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i want to become an author.

An author is the creator or originator of any written work such as a book or play, and is thus also a writer. More broadly defined, an author is "the person who originated or gave existence to anything" and whose authorship determines responsibility for what was created. Typically, the first owner of a copyright is the person who created the work i.e. the author. If more than one person created the work, then a case of joint authorship can be made provided some criteria are met. In the copyright laws of various jurisdictions, there is a necessity for little flexibility regarding what constitutes authorship. The United States Copyright Office, for example, defines copyright as "a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States (title 17, U.S. Code) to authors of "original works of authorship". Holding the title of "author" over any "literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, [or] certain other intellectual works" gives rights to this person, the owner of the copyright, especially the exclusive right to engage in or authorize any production or distribution of their work. Any person or entity wishing to use intellectual property held under copyright must receive permission from the copyright holder to use this work, and often will be asked to pay for the use of copyrighted material. Max: hello, i would like to become an author John: An Author is the creator or originator of any written work Max: that is why it appeals to me, to be able to create my own written work John: Their work includes books or plays Max: i would love to write fiction books John: Typically the first owner of a copyright is the person who created the work Max: i think it last the lifetime of the author and 70 years after their death or something like that John: If more than one person created the work, then a case of joint authorship can be made provided some criteria are met

i only eat organic food.

Whole Foods Market Inc. is an American supermarket chain that specializes in selling food products without artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats. It has 473 stores in North America and the United Kingdom. On August 23, 2017, it was reported that the Federal Trade Commission approved the merger between Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market. The following day it was announced that the deal would be closed on August 28, 2017. In 1978, Mackey and Renee Lawson borrowed $45,000 from family and friends to open a small vegetarian natural foods store called SaferWay in Austin, (the name being a spoof of Safeway). When the two were evicted from their apartment for storing food products in it, they decided to live at the store. Because it was zoned for commercial use, there was no shower stall, so they bathed using a water hose attached to their dishwasher. Two years later, John Mackey and Renee Lawson partnered with Craig Weller and Mark Skiles to merge SaferWay with the latter's Clarksville Natural Grocery, resulting in the opening of the original Whole Foods Market, which included meat products. At and with a staff of 19, the store was quite large in comparison to the standard health food store of the time. Ana: Have you ever shopped at Whole Foods Market? Cameron: Yeah, a lot of it is great quality but the prices can be absurd. Ana: They recently merged with Amazon in August 2017. Cameron: Oh yeah I noticed that, it's pretty crazy! Ana: Whole Foods now has 473 stores in North America and the UK Cameron: Only the US and UK? I would've though that they were more global. Ana: Yep, just those two countries. It was founded with a loan of $45000 in 1978 and was initially called Cameron: 1978 is quite a while back, but I guess that isn't as old as Walmart or anything.

i enjoying keeping up with the news and learning about political issues.

Donald John Trump (born June 14, 1946) is the 45th and current President of the United States, in office since January 20, 2017. Before entering politics, he was a businessman and television personality. Trump was born and grew up in the New York City borough of Queens and earned an economics degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Trump took over running his family's real estate business in 1971, renamed it The Trump Organization, and expanded it to involve constructing and renovating skyscrapers, hotels, casinos, and golf courses. He also started various side ventures, including branding and licensing his name for real estate and luxury consumer products. He managed the company until his 2017 inauguration. Trump also gained prominence in the media and entertainment fields. He co-authored several books (most notably "The Art of the Deal"), and from 2003 to 2015 he was a producer and the host of "The Apprentice", a reality television game show. Trump owned the Miss Universe and Miss USA beauty pageants from 1996 to 2015. According to "Forbes" magazine, he was the world's 544th richest person , with an estimated net worth of $3.5 billion. Trump entered the 2016 presidential race as a Republican and defeated sixteen opponents in the primaries. George: I love following politics and Donald Trump. Trump is so interesting and managed his own company until he became President in 2017? Isabelle: I am not the biggest fan of him but he definitely does some interesting things. George: I have mixed feelings about him. His 100th day of being President was 4/29/2017 - seems a lot longer ago! Isabelle: Seems like he's been in office for ages at this point to be honest but we still have a ways to go George: He has done some good things, though. Unemployment is really low and he made some gun sales illegal. Isabelle: Can't really argue with those two points. What else can you tell me about him? George: He doesn't even take a salary because according to Forbes he's the 544th richest person in the world, worth over $3.5 million. Isabelle: Honestly, that's less than I expected but still a ridiculous amount of money.

i have two dogs , one pitbull and old english bulldog.

A Bulldog is a medium-sized breed of dog commonly referred to as the English Bulldog or British Bulldog. It is a muscular, hefty dog with a wrinkled face and a distinctive pushed-in nose. The American Kennel Club (AKC), The Kennel Club (UK), and the United Kennel Club (UKC) oversee breeding records. The Bulldog Club of America (BCA) maintains the standard of excellence for the guidance of breeders, owners and judges in the United States. Bulldogs were the fourth most popular purebred in the US in 2016 according to the American Kennel Club. Bulldogs have a longstanding association with British culture, as the BBC wrote: "to many the Bulldog is a national icon, symbolising pluck and determination." During World War II, Bulldogs were often likened to Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his defiance of Nazi Germany. When the English immigrated to America, their Bulldog came with them. A few dedicated bulldog fanciers formed the Bulldog Club of America in 1890 and it was incorporated under the laws of the State of New York on November 29, 1904. Bulldogs have characteristically wide heads and shoulders along with a pronounced mandibular prognathism. There are generally thick folds of skin on the brow; round, black, wide-set eyes; a short muzzle with characteristic folds called a rope or nose roll above the nose; hanging skin under the neck; drooping lips and pointed teeth, and an underbite with an upturned jaw. Alexandria: I have two dogs, one pitbull and one english bulldog. My bulldog is muscular with a wrinkled face. Have you seen bulldogs? Javier: Yes I've seen bulldogs, they have such a cute face! Alexandria: Yes and they were the fourth most popular purebred in 2016! Have you seen them do tricks? Javier: No I can't say that I've ever seen them do tricks. Are they particularly good at tricks? Alexandria: I'm not sure actually haha. Often during World War II, Bulldogs were associated to Winston Churchill. So they are popular anyways! Javier: Why were they associated with Churchill? Did he have a couple? Alexandria: Well Bulldogs have had a longstanding association with the British culture. So I think he had at least one! Javier: Cool. Are bulldogs used for anything useful? was there a task they were bred for?

i volunteer at the local humane society.

A humane society is a group that aims to stop human or animal suffering due to cruelty or other reasons. In many countries, the term is used mostly for societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals (SPCA). In the United Kingdom, it may also be a society that provides a waterways rescue, prevention, and recovery service, or that gives awards for the saving of human life (see: Royal Humane Society). The first Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), based on the British Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), was set up in Victoria in 1871. This was followed by New South Wales in 1873; South Australia in 1875; Tasmania in 1878; Queensland in 1883; Western Australia in 1892; Australian Capital Territory in 1955 and Darwin in 1965. The Royal Warrant was given to the WA SPCA in 1920, followed by NSW SPCA in 1923, South Australia in 1937, Queensland in 1955, Tasmania in 1956 and Victoria in 1956. The national organisation, RSPCA Australia, was formed in 1981 to give a national voice on policy matters and advise the federal government on animal welfare issues. The first SPCA in Canada was the Canadian SPCA founded in Montreal in 1869. The other societies developed on a regional basis and now 123 societies are represented at a federal level by the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies. Adam: I like to volunteer at the local Humane Society on the weekends. It's an enriching and rewarding experience. Jocelyn: Thats awesome, great way to spend extra time ! That is the group that wants to stop human or animal suffering due to cruelty correct? Adam: That's correct! It's great we get to help so many animals in need. Some people don't consider how much they suffer or endure pain like we do. Jocelyn: People can be so cruel. I will never understand how they can treat animals poorly. The prevention of cruelty to animals group is called the SPCA. Have you ever heard of it? Adam: Yes, I have heard of it before. We actually partner with them sometimes in a community about an hour from me. Jocelyn: That's cool community is a very important thing. I have never volunteered anywhere like a Humane Society, what is it like? Adam: It depends on your job for that day. Sometimes you may help clean areas, or you may help clean or care or care for animals brought in. Other times we may have community outreach. Jocelyn: I really enjoy doing community outreach events. Let me know when you do one next and I could help out !

i love the outdoors.

Hiking is the preferred term, in Canada and the United States, for a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails (footpaths), in the countryside, while the word walking is used for shorter, particularly urban walks. On the other hand, in the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland, the word "walking" is acceptable to describe "all forms" of walking, whether it is a walk in the park or backpacking in the Alps. The word hiking is also often used in the UK, along with rambling (a slightly old-fashioned term), hillwalking, and fell walking (a term mostly used for hillwalking in northern England). The term bushwalking is endemic to Australia, having been adopted by the Sydney Bush Walkers club in 1927. In New Zealand a long, vigorous walk or hike is called tramping. It is a popular activity with numerous worldwide, and studies suggest that all forms of walking have health benefits. In the United States, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, and United Kingdom, hiking means walking outdoors on a trail, or off trail, for recreational purposes. A day hike refers to a hike that can be completed in a single day. However, in the United Kingdom, the word walking is also used, as well as rambling, while walking in mountainous areas is called hillwalking. Leah: I love going for hikes whenever I have free time. George: I enjoy it too. Hiking refers to long walks on trails or in the country. Walks refer the shorter urban walks. I like both Leah: Yea nature walks on trails are relaxing, but hikes are grindy and fun. George: I find it interesting in the U.K. and Republic of Ireland walking refers to any type of walking at all. Leah: That is funny. Maybe because hiking and nature walking are both normal in a person's life so the word is no different. George: I like your thought on that. I think my favorite term for hiking comes from New Zealand, they call hiking, tramping. Leah: Interesting, I have never heard of that word. Sounds like a harsh word which might translate to harsh hikes. George: Quite possible! I've only ever went on day hikes that were completed in a single day. I think I'd like to try for a longer one someday

i used to own several casinos.

A casino is a facility which houses and accommodates certain types of gambling activities. The industry that deals in casinos is called the gaming industry. Casinos are most commonly built near or combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, cruise ships or other tourist attractions. There is much debate over whether the social and economic consequences of casino gambling outweigh the initial revenue that may be generated. Some casinos are also known for hosting live entertainment events, such as stand-up comedy, concerts, and sporting events. The term "casino" is a confusing linguistic false friend for translators. "Casino" is of Italian origin; the root "casa" (house) originally meant a small country villa, summerhouse, or social club. During the 19th century, the term "casino" came to include other public buildings where pleasurable activities took place; such edifices were usually built on the grounds of a larger Italian villa or palazzo, and were used to host civic town functions, including dancing, gambling, music listening, and sports; examples in Italy include Villa Farnese and Villa Giulia, and in the US the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island. In modern-day Italian—the source-language of the word—a "casino" is either a brothel (also called "casa chiusa", literally "closed house"), a mess, or a noisy environment, while a gaming house is spelt "casinò", with an accent.. Not all casinos were used for gaming. Max: i have never really spent time at a casino Robert: My fiance works in the casino, where he deals table games, there are different types of gambling activities there as well Max: what exactly does he deal there? Robert: He does all the table games in the gaming industry, like poker, black jack and craps Max: that's cool do you support his job choice? It might seem like fun Robert: It is alright, since the one he works at has a hotel and restaurant inside he gets lot of free stays and free food, so I can't complain haha Max: yum you can never complain about free food girl! My partner never gets me food lol Robert: He even sometimes get tickets to the various events they have there like stand up comedy and concerts, but we can't usually go because of our kids haha. No way, I would demand food from your partner :) Max: oh yeah see now my guy has no excuse we have no kids so he only has to feed me! That is really cool! You better milk it Robert: Haha i try, too bad there is no cruise ship or other tourist attracts at the one he works at maybe we could get some free cruises Max: that's when you need to bargain with him and get him to work at a cruise instead!

sometimes i like to visit thrift shops.

A charity shop or thrift shop is a retail establishment run by a charitable organization to raise money. Charity shops are a type of social enterprise. They sell mainly used goods such as clothing, books, music albums, home videos, and furniture donated by members of the public, and are often staffed by volunteers. Because the items for sale were obtained for free, and business costs are low, the items can be sold at competitive prices. After costs are paid, all remaining income from the sales is used in accord with the organization's stated charitable purpose. Costs include purchase and/or depreciation of fixtures (clothing racks, bookshelves, counters, etc. ), operating costs (maintenance, municipal service fees, electricity, heat, telephone, limited advertising) and the building lease or mortgage. Charity shops may also be referred to as thrift stores (in the United States and Canada), hospice shops, resale shops (a term that in the U.S. also covers consignment shops), and opportunity (or op) shops (in Australia and New Zealand). One of the earliest charity shops was set up by the Wolverhampton Society for the Blind (now called the Beacon Centre for the Blind) in 1899 to sell goods made by blind people to raise money for the Society. Destiny: I love going to thrift shops! You never know what kind of gems will be found! Daisy: Yeah, A charity shop or thrift shop is a retail establishment that usually is set up to raise money Destiny: So, you are saying the profits are used for the benefit of others? Daisy: Most of the time yes, They are a social enterprise Destiny: That makes me feel better about shopping there. When did thrift shops start popping up? Daisy: They have been around for years but They sell mainly used goods such as clothing, books, music albums, home videos Destiny: Who are some of the biggest players in the thrift shop sector? Daisy: I think Goodwill is still the biggest. Because the items for sale were obtained for free, and business costs are low Destiny: Who specifically do their profits go towards helping? Daisy: It depends on the company. One of the earliest charity shops was set up by the Wolverhampton Society they sent the money to the blind.

my favorite animals are dolphins.

Dolphins are a widely distributed and diverse group of aquatic mammals. They are an informal grouping within the order Cetacea, excluding whales and porpoises, so to zoologists the grouping is paraphyletic. The dolphins comprise the extant families Delphinidae (the oceanic dolphins), Platanistidae (the Indian river dolphins), Iniidae (the new world river dolphins), and Pontoporiidae (the brackish dolphins), and the extinct Lipotidae (baiji or Chinese river dolphin). There are 40 extant species of dolphins. Dolphins, alongside other cetaceans, belong to the clade Cetartiodactyla with even-toed ungulates. Cetaceans' closest living relatives are the hippopotamuses, having diverged about 40 million years ago. Dolphins range in size from the long and Maui's dolphin to the and killer whale. Several species exhibit sexual dimorphism, in that the males are larger than females. They have streamlined bodies and two limbs that are modified into flippers. Though not quite as flexible as seals, some dolphins can travel at . Dolphins use their conical shaped teeth to capture fast moving prey. They have well-developed hearing which is adapted for both air and water and is so well developed that some can survive even if they are blind. Katherine: My favorite mammal is a dolphin! There are so many kinds of dolphins that are widely distributed around the world! Mikayla: Fun! I once seen a pack of porpoises while boating. I think they're in the same family as dolphins? Katherine: Yes they are! There are actually 40 species of dolphins to be exact! Mikayla: Wow, have you seen many different kinds? Katherine: Personally no, not close up, which is odd considering I live in Florida and that dolphins can range from the size of relatively small to the size of a killer whale! Mikayla: What? I had no idea they could get that big. Do you know if they can be aggressive? You always heard about dolphins being friendly. Katherine: Dolphins arent known to be aggressive toward humans but they do go after theyre prey! They use conical shaped teeth to catch the fast moving prey! Mikayla: Neat! They do seem to be very agile. What do they eat?

i love the beach.

A beach is a landform alongside a body of water which consists of loose particles. The particles composing a beach are typically made from rock, such as sand, gravel, shingle, pebbles, or cobblestones. The particles can also be biological in origin, such as mollusc shells or coralline algae. Some beaches have man-made infrastructure, such as lifeguard posts, changing rooms, and showers. They may also have hospitality venues (such as resorts, camps, hotels, and restaurants) nearby. Wild beaches, also known as undeveloped or undiscovered beaches, are not developed in this manner. Wild beaches can be valued for their untouched beauty and preserved nature. Beaches typically occur in areas along the coast where wave or current action deposits and reworks sediments. Although the seashore is most commonly associated with the word "beach", beaches are also found by lakes and alongside large rivers. "Beach" may refer to: The former are described in detail below; the larger geological units are discussed elsewhere under bars. There are several conspicuous parts to a beach that relate to the processes that form and shape it. The part mostly above water (depending upon tide), and more or less actively influenced by the waves at some point in the tide, is termed the beach berm. Payton: The beach is one of my favorite vacation spots. Its a landform alongside a large body of water. Michelle: I could spend a great deal of time at the beach. I like how each separate period of the day creates a whole new experience. Payton: The sand feels so good under your feet. Beaches can also have gravel, pebblies, or rock. Michelle: I like when the weather is mild, but there is a strong breeze. The swaying of the waves is quite serene. Payton: There are also wild beach that are untouched and underdeveloped. Michelle: Probably a haven for a great deal of wildlife. Payton: I definitely agree. Also, sand is actually made from mollusc shells or coralline algae. Michelle: I think that explains why it can wreak havoc with glass, because those can be naturally very sharp.

i am a veteran.

A military is a force authorized to use lethal or deadly force and weapons to support the interests of the state and some or all of its citizens. It typically consists of an Army, Navy, Air Force, and in certain countries the Marines and Coast Guard. The task of the military is usually defined as defence of the state, and its citizens, and the prosecution of war against another state. The military may also have additional sanctioned and non-sanctioned functions within a society, including, the promotion of a political agenda, protecting corporate economic interests, internal population control, construction, emergency services, social ceremonies, and guarding important areas. The military may also function as a discrete subculture within a larger civil society, through the development of separate infrastructures, which may include housing, schools, utilities, logistics, health and medical, law, food production, finance and banking. In broad usage, the terms "armed forces" and "military" are often treated as synonymous, although in technical usage a distinction is sometimes made in which a country's armed forces may include both its military and other paramilitary forces. Armed force is the use of armed forces to achieve political objectives. Makayla: Of the branches of the military in the US, I know someone from every branch except the Coast Guard. Cody: Really? I have always wanted to know more about the coast guard and military in general as I have no experience with either Makayla: The Coast Guard is a life saving unit and wasn't actually considered a branch until 1915. Cody: What are the requirements to join or be accepted into the coast guard? Makayla: I'm not sure, but would think similar to other branches: part of signing up for draft, then sign up and pass physical. Cody: Does the coast guard help with border control? Makayla: I know for sure the coast guard is also a border guard in Germany and the Ukraine. I THINK it also does in the US. Cody: How many people are in the coast guard?

my hobby creating houses out of matches.

