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Have you ever tried cross-country skiing? I compete in the sport, there are actually quite a few formats for it.
I have actually never been skiing before but it sounds fun! What types of formats are there? | [
"Well, for one thing there are races that happen on groomed tracks, and then there are freestyle events."
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Marathons are long-distance running races of over 26 miles and are great exercise!
Wow! thats cool! Ive been actually training for a marathon recently, DO you know if a marathon is on a flat road or are there any hills?
I think they are generally flat, but the event was made to commemorate the run of Pheidippides, a Greek soldier who relayed the victory of the Battle of Marathon to Athens.
Oh ok, I just hope it wont be too hard, I can only run so much up a hill lol. What kinda age limit is there for a marathon i any? | [
"There aren't any age limits. In fact of the more than 800 marathons held in the world each year, the majority of competitors are recreational athletes."
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My family loves pizza. We made 2 homemade stuffed crust pizzas last nigh and they were amazing! You like pizza?
I love that sweet traditional Italian dish. It makes my world worth living.
Haha do you know much about it, other than it tastes amazing?
I know the term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century and I prefer mine with goat cheese and onion. What toppings do you like?
I've never tried it but it sounds awesome! I like veggie pizza hold the peppers and olives. oh and bbq chicken pizza! | [
"If you ever get the chance try one with goat cheese and goose liver. OMG wonderful. It's a Modern pizza like you would get in Naples Italy now days."
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i once had a miniature poodle, they are so cute!
They're great dogs, and they're also really smart. They're ranked the second smartest after the Border Collie.
Poodle
People still debate over whether they descend from French Barbet or other German dogs.
wow really? that is impressive! what else can you tell me about poodles
Besides the Miniature Poodle, which you had, there are also Standard and Toy varieties. Beautiful dogs.
oh wow. that is rather interesting. is there a time frame for when we started seeing poodles? | [
"Well it is disputed but the Standard Poodle seems to have originated around 400 years ago."
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The internet is kinda cool, don't you think?
It can be cool, because it is the global system of interconnected networks throughout the world!
Was Al Gore really the inventor?
I don't think so. The origins of the internet actually date back to research commissioned in the 1960's.
That was a long time ago. Is any person credited with inventing it? | [
"I think so, but I'm not sure of the names. The early 1990s marked the beginning of transitioning into the modern Internet."
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Hello there. I'm April and I'm an Interior Designer
I love interior design, is your favourite part planning, researching, coordinating, or managing such projects?
Mostly planning and researching. I love to meet up with clients, learn about their lifestyles and dreams and try to figure out how I can incorporate all of that into their whereabouts | [
"I'm sure your clients communicate a lot of personal information for you to make decisions, it sounds rewarding."
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I really love to go hiking, I plan on going on my biggest trip yet next summer, Are there any things I should know before I go?
Hiking is the preferred term, in Canada and the United State although it depends how long is your hike
Yea thats true. I want to hike a pretty long distance, But I am not sure on what type of stuff to bring except the essentials like water and snacks. | [
"i always make sure to have a solar battery with me at all times when hiking. The term bushwalking is endemic to Australia"
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Lizards have got to be the dopest reptiles out there.
def i love lizards.
There's over 6,000 species of lizards too!
wow thats a lot of lizards. | [
"I know, I can't even imagine enough differences to make up 6,000 different species of lizards."
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hi friend, have you know about alcoholism
Yes, I do. It's a very broad term that applies to the affects of drinking alcohol. Its terrible
Yes one of my friend affected in that .It is also commonly referred to as alcohol use disorder
Alcohol use disorder was divided into two types, alcohol abuse and alcohol dependance. What type was your friend?
And also have three types mild , moderate and severe. My friend is a mild person.
That's confusing. Is he a binge drinker, where he drinks a lot of alcohol in a short amount of time?
Yes he have more stress so he drink daily bases. Now he is mild stage
How long do his binge's usually last? Some binge drinkers can go for days, or even weeks.
Yes will drink more than 2 days continously | [
"he should really be careful. Long term affects of alcohol consumption can effect the nervous system. That's no good."
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I've been practicing swimming more often now because I'm trying to get healthier. I've utilized the butterfly stroke a lot, and it's been one of my favorites. Just a simple stroke where you swim on the chest, using both of your arms moving symmetrically, and then pairing it with what's called a dolphin kick.. It makes me feel so athletic.
That looks like a hard swimming stroke to master. You must have been working really hard. How many laps do you swim at a time? | [
"It varies, since I do other exercises on different days, and can only do so much on some days. I usually aim for 30 laps overall, which actually isn't that many. But you're right, the butterfly is one of the more difficult strokes because of the necessary detail concerning good technique, and you also need to have built up stronger muscles. It did take me a while to get good at it. I had to start with the breaststroke and the front crawl, and sometimes the backstroke, since they're more geared for beginners."
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Hi, I am from Austin, Texas.
I'm from Dallas, but Austin is a pretty cool city. and it's considered our capital.
Are you familiar with the universities here? | [
"I am not sure of them. Do you know any? Austin is the 11th most crowded city in the US though."
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I love the beach! When I search for vacation, I try to find places with the beach or hiking areas! What do you think of beaches?
