Speaker 1
My favorite hobby is scuba diving. I've been to hawaii three times. I'm a us marine veteran. I have two pet snakes. My wife and I just got divorced.
Speaker 2
I just colored my hair blue. I bought a new dress for the easter weekend. I will be going out of town for spring break. I have a new car that my mom gave me. I turn 29 years next week.
Speaker 1
I am taking scuba diving lessons. I have pet snakes. I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times. I have been through a divorce. I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes.
Speaker 2
I dyed my hair blue. My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii. My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday. I am attending law school. I have one more year to go.
Speaker 1
Good day. How are you?
Speaker 2
I'm good, just finished dying my hair blue, what are you up to?
Speaker 1
Finishing up scuba diving lessons, feeding the snakes.
Speaker 2
Woah, you have snakes? That's crazy. Not scared of them?
Speaker 1
Nah, saw more scarier stuff in the marines. Snakes are easy.
Speaker 2
Is that where you became interested in scuba? Im going to spring break, might try it myself.
Speaker 1
I just needed a hobby to distract from the divorce. You ever been to hawaii?
Speaker 2
Ouch. Nope never been, is that where you live?
Speaker 1
I've been 3 times on tour. Where are you going for spring break?
Speaker 2
Driving down to florida, my mom just bought me a new car for my 29th!
Speaker 1
Happy birthday! Are you in grad school?
Speaker 2
Yup I am. Well law school actually, how about you?
Speaker 1
I've been thinking about taking herpetology classes. How much longer you got in law school?
Speaker 2
1 more year. What's herpetology? Sounds like a disease.
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Speaker 1
I am taking scuba diving lessons. I have pet snakes. I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times. I have been through a divorce. I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes.
Speaker 2
I dyed my hair blue. My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii. My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday. I am attending law school. I have one more year to go.
Speaker 1
I meant to tell you, herpetology is the study of snakes, by the way.
Speaker 2
What got you interest in that sort of thing?
Speaker 1
When I was a kid I saw a snake shed its skin. Just a little cornsnake type thing, but I thought it was so crazy!
Speaker 2
That would have scared me so much. I'm still very anxious around snakes.
Speaker 1
That's understandable. I was a little bit too, but it's like anything - the more you know, the less your fear. How was your birthday by the way?
Speaker 2
It was pretty nice. I had a party at a nice restaurant with a few friends. It was nice to take a break from my studies and hang out with them. I don't get to do that much these days.
Speaker 1
That's understandable. I'm definitely going to make the most of my spare time before I start classes if I end up enrolling!
Speaker 2
Do you already have a biology degree or something? Where would they allow you to specialize in herpetology?
Speaker 1
There are some very nuanced and specific colleges. Like agricultural and farming colleges, but with exotic animals. Sadly you pay alot for that type of specialist knowledge.
Speaker 2
Yeah, I wonder how expensive it would be compared to law school. That would definitely be a big commitment. 
Speaker 1
Probably about on par with law school, but with way less practical applications and earning potential after graduation? Lol. Unless I was an exotic vet, maybe?
Speaker 2
Well it would definitely be an interesting life experience. I'm sure they need herpetologists somewhere!
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Speaker 1
I am taking scuba diving lessons. I have pet snakes. I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes. I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times. I have been through a divorce. I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes.
Speaker 2
I dyed my hair blue. My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii. My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday and a party with friends. I am attending law school. I have one more year to go. I usually am studying and dont have a lot of free time. I am scared of snakes.
Speaker 1
I almost didn't tell you, but one of my snakes escaped the other day! luckily I found him, so you don't have to worry haha
Speaker 2
Omg I'm so scared of snakes! Can't you get a cute pet like a rabbit?!
Speaker 1
Haha. I don't like rabbits, because for some reason, they end up messing the hood. Besides, the snakes I keep are always, say, sedated, so they never cause any harm. It's interesting having them
Speaker 2
How about another reptile like a gecko? They'd be interesting to learn about if you decided to do your herpetology course.
Speaker 1
I actually study reptiles in general, but I prefer keeping snakes for pets. I mean, you can't hang a gecko around your neck while basking at the balcony and sipping some espresso.
Speaker 2
Haha too true! I'd love to get a pet but it would be tricky while I'm at law school. Do you think I'd be able to sneak one into the dorms?
Speaker 1
I'm afraid the authorities at school won't allow that. Besides, it may cause unwanted commotion at school as it will be frightening to your colleagues. However, you can keep one once you're done. How is law school taking you? I'm told you guys study the whole constitution in fine detail.
Speaker 2
What about a goldfish, could I get away with that?! It's soooo stressful, I know it will be worth it. How's work going for you?
Speaker 1
That could be easy to keep at school, because it's widely regarded as innocuous. Work is doing me fine. I'm getting back at my feet after my divorce which milked a lot of my resources. Be careful when selecting a partner, else you'll get screwed up.
Speaker 2
I appreciate that advice! You need to get yourself back on the dating scene.