David Mach (born 18 March 1956 in Methil, Fife) is a Scottish sculptor and installation artist. Mach's artistic style is based on flowing assemblages of mass-produced objects. Typically these include magazines,vicious teddy bears,newspapers, car tyres, match sticks and coat hangers. Many of his installations are temporary and constructed in public spaces. One example of his early magazine pieces, "Adding Fuel to the Fire", was an installation assembled from an old truck and several cars surrounded and subsumed by about 100 tons of magazines, individually arranged to create the impression that the vehicles were being caught in an explosion of flames and billowing smoke. An early influential sculpture was "Polaris," exhibited outside the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London in 1983. This consisted of some 6000 car tyres arranged as a lifesize replica of a Polaris submarine. Mach intended it as a protest against the nuclear arms race meant to stir controversy. A member of the public who took exception to the piece tried to burn it down; unfortunately, he got caught in the flames himself and suffered fatal burns. In the early 1980s Mach started to produce some smaller-scale works assembled out of unstruck match sticks. Derek: I have been bored lately, and decided to start building houses out of matchsticks! It is a lot of fun! Travis: David Mach is a Scottish sculptor and installation artist who does similar things. He makes great artwork! Derek: Really? That's awesome! I should read more about him, I bet he could give me more creative ideas! Travis: Oh yes. Typically his sculptures involve magazines, newspapers, car tires and other similar objects. Derek: Wow! That sounds more interesting than using match sticks! Travis: He had an early, very influential sculpture called "Polaris" that he exhibited outside the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre in London in 1983. Derek: Wow. And here I was so proud of my match stick house that is more of a leaning shack than anything. LOL Travis: Hey, keep practicing one day and you'll get there! Also, about Polaris, it was interesting because it was made from 6000 car tires arranged as a life size replica of a Polaris submarine! Derek: Holy cow! Well, I have 4 car tires - it's a start, right?? Travis: Hey, you never know! Give it a shot. In the early 1980s, Mach produced some smaller scale works that were assembled out of unstruck match sticks as well! So even he started out small!

i hate talking to people.

The trait of extraversion–introversion is a central dimension of human personality theories. The terms "introversion" and "extraversion" were popularized by Carl Jung, although both the popular understanding and psychological usage differ from his original intent. Extraversion tends to be manifested in outgoing, talkative, energetic behavior, whereas introversion is manifested in more reserved and solitary behavior. Virtually all comprehensive models of personality include these concepts in various forms. Examples include the Big Five model, Jung's analytical psychology, Hans Eysenck's three-factor model, Raymond Cattell's 16 personality factors, the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, and the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator. Extraversion and introversion are typically viewed as a single continuum, so to be high in one necessitates being low in the other. Carl Jung and the developers of the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator provide a different perspective and suggest that everyone has both an extraverted side and an introverted side, with one being more dominant than the other. Rather than focusing on interpersonal behavior, however, Jung defined introversion as an "attitude-type characterised by orientation in life through subjective psychic contents" (focus on one's inner psychic activity) and extraversion as "an attitude type characterised by concentration of interest on the external object" (focus on the outside world). Cristian: Are you an introvert or an extrovert? I think I'm a mix of both Caitlyn: I believe I am an introvert rather than an extrovert. Cristian: Do you read a lot of psychology? Apparently someone names Carl Jung came up with the terms introvery and extrovert Caitlyn: I studied a bit of psychology during my MBA, but I didn't hear too much about Carl Jung. Can you tell me more about him? Cristian: Well I know he's Swiss and worked with Sigmund Freud but not much more. Caitlyn: I see, Sigmund Freud is well known in the field of psychology. Cristian: Yea, probably because his theories are so provocative! I honestly don't believe all of my actions are subconsciously motivated by sexual dsires! Caitlyn: Indeed, Sigmund Freud has interesting theories. Tell me more about introverts. What are common signs for introverts

i like to kayak.

Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across water. It is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle. A kayak is a low-to-the-water, canoe-like boat in which the paddler sits facing forward, legs in front, using a double-bladed paddle to pull front-to-back on one side and then the other in rotation. Most kayaks have closed decks, although sit-on-top and inflatable kayaks are growing in popularity as well. Kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit, formerly known as Eskimos, of the northern Arctic regions. They used driftwood and sometimes the skeleton of whale, to construct the frame of the kayak, and animal skin, particularly seal skin was used to create the body. The main purpose for creating the kayak, which literally translates to "hunter's boat" was for hunting and fishing. The kayak's stealth capabilities, allowed for the hunter to sneak up behind animals on the shoreline, and successfully catch their prey. By the mid-1800s the kayak became increasingly popular and the Europeans became interested. German and French men began kayaking for sport. In 1931, a man named Adolf Anderle became the first person to kayak down the Salzachofen Gorge, this is where the birthplace of modern-day white-water kayaking is believed to have begun. Kevin: Have you ever gone Kayaking? It's a great exercise! Elijah: Yes, I actually have kayaked at a river, it was fun! Except for fear of snakes falling from the trees above! Kevin: Oh no! Well I'm glad that didn't happen. Kayaking is not only great for exercise but you can move all across the water which is great for sightseeing. Elijah: Yes, that's true, and it can be very peaceful, let's you get in touch with nature too. Kevin: There's kayaking and also canoeing, which is a little bit different. Have you ever gone canoeing? Elijah: No, i haven't canoed, what's the difference? Kevin: Canoeing is different because the sitting position of the paddler is different and the number of blades on the paddle. Elijah: Oh, gotcha. I'm sure it's fun too. Do you canoe in bodies of water similar to a river? Kevin: Yep you can canoe in bodies of water like a river! They're also used for racing, touring and camping, and other things! Elijah: Well, definitely great exercise and building upper body strength too!

my favorite color is blue.

Blue is one of the three primary colours of pigments in painting and traditional colour theory, as well as in the RGB colour model. It lies between violet and green on the spectrum of visible light. The eye perceives blue when observing light with a dominant wavelength between approximately 450 and 495 nanometres. Most blues contain a slight mixture of other colors; azure contains some green, while ultramarine contains some violet. The clear daytime sky and the deep sea appear blue because of an optical effect known as Rayleigh scattering. An optical effect called Tyndall scattering explains blue eyes. Distant objects appear more blue because of another optical effect called atmospheric perspective. Blue has been an important colour in art and decoration since ancient times. The semi-precious stone lapis lazuli was used in ancient Egypt for jewellery and ornament and later, in The Renaissance, to make the pigment ultramarine, the most expensive of all pigments. In the eighth century Chinese artists used cobalt blue to colour fine blue and white porcelain. In the Middle Ages, European artists used it in the windows of Cathedrals. Europeans wore clothing coloured with the vegetable dye woad until it was replaced by the finer indigo from America. Alex: One of my favorite colors is blue. It lies between violet and green on the light spectrum. Skylar: I love blue!!! I wonder where the pigment comes from in the earth? Alex: It comes from many sources. The semi-precious stone lapis lazuli was used in both Ancient Egypt and later on in The Renaissance to make various pigments. Skylar: That's interesting. What kind of art media was it first made into? Alex: The Ancient Egyptians used it for jewellery and ornaments and during the Renaissance it was used to make the pigment ultramarine, a very expensive pigment. Skylar: Oh wow so much uses! So how old is the color blue exactly? Alex: Well, Egyptian civilization followed prehistoric Egypt and came together around 3100 BC. Skylar: Was it the first pigment to be discovered or were others before blue?

i want to be a journalist but instead i sell washers at sears.

Sears, Roebuck and Company, colloquially known as Sears, is an American chain of department stores founded by Richard Warren Sears and Alvah Curtis Roebuck in 1892 and 1906. Formerly based at the Sears Tower in Chicago and currently headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, the operation began as a mail ordering catalog company and began opening retail locations in 1925. The first location was in Evansville, Indiana. The company was bought by the management of the American big box chain Kmart in 2005, the Kmart management formed Sears Holdings upon completion of the merger. In terms of domestic revenue, Sears was the largest retailer in the United States until October 1989, when Walmart surpassed the record. As of 2017, Sears is the 23rd largest retailer in the United States overall. Sears had divisions in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico, but were sold as well as several other subsidiaries within its brand. Richard Warren Sears came from a wealthy family, but lost it all in speculation. Sears then started working as a railroad station agent in North Redwood, Minnesota, as well as in Minneapolis. While in Redwood, a jeweler received an impressive shipment of watches which were unwanted. Owen: Sears may be the 23rd largest retailer in the United States, but I think Amazon is going to buy them out. Tanner: Sears is a done deal! They closed so many stores already. Owen: I think department stoes in general are a done deal. You can buy all your appliance, toys, cosmetics and houseware online. I just imagine that Sears would be a good buy for Amazon as a more distributed micro-warehousing opportunity. Tanner: Exactly. Toys R Us shut down for good this week too. So sad. Owen: Amazon and Jeff Bezos have exposed the weakness of national stores compared to the efficience of e-commerce. I shed no tears and have no nostalgia for the dionsaurs. Tanner: But Toys R Us is a landmark of my childhood... I loved going in the store and hoping mom was gonna let me pick a toy! Owen: Yeah... but don't get too nostalgic about anything else. Ever since Bezos founded Amazon.com in 1994, he has been the primary horsman of the apocalypse for old business. Tanner: He has done an amazing job I agree. They just bought the future of medicine too. With on-line doctors and mail-order prescriptions coming soon.

i enjoy watching horror flicks.

A horror film is a movie that seeks to elicit a physiological reaction, such as an elevated heartbeat, through the use of fear and shocking one’s audiences. Initially often inspired by literature from authors like Edgar Allan Poe, Bram Stoker and Mary Shelley, horror has existed as a film genre for more than a century. The macabre and the supernatural are frequent themes. Horror may also overlap with the fantasy, supernatural fiction and thriller genres. Horror films often aim to evoke viewers' nightmares, fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown. Plots within the horror genre often involve the intrusion of an evil force, event, or personage into the everyday world. Prevalent elements include ghosts, aliens, vampires, werewolves, demons, satanism, gore, torture, vicious animals, evil witches, monsters, zombies, cannibals, psychopaths, natural or man-made disasters, and serial killers. Some subgenres of horror film include action horror, comedy horror, body horror, disaster horror, holiday horror, horror drama, psychological horror, science fiction horror, slasher horror, supernatural horror, gothic horror, natural horror, zombie horror, first-person horror and teen horror. The first depictions of supernatural events appear in several of the silent shorts created by the film pioneer Georges Méliès in the late 1890s, the best known being "Le Manoir du Diable", which is sometimes credited as being the first horror film. Devin: I love horror films because they elicit a physiological reaction to the audience! Dominic: Horror movies are my favorite types of film too! I love the suspense and scares. Devin: Horror films were inspired by authors such as Edgar Allen Poe and Bram Stoker Dominic: I have heard of Edgar Allen Poe before, he wrote some rather dark stuff. I could definitely see how he inspired horror films! Devin: I love how horror films focus on the macabre and the supernatural! Dominic: Yes, they have a very unique style of how they incorporate ideas and themes. Devin: The objective is to evoke views nightmares, fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown! Dominic: Oh I know how nightmares come from horror movies, I experienced that as a child!

my favorite food is strawberries.

The garden strawberry (or simply strawberry; Fragaria × ananassa) is a widely grown hybrid species of the genus "Fragaria", collectively known as the strawberries. It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The fruit is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is consumed in large quantities, either fresh or in such prepared foods as preserves, juice, pies, ice creams, milkshakes, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavorings and aromas are also widely used in many products like lip gloss, candy, hand sanitizers, perfume, and many others. The garden strawberry was first bred in Brittany, France, in the 1750s via a cross of "Fragaria virginiana" from eastern North America and "Fragaria chiloensis", which was brought from Chile by Amédée-François Frézier in 1714. Cultivars of "Fragaria" × "ananassa" have replaced, in commercial production, the woodland strawberry ("Fragaria vesca"), which was the first strawberry species cultivated in the early 17th century. The strawberry is not, from a botanical point of view, a berry. Technically, it is an aggregate accessory fruit, meaning that the fleshy part is derived not from the plant's ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries. Shelby: I LOVE that it's strawberry season right now! One of my very favorite berries, along with the blackberry. Do you have a favorite? Javier: I really like strawberries too. They are cultivated worldwide, so you can get them in a lot of areas. Do you pick your own? Shelby: No! Though I love the idea. And I remember my mom trying to grow them in those strawberry pots! How about you? Javier: We have some in are garden that are ripe right now actually! I love their characteristic aroma and juicy texture and sweetness. Great in cereal! Shelby: Hearing that is making my mouth water. I think a good classic strawberries and some *real* whipped cream has got to be my favorite. Or a strawberry margarita ;-) Javier: Yes I completely agree with you there! It's funny that the strawberry flavoring is very common in lip gloss, candy, hand sanitizes... It's a popular berry! Shelby: It's got to be the most popular, right? Or at least the most commonly used. I do remember loving my Bonne Bell strawberry lip gloss. Do you have a second favorite berry? Javier: There are so many types to choose from like raspberries, red currant, blackberries. But I think my favorite is the blueberry! What about you?

i wish i could live in iceland.

Iceland (; , ) is a Nordic island country of Europe located in the North Atlantic Ocean. It has a population of and an area of , making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population. Iceland is volcanically and geologically active. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains, and glaciers, while many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle. Its high latitude and marine influence keep summers chilly, with most of the archipelago having a tundra climate. According to the ancient manuscript "Landnámabók", the settlement of Iceland began in 874 AD when the Norwegian chieftain Ingólfr Arnarson became the first permanent settler on the island. In the following centuries, Norwegians, and to a lesser extent other Scandinavians, emigrated to Iceland, bringing with them thralls (i.e. slaves or serfs) of Gaelic origin. The island was governed as an independent commonwealth under the Althing, one of the world's oldest functioning legislative assemblies. Amber: Hi, What do you know about Iceland? Isabel: Besides being the land of Bjork and a rich mythology? ;-) I haven't been, but love seeing the photos of its natural beauty -- so unusual with sand and lava fields, along with mountains and glaciers. Have you been? Amber: Yeah the country looks absolutely beautiful :) i haven't been there either but i heard there the nicest people. Do you plan to visit in the next few years? Isabel: I would love to! I know lots of people use the capital Reykyavik as "home base" from which to explore. Amber: Its definitely going to be one for this year or next! Thanks for the tip i'll keep that in mind. When do you think would be the best time of year to visit? Isabel: That, I would have to investigate. Interestingly, it evidently has a temperate climate despite it's location just outside the Arctic Circle -- it's the Gulf Stream that keeps it warmer. Amber: Wow i never knew that! Thats cool. What else do you know about Iceland? Isabel: Well I don't want to overstate the temperature! I do think it's temperate despite its location -- but summers are still comparatively chilly, with a tundra climate ;-) Amber: I'll be sure to prepare wisely for the weather :) Iceland is so interesting! what else could you tell me? Isabel: Hmmmm...well its settlement began back in 874 AD when Norwegian chieftan Ingolfr Arnarson became the first permanent settler on the island! Amber: Thank you! take care.

i have a dog and we go for walks.

The Welsh Corgi, sometimes known as just a Corgi (, Welsh for "dwarf dog"; plural "corgis" or occasionally the etymologically consistent "corgwn" ()), is a small type of herding dog that originated in Wales. Two separate breeds are recognized: the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Historically, the Pembroke has been attributed to the influx of dogs alongside Flemish weavers from around the 10th century, while the Cardigan is attributed to the dogs brought with Norse settlers, in particular a common ancestor of the Swedish Vallhund. A certain degree of interbreeding between the two types has been suggested to explain the similarities between the two. The Pembroke is the more popular breed of dog, with the Cardigan Welsh Corgi appearing on The Kennel Club's list of Vulnerable Native Breeds. There are several physical differences between the two types according to the breed standards: the Cardigan is larger overall, both in weight and in height. Traditionally, the tails were of different shapes, but docking had previously been used. With regards to their health, according to a 2004 survey, they both had similar lifespans, although kidney or urethral conditions are more likely in the Pembrokes. Jenna: I have a small Welsh Corgi that i often take for a walk. It is a type of herding dog Jacqueline: That's excellent! Is it a male or female, and what color is it? Jenna: It is a white female of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed Jacqueline: That sounds great. I really enjoy German Shepherds and Retrievers Jenna: My cousin has a German Shepherd too. He called it Alsatian as he grew up in Ireland Jacqueline: That's a great name. I love dogs. They truly are man's best friend Jenna: It is not a name. Alsatian is what they call the breed in Britain and Ireland. Jacqueline: Oh, my misunderstanding. I will have to check out that breed.

my favorite author is stephen king.

Stephen Edwin King (born September 21, 1947) is an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. King has published 54 novels, including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman, and six non-fiction books. He has written around 200 short stories, most of which have been collected in book collections. His novella "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption" was the basis for the film "The Shawshank Redemption" which is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time and was in fact voted the greatest film of all time by "Empire" magazine readers in "The 201 Greatest Movies of All Time" poll in March, 2006. Many of his stories are set in his home state of Maine. King was born September 21, 1947, in Portland, Maine. His father, Donald Edwin King, was a merchant seaman. Donald was born under the surname Pollock, but as an adult, used the surname King. King's mother was Nellie Ruth (née Pillsbury). When Stephen King was two years old, his father left the family under the pretense of "going to buy a pack of cigarettes", leaving his mother to raise Stephen and his older brother, David, by herself, sometimes under great financial strain. Charles: My favorite author is Stephen King. His book "Salem's Lot" scared the pants off me many years ago. Ashlyn: I love Stephen King's books! He was born in September 21 1947 Charles: He has been a talented writer for many years, but i feel his more reent works are written just to make money. They aren't as scary as they used to be. Ashlyn: I think that's a fair point. Did you like the movie IT (2017) based on his 1986 novel of the same name? Charles: I watched the first part of it (sic), but i couldn't really get into the story as it was about children's perceptions mainly. Ashlyn: Oh thanks for the info, i'll keep that in mind when i watch it. He's been very active publishing 54 novels including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman Charles: I have read some of Richard Bachman's books, i consider them to be more of the fantasy genre than horror. I really want horror from King. He has also wriiten quite a lot of nonfiction on the subject of writing. Ashlyn: Wow i'll keep that in mind when i practice my writing skills. Its amazing that his books have sold more than 350 million copies! Charles: Yes, he has been a prolific author. One last point: his wife Tabitha has also written some books, but i have a sneaking suspicion that he wrote them under her name. Just sayin it would not surprise me. Ashlyn: That's a surprise, i didnt know that. i may have to pick up some of "her" books ! Charles: I don't read many books these days. I will have to look for his newest book.

now i am a fixture on a weekly telenovela.

