch of Tiny Titans in helmets running around like chicks in a barnyard.  *chuckle*

[Assistant] Ha! They'


[System] faithful: I put in a job application for a new job. I am fairly certain that my credentials are enough to get me the job.

[Assistant] I put in a job application for a new job. I am fairly certain that my credentials are enough to get me the job.

[User] Thats awesome!  Have you been scheduled for an interview yet?

[Assistant] I was, I go in next Tuesday. I am pretty excited for them to give me the job.

[User] I would be too!  I hope everything goes well with it!

[Assistant] Me too, we shall see. Now the waiting begins!


[System] hopeful: I got a call about job with a good company that is in my line of work.

[User] I got a call about job with a good company that is in my line of work.

[Assistant] That's excellent! Is it a done deal yet?

[User] No, but I have the necessary experience, and I'm optimistic that it will work out.

[Assistant] Cool! Good luck and think positive.


[System] ashamed: I went to the petstore with my dog and he had an accident in front of everyone. He had the saddest look on his face.

[Assistant] I went to the petstore with my dog and he had an accident in front of everyone. He had the saddest look on his face.

[Assistant] Oh no. Poor baby must've been embarrassed. Did he cheer up?

[Assistant] He did, the clerk walked over, told him it was ok and gave him a treat.

[Assistant] That was really sweet of them. Glad he got a treat to cheer him up.


[System] anxious: I had a video job interview.

[User] I had a video job interview. That was a new experience.

[User] I've done one of those before. They are pretty cool. Do you think you will get the job?

[User] I'm not sure. It was a little awkward and stressful.

[User] I'm sorry to hear that. I'll pray for you if that's okay and  then maybe you will get it, but if not, maybe something even better will come along.

[User] Sure, that's ok. And thank you.

[User] Great. And you're very welcome. I enjoy praying for other people.


[System] afraid: I have been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and the pain is horrible. The problem is, the medicine that my doctor wants me to take has side effects that are worse than the pain, so I don't want to take them. That means I have to suffer through the pain.

[User] I've been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and the pain is horrible. The problem is that the medicine that my doctor wants me to take has side effects worse that the pain.

[User] Sorry to hear that. There are no alternatives?

[User] Maybe, I haven't been back because I can't afford to go right now. I've just been dealing with the pain.

[User] I can relate. I don't have healthcare at the moment.

[User] It suck.Hopefully we can both get coverage soon.


[System] surprised: My son got picked to be on the soccer team that he was on last year!

[User] My son got picked to be on the soccer team that he was on last year!

[Assistant] Yay!! That is great news! He must be so happy he made it!

[User] He is!  Especially since last year's team won the Opening Day Tournament and then won the Regular Season title!

[Assistant] Wow! What a great team to be on!

[User] Yeah!  We had a group of really talented kids, and some very good [and patient] coahes!


[System] impressed: The other day, my three year old didn't think that I was listening to her while she was playing. I overheard her trying to teach our dog how to count to ten. I thought that was pretty cool for a three year old.

[User] The other day, my three year old didn't know I was paying attention to her while she was playing with the dog. I overheard her trying to teach the dog how to count to ten.

[Assistant] That is amazing. She is a very smart girl.

[User] Yes, I thought that was pretty good for a three year old. When I asked her about it she said they were playing school. Haha.

[Assistant] You must be proud of her. That is a lucky dog, a bark for each count. Haha.

[User] I'm very proud of her.

[Assistant] Indeed you are I am proud of her as well.


[System] excited: I remember when i was younger i saved up all summer and took odd jobs so i could buy a dreamcast. Probably the most i've ever anticipated anything.

[User] I babysat and worked odd jobs all summer when i was younger to save up and buy a sega dreamcast.

[User] Oh god I miss my dreamcast, I bet you were so happy when you got it.

[User] Yep, i've never looked forward to something so much in my life. I still have the dreamcast as well.

[User] That's great I have pretty much all of the ones I had in my childhood, even the Atari.


[System] ashamed: It has been a very, very long time since I've wet the bed, probably over a decade. I don't even know how it happened. I didn't have very much to drink last night, I didn't have a scary dream, nothing like that. How unfortunate.

[User] I'm gonna need your support here, because I'm going through something a little bit rough, okay?

[User] Anything you need!! I'm here for you!

[User] I'm 29 years old and I woke up to find that I'd wet the bed last night. I'm...not even sure how. I didn't drink a whole lot before bed or anything.

[User] Don't sweat it, it happened to me in my mid 20's also. Couldn't even tell ya how or why, just that it did.

[User] Should I see a therapist or anything? Is this indicative of some deep-seated problem that I'm not aware of?

[User] LOL I don't think so. I think you'll be fine, maybe you were just extra tired.


[System] trusting: When my Uncle Jebodiah told me that he had a strong brew that could cure my herpes, I didn't think twice about gulping the whole thing. I know my Uncle Jeb wouldn't do me wrong like that.

[User] My Uncle Jebodiah is always looking out for me. He recently told me that he had a special concoction that if I drank it, it would cure my herpes.

[Assistant] Lol! I don't think i would trust that concoction if i were you.

[User] Listen, my Uncle Jeb wouldn't do me dirty like that. You may call it """snake oil""" but I call it the miracle cure this world needs. After all, it worked.

[Assistant] Well then. Kudos to uncle Jeb!


[System] anxious: My cat had to stay overnight at the vet recently. They had to keep her for x-rays, I was so worried.

[User] My cat was kept overnight at the vets recently. I was so worried!

[Assistant] I am so sorry to hear. I have a cat that I love very much. How is the cat doing now?

[User] She's fine now! They found out it was something minor after x-rays. I was so relieved.

[Assistant] I am glad that she is much better.


[System] terrified: My car broke down on the busy highway the other day. There were so many cars, it was scary!

[User] My car broke down on a busy highway the other day. There were so many cars zooming past me, it was scary!

[Assistant] that is very scary, how did you get home

[User] My brother had to pick me up. He had to pull up behind me on the curb. It felt dangerous!

[Assistant] that is dangerous, glad that both of your are okay


[System] devastated: When I found out that I wasn't going to be one of the ones who gets to walk on the moon during the upcoming lunar missions, I took it pretty hard. I've been training my whole life for this, and now I just have to do lame NASA grunt work because I have a "communicable disease that makes me a flight risk." It's just ebola, what's the big deal?

[User] Look, can we just be honest with each other for a second? Having ebola shouldn't mean that I have to be grounded and miss out on my chance to walk on the moon during the upcoming lunar missions.

[Assistant] Okay, well if you have it then you would have to see a doctor.

[User] I saw one, and he said if I gave him $25,000 he would clear me for flight, but I don't have that kind of money just lying around. It's a real bummer. Now I just have to do super boring NASA desk work like tracking comets. Lame.

[Assistant] Now that is interesting, I wish you the best of luck.


[System] prepared: I am always prepared because I hate to not be.

[User] I am obsessive about being ready for anything

[Assistant] Oh really? Are you afraid of missing out on something?

[User] I don't know.  I just see stuff in the grocery store and think I like that food and buy it because it is on sale.  Even if I already have it!

[Assistant] Well it is good to have extra food on hand these days. You never know what major event can happen.


