Problem: Continue the following story.

Joseph had a very weak grip but Ryan's was quite strong because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Joseph never touched a set of weights.

Problem: Continue the following story.

John slept in the smaller bed but Joan slept in the larger because Joan found the 
Here's how I want to continue it: larger more comfortable.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Rachel had a lot more in common with John than Samantha did because 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Rachel went to school with him.