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Good morning, you go to the store to buy things, too? Yes. I need something for dinner. You can come to my house for dinner if you want.
Great. But why do you buy so many canned goods? I live alone. Recently, I’ve had to work outside, so I often come home late. So I usually buy canned goods for dinner. They're very convenient.
Canned food often contains additives, preservatives, and other chemicals and many other chemicals which can be bad for your health. I think you should try to buy fresh food. They're both fresh and safe.
Errr…you're right, but I don't have time to prepare meals properly. It's okay, let's buy and cook together today, shall we?
All right. Summer is here, and it's hot outside!
Yeah! It makes me want to eat ice cream. What's your favorite drink in the summer?
I always drink horchata in the summer. It's refreshing and tasty.
What is horchata? Horchata is a sweet and usually dairy-free beverage made of soaked grains or nuts and seeds.
That sounds good. I like iced strawberry smoothies for summer. And I like any iced beverages in the summer—they're all great.
Michelle! You look thinner. Are you losing weight?
Yes. I also want to lose weight. But I really like food. How many meals a day do you think we should eat?
The healthiest way to eat throughout the day is to have two or three meals. Correct? You can split meals during the day as long as the dishes are healthy.
I see. Is your mother a vegetarian, David?
Yes, she is a vegetarian. Do you remember Julia?
Yes, of course. She is a vegetarian too, and she has a great body. She said that she's a vegetarian because her whole family is. She also said that everyone has the right to choose their own food.
Correct. Like me? I don't think I can be a vegetarian. I love the complexity of flavors and the heat that Thai dishes bring.
Yeah. Thai food is really delicious. I once ate a Panang curry beef in Bangkok that changed my life! What country's food do you like the most?
I love Greek food. They all satisfy my taste buds. I ate a Spanakopita in Athens that left me speechless.
That sounds good. What country's food do you like the most, Josh?
American cuisine. It's filled with clever adaptations from other countries and also has uniqueness in the dishes. It’s like having the cuisine of 20 countries inside a single nation.
Makes sense. I have a family gathering this weekend. I will prepare dinner with my mother and sister. Do you think about color when you prepare a meal?
Of course! The food color and visual appeal are very important. There're nutritionists who tell us to include all colors of veggies & fruits in our food.
Thank you. I'll think about it for the family party. By the way, next month is my girlfriend's birthday. I want to celebrate her birthday at a restaurant. What restaurant in this city do you recommend?
I recommend Teranga restaurant. The food is seriously good, the atmosphere is romantic, and the staff is very nice. I visited there once. The noodle soups are amazing, and colorful cocktails will cool you down this summer.
Great. I'll go there. Thanks. Do you like cooking?
Yes, I do like cooking. But I don't like it all the time.
Oh, why do you say that? Sometimes, I just… well, I wouldn’t say I hate it, but there are definitely times I’m just not feeling the vibe.
What does it mean? Well, cooking can offer me some time to relax. But? But sometimes it's really tiring to do.
Oh, I understand. I have that feeling too.
Really? Yes. I love cooking. I love creating delicious and beautiful dishes. It is very comforting when I cook, but there are some days I'm not in the mood and don't want to do anything.
So how do you solve it? It's simple. If you don't want to do it, just don't do it. Give yourself a break. Cook when you feel ready or relaxed.
Ellie's right. Besides, your family also doesn't want you to cook in anger.
But I need to cook for everyone. If so, that day your family can go out to eat. What's important is the time the family spends together, right? Or you can ask your husband to cook for you.
He is not a good cook. That's not a problem. You can ask him to cook simple dishes. Housework belongs to two people.
You're right. This is my hobby; I shouldn't make it become pressure.
Yes, you got the point. Thank you so much, guys.
You're welcome. Glad to help you.
Hi. How are you doing?
I’m doing fine. How about you?
Just the usual. Did you just get back from Thailand?
Yes, I just came back yesterday. I'm planning to travel there. How was the street food in Thailand?
It was a great experience. When I first arrived, I remembered the advice a Vietnamese friend gave me in Canada. She said I should go slowly to get used to the change in foods. But I decided to ignore that and just jumped right in, eating all kinds of different foods every day.
Wow. Did you have stomach pain?
No. I'm fine. Everything was delicious and interesting.
Sounds good. Do you like Thai food?
Yes. The thing I love is the sheer variety of foods. Also, here they have foods I have never seen offered in Canada.
Really? What food is that? Such as various deep-fried insects and larvae, tiny frogs, or small crunchy shrimp biscuits.
Omg, are those foods edible?
Yes. You can eat them. Have you tried them yet?