[System] caring: When my girlfriend got her leg bitten off my a bull shark last summer, I spent a month in the hospital with her, then another three months in physical rehab. If she ever got sick of me being around, she never said anything.

[User] My girlfriend's leg was bitten off by a bull shark last summer.

[User] Oh my! Is she ok, and was it while surfing?

[User] She's fine now. I spent a month in the hospital with her, then was with her every day for three months while she was in rehab. She was out spreading sacrificial lamb's blood in the water on a fishing trip. Gotta love her.

[User] Did you recover the leg? And I once almost got my finger bit off by a snapping turtle, it wasn't a pleasant experience so I couldn't imagine hers. You are great for staying there.

[User] It was swallowed whole, unfortunately. I just hope the shark seasoned it properly. I won't stand for underprepared human thigh meat. Gordon Ramsay wouldn't have it, and neither will I.


[System] guilty: I forgot that I had made plans with my mother over the weekend. We had been planning it for a few days I feel awful.

[User] I forgot about plans that I had made with my mother over the weekend.

[Assistant] How could you? Oh dear now you would have to apologise

[User] I called her right up and we rescheduled! I felt so bad though.

[Assistant] I am glad that you were able to reschedule


[System] embarrassed: I was talking to a friend of mine who is from England about our president

[User] I was talking to a British friend of mine and trying to explain why our president feels compelled to tweet

[User] I am sure that was an interesting conversation.  What did your friend think?

[User] They think someone needs to take his phone away

[User] Lol   I think that even the people who like him would agree with that


[System] sentimental: I was looking through the attic and found a box of childhood toys. They brought back so many memories!

[Assistant] I was looking through the attic and found a box of childhood toys. They brought back so many memories!

[User] That must have really been a wonderful surprise!

[Assistant] It was nice to find them all and think back to those simpler times

[User] Yeah childhood ends way too fast it's great when we have a chance to reflect on them.


[System] embarrassed: I fainted on a plane!

[User] The last trip I took to Chicago was by plane.

[Assistant] Nice, the windy city! Had you been before?

[User] I had! I love chicago.  The flight is nice and short too, though I wasn't feeling well.

[Assistant] Ive never been but would love to go one day! Ah no what was wrong?

[User] I think my electrolytes were off, I actually fainted on the plane and they made a whole to-do about it.


[System] nostalgic: wake forest is starting classes now and I remember the excitement of studying abroad through them

[User] My university is posting live stream of students moving in and I was reminiscing about when I studied abroad in college

[Assistant] Aww, that is nice. Where did you study abroad?

[User] I studied in Venice Italy and travelled all over Europe

[Assistant] Wow, how exciting! I also traveled Europe and Italy many years ago. I loved it!! Wish I could just move there. :)


[System] sentimental: I found my grandmother's glass eye in a trunk full of her belongings in a storage shed auction that I won last Monday. It really reminded me of all the times she used to mess with me when I was a kid by popping it out and showing me her empty eye socket. Those were such good times.

[User] I won a storage shed auction last Monday and found my grandmother's old glass eye in a steamer trunk inside of the shed. Really reminded me of her and how much I miss her.

[User] Wow that's incredible. What was her anme?

[User] Rita May. She used to mess with me by popping it out and showing me her empty eye socket just to get a laugh while she got drunk off of bourbon. Those were such good times.

[User] Haha thats really funny. I bet she was a special person.


[System] anticipating: It's almost time for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios.  I'm super excited to go, and cannot wait to snag tickets!

[User] I'm pretty excited for the upcoming Halloween season.

[User] I am too! What are your plans?

[User] Well In September, Universal Studios starts their Halloween Horror Nights events, after dark!  It's so much fun I can't wait to grab tickets.

[User] I've been to Universal and everything else around there, but sadly never during halloween, I've always wanted to.


[System] faithful: I was loyal to the same company for 10 years.

[User] I was loyal to the same company for 10 years.

[User] That's rare these days, I was with mine for 7

[User] Nice. I wasn't rewarded though. They laid me off.

[User] I hope you at least got a severance package!


[System] guilty: I told a lie to my mother.

[User] I told a lie to my mother.

[User] Was it a bad one? And did she find out?

[User] I was about school. And I eventually confessed.

[User] Sometimes the lies get so heavy you just crack. Good for you though.


[System] joyful: I got a job after a long period of unemployment.

[User] I got a job after a long period of unemployment.

[User] I know how hard that can be. Is it working out?

[User] Yes. I was very happy to be gainfully employed.

[User] It does take a lot of stress off of you.


[System] afraid: I was in a car accident.

[User] I was in a car accident. Both cars were totaled.

[User] I hope you are ok, what happened?

[User] They were running from the police. It was nerve rattling.

[User] I can believe so , Hope you get justice, and a paycheck!


[System] joyful: My family surprised me with a birthday party this year. I was so elated and happy.

[User] So my family surprised me this year with a party for my birthday.

[User] That's always fun! Did you get anything cool?

[User] They got me the new shoes I've been wanting. I was so elated and had such a good time!

[User] YAY! I think shoes are a great gift.


[System] impressed: I had a job interview. The guy really knew his stuff.

[User] I had a job interview. The guy really knew his stuff.

[User] Nice, how did it go? Was the guy nice?

[User] Yes, really smart and easy to talk to.

[User] That's great! Did you get the job?

[User] I don't know yet.


[System] afraid: Our electric went out for the whole night. It was so dark and scary.

[User] Our power went off the other night. We were without it until morning!

[User] That sucks. Do you know what caused the outage?

[User] Someone crashed into the power line I think. It was so quiet and felt pretty spooky.

[User] You don't realize how dependent we are on electricity until the lights go out.


[System] hopeful: I bought a ticket where I have a 1/500 chance of winning a car

[User] I bought a raffle ticket for a charity where I have a 1/500 chance of winning a car

[Assistant] Oh nice! That seems more likely than winning the state lottery. That would be so cool if you won!

[User] Yes.  They were $100 but they only sell 500 tickets.  And the money raised goes to breast cancer research

[Assistant] That sounds like a really nice program. Where can I buy some tickets?!

[User] jumpfortherose.com


[System] grateful: Someone helped me move.

[User] Someone helped me move.

[User] Were they a close friend? And did you pay them with pizza?

[User] Yes, and I paid them with beer. I was thankful because I had a toe injury.

[User] I had a shoulder injury when i last moved, except I had to pay movers and pretend they were my friends for a day.


[System] disappointed: I bought a powerball ticket

[User] I bought a powerball ticket last week but did not win

[Assistant] Sorry to hear that. What would you do if you won it?

[User] I would have bought a new car and a house perhaps.  But I lost :-(

[Assistant] It is good to dream. Dreams can come true. :)

[User] Yes.  Maybe next time I will win!


[System] lonely: I spent Saturday night playing Lord of the Rings Online.

[User] I spent Saturday night playing Lord of the Rings Online.

[User] Oh , was it good? I've considered it.

[User] It is good, but I sometimes wonder if I'm trading real life for a fantasy world.

[User] Only if you are choosing that, over real tangible moments with friends or outside people.


[System] furious: I am furious at our politicians who won't stand up to Russian hacking

[User] I am so mad that our politicians won't do something to stop Russian hacking

[User] That would take a miracle , or have some major money backing it.