I'm a surfer so the beach is my second home. Do you prefer a rock, sand or gravel beach.
Definitely prefer sand! It needs to be easy on my feet and easy to fall asleep after sipping on a fruity drink. How'd you get into surfing?
I grew up on Lake Michigan not a lot to do but surf. Got older and moved to Florida where the beach is all sand and tiny pebbles.
Would you move back to Lake Michigan or stay in Florida? Also are the alligators and anaconda folk tales true?
I'm staying in the south east. Michigan is cold 6 months a year. I do miss lake Michigan, it's the only great lake that's full located in the USA.
I always wonder if being in the cold for 6 months a year versus in the heat for 9 months a year is better. What do you think?
Mixed feelins. If I get cold I can put on more layers. But I love the sandy beach so cold weather is not my friend.
I feel ya! I think for my survival, I'd probably take the cold. But vacations, I'd say gimme the heat and the beach! | [
"I agree. Plus less deadly snakes in cold places. Do you ever go to river beaches? Here in Florida I don't have that option to many things that will eat you."
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Great white sharks are such cool animals. | [
"great white sharks are super cool sea animals"
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Summer can be boring when you have nothing to do.
bordeom is understood by modern scholars
Fully understood? That's pretty impressive, it seems complicated. | [
"In conventional usage, boredom is jsut an emotional state"
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I had to go to Walmart the other day. How depressing - everyone looked so sad! Do you go to Walmart?
I like Walmart, they also own Sam's club, which I like as well
Didn't know they owned Sam's Club - that's the discount place like Costco, right? | [
"Yes, they actually are the 8th largest US retailer too, believe it or not"
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I love my new electric guitar, I rock out every day since getting it.
That is cool how do you feel about Jimi Hendrix an American rock guitarist.
I love him, he's one of the all time greats; its too bad he was here for such a short time.
Yes you are absolutely right about that so young, the tender age of 27 years old when he died in London.
Yeah, he could have written so many more great songs, its a real shame.
It is really a shame. So how did you find out about guitars?
From my father, he taught me at a young age how to play and have love it ever since. | [
"How cool is that! I was not aware its three types of acoustic guitars, the classical, steel-string, and archtop guitar."
] |
I want to be an engineer, I would love to work at NASA, such a prestigious organization.
Yes, Nasa is ndependent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program.
Do you when it was created ? It must have an interesting history.
President Dwight D. Eisenhower created NASA in 1958, with an orientation of encouraging peaceful applications in space science
Oh, interesting. Do you know what was their first objective ?
It was including the Apollo Moon landing missions, the Skylab space station, and later the Space Shuttle.
I have never heard of Skylab, what kind of space station it was ? | [
"Skylab was the United States' first and only space station, orbiting Earth from 1973 to 1979.Unfortunately,it fell back to earth."
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Hi | [
"Hello, have you ever had to take your pets to an animal shelter?"
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Blue is my favorite color! What about you?
Mine too, it is between violet and green on the visible light spectrum.
Oh i didn't know that! Baby Blue is my absolute favorite
Rayleigh scattering is a optical effect that makes the deep sea appear to be blue.
How interesting!
i think blue is one of the most important colors in art.
Might be! I love the paintings of the sea | [
"Your eyes see blue between 450 and 495 nanometres."
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The dog was actually the first species that was domesticated. That's a good thing because they are such great companions!
They are great companions I have 2 myself I love them. | [
"Yes, me too. Since they have been domesticated for so long, they have adapted many human behaviors, such as a diet with much starch, which other canid species couldn't eat."
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Do you drink Budweiser. They are an American style pale lager produced by Anheuser-Busch
Not too much, I prefer craft beer. However, I am drinking Miller High Life right now because I'm on a budget this month.
I actually don't drink at all. I read that Budweiser was first introduced in 1876 by Carl Conrad and Co of St. Louis, MO
Lot's of these beer companies have been around for a while. Miller EST 1903 according to my beer can. | [
"yes that is a long time! Apparently Budweiser has grown to become one of the largest selling beers in the United States and is available in over 80 markets worldwide"
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Hello, do you like country music? | [
"I do, it's my favorite. I especially like the older stuff like Buddy Williams. Unfortunately he passed away in 1986, but his music will live forever."
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I wish i lived on a farm! I always wanted to be a farmer and grow my own food
What kind of vegetables are typically found on a farm?
all kinds! cucumbers, tomatoes, etc Also farmers grow crops, poultry and other lifestock and vineyards
Wow, I never knew farmers grew all of those things. What kind of vegetables are grown in a vineyard?
usually grapes. A farmer sometimes owns the land and sometimes just work as a laborer
I see. Does the farmer make wine out of the grapes?
some do, some don't! It depends on a farmer
What kind of farmers makes wine out of the grapes? Are there certain grapes that make certain wines? | [
"well i know white wine is mainly from white grapes which are green or yellow color"
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I'm attending law school to become a lawyer in my jurisdiction.
Oh thats so neat I myself have been interested in this field, Is becoming a lawyer hard?
Yes, it requires a 5-year-long course.
Thats not too bad I suppose, What exactly does a lawyer do?