I have already tried them. The taste is so-so. But you know, it is fascinating to try things.
Yes, it must be.
Mom, what do we eat today?
What do you want to eat?
I want to eat that.
Okay. What is it?
It's spicy noodles.
What do you like to try it?
Yes, I'd like to. Here you are.
Thank you. How does it taste?
I like it. It's really good.
Mom! Taste it. It's quite delicious.
How much are these?
These are free. You can buy them. We'll buy five. How much is it?
It's $3 for a one.
Okay. Here you are. What are we going to cook with these?
We're going to cook seafood noodles.
That sounds good. Let's go buy seafood.
Okay. Hey, I'm getting hungry. What do you want to eat?
Hmm, I'm not sure. What are you in the mood for?
Well, I could go for some sushi. How about you?
Sushi sounds good! Let's go to that new sushi place downtown.
Perfect! I've heard great things about it. I'm excited to try their specialty rolls.
Me too. I've been craving some fresh seafood.
Totally! I love trying new things.
Absolutely! And maybe we can also try some of their appetizers or tempura.
Sounds like a plan. I'm already looking forward to this sushi feast.
Let's do it! I can't wait to dig into those tasty rolls.
Alright, let's grab our jackets and head out. Our sushi feast awaits us!
Why do you look so worried? What's wrong?
I have a job interview tomorrow. I'm worried I'm not prepared for it.
The key to a good interview is confidence and staying in control of your emotions. If you overthink it, you might get flustered and struggle with your answers.
I've never had an interview before, so I have no idea what to do.
Just be respectful and speak politely to the interviewer. During the interview, maintain eye contact with them as well. And make sure to show them what you can do!
So what should I wear? I think you should dress neatly, maybe a button-up shirt and some nice jeans. That will make a better impression on the interviewer.
Got it! I'll keep that in mind.
Tim, do you have any plans for this summer?
Yeah! I’m thinking about doing some volunteer work right after I graduate.
Really? That sounds cool! What kind of volunteer work?
There were some nonprofit organizations looking for volunteers to teach orphans. I actually emailed them already. It's a great opportunity for someone like me who's just starting out.
Whoa, teaching orphans? Have you ever done that before?
Nope, but they don’t require a teaching certificate, so I thought, why not? I signed up to gain experience and improved my communication skills.
But isn’t it kinda tough if you’ve never done it before?
Yeah, it might be, but I think I’ll learn a lot from it. Especially communication skills.
Lucas, why don't you have dinner?
I have a toothache. Mum. It’s been hurting since this morning whenever I eat something.
Open your mouth. Let me see. Oh my gosh, you have a cavity! I told you not to eat too many sweets. And you never brush your teeth properly.
I'm sorry mum. I won't eat so much candy from now on.
We need to see the dentist for a check-up. They will give you medicine. And if necessary, they might have to remove the decayed tooth.
But I'm scared of going to the dentist.
If you don't want more cavities, you have to listen to me and take care of your teeth properly. If you don’t go now, it’ll hurt even more later.
Yes, I understand.
Are you still at the school library? I stopped by your house but didn’t see you.
Yeah, still here, drowning in notes for tomorrow’s lesson. I'll head home soon. What's up?
That's an opera concert at the theater near our neighborhood. I know you love concerts.
What a go. Really? When?
Tomorrow night at 7! We’ll be out of school by then, perfect timing. They just started selling tickets, so we should hurry before they sell out.
How do we get the tickets?
We can grab them at the theater’s ticket machine. Or book them online to get a discount.
Ooooh, nice! Alright, I’ll head home now, then we’ll go buy them together, okay?
Okay. Hurry up. I'll be waiting.
Last summer, I had the opportunity to visit the zoo with my family to see different animals.
Great, that place must be interesting, right?
Yes! The scenery was so beautiful that my family took many pictures there. My sister and I took pictures with tigers, lions, leopards, and hippos.
Nice! I want to go there too. What's your favorite animal there?
Hippo, I think. They are much larger than I expected. They're also incredibly cute when I see them swaying their bodies after coming out of the water.
Sounds great. What about you, what animal do you like the most?
If I go to the zoo, I'll definitely check out the rabbits. They're so cute and gentle. If you want, we can go together next week.
Really? Good idea.
Anna, will you come to my house tomorrow? It's my brother's birthday.
Really? That sounds great! Do you need me to help with anything?
Nah, my brother invited his friends over, and I've already brought all the decorations to set up the house. My bother gets home from school at 5 PM, so I have about three hours to prepare. You just need to come and have fun.
But I can’t just come and play without helping! What about dinner?
