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Lawrence built a fence along the edge of their lawn to avoid seeing Justin, because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Justin was an annoying neighbor.

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Ian had a poor credit history but Benjamin did not, so 
Here's how I want to continue it: Benjamin had to buy the house alone.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Spanish is the native language of Lawrence but not Michael, because 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Lawrence grew up in a Hispanic community.