Mr. McKenna, do you have a second? I need to talk to you about something.

Sure, Liv, what can I do for you?

Well, I was just wondering…you see, I know I’ve used up all my vacation days this year, but my sister is getting married, and the wedding is overseas, and, well…

You wanna take some time off, is that right?

Well, sir, I was just hoping that I might be able to take some unpaid leave this year.

What dates are you planning on taking off? I’ll need at least two months notice, so that I can plan for your absence.

I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that?

Well, I guess so.

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So, did I tell you about my New Year’s resolution? I’ve decided to go on a diet.

And you’re going to completely transform your eating habits, right?

Exactly! I’m going to cut out all that junk I eat; no more chips, no more soda, no more fried food.

I’ve heard this one before.

But this time I’m going to stick to it. I really mean it! Trust me, Carol, I’m going to be a new man in one year’s time!

Well, I guess we’ll just have to wait and see.

Thanks, honey, that was a great meal. I’m stuffed. Do we have any chips left?

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Do you two have any plans for the evening?

We were thinking of checking out a restaurant in the neigbourhood. Do you have any suggestions?

I know this really nice Italian place. The food is fantastic, and the décor is beautiful. I`d recommend giving it a try.

Actually, I`m not all that crazy about Italian food; I`m in the mood for something a bit lighter.

In that case, I know a great little bistro. They make a really tasty seafood platter; the fish is outstanding.

It sounds fantastic, but I`m allergic to seafood, so…

Okay, well, let me think…Oh, I know this great little place. It`s just a hole in the wall, but they do the most amazing sandwiches. You gotta give them a try.

Ella, you took me there last time I visited, and I got food poisoning, remember?

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Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I help you?

Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I’m calling to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNealy.

Certainly, what day were you thinking of?

How’s Thursday? Does she have any time available then?

Um…let me double check…unfortunately, she’s booked solid on Thursday, how does next Monday work for you?

Actually, I’ve got something scheduled on Monday. Can she do Tuesday?

Sure, Tuesday’s perfect. May I ask where you’re calling from?

Sure, Merton Financial Advisors.

Oh, actually, Tuesday’s no good. Sorry `bout that.

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Hello, Arthur. What seems to be the problem?

Hey doc. Well, I think I might need glasses. I`m getting headaches, and I really struggle to see things that are far away. But I have always had 20/20 vision.

Sounds like you may be far-sighted. OK, then, cover your left eye and read the chart in front of you.

Mmm… X, E, R, 3, a question mark, and I can`t quite make out the other symbol but I think it’s the peace sign.

Wow, Arthur! You’re as blind as a bat!

Yeah, I know, my vision is really blurry at times.

Ok then, head on over to the other room and pick out some frames while I fill out your prescription.

Thanks doc!

Arthur, that’s the bathroom.

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I can’t believe that Anthony is finally getting married!

Yeah well it’s about time! He’s been living with his parents for 40 years!

Don’t be mean. Look here come the bridesmaids! Their dresses look beautiful!

Who are those kids walking down the aisle?

That’s the flower girl and the ring bearer. I'm pretty sure they're the groom's niece and nephew. Oh, they look so cute!

I just hope the priest makes it quick. I'm starving. I hope the food's good at the reception.

That’s all you ever think about, food! Oh, I think the bride's coming now! She looks gorgeous. Wait, what's she doing? Where's she going?

Oh great! Does this mean that the reception is canceled?

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Hurry up, get in.

I’m in, let’s go!

OK, make a left here…no wait, I meant make a right. Come on, speed up!

Geez! What's the rush?

Don’t worry about it, just drive. Oh, no, the light is about to change…step on it!

Are you nuts! I’m not going to run a red light!

Whatever. Just turn right here….The freeway will be packed at this hour….let’s take a side street. Go on! Get out of our way! Move, move!

What’s your problem! Geez. Having a fit is not going to help!

Here, I know a short cut....just go down here, and we'll cut though Ashburn Heights. Let's go, let's go! Watch out for that lady!

I'm going as fast as I can!

Yes! We made it. 5:58, just before the library closes.

You're such a geek!

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Hello, I’m here to see Mr. Corleone.

Right this way, sir.

Charlie! What can I do for you?

Mr. Corlone, I’m really sorry to trouble you, but I need your help.

Anything for you, Charlie! Your father was like a brother to me.

Well, sir, you see, this recession has hit me pretty hard; I lost my job and I’m in a lot of debt.

I see……

Yeah, you know, I’ve got credit card bills, car payments, I’ve got to pay my mortgage; and on top of all that, I have to pay my son’s college tuition.

So you’re asking for a loan.

Well, I just thought maybe you could help me out.

What? At a time like this? I’m broke too, you know! You’re not the only one who has been hit by the recession! I lost half my money in the stock market crash! Go on! Get outta here!

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Those people in front of us are making so much noise. It’s so inconsiderate!

Don’t worry about it; it’s not such a big deal.

Oh…I can’t hear a thing! Excuse me, can you keep it down?

Sure, sorry `bout that!

Someone’s phone is ringing!

Honey, I think it’s your phone. Did you forget to switch it off?

Oh, no! You’re right. That’s so embarrassing!

Do you mind keeping it down? I’m trying to watch a movie here!

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Nick! How’s it going?

Oh, hey…

What are you doing in this neighborhood? Do you live around here?

Actually, my office is right around the corner.

It was great to meet you last week at the conference. I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment.

Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting. You know, I’m in a bit of a hurry, but here’s my card. We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion.

Sure, you still have my contact details, right?

You know what, this is really embarrassing, but your name has just slipped my mind. Can you remind me?

Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Don’t worry about it; it happens to me all the time. I’m terrible with names too.

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Oh great! This stupid computer froze again! That’s the third time today! Hey Samuel can you come take a look at my PC? It’s acting up again. It must have a virus or something.

Just give me a second, I’ll be right up.

I ran a virus scan on your computer and it turns out that you have a lot of infected files!

But I’m quite careful when I’m browsing the internet, I have no idea how I could have picked up a virus.

Well, you have to make sure that your anti-virus software is updated regularly; yours wasn't up to date, that’s probably what was causing your problems.

Ok. Anything else?

Yeah, try not to kick or hit the computer!

Um yeah… Sorry about that.

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So are we all ready to go?

Yup, I think so. The car`s packed, we have munchies and music, and the map`s in the car.

Did you get the camera?

Got it! Did you fill up the tank?

Yup, it`s all set.

You`re sure we`re not forgetting anything?

I`m sure…we`ve got all our bases covered.

Well…let`s get going then! I love road trips!

Umm...do you think we can make a pit stop?

But we`ve only been on the road for ten minutes.

I know, but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left.

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I can`t believe it took us two hours to get here. The traffic in New York is unbelievable.

Yeah, but just relax honey, we`re here and we`re going on vacation. In a few hours we`ll be in Hawaii and you`ll be on the golf course.

Oh no! Look at that line! It must be a mile long! There`s no way I`m waiting for another two hours.

Honey..... don`t

Hey man...the end of the line is over there....

yeah...

No seriously, I was here first, and you can`t cut in line like this

Says who?

I do

So sue me

Alright...that`s it....

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