Oh, no worries! My parents decided to order food from a nearby restaurant so we wouldn’t have to worry about cooking. Maybe we should get some extra snacks and soft drinks, though. There will be a lot of kids around.
Good idea! Let’s do that.
Lily, you ate the cake I left in the fridge, didn't you?
I didn't see any cake. I just got back from hanging out with my friends.
I just baked a cake for dinner, and now it’s gone! You were the only one home. Are you sure you didn't eat it?
Of course not. I came home, sat down, and watched TV. You have to believe me.
But what if you got hungry while you were out with your friends?
I swear, I didn’t eat it! When I got home, I saw the neighbor's cat walking around in the house. Maybe you left the cake on the table.
Oh, that actually makes sense. I must have forgotten. I'm so sorry, Lily.
What are you looking for?
Mom, I'm going to take the university entrance exam next year. So I think I should buy a computer for my studies.
How is the computer you're using now?
It's too old, Mom. It often has problems. When I go to college, I'll need to use a computer regularly.
Hmm… Like for doing and submitting assignments to my teachers. Sometimes, I'll even need to bring it to school.
If that's the case, then you probably need a laptop.
Yes. I'm checking with my friends to see if anyone selling a computer. I need to buy one soon to prepare for moving to the city for college.
No need, I'll take you to the store to get a new one. Using new devices will be much more convenient.
Will you come with me tomorrow?
Yes, of course! Thank you, mom.
Congratulations to your team on winning the city's basketball competition!
Thanks! Actually, it was a team effort. Everyone contributed a lot.
We can all see that you're really talented in sports. Have you ever thought about becoming a professional basketball player?
Well, at first, I started playing because I had an idol who was amazing at it. I do love basketball, but if I want to go pro, I might have to drop out of school. Plus, athletes get injured a lot, and the training is super intense.
That's true, but I think that's also the best way to sharpen your skills.
Yeah, when I graduate, I still want to keep playing basketball seriously.
That's great. Hope to see you in the big matches in the future.
Lucy. Look at this picture. This was from our vacation last summer.
Oh, yes. That was when we went back to our hometown to visit our grandparents. Have fun and make our own toys.
That was such a great time! At least we didn't have as much homework as we do now.
Do you remember this picture? That was when Dad made a beautiful little boat out of paper and wooden sticks. We fought over it and accidentally broke it. Then I cried a lot, and you had to buy me ice cream.
Shall we hang these holiday pictures on a string and decorate our desks?
Sounds great. I'll help you.
We have a group project due next week. I think instead of doing everything together, we should divide the work so everyone can focus on their strengths. Maya, you're great at research, so you could do that part. Tom, you can handle the data since you're good at organizing it.
Oh, I love doing research, so I'm happy to help.
Yeah, and I’m better with data. This will save us time.
That’s right. I’ll take care of the presentation.
Good idea! Let’s set a deadline, so we don’t rush.
Yeah, and if anyone gets stuck, we can help out.
Perfect. I'll send you both the plan.
Thanks for organizing everything.
I’m really excited about our trip! We can relax at the beach, and I also found some hiking trails nearby.
Hiking? I didn't think of that. I was only thinking about swimming and lying on the beach.
Me too! But hiking sounds like fun. We can enjoy nature and get some exercise. The trails have great views of the mountains and waterfalls.
Wow, that sounds amazing. How far is it?
Just 20 minutes away. It won't take long to get there. We can hike in the morning and relax at the beach later.
That's not bad at all. A morning hike will wake us up.
Yeah, let's do it. It'll be a great day. We can pack a picnic, too.
A picnic sounds perfect! We can bring sandwiches, fruit, and drinks.
What should we pack?
I love sandwiches! Oh, we can also bring chips and cookies.
Yummy! I can help make the sandwiches. Let’s make them before we go.
That sounds awesome. This is going to be so much fun. I can't wait for our trip.
Have you heard about the new Italian restaurant?
Yes! I saw it online. Everyone’s talking about it! The pasta looks amazing. I’m really excited to try it.
What else is on the menu?
The menu looks great. They have pizza, seafood, and more. The pizza is cooked in a wood-fired oven.
Oh really? That’s the best! It gives it a special flavor.
When does it open? I want to go as soon as possible!
This Friday. We should make a reservation to get a table.
Yes. It's going to be busy. I’ll call the restaurant and book a table for us.
What time should I tell them?
How about 7 PM? That way, we can enjoy dinner.
7 PM sounds perfect. I’m looking forward to it. I can't wait to eat the pasta and pizza.
Me too!
