I was at the airport to pick up my friend Sandra, who was visiting from Italy. Gustavo: Do you have everything? Sandra: Yes, I think so. But, I dont have any U.S. dollars. Where can I change money? Can I do that here? Gustavo: You could, but I wouldn...
I was looking forward to a quiet evening at home. As soon as I walked in the door, though, the phone rang. Paolo: Hello. Evelyn: Hi, could I speak to Tony? Paolo: Hes not here right now. Can I take a message? Evelyn: Do you know when hell be back? Pa...
Dad: Where have you been? Do you know what time it is? Caitlin: Im sorry, Dad. I lost track of time. Dad: Lost track of time? Weve been worried sick about you. You were supposed to come straight home after school. Caitlin: I know, but Janet was showi...
I work in our companys Toledo office and I was meeting with my counterpart in our Raleigh office. I was trying to explain to her our new proposal to make some changes in the corporate structure. But, it wasnt going very well. Rory: So, with the new p...
My favorite time of year is the summer. I like being outdoors , doing anything from hiking to going to the beach. One thing about working in an office all week is that I dont get much fresh air. With summer here, I plan to take full advantage. Last w...
Tadashi: Was that Diane you were talking to just now? Helen: Yeah, do you know her? Tadashi: Diane and I used to work together. She looked happy. Helen: Yeah, shes dating a new man. I just got the scoop . Hes not her usual type . Tadashi: What do you...
I was at the store, and when the clerk finished ringing me up , I had a few problems. Clerk: Your total comes to $79.42. Peter: Do you take credit cards ? Clerk: Yes, we take Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Peter: Heres my Visa. Clerk: HmmIm...
Good morning, everyone. I believe we are all here. Please be seated and lets get started. Please join me in welcoming Olivia Dansk, from Garland Corporation Im afraid that Lionel Wu from Manatect cant be with us today, but Im pleased to welcome repre...
I went to the drugstore down the street to fill a prescription at the pharmacy . I have had some problems with my arm and the doctor prescribed for me a new medication . I waited in line and when it was my turn, I handed the prescription to the pharm...
Guido: Whoa, check you out! Thats a great costume . Are you going to the Star Trek Convention? Rita: Yeah, its in town until Sunday. Have you ever been to one? Guido: Me? No way! Dont get me wrong. Im a fan of the shows. And, no offense, but I though...
