Christmas related conversations


source: Twominute English
# Christmas is coming.
--Christmas is just a few days away. I really like this time of the year!
--Yes, I like it too. You know, my parents are coming for Christmas.
--Wow, that's great news. I wish my parents were here too.
--Well, if they're not coming, why don't you guys go and visit them?
--Can't do it this year. Claire hasn't been feeling very well lately. I think she needs to rest.
--Well, there's always next year.
--Yep! Enjoy your Christmas reunion.
# buying gifts together
--Hey Angela, are you done shopping for gifts?
--No, Teresa. I was so busy last week. I had tons of work to do. I haven't done any shopping yet and Christmas is just around the corner.
--Why don't you join me? I need to go shopping too. I used to go to Hamleys for toys, but the kids are all grown up now so I need to find another shop.
--Yeah, your kids and mine are about the same age. We can find the gifts together.
--Oh yeah, that would be great. We can also shop for our husbands.
--Yes, sure. I'll pick you up around 4 tomorrow, okay?
--Sure. See you.
# at church
--Hi Tracy. Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year to you and your family.
--Merry Christmas to you and all your family too.
--Thank you so much. What are you guys doing for lunch today?
--Nothing special. Our relatives are coming over for dinner though.
--Why don't you join us for lunch then? After church?
--That'd be nice. We'll see you at your place then. I'll bring some pie.
--Sure, thanks. See you soon.
# wishing someone over the phone
--Maddy? Hi! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you and your family.
--Hey, Lucy! Thanks! I wish you the same!
--So, what are you doing?
--I was just opening the presents that my parents gave me.
--I've just opened mine as well. I got a new iPad. So happy! What did you get?
--Oh, wow! I got new headphones and some clothes and accessories.
--That's really cool! See you later, Maddy!
# buying gifts together
--Can I help you?
--Yes. I'd like a nice Christmas tree, please.
--You came to the right place. How big of a tree do you want?
--Well, not too big. I want to keep it in my hall. A small one will do.
--Okay. I have just the one for you. It's the last small tree so you're in the nick of time.
--I'll take it then.