[User] Yes.  The Republicans just don't seem to care about our country any more and I am so mad that Putin owns Trump

[User] Take some small steps and vote in other things for people with the right values, not just pandering to the ignorant.


[System] sad: My goldfish died.

[User] My goldfish died.

[User] Im sorry to hear that, how long did you have him?

[User] For 4 years. I'm bummed.

[User] Yeah that is a long time for a fish, do you have plans to get another one

[User] Not yet.


[System] annoyed: I had an unprofessional job interview.

[User] I had an unprofessional job interview.

[User] What happened?

[User] The receptionist ignored me, and my interviewer was not prepared.

[User] I hate when that happens, They expect us to be on point every time, yet they can't bother. I usually decline anything after.


[System] angry: My computer crashed while I was working on a project.

[User] My computer crashed while I was working on a project.

[User] oh no! Did you lose a lot of work?

[User] I did. I hadn't saved, and I forgot to set up autosave. It was very frustrating.

[User] I can relate. I have lost whole essays for the same reason. I had to call in sick for school because of it.


[System] disgusted: My favorite team blew a big lead in the playoffs.

[User] My favorite team blew a big lead in the playoffs. It was like drinking sour milk.

[User] im a browns fan i feel that pain

[User] I hate when teams choke. It makes me sick.

[User] yea me too it sucks


[System] anxious: My eye is itchy and my eyelid is droopy

[User] I woke up this morning and my eye is itchy and my right eyelid is drooping

[User] You should probably go to the doctor about that

[User] yeah I am going to see what it seems like tomorrow - not sure if something got in it that scratched it or what

[User] You could have a tear on your eye. You really should get it checked out

[User] Yeah I will if it does not get better quickly


[System] impressed: I saw a magician pull out a rabbit from his hat. It was unbelievable!

[User] Me and my family went to see a magic show for the first time today.

[User] I bet that was fun, who did you go see?

[User] I didn't catch his name, but he pulled a rabbit out of his hat. Classic trick, but I'll never forget it!

[User] Magic is such a cool thing. That suspension of belief.


[System] excited: I have a job interview tomorrow.

[User] I have a job interview tomorrow. I'm looking forward to it.

[Assistant] oh that's wonderful! Is it a job that you would enjoy?

[User] Yes. It seems like a great opportunity.

[Assistant] that's great! I hope you do well and get the job. good luck!


[System] proud: I scored well on an aptitude test.

[User] I scored well on an aptitude test.

[User] That is good, what are you going to do to celebrate

[User] I had a few drinks. I felt good.

[User] that is always good, have one for me!


[System] grateful: My mother knew I had been really stressed and busy. She brought over a whole week of meals to help.

[User] So today my mother brought over a whole week of meals to help me out.

[Assistant] Aww, that was sweet of her. Does she do that often for you?

[User] Yes, she's always helping me out! I am so thankful for her she's an amazing mother.

[Assistant] That's wonderful. It's nice to have someone in life who cares for your well being.


[System] lonely: I moved away from my parents not too long ago. It's been really different and a little too quiet.

[User] So I moved away from my parents not too long ago. It's been a big change.

[User] Oh wow. How far away did you move??

[User] Out of state. I'm by myself now, so it's pretty quiet! I miss them a lot.

[User] Awww! I know they miss you, too. I hope you're finding some fun with living on your own too!


[System] grateful: My oldest child needed braces and her health insurance would not cover is. The cost was close to 4000 dollars. My aunt paid half of it for us and didn't ask for any of the money back, just because she knew we needed the help.

[User] My oldest child needed braces but her health insurance wouldn't cover the expense. It was close to 4000 dollars and we did not have that kind of money at the time.

[Assistant] I feel you. Last week, I spend 1000 dollars to fix my daughter's teeth. Dentists ask a lot of money now a days.

[User] Yes they do. My aunt paid half of the cost for us and didn't has for any of it back because she knew we needed the help.

[Assistant] Ohh well that's good for you. These kind people always help in difficult times.


[System] content: I was sitting on the couch after a long day. My family was all happy, watching tv together. Everything just felt right.

[Assistant] I was sitting on the couch after a long day taking care of work and all the mommy stuff the other day.

[User] sounds good so far

[Assistant] It was! My family was happy and together. Chatting and watching tv. Everything just felt right.

[User] thats a great feeling


[System] lonely: My husband used to work out of town in a different state Sunday through Thursday. Even though my kids were with me and we kept to our usual routine, I still missed him very badly when he was gone. Every Sunday after he left, I would cry.

[User] My husband used to work out of town in a different state Sunday through Thursday.

[Assistant] Ohh He is so hardworking. You are very lucky.

[User] Yeah, he does work hard. Even thought my children were with me and we kept our usual routines, I was miserable when he was gone. I would cry after he left every Sunday. Luckily now, he has a job where he is home everyday by supper time.

[Assistant] Ohh good for you. You two are made for each other!

[User] We really are, he brings out the best in me.


[System] trusting: I didn't have a car to use, so my parents lent me theirs for the full month. It was amazingly giving of them and meant a lot they would lend it to me that long.

[User] I didn't have a car to get to and from work, so my parents actually let me just keep theirs for a bit!

[User] oh thats great

[User] Yeah it was so giving of them to leave it to me for so long and helped me a ton!

[User] thats always super


[System] sad:  I passed by my grandma's old house today, she passed last year. It really brought me down.

[User] While driving today I went past my grandma's old house. She passed last year.

[User] I bet that gave you some good feeelings

[User] Oh for sure. Good feelings, but I also miss her so much.

[User] Yeah I bet. but atleast you have the memorys


[System] angry: Someone ran over my mailbox this morning. They left it totally demolished.

[User] I went outside to get my paper this morning. Someone had ran over my mailbox!

[User] O no! Can you fix it?

[User] No, it's completely demolished! I'm feeling pretty annoyed.

[User] Well it is not hard to build a mailbox im sure you can do it


[System] proud: My sister got a big story she's been working on published in the paper. It's a really big deal and I'm so happy for her.

[User] My sister is a journalist and she got her first big story published in the paper today!

[User] now thats some super news

[User] It is! It's a really big deal and I couldn't be happier for her.

[User] thats great


[System] excited: My partner surprised me with a trip to Hawaii this year! I could not be more elated.

[User] So my partner gave me the biggest surprise this week.

[User] what did they do?

[User] He got us a trip to Hawaii! I couldn't believe it, I am so elated!

[User] That is awesome! I bet your happy about that


[System] surprised: I adopted a cat last month and got way more than expected. She ended up being pregnant and I woke up to a whole litter of kittens.

[User] I finally went and adopted a cat last month and go way more than I expected!

[User] Oh my gosh! How many did you adopt?!

[User] Well it was only supposed to be her, but we found out she was pregnant! She popped out a whole litter of adorable.

[User] Oh, I see! What a lovely surprise though. What did you do with her litter?


[System] trusting: I had to leave town and needed someone to take care of my pets. They are so important to me. My sister took care of them and did such a good job.

[User] I had to leave town last week and that meant leaving my pets who are my babies. I needed someone who could take care of them properly.

[User] Yeah it is hard to leave our animals behind

[User] It is very hard! The only one who I'd let do it was my sister and she did an amazing job.

