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Today we're going to look at a story about shopping for a birthday present.
In this video, you will follow a simple and fun conversation between two friends, Sam and Ellie, as they try to find the perfect gift for their friend Mia.
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What color is the wallet that Sam and Ellie chose for Mia?
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Okay, let's begin.
Okay, we're here.
The shopping mall is so big.
I know.
There are so many stores.
I don't know where to start.
Well, we need to find a birthday present for Mia.
Her birthday is next Saturday.
I know, and we still haven't decided what to get her.
We didn't think about this early enough.
Yeah, you're right.
But it's okay.
We have all afternoon today.
That's true.
So, what does Mia like?
Let's think about it together.
Well, she likes simple things.
She doesn't like anything too big or too fancy.
Right.
And she also likes cute things.
Remember her phone case?
It has a little bear on it.
Oh, yeah, that was really cute.
So she likes cute designs.
And one more thing.
She likes things that are useful, things she can use every day.
So something simple, cute, and useful.
That's a good idea.
Yes, but the question is what?
I can't think of anything right now.
Me neither.
But I'm sure we'll find something if we look around.
I hope so.
Oh, look.
There is a gift shop right over there.
It looks nice.
Nice.
Let's start there.
Okay.
Maybe we can find something perfect for Mia.
Let's go.
Wow, this shop has a lot of stuff.
Look at all these things.
Yeah, it's really colorful in here.
Oh, look at these candles.
They smell really nice.
Let me smell one.
Oh, this one smells like flowers.
It's very relaxing.
It is nice.
Do you think Mia would like a candle?
Maybe, but I don't think she uses candles.
That's true.
It would be sad if she never lights it.
Right.
Oh, how about this mug?
It has a little cat on it.
It's pretty cute.
Oh, I like that.
Mia likes cats.
Let me check the price.
Hmm, it's $25.
$25?
That seems a little expensive for a mug, doesn't it?
Yeah, it is a little pricey.
I mean, it's cute, but $25 is a lot.
What about this notebook?
It has a nice cover.
Mia likes writing, right?
She does like writing, but a notebook might be too simple for a birthday present.
It's not special enough.
Yeah, you're right.
We want to give her something that is a little more special.
How about this photo frame?
It's made of wood and the design is very pretty.
It is nice, but does Mia put photos in her room?
I don't remember seeing any.
Hmm, I don't think she does, so maybe a photo frame isn't the best choice.
This is harder than I thought.
Nothing is good enough.
I know.
Hey, maybe we should ask someone who works here.
They might know what's popular for gifts.
That's a good idea.
I'll go ask that person over there.
Okay, I'll keep looking around here while you talk to them.
Excuse me, can you help me?
I'm looking for a birthday present for a friend.
Of course, I'd be happy to help.
Tell me a little about your friend.
She's in her 20s.
She likes simple and cute things and things she can use every day.
I see.
That's helpful.
How much do you want to spend?
Around $20 to $30, if possible.
Okay, great.
Well, our most popular items right now are these hand cream sets.
Many people buy them as gifts.
Oh, they look nice.
The box is very pretty, too.
How much is this set?
This one is $18.
It comes with three different scents, rose, lavender, and lemon.
They all smell nice and natural.
That's a nice price.
Hmm, but I think I want something a little more personal, something more special.
I understand.
Something more unique?
In that case, we also have these small pouches.
They are handmade and each one has a different pattern.
Oh, these are cute.
I like the design.
But, hmm, I'm not sure if it's quite right for my friend.
It's nice, but I don't think it's perfect for her.
No problem at all.
Sometimes it takes a while to find the right gift.
Take your time, and if you need any more help, just let me know.
Thank you so much.
You were very helpful.
I really appreciate it.
You're welcome.
I hope you find the perfect gift for your friend.
Good luck.
Thank you.
Have a nice day.
Hey, what about clothes?
We could get Mia a nice shirt or maybe a scarf?
That's a good idea.
I didn't think about clothes.
Let's go in and look around.
Oh, look at this sweater.
It's really soft.
Feel it, Sam.
Wow, it is very soft.
And the color is nice.
But wait, what size does Mia wear?
I am not sure.
Small, maybe?
Or could it be medium?
I really don't know.
I don't know either.
That's the problem with buying clothes for someone.
If we get the wrong size, she can't wear it.
That's so true.
Clothes are hard to buy as a gift.
What about this scarf?
Scarves don't need a specific size.
That's easier.
That's a good point.
But what color would she like?
This one is orange.
Does Mia wear orange?
I don't think so.
I think she usually wears blue and green.
Let me look.
They don't have blue or green scarves here.
Just orange, red, and yellow.
That's too bad.
I don't want to give her a color she doesn't really like.
And honestly, I'm not even sure if she wears scarves at all.
Yeah, we're just guessing now.
