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The party was more interesting and uplifting than the funeral because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: party was flexible.

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Lawrence wanted a budgie but Kyle wanted a parrot. 
Here's how I want to continue it: Kyle always wanted a pet that could talk back.

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George wanted to use the fireplace to heat the house and not the heater because the 
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fireplace was cheaper.