[User] That is nice of her!


[System] faithful: I took my dog for the first time to visit the dog park. He refused to leave my side the entire time and was a sweetheart.

[User] So I finally decided to take my dog for his first dog park visit.

[Assistant] Aww that's so cute! Did he enjoy it?

[User] It's hard to tell! He refused to leave my side the entire time and just watched the other dogs play.

[Assistant] Poor guy was just nervous, I'm sure the more you take him the more he will venture away from you and have some fun!


[System] ashamed: I forgot I had planned to pick up my brother from work the other day. He had to wait for me to get there, I felt like such a jerk.

[User] Im embarrassed to admit I forgot to pick up my brother from worth the other day after agreeing to

[Assistant] Well hopefully he is understanding, if he is anything like my brother nothing a cold 6 pack won't fix.

[User] Ha ha, he was a little miffed. He got over it though when I stopped and got him ice cream on the way back though! I felt like such a jerk.

[Assistant] All is well that ends well, especially with family they gotta give ya do overs.


[System] apprehensive: I decided to go back to school this year. I'm was pretty hesitant at first, but now I'm excited about learning more!

[User] I finally took the plunge and decided to go back to school this year.

[User] That is a great idea! how is it so far?

[User] I start next week! I was super hesitant at first, but I'm so glad I'm making myself do it.

[User] Yeah you will improve yourself and feel good about it


[System] sentimental: I found a box of jewelry my grandparents had given me as gift over the years. It really made me think about them.

[User] I was going through some stuff and found a box of jewelry my grandparents had gifted me through the years.

[User] thats great

[User] Yeah, it really made me think of them and old times.

[User] i bet it did


[System] impressed: I recently got my tires fixed on my car. The shop did it so quickly!

[User] I recently had a shop fix my car. They worked so fast!

[User] That's good, did you have to wait there or were you able to go home?

[User] I was able to go home, but I realize now that I didn't even have to

[User] Haha that;s rare when it comes to mechanics.


[System] sad: My husband is going through the process of quitting smoking and he also has drama going on with his parents that isn't his fault. There is nothing that I can do to make the situation better for him, so it makes me sad.

[User] My husband is going through the process of quitting smoking on top of dealing with drama from his parents. He is having a hard time.

[User] im sorry, thats awful. its a shame his parents arent being more supportive

[User] They aren't being supportive at all, but that's not surprising, that don't support him very well in anything. I just wish I could make it better for him, but I can't

[User] im sure he appreciates having you around though


[System] grateful: I have amazing friends. One of them drove me to the airport

[User] I have some great friends. One of them drove me to the airport tomorrow

[User] That was really nice of them. I bet you're appreciative.

[User] Yes I am, they are great

[User] I'm sure you'll do a favor for them in the future.


[System] disgusted: I work for a company and we just found out the the person who works in our accounting department has been stealing money from us for years. It is revolting.

[Assistant] We just found out the person working in our accounting department has been stealing money from our company for years.

[Assistant] Yikes! That is terrible! What a awful thing to do! I am glad he finally got busted! Wow, for years, huh?

[Assistant] Yes, it just makes me sick to my stomach. You think you know someone but the whole time they are stealing you blind. I don't get some people

[Assistant] Yeah, me either. Hopefully they regret what they did and are able to learn something from this.


[System] nostalgic: I miss being in high school. I still remember my old girlfriend fondly

[User] I miss high school. My girlfriend was the best

[Assistant] I enjoyed highschool, too.

[User] That's great. College was also fun

[Assistant] College was pretty laid back for me, I did a lot of online classes.


[System] sad: I recently said goodbye to a good friend for a while. I love her!

[User] I recently bid farewell to a good friend. I miss her

[Assistant] I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort during this difficult time.

[User] Thank you, that means a lot. I will see her again

[Assistant] You will, and that is what gives us the strength to face tomorrow!


[System] angry: I lost my car keys. I'm furious with myself.

[User] I lost my car keys. I'm such a fool!

[Assistant] Happens to everybody. My girlfriend, who is the smartest person I know, has had to make 5 duplicates of her car keys because she's locked herself out so much. She's so forgetful because she's so efficient and on top of everything else important, that sometimes she misses the small things. Maybe that's true in your case, too!

[User] That's pretty funny, and makes me feel better. This is the first time I've lost my keys so I hope to keep it that way!

[Assistant] I've heard some people place theirs in a bowl near the front door as soon as they come home, or they stick it in the fridge with their lunch.. silly things to make sure they can keep it together.


[System] surprised: I came home the other day and my roommate had a friend over. I've only seen him with a friend over once in my 3.5 years of living here.

[User] I came home the other day and my roommate had a friend over. I've only seen him with a friend over once in my 3.5 years of living here.

[Assistant] Wow. That must be a very special friend. I net you were surprised.

[User] Yeah I sure was, he seems to like this one much better than the last one he had over. He couldn't wait for that first guy to leave.

[Assistant] Oh dear. Maybe he is a loner and doesn't like friends.


[System] faithful: One of my co-worker came and asked me a lot of really weird questions about my supervisor. It seemed suspicious so I pretty much told her I didn't know any of the answers to her questions. I don't think she like my supervisor.

[User] One of my co-worker came and asked me a lot of really weird questions about my supervisor. It seemed suspicious so I pretty much told her I didn't know any of the answers to her questions. I don't think she likes my supervisor.

[Assistant] oh that's just a recipe for disaster 100% of the time.

[User] Yeah I figured it was, so I just played dumb and let my supervisor know. My supervisor has always been good to me.

[Assistant] mine has too. i think you did the right thing by not getting involved.


[System] trusting: I was down to my last $400, and we had a bicycle trip planned. My buddy asked me to give him all of it to print some bootleg concert posters. We netted $2000 a piece.

[Assistant] Man there aren't many people I would give my last couple hundred dollars to, with one notable exception.

[Assistant] Hm, who might that be?

[Assistant] My buddy Stefan. He used it to print hundreds of bootleg concert posters. We sold them and netted $2000 a piece!

[Assistant] Thats neat. You must trust him a lot given his track record of making money!


[System] proud: I just finished first in a foot race! I feel awesome

[User] I finished first in a race. I feel like gold

[User] Oh my goodness!  That's amazing!  Congratulations! Was it your first gold medal race?

[User] Yes! It was my first victory. All my hard work is paying off

[User] That is awesome! It is for running?


[System] trusting: Some of my friends told me that they had a big surprise for me. They know I hate surprises, but I complied and let the blindfold me and drive me out to the location.

[User] Some of my friends told me that they had a big surprise for me. They know I hate surprises, but I complied and let the blindfold me and drive me out to the location.

[User] That sounds exciting and scary.  What was the surprise?

[User] They had decided to pool their money together and get me one big present together. It was a flying lesson at the local airport.

[User] That is so awesome.  Did you have fun? and more important, are you a pilot now?


[System] sentimental: One time I found a photo album that had pictures of my family when we were young. It brought back a lot of memories.

[User] I found an old photo album at my grandma's house that had pictures of me when I was a kid

[User] That's cool, did it bring back some good memories?

[User] Yeah, it did. I really miss the 90s. Everything seemed a lot simpler in those days

[User] I love the 90's also, best decade in my opinion!