A telenovela ( or ; , ), ) is a type of limited-run television serial drama or soap opera produced primarily in Latin America. The word combines "tele", short for "televisión" or "televisão" (Spanish and Portuguese words for "television"), and "novela", a Spanish and Portuguese word for "novel". Similar genres around the world include teleserye (Philippines), téléroman (Canada, specifically Quebec), or simply dramas (Asia and the rest of the Arab World). In Spain, they are also called "culebrones" ("long snakes") because of the convoluted plots. Commonly described using the American colloquialism Spanish soap opera, many telenovelas share some stylistic and thematic similarities to the soap opera familiar to the English-speaking world. The significant difference is their series run length; telenovelas tell one self-contained story, typically within the span of a year or less whereas soap operas tend to have intertwined storylines told during indefinite, continuing runs. This makes them shorter than most other television series, but still much longer than a miniseries. This planned run results in a faster-paced, more concise style of melodrama compared to a typical soap opera. Episodes of telenovelas usually last between 30 and 45 minutes, and rarely more than an hour, except for final episodes. Jada: Telenovelas are very popular in Latin America. They are equivalent to our American soap operas. Taylor: I love Telenovelas, tell me what do you like about them? Jada: I like how dramatic they are. There is always a new and exciting storyline to follow. Taylor: The word Telenovela literally means television novel Jada: Yes, and there are many similar versions in other countries. For example, they are called culebrones, or long snakes, in Spain because of the involved plots. Taylor: I wonder if are the plots similar, or if anything is simmilar between all of these different versions of tv novels? Jada: Many telenovelas share styles and themes like the soap operas shown in America. Taylor: Do these shows ever have any influence on society? Jada: I'm unsure, but they are broadcast during the weekday, so typically housewives would be the ones watching. That is why they have such a large female audience. Taylor: I know they can handle previously taboo themes such as urban violence, racism, and homosexuality.

i want a dog , but that is a lot of commitment.

The domestic dog ("Canis lupus familiaris" or "Canis familiaris") is a member of the genus "Canis" (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated, which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct. The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. New research seems to show that dogs have mutations to equivalent genetic regions in humans where changes are known to trigger high sociability and somewhat reduced intelligence. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet "man's best friend". Brayden: I love dogs, they are kin to wolves , which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. Robert: I also love dogs, They can be a wonderful companion to pretty much anyone Brayden: I have read that the dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated Robert: Thats really interesting, I also hear that dogs can cross breed with wolves. Brayden: It is really cool The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millenniaThe dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over a millennia Robert: Thats really interesting, There must be a whole bunch of breeds that have yet to be discovered. Brayden: I like how dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors so you can get one based on exactly what you want Robert: Their is dogs taller than people and ones smaller than a basketball. Whats your favorite breed? Brayden: Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, and protection Robert: My uncle actually had a dog just for hunting, It brought back ducks and pretty much anything it could carry.

i like to sew my own clothing.

Sewing is the craft of fastening or attaching objects using stitches made with a needle and thread. Sewing is one of the oldest of the textile arts, arising in the Paleolithic era. Before the invention of spinning yarn or weaving fabric, archaeologists believe Stone Age people across Europe and Asia sewed fur and skin clothing using bone, antler or ivory needles and "thread" made of various animal body parts including sinew, catgut, and veins. For thousands of years, all sewing was done by hand. The invention of the sewing machine in the 19th century and the rise of computerization in the 20th century led to mass production and export of sewn objects, but hand sewing is still practiced around the world. Fine hand sewing is a characteristic of high-quality tailoring, haute couture fashion, and custom dressmaking, and is pursued by both textile artists and hobbyists as a means of creative expression. The first known use of the word "sewing" was in the 14th century. Sewing has an ancient history estimated to begin during the Paleolithic Age. Sewing was used to stitch together animal hides for clothing and for shelter. The Inuit, for example, used sinew from caribou for thread and needles made of bone; the indigenous peoples of the American Plains and Canadian Prairies used sophisticated sewing methods to assemble tipi shelters. Grant: I sew a lot in my spare time. It's when you attach pieces of fabric together with a needle and thread to create items. Gavin: I'm familiar with it. I've never tried it myself though. Do you find it to be relaxing? Grant: Oh for sure! Sewing is actually one of the oldest textile arts beginning in the Paleolithic era. Gavin: That sounds amazing. I did not know that. You learn something new every day! Grant: It was done by hand for thousands of years until the sewing machine was invented in the 19th century. Gavin: That's interesting! What type of things do you find yourself enjoying to sew the most? Grant: There are many types like high quality tailoring, high fashion and dressmaking. I like them all. Gavin: If I were to begin sewing I figure that I'd begin with sheets and pillow cases for the bed because it's my favorite place to be lol. Grant: Haha, I do too. You could also make decorative pillows for your couches. Gavin: A couch is another place I love to be. You are very educated on this topic. I'd definitely love to come to you for advice if this is ever something I decide to get into.

i am a vegan.

Veganism is both the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. A follower of either the diet or the philosophy is known as a vegan ( ). Distinctions are sometimes made between several categories of veganism. "Dietary vegans" (or strict vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat but also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term "ethical vegan" is often applied to those who not only follow a vegan diet but extend the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and oppose the use of animals for any purpose. Another term is "environmental veganism", which refers to the avoidance of animal products on the premise that the harvesting or industrial farming of animals is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. Well-planned vegan diets can reduce the risk of some types of chronic disease, including heart disease. They are regarded as appropriate for all stages of life including during infancy and pregnancy by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the British Dietetic Association. The German Society for Nutrition does not recommend vegan diets for children, adolescents nor during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Kimberly: I'm a Vegan. I've found that it's not as rewarding a lifestyle as it sounds, and doesn't allow me to eat a lot of the foods that others do. It's very healthy though. Alondra: Well you know that is you dont follow the diet but do follow the philosophy you can call yourself a vegan! Kimberly: I think that the diet is the most important part of being a Vegan. I don't really give much thought to other uses of the term, but I do most of the philosophies naturally. Alondra: Well depend on the country In many countries, food labeling laws make it easier for vegetarians to identify foods compatible with their diets, i lived in Venezuela and it was the hardest! Kimberly: A lot of United States companies like marketing Vegan or Vegetarian products because of the specific audiences they can reach. I'm personally nitpicky about it and read the ingredients lists. Alondra: Yes in Venezuela they need to improve food policies like in the usa to be regulated in any level, local, global bussines etc. Kimberly: I didn't know that they didn't have good food policies in Venezuela. It must be harder to be a Vegan in countries like that, while it's even easier in other countries than the US like the U.K. Alondra: are you a stric vegan? so you dont take nor wear animal-derived substances? Kimberly: Yes I'm a strict Vegan. Like I mentioned I pay close attention to the diet part of it, but naturally wouldn't choose to wear animal-derived substances because of my own philosophy.

i eat ice cream when i am sad.

Ice cream (derived from earlier iced cream or cream ice) is a sweetened frozen food typically eaten as a snack or dessert. It is usually made from dairy products, such as milk and cream, and often combined with fruits or other ingredients and flavors. It is typically sweetened with sugar or sugar substitutes. Typically, flavourings and colourings are added in addition to stabilizers. The mixture is stirred to incorporate air spaces and cooled below the freezing point of water to prevent detectable ice crystals from forming. The result is a smooth, semi-solid foam that is solid at very low temperatures (< ). It becomes more malleable as its temperature increases. The meaning of the phrase "ice cream" varies from one country to another. Phrases such as "frozen custard", "frozen yogurt", "sorbet", "gelato" and others are used to distinguish different varieties and styles. In some countries, such as the United States, the phrase "ice cream" applies only to a specific variety, and most governments regulate the commercial use of the various terms according to the relative quantities of the main ingredients, notably the amount of cream. Products that do not meet the criteria to be called ice cream are labelled "frozen dairy dessert" instead. Trinity: I would so eat some ice cream right now Alicia: I love ice cream when its been in room temperature for a few minutes. It makes it more malleable. Trinity: What's your favorite ice cream flavor? I definitely love chocolate Alicia: My favorite ice cream flavor is kind of odd. I love green tea ice cream. Trinity: I don't think i've ever tried it! Alicia: I tried it when I took a trip to Japan, and have loved it ever since. If you get a chance, you should try it. I have to warn you though, it's not for everyone. Trinity: I'm curious to try it :) i love chocolate ice cream with fudge and brownies Alicia: Now I am craving a sundae! Trinity: I didn't have an ice cream for a while Alicia: After this conversation, I will def have to go get one. I love adding strawberries and other fruits to my ice cream.

i really love plants.

Plants are mainly multicellular, predominantly photosynthetic eukaryotes of the kingdom Plantae. In one sense (circumscription), the term refers to green plants, which form an unranked clade Viridiplantae (Latin for "green plants"). This includes the flowering plants, conifers and other gymnosperms, ferns, clubmosses, hornworts, liverworts, mosses and the green algae, and excludes the red and brown algae. Historically, plants formed one of two kingdoms covering all living things that were not animals, and both algae and fungi were treated as plants; however all current definitions of "plant" exclude the fungi and some algae, as well as the prokaryotes (the archaea and bacteria). Green plants have cell walls containing cellulose and obtain most of their energy from sunlight via photosynthesis by primary chloroplasts, derived from endosymbiosis with cyanobacteria. Their chloroplasts contain chlorophylls a and b, which gives them their green color. Some plants are parasitic and have lost the ability to produce normal amounts of chlorophyll or to photosynthesize. Plants are characterized by sexual reproduction and alternation of generations, although asexual reproduction is also common. Mia: Plants are great, I'd like to grow some as a hooby Joshua: I would like that too. But I would prefer healthy plant anot those that are parasitic and has lost their ability to produce chlorophyll. Mia: Oh I never knew parasitic plants could not make their own chlorophyll Joshua: Green plant get most of their energy from the sun. I find it amazing. Mia: Plants give us so much life, it's awesome! Joshua: Yes, it is wonderful how we benefit from plant and them from us in a symbiotic relationship. Mia: True, in many ways plants train us to take care of them Joshua: I was referring to the exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide between plants and people. Mostly green plants but the term also aludes to flowering plans, conifer and others.

i live in pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh ( ) is a city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the United States, and is the county seat of Allegheny County. As of 2017, a total population of 305,704 lives within the city limits, making it the 63rd-largest city in the U.S. The metropolitan population of 2,353,045 is the largest in both the Ohio Valley and Appalachia, the second-largest in Pennsylvania (behind Philadelphia), and the 26th-largest in the U.S. Located at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers, Pittsburgh is known as both "the Steel City" for its more than 300 steel-related businesses, and as the "City of Bridges" for its 446 bridges. The city features 30 skyscrapers, two inclined railways, a pre-revolutionary fortification and the Point State Park at the confluence of the rivers. The city developed as a vital link of the Atlantic coast and Midwest, as the mineral-rich Allegheny Mountains made the area coveted by the French and British empires, Virginians, Whiskey Rebels, and Civil War raiders. Aside from steel, Pittsburgh has led in manufacturing of aluminum, glass, shipbuilding, petroleum, foods, sports, transportation, computing, autos, and electronics. For part of the 20th century, Pittsburgh was behind only New York and Chicago in corporate headquarters employment; it had the most U.S. stockholders per capita. Eric: Pittsburgh is a city in pennsylvania Trevor: Is it? I'd heard of the city but I never knew where it was. Eric: Pittsburgh is in the seat of allegheny county Trevor: Hmm interesting, I'm not sure what that exactly means. Eric: As of 2017, a total population of 305,704 exists in pittsburgh Trevor: That's a pretty damn big city then! Eric: yep its a nice place Trevor: I'm sure it is if that many people live there.

my favorite music is country.

Western music is a form of country music composed by and about the people who settled and worked throughout the Western United States and Western Canada. Directly related musically to old English, Scottish, and Irish folk ballads, Western music celebrates the life of the cowboy on the open ranges and prairies of Western North America. The Mexican folk music of the American Southwest also influenced the development of this genre. Western music shares similar roots with Appalachian music (also called "hillbilly music"), which developed in Appalachia separately from, but parallel to, the western music genre. The music industry of the mid-20th century grouped the two genres together under the banner of "country and western music", later amalgamated into the modern name, "country music". Western was directly influenced by the folk music traditions of England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, and many cowboy songs, sung around campfires in the nineteenth century, like "Streets of Laredo", can be traced back to European folk songs. Reflecting the realities of the open range and ranch houses where the music originated, the early cowboy bands were string bands supplemented occasionally with the harmonica. Brendan: Hi! I really like rock and alternative music! Bradley: Yeah those are both an example of western music! Western music is a form of music composed by those who settled in the united states and canada, though it is typically considered a form of country. Brendan: That's really cool! I was a teen during the 90's, and I think the alternative and grunge music scene originated with Nirvana in Seattle, Washington. Bradley: I don' t know if that would be considered western music, maybe modern western music since it did originate in washington state. Western music includes Mexican folk music. Brendan: Oh, I see what you're saying now. Country western music, like Waylon Jennings and Hank Williams. Bradley: Waylon Jennings was an american singer and musician famous for country music that died in 2002, exactly! Brendan: That's awesome! Do you think bluegrass music is considered western music as well? I really like Ralph Stanley. Bradley: I would absolutely say that it is considered western music, since ralph stanley was known for his distinctive singing and banjo playing I would say it fits the bill! Brendan: Awesome! Great chatting with you and learning about western music!

i work as an extra for major motion pictures.

A background actor or extra is a performer in a film, television show, stage, musical, opera or ballet production, who appears in a nonspeaking or nonsinging (silent) capacity, usually in the background (for example, in an audience or busy street scene). War films and epic films often employ background actors in large numbers: some films have featured hundreds or even thousands of paid background actors as cast members (hence the term "cast of thousands"). Likewise, grand opera can involve many background actors appearing in spectacular productions. On a film or TV set, background actors are usually referred to as "background talent", "background performers", "background artists", "background cast members" or simply "background", while the term "extra" is rarely used. In a stage production, background actors are commonly referred to as "supernumeraries". In opera and ballet, they are called either "extras" or "supers". Casting criteria for background actors depend on the production. It has been said that background cast members often require little or no acting experience. This is not entirely true, as any type of unrealistic portrayal must include some form of imagination and acting. Cassidy: I work as an extra in the movies. Wyatt: oh thats cool, weird occupation tho. Cassidy: I have been in many war films. Wyatt: oh really those seem very explosive Cassidy: I am sometimes called background talent. Wyatt: yea seems like a bit of a rude name tho. Cassidy: Another name they use is background performers. Wyatt: Oh yea? So you just act as extras in movies?

i also eat too much french fries.

French fries (North American English), chips (British English), finger chips (Indian English), or French-fried potatoes are "batonnet" or "allumette"-cut deep-fried potatoes. In the United States and most of Canada, the term "fries" refers to all dishes of fried elongated pieces of potatoes, while in the United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa (rarely), Ireland and New Zealand, thinly cut fried potatoes are sometimes called "shoestring fries" or "skinny fries" to distinguish them from the thicker-cut "chips". French fries are served hot, either soft or crispy, and are generally eaten as part of lunch or dinner or by themselves as a snack, and they commonly appear on the menus of diners, fast food restaurants, pubs, and bars. Fries in America are generally salted and are almost always served with ketchup, but in many countries they have other condiments or toppings, like vinegar, mayonnaise, or other local specialties. Fries can be topped more heavily, as in the dishes of poutine and chili cheese fries. French fries can be made from sweet potatoes instead of potatoes. A baked variant of the French fry ("oven chips") uses less or even no oil. French fries are prepared by first peeling and cutting the potato into even strips. Olivia: I do love myself some french fries, or sometimes called finger chips or french fried potatoes. How about you? Leslie: French fries are one of my favorite foods, but oddly french fries in France are disgusting. Olivia: That is pretty funny actually. I like to have them served hot and crispy. Generally for lunch or dinner. Once they get cold they're pretty nasty. Leslie: Same with me. The french fries they have here in France are the opposite; very soggy and not usually hot. Olivia: In America we usually serve them salted and with ketchup. Have you ever had poutine? Leslie: Kind of, but I am very picky about the gravy on it. I do like the fries and cheese curds part though. Olivia: I love it, although it's definitely more of a french Canadian thing. What about "fish and chips". Is that popular where you are? Leslie: No not really. You will find a few places that have good fish and chips here, but it's more of a British thing. Olivia: OK cool, yeah the meal became common in the 1860's. In 1910 there were more than 25,000 shops selling it in the UK, so they must really love it! Leslie: In France, you will find lots of breads incorporated into meals. It would be hard to do low carb here.

i want to put my photos to a music video staring adam levin.

Adam Noah Levine (born March 18, 1979) is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor, and record producer. He is the lead singer for the pop rock band Maroon 5. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Levine began his musical career in 1994, when he co-founded the alternative rock band Kara's Flowers, of which he was the lead vocalist and guitarist. The band split up after their only album, "The Fourth World" (released in 1997), which did not gain popularity. In 2001, the group was reformed – with guitarist James Valentine joining the line-up – and began a new musical chapter, changing their name to Maroon 5. In 2002, the band released their first album, "Songs About Jane", which went multi-platinum in the US. Since then, they have released five more albums: "It Won't Be Soon Before Long" (2007), "Hands All Over" (2010), "Overexposed" (2012), "V" (2014) and "Red Pill Blues" (2017). As part of Maroon 5, Levine has received three Grammy Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, two American Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award and a World Music Award. Since 2011, Levine has served as a coach on NBC's reality talent show "The Voice". The winners of the first, fifth and ninth seasons: Javier Colon, Tessanne Chin and Jordan Smith, were all on his team. Addison: Who is Adam Levine Mia: He is a famous singer and songwriter. hes done some acting and producing also Addison: When did he start his musical career Mia: he began his career in 94 He is part of the band maroon 5. Addison: Oh I know maroon 5. Was he the lead singer? Mia: Yes, he was the lead singer. They broke up for a short time in 97 after their album was released Addison: Is he still very active in the music scene? I have heard anything about or from him lately Mia: Their latest album was released in 2017 called red pill blues. Addison: Oh awesome, I will check it out Mia: Adm has won 3 grammy awards, 2 billboard music acards and 2 american music awards for being a part of maroon 5

i am a night owl.