They practice law, and help others fight their cases in a particular state or jurisdiction.
Oh ok thats what I thought it was, Do you happen to know a lawyers salary? I bet its a lot. | [
"I'm pretty sure it's a lot because you have to go through a lot to become one. In countries like Australia you also need to complete a 12 month internship."
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rugby football is a very violent game!
Rugby is a very old game that can be traced all the way the Greek and Romans.
Wow! What was the ball made from back then?
My guess out of the some kind of animal hide. Rugby is still favorite game in English public school.
What are some of the positions called? | [
"You got the kickers and the defenders. There are different variations of football know as football codes."
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when i was in elementary school i was always getting A's on all of my homework
That's great. Good scores on homework early on can really set someone up for success.
yeah but it was weird beacuse after elementary i was not doing that good in schooll | [
"Homework can improve academic success among older students. However, its effectiveness is also often debated."
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Hello, have you ever been to a seance to contact anyone who is dead.
No I have not but I have heard that they are indeed real. Have you ever contacted the dead?
No I have not but I am quite facinated with ghosts. I know that some people would worship their ancestors too.
Wow that is fascinating. I am a big fan of the paranormal and The X-Files is my favorite television show. | [
"Mine too! So creepy but so good! I have seen couple episodes where they did the exorcism to rest the spirits of the dead."
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How do you feel about tattoos?
I think the decorative and symbolic tattoos are interesting
I agree. There is such a wide variety of tattoos one can get.
Tattooing has been around since Neolithic times
Wow, that's fascinating. Some tattoos are very colorful and complex, others are monotone and simple. | [
"Some tattoos involve tattooing the cornea of the eye?"
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I live in a big city called New York City. It is the most populous city in the USA.
Really? How many people live in New York City?
In 2016, 8.5 million people lived there.
Wow my goodness.. when was new york city founded?
New York City was consolidated in 1898 into a single city.
Ohhh okay. Who is a famous person born in NYC? | [
"I'm sure lots have been born here since it often considered as the entertainment capital of the world."
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Yellow is the color that is between orange and green on the color spectrum
That's interesting! I love yellow flowers, especially roses - they are so pretty!
Yellow is a primary color
I didn't know that! What else can you tell me about the color yellow?
Sunlight has a yellow color due to the temperatures on the surface of the sun
Cool! Strange, though, that the sun looks red on a hot day!
Yellow was one of the first colors to be used in art
Wow, you learn something new every day! There's lots of yellow things in the world, including bananas and the yolk of an egg! | [
"In early christian history yellow was the color associated with the pope"
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I was always curious what radiology is about, are you familiar with it?
A little my wife is in Medical school so I get a lot of second hand info. I know Radiology is the science that uses medical imaging to diagnose disease.
So it includes using x-ray machines and MRI as well?
Yes among others. It includes X-ray radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine including positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetic resonance imaging.
Wow, that's a lot of different techniques and treatments involved with radiology.
It is a medical procedures with the guidance of imaging technologies. A lot more goes into it then what most think.
It sounds like an important step for doctors to use in diagnosing what could be ailing a patient.
The Radiologist is actually a doctor him or her self. They have to go to school for 10 years beyond high school.
Then radiologists should know the proper level of exposure to radiation because high doses sound potentially dangerous. | [
"Yes they can cause cancer, Up to 10% of invasive cancers are related to radiation exposure"
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I want to be a roadie for Justin Beiber, the Canadian singer.
Haha, is that so? Do you just need somebody to love? I'm guessing you're a big fan?
He is my favorite singer and songwriter.
What's your favorite song?
Every song on My World.
Cool, do you know how long Justin Beiber has been performing?
His first album came out in 2010.
Cool, he was so young back then! Just a baby. He's gotten into a lot of trouble since! | [
"My World debuted at number one, who cares about his troubles."
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I live in New York city ! | [
"New York City is great! And you certainly aren't alone, it's the most populous city in the US!"
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I love being out in nature. Have you ever been to Yellowstone National Park? It's location spans 3 states, Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.
I haven't been to Yellowstone since I was a kid. Have you been on that glass ledge they have there? | [
"I don't remember. I went when I was very young. But, I do remember Old Faithful, which is probably one of the most known attractions."
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I love heavy metal music. My favorite bands are Guns N Roses and Metallica.
That's cool! I like heavy metal too, especially since it is a genre of rock music that developed in the late 1960s and early 1970s, largely in the United Kingdom.
Awesome, it helps me relax and relieve my stress. I like to go to metal concerts as well. I usually end up in the mosh pit.
Ah yes, moshing is a staple at punk and heavy metal shows.
It's a great form of exercise as well. I usually am pretty sore the next day though.
Sounds fun! I kinda wish I was around in the late 60s when three of the genre's most famous acts, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple were founded.
Yeah, that would be awesome. At least Ozzy Osbourne is still doing his thing. | [
"Lol oh yes. In fact, his longevity and success have earned him the informal title of \"Godfather of Heavy Metal\"."
] |
Do you own an Amazon echo?
Yes, I do. I checked out a few like Google Home but found I prefered all that the smart speak, Amazon Echo, would let me do. How about you?