[System] ashamed: When I was in middle school, I had a friend come over to ride horses with me. After riding my mother pressured me to get on a horse bareback I wasn't comfortable riding. She made such a big scene that I got on to make her stop.

[User] When I was in middle school, I had a friend come over to ride horses with me. After riding my mother pressured me to get on a horse bareback I wasn't comfortable riding. She made such a big scene that I got on to make her stop.

[User] Oh no, did you get hurt?

[User] Yes, the horse took off running and I got thrown into a metal fence. My mother then proceeded to yell and me and make fun of me for trusting her. She told me that I should never trust anyone not even my own parents, it was really embarrassing to get yelled at in from my friend. Afterwards my ribs hurt for 2 months.

[User] Yikes, I'm sorry to hear that.  That sounds horrifying!


[System] apprehensive: My friend really wanted me to go rollerblading with him, but I haven't been rollerblading since I was a little kid. I didn't want to roll into a car.

[User] My friend really wanted me to go rollerblading with him, but I haven't been rollerblading since I was a little kid. I didn't want to roll into a car.

[User] So what did you do?

[User] We went, but it was still pretty terrible because I felt completely uncomfortable and was bent over the whole time ready to catch myself.

[User] Well, I bet your friend had a good time with you being there. Sometimes we have to make sacrefices for those we care about.


[System] faithful: My husband is on the road a lot, it often gets lonley. I have to remember he does it for our family and try to enjoy the alone time.

[Assistant] My husband is on the road a lot, I hardley ever see him.

[User] I'm sorry. My wife could sympathize with you since I'm gone a lot on business as well.

[Assistant] Yes, its hard but I try to remember he does it for our family! I have been trying to adapt to enjoying alone time.

[User] I'm sorry you feel lonely.  My wife says she ofens feels the same way.  I know your husband misses you awfully while he's away.  I love having chats with my wife every day when I'm gone.


[System] apprehensive: One time i had a interview for a job I didn't feel qualified for. I felt pretty nervous going into it

[User] I have an interview for a job that I don't feel qualified for

[Assistant] Just be confident and you will do great!

[User] I will try. I'm a pretty anxious person in general so it's hard

[Assistant] You got this!


[System] apprehensive: I'm moving in a few months and nervous about the new start. My husband is getting out of military.

[Assistant] I'm moving in a few months to a new state, I'm starting to feel nervous.

[User] Ah, yeah moving can be hectic! Are you moving somewhere you want to be?

[Assistant] To my husband hometown so it'll be new for me but he is excited to be back near family.

[User] That's a positive at least, good luck on the move!


[System] sentimental: I saw a dog get hit by a car today, it was a very emotional day.

[Assistant] I saw a dog get hit by car today on the highway.

[User] Oh no!!! Did you see what happened to the dog?!

[Assistant] It was pretty tramatic, I still see the dog getting hit in my head and the sound. No, I was on my way to work, I couldn't stop :(

[User] That's so sad! What on earth is a dog doing around a highway?! That just breaks my heart..


[System] apprehensive: The first time I got a tattoo I was worried about pain and blood. I faint pretty easily at the sight of my own blood, and at the time had a low pain threshold. It worked out alright in the end!

[Assistant] I can't even begin to tell you how nervous I was about my first tattoo.

[Assistant] I can understand the anxiety. Its a whole new different experience for first timers!

[Assistant] Definitely! I get lightheaded when I see my own blood, and my pain threshold was low at the time. It turned out great though, and now I have several!

[Assistant] Same thing happens to me. I sometimes faint at the sight of a needle! Its good that your experience went well! Now you wont be nervous anymore.


[System] caring: I Love my husband. He has been so sweet this week. He knew I had a long day today so he bought me my favourite wine and Taco Bell!

[Assistant] I love my husband! He has been so sweet this week!

[Assistant] Aww! That is so cute! Has he done something special this week that made him extra sweet?

[Assistant] He knew I had a rough day today so he brought home my favourite wine and Taco Bell! It's the little things :)

[Assistant] That is so sweet of him. Its definitely the little things.


[System] content: It's been a great week! I got a promotion at work and my husband has been so caring!

[Assistant] It's been a great week!

[User] Good! What's been going on?

[Assistant] I got a promotion at work that I wasn't expecting!

[User] Woo! Congrats on that! That's always a nice surprise. What do you do?


[System] sentimental: I have a bunch of records that belong to my father before he passed away. Sometimes I put them on and imagine what it would have been like to party with him in the 70s.

[Assistant] Music is a powerful thing. Sometimes it feels like it can transport you to another time and place. You know what I mean?

[Assistant] Yeah exactly!  Music is awesome.

[Assistant] Who can deny it? My dad passed away 2 years ago. Sometimes I put on his old records and imagine what it would have been like to hang out with him in the 70s.

[Assistant] Yeah he sounds amazing.  Sorry for your loss friend :(


[System] sentimental: I was feeling kind of down so I ended up snuggling with a stuffed rabbit I have. It brought back a lot of good old memories.

[User] I was feeling kind of down so I ended up snuggling with a stuffed rabbit I have. It brought back a lot of good old memories.

[Assistant] Never too old or too manly to snuggle a stuffed animal. My mom said I used to carry this blanket with me when I was a toddler, everywhere I went. I wish I still had it. If I did, I'd consider using it again, or at the very least passing it down to my own kid. What's the harm, you know? If something gives you comfort and doesn't bother anyone else, there should be no shame.

[User] Awe yeah thanks. He's pretty soft even though he some derpy eye that point in opposite directions. Brings me a lot of comfort and reminds me that someone cares.

[Assistant] Well, if I were you, I'd keep it up, whether or not my spouse laughed at me, or a new girlfriend/boyfriend, whatever. It's not childish to me. Life is stressful enough. Let us snuggle what we want.


[System] devastated: One time my dog got hit by a car. He did not survive.

[User] My dog got hit by a car.

[User] Aw! That's horrible, I'm sorry to hear that.

[User] He did not live. I've never felt so sad before.

[User] That's so sad, I don't even know what to say!


[System] embarrassed: Some random guy was in my backyard, I didn't realize before I looked outside that I was missing pants. Turns out he was the cable guy fixing a wire.

[Assistant] Some random guy was in my backyard, I didn't realize before I looked outside that I was missing pants.

[User] Oh no! That is really creepy, why is he in your backyard?

[Assistant] Turns out he was the cable guy fixing a wire. Still mad he didn't ask permisson first.

[User] Yeah, that's illegal I think, they need to at least knock or ring the door bell!


[System] devastated: My father had a large tumor removed from his kidney. They thought the surgery successful and he was recovering. On the third day he passed away suddenly, with no known cause of death.

[Assistant] My family is still hasn't recovered from the untimely passing of my father two years ago.

[Assistant] I am so sorry to hear that. It can't be easy for you and your family.

[Assistant] My siblings and I are managing, and have found some peace. My mother is a different story. It was just so sudden and unexpected.

[Assistant] No doubt it will take time to process. I wish your family the best. Stay strong my friend.


[System] content: One time I got a week's vacation from work. I got to spend a lot of time watching my favorite shows

[User] I've got a week off from work. Time to sleep in and binge watch my favorite shows.

[Assistant] What shows are your favorite? That must be nice.

