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Conversation 1: Hey, Robert, what are you doing this weekend? - I didn't have any big plans. - We are putting together a birthday party for Mary.
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That sounds like fun. Where will it be? - We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house.
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Oh good! Can I bring anything? - We will be providing hot dogs, hamburgers, and cake, but people can bring side dishes.
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I am assuming that the dress is casual. - Dress casually and bring your bathing suit! - Wonderful. Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there.
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Conversation 2: Robert, do you have plans for the weekend? - I have nothing definite planned. - Saturday is Mary's birthday, and we are throwing her a party.
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Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it? - It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building.
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That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck⁽¹⁾? - We would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks.
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The dress will be casual then? - Make sure to bring your bathing suit, and dress casually. - Sounds great. Just drop me an e-mail with the time you've picked.
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Conversation 3: Robert, are you going to be in town this weekend? - I don't have anything scheduled yet.
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I would enjoy coming to Mary's party. Will it be at your house? - The party will be at Jay's house out by the pool.
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Will everyone be pitching in with some food? - It would be great if you could bring a side dish, but the rest of the food will be provided.
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Sounds like we'll have a great time. When you've figured out the details, drop me an e-mail.