A night owl, evening person or simply owl, is a person who tends to stay up until late at night. The opposite of a night owl is an early bird, a lark as opposed to owl, someone who tends to begin sleeping at a time that is considered early and also wakes early. In several countries, especially in Scandinavia, early birds are called "A-people" and night owls are called "B-people". Researchers traditionally use the terms "morningness" and "eveningness" for the two chronotypes or diurnality and nocturnality in animal behavior. The term is derived from the primarily nocturnal habits of the owl. Usually, people who are night owls stay awake past midnight and extreme night owls may stay awake until just before or after dawn. Night owls tend to feel most energetic just before they go to sleep at night. Some night owls have a preference or habit for staying up late, or stay up to work the night shift. Night owls who work the day shift often have difficulties adapting to standard day-time working hours. Researchers have found that the genetic make-up of the circadian timing system underpins the difference between early and late chronotypes, early birds and night owls. Some night owls who have great difficulty adopting normal sleeping and waking times may have delayed sleep-phase disorder. Gianna: I usually find myself wanting to do more things at night, which can kind of put a damper on being able to do things with people when they have to work early. Timothy: I am a night owl, too, since I stay up late at night. Sadly, my current job causes me to get up early. Never enough sleep. Gianna: That's annoying. I always end up going to sleep after my wife. She doesn't understand how I can stay up so late. Timothy: Your wife must be a lark; or an early bird. I don't think night owls and larks can understand each other's sleep patterns. Gianna: It's odd, because she used to be unable to wake up early, so she'd just be up late. Something changed in the last few years, she gets tired so much earlier than I do :P Timothy: She is well suited to work a day shift job, then! Up with the chickens and roosters! Gianna: Yeah. It can make it a little hard sometimes to balance our schedules, but it's not the worst problem to have. Timothy: Apparently it's genetic make-up that determines if a night owl or lark. Gianna: Huh. That's interesting. I wonder if there's a way to adjust to the other way or if you'll always tend toward one or the other no matter what you do. Timothy: That's a good question. Surely research has been done on that.

dancing is my passion.

Dance is a performing art form consisting of purposefully selected sequences of human movement. This movement has aesthetic and symbolic value, and is acknowledged as dance by performers and observers within a particular culture. Dance can be categorized and described by its choreography, by its repertoire of movements, or by its historical period or place of origin. An important distinction is to be drawn between the contexts of theatrical and participatory dance, although these two categories are not always completely separate; both may have special functions, whether social, ceremonial, competitive, erotic, martial, or sacred/liturgical. Other forms of human movement are sometimes said to have a dance-like quality, including martial arts, gymnastics, cheerleading, figure skating, synchronized swimming, marching bands, and many other forms of athletics. Theatrical dance, also called performance or concert dance, is intended primarily as a spectacle, usually a performance upon a stage by virtuoso dancers. It often tells a story, perhaps using mime, costume and scenery, or else it may simply interpret the musical accompaniment, which is often specially composed. Examples are western ballet and modern dance, Classical Indian dance and Chinese and Japanese song and dance dramas. Maxwell: I love to dance and go dancing most weekends. Do you like to dance? Arianna: Yes, I like dancing and performing for others. I also like teaching dance through carefully selected sequences of movement. Maxwell: What kind of dance do you teach? Always wanted to take a ballroom dancing class. Arianna: I like to teach theatrical dance also known as performance dance. It's intended to be a spectacle for others. Maxwell: Performance dance is also considered artistic expression right? Arianna: Yes, it tells a story using miming, costume, and scenery. Maxwell: I love to go country line dancing it is especially fun with a group of friends, have you done line dancing? Arianna: Yes, but only when I go to western dance bars, social clubs, and ballrooms. Maxwell: As a child I loved to take ballet lessons it is also expressive and artistic

i m a vegetarian.

Vegetarianism is the practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat (red meat, poultry, seafood, and the flesh of any other animal), and may also include abstention from by-products of animal slaughter. Vegetarianism may be adopted for various reasons. Many people object to eating meat out of respect for sentient life. Such ethical motivations have been codified under various religious beliefs, as well as animal rights advocacy. Other motivations for vegetarianism are health-related, political, environmental, cultural, aesthetic, economic, or personal preference. There are variations of the diet as well: an ovo-lacto vegetarian diet includes both eggs and dairy products, an ovo-vegetarian diet includes eggs but not dairy products, and a lacto-vegetarian diet includes dairy products but not eggs. A vegan diet excludes all animal products, including eggs and dairy. Some vegans also avoid other animal products such as beeswax, leather or silk clothing, and goose-fat shoe polish. Packaged and processed foods, such as cakes, cookies, candies, chocolate, yogurt, and marshmallows, often contain unfamiliar animal ingredients, so may be a special concern for vegetarians due to the likelihood of such additions. Diana: i'm a vegetarian, i'm abstaining from the consumption of meat Jorge: I'm a pescatarian. Why did you decide on vegetarianism? Diana: i had health-related, religious and personal reasons. Jorge: What kind of health issues does vegetarianism help with? Diana: I was eating way too much greasy chicken and my blood pressure and cholesterol levels were high :( Jorge: Have you noticed a big difference since cutting out meat? Diana: Definitely! My health got better and I feel better in general. I'm an ovo-lacto vegetarian and i consume both dairy and eggs Jorge: What kind of personal reasons would someone decide to be a vegetarian? Diana: I really love animals and i wanted to stop eating meat out of respect for sentient life Jorge: That makes sense. Are the religious reasons for not eating meat similar?

i work in sales.

Marketing is the study and management of exchange relationships. Marketing is used to create, keep and satisfy the customer. With the customer as the focus of its activities, it can be concluded that Marketing is one of the premier components of Business Management - the other being Innovation. Marketing is defined by the American Marketing Association as ""the activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and society at large."" The term developed from the original meaning which referred literally to going to market with goods for sale. From a Sales process engineering perspective, marketing is ""a set of processes that are interconnected and interdependent with other functions"" of a business aimed at achieving customer interest and satisfaction."" The Chartered Institute of Marketing defines marketing as ""the management process responsible for identifying, anticipating and satisfying customer requirements profitably."" A similar concept is the value-based marketing which states the role of marketing to contribute to increasing shareholder value. In this context, marketing can be defined as ""the management process that seeks to maximise returns to shareholders by developing relationships with valued customers and creating a competitive advantage."" Jason: I don't know much about marketing, but my Husband is a very good salesman! He says it's all about getting and keeping the customer Luis: i know nothing about sales and marketing. Did he go to a business school for that Jason: No, he's just naturally a people person and somehow has an innate sense of what to do. Me, I get tongue tied! Apparently the term marketing comes from the idea of going to the market to sell goods. Luis: oh how interesting. i think i would be a good salesperson because i'm very social and i talk a lot lol Jason: Haha, I'm just the opposite, which is why I'm useless at it. Perhaps you could sell real estate - that's a sales job and can be quite lucrative. Luis: i know, and i would be able to look at all the beautiful houses. maybe i would even find my dream house Jason: Wouldn't that be great?! And with your love of being sociable you could meet lots of potential customers and focus on them. Luis: that's true. now i'm thinking about switching careers Jason: Wonderful idea - I took a realtor course years ago, but didn't sit the exam as I knew I'd never make a go of it, but it's quite interesting Luis: i didn't know i need to take a course!' Jason: Yes, you take a course, online if you like, and then sit an exam. That gets you licensed to be a realtor. It's really not very hard.

i like action movies.

Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger (; ; born July 30, 1947) is an Austrian-American actor, producer, businessman, investor, author, philanthropist, activist, politician, and former professional bodybuilder. He served two terms as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011. Schwarzenegger began weight training at the age of 15. He won the Mr. Universe title at age 20 and went on to win the Mr. Olympia contest seven times, remaining a prominent presence in bodybuilding and writing many books and articles on the sport. The Arnold Sports Festival, considered one of the best professional bodybuilding competitions in recent years, is named after him. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time as well as that sport's most charismatic ambassador. Schwarzenegger gained worldwide fame as a Hollywood action-film icon. His breakthrough film was the sword-and-sorcery epic "Conan the Barbarian" in 1982, a box-office hit that resulted in a sequel. In 1984, he appeared in the title role of James Cameron's critically and commercially successful science-fiction thriller film "The Terminator". He subsequently reprised the Terminator character in the franchise's later installments: "" (1991), "" (2003), and "Terminator Genisys" (2015). Kiara: arnold is such a cool guy, love his movies and motivational posts Jayla: He is a cool guy, and very accomplished. He won the Mr Universe title at age 20. Kiara: Wow that is so insanely young. Jayla: Yes I know! And after that, he went on to win the Mr. Olympia contest seven times! Kiara: Holy wow, thats so cool. and then he became a huge actor and governor Jayla: He sure did. He gained worldwide fame as a Hollywood action-film actor. Kiara: I love the terminator franchise. Jayla: I do too. The first one came out in 1984 and was directed by James Cameron. Kiara: James cameron sure knows how to direct a movie. Jayla: I know. He is also well-known for his biggest film, Titanic, which earned him Academy Awards.

i love to surf.

Surfing is a surface water sport in which the wave rider, referred to as a surfer, rides on the forward or deep face of a moving wave, which is usually carrying the surfer towards the shore. Waves suitable for surfing are primarily found in the ocean, but can also be found in lakes or in rivers in the form of a standing wave or tidal bore. However, surfers can also utilize artificial waves such as those from boat wakes and the waves created in artificial wave pools. The term "surfing" refers to the act of riding a wave, regardless of whether the wave is ridden with a board or without a board, and regardless of the stance used. The native peoples of the Pacific, for instance, surfed waves on alaia, paipo, and other such craft, and did so on their belly and knees. The modern-day definition of surfing, however, most often refers to a surfer riding a wave standing up on a surfboard; this is also referred to as stand-up surfing. Another prominent form of surfing is body boarding, when a surfer rides a wave on a bodyboard, either lying on their belly, drop knee, or sometimes even standing up on a body board. Other types of surfing include knee boarding, surf matting (riding inflatable mats), and using foils. Payton: I developed a recent interest in surfing. Trevor: The best place to go surfing is in the ocean because it has the best waves. Payton: What are the origins of surfing? Trevor: Even though surfing has probably been around for awhile, Joseph Banks discovered the actual idea of surfing during a voyage to Tahiti. The art of surfing is known as Payton: Where else can you surf other than the ocean? Trevor: You can also surf in lakes and rivers in standing waves or tidal bores. Payton: Wow, that's awesome! What is the biggest wave ever surfed? Trevor: I'm not sure. But when it comes to a standing wave, the amplitude of the wave may vary with time but the phase remains constant.

i work at a museum.

A museum ( ; plural musea or museums) is an institution that cares for (conserves) a collection of artifacts and other objects of artistic, cultural, historical, or scientific importance. Many public museums make these items available for public viewing through exhibits that may be permanent or temporary. The largest museums are located in major cities throughout the world, while thousands of local museums exist in smaller cities, towns and rural areas. Museums have varying aims, ranging from serving researchers and specialists to serving the general public. The goal of serving researchers is increasingly shifting to serving the general public. There are many types of museums, including art museums, natural history museums, science museums, war museums, and children's museums. Amongst the world's largest and most visited museums are the Louvre in Paris, the National Museum of China in Beijing, the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., the British Museum in London, the National Gallery in London, and Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. As of the 2010s, the continuing acceleration in the digitization of information, combined with the increasing capacity of digital information storage, is causing the traditional model of museums (i.e. Amelia: I work at an institution called a museum. There are all sorts of historical artifacts on display there to look at. Briana: i always enjoy visiting the historical museum Amelia: There are a lot of large museums in major cities all over the world. Which have you enjoyed the most? Briana: we have a nice historical and art museum where I live. But I have not visit them in awhile Amelia: There are many other types of museums out there, including natural history and science museums, war museums, children's museums! War museums are probably my favorite. Briana: i never been to a war museum i imaging it would be a fascinating place to visit Amelia: Some day I hope to visit the Imperial War Museum in England. Thye've got five locations! Briana: i quess because England has been in a lot of wars and need all of those locattions

i have a rose tattooed on my right ankle.

A tattoo is a form of body modification where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment. Tattoos fall into three broad categories: purely decorative (with no specific meaning); symbolic (with a specific meaning pertinent to the wearer); pictorial (a depiction of a specific person or item). Tattoos have historically been regarded in the West as 'uncivilised', and over the last 100 years the fashion has been associated mainly with sailors, working men and criminals. By the end of the 20th Century many Western stigmas of the tattoo culture had been dismissed and the practice has become more acceptable and accessible for people of all trades and levels of society. The word "tattoo", or "tattow" in the 18th century, is a loanword from the Polynesian word "tatau", meaning "to write". The "Oxford English Dictionary" gives the etymology of tattoo as "In 18th c. tattaow, tattow. From Polynesian (Samoan, Tahitian, Tongan, etc.) tatau. In Marquesan, tatu." Before the importation of the Polynesian word, the practice of tattooing had been described in the West as painting, scarring, or staining. This is not to be confused with the origins of the word for the military drumbeat or performance — see "military tattoo". Katie: I have a few tattoos. I had one covered up with a new design. Do you have any tattoos? Spencer: I do not - I am a coward when it comes to needles. I do love tattoos though, just on other people! What are your tattoos of? Katie: I have a large peony flower, which is my favourite flower. I also have a quote and an abstract design tattoo. They all have special meaning. Spencer: That sounds very special. A friend of mine has a tattoo of a tiger on her right shoulder. It's quite spectacular. Katie: Tattoos really aren't that painful- you get used to it if they take a long time. THe ink can irritate your skin though. Spencer: I'm allergic to pain, lol. Presumably you go to a tattoo artist. Do they discuss the artwork with you or do you take a picture of what you want to show them? Katie: You tell the tattoo artisit what you'd like and they will design it. Tattoo artists usually apprentice under a mentor for several years. Spencer: That's quite fascinating. I had no idea. I've thought about getting a henna tattoo, so I don't have to endure the needles, but haven't got round to it. Katie: Henna is cool! It's been around since antiquity and can be used on on skin, hair and nails. Spencer: I've used it on my hair before. I have naturally red hair and it makes it quite vibrant! Must look into the nail thing.

i decorate cakes for a living.

Cake decorating is one of the sugar arts that uses icing or frosting and other edible decorative elements to make plain cakes more visually interesting. Alternatively, cakes can be molded and sculpted to resemble three-dimensional persons, places and things. Cakes are decorated to mark a special celebration (such as a birthday or wedding). They can also mark national or religious holidays, or be used to promote commercial enterprises. However, cakes may be baked and decorated for almost any social occasion. Cake decorating originated in 17th century Europe. During the 1840s, the advent of temperature-controlled ovens and the production of baking powder made baking cakes much easier. As temperature control technology improved, an increased emphasis on presentation and ornamentation developed. Cakes began to take on decorative shapes, were adorned with additional icing formed into patterns and flowers, and food coloring was used to accent frosting or layers of cake. Cake decorating was rumored to be started by a French bakery in the 1840s where a French baker wanted to increase the prices of the cakes and hence thought to decorate it. Even though baking from scratch decreased during the latter part of the 20th century in the United States, decorated cakes have remained an important part of celebrations such as weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, showers and other special occasions. Julian: I love decorating cakes. I love it so much that I turned it into a job! Karen: That great! Cakes are often decorated to mark a special event, like a birthday Julian: Yes! That's how I first got interested in decorating cakes by making them for my family members' birthdays Karen: They must have loved that. They can also be used for holidays, or even used to promote commerical businesses Julian: My family especially the kids love decorated cakes. Many holidays have specific types of cakes that are usually made for them. Karen: cake decorating started as far back as 17th century europe Julian: Wow! I didn't realize that. I wonder what decorated cakes looked like in 17th century europe Karen: It was said that a french baker in the 1840s wanted to increase the prices of his cakes, so he thought to decorate them

i used to follow the grateful dead when they toured.

The Grateful Dead was an American rock band formed in 1965 in Palo Alto, California. Ranging from quintet to septet, the band is known for its unique and eclectic style, which fused elements of rock, psychedelia, experimental music, modal jazz, country, folk, bluegrass, blues, reggae, and space rock, for live performances of lengthy instrumental jams, and for their devoted fan base, known as "Deadheads". "Their music," writes Lenny Kaye, "touches on ground that most other groups don't even know exists." These various influences were distilled into a diverse and psychedelic whole that made the Grateful Dead "the pioneering Godfathers of the jam band world". The band was ranked 57th by "Rolling Stone" magazine in its The Greatest Artists of All Time issue. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994 and a recording of their May 8, 1977, performance at Cornell University's Barton Hall was added to the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2012. The Grateful Dead have sold more than 35 million albums worldwide. The Grateful Dead was founded in the San Francisco Bay Area amid the rise of the counterculture of the 1960s. The founding members were Jerry Garcia (lead guitar, vocals), Bob Weir (rhythm guitar, vocals), Ron "Pigpen" McKernan (keyboards, harmonica, vocals), Phil Lesh (bass, vocals), and Bill Kreutzmann (drums). Katelyn: I was raised by a couple of Grateful Dead fans, and I used to follow them on tour when I was younger Madison: I love The Grateful dead. Their one of my favorite rock bands. Katelyn: It was fun hanging out with the Deadheads, which are the name of Greatful Dead superfans Madison: I'm pretty devoted to them. I guess you can call me a Deadhead. Katelyn: Jerry Garcia was a musical genius. Too bad he had all of the health issues, otherwise he might still be playing today Madison: He's one of my favorite singer and songwriters. Katelyn: And the inspiration for one of Ben and Jerry's most popular flavors, Cherry Garcia Madison: Haha Now way! Im going to have to get some Ben & Jerry's now. I love their ice cream. Katelyn: They are great, I really enjoy their different varieties. Madison: Its hard to belive that today, you can get Ben & Jerry's globally.

i play a lot of video games.

Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer online first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released in May 2016 for Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. "Overwatch" assigns players into two teams of six, with each player selecting from a roster of over 20 characters, known in-game as "heroes", each with a unique style of play, whose roles are divided into four general categories: Offense, Defense, Tank, and Support. Players on a team work together to secure and defend control points on a map or escort a payload across the map in a limited amount of time. Players gain cosmetic rewards that do not affect gameplay, such as character skins and victory poses, as they play the game. The game was initially launched with casual play, with a competitive ranked mode, various 'arcade' game modes, and a player-customizable server browser subsequently included following its release. Additionally, Blizzard has developed and added new characters, maps, and game modes post-release, while stating that all "Overwatch" updates will remain free, with the only additional cost to players being microtransactions to earn additional cosmetic rewards. "Overwatch" is Blizzard's fourth major franchise and came about following the 2014 cancellation of the ambitious massively multiplayer online role-playing game "Titan". Lucas: I play video games a lot, my favorite is Overwatch. Henry: that is a team based mulitplayer game Lucas: That's correct. Do you play it? Henry: No I read about it and it was a online first person shooter game Lucas: Do you like online first person shooters? Henry: Yes it was developed and publiished by Blizzard Entertainment\ Lucas: What consoles is it released on? Henry: Playstation 4 Xbox 1 and windows Lucas: Do you own any of those systems? Henry: I have playstation 4 and Overwatch was released in 2016

i believe that mermaids are real.

The Little Mermaid is a 1989 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. Based on the Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen, "The Little Mermaid" tells the story of a beautiful mermaid princess who dreams of becoming human. Written, produced, and directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, with music by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman (who also served as a co-producer), the film features the voices of Jodi Benson, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright, Jason Marin, Kenneth Mars, Buddy Hackett, and René Auberjonois. The 28th Disney animated feature film, "The Little Mermaid" was released to theaters on November 17, 1989 to largely positive reviews, garnering $84 million at the domestic box office during its initial release, and $211 million in total lifetime gross worldwide. After the success of the 1988 Disney/Amblin film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit", "The Little Mermaid" is given credit for breathing life back into the art of Disney animated feature films after a string of critical or commercial failures produced by Disney that dated back to the early 1970s. It also marked the start of the era known as the Disney Renaissance. Eduardo: Have you seen The Little Mermaid. Ariel was very popular when it came out. Erik: I did! I was fortunate enough to watch it in the theaters when it debuted back in 1989. It's still one of my favorite Disney features. Eduardo: It's actually from and 1836 tale by Hans Christian Anderson Erik: A lot of Disney's animations are based off his work. Frozen was based off of his fairy tale, "The Snow Queen." Eduardo: I did not know that. Frozen was great, I like Kristen Bell. Erik: So do I. I loved her in Veronica Mars Eduardo: I missed that. I like her in The Good Place with Ted Danson . Erik: I haven't gotten around to checking that out yet, mostly because I don't really watch anything on NBC. Eduardo: It's hard to find time for stuff like for me too. I do like a good movie . Erik: I watch mostly the different Arrowverse shows, so those take up most of my viewing time.

i have a horse named beauty.

The horse ("Equus ferus caballus") is one of two extant subspecies of "Equus ferus". It is an odd-toed ungulate mammal belonging to the taxonomic family Equidae. The horse has evolved over the past 45 to 55 million years from a small multi-toed creature, "Eohippus", into the large, single-toed animal of today. Humans began to domesticate horses around 4000 BC, and their domestication is believed to have been widespread by 3000 BC. Horses in the subspecies "caballus" are domesticated, although some domesticated populations live in the wild as feral horses. These feral populations are not true wild horses, as this term is used to describe horses that have never been domesticated, such as the endangered Przewalski's horse, a separate subspecies, and the only remaining true wild horse. There is an extensive, specialized vocabulary used to describe equine-related concepts, covering everything from anatomy to life stages, size, colors, markings, breeds, locomotion, and behavior. Horses' anatomy enables them to make use of speed to escape predators and they have a well-developed sense of balance and a strong fight-or-flight response. Related to this need to flee from predators in the wild is an unusual trait: horses are able to sleep both standing up and lying down, with younger horse tending to sleep significantly more than adults. Cole: Hello, do you have any experience with horses? Jennifer: I've ridden them a few times. We started domesticating them around 4000 BC. Cole: Wow, that was a long time ago. When did they create saddles, so that riding a horse would be more comfortable? Jennifer: I'm not sure. People started out putting blankets on horses, and padding got added later. Cole: That's interesting. What are the most common things that horses eat? Jennifer: They eat a lot of grass and hay. Their stomachs break down the fiber so they get nutrition, not like people. Cole: That's what I had thought, but I wasn't positive. Are horses allergic to any foods? Jennifer: Bot to my knowledge, but I admit I am not sure.

i have 3 small dogs.

The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed of terrier type, developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills. Ideally its maximum size is , although some may exceed this and grow up to . It is placed in the Toy Terrier section of the Terrier Group by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and in the Toy Group or Companion Group by other kennel clubs, including the American Kennel Club. A popular companion dog, the Yorkshire Terrier has also been part of the development of other breeds, such as the Australian Silky Terrier. It has a grey, black, and tan coat, and the breed's nickname is Yorkie. The Yorkshire Terrier (also called a "Yorkie") originated in Yorkshire (and adjoining Lancashire), a county in northern England. In the mid-19th century, workers from Scotland came to Yorkshire in search of work and brought with them several different varieties of small terriers. Breeding of the Yorkshire Terrier was "principally accomplished by the people—mostly operatives in cotton and woolen mills—in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire." Details are scarce. Mrs. A. Foster is quoted as saying in 1886, "If we consider that the mill operatives who originated the breed...were nearly all ignorant men, unaccustomed to imparting information for public use, we may see some reason why reliable facts have not been easily attained." Aaron: I have always wanted a Yorkshire Terrier, they are just so cute and little! Gabrielle: Right? They are little because they were originally bred to catch rats in clothing mills. Aaron: Oh wow I never knew that! It is funny imagining those little things chasing off rats, the rats could be bigger than they are! Is it hard to keep up with the grooming for them? Gabrielle: I'm not sure but their coats come in a variety of colors like grey, black, and some even have a tan coats. Aaron: I would totally want a black one, I have never seen one that color. How big are they on average? Gabrielle: I'm not sure, but they are recognized as toy dogs by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. Aaron: Oh toy dogs are always tiny! Do they have good temperaments or are they a bit grumpy Gabrielle: They are mostly well behaved and are popular companion dogs. Aaron: I could see they being good for a lonely old person since they are so little it would be easier for them to take care of them Gabrielle: Yes, they have also been used to develop other breeds like the Australian Silky Terrier.

i like lizards.

Lizards are a widespread group of squamate reptiles, with over 6,000 species, ranging across all continents except Antarctica, as well as most oceanic island chains. The group is paraphyletic as it excludes the snakes and Amphisbaenia which are also squamates. Lizards range in size from chameleons and geckos a few centimeters long to the 3 meter long Komodo dragon. Most lizards are quadrupedal, running with a strong side-to-side motion. Others are legless, and have long snake-like bodies. Some such as the forest-dwelling "Draco" lizards are able to glide. They are often territorial, the males fighting off other males and signalling, often with brightly colours, to attract mates and to intimidate rivals. Lizards are mainly carnivorous, often being sit-and-wait predators; many smaller species eat insects, while the Komodo eats mammals as big as water buffalo. Lizards make use of a variety of antipredator adaptations, including venom, camouflage, reflex bleeding, and the ability to sacrifice and regrow their tails. The adult length of species within the suborder ranges from a few centimeters for chameleons such as "Brookesia micra" and geckos such as "Sphaerodactylus ariasae" to nearly in the case of the largest living varanid lizard, the Komodo dragon. Abby: What's your opinion on Lizards? Know any fun facts about them by chance? Josiah: I love lizards, mainly because of the fact that there are so many different ones out there to see. You have over 6,000 of these squamate reptiles to study, and you can find them on all continents except Antarctica. Almost all of us have a chance to enjoy their presence. Abby: Have you ever owned one? Is there any risks to owning one that you know of? Josiah: I've never owned one. There are a few risks, as some of them are not exactly "pet-friendly," since they have antipredator adaptations, things like venom, and reflex bleeding, along with other non-painful tactics like camouflage and being able to sacrifice their own tails and regrow them to escape! Abby: Interesting! I'll have to rethink owning one then. Do you happen to know what the deadliest one is? Josiah: Most lizards are carnivorous, and a trait about them is they are known as "sit-and-wait" predators. But most of them can be satisfied with small insects... except the Komodo dragon, which can eat mammals as big as water buffalo. Abby: As big as a water buffalo? That's insane! What region do Komodo dragons reside in? Josiah: They're mainly found in the Indonesian islands of the aptly named Komodo Rinca, Flores, Gili Motang, and Padar. It's key you know they grow up islands, because their large size comes from island gigantism, meaning there are no other carnivorous animals to fill their niche on the islands they're from! Abby: So they are king of their domain in that region. Do you know anything about iguanas? Josiah: Well, for example, the green iguana, or the "American" iguana that most of us know, are mostly herbivorous, and funnily enough, native to Central/South America, and the Caribbean. Mainly found in Brazil and Paraguay.

one of my favorite shows is face off on syfy.

Face Off is an American reality television game show on the Syfy cable network in which a group of prosthetic makeup artists compete against each other to create prostheses such as those found in science fiction and horror films. Each episode features one or more challenges, with the work reviewed by a panel of judges and eliminating one or more artists each week until a final winner is chosen. Actress McKenzie Westmore, known for her role as Sheridan Crane on the former NBC/DirecTV soap opera "Passions" and a member of the Westmore family of makeup artists, serves as the show's host. For each assignment, the contestants' work is individually evaluated by a panel of professional special effects makeup artists who serve as judges. These judges have included Academy Award-winning makeup artist Ve Neill, and television and film makeup artist Glenn Hetrick, creature designer and director Patrick Tatopoulos (Season 1 - 3), and Neville Page (Season 3 - present). Industry figures and artists including Brian Grazer, Kevin Smith, Paul W. S. Anderson, Greg Nicotero, Rick Baker, Doug Jones, Len Wiseman and Gale Anne Hurd have served as guest judges. "Face Off" premiered January 26, 2011 on Syfy. Jose: Have you seen Face Off the American TV show? It's so cool. Makayla: I have never seen it. What is it about? Jose: Your missing out. Each show is about Make up Artist doing horror movie make up and the work reviewed by a panel of judges and eliminating one or more artists each week until a final winner is chosen Makayla: That sounds pretty cool. I will have to check it out. Is it new? Jose: I'm not sure. I have only found it about 2 months ago. It's on the Syfy cable network. If you like Sifi or Horror films it's defiantly work watching. Makayla: I will look into that. Are there any other similar shows? Jose: I have not seen any but I only watch BBC One and Sifi. BBC One is the biggest channel here. Makayla: What is BBC?

i am a civil war reenactment participant.

American Civil War reenactment is an effort to recreate the appearance of a particular battle or other event associated with the American Civil War by hobbyists known (in the United States) as Civil War reenactors, or living historians. Although most common in the United States, there are also American Civil War reenactors in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, and Poland. Reenacting the American Civil War began even before the real fighting had ended. Civil War veterans recreated battles as a way to remember their fallen comrades and to teach others what the war was all about. The Great Reunion of 1913, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, was attended by more than 50,000 Union and Confederate veterans, and included reenactments of elements of the battle, including Pickett's Charge. Modern reenacting is thought to have begun during the 1961–1965 Civil War Centennial commemorations. Reenacting grew in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, due in large part to the success of the 125th Anniversary reenactment near the original Manassas battlefield, which was attended by more than 6,000 reenactors. That year, "Time" magazine estimated there were more than 50,000 reenactors in the U.S. Emily: they are fun to watch] Dalton: What is fun to watch? Emily: war reenactments Dalton: Ahhh...I found out that there were people reenacting the Civil war before the real fighting had ended. Emily: sad Dalton: Time magazine actually did research and one year they found that there were more than 50,000 reenactors in the U.S. That's pretty amazing. Emily: wow that very good info Dalton: It's hard to believe that over 50,000 people want to reenact that war...but it has apparently grown in popularity. Emily: its good for our kids to learn about the past Dalton: Feels like it could be a great episode of Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego

my favorite flower is a rose.

A rose is a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over a hundred species and thousands of cultivars. They form a group of plants that can be erect shrubs, climbing or trailing with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smaller numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwestern Africa. Species, cultivars and hybrids are all widely grown for their beauty and often are fragrant. Roses have acquired cultural significance in many societies. Rose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers that can reach seven meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this has been used in the development of the wide range of garden roses. The name "rose" comes from French, itself from Latin "rosa", which was perhaps borrowed from Oscan, from Greek ρόδον "rhódon" (Aeolic βρόδον "wródon"), itself borrowed from Old Persian "wrd-" ("wurdi"), related to Avestan "varəδa", Sogdian "ward", Parthian "wâr". The leaves are borne alternately on the stem. Gracie: I love roses. My favorite kind are yellow roses because they symbolize friendship Sabrina: I think I prefer white roses cause they symbolize purity. Or Guns N' Roses cause they rock! Gracie: White roses are nice, but they always remind me of Alice in Wonderland. Guns N' Roses is a great band! Another example of how roses are the best haha. Sabrina: Yeah, too bad Axl Rose went off the deep end. On the plus side, Slash has been producing some great solo albums. Gracie: That is an upside. I always liked Slash cause of his temperament and his looks. Sabrina: I believe he is set to release a 4th solo studio album next year which will be awesome! Gracie: That'll be great! Luck of the roses working again, bringing us nice things! I bet it's gonna be great Sabrina: Have you ever tried growing roses? I feel like it would be difficult. Unlike growing simple herbs like basil. Gracie: I've never tried, but I feel like it wouldn't be too hard. Plus google can help Sabrina: That's true but I tend to be pretty bad at growing things lol

my hobby creating houses out of matches.

David Mach (born 18 March 1956 in Methil, Fife) is a Scottish sculptor and installation artist. Mach's artistic style is based on flowing assemblages of mass-produced objects. Typically these include magazines,vicious teddy bears,newspapers, car tyres, match sticks and coat hangers. Many of his installations are temporary and constructed in public spaces. One example of his early magazine pieces, "Adding Fuel to the Fire", was an installation assembled from an old truck and several cars surrounded and subsumed by about 100 tons of magazines, individually arranged to create the impression that the vehicles were being caught in an explosion of flames and billowing smoke. An early influential sculpture was "Polaris," exhibited outside the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London in 1983. This consisted of some 6000 car tyres arranged as a lifesize replica of a Polaris submarine. Mach intended it as a protest against the nuclear arms race meant to stir controversy. A member of the public who took exception to the piece tried to burn it down; unfortunately, he got caught in the flames himself and suffered fatal burns. In the early 1980s Mach started to produce some smaller-scale works assembled out of unstruck match sticks. Daniel: I like to create houses out of matches. Jackson: Sounds like you are similar to David Mach who is a Scottish installation artist. Daniel: Yes, he inspired me to start doing this. Jackson: So you enjoy Mach's style that is based on assemblages of mass-produced objects. Daniel: Yes, I wish thou I was as talented as him. Jackson: Interesting that a lot of Mach's installations are temporary. Daniel: Yes, I never know why he did that but thats how he does it. Jackson: Are you a fan of his early magazine pieces, "Adding Fuel to the Fire?" He used 100 tons of magazines.

i have two dogs.

The domestic dog ("Canis lupus familiaris" or "Canis familiaris") is a member of the genus "Canis" (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated, which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct. The dog was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. New research seems to show that dogs have mutations to equivalent genetic regions in humans where changes are known to trigger high sociability and somewhat reduced intelligence. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet "man's best friend". Alondra: Do you like dogs, I have had a few different breeds over the years like an Irish Setter and two Beagles. Jeffrey: Beagles are one of my favorite breads! I really think it's amazing how highly attuned we developed their noses to be able to hunt hares. Alondra: One of my Beagles was an expert insect hunter. She would dig them out of the dirt! Jeffrey: Yes they're often used by customs agencies around the world in order to detect items being brought in illegally. It's really amazing! Alondra: I've heard some dogs used by law enforcment can track scents for many miles even if they are faint. Jeffrey: I'm not sure how far the can track scents I believe they do have to be in the general area. But they are great at finding missing people and even explosives and drugs! Alondra: I wonder what explosives smell like to them. Probably better than the people smell haha! Jeffrey: Unfortunatley we can't really ask the dog what it's smelling. But the in the dog's head it's searching for a toy. They train them by hiding the items in their toys. So that's all it's doing.

i am a carnivore.

This is a list of chicken dishes. Chicken is the most common type of poultry in the world, and was one of the first domesticated animals. Chicken is a major worldwide source of meat and eggs for human consumption. It is prepared as food in a wide variety of ways, varying by region and culture. The prevalence of chickens is due to almost the entire chicken being edible, and the ease of raising them. Chicken as a meat has been depicted in Babylonian carvings from around 600 BC. Chicken was one of the most common meats available in the Middle Ages. It was eaten over most of the Eastern hemisphere and a number of different kinds of chicken such as capons, pullets and hens were eaten. It was one of the basic ingredients in the so-called white dish, a stew usually consisting of chicken and fried onions cooked in milk and seasoned with spices and sugar. Lydia: Usually when I meal prep I tend to always have a chicken dish. It is the most common poultry dish. Naomi: What do you usually prepare with your chicken? Lydia: Chicken can be prepared in so many different ways. Its used in a many different regions and cultures. Last night I made a Thai chicken dish. Naomi: What is your favorite way to prepare it? Lydia: I liked baked chicken because it is healthy. Chicken is popular around the world because most of the chicken is edible. Minimal waste. Naomi: Do you have rice with it often? Lydia: I usually do brown rice for carbs and a vegetable. Eating chicken can be traced back as far as 600 BC. Naomi: Where was it first grown?

i play the guitar.