[User] I like It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. I'm rewatching it for the third time

[Assistant] Must be nice, got any nice snacks?


[System] devastated: I was really stressed out and grad school and had no choice but to drop out to keep my sanity.

[User] I was really stressed out and grad school and had no choice but to drop out to keep my sanity.

[Assistant] Good choice. You're health is more important than some grad degree.

[User] That is what I was thinking at the time, but I've been having a really tough time finding a job where I can advance into a higher position. I always seem to get positions with no mobility.

[Assistant] I think nowadays employers just want experience. So it should be easier once you have that.


[System] embarrassed: One time I was walking on the sidewalk to my next class and I tripped on some steps. I fell flat on my face in front of a bunch of people.

[User] I tripped on some steps in front of a whole bunch of people on my way to class.

[Assistant] Ah, I hate when that happens! How embarrassed were you?

[User] It was pretty humiliating. I fell flat on my face.

[Assistant] Sorry to hear that. Hopefully you're not seriously hurt!


[System] caring: One time my boyfriend was sick. I made him some soup help him feel better because that's all he could eat

[User] My boyfriend is sick. He can't eat much so I made some soup for him

[Assistant] You're sweet, what kind of soup did you make him?

[User] I made chicken noodle soup.

[Assistant] I love chicken noodle, he must be so grateful.


[System] embarrassed: I had a meeting last week where I gave a presentation over the wrong documentation and no one said anything until after the meeting.

[User] I had a meeting last week where I gave a presentation over the wrong documentation and no one said anything until after the meeting.

[Assistant] I bet that was a little embarrassing.

[User] After I figured out what I did, I sure was. Ate at my cube ever since I don't even want to make eye contact with anyone.

[Assistant] I am sure it was not as bad as you think.


[System] prepared: I have a really big meeting next week. I have rehearsed what I am to go over all this past week and plan to practice a little more this weekend.

[User] I have a really big meeting next week. I have rehearsed what I am to go over all this past week and plan to practice a little more this weekend.

[Assistant] Wow! What kind of meeting is it?

[User] It's a meeting presenting a new product to the board. Big stuff and big money for the company.

[Assistant] Dang! I hope you have successful meeting then!


[System] jealous: One time I found out my boyfriend had been texting his ex. I was afraid he wanted to still be with her

[User] I caught my boyfriend texting his ex

[User] Oh no, was it romantic texts?

[User] It was definitely a bit flirty. I think he misses being with her

[User] That's sad. I hope you are OK.


[System] jealous: I know I broke up with my ex, but I can't help but feel irritated when he talks about going on dates.

[User] I know I broke up with my ex, but I can't help but feel irritated when he talks about going on dates.

[User] That must be weird to talk to your ex still.

[User] We actually get along really well and are much better friends than a couple. I guess I still just get a littler territorial, i think he does too.

[User] You must have feelings for him that are lingering.


[System] anticipating: One time I had done really well in a class. I fully expected to get an A in it

[User] I can't wait to see my final grades. I think I got all A's this semester.

[User] Nice! It feels good to be confident. When do they come out?

[User] On Monday. I'm going to treat myself if I did well

[User] As you should. You must have good teachers too!


[System] devastated: I found my kitten outside very ill, it had to be put down because it ate a poisonous plant.

[Assistant] I was very upset when I found my kitten today.

[Assistant] why? what happened to it? is it okay?

[Assistant] No, I had to put it down. It ate a poisonous plant. He should not have been outside.

[Assistant] that sounds terrible, i hope you didn't cry alot.

[Assistant] I cried a bit, but kept it together for my little girl because she had let him out.


[System] caring: I like to take treats to the retirement home, especially the people with no family.

[Assistant] I enjoy visiting the nursing home on occasion.

[Assistant] Oh yeah?  Do you know someone that lives there?

[Assistant] Not really, I take my daughter to see them, so many of them have no visitors at all.

[Assistant] Yeah.  That's awesome that you do that though.  Makes for some special moments with your daughter and teaches her stuff.

[Assistant] She likes to bake, so we take them what she makes :)

[Assistant] That sounds cool!  I bet she cooks good!

[Assistant] She is pretty good for an eleven year old, better than I was.

[Assistant] haha same here!


[System] trusting: My mother is always there for me and I know I can go to her with my darkest secrets. I feel like she is the one I know will never betray me.

[Assistant] I had a secret and went to my mother to confide in her, as well as get off my chest. I know she would never betray my secret and can always count on her.

[User] I am so happy for you that you have someone you can trust so completely.

[Assistant] Yes, I sure do! There aren't many people you can feel that way with and I am so grateful!

[User] Hopefully she knows how much this means to you.


[System] apprehensive: A time that I felt uneasy and anxious was waiting for my son to find out if he was accepted to a prestigious college.

[Assistant] My son applied to a prestigious college and the wait killed us. I was anxious and nervous waiting to see if he was accepted!

[User] DID HE GET ACCEPTED? I HOPE SO

[Assistant] He did! He's in his 3rd year, going to be an Aerospace Engineer, so we are very proud of him.

[User] OMG that's amazing, good on him! you must be so proud


[System] devastated: My sister passed away in 2010. She had taken her own life and my mother and I found her after she did. It was very traumatic and painful for us, and all our family.

[Assistant] My sister passed away several years ago. She took her life, and my mother and I found her right after she did it. This was very painful, traumatic and hard for us all.

[Assistant] oh wow, how did your mother handle this, how did you handle it . i can only imagine the pain.

[Assistant] It didn't really seem to sink in for my mother for awhile, she was in denial. But, it was so hard when it did. I went into a depression for awhile, as she was my only sibling and we were very close.

[Assistant] that is really painful, i hope everything becomes better soon.


[System] caring: I felt so much love and affection when my son was moving to college. It was hard, as I wasn't ready, but was so proud of him!

[Assistant] When my son first started college, I felt so much love and affection, but it was definitely hard to see him go! I was very proud though.

[Assistant] where did he go study at? i can imagine how hard that could be. but it's good to see him following his dreams\

[Assistant] He went to the University of Alabama in Huntsville. It's focused on science, engineering, etc. He's going to be an Aerospace Engineer. It's great to see him go for his dreams!

[Assistant] aerospace engineer that sounds very interesting. hopefully he will stay focused and reach his goals.


[System] content: When we went to the beach for vacation a few weeks ago, I felt so relaxed and happy! It was so great to spend that time with my family.

[Assistant] We went on vacation a few weeks ago and went to the beach, It was so relaxing and great. I really enjoyed the time with my family.

[User] aww that's amazing, i am going on vacation next week and i can't wait

[Assistant] That's great! I'm sure you earned it, just like we do. It's so good to get some time away from the hustle and bustle of life!

[User] i know! i am sure you were able to recharge your batteries


[System] anticipating: My husband has been out of town for a few weeks on business but is coming back next week. I am anxious and looking forward to when he gets home!

[Assistant] I am looking forward to next week! My husband has been out of town on business for several weeks and comes home next weekend!

[Assistant] Do you have any special welcome-back events planned?

[Assistant] I am going to cook a special meal and see if he wants to go out, just us two. I know he will like that.

[Assistant] That sounds great. Does he travel often?


