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[Music] weather it's really cold outside I can't stand this weather what I love the cold weather it's so refreshing and the snow makes everything look magical and it's fun to play [Music] in how can you like this I'd rather be at the beach enjoying the sun I hate hot weather it makes me feel sluggish and unproductive but you can't even go outside in this weather it's too cold plus it's harder to get around in the snow that's why I love it I get to stay indoors and cozy up by the fire I don't see how

anyone can enjoy this it's just too cold and miserable each to their own I guess but the cold weather has its benefits too it can boost your [Applause] immunity and help you sleep better that's true but warm weather can improve your mood and increase your vitamin D levels I love the beach and the sun it's much more relaxing and enjoyable I can't stand the heat it's too humid and sticky but you can do so much more in the summer go on vacation swim in the ocean and enjoy the outdoors I prefer the winter sports skiing

snowboarding ice skating it's so much fun well I guess we'll just have to agree to disagree exactly it's all a matter of personal [Music] preference food and cooking what's your favorite dish to cook at home Laura I love making lime marinated chicken wings with avocado dip it's so easy and delicious that sounds amazing how do you make it you marinate the chicken wings in lime juice garlic and spices for about an hour then bake them until they're crispy for the dip you blend avocado sour cream and lime juice it only takes about 30 minutes to

make I have to try this that my favorite recipe is fucili with tomatoes black olives garlic and feta cheese that sounds delicious how do you make it you cook the pasta according to the package instructions then saute garlic cherry tomatoes and black olives in olive oil mix the pasta with the sauce and top it with crumbled feta cheese it's ready in less than in 20 minutes that's so easy and quick I have to try it definitely cooking is so relaxing it is so exciting to see the finished meal enjoy it and see others enjoying [Music]

it yes and it's also healthier and more cost effective than eating out all the time exactly [Music] work and [Music] jobs I used to have three jobs before my current one really I didn't know that what were they my first job was that of a maintenance man at a fast food restaurant I had to clean the kitchen and dining area and fix any broken equipment what was your second job I worked as a waiter at a restaurant I had to take orders serve food and drinks and handle payments what about your third job I worked

as a marketing consultant I had to research the market develop marketing strategies and Pitch ideas to clients and your current job is that of a manager what do you do as a manager as a manager I oversee the operations of the company manage employees and ensure that we meet our goals and targets why did you keep changing your jobs I changed my jobs because I wanted to gain new experiences learn new skills and earn more money what did you like and dislike about each job as a maintenance man I like that it was a simple

job but I dislike the long hours and low payment as a waiter I like the tips but dislike dealing with difficult customers almost ra they so hard it's like they haven't been cooked at all we can't eat this stuff I want my money back as a marketing consultant I like the creativity but justlike the pressure to meet deadlines and as a manager I like the challenge but dislike the responsibility [Music] holidays hey what do you usually do on Christmas Day we have a big family dinner and exchange gifts then my family and I all cuddle

up on the couch and eat chocolate chip cookies and listen to my Dad read the night before Christmas we also love to sing carols what about you we usually go to church in the morning and then have a big lunch with our family that sounds nice do you have any Christmas traditions in your family yes we always decorate the Christmas tree together we also play games and dress in matching family pajamas that's lovely we always watch a Christmas movie together on Christmas [Music] Eve do you also decorate the outside of your house yes we decorate

the outside of the house with colorful lights and Santa Claus related figures it makes everything feel really festive and joyful what gifts would you like to receive on Christmas I would like some books and some board games what about you I hope to get some clothes and gadgets what's your favorite part of Christmas I love spending time with my family and eating all the delicious food me too the food is always the best part especially the desserts I love that too what's your favorite meal during Christmas definitely the roast chicken and mashed potatoes what about

you I love the Christmas pudding and the mince pies my favorite treat are Rollo pretzels my mom and I always make these together those are delicious too I can't wait for Christmas to come around again me too it's the best time of the [Music] year [Music] Leisure what do you usually do in your leisure time I like to go hiking read books and watch movies how about you I like playing basketball with my friends I love trying out new hobbies and activities recently I started painting and playing guitar that's cool do you like going to

the gym not really I prefer outdoor activities do you like hiking too yeah I love hiking I usually go to the mountains on the weekends do you have a favorite hiking trail yes I like going to the national park nearby there's a beautiful trail that leads to a waterfall that sounds amazing I'll have to check it out sometime maybe we can also plan a hiking trip together sometime that sounds like a great idea I'm looking forward to it we can also check out some local art galleries to see if there are any new exhibitions I