I think we should stick with the same plan. It’s working. But we’re not getting enough new customers. We need more people to know about our product.
I understand, but if it's working, why change it? Sales are good.
I think we should try using social media. A lot of people use it every day. We can reach more customers there.
We need to decide soon. We’re running out of time.
That could be a good idea. I just don’t want to risk changing what works.
We need to try new things, or we'll fall behind.
I see your point, but I'm not ready to agree yet. Let’s agree to disagree. We can ask the team for their thoughts.
That works for me. Hearing more opinions could help us decide.
You will collect feedback from customers, organize it, and write a report. Add some pictures too.
Could you explain that a bit more? How should I organize the feedback?
Group it by customer type: new customers and returning ones.
Okay, I understand. So I'll make two groups, one for new customers and one for returning customers.
That's right. Then look for any common points.
Got it. Should I include all the feedback or just the important parts?
Just the main points, but highlight any big trends.
Okay. And what kind of visuals do you want?
A pie chart for customer types and a bar chart for the feedback. For example, how many people liked the service, how many had problems, and so on.
Okay, a bar chart to show what people liked or didn’t like.
Exactly. Once you have that, the report will be clear and easy to read.
Thanks! That helps. I’ll start working on it now.
Great! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Why won’t this printer connect to my laptop? I’ve been trying for a long time.
It’s not that hard! Did you install the software?
No. I thought it would connect on its own.
Yeah, most printers still need you to install the driver. It’s pretty simple.
Driver? What’s that?
A driver is just a small program that helps your computer connect to the printer. Without it, they can't work together.
How do I get the driver?
It's simple. Go to the official website, download the software for your laptop, and follow instructions.
Oh, I'm not good at this stuff.
Trust me, once you’ve done it a few times, it’s easy. Like I said, it's not that hard.
Alright, alright. I’ll try not to mess it up.
You won't mess it up. Just follow the steps, and it'll work fine.
Okay. Okay. I'll give it a try.
Call me if something doesn’t work.
I will. Thanks a lot.
So, what do you guys think of the new website design?
I like the clean, modern look, but I'm not sure if it matches the customer's brand.
To be honest, I'm not sure either. The design is really good, but I think it might be too modern for them. They have a more traditional style.
Yeah, I agree. I like the design, but I'm not sure if it'll fit the customer's audience.
Yeah, that's what I'm worried about. Maybe we should make it simpler and add some traditional elements.
That could work. Or we could show them two versions, one more modern, and one that’s closer to their current style.
Good idea. That way they can choose what they like. And we're not taking too much of a risk.
Okay, let’s do that. I’ll start working on the second version.
My parents want me to visit every weekend, but I also need time for myself. Sometimes it's just too much.
I completely understand your point of view. You want to spend time with them, but you also need your own space.
Exactly. I feel bad when I say no, but I’m so tired after work.
You shouldn't feel bad. It's important to take a break and rest.
Yeah, but they always make me feel like I'm not doing enough.
Maybe you can talk to them about how you feel. Family members should talk about their feelings.
Should I?
You should. Communication is key. When you talk things out, it’s easier than you think. You also feel more comfortable.
I think I'll try. Thanks for listening.
I think we should go camping this weekend. It’ll be fun to get away from the city for a while.
Could you explain that a bit more? Why camping? We could also go somewhere else.
Well, I feel like we’ve been spending too much time indoors lately. A weekend in nature might help us relax. Also, we can make a campfire and roast marshmallows together.
That sounds nice, but camping is a lot of work. Setting up tents, cooking. It’s not as easy as just relaxing on the beach.
Oh, I know, but we could rent a cabin. That way we still enjoy nature, but without all the hard work.
Now that sounds better. A cabin sounds cozy, and we can still hike and enjoy the outdoors.
Let's look for cabins nearby.
I’ve started drinking green smoothies every morning. They give me a lot of energy.
That's interesting. I drink coffee every day, but I still feel tired in the afternoon.
I used to drink a lot of coffee, too, but now I drink herbal tea instead. It doesn't have much caffeine, but it keeps me calm and focused.
I heard somewhere that too much caffeine can make you feel tired later.
That’s why I’m trying to get my energy from natural things, like fruits and vegetables.
Maybe I should try that. But making smoothies every day sounds difficult. It's not typical at all.
I just put some bananas and berries in the blender. It only takes five minutes.
That's right! Smoothies are great! They’re easy, and you get a lot of vitamins in one drink. I usually add yogurt to mine.
That sounds easy enough. I'll try making smoothies this week instead of drinking coffee all the time.
Yeah, give it a try. I think I'll feel more awake and healthy.