The guitar is a fretted musical instrument that usually has six strings. The sound is projected either acoustically, using a hollow wooden or plastic and wood box (for an acoustic guitar), or through electrical amplifier and a speaker (for an electric guitar). It is typically played by strumming or plucking the strings with the fingers, thumb or fingernails of the right hand or with a pick while fretting (or pressing against the frets) the strings with the fingers of the left hand. The guitar is a type of chordophone, traditionally constructed from wood and strung with either gut, nylon or steel strings and distinguished from other chordophones by its construction and tuning. The modern guitar was preceded by the gittern, the vihuela, the four-course Renaissance guitar, and the five-course baroque guitar, all of which contributed to the development of the modern six-string instrument. There are three main types of modern acoustic guitar: the classical guitar (nylon-string guitar), the steel-string acoustic guitar, and the archtop guitar, which is sometimes called a "jazz guitar". The tone of an acoustic guitar is produced by the strings' vibration, amplified by the hollow body of the guitar, which acts as a resonating chamber. Cooper: Do you know how to play the guitar? I just learned last year, and it's really fun! Joshua: How do you play? Cooper: Well, you play a guitar by strumming/plucking the strings, usually with your fingers or a pick. This is what creates the sound. Joshua: How long did it take you to learn? Cooper: It took me a few months to be able to play simple songs, but I'm sure with more practice I'll only keep getting better! Do you play any instruments? Joshua: I like to play the drums. Cooper: How cool! I used to play marching drums in high school! I had to wear a harness to keep the drum in front of me! Joshua: How long did you play the drums? Cooper: For all four years I was in Marching Band. We went to competitions and performed for hundreds of people! Joshua: Did it make you nervous?

my husband is the ceo of taco bell.

A taco is a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables, and cheese, allowing for great versatility and variety. A taco is generally eaten without utensils and is often accompanied by garnishes such as salsa, chili pepper, avocado, guacamole, cilantro (coriander), tomatoes, onions, and lettuce. The origins of the taco are not precisely known, and etymologies for the culinary usage of the word are generally theoretical. According to the Real Academia Española, publisher of "Diccionario de la Lengua Española", the word "taco" describes a typical Mexican dish of a maize tortilla folded around food. This meaning of the Spanish word "taco" is a Mexican innovation, but in other dialects "taco" is used to mean "wedge; wad, plug; billiard cue; blowpipe; ramrod; short, stocky person; [or] short, thick piece of wood." As used in this non-culinary way, the word "taco" has cognates in other European languages, including the French word "tache" and the English word "tack (nail)." According to one etymological theory, the culinary meaning of "taco" derives from its "plug" meaning as employed among Mexican silver miners, who used explosive charges in plug form consisting of a paper wrapper and gunpowder filling. Jackson: A taco is a great mexican dish Samantha: I love tacos, especially soft tacos with quality ingredients. Jackson: I like tacos with corn or wheat tortillas Samantha: I typically prefer corn but I usually see flour tortillas, though they are both good. Jackson: same, what do you like on tacos? I like pork or beef but chicken and shrimp are great as well Samantha: I really like steak or beef, but a good seafood or chicken taco is nice too. Jackson: pork and beef are probably the best though since chicken and shrimp is less strong Samantha: Agreed, I think red meat just works better on tacos.

i have a pet skunk.

Skunks are mammals in the family Mephitidae. The animals are known for their ability to spray a liquid with a strong unpleasant smell. Different species of skunk vary in appearance from black-and-white to brown, cream or ginger colored, but all have warning coloration. 1630s, squunck, from a southern New England Algonquian language (probably Abenaki) seganku, from Proto-Algonquian */šeka:kwa/, from */šek-/ "to urinate" + */-a:kw/ "fox." "Skunk" has historic use as an insult, attested from 1841. Skunk cabbage is attested from 1751; earlier skunkweed (1738). In 1634, a skunk was described in the Jesuit Relations: Skunk species vary in size from about long and in weight from about (spotted skunks) to (hog-nosed skunks). They have moderately elongated bodies with relatively short, well-muscled legs and long front claws for digging. Although the most common fur color is black and white, some skunks are brown or grey and a few are cream-colored. All skunks are striped, even from birth. They may have a single thick stripe across back and tail, two thinner stripes, or a series of white spots and broken stripes (in the case of the spotted skunk). Some also have stripes on their legs. Skunks are omnivorous, eating both plant and animal material and changing their diets as the seasons change. Alexandra: I think skunks really get a bad rap, they're just cute stinky kitties! Javier: They are kind of cute, but it would be better if they couldn't spray Alexandra: Oh yes, they are known for their ability to spray a liquid with a strong unpleasant smell, but it's all done in self-defense! Javier: I know. Isn't there ways to get rid of the smell I hear like tomato sauce would help. Alexandra: Oh yes, but as long as you realized they have a single thick stripe across back and tail you can avoid the spray and not need to use any tomato juice! Javier: I don't go out into the woods very often so I don't have to worry about making sure things are skunks and not cats.....lol Alexandra: Well, while relatively rare, some people keep skunks as pets, so you might see one in your neighbors house Javier: Yeah, but don't the pet ones usually have their spray removed

i play the trumpet.

A trumpet is a brass instrument commonly used in classical and jazz ensembles. The trumpet group contains the instruments with the highest register in the brass family. Trumpet-like instruments have historically been used as signaling devices in battle or hunting, with examples dating back to at least 1500 BC; they began to be used as musical instruments only in the late 14th or early 15th century. Trumpets are used in art music styles, for instance in orchestras, concert bands, and jazz ensembles, as well as in popular music. They are played by blowing air through nearly-closed lips (called the player's embouchure), producing a "buzzing" sound that starts a standing wave vibration in the air column inside the instrument. Since the late 15th century they have primarily been constructed of brass tubing, usually bent twice into a rounded rectangular shape. There are many distinct types of trumpet, with the most common being pitched in B (a transposing instrument), having a tubing length of about . Early trumpets did not provide means to change the length of tubing, whereas modern instruments generally have three (or sometimes four) valves in order to change their pitch. Most trumpets have valves of the piston type, while some have the rotary type. Jared: Do you play any musical instruments? I play the trumpet which is a brass instrument commonly used in classical and jazz music. Nathaniel: Yes i play all brass instruments. I was all state in high school for playing the Tuba. Jared: The tuba? that is a great instrument. It is the largest of all brass instruments. I would love to try it. Nathaniel: once you start hitting the high notes, it almost like playing the trumpet. Jared: Interesting. I might give it a go. My trumpet has valves of the piston type while I know some have the rotary types. Do tubas also have them? Nathaniel: you have piston and rotary. my favorite is the rotary. they are alot smoother. Jared: You may well be right there. You know tuba is actually latin for trumpet. Nathaniel: no i did not know that. Jared: That is my random fact. Another one is that trumpets have existed so far back in history some of the predecessors of the modern instrument are now known to actually date as far back as the neolithic era! Nathaniel: interesting!

i am a veterinarian.

Veterinary medicine is the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease, disorder and injury in non-human animals. The scope of veterinary medicine is wide, covering all animal species, both domesticated and wild, with a wide range of conditions which can affect different species. Veterinary medicine is widely practiced, both with and without professional supervision. Professional care is most often led by a veterinary physician (also known as a vet, veterinary surgeon or veterinarian), but also by paraveterinary workers such as veterinary nurses or technicians. This can be augmented by other paraprofessionals with specific specialisms such as animal physiotherapy or dentistry, and species relevant roles such as farriers. Veterinary science helps human health through the monitoring and control of zoonotic disease (infectious disease transmitted from non-human animals to humans), food safety, and indirectly through human applications from basic medical research. They also help to maintain food supply through livestock health monitoring and treatment, and mental health by keeping pets healthy and long living. Veterinary scientists often collaborate with epidemiologists, and other health or natural scientists depending on type of work. Brianna: vets are super cool people Sara: Yeah the whole practice of veterinary medicine is really cool. Brianna: yea its cool what they do Sara: They deal with the prevention and diagnosis of disease for animals. Brianna: oh yea i love that they love animals Sara: They also deal with injury and disorders for animals too. Brianna: such pure and honest work Sara: Agreed, not only do they deal with diagnosis but also treatment.

i also enjoy reading the game of thrones series books.

A Song of Ice and Fire is a series of epic fantasy novels by the American novelist and screenwriter George R. R. Martin. He began the first volume of the series, "A Game of Thrones", in 1991 and had it published in 1996. Martin, who initially envisioned the series as a trilogy, has published five out of a planned seven volumes. The fifth and most recent volume of the series published in 2011, "A Dance with Dragons", took Martin six years to write. He is still writing the sixth novel, "The Winds of Winter". "A Song of Ice and Fire" takes place on the fictional continents Westeros and Essos. The point of view of each chapter in the story is a limited perspective of a range of characters growing from nine, in the first novel, to thirty-one by the fifth. Three main stories interweave a dynastic war among several families for control of Westeros, the rising threat of the supernatural Others in the northernmost reaches of Westeros, and the ambition of Daenerys Targaryen, the deposed king's exiled daughter, to assume the Iron Throne. Martin's inspirations included the Wars of the Roses and the French historical novels "The Accursed Kings" by Maurice Druon. "A Song of Ice and Fire" received praise for its diverse portrayal of women and religion, as well as its realism. Justin: Have you read Game of thrones book? Megan: I haven't. I didn't know it was a book - I thought it was a TV series? Justin: It is but the TV series was adapted from the book Megan: oh wow. What's it about? Justin: The struggle for power between neighboring kingdoms Megan: What year does it take place? Justin: It was written by George RR martin and it takes place during medieval times Megan: how many books are in the series?

i love to dance.

Dance is a performing art form consisting of purposefully selected sequences of human movement. This movement has aesthetic and symbolic value, and is acknowledged as dance by performers and observers within a particular culture. Dance can be categorized and described by its choreography, by its repertoire of movements, or by its historical period or place of origin. An important distinction is to be drawn between the contexts of theatrical and participatory dance, although these two categories are not always completely separate; both may have special functions, whether social, ceremonial, competitive, erotic, martial, or sacred/liturgical. Other forms of human movement are sometimes said to have a dance-like quality, including martial arts, gymnastics, cheerleading, figure skating, synchronized swimming, marching bands, and many other forms of athletics. Theatrical dance, also called performance or concert dance, is intended primarily as a spectacle, usually a performance upon a stage by virtuoso dancers. It often tells a story, perhaps using mime, costume and scenery, or else it may simply interpret the musical accompaniment, which is often specially composed. Examples are western ballet and modern dance, Classical Indian dance and Chinese and Japanese song and dance dramas. Mia: I love to Dance, even when I am not good at it. Diego: Same here, dance is a great performing art to get into even if you're awful like me. Mia: Yes, Maybe I should take some lessons. Diego: You should, it's interesting learning the aesthetic and symbolic movements. Mia: Sounds interesting, do you know were could I find a good Dance school? Diego: It really depends where you live, you'd have to find one with good choreography and movements. Mia: Yes, I guess. Do you know about any great dancers? Diego: Not really, since I'm more into other dance-like movements like martial arts.

i love tacos but hate spaghetti.

A taco is a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables, and cheese, allowing for great versatility and variety. A taco is generally eaten without utensils and is often accompanied by garnishes such as salsa, chili pepper, avocado, guacamole, cilantro (coriander), tomatoes, onions, and lettuce. The origins of the taco are not precisely known, and etymologies for the culinary usage of the word are generally theoretical. According to the Real Academia Española, publisher of "Diccionario de la Lengua Española", the word "taco" describes a typical Mexican dish of a maize tortilla folded around food. This meaning of the Spanish word "taco" is a Mexican innovation, but in other dialects "taco" is used to mean "wedge; wad, plug; billiard cue; blowpipe; ramrod; short, stocky person; [or] short, thick piece of wood." As used in this non-culinary way, the word "taco" has cognates in other European languages, including the French word "tache" and the English word "tack (nail)." According to one etymological theory, the culinary meaning of "taco" derives from its "plug" meaning as employed among Mexican silver miners, who used explosive charges in plug form consisting of a paper wrapper and gunpowder filling. Nolan: I love tacos, especially when they are tradition and in corn tortillas. Nevaeh: Corn tortillas are the best for tacos, more authentic Nolan: They really are, so what do you like on your tacos? There's beef, pork, chicken, and all sorts of vegetables. Nevaeh: chicken and beef tacos are my favorite but depends on the mood Nolan: Agreed, beef or steak are my favorites. You can even do seafood on them, like fish or shrimp! Nevaeh: Shrimp tacos can be great too, really refreshing. Nolan: Especially with some coleslaw and lime! I love that I don't even have to use utensils to eat them as well as stuff like avocado and salsa on then. Nevaeh: Coleslaw and lime are amazing on tacos

i love christmas.

Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. A feast central to the Christian liturgical year, it is preceded by the season of Advent or the Nativity Fast and initiates the season of Christmastide, which historically in the West lasts twelve days and culminates on Twelfth Night; in some traditions, Christmastide includes an octave. Christmas Day is a public holiday in many of the world's nations, is celebrated religiously by a majority of Christians, as well as culturally by many non-Christians, and forms an integral part of the holiday season centered around it. The traditional Christmas narrative, the Nativity of Jesus, delineated in the New Testament says that Jesus was born in Bethlehem, in accordance with messianic prophecies. When Joseph and Mary arrived in the city, the inn had no room and so they were offered a stable where the Christ Child was soon born, with angels proclaiming this news to shepherds who then further disseminated the information. Although the month and date of Jesus' birth are unknown, by the early-to-mid fourth century the Western Christian Church had placed Christmas on December 25, a date that was later adopted in the East. Angelina: I love christmas Kylee: You Gotta Love Christmas, much like the album by former Chicago bassist Peter Cetera. Are you familiar with his music? Angelina: No I am not familiar with his music. Kylee: Chicago was a monster funk/blues band when they started out, afterthe unfortunate death of guitarist Terry Kath they took a more slow rock sound. what kind of music do you like? Angelina: I like all types of music, rap, rock and most anything. Kylee: what kind of hip hop artists do you like? newer or older rappers? Angelina: I like new and old, I like to listen to a lot of Wiz Khalifa. Kylee: for me it was the old school, Run-Dmc, Furious Five, Grandmaster Flash, have you heard the older guys? Angelina: Not those older guys, I have heard of young jeezy, eminem, and vanilla ice Kylee: I'm not familiar with Jeezy, what are some good songs of his?

i used to own a casino.

A casino is a facility which houses and accommodates certain types of gambling activities. The industry that deals in casinos is called the gaming industry. Casinos are most commonly built near or combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, cruise ships or other tourist attractions. There is much debate over whether the social and economic consequences of casino gambling outweigh the initial revenue that may be generated. Some casinos are also known for hosting live entertainment events, such as stand-up comedy, concerts, and sporting events. The term "casino" is a confusing linguistic false friend for translators. "Casino" is of Italian origin; the root "casa" (house) originally meant a small country villa, summerhouse, or social club. During the 19th century, the term "casino" came to include other public buildings where pleasurable activities took place; such edifices were usually built on the grounds of a larger Italian villa or palazzo, and were used to host civic town functions, including dancing, gambling, music listening, and sports; examples in Italy include Villa Farnese and Villa Giulia, and in the US the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island. In modern-day Italian—the source-language of the word—a "casino" is either a brothel (also called "casa chiusa", literally "closed house"), a mess, or a noisy environment, while a gaming house is spelt "casinò", with an accent.. Not all casinos were used for gaming. Ellie: Hi do you like to gamble? Veronica: I LOVE to gamble and hang out at casinos - which as facilties housing certain types of gambling activities Ellie: Same I used to own a Casino in Atlantic City. Veronica: That's amazing!!!! It's so restricted in the US so there's not many places aside from AC and Las Vegas, right?The availability is increasing I guess. Ellie: Maryland is now a gambling city as well they were approverd a few years ago for table games. in addition to slots. Veronica: I didn't know that! I only know about Las Vegas a as a major resort city known for gambling Ellie: I meant to say state lol. There are actually a lot of states that have legalized gambling including PA, Iowa, Illonoi.... etc the list goes on.. its good and bad a lot of addiction but great revenue for the citiess Veronica: I had no idea there were more states that allowed it. I know that Las Vegas also has sports teams like the Golden Knights NHL, their first major pro team. Ellie: Yes commercial gambling has been very progressive and is legal in half of the US states!! yes they do! Veronica: The Oalkland Raiders (NFL( will start playing n LV by 2020! SO while other states are starting gambling, LV is adding professional sports teams! FUnny

i want to move to las vegas.

Las Vegas (, Spanish for "The Meadows"), officially the City of Las Vegas and often known simply as Vegas, is the 28th-most populated city in the United States, the most populated city in the state of Nevada, and the county seat of Clark County. The city anchors the Las Vegas Valley metropolitan area and is the largest city within the greater Mojave Desert. Las Vegas is an internationally renowned major resort city, known primarily for its gambling, shopping, fine dining, entertainment, and nightlife. The Las Vegas Valley as a whole serves as the leading financial, commercial, and cultural center for Nevada. The city bills itself as The Entertainment Capital of the World, and is famous for its mega casino–hotels and associated activities. It is a top three destination in the United States for business conventions and a global leader in the hospitality industry, claiming more AAA Five Diamond hotels than any other city in the world. Today, Las Vegas annually ranks as one of the world's most visited tourist destinations. The city's tolerance for numerous forms of adult entertainment earned it the title of Sin City, and has made Las Vegas a popular setting for literature, films, television programs, and music videos. Lydia: Woo hoo!!! I'm going to Vegas! The Entertainment Capitol of the World! Liam: Oh nice! Where will you be staying in Vegas? Lydia: Not sure yet. I just decided. I can't wait to see the Mojave Desert. It's the largest city within the Mojave. Liam: What else will you be doing while you're there? Lydia: Gambling, shopping, dining, and maybe go out clubbing. Liam: That sounds like fun! I've always wanted to go to a casino! Are you planning on visiting the strip? Lydia: Yes. Maybe, I will see them film some movies or television programs. That would be cool! Liam: That would be cool! You might even be able to see some celebrities, wouldn't that be awesome?! Lydia: Yes, it would! I very well could be. It is ranked as one of the world's most visited tourist destinations. Liam: What else is Vegas known for?

i eat a lot of meat.