I do have one, it is weird though, it turns on when I do not even say Alexa, which is weird | [
"I have found that too. She'll just start spouting off a recipe or the weather without being asked. I love that it can control several smart devices turning into my own home automation hub. She'll turn on lights which is my favorite."
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Sleeve tattoos are becomming more popular, but it really isn't my style.
Really?why not? there is actually a difference between an arm covered in tattoes and a sleeve tattoo
Perhaps I don't know the distinction. What's the difference? | [
"A sleeve tattoo is a large tatto that has a unified theme, that covers most or all of a person's arm, usually from shoulder to wrist."
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Have you ever purchased bitcoin?
I have not, but I know it's a cryptocurrency and a worldwide payment system.
Do you know how many people use it? | [
"There are estimates that 2.9-5.8 million users with a cryptocurrency wallent - most of them using bitcoin."
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I am so interested in cooking and I've always wanted to cook with Kobe beef and have heard its delicious. | [
"Those cattle go back a long ways. They were brought to Japan from China around the 2nd century AD, around the same time as the cultivation of rice."
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I'm a big fan of Marathons. I love to run them! They are just over 26 miles and are exhilarating.
I commend you for your dedication. How long do you have to train for a marathon?
It usually takes me some time to train, but on top of it being an aerobic activity it's also something that requires a lot of mental strength and stamina.
I can imagine. When did people start running marathons?
Well, it was one of the original Olympic events in 1896, so they have been around for quite a long time. The distance didn't become standardized until 1921.
I wonder why they settled on 26 miles? Is there any significance to that number? | [
"I'm not really sure, but maybe it has something to do with the distance it commemorates. It is said to commemorate the run of a Greek soldier named Pheidippides who was a messenger from the Battle of Marathon to Athens. He reported the victory."
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Call me a nerd, make fun of me, whatever.. but I love stamp collecting. But you know what? It's one of the world's most popular hobbies, and has been since the late 19th century since the postal service started growing. So I ain't the only nerd out there.
Not at all, in fact I collect coins like many others do. So what does stamp collecting involve?
Haha, there's nothing to it. Just collecting postage stamps and related objects, trying to keep them in good condition, etc. I think what I and others like so much about it is that there's a never ending stream of new stamps coming out because all the countries out there like to kind of show off their distinctiveness through their stamps.
I bet you show off your awesome stamp collection to visitors! It must take a lot hardwork to keep the stamps from wearing down.
Oh yeah, I show it off all the time to the hot girls, they love it.. just kidding. No, really, I'm not that embarrassed about it. It's just a casual thing for me. I'm not full on into it as in the area of philately, which is where you actually study the stamps.
Do you know anything about when stamp collecting became popular? | [
"For sure! Like I mentioned earlier, it increased in popularity when the postal service grew in size, so around the late 19th century. Like I said, I'm more just casual; I like to accumulate stamps for the enjoyment and relaxation, and I don't worry about all the tiny little details. The bigger collections kinda take a lot more philatelic knowledge."
] |
OMG, do I love chocolate! Especially when it's typically sweet! In fact, I'm eating some right now!
Lucky you! But my doctor tells me to keep off chocolate. I always wondered where chocolate comes from. | [
"It comes from Theobroma cacao seeds - the best thing sinced sliced bread! A day without chocolate is like a day without sunshine!"
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Did you see that new Avengers movie? It was so good!
I did! I loved how the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy finally teamed up! How did you feel about Thanos?
I have been a fan of Thanos for a long time! I loved him in the comics.
Yeah! He first appeared in an Iron Man comic right? I liked how they translated his character to screen. Are you ready for the sequel?
I have been ready for a sequel since it came out! | [
"I did not even know it was a two part movie when I went. Apparently Marvel shortened the title from Infinity War Part 1 to just \"Infinity War\"."
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I really feel for people who have never learned to read and write. Over the year's I've derived enormous pleasure from books!
I agree! I love reading and couldn't imagine not being able to. Most people can read though, right? | [
"It's surprising how many adults are barely literate. Mind you, the modern meaning of being literate now includes such things as the ability to use numbers, computers and other basic skills to communicate."
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Yellow is my favorite color.
Yellow is between green and orange on the spectrum.
Green is an interesting color. It is the color of nature.
Yellow is used in painting or color printing.
There are so many shades of yellow that you can mix and create when painting
The sun has a yellowish hue, due to the surface temperature.
What temperature is the surface of the sun? | [
"The sun is a sphere of hot plasma and a source of energy for Earth."
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I work as a barista, is a person, usually a coffeehouse employee
Nice, do you work at a Starbucks or a similar coffee shop?
At Starbucks@ The word "barista" is an Italian word, and in Italy, a barista is a male or female "bartender"
It must mean you have a lot of duties at work. What do you do as a barista?
I have heard that The native plural in English is "baristas", while in Italian the plural is "baristi" for masculine
Ok, and what does a barista do? Just serve coffee? | [
"Well Baristas generally operate a commercial espresso machine, and their role is preparing and pulling the shot; the degree to which this is automated or done manually varies significantly."
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Growing up, I went to a church with a large choir.
What type of music did the choir sing? Was it Medieval worship or spirituals?