[System] confident: I have a surprise planned for a night out for my husband when he gets back from traveling for work. I feel pretty optimistic and sure he will really enjoy it.

[Assistant] My husband has been out of town a few weeks for work but is coming back next weekend. I have a surprise night planned for just us. I am optimistic and sure he will really enjoy it.

[User] How exciting! I hope everything goes as planned!

[Assistant] Thanks! We've been married almost 23 years but I try to keep things fun and spend time together.

[User] Sounds like you have a good relationship. I hope when I get married it turns out just as good.


[System] sentimental: I was feeling a bit nostalgic the other day when my son went back to college. It made me think of him when he first started Kindergarten.

[Assistant] My son went back to college recently and it had me feeling a bit nostalgic. I could just picture him starting Kindergarten and it seemed not so long ago!

[User] aww. im sure you must feel proud of him

[Assistant] Yes, very. But, time sure has flown by with him growing up. I can just see his little blonde head when he was 5 and just starting school!

[User] that sounds so cute


[System] prepared: When I was promoted to Team Leader, I had years of experience and felt very comfortable in my ability to perform the job. I was very ready for the leadership role!

[Assistant] I was promoted to a Team Leader and I felt very secure I could do well at the job. I had years of experience and was ready for a leadership role.

[User] that is good news. its always good when what you learn helps you get ahead

[Assistant] Yes, thank you! I had worked very hard through the years, and I felt that I earned it, and would do well at it.

[User] i hope you do well and excell


[System] furious: One day a back neighbor insulted my 10 year old son and made fun of him for his weight. She actually called him a name and cursed. Needless to say, I was so mad, beyond angry!

[Assistant] There was an incident where one of my back neighbors called my young son a name and made fun of him. I was so mad, beyond angry!

[User] An adult did this?

[Assistant] Yes, and she had two children of her own, similar in age. Her son also weighed more than mine! She did it because my son rode his bike through the corner of her yard as rode around the circle, that made her mad! Can you believe that??

[User] I dont get people sometimes. Who does that that sort of thing.


[System] anxious: Last week was the first day of school for my granddaughter. She didn't go to preschool so I was really worried how she would like it and if she would be sad or not. Turns out she loves it and I was worried for nothing

[Assistant] Last week my granddaughter started school for the first time. I worried about her the entire day.

[Assistant] Aww, they grow up so fast!!  How did she do?

[Assistant] It turns out she loves and and I was a mess for 8 hours for nothing.

[Assistant] haha, I'm sorry you were so upset for nothing!  But it's so great that she loves school.  I hope she loves learning her whole life.


[System] prepared: I plan for weeks every time we go on vacation and make sure we have everything we need. I didn't do very well when we went on our honeymoon though. I guess I was so excited about the wedding that I forget just about everything.

[Assistant] I always try and plan everything in advance to bring everything we need when we go on vacation. We recently went on our honeymoon and I didn't do very well this time. Ugh!

[User] What went wrong?

[Assistant] I forgot everything. I guess I was so excited about the wedding, I totally failed at packing this time. Oh well, it was still fun.

[User] That is all that matters, its about the love.


[System] disgusted: My friend's boyfriend had the nerve to kiss me when I was visiting her one day. It was an out of the blue, sneaky move and repulsed me!

[Assistant] One day I was visiting a friend and her boyfriend came up and kissed me, while I was waiting for my friend to return from another room! It was sneaky and repulsed me!

[Assistant] I understand. Did you told your friend?

[Assistant] I didn't....only because of her situation. She had custody of her very ill and handicapped infant grandson, she wasn't working so depended on him financially and she was very much in love with him. She already suspected he was with other women, and stayed.....

[Assistant] Wow, it is terrible.


[System] terrified: The other night I was home alone and it was late. All of a sudden, I heard someone knocking at the door really loud and they wouldn't stop. I ignored it but I was so scared and about to call the police but they finally stopped and went away.

[Assistant] The other night I was home alone and all of a sudden I heard someone knocking at the door really loud and they wouldn't stop. I was so scared.

[Assistant] Did you go see who it was?

[Assistant] No, I ignored them and they finally went away. I was just about to call the police before they left though. I hope that doesn't happen again.

[Assistant] No that's scary stuff.


[System] joyful: My 50th birthday just passed. I was trying to ignore it but my family ended up having a surprise party for me. It was such a happy night. Made me realize I should embrace my age and not ignore it.

[Assistant] I was trying to ignore the fact that my 50th birthday was coming up but my family decided to throw me a surprise party.

[Assistant] That is great. What is it fun?

[Assistant] It was so much fun and such a happy night. I'm trying to embrace my age now and not ignore it any more

[Assistant] That is always difficult.


[System] ashamed: My husband and I had an argument a few weeks ago. I got pretty mad and said some things I wished I hadn't. I felt bad and disappointed in my actions aferwards.

[Assistant] A few weeks ago, my husband and I had a big argument. I said some pretty hurtful things, and wished I hadn't. I felt very bad and disappointed in myself afterwards.

[User] I am single and never been married. I assume arguments are part of marriage.

[Assistant] Yes, that's true. I tend to be a bit more verbal on my end and say things I regret later.

[User] Im bad at giving advice especially to people I dont know. Im the opposite. Im too mellow. And that sometimes gets me in trouble.


[System] terrified: One night my children and I came home and came in through the back door. As I opened it, I saw a tall shadow in the hallway! It scared me so much, as I feared an intruder was in my home.

[Assistant] One night when my kids and I came home, I saw a shadow in my hallway as I came in the back door. I was so scared and was afraid someone had broken in my home.

[User] In some ways that is a bit funny but it certainly can be a scary time to come home alone to an empty dark house.

[Assistant] Yes, and I live out in the country so I wouldn't get a quick response time from emergency vehicles. But, luckily, it turned out to be my shadow!

[User] I hope you aren't still scared of your shadow?


[System] guilty: One day I was a bit short on cash so I didn't give a homeless man any money. I felt really bad, as I always try to give something to those that are in need.

[Assistant] There was a day that I was a bit short on cash on hand and I didn't give money to a homeless man. I usually always do, as I feel it's my part to help those in need, as I am blessed. I felt very bad that I didn't that day.

[Assistant] I don't think you should feel too bad about missing one day!  It sounds like you're generous regularly.  I get it though.

[Assistant] Well, homeless people aren't common in my area, so that's why I felt a bit bad about it.

[Assistant] It's hard to see people and not be able to help.  You seem really giving!


[System] joyful: When my children were born, it was such a wonderful and amazing occasion for me. It's a happiness beyond words.

[Assistant] When my children were born, it was a rejoicing time for me. I can't think of a time I felt more happiness.

[Assistant] Children are a beautiful thing for us parents. What a great memory you have of that.

[Assistant] Yes, I have two children and I feel so blessed to have them. I lucked out and got a boy and girl, both healthy, smart and wonderful.

[Assistant] Thats perfect, a boy and a girl thats what most people want. congrats.


[System] faithful: I have been true to my beliefs for a very long time, even if it means disagreeing with others. I used to work in a place where everyone had different beliefs to me. I just had to walk away from conversations on occasion.

[Assistant] I used to work in a place where all my colleagues had different believes to myself. I wanted to stay true to what I believed in, so had to walk away from conversations on many occasions.

[Assistant] In what do you believe?