The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is used primarily to treat difficult-to-control (refractory) epilepsy in children. The diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates. Normally, the carbohydrates contained in food are converted into glucose, which is then transported around the body and is particularly important in fueling brain-function. However, if there is little carbohydrate in the diet, the liver converts fat into fatty acids and ketone bodies. The ketone bodies pass into the brain and replace glucose as an energy source. An elevated level of ketone bodies in the blood, a state known as ketosis, leads to a reduction in the frequency of epileptic seizures. Almost half of children, and young people, with epilepsy who have tried some form of this diet saw the number of seizures drop by at least half, and the effect persists even after discontinuing the diet. There is some evidence that adults with epilepsy may benefit from the diet, and that a less strict regimen, such as a modified Atkins diet, is similarly effective. The most common adverse effect is constipation, affecting about 30% of patients—this was due to fluid restriction, which was once a feature of the diet, but this led to increased risk of kidney stones, and is no longer considered beneficial. Kennedy: I like the Ketogenic diet, I eat a lot of meat. Sydney: That's interesting. Are you allowed fruit on that diet? Kennedy: You bet! Rhubarb is a main one which I have a huge patch of. Sydney: That's interesting. I understand it causes your body to burn stored fat faster. Kennedy: Yes, other diets actually try to burn carbs instead of actual fat. Sydney: Do you have a hard time eliminating carbs? Kennedy: Most carbs, no. I do have a weakness for potatoes and pop but try to limit that as a cheat "treat". Sydney: I heard that this diet can be good for people with epilepsy. Kennedy: That's what I have read. It appears maybe the higher fat diet helps reduce seizures since your brain feeds on fat to function. Sydney: I believe that the liver converts fat into fatty acids and ketone bodies. Kennedy: Yes it does! It was nice chatting with you.

i drink a lot of tea.

Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured leaves of the "Camellia sinensis", an evergreen shrub (bush) native to Asia. After water, it is the most widely consumed drink in the world. There are many different types of tea; some, like Darjeeling and Chinese greens, have a cooling, slightly bitter, and astringent flavour, while others have vastly different profiles that include sweet, nutty, floral or grassy notes. Tea originated in Southwest China, where it was used as a medicinal drink. It was popularized as a recreational drink during the Chinese Tang dynasty, and tea drinking spread to other East Asian countries. Portuguese priests and merchants introduced it to Europe during the 16th century. During the 17th century, drinking tea became fashionable among Britons, who started large-scale production and commercialization of the plant in India to bypass the Chinese monopoly. The term herbal tea refers to drinks not made from "Camellia sinensis": infusions of fruit, leaves, or other parts of the plant, such as steeps of rosehip, chamomile, or rooibos. These are sometimes called "tisanes" or "herbal infusions" to prevent confusion with tea made from the tea plant. Daisy: I love drinking tea! After water it's the most widely consumed drink in the world Eduardo: I like tea but I much prefer ice tea. Daisy: really? i don't like iced tea, i love scorching hot teas lol even during summer Eduardo: They say drinking hot beverages in the summer is actually supposed to cool you off. I haven't experienced that though. Daisy: really? I've never heard anything like that! Tea actually originated in Southwest China Eduardo: That makes sense. They drink a lot of tea over there. Daisy: yes, they do! they use tea as a medicinal drink Eduardo: I hear that it's really good for digestion after a meal.

my favorite band is the beastie boys.

Beastie Boys were an American hip hop group from New York City, formed in 1981. For the majority of their career, the group consisted of Michael "Mike D" Diamond (vocals, drums), Adam "MCA" Yauch (vocals, bass) and Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz (vocals, guitar). Originally formed as a four-piece hardcore punk band, the Young Aborigines, in 1978 by Diamond (vocals), John Berry (guitar), Yauch (bass) and Kate Schellenbach (drums), the band appeared on the compilation cassette "New York Thrash", contributing two songs from their first EP, "Polly Wog Stew", in 1982. Berry left shortly thereafter, and was replaced by Horovitz. After achieving moderate local success with the 1983 experimental hip hop 12-inch single "Cooky Puss", Schellenbach dropped out and the Beastie Boys made a full transition to hip hop, releasing a string of successful singles. They toured with Madonna in 1985 and a year later released their debut album "Licensed to Ill". The Beastie Boys have sold 26 million records in the United States and 50 million records worldwide, making them, according to "Billboard", the biggest-selling rap group since the magazine began recording sales data in 1991. With seven platinum or better albums from 1986 to 2004, the Beastie Boys were one of the longest-lived hip hop acts worldwide. Justin: The Beastie boys is an American Band that plays Hip Hop, it was formed in 1981 Eva: I love the Beastie Boys! I remember them well. I cannot remember how many were in the band, do you know? Justin: They were 3, Micheal Diamond,Adam Yach, and Adam Horovitz Eva: What was their #1 hit? Justin: Their first EP as they call it was first EP, called "Polly Wog Stew" was released in 1982. Eva: I think my favorite song from them was "Fight for your Right to Party". Any idea what year that came out? Justin: I'm not sure but I was sad to know that Adam Horovitz was actually a replacement for an early member Berry that left the band Eva: Oh really? I didn't know that. I definitely remember listening to them in High School.

i like makeup.

Cosmetics are substances or products used to enhance or alter the appearance or fragrance of the body. Many cosmetics are designed for use of applying to the face and hair. They are generally mixtures of chemical compounds; some being derived from natural sources (such as coconut oil), and some being synthetics. Common cosmetics include lipstick, mascara, eye shadow, foundation, rouge, skin cleansers and skin lotions, shampoo, hairstyling products (gel, hair spray, etc. ), perfume and cologne. Cosmetics applied to the face to enhance its appearance are often called make-up or makeup. In the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which regulates cosmetics, defines cosmetics as "intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions". This broad definition includes any material intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. The FDA specifically excludes soap from this category. The word "cosmetics" derives from the Greek κοσμητικὴ τέχνη ("kosmetikē tekhnē"), meaning "technique of dress and ornament", from κοσμητικός ("kosmētikos"), "skilled in ordering or arranging" and that from κόσμος ("kosmos"), meaning amongst others "order" and "ornament". Kylie: I think makeup is the best idea ever. Cosmetics are great products to enhance ones appearance Jayden: Do you have a favorite brand of cosmetics? Kylie: I love them all especially the cosmetics designed to be used on the eyes and face. Jayden: Did you know lipstick was first created in 1915 by Maurice Levy? Kylie: Yes I did and it contains pigments, oils, waxes, and emollients Jayden: However, it is believed that Ancient Egyptians were the first to use makeup. Kylie: Yeah isn't that amazing. The most typical form of cosmetics are lipstick, mascara, eye shadow, foundation, rouge, skin cleansers and skin lotions, shampoo, hairstyling products Jayden: I don't use any form of makeup myself. On average, a woman will spend $15,000 on makeup in her lifetime. Kylie: A lot of money but worth it. Soap is actually not classed as a form of cosmetics by the FDA Jayden: Interesting. I did not consider soap as a makeup, though, makeup is an $8 Billion industry in the U.S.

i am a freshman at nyu.

New York University (NYU) is a private nonprofit research university based in New York City. Founded in 1831, NYU's main campus is centered in Manhattan, located with its core in Greenwich Village, and campuses based throughout New York City. NYU is also a worldwide university, operating NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU Shanghai, and centers in Accra, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Florence, London, Madrid, Paris, Prague, Sydney, Tel Aviv, and Washington, D.C. Among its faculty and alumni are 37 Nobel Laureates, over 30 Pulitzer Prize winners, over 30 Academy Award winners, and hundreds of members of the National Academies of Sciences. Alumni include heads of state, royalty, eminent mathematicians, inventors, media figures, Olympic medalists, CEOs of Fortune 500 companies, and astronauts. Albert Gallatin, Secretary of Treasury under Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, declared his intention to establish "in this immense and fast-growing city ... a system of rational and practical education fitting and graciously opened to all". A three-day-long "literary and scientific convention" held in City Hall in 1830 and attended by over 100 delegates debated the terms of a plan for a new university. These New Yorkers believed the city needed a university designed for young men who would be admitted based upon merit rather than birthright or social class. Aaliyah: I am a freshman at NYU. It's a private university, so it's quite expensive. Trenton: So I've heard! Do they offer financial aid to help? Aaliyah: They do, but not for any student like myself. Financial aid is for the needy, the talented, and the extraordinary. At least it's not for profit. Trenton: How do you qualify yourself outside of needy, talented, or extraordinary? Aaliyah: Well among the millions of high school students that apply to college, I find myself to be incredibly average and don't warrant any financial aid based on merit or fiscal hardships. Trenton: Well that's awesome that you are able to still attend even without financial aid! Do you work a part-time job along with school? Aaliyah: Yes, I have work-study which I obtained through my FAFSA application. The government pretends it's financial aid, but I think that if I'm working, it's not aid. Trenton: I think I have a friend that does something similar, it sounds familiar. I wonder if it's the same. Are you required to work under a certain amount of hours? Aaliyah: Yes, I'm required to work between 10 and 20 hours per week in order to cover the costs incurred in the pursuit of post-secondary education. It's hardly what I would consider to be financial aid. It's just a job located on campus, really. Trenton: Of course. Well that's great that you're able to attend such a reputable school and further your education. I have loans from the 2 years at a university I did 10 years ago that are still haunting me, and mine aren't even that much!

i enjoy swimming.

Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through fresh or salt water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both. Humans can hold their breath underwater and undertake rudimentary locomotive swimming within weeks of birth, as an evolutionary response. Swimming is consistently among top public recreational activities, and in some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of the educational curriculum. As a formalized sport, swimming features in a range of local, national, and international competitions, including every modern summer Olympics. Swimming relies on the natural buoyancy of the human body. On average, the body has a relative density of 0.98 compared to water, which causes the body to float. However, buoyancy varies on the basis of both body composition and the salinity of the water. Higher levels of body fat and saltier water both lower the relative density of the body and increase its buoyancy. Since the human body is only slightly less dense than water, water supports the weight of the body during swimming. As a result, swimming is “low-impact” compared to land activities such as running. Brianna: I enjoy swimming because it's low impact compared to other exercise. Daniela: (Note to requestor, I cannot see any topics on the left). I agree, my brother is a swimmer, I enjoy it as well but I am nowhere near as fast Brianna: Can you hold your breath for a long time? Daniela: I can hold my breath for about 40 seconds tops, after that I feel close to passing out, and so I come up. My family members can sometimes do it for over 5 minutes which is crazy to me Brianna: My dad used to be able to hold his breath for 5 minutes too. It's crazy. Are you comfortable in water? Daniela: i am fairly comfortable, but I do not swim often. I have a good frame for swimming and I know how to swim better than most probably, but I am not exactly an olympic swimmer Brianna: Is there any sports that you do regularly? Daniela: I play basketball regularly, and I like to play football but I only play touch because I feel like i have sustained too many concussions in my time Brianna: Me too. I got a couple in high school playing football. Scary how common it was. Daniela: I never even played in high school, I just played a few too many ames with older kids who wanted to flex their muscles. Wish I would have been smarter, but it is what it is I suppose. I feel for NFL players in that regard

my hobby creating houses out of matches.

David Mach (born 18 March 1956 in Methil, Fife) is a Scottish sculptor and installation artist. Mach's artistic style is based on flowing assemblages of mass-produced objects. Typically these include magazines,vicious teddy bears,newspapers, car tyres, match sticks and coat hangers. Many of his installations are temporary and constructed in public spaces. One example of his early magazine pieces, "Adding Fuel to the Fire", was an installation assembled from an old truck and several cars surrounded and subsumed by about 100 tons of magazines, individually arranged to create the impression that the vehicles were being caught in an explosion of flames and billowing smoke. An early influential sculpture was "Polaris," exhibited outside the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London in 1983. This consisted of some 6000 car tyres arranged as a lifesize replica of a Polaris submarine. Mach intended it as a protest against the nuclear arms race meant to stir controversy. A member of the public who took exception to the piece tried to burn it down; unfortunately, he got caught in the flames himself and suffered fatal burns. In the early 1980s Mach started to produce some smaller-scale works assembled out of unstruck match sticks. Maxwell: I saw something about matchbox houses the other day, do you know anything about David Mach? Morgan: I'm into David mach, hes actually a great sculptor. Maxwell: What has he sculpted that he is famous for? Morgan: Typically magazines, teddy bears, car types, and match sticks. Maxwell: Do you have a favorite? Morgan: I like his installations that are in the public they are usually temporary sculptures so they are here then gone. Maxwell: Is he still alive? I hope so , I want to see a piece one day. Morgan: Yeah he was born in 1956 so he is still has a few years left in him

my favorite food is pizza.

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It can also be topped with additional vegetables, meats, and condiments, and can be made without cheese. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italy town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular and common in many areas of the world. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (True Neapolitan Pizza Association), a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples, aims to "promote and protect... the true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and common fast food item in Europe and North America. Many independent or chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets offer pizza. Restaurants or chains specializing in pizza are pizzerias. Pizza delivery is common in some parts of the world. Pizza is sold fresh or frozen, either whole or in portions. Raymond: I find pizza to be a very combinient food Adrian: I love pizza too!, actually In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was actually registered with the European Union to be a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. Raymond: Wow that is amazing do you know when pizza was first originated? Adrian: Yes actually The history of pizza begins in antiquity, when different ancient cultures produced flatbreads with toppings. Raymond: Pizza has come a long way from then, right now i think my favorite pizza would be Hawaiian Pizza. Waht about you? Adrian: My favorite pizza is pepperoni for sure, I really like Little Caesars, The company was actually founded back in 1959 and is based in Detroit, Michigan, the headquarters are in the Fox Theatre building in Downtown. Raymond: I actually have never tried little Caesars but people say is one of the best fast food pizzas out there my favorite at the moment is pizza hut beacuse of their stuffed crust. Adrian: I love the stuffed crust pizza, they operate and franchise pizza restaurants in the United States, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.

i am a cat person.

The domestic cat ("Felis silvestris catus" or "Felis catus") is a small, typically furry, carnivorous mammal. They are often called house cats when kept as indoor pets or simply cats when there is no need to distinguish them from other felids and felines. They are often valued by humans for companionship and for their ability to hunt vermin. There are more than seventy cat breeds recognized by various cat registries. Cats are similar in anatomy to the other felids, with a strong flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp retractable claws, and teeth adapted to killing small prey. Cat senses fit a crepuscular and predatory ecological niche. Cats can hear sounds too faint or too high in frequency for human ears, such as those made by mice and other small animals. They can see in near darkness. Like most other mammals, cats have poorer color vision and a better sense of smell than humans. Cats, despite being solitary hunters, are a social species and cat communication includes the use of a variety of vocalizations (mewing, purring, trilling, hissing, growling, and grunting), as well as cat pheromones and types of cat-specific body language. Cats have a high breeding rate. Under controlled breeding, they can be bred and shown as registered pedigree pets, a hobby known as cat fancy. Kyle: I have owned 9 cats for about 12 years now, My friends call me the cat expert, Are you interested in cats? Kevin: Yes, I love cats. They are so cute and cuddly. Kyle: I like them for their companionship and for their ability to hunt vermin in my house, I do have a lot less mice after getting my cats. Kevin: Oh, that's good. I guess I should get some and put them in my barn. What else can you tell me about cats? Kyle: Well there are more than seventy different cat breeds that are recognized by different cat registries. Kevin: Wow, I didn't realize how many different types of cats there are. Is it true that a cat has 9 lives? Kyle: I think its true they can see in near darkness so I assume they are very safe at night without much predators. Kevin: Well, that's good. Kyle: Yep, Sadly though cats have a lot poorer color vision but do have a better sense of smell than humans. Kevin: Aww, too bad about the color blindness.

i work at a coffee shop.

Starbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of November 2016, it operates 23,768 locations worldwide. Starbucks is considered the main representative of "second wave coffee", initially distinguishing itself from other coffee-serving venues in the US by taste, quality, and customer experience while popularizing darkly roasted coffee. Since the 2000s, third wave coffee makers have targeted quality-minded coffee drinkers with hand-made coffee based on lighter roasts, while Starbucks nowadays uses automated espresso machines for efficiency and safety reasons. Starbucks locations serve hot and cold drinks, whole-bean coffee, microground instant coffee known as VIA, espresso, caffe latte, full- and loose-leaf teas including Teavana tea products, Evolution Fresh juices, Frappuccino beverages, La Boulange pastries, and snacks including items such as chips and crackers; some offerings (including their annual fall launch of the Pumpkin Spice Latte) are seasonal or specific to the locality of the store. Many stores sell pre-packaged food items, hot and cold sandwiches, and drinkware including mugs and tumblers; select "Starbucks Evenings" locations offer beer, wine, and appetizers. Kyle: Starbucks is pretty good but its way too expensive to get often. Derek: Yea i dont care for starbucks or coffee in general Kyle: I even have a giftcard for them but I still haven't gotten around to going there. Derek: Starbucks is not that greta its very popular but just overpriced coffee Kyle: You can get better coffee at a local coffee shop or cafe honestly. Derek: Starbucks is pretty new too its only from 1971 Kyle: That's actually quite a bit older than I thought it was. I can't imagine it was as popular back then. Derek: Its quite new for being so disgustingly popular though, it has over 23,768 places now thats crazy Kyle: That's unbelievable! They are even more popular than I thought they were! Derek: Yep starbucks coffee probably generates billions

i pay my employees minimum wage.

Exploitation of labour is the act of treating ones workers unfairly for ones own benefit. It is a social relationship based on a fundamental asymmetry in a power relationship between workers and their employers. When speaking about exploitation there is a direct affiliation with consumption in social theory. Traditionally, this would label exploitation as unfairly taking advantage of another person because of his or her inferior position, giving the exploiter the power. Karl Marx, who is considered the most classical and influential theorist of exploitation, did not share the same traditional account of exploitation. Marx's theory explicitly rejects the moral framing characteristic of the notion of exploitation, and restricts the concept to the field of labour relations. In analyzing exploitation, many political economists are often stuck between the explanation of the exploitation of labour given by Marx and Adam Smith. Marx's exploitation theory is one of the major elements analyzed in Marxian economics, and some social theorists consider it to be a cornerstone in Marxist thought. Marx credited the Scottish Enlightenment writers for originally propounding a materialist interpretation of history. Adriana: In some organization, the workers are treated unfairly for their benefits, such act is known as exploitation of labour. Edgar: That seems horrible! Where does this occur? In the US? Adriana: it happens i many parts of us and mainly in united kingdom. Edgar: Wow! I had no idea. What is being done to stop it from happening? Adriana: The workers should fight for their rights. In the early middle age, this type of culture was introduced first. Edgar: So sad! Are there laws that prohibit this type of exploitation? Adriana: The main reason for this is the political economist who struck between the organization and the government of the natino. Edgar: Interesting. Well, I hope it become much less prevalent.

i love hamburgers.