I went to church in a southern town so it was basically hymns.
Hymn is derived from Greek meaning a song of praise
That's very interesting. I enjoy praise and worship music.
Do you belong to a charismatic movement?
No. I went to a protestant church which is a little more conservative in worship style. | [
"Were you a Presbyterian at your church?"
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My mom is a janitor. | [
"That's cool. Where does she work? Janitors work in hospitals, schools and residential accomidations."
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I think makeup is the best idea ever. Cosmetics are great products to enhance ones appearance
Do you have a favorite brand of cosmetics?
I love them all especially the cosmetics designed to be used on the eyes and face.
Did you know lipstick was first created in 1915 by Maurice Levy? | [
"Yes I did and it contains pigments, oils, waxes, and emollients"
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It would be amazing to graduate as Valedictorian of your class. I however, slacked off in high school and skated by! How did you do?
I was pretty high up. I never knew that Valedictorian is Latin in base.
What exactly does the word "base" represent in Latin? | [
"I meant that Valedictorian is based on a latin phrase meaning \"to say farewell.\""
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I have been told I am a genius which means exceptional intellectual ability
Oh cool! Is there a certain IQ required to be a genius? | [
"well there is not a scientific exact definition and the whole term is highly debated, I bet you are a genius too!"
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It's been a very long time since I had an EX. I've been married 22 years now. Do you know much about those relationships.
I know the term can sometimes have a derogatroy meaning, bringing up unrequited feelings
Yes, I can see how that would happen. I think many people may have issues due to past relationships.
Ex can mean a few different things besides an former romantic partner. Such as ex friend or ex co-worker
Ah, I never thought about it that way. I do have some ex-coworkers. You really lose touch when you don't work together anymore.
It still is probably most commonly used in reference to an old girlfriend or boyfriend. Otherwise known as partner or significant other
That's what I first thought of when I heard 'ex'. I bet there are some interesting revenge issues if the ex is upset about the break up | [
"It probably isn't as bad as some of the stuff that happens on As the World Turns, which aired from 1956 to 2010"
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I love music - mostly rock music! Do you? | [
"I love rock music. I like the early 1950s when it originated in the United States. It took to the UK around the 1960s Good stuff then too."
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I am allergic to dust.
Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, are a number of conditions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to something in the environment
I get very sick when there is a lot of dust.
fine particles of matter is what we refer as dust
Yes and it is such a nuisance. | [
"It generally consists of particles in the atmosphere that come from various sources such as soil, dust lifted by weather"
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I love to sing! Specifically I like singing jazz styles as a soloist! How about you?
I do love to sing but usually by myself. Not that I can't sing just shy. I've never tried singing jazz though
Oh i see! Yeah it can be nerve wracking performing music alone! I'd suggest start by singing in groups!
I get how that could help with less focus on just me. What other tips do you have? | [
"Well I'd suggest singing in your favorite style of music! Whether it be jazz, blues, rock, etc. For me my favorites are Sinatra and Tony Bennett."
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I have a brother in law in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan
Wow that's good to know! We have only been once.
Cool, on the Grand River about east of Lake Michigan.
We drove by Lake Michigan on our way there from Chicago.
2010 census says the city population was 188,040
That is a lot of people! | [
"the Grand Rapids metropolitan area had a population of 1,005,648"
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I love rain and the smell of water vapor.
The smell of water vapor? Does that have a scent?
Yeah, even though water vapor is invisible doesn't mean you can't smell it.
I guess I can smell certain residual waters like tap waters with heavy minerals. What's something interesting about water that most people don't know?
When moisture moves along the three dimensional zones this causes rain to fall.
What or where is this three dimensional zone? Does that have something to do with the triple point of pressure, temperature, and something else? My memory of physics class is fuzzy. | [
"It's just upwards towards the clouds. If enough of it moves upwards the rain will fall from the clouds."
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I love dogs and cats so much, they provide emotional benefits
Yeah, dogs and cats are great. What kind of benefits do they provide to their owners?
Well the most important ones to me are the fact that they provide companionship, protection, and entertainment.
Those are pretty nice benefits to having a pet. What do you think is the best breed of dog for a person to get?
not much information on that but a fun fact is there is a medically approved class of therapy animals, which consists of mostly dogs.
Oh yeah, I've heard of that. Are there other animals used for therapy besides dogs? | [
"yes cats are used to as therapy animals, they can help children or elders in nursing homes."
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Hey, I'm just about to go fishing! It's my means of obtaining food for my family!
Oh, good luck then! Most people I know who fish do it just for fun. What kind of fish are you going for?
I like to catch pickerel and perch! I'm quite the fisherman, or so everyone says! I like to capture fish from a body of water!
Do you generally do your fishing in rivers, lakes, or the ocean?
I usually fish in lakes - right now I'm at Lake Nipissing and it's beautiful! At one time fishing was a major means of survival!
It definitely was! Do you like to go out on boats or fish from the shore?
I have a boat - a pontoon, actually. Interestingly, fishing influenced Ancient Egyptian religion. Hard to believe!
I can believe it, I'm sure the river was extremely important to the Egyptians being that they were in such a rough environment. | [
"Oh, I caught a big one! It's putting up a fight! Oh shoot, it's only a Bastet in the form of a catfish!"