[Assistant] Just that all people should be given an equal chance in life and that no one type of person is better than another, just because of their religion or skin color, or where they come from.

[Assistant] That is great. In what do your colleagues believe?

[Assistant] They believed that people of their religion where better than everyone else and were going to heaven, while the rest of us are left at the gate! That's one of their beliefs anyway. I don't agree with that, but chose to keep my mouth shut!


[System] afraid: I did not have a car for a few years and just recently bought a new one. I was scared to drive at first, especially on the highways around here. People drive like crazy people and didn't want to get in another accident. I am getting used to it now though.

[Assistant] I recently bought a new car after not driving for several years and I was really scared to drive it, especially on the highway.

[User] What car did you buy?

[Assistant] Just a Honda Civic. People drive crazy around here. I don't want to have another car accident like the last one.

[User] Jeez. Where do you live? I dont remember any state Ive been to with bad drivers.


[System] impressed: I decided to join to group to lose weight. I had so much respect and admired what all of these people were going through with there struggle. It really helped having their support too.

[Assistant] I recently joined a group to help me lose weight. I have so much respect and admire everyone in that group so much.

[Assistant] Good luck! My sister-in-law has been with weight watchers for a while now. She loves the camaraderie and how everyone encourages each other.

[Assistant] It has really helped to have their support. I am so grateful for them

[Assistant] You'll reach your goal. You just have to make small adjustments which'll sustain you throughout your life. How many meetings do you attend?


[System] apprehensive: I'm from Scotland originally and had to apply to become a US citizen. To do that, you have to pass a Civics test. I was soooo nervous!

[Assistant] A few years ago I applied for US citizenship. To succeed you have to pass a Civics test. I was so terribly nervous!

[Assistant] That test seems so hard. I probably couldn't even pass it. How did you do?

[Assistant] I passed! Turns out you only had to answer three questions correctly. But they have 50 to choose from so you have to study the lot!

[Assistant] I didn't know that. Congratulations. That's so awesome.

[Assistant] Thank you. My poor husband had to sit every single night and test me. He's American and he didn't think he could pass!


[System] sentimental: I was sorting through some stuff recently and came across some old Christmas cards. It was lovely to read them and remember the friends and family who sent them!

[Assistant] I found some old Christmas cards the other day and had a lovely time reading them and reminiscing about the people who sent them.

[Assistant] That must have been nice. I keep cards too.

[Assistant] It was so nice. I'm terrible about throwing cards out. I feel, if someone's taken the time to write, I should preserve it. Does that sound silly?

[Assistant] Of course not. There is so much paper in this house. I keep cards, photos, school projects. Everything. We arent here forever

[Assistant] That's very true. My Dad kept everything too. When he passed we had quite a task sorting through things. I think my brother's still at it!

[Assistant] I found lots of things to pass down when my grandmother passed. I think they passed down their hoarding to us lol

[Assistant] I believe you are right! My family are going to go nuts when they see what they've got to deal with, lol.

[Assistant] Lol. Me too!!


[System] embarrassed: I was running to get in the store because it wasraining. I slipped and fell on the wet floor as I entered the store.

[Assistant] When I was entering the store it was really slippery.

[User] Why was it slippery

[Assistant] It had been raining , so I ran across the parking lot in to the store. I slid about 3 feet.

[User] Oh no, were you okay

[Assistant] I was fine, just felt like every one was looking at me.


[System] faithful: I found out that my best friend was lying to her husband but I kept her secret.

[Assistant] I am feeling a bit guilty about keeping a secret for my friend.

[Assistant] Oh no. Why are you keeping the secret?

[Assistant] I don't want to out her to her husband, usually the only thing that happens is they drop the friend.

[Assistant] Oh it sounds like you are in a difficult situation. I hope you can get out of the middle of it!

[Assistant] Thanks, I am just going to avoid them until it plays iteself out.


[System] jealous: I really wanted to get the part in the school rendition of a play. But my friend got it.

[Assistant] I feel kind of blue today, they announced the parts for the annual play.

[Assistant] Oh I am sorry. Did you get any part?

[Assistant] I did, and it is a good one, just not the one that I wanted. I didn't want the lead or anything.

[Assistant] I am glad you got a good part. I am sure it is a let down to not get what you were hoping for though.

[Assistant] It is, my friend got it, or I wouldn't think about it so much. Thanks for the kind words though.


[System] trusting: I'm teaching my daughter how to drive, and so far, so good!

[User] I'm teaching my daughter how to drive, and so far, so good!

[Assistant] That is wonderful, I imagine she is very excited.

[User] She is!  At first, though, she was very nervous.  I told her we could start off slow - her dad lives 1 mile from me down a quiet road, so we started driving back and forth between the two houses.

[Assistant] Okay i see well, take your time she will be getting her liscense soon

[User] Hopefully by the first of the year.  We've worked up to driving to the dollar store 5 miles away.  She's still a little nervous but she's getting better and more confident the more we practice.

[Assistant] She just needs to get her confidence and I am sure you are a great teacher.

[User] I do what I can where I can.  Can't wait for our hard work to pay off and she gets her license!

[Assistant] It will definitely paid off and I am rooting for her.


[System] ashamed: My house is a mess and I've got people coming over later this evening.

[User] My house is a mess and I've got people coming over later on this evening.

[Assistant] That can be overwhelming. Are you going to be cleaning all day then?

[User] I'm going to try to.  If worst comes to worse, I'll just toss everything in my back bedroom, shiny up the floors and hope for the best!  *chuckle*

[Assistant] I'm sure you will get it done!


[System] trusting: I'm so lucky - I have a brother I can trust absolutely to do the right thing at all times. When we had to sell a property he dealt with everything and it was all carried out perfectly.

[Assistant] My brother and I recently had to sell a house and he dealt with everything. I'm so lucky to have a brother I can rely on and who I know won't try and con me.

[Assistant] Thats neat. Do you guys make a lot of money?

[Assistant] We did and he was so precise with who got what and made sure he sent me my share quickly. He's such a neat brother in so many regards. I always know he'll be there for anyone who needs help.

[Assistant] I wish my siblings were like that. We should be more supportive and close like that

[Assistant] We weren't always close. When we were kids we were always fighting. It wasn't until we got older that we got closer. We're best of friends now.

[Assistant] I am jealous lol

[Assistant] Don't be! There are many, many types of relationships and I don't think ours is necessarily typical. It's just the way it is :)

[Assistant] I will work on it with my family.


[System] impressed: My son was in advanced placement and honors class in high school. Once he graduated, he was accepted at a very good college and is going to be an Aerospace Engineer. I really astonished at how well he does, and admire his intelligence and hard work.

[Assistant] My son was in advance placement and honors during high school. He went to a prestigious college after, going for as an Aerospace Engineer. He never ceases to astonish me with his intelligence and admire me with how hard he works to pursue his dreams.

[Assistant] Wow!  It sounds like your kid is quite smart and gifted!  You must be really proud of him!

[Assistant] I am quite proud, thank you! I also have a teenage daughter that is very smart and an amazing artist, (which I don't know where she gets that talent). They really impress me with amazing they are!

[Assistant] Man, that is amazing that both your kids are so talented.  I hope my little ones are like that.  Congrats on your great parenting!