Speaker 1
I grew up in the city. My favorite drink is iced tea. I love visiting the zoo. I have one cat that just had a kitten. I just got a new hair cut and color.
Speaker 2
I am british. I am a metal worker. I have immigrated to the united states. I am divorced. I have 1 child.
Speaker 1
I love ice tea. I have a kitten. I go to the zoo often. I grew up in big cities.
Speaker 2
I don't have pets. I am separated from my wife. I have a child. I just got to america. I worked in metal work factories.
Speaker 1
I love this iced tea but my cat just spilled it. Do you have pets?
Speaker 2
My wife took them when I moved out.
Speaker 1
Oh sorry to hear that. Unless you perceive that as a good thing.
Speaker 2
Well, I am glad our child will have them with me away.
Speaker 1
That's good. You can take them to the zoo. I go there a lot to see animals.
Speaker 2
Which one? I just got to america and don't know any places.
Speaker 1
Most major cities have a good zoo and kids love them. I don't know all the names.
Speaker 2
I see, with british leyland the way it is, I had to go to unfamiliar lands.
Speaker 1
I grew up in several big cities and always loved visiting the zoo.
Speaker 2
The factories I metal work at are always in cities, so I am there too.
Speaker 1
My cat has a kitten now so I am starting my own zoo now.
Speaker 2
It's like you are a grandparent now. Have you told the family?
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Speaker 1
I love ice tea. I have a kitten. I go to the zoo often. I grew up in big cities.
Speaker 2
I don't have pets. I am separated from my wife. I have a child. I just got to america. I worked in metal work factories.
Speaker 1
I followed your advice and told the family about the kitten. 
Speaker 2
How did it go? I hope everything went well.
Speaker 1
How what did  go?? Can you be more specific??
Speaker 2
Telling your family about the kitten? You said you told them. I wish I had pets.
Speaker 1
Tell my family what about my Kitten??? You make no sense.I think you are working to much on that factory.
Speaker 2
Ugh, fine. We'll talk about something else. Have you been to the zoo at all lately?
Speaker 1
You know I go to the zoo on a weekly basis.It is my thing.Did you get a hobby after your divorce?
Speaker 2
Not really. Don't have the time, between work and childcare. My kid really wants to go to the zoo, what animal enclosures would you recommend we make a priority?
Speaker 1
Nothing beats the Tigers!! They are just gorgeous. The monkeys are funny.
Speaker 2
Cool, we'll make sure to stop by those two first. My kid is obsessed with monkeys anyway, so we'll probably spend half the day there!
Speaker 1
I bet you guys are gonna have lot's of fun at the zoo.That place is great
Speaker 2
I wonder if they have any family discounts? I'll have to check. Sometimes you can get in to places like that cheaper if you go at a weird time or on an off day. I could call in sick to work and go to the zoo instead, ha!
 7 hours
Speaker 1
I love ice tea. I have a kitten. I grew up in big cities. I go to the zoo weekly. I like the tigers and monkeys.
Speaker 2
I am separated from my wife. I have a child. I just got to america. I worked in metal work factories. I wish I had pets. I have a kid who wants to go to the zoo. My kid likes monkeys.
Speaker 1
If you go to the zoo be sure to bring a good camera.
Speaker 2
What are the best animals to take pictures of?
Speaker 1
You can take photos of monkeys, since your kid likes them. I bet it will be a good experience. How old is she?
Speaker 2
I guess monkeys are always doing something funny. My girl is 8 and is starting to get quite independent!
Speaker 1
You'll love monkeys. You know they are some sort of "semi humans" so they are quite fun to be around. Have you found a school for your child to attend?
Speaker 2
Yes we have a good school that very close, which works out well. I am sure the monkeys play tricks on people when at the zoo, they are just so funny.
Speaker 1
That's nice. Is her recent trend of independence worrying you?
Speaker 2
Not worrying but it is getting a bit frustrating as she insists she can do things all by herself. But that is not always the case.
Speaker 1
That's quite normal for kids as they grow toward puberty. But then you can always sit with her and affirm to her that you are there for her- probably her mother's absence is a contributing factor to that.
Speaker 2
That is probably a good idea. It can be hard being a parent as it is something you have learn whilst doing it.
Speaker 1
That's true. It's often said that everyday presents us a learning opportunity, and I agree with that. Not only does it apply in parenting, but also in other aspects if life. Have you considered getting a nanny to help be with her while you're mostly at work, or she isn't for the idea?