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Do you wish you could live forever?
Well,I'm mortal, being exempt from death, unending existence.
That is true. Being immortal is a scary prospect.
Certain scientists, futurists, and philosophers have theorized about the immortality of the human body, with some suggesting that human immortality may be achievable
Interesting. In what way is it achievable. Tell me more. | [
"Other advocates believe believe that life extension is a more achievable goal in the short term, with immortality"
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How do you feel about singer, songwriter, dancer and actress Britney Spears? She is my favorite singer!
Britney Spears is one of my favorites! Growing up Oops I Did It Again was my jam!
She was so popular back then. That album became the best selling album by a teenage artist! Did you like Toxic?
I loved Toxic! Britney is one of the top pop artists of our generation! | [
"It was sad when she was hospitalized back in 2007, but I hear that she is doing much better now. Who else did you listen to back in the 1990s?"
] |
Have you heard of Radiohead before?. Well, they are an English rock band from Abingdon,
Oh radiohead are a classic band.
Thom Yorke , Ed O'Brien ,Phil Selway, brothers Jonny and olin Greenwood make up the band
oh really i actually didnt even know they were english
Their producer Nigel Godrich have been with them for long, since 1994
dang that really is a long time, they havent been very relevant recently. | [
"Do you know that their first single is called \"Creep\" in 1992?."
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I just started using DevaCurl products, and they've made such a difference in my hair. It's really curly and gets frizzy when the air is humid
My hair gets frizzy, too - usually because of humidity.
What kind of products do you use? | [
"I don't use any pomades or gels. I usually just keep my hair conditioned as well as possible."
] |
I love to dance, how about you?
I do too! I used to have a dance school. I actually miss dancing with my dance crew
Thats really neat. What kind of dancing did your crew perform?
We were a Hip Hop crew, you know, street dance :)
very nice, I used to dance with a partner when I was younger to more classical music.
Did you do Theatrical dance with your partner?
Yes thats correct. I did this in college just as a fun alternative to everything going. It was really freeing. | [
"That's awesome! I love how dance iften tells a story"
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not sure what entomology is.
Entomology is basically the study of insects.
oh ok thats cool/
Yeah, it is also a branch of zoology, believe it or not.
oh wow that makes sense.
Indeed. The word insect used to be really vague historically.
oh thats strange. | [
"Yeah, also entomology used to include the study of terrestrial animals."
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I'm a plus size,its giving me serious concern. overweight or fat is having more body fat than is optimally healthy.
So you struggle with weight? It is for sure a tough struggle, if yes. One you can fight and win the battle of though, so don't lose hope
Food supplies are plentiful and lifestyles are sedentary. That's one of the reason for my present state
American I assume? Where salads are 7 dollars and burgers are 1. The struggle is real | [
"Usually, healthy body requires a minimum amount of fat for proper functioning of the hormonal, reproductive, and immune systems, as thermal insulation, as shock absorption for sensitive areas,"
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HI, I am a journalist. I collect, write, and distribute news
Oh really, is that an exciting profession to be in? | [
"Yes it is, I specialize in certain issues such as criminal reporting and sports news."
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Do you like McDonalds? It is a fast food chain that started in 1940 in San Bernardino, California.
Not my favorite place, but it is great for children. I have fond memories of the playplace.
It's not my favorite either! lol The first time McDonald's used the golden arches logo was in 1953 in Phoenix Arizona. Now, they are EVERYWHERE! lol
That is true. I wonder how many there are in the world. I do like their filet-o-fish! | [
"LOL, I love their french fries. They are the world's largest chain by revenue and they serve over 69 million customers daily in 100 countries!"
] |
Go-karts are a lot of fun to race, and some are even faster than motorcycles.
Faster than motorcycles? That is crazy. Where would you race them?
Well the fast ones known as Superkarts would be raced on long circuits.
Are those go carts expensive? How do you get one? | [
"Well they have two stroke 250 cc engines and are sometimes specially designed with six-speed sequential gearboxes, so probably pretty expensive."
] |
i like guitar
Are you referring to the fretted musical instrument?
yes
Well, the sound is projected acoustically so it requires a lot practice to become proficient!
Really?
Yes, it is typically played by strumming or plucking the various strings so you have to be precise
I like the sound of guitar | [
"Thats because the guitar is a type of chordophone which makes sounds pleasant to the human ear."
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i love to travel, but my dream place to visit is amsterdam. what about you?
I've been to Amsterdam. It's beautiful. You can travel by foot, bicycle, airplane or several other means of transportation.
thats awesome. ive always heard holland is so peaceful. what was you favorite thing about amsterdam?
Probably the scenic views and historical buildings. It's the capital and the most populous city in the Netherlands.
awesome. i cant wait to visit there. any specific thing you would recomend me doing when i visit?
Definitely the Red Light District. lol Just kidding but there are a lot of historical sites. My next travel will be to Budapest. It's the capital of Hungary.
lol, me and my wife were just joking about that the othere day. i dont know much about hungary. | [
"It is both a city and a county and has a population of more than 3 million people."
