81. A romantic story.
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Paul:
Betty, are you and John still dating?
Betty:
Yeah, things are going really good.
Where did you meet him?
I met him at the library a couple of weeks ago. We were sitting atthe same table and he asked to borrow my pen.
Wow, that's a nice story.
I was telling Jim about it the other day. He thought it was prettyromantic.
Do you two have plans for tonight?
Yes, I think we're going to rent a movie. Have you seen anythinggood lately?
I saw Spider-Man the other day.
I've heard that's a really funny movie.
Are you kidding? That movie's not funny. It's sad. I was crying atthe end.
You're really sensitive, aren't you?
I guess so. Maybe that’s why I can't find a girlfriend.
82. Worried about dad.
Kim:
Hi Peter, can I talk to you for a moment. I just heard the cookiefactory downtown is going out of business.
Peter:
Where did you hear that?
Sara told me.
I'm not sure that’s true. I haven't heard anything about it.
She said that they have already started to lay people off.
Doesn’t your father work there?
Yes, I'm really worried he might get laid off, he just started to workthere about three months ago. What do you think I should do?
I'd talk to your father.
Yeah, but if there was something wrong I don't think he'd tell me.He doesn't like to upset me, but I really would like to know what’sgoing on.
So what are you gonna do?
Aren't you good friends with the president of that company?
Yes, we use to work together at a different company about fiveyears ago.
Maybe you could call him and see what's going on.
Well, I don't know. I guess I could. It's pretty late now, but I'll callhim in the morning.
OK, thanks so much.
83. I'm getting fat.
Dan:
Wow, I'm really getting fat.
Melissa:
You don't look fat.
Yes, but I am. I've gained 10 pounds in the last two months. Lookat my stomach.
How much do you weigh?
I think about 170 pounds.
What kind of foods do you eat?
I usually have pasta for dinner. Sometimes I get take-out or fastfood if I don't have enough time to cook.
I was reading a diet book the other day. It said that if you eat meatand nothing else, you'll lose weight quickly.
Wow, does that work?
I don't know, but someone told me they tried it and lost 20pounds.
That sounds good, but I'm not sure how long I could do that.
I know, once you start eating vegetables and bread again you'llprobably start gaining weight.
Well, I think I'm going to try it anyway. Who's the author?
I can't remember. It's not that popular anymore. When I get homeI'll check and give you a call.
84. I'll take you to work.
Angela:
Hello?
James:
Hi Sarah, it's James.
Hey James, I can't talk now. Can I call you back later?
Sure. Is there a problem?
I'm late for work and my car isn't working, so I need to findsomeone to take me to work.
I can take you.
Oh, really? Thank you. That would help a lot.
Do you need me to pick you up after work also?
Yes, if it's not too much trouble.
It's no problem. I'm leaving my house now. I'll be right there.
OK. I'll wait for you in front of my apartment building.
Do you know what's wrong with your car?
I'm not exactly sure. I think there's a problem with the engine.
OK, I'll have a look when I get there. I know a lot about cars. WhenI was younger my father and I use to fix old cars.