Speaker 2
It is something we have thought about but we want as much time as possible to be family. I think sometimes people forget that is the most important thing. 
 9 hours
Speaker 1
I love ice tea. I have a kitten. I grew up in big cities. I go to the zoo weekly. I like the tigers and monkeys. I think monkeys are good to photograph.
Speaker 2
I am separated from my wife. I just got to america. I worked in metal work factories. I wish I had pets. I have a kid who wants to go to the zoo. My kid likes monkeys. I like to take pictures. I have a daughter. My daughter is 8. My daughter is independent. I think monkeys are funny. My daughter goes to a good school. My daughters independence is frustrating to me. My daughters mother is gone. I find parenting hard. I have thought about getting a nanny. I think family time is important.
Speaker 1
I have decided to visit the zoo again next week, maybe I'll see you there.
Speaker 2
That sounds like a wonderful time. I'm excited. What's your favorite animal there?
Speaker 1
There is this beautiful tiger name Joshua. He looks so elegant, but he tries to pee on visitors. I think he is unhappy there. I want to see him again although it breaks my little heart.
Speaker 2
I know what you mean. I love seeing the animals, but I get wicked sad when I think about them living in cages and confined spaces. At least they are safe from poachers.
Speaker 1
That is true. Maybe your daughter would enjoy a trip to the zoo with you. Some great bonding time!
Speaker 2
I keep pushing for her school to take a field trip there, just so I have another reason to go see the animals.
Speaker 1
Ooo! Why won't they? That sounds great! You could also get her a pet. It will help her to work on being responsible. Kittens are pretty great ;)
Speaker 2
I am not sure we are ready for a pet at our house. It's crazy enough! Maybe a fish or something, but no cats or dogs for a while. I know she'd love having a kitten, but I am not ready. Do you have any pets?
Speaker 1
I still have my kitten. She is a sweetheart. Not as much work as you would think since they do not need to go on walks. Basically we just get to enjoy pets together.
Speaker 2
But you can't really leave her, right? My family like to go on camping adventures over the weekend, not sure how that'd work with a kitten at home.
Speaker 1
I may need to wait a few more months, but then I would not feel bad leaving her for a night or two. They do have kitty daycares too!
Speaker 2
THat's true. I'd feel a little bit bad about shipping her off somewhere for a night or two, I am sure she'd get confused.
 11 hours
Speaker 1
I love ice tea. I have a kitten. I grew up in big cities. I go to the zoo weekly. I like the tigers and monkeys. I think monkeys are good to photograph. I going to zoo next week. My favorite animal  tiger name Joshua. I have a cat. I like to enjoy pets together. I going to leave here in few months.
Speaker 2
I am separated from my wife. I just got to america. I worked in metal work factories. I wish I had pets. I have a kid who wants to go to the zoo. My kid likes monkeys. I like to take pictures. I have a daughter. My daughter is 8. My daughter is independent. I think monkeys are funny. My daughter goes to a good school. My daughters independence is frustrating to me. My daughters mother is gone. I find parenting hard. I push my daughter school to trip there. I have thought about getting a nanny. I think family time is important. I too like animals. I'm getting worried about while I think about them living in cages and confined spaces. I don't have pets. My family like to go on camping adventures the weekend.
Speaker 1
How was your trip? Did your daughter like that place?
Speaker 2
Yes she loved it!  It was a great weekend. Have you done much camping?
Speaker 1
I have done a little camping and would like to do more in the future. What is one of your favorite places to camp?
Speaker 2
I like Manitoba. Do you camp in a tent or Yurt, cabin or camper trailer?
Speaker 1
I've only camped in a tent so far, but would like to try out a camper trailer. What do use for camping?
Speaker 2
We usually do tents but we have camped in yurts too. Did you go to the zoo last weekend?
Speaker 1
I see. Yes, I did make it to the zoo.  Have you gone to your local zoo?
Speaker 2
I went to the Bronx zoo it was amazing! Did you get to see Joshua?
Speaker 1
I think the Bronx Zoo is one of the best in the country.   Yes, I did see Joshua.  Did you use a season pass for the zoo or just a one time ticket?
Speaker 2
One time. I was just there visititng family. What is your favorite zoo to visit?
Speaker 1
I think the Ashville Zoo is nice. What are your plans for the next weekend?
Speaker 2
I have a trip planned to visit friends in London. Do you know anything about the London zoo? I think I may try to visit it.
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