A hamburger, beefburger or burger is a sandwich consisting of one or more cooked patties of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun. The patty may be pan fried, barbecued, or flame broiled. Hamburgers are often served with cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, onion, pickles, or chiles; condiments such as mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, or "special sauce"; and are frequently placed on sesame seed buns. A hamburger topped with cheese is called a cheeseburger. The term "burger" can also be applied to the meat patty on its own, especially in the UK where the term "patty" is rarely used, or the term can even refer simply to ground beef. The term may be prefixed with the type of meat or meat substitute used, as in "turkey burger", "bison burger", or "veggie burger". Hamburgers are sold at fast-food restaurants, diners, and specialty and high-end restaurants (where burgers may sell for several times the cost of a fast-food burger, but may be one of the cheaper options on the menu). There are many international and regional variations of the hamburger. The term "hamburger" originally derives from Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city. In German, "Burg" means "castle", "fortified settlement" or "fortified refuge" and is a widespread component of place names. Catherine: I love hamburgers, grilled or fried. But my favorite is flame broiled. Do you like them? Patrick: I love broiled hamburgers, but they are very unhealthy. Catherine: That may be true, but I feel anything is ok in moderation. I love BK's whopper much better than McDonald's Big Mac.. Patrick: The BK's whopper rules, it is not even close. Catherine: I agree. I guess that's why they advertise as Home of the Whopper. They know they've got a great thing going! Patrick: The best advertisement ever! Home of the Whopper.Just genial. Catherine: Yes, whatever they use for advertising must work since they've been around since 1954. Patrick: I had no idea it goes back all the way to 1954. Catherine: Yep, they've been around a good while, and don't look to be going anywhere anytime soon! Patrick: I could not agree more.

my favorite beer is coors.

The Coors Brewing Company is a regional division of the world's third-largest brewing company, the Molson Coors Brewing Company. Until October 11, 2016, the operations in the United States were a joint venture with SABMiller called MillerCoors. Coors operates a brewery in Golden, Colorado, that is the largest single brewery facility in the world. Since that time, Coors has been a division of Molson Coors. In 1873, German immigrants Adolph Coors and Jacob Schueler from Prussia emigrated to the United States and established a brewery in Golden, Colorado, after buying a recipe for a Pilsner-style beer from a Czech immigrant William Silhan. Coors invested $2,000 in the operation, and Schueler invested $6,000. In 1880, Coors bought out his partner and became sole owner of the brewery. The Coors Brewing Company managed to survive Prohibition relatively intact. Years before the Volstead Act went into effect nationwide, Adolph Coors with sons Adolph Jr., Grover, and Herman established the Adolph Coors Brewing and Manufacturing Company, which included Herold Porcelain and other ventures. The brewery itself was converted into a malted milk and near beer production facility. Coors sold much of the malted milk to the Mars candy company for the production of sweets. Trinity: Hello Tyler: Welcome to The Coors Brewing Company, the world's third largest brewing company! Trinity: Thank you! Coors is actually my favorite beer! Tyler: I'm just kidding. Coors is trash. Now Molson is where it's at! Been brewing in Montreal, Quebec since 1786! Trinity: I've never had Molson, but I have had a lot of beers and I still think Coors is pretty good. Tyler: To be fair, Molson merged with Coors back in 2005, so all that Rocky Mountain stuff is just American corporate propaganda. They're actually Canadian now! Trinity: Interesting to know! Corona is American too I believe. Tyler: Wrong again! Corona is actually owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev, which is based in Belgium! Waffles anyone?

i want to go to mars.

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System after Mercury. In English, Mars carries a name of the Roman god of war, and is often referred to as the "Red Planet" because the reddish iron oxide prevalent on its surface gives it a reddish appearance that is distinctive among the astronomical bodies visible to the naked eye. Mars is a terrestrial planet with a thin atmosphere, having surface features reminiscent both of the impact craters of the Moon and the valleys, deserts, and polar ice caps of Earth. The rotational period and seasonal cycles of Mars are likewise similar to those of Earth, as is the tilt that produces the seasons. Mars is the site of Olympus Mons, the largest volcano and second-highest known mountain in the Solar System, and of Valles Marineris, one of the largest canyons in the Solar System. The smooth Borealis basin in the northern hemisphere covers 40% of the planet and may be a giant impact feature. Mars has two moons, Phobos and Deimos, which are small and irregularly shaped. These may be captured asteroids, similar to 5261 Eureka, a Mars trojan. There are ongoing investigations assessing the past habitability potential of Mars, as well as the possibility of extant life. Makenzie: Mars seems like such a mysterious, fascinating planet! Faith: I agree! It is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second smallest planet in the Solar System. Makenzie: Oh, I actually thought it was a large planet! There's always so much talk about life on Mars, do you think that's possible? Are there resources on the planet? Faith: Mars has a thin atmosphere and polar ice caps which give scientists hope of finding life on Mars. Makenzie: That's so cool! Does NASA still send missions to explore Mars? Faith: Yes, there are ongoing space missions that are investigating Mars and its potential for life. Makenzie: Do you know when the first mission to Mars took place? Faith: Probes have been sent to Mars beginning in the late 19th century. Makenzie: Wow, that's mind blowing! Do you know how far Mars is from the Earth? Faith: I can't say but interestingly, Mars has a tilt which means that it should have seasons similar to those of Earth.

i drive a ford truck.

The Ford Motor Company (commonly referred to simply as "Ford") is an American multinational automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. It was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903. The company sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand. Ford also owns Brazilian SUV manufacturer, Troller, and Australian performance car manufacturer FPV. In the past, it has also produced tractors and automotive components. Ford owns an 8% stake in Aston Martin of the United Kingdom, and a 49% stake in Jiangling of China. It also has a number of joint-ventures, one in China (Changan Ford), one in Taiwan (Ford Lio Ho), one in Thailand (AutoAlliance Thailand), one in Turkey (Ford Otosan), and one in Russia (Ford Sollers). It is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is controlled by the Ford family, although they have minority ownership (but majority of the voting power). Ford introduced methods for large-scale manufacturing of cars and large-scale management of an industrial workforce using elaborately engineered manufacturing sequences typified by moving assembly lines; by 1914, these methods were known around the world as Fordism. Cristian: I'm a big fan of the Ford Motor Company. They help support our domestic automotive economy. Karen: Ford Motor Company (commonly referred to simply as "Ford") is an American multinational automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, Cristian: Ford Motors has been a leader in assembly line processes for over 100 years! Karen: Ford car was was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903. Cristian: The Ford F-150 has been the best selling vehicle in the United States for over 32 years. Karen: Interestingly, ford ord did not invent the automobile or the assembly line, he developed and manufactured the first automobile that many middle-class Americans could afford. Cristian: Ford is expanding its global battery research and development footprint for electrified vehicles this year. Karen: company sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand.

i am a blackjack dealer.

Blackjack, also known as twenty-one, is a comparing card game between usually several players and a dealer, where each player in turn competes against the dealer, but players do not play against each other. It is played with one or more decks of 52 cards, and is the most widely played casino banking game in the world. The objective of the game is to beat the dealer in one of the following ways: Players are each dealt two cards, face up or down depending on the casino and the table at which you sit. In the U.S., the dealer is also dealt two cards, normally one up (exposed) and one down (hidden). In most other countries, the dealer receives one card face up. The value of cards two through ten is their pip value (2 through 10). Face cards (Jack, Queen, and King) are all worth ten. Aces can be worth one or eleven. A hand's value is the sum of the card values. Players are allowed to draw additional cards to improve their hands. A hand with an ace valued as 11 is called "soft", meaning that the hand will not bust by taking an additional card; the value of the ace will become one to prevent the hand from exceeding 21. Otherwise, the hand is "hard". Once all the players have completed their hands, it is the dealer’s turn. Leslie: Have you ever try playing Blackjack? Adam: I have. I used to play against my husband in college. Beat me every time. Have you ever played? Leslie: No I have not. How does it work? Adam: You have to beat the dealer. Each person gets two cards (one face down and one face up), and the idea is you want your cards to total 21 or close to it. Leslie: Well, that's an interesting game. How did you bet to win the game? Adam: That's the sad part. I'm too much of a scaredy-cat so I never bet high enough. You're supposed to bet and receive two more cards face up, but I don't trust my luck. Leslie: well that's sad, do you think it's fun enough to be worth learning? Adam: Well, I think so. It's at least good for training your poker face which is the major focus when you place bets in poker. Leslie: Well, I already have an amazing poker face so I would probably just skip learning it. Adam: So I take it you Lady Gaga's "Poker Face" is your theme song? Haha.

my mother is an immigrant from saudi arabia.

Immigration to the United States is the international movement of individuals who are not natives or do not possess citizenship in order to settle, reside, study or to take-up employment in the United States. It has been a major source of population growth and cultural change throughout much of the history of the United States. The United States has a larger immigrant population than any other country, with 47 million immigrants as of 2015. This represents 19.1% of the 244 million international migrants worldwide, and 14.4% of the U.S. population. The economic, social, and political aspects of immigration have caused controversy regarding ethnicity, economic benefits, jobs for non-immigrants, settlement patterns, impact on upward social mobility, crime, and voting behavior. Prior to 1965, policies such as the national origins formula limited immigration and naturalization opportunities for people from areas outside Western Europe. Exclusion laws enacted as early as the 1880s generally prohibited or severely restricted immigration from Asia, and quota laws enacted in the 1920s curtailed Eastern European immigration. The Civil Rights Movement led to the replacement of these ethnic quotas with per-country limits. Jillian: Many of my family members immigrated from Poland. There were several policies that limited immigration for people who were not from Western Europe. Max: Thats interesting. My ancestors were from Ireland for the most part. Tell me about your Polish heritage. Jillian: My paternal grandparents were from there. There are over 10 million Polish Americans in the United States. Max: I was not aware of that. How did they choose America apart from other countries? Jillian: They chose to come here because of the Nazi invasion on September 1st, 1939. They saw several family members head off to what is now know as concentration camps. Max: Thats sad to hear. The Nazies tried to take over everything, one country at a time. Jillian: Yes, it is. There is still much today about the validity of what happened, but most historians believe that both positions have merit. Max: Thats very interesting. Please tell me more. Jillian: Andreas Hilgruber said that there was no moral difference between the Allied forces policies and the genocide waged against the Jews. Max: Thats very interesting. I dont alot about the subject but enjoy discussing and learning more.

my favorite basketball team is the vancouver grizzlies.

The Vancouver Grizzlies were a Canadian professional basketball team based in Vancouver, British Columbia. They were part of the Midwest Division of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The team was established in 1995, along with the Toronto Raptors, as part of the NBA's expansion into Canada. Following the 2000–01 season, the team relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, United States, and are known as the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies played their home games at General Motors Place for the entirety of their 6 seasons in Vancouver. Like most expansion teams, the Grizzlies struggled in their early years. The team finished last in the division in five of its seasons, and never managed to win more than 30 percent of its games in any of the team's seasons in Vancouver. In total, the team won 101 games, lost 359, and never qualified for the NBA playoffs. The two expansion teams were denied early draft picks in the first season, but the Grizzlies secured Shareef Abdur-Rahim in 1996. The team continued to lose games despite high draft picks. After they selected Steve Francis as second pick in 1999, he refused to play in Vancouver and was traded away. After the 1998–99 lockout, lower attendance and a weak Canadian dollar caused the owner Orca Bay Sports and Entertainment to start losing money on the franchise. Oscar: Hello! How are you? Do you like basketball? My favorite team is the Vancouver Grizzles. Isaac: Hi, i'm good thanks for asking . i have heard of basketball im not a fan at all. But if i had to pock it would be celtics Oscar: Oh that's cool. I really like Kobe Bryant too. He won five NBA championships while playing for the Lakers. Isaac: Cool i dont know who that is . I rather watch football. Do u like football? Oscar: It is alright. But I don't really have a favorite team so it is hard for me to get into it. I like the super bowl for the commercials though. Isaac: Yeah the commercials are pretty great sometimes the half shows are too. My favorit football team is the broncos and the patriots Oscar: Oh yeah. I do like Manning! He was really good. Isaac: Yeah hes my fav and Tom Brady cant choose lol Oscar: Yes. I forgot about him too.

i had to call 911 when i had a terrible headache.

A migraine is a primary headache disorder characterized by recurrent headaches that are moderate to severe. Typically, the headaches affect one half of the head, are pulsating in nature, and last from two to 72 hours. Associated symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, sound, or smell. The pain is generally made worse by physical activity. Up to one-third of people have an aura: typically a short period of visual disturbance that signals that the headache will soon occur. Occasionally, an aura can occur with little or no headache following it. Migraines are believed to be due to a mixture of environmental and genetic factors. About two-thirds of cases run in families. Changing hormone levels may also play a role, as migraines affect slightly more boys than girls before puberty and two to three times more women than men. The risk of migraines usually decreases during pregnancy. The underlying mechanisms are not fully known. It is, however, believed to involve the nerves and blood vessels of the brain. Initial recommended treatment is with simple pain medication such as ibuprofen and paracetamol (acetaminophen) for the headache, medication for the nausea, and the avoidance of triggers. Trinity: Migraines can be very infuriating to have. They differ from normal headaches in many ways such that they can last 72 hours! Have you been unlucky to experience one of those? Chase: Yeah they are the worst the pain can get really intense to where you have to take medication Trinity: Yeah medication like ibuprofin can alleviate migraines, but also a change in behavior can reduce them too! Avoid the triggers if you know them. Chase: What can be something that triggers a migrane? Trinity: Well it depends on the person. Unfortunately the underlying mechanisms of migraines are not 100% known, but for me personally overthinking triggers my migraines and poor nutrition (deficiency in magnesium according to my doctor) Chase: Yeah i always make sure to make my nutrition a priotiry, although migranes dont happen often to me what about youy Trinity: Recently I haven't had one in about a year but I'd used to get them about 3 times a week over the course of 2 years. Changing my lifestyle helped a lot! Chase: wow that must have been horrible did you take anything to reduce the pain? Trinity: Yes I tried ibuprofen, acetaminophen (I believe that's tylenol), and also various doctor prescribed medicines. They really didn't help with the pain. Best thing I could do was take sleeping pills to knock me out. Chase: At least you got better thanks to your nutrition

i hate that my mom made me get braces.

Dental braces (also known as braces, orthodontic cases, or cases) are devices used in orthodontics that align and straighten teeth and help position them with regard to a person's bite, while also aiming to improve dental health. They are often used to correct underbites, as well as malocclusions, overbites, open bites, deep bites, cross bites, crooked teeth, and various other flaws of the teeth and jaw. Braces can be either cosmetic or structural. Dental braces are often used in conjunction with other orthodontic appliances to help widen the palate or jaws and to otherwise assist in shaping the teeth and jaws. According to scholars and historians, braces date back to ancient times. Around 400-300 BCE, Hippocrates and Aristotle contemplated ways to straighten teeth and fix various dental conditions. Archaeologists have discovered numerous mummified ancient individuals with what appear to be metal bands wrapped around their teeth. Catgut, a type of cord made from the natural fibers of an animal's intestines, performed a similar role to today’s orthodontic wire in closing gaps in the teeth and mouth. The Etruscans buried their dead with dental appliances in place to maintain space and prevent collapse of the teeth during the afterlife. Jayla: I really want to get braces to align and straighten my teeth but, I worry about the pain. Tiffany: I wore braces for over two years, and I can understand your apprehension - they're painful. However, they do offer something called invisalign now Jayla: Yea I know, but in 2014 a systematic review concluded in insufficient evidence proving that they worked. Tiffany: Oh interesting. So the braces weren't effective in the long term, or the alternative treatments - like invisalign - weren't working like braces? Jayla: Invisalign, but some research can be misleading, they are considered effective for moderate crowding of the front teeth, but not as effective as braces. Tiffany: I see. Can you tell me about the differences in the treatments at all, e.g. do people experience pain with invisalign, similar to traditional braces? Jayla: The aligners can hurt when they press against the teeth, they can also cause soreness in the mouth as well. Tiffany: Hmm doesn't sound too different from traditional braces in that sense. But, I know the metal ones can cut the mouth and lead to canker sores. Jayla: I hate canker sores I have to eat differently when I get them, and I love food. Tiffany: Me too. I have tried many times to shorten their duration, but nothing seems to work for me. Any suggestions? Jayla: My mom tells me to rinse my mouth with peroxide and water, as well as salt and water.

i am a vegan.

Vegetarianism has its roots in the civilizations of ancient India and ancient Greece. Vegetarianism is the theory and practice of voluntary non-consumption of the flesh of any animal (including sea animals), with or without also eschewing other animal derivatives (such as dairy products or eggs). The earliest records of vegetarianism as a concept and practice amongst a significant number of people concern ancient India and the ancient Greek civilizations in southern Italy and Greece. In both instances the diet was closely connected with the idea of nonviolence toward animals (called "ahimsa" in India), and was promoted by religious groups and philosophers. Following the Christianization of the Roman Empire in late antiquity (4th-6th centuries), vegetarianism nearly disappeared from Europe. Several orders of monks in medieval Europe restricted or banned the consumption of meat for ascetic reasons, but none of them abstained from the consumption of fish; these monks were not vegetarians, but some were pescetarians. Vegetarianism was to reemerge somewhat in Europe during the Renaissance, and became a more widespread practice during the 19th and 20th centuries. The figures for the percentage of the Western world which is vegetarian varies between 0.5% & 4% per Mintel data in September 2006. Liliana: I am thinking about starting a vegetarian diet. This means I would not consume the flesh of any animal. Bryson: That sounds healthy! What are the advantages of a vegetarian diet over eating animal protein? Liliana: I'm not sure of the specifics, but health is only one reason for adopting a vegetarian lifestyle. Other motivations are political, cultural, or economic. Bryson: What would be an example of some of these reason? Is it cheaper to eat a vegetarian diet? Liliana: Yes and no. While many people save money from not buying meat, supplementing the vitamins and protein meat gives you can be expensive. Bryson: That is true. Supplements are crazy expensive. What political reasons are the for this kind of diet? Is it because people don't want to harm animals? Liliana: People argue that animals have the same rights as humans. There is an activist movement, eco feminism, that believes oppression of animals and women are linked. Bryson: Really? I had never heard that before! Do you know the reasoning for their thinking that it is linked? Seems like a stretch to me. Liliana: The philosophy is that oppression of animals is similar to the privileged dominating others. Bryson: Wow! That is an interesting correlation. Seems hard to prove but to each their own. What is your reason to become a vegetarian?