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Professor So, have you decided on a topic for your essay yet?
Mary I'm afraid not. I'm trying to narrow it down to a few options though.
Professor Good. Then pick the one that speaks to you the most.
Mary Yes. I don't want to choose something too broad.
Professor Right. I think you're on the right path. Good luck.
Mary Thank you, Professor Chung.
Mary I still don't know where to begin.
Professor Well, you could always start with a rough draft and see how it develops.
Mary Well, rough might be an understatement.
Professor I see what you mean.
Mary I just hope I'm going in the right direction.
Professor Don't worry, Mary. Soon, you'll be able to find a topic that's a perfect fit for you.
Tom You look exhausted. What's going on?
Anna Ugh, work has been a nightmare lately. I'm completely burnt out.
Tom I hear you.
Anna I feel like I'm between a rock and a hard place.
Tom I understand, but don't let work get the best of you. Take a bereather and recharge your batteries.
Tom Hi, Anna. What's up?
Anna Hi.
Tom Sounds like you're still stressed out. You need to find a way to blow off some steam.
Anna You're right. Maybe I need to do something to refresh myself.
Tom Exactly, And try not to bite off more than you can chew.
Anna Right. Thanks for the pep talk, Tom.
Tom Hey, how are you doing?
Anna I feel so much better! I took your advice and started doing some new things.
Tom Oh?! What kind of things have you been doing?
Anna Well, I started going to a new gym. Also, I joined a book club and started volunteering.
Tom Wow, you've been busy! As they say, variety is the spice of life.
Anna Definitely! And it's been amazing.
Anna Now I'm less stressed and more energized.
Tom I'm so glad to hear that.
Anna I've so glad to hear that.
Tom Good for you! I guess a change is as good as a rest.
Anna Yes! And I've been painting again, and it feels so good to express myself.
Tom That's amazing. I'm so happy for you.
Mina What's the best advice you've heard?
Sam Well, my mom always says, "if you want something done right, do it yourself."
Mina Great point! My father used to say, "fall down seven times, get up eight."
Sam I like that.
Mina He taught me that failure is just a stepping stone to success.
Sam Wise words. It sounds like they both value hard work.
Sam Have you made any progress with the bazaar planning?
Mina Yes, I've been in touch with a few vendors who are interested.
Sam That's great news.
Mina Also, l spoke to some caterers that receive good reviews.
Sam Perfect. You know what they say, food is the way to the heart.
Mina Right. But we still need to work on the decorations.
Sam Well, we could hang up some colorful streamers and balloons.
Mina Got it.
Sam That'll give the place a festive feel.
Mina Sure. And we can also post on social media to spread the word.
Sam Right. And what should we do to keep people engaged?
Mina Well, how about a live band or a magician?
Tony Wow, this bazaar is just amazing!
Mary There are so many great items to choose from.
Tony I'll say! But let's just be careful not to fall for any tricks.
Mary Absolutely. I heard some vendors can be quite demanding.
Tony Agreed. We don't want to pay an arm and a leg for something.
Mary Definitely. Let's shop till we drop.