“Hi, how are you doing?” “I’m doing great. How about you?” “Not too bad.” “Do you come to this restaurant often?” “I’ve been here a couple of times, but I don’t come on a regular basis. What have you been up to?” “I’m pretty busy at work these days, but otherwise, everything is great.” “Well, have a good night.” “You too.”

Were you born in the U.S., Melissa? No, I wasn’t. I came here in 1992. How old were you? I was seventeen. So, did you go to college right away? No, because my English wasn’t very good. I studied English for two years first. Wow, your English is really fluent now. Thanks. Your English is pretty good, too. Yeah, but I was born here!!

Can you help me, please? Is there a public restroom near here?  I’m sorry, but I don’t think so. Oh, no!! My son needs a bathroom. Well, there’s a department store on Grant Street. There are restrooms in the basement. Where on Grant Street? Between Second and Third Streets. The store is across from the hotel. Thank you very much. You’re welcome.