Robert: You look Exhausted. You Must have been out late last night having fun.
Muriel: I wish. I’ve actually started Moonlighting. I’ve decided to go back to school and need the extra money To make ends meet.
Robert: Good for you. That’s great. Where are you moonlighting?
Muriel: I’m working at the university library. At that time of night, it’s pretty Dead. When there are no students Around, I can use the time to study. It Works out pretty well, Except for the hours.
Robert: Oh, yeah? What are they?
Muriel: My work schedule is pretty good, actually. I work three days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. But My hours are 7 to midnight. By the time I get home, I’m Dead tired.
Robert: No wonder you look Beat. Here, have some more coffee.
Muriel: Thanks. I just hope I don’t fall asleep in the morning meeting.
Robert: It’s okay. No one will notice.
Muriel: Thanks a lot!
Robert: Don’t mention it.
Биография эйнштейна на английском языке.
Education in the united states of america.
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