didn't know you were into art too what what kind of art do you like I am really into street art I love the vibrant colors and the way it can transform a space that's really cool I've always been interested in learning more about street art maybe you can show me some of your favorite pieces definitely let's plan to meet up on Saturday and explore some new [Music] art [Music] family who do you look like in your family I look like my mom in appearance we both have the same nose hair and brown eyes but I'm

like my dad in character he's very funny and outgoing just like me we both love to make people laugh with funny jokes I also share his love for basketball and we're both smart and hardworking that's amazing I look like my grandmother and appearance she is short and has the same blonde curly hair and big blue eyes as me and we also have the same smile I'm like both my parents in character my mom is kind and caring just like me I also take after my mom in my love for reading and my eagerness to learn

and my dad is adventurous and outgoing just like me wow your parents sound cool yeah I'm grateful to have such awesome parents do they do adventure sports too yes they do they love skiing and hiking and they're very passionate about travel and exploring new places that's so cool [Music] lifestyle hey how's it going not great I'm feeling really tired and sluggish I also have back and neck pains all the time why is that I've worked very much lately and I've been pretty sedentary over the past two years I spend most of my day sitting down

I work at a desk job and when I get home I watch TV or play video games well I jog every day and it really helps me feel energized I love being active and doing outdoor activities I wish I had the energy to do it too but I don't once you begin working out you'll see that the extra activity boosts your energy levels a sedentary lifestyle can increase the risk of heart disease diabetes and other health problems that's really scary yeah it is but the good news is that you can change your lifestyle there are

many small changes you can make like taking breaks to walk around or doing some stretching during the day while you working ideally every 20 minutes to half an hour even small changes like these can make a big difference in your health exercise is crucial when you sit for 8 to 12 hours a day that's a good idea I'll try to do that and instead of spending all your time looking at screens you could try doing something more active like running dancing or going for a bike ride that sounds like fun I'll definitely try to do

that too that's great to hear your body will thank you for [Music] it clothes and Style hey Luke I can't decide what to wear to the party tonight I need something to make me feel confident will you help me find an outfit you have an eye for fashion sure I'll help you what do you think of this dress H it's not really your style and it's not on Trend anymore what about that blue midi dress you have the one with braces no way I wore that last time what about this black skirt with pum and

this white top it's cute but it's not really party material it's too formal how about that red dress you wore to your graduation party no it's too fancy for this party what else do you suggest well you could wear some leather pants with a crop top and heels that would look hot ew no way that's not my style at all okay how about that leas cocktail dress that you bought online it's beautiful and very flattering that would definitely turn heads yes that's perfect I forgot I had that thanks for your help Luke no problem sis

just doing my brotherly Duty now all I have to think about is what shoes to [Music] wear money hey do you ever think about how much money you spend each month def I have to keep track of my expenses to make sure I don't overspend what kind of expenses do you have each month I have to pay for my phone bill dorm laundry food bus pass school supplies and personal items wow that's a lot of expenses how much do you spend each month I spend around $500 each month that's a lot of money what's your

monthly phone bill normal normally my phone bill is about $45 how much do you usually spend on lunch I spend between $5 and $10 where do you usually eat for lunch I typically e in the College cafeteria once in a blue moon I will order food and I typically aim for $6 to12 how much do you usually spend on the weekends well on the weekends I usually spend Maybe $25 do you have a credit card yes I do do you ever gamble no I never gamble how much money do you have left over each month

after paying all your bills and what do you do with it after I pay my bills I have $10 to $25 left I usually buy some books with that money travel have you thought about traveling anywhere lately yes I have I'd love to travel to South Korea have you ever been there no I haven't why South Korea well South Korea has a fascinating culture delicious food and breathtaking nature it's also home to some of the most advanced technology in the world that sounds amazing South Korea is also known for its K-pop music and entertainment industry

which has a global following plus the country has a rich history and traditions that are worth exploring that's interesting I've always wanted to go to Australia have you been there yes I have Australia has some of the most beautiful beaches vibrant cities and unique wildlife in the world the people are also incredibly friendly that's right Australia is also famous for its surfing culture and outdoor activities like hiking and camping the country also has some of the best wine regions in the world they're both fascinating countries it's always great to learn about different cultures and experience

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