Speaker 1
I have to admit that I was young and impulsive when making my former choice, but then now I'm wise enough. I'll be cautious and all rational when I next meet someone. Consider reading the book, "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi. That book with model you really well, for this life. 
Speaker 2
I'll look into ordering that for my spring break trip to Florida. Do you have any holiday plans?
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Speaker 1
I am taking scuba diving lessons.  I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes. I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times. I have been through a divorce. I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes. I have pet snakes. one of them escaped couple days ago. I caught it. I don't like rabbits. My snakes are sedated, they never cause any harm. I study reptiles in general. I read "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi.
Speaker 2
I dyed my hair blue. My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida on spring. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii. My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday and a party with friends. I am attending law school. I have one more year to go. I usually am studying and dont have a lot of free time. I am scared of snakes. I'd love to get a pet. I have no extra time.
Speaker 1
So how is your new car? Do you satisfied with the present?
Speaker 2
Yes! Best present ever. But not sure how much driving I'll be doing once law school starts back up. How are the scuba diving lessons going?
Speaker 1
Great, I am glad you enjoyed it! The scuba lessons are going good! I am slowly learning the process. Have you given anymore thought into taking lessons yourself?
Speaker 2
Yeah, thinking I should seize the opportunity in Florida. Let me know if you have any pointers. The snakes still behaving themselves? No more escapes.
Speaker 1
Yes, I will let you know some pointers once I get further into the course. Maybe we can get together and scuba dive at some point. The snakes are behaving themselves, haha.
Speaker 2
Sounds awesome. So it sounds like you like your job. What do you do?
Speaker 1
I am currently in school learning about animals, I would like to be a veterinarian soon. Right now I am an assistant.  
Speaker 2
Oh, cool. How does your interest in other animals compare to your interest in snakes? Maybe you can be a snake specialist!
Speaker 1
Yes, I would love to be a snake specialist, but unfortunately it is a difficult job to get in my region. 
Speaker 2
I don't believe you've mentioned where that is. Ever think of moving?
Speaker 1
I was thinking of moving in the future, but I have to finish school first. 
Speaker 2
Oh, I thought you were still thinking of whether to start classes. Choosing a school is a huge decision. Once you finish, the world can be your oyster.
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Speaker 1
I am taking scuba diving lessons. The lessons are going well.  I have an interest in herpetology, the study of snakes. I was in the Marines. I went to Hawaii on tour three times. I have been through a divorce. I'm contemplating taking herpetology classes. I have pet snakes. one of them escaped couple days ago. I caught it. I don't like rabbits. My snakes are sedated, they never cause any harm. I study reptiles in general. I read "Rational Male" by Rollo Tomasi. I am a vet assistant.  I'm going to school to learn to be a veterinarian. I would like to be a vet who specializes in snakes.
Speaker 2
I dyed my hair blue. My Spring break is coming up. I'll be going to Florida on spring. I'm thinking of trying scuba diving. I've never traveled to Hawaii. My mother bought me a new car. I recently had my 29th birthday and a party with friends. I am attending law school. I have one more year to go. I usually am studying and dont have a lot of free time. I am scared of snakes. I'd love to get a pet. I have no extra time. I live in Florida.
Speaker 1
Are you flying to Florida or will you drive your new car?
Speaker 2
I'll probably take the new car. I enjoy taking a drive, hopefully no snakes in my travels!
Speaker 1
Haha yeah I think you should be good!  What kind of car did you end up getting from you mom?
Speaker 2
Just a little Honda Civic, she really wants to support my studies.
Speaker 1
That's really kind of her, I'm sure that will help out with getting around especially in law school.  How has your studies been?  Are you prepared for you next semester?
Speaker 2
I think I'm about as prepared as I can be. Really thinking of getting a pet to help relieve stress. Not sure what would be best, any suggestions?
Speaker 1
Awww that would be amazing!  Honestly, a puppy can be the best but they require a lot more work for the first 6 months but after that they are perfect animals (definitely go big dog like a Golden Retriever if you can). Cats are better with learning quickly since once they learn where their litter box is, they generally take care of themselves.  What are you leaning more towards?
Speaker 2
I love dogs, especially big ones that are super fluffy.  But I do like that cats are a little more self sufficient. Aren't they sort of bratty though? I want one that will be cuddly with me.
Speaker 1
Haha they can be cuddly too!  It all comes down to the owner in most cases.  But I personally think dogs are better in my opinion.  Definitely go big and fluffy, they are just so much smarter and less prone to accidents when younger and potty training.  They learn quickly.
Speaker 2
I think a dog sounds great.  DO you think you'll do well being a vet and seeing the sad side of pets too?
Speaker 1
Yeah that part I'm not looking forward to.  As a VA I've already been a part of some of those discussions which are tough, but being there to help people through those situations, while tough, also helps provide them comfort.  I feel for all animals that come through, and I know there will be tougher days.  Do you know what kind of law you'll want to practice?
Speaker 2
I want to do good in the world. I really think I'd like to be a public defender even though I know it really doesn't pay much.
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