I think clothes are too risky for a present.
She might not like the style or the color, and then she can't return it easily.
You're right.
Let's try a different kind of store.
I saw an accessories and cosmetics shop on the second floor when we came in.
Let's check that out.
Sounds good.
Let's go up.
All right.
Let's see what they have in here.
Look at these earrings.
They're pretty.
They are pretty, but they're kind of ordinary, don't you think?
You can find earrings like these at any store.
Yeah, I know what you mean.
There's nothing that makes them special.
We want something that stands out a little.
Exactly.
What about this makeup set?
The packaging looks really nice, and it comes with a mirror.
I thought about makeup, but I really don't know what kind Mia uses.
Do you know?
Not really, and if we get the wrong shade or the wrong type, she probably won't use it exactly.
I want to give her something she will actually use and enjoy every day me too.
Oh, how about this hair clip?
It's cute and it has a little flower design on it.
That is cute, but it feels a little small for a birthday present, doesn't it like?
Is it really enough by itself?
Maybe you're right, a hair clip alone doesn't feel like a big enough birthday gift.
We are so bad at picking presents.
I know.
We've been walking around for over an hour and we still have nothing.
I'm getting a little tired, to be honest.
My feet are starting to hurt.
Me too.
I really want to sit down.
But we can't give up now.
Mia's birthday is coming up soon.
You're right.
We need to keep going.
Let's try just one more store.
If we don't find anything there, we can take a break and think.
Okay, just one more.
I think there's a small shop at the end of this hallway.
I've never been in there before, but it looks interesting.
Alright, let's check it out.
This is our last stop.
Let's hope we get lucky this time.
Oh, this store is nice.
It feels warm and cozy.
It's different from the other stores we visited today.
Yeah, everything looks handmade.
I really like this place.
It's very special.
Look at these small bags.
They are so well made.
They were made with a lot of care.
They are beautiful and the colors are really pretty too.
Wait sam, oh my gosh, look at this.
What?
What did you find?
This small leather wallet?
Look at it.
It's simple, it's cute and it looks really useful.
See, it can hold cards, coins and even a few bills.
Oh wow, that is really nice.
I love the design.
It's not too big and not too small.
And look at the color.
It's light blue.
Mia loves blue, remember?
Yes.
She always wears blue clothes.
Blue is definitely her favorite color.
This is perfect for her.
And it's handmade, so it's not something you can buy at every store.
It has that special feeling we were looking for.
You're right.
How much is it?
Let's check.
It says $22.
That's a really good price for a handmade leather wallet, right?
That's great.
It is in our budget, too.
Ellie, I think this is the one.
I think so, too.
I can already see Mia's face when she opens it.
She's going to love it.
She's going to have a big smile.
Definitely.
Okay, should we buy it?
Yes, let's do it.
I'll go to the counter and pay for it.
Can you look for a gift bag or some nice wrapping paper?
Sure.
I think I saw some near the front of the store.
I'll grab one.
Perfect.
We finally found it, Ellie.
The perfect gift.
Finally.
I'm so happy.
Let's wrap it up nicely.
I feel so relieved.
We finally bought a present for Mia.
Me too.
I was really starting to worry.
I thought we would never find anything good enough.
I know.
We went to so many stores today.
My feet are so tired.
Four stores.
But you know what?
The last one was definitely the best.
It really was.
That little wallet is so nice.
It's simple, cute, and useful.
It has everything Mia likes.
And the light blue color is just perfect for her.
She's going to love it so much.
Do you really think so?
I hope she likes it.
I'm sure she will.
Trust me, we put a lot of thought and a lot of time into finding this present.
A lot of walking, too.
I think I walked more today than I walked all week.
Same.
My feet will really hurt tomorrow.
But it was worth it.
We found a really great gift.
Definitely worth it.
So, when should we give it to her?
Her birthday is next Saturday, right?
Yeah, next Saturday.
How about we go to her house together and give it to her in person?
Oh, that would be nice.
We could surprise her.
Yes, let's not tell her we're coming.
We can just show up at her door with the present and say happy birthday.
She's going to be so surprised.
Oh, I can't wait.
This is going to be so much fun.
Me neither.
It's going to be great.
Okay, so let's meet on Saturday morning.
Sounds good.
I'll meet you at the station.
What time?
How about 10 o'clock?
Is that too early?
No, 10 o'clock is perfect.
That way we can get there before lunch.
Great.
10 o'clock at the station on Saturday.
Don't forget the present.
Don't worry.
I'll bring it for sure.
I'm going to wrap it tonight with that pretty paper we bought.
Perfect.
Today was a really good day, Ellie.
Thank you for coming with me.
Of course.
It was fun, even though it was tiring.
See you on Saturday, Sam.
See you Saturday.
Bye, Ellie.
Bye Sam!
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