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Have you ever seen the movie Good Burger?
Yeah American Comedy that came out in 1997
Yep, Keenan and Kel are hilarious!
Yes indeed and I think it was directed by Brian Robbins
I did not know that! What was it about again? It's been years since I saw it last.
Based off the Nickolodion series
Oh okay, Didn't that start on the show All That? | [
"Yes and anything produced by Nickolodeon Movies is always good"
] |
Do you enjoy tennis? It is a racket sport than can be played as singles or doubles.
Yeah I do, I like Federer the most.
He is great to watch. I love the fact that tennis can be played by all ages, abilities and all levels of society. Would you watch tennis in the olympics? or wimbledon?
To be honest I don't watch it much only when a championshp match is on. Do you?
Same here but I do like watching the big four - Federer, Nadal, Djokovic and Murray, when they are playing you are always guaranteed a good match.
Yeah they're great. I like to play some with my friends too. Do you? | [
"I prefer squash but tennis is good too. It actually originated back in 19th Century in Birmingham England. It was known as lawn tennis then but the rules have changed very little."
] |
I love big SUV they can get anywhere and you can tow big toys also.
I wish I had a SUV, it sound fun being able to drive off-road too. | [
"The only problem with SUVs are safety issues, like high roll over rates..."
] |
i love the city of new york aka the most populous city in the US
is it really the most populous? thats crazy! ive never been, anything special you can tell me about it?
in 2016 there was an estimated 8.5 million people distributed over a land area of about new york city, it is the most densely populated major city
wow. alaska doesnt even have 1 million in its entire state! dang. when was new york city established? | [
"well its also one of the most populous urban agglomerations in the world with an estimated 23.7 million residence as of 2016"
] |
I'm studying to be a dental hygienist, it's a good profession. But, seeing patients saliva makes me very uncomfortable.
Then i think it is a wrong profession for you. Which other things do you know about the career.
Well, dental hygienists are the primary source for discovering oral cancer and helping people avoid it. So I'd be able to help a lot of people if I finish my studies.
That is what i think you should focus on rather than what the saliva of those people might do for you. I am sure there are way to prevent coming in contact with body fluids | [
"Yes, there's also a lot of opportunity to educate people in the field, and I like helping people learn how to keep themselves healthy."
] |
I really like dogs and have two myself. I know they come in many shape, sizes and colors and are great companions. Do you like dogs?
I love dogs! I have a Lab myself, what kind of dog do you have?
I have a Chihuahua and a Shi-tzu. After getting mine, I can see why they are termed, "man's best friend", but woman's best friend applies too!
I had a Shi-tzu as a kid, he was naughy but fun. Do tou know how long have dogs been living around humans? | [
"I don't know that, but I do know they were the first species to be bred domestically. Of course, they have been continued to be bred throughout the years for various reasons, including behavior, physical attributes and sensory capabilities."
] |
I'd love to visit Tokyo someday, as the capital of Japan I'm sure it has a lot of cool stuff to see.
Oh yes. I went to tokyo once! It was a lot of fun! It even had a miniature statue of liberty | [
"Wow no way you're so lucky, which places did you see? I'm sure it was so crowded considering it's the most populous metropolitan area in the world."
] |
Ive been a pizza fanatic for years, I know everything there is to know about it, Do you like pizza?
I love pizza especially Chicago style deep dish. | [
"Me too!! Id say deep dish pizzas from Chicago are the most famous known deep-dish pizza.s out there. Dont you agree?"
] |
I love riding horses, horses are one of my favorite animals | [
"Horses have evolved over the past 45-55 million years"
] |
I am very involved in activism about social causes and helping society
How interesting. What is your most important cause? | [
"I fight for people's rights. LBGT people should have full acceptance in society. Women should have equal rights as well"
] |
I like the color blue, I even named my dog Blue! | [
"That's pretty cool. I like Blue from Blue's Clues, haha. Blue is one of the three primary colors of pigments in painting."
] |
I love pie. My favorite type is pecan.
a pie is always baked
Really, I never knew that. Does it have to have a crust and top too? | [
"some pie have crust on top"
] |
I am thinking about getting a lizard, but I don't know if they make good pets.
Lizards are a widespread group of squamate reptiles, with over 6,000 species,
What species of lizards are good as pets? | [
"A pet or companion animal is an animal kept primarily for a person's company, protection, or entertainment rather than as a working animal,"
] |
I LOVE that it's strawberry season right now! One of my very favorite berries, along with the blackberry. Do you have a favorite?
I really like strawberries too. They are cultivated worldwide, so you can get them in a lot of areas. Do you pick your own?
No! Though I love the idea. And I remember my mom trying to grow them in those strawberry pots! How about you?
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!
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 ;-)
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!
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? | [
"There are so many types to choose from like raspberries, red currant, blackberries. But I think my favorite is the blueberry! What about you?"
] |
Do you enjoy hummus? You can find it in most grocery stores in the United States.
Yes it tastes very good you know what it is made of? | [
"I make it myself it's easy. You make a mash of chickpeas, some tahini, lemon juice, salt, garlic and olive oil!"
