Problem: Continue the following story.

The German man got a bagel with his coffee and passed on the muffin. The 
Here's how I want to continue it: bagel looked mouthwatering to him.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Monica was always surprising Lindsey with gifts, so 
Here's how I want to continue it: Lindsey headed to the store to buy a return present.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Carrie asked to hold and pet the rabbit while Cynthia just watched because 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Carrie loved rabbits.