Problem: Continue the following story.

Natalie was 3 months farther along in her pregnancy than Amy, therefore 
Here's how I want to continue it: Amy 's belly was flatter.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Sally wanted to get a new job and she needed a reference. The 
Here's how I want to continue it: reference was going to be important and influencing.

Problem: Continue the following story.

I kept the starfish but threw away the seashell because the 
Here's how I want to continue it:
starfish was more beautiful.