] |
I love to go fishing! | [
"me too, fishing is a fun activity, i cannot catch many fish though"
] |
I feel like I get a lot of back pain but I don't know why. | [
"I know how you feel I usually get my back pain in the lower region of by back right above my tail bone."
] |
Parenting is such a demanding task ,are you a parent?
I am. My husband and I have two biological children. Are you?
Yes I have just one,Do you agree to adoption of children? | [
"I think adoption is great! It's a great thing that someone can do to help a child"
] |
I used to have a Ford Mustang and loved it. I wish I still had it.
Mustang is such a beautiful car manufactured by Ford! I love American cars
I have many family members who work in the Ford industry. My favorite has always been the mustang though.
mustang has undergone several transofmations to its current sixth generation.
That makes sense...I guess they came out in 1960's? I'm not sure.
i believe original mustang came out in 1962 and it was a two seater car
wow. 2 seats is not enough for me anymore! | [
"i don't think a lot of people liked it lol so in 1963 they released a four seater mustang"
] |
Heavy metal music or hard rock is my absolute favorite , right now i am listening to AC/DC . Do you have a favorite type of music?
yeah I like to listen to relaxing music, but during a workout I prefer metal music
During your workouts do you have a favorite? For me its all heavy metal but if i want a relaxing song, there are some awesome love ballads.
During workout i prefer iron maiden, Metallica. It gives me an adrenaline urge to push harder.
Ooooh yes, i love Metallica. They are the best! When i work out i listen to Billy Idol however he isnt real metal | [
"Sometimes i love listening to Eminem and Kanye west too"
] |
I have always been interested in the Appalacian Trail. It is located in the Eastern US and goes from Georgia to Maine
That would be really interesting to see. I have never seen that part of the United States.
Well Maine is a beautiful place. It has the rocky coastline, low mountains, forests, and waterways
I would love to travel to Maine. I would also like to see parts of Canada.
Well Maine is not too far from Canada. It is the northernmost state in the New England area.
It is crazy how close Maine is to New York, but I would love to visit Maine because I have heard it is beautiful, but I don't want to go to New York. | [
"Well Maine is a lot more spread out than New York. It is the 9th least populated state in the US"
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The United States Navy has one of the largest Carriers in the world
None of the other countries in the world can match the number of full-length flight deck aircraft carriers that US has
Yes, and the US Navy have 325,143 active duty members.
That is a feasible number. Federal Air Reserve Component of U.S. Air Force has also significant portion of enlisted man and woman
Yes they do. they have 107,355 Reserve members. | [
"I guess how many members does Selected Reserve have that are enrolled."
] |
hello, i really enjoy playing piano. do you like piano?
I do love piano! I can't play it but I really want to learn how to play that acoustic stringed instrument,
which one?
The piano, since it's an acoustic, stringed musical instrument.
are you planing to take some lessons?
Maybe, since pianos are really interesting instruments and I'd love to learn how to play it.
you need to learn the major keys first. | [
"That's a fair point. The piano was invented in Italy."
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I'm thinking of getting a Dobermann, but I don't know much about them - are you familiar with this breed of dog? | [
"I only know that they are a medium to large breed."
] |
Candle light dinner party my favorite
Do you use devices that hold candles or have a chandelier?
Nope! How about you?
I use tabletop candles, but mainly as a source of heat and to keep track of time for fun.
Nice ,I you attended a dinner candle party?
Sometimes, but I often partake in ceremonies that use candles as a source of light.
What's the history of candle light?
Candle light is used in many religious ceremonies like in Church because light is a symbol of joy and the life-giving power.
What church uses candle light? | [
"Christian Church often uses lights in ceremonies."
] |
My wife and I like to go scuba diving underwater. We each use separate breathing devices.
Oh that sounds so exciting, I have never been scuba diving before? What kind of breathing devices do you use?
We use tanks that contain compressed air. This allows us to move freely underwater for long periods.
That is nice, so you can explore a bit easier, how long can you stay underwater with the tanks? | [
"For a long time depending on how much gas you have. It really depends on your scuba system because there are different ones."
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Are you good at repairing cars? I had to take mine to the shop last week because I'm useless when it comes to fixing them.
Completely useless. But we have an amazing auto mechanic that takes care of any issues.
That's good to know, what kind of car do you have? Does it need repair often?
I have an Infiniti G37. Thankfully he takes great care and diagnoses the problem accurately.
Hm I'm not too familiar with that car, I have a Civic myself. Does it have any good features you enjoy? | [
"It's a sports model so the pickup is amazing! Got my first speeding ticket in that car. My mechanic said he's quote me a price so I can't speed by doing some disassembly."
] |
I want to buy a moped. Can you tell me more about them?
Yeah they're cool theyre like motorized bicycles.
Awesome, are they easy to ride?
The two wheeled low powered vehicle is yes.
OK I would like to try it out before I buy. I think it would be fun to ride.
Yeah the origin was derived from motorvelocipede. They can be dangerous though.
Interesting, I better be careful and wear a helmet. I don't want to get injured. | [
"It was coined by journless Herald Nielsen. That's true."
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Microsoft is a great technology company, and it's headquartered in Redmond, WA
What do they do? | [
"The create and sell computers, software and other services"
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