情景英语:实用美语会话(三十二)
Virginia: I remember yuor parents' first house very well. It was on Spring Avenue, near the park. Richard: I grew up in that house. Virginia: Yes, and you were such a cute baby. Marilyn : I've seen pictures of him. He had blond hair. Virginia: I've been friendly with the Stewart family for a long time, so It's my pleasure to help you find a house now. Richard: Well, we're not sure we can afford one. Marilyn: But we'd like to find ut about the possibilities. Virginia: That's a good idea. I love your house on Linden Street. I sold your father that house seventeen years ago. Marilyn: Really? Richard: Yes, Mom was pregnant with Robbie then, and they needed the extra room. Virginia: I hear you're expecting a baby, Mrs.Stewart. Marilyn: Mmm-hmm. So we will be needing more room. Virginia: Oh, so you don't need something immediately? Richard: No. But in five or six months…… Marilyn: And time passes so quickly. Virginia: Yes, it does. Well, when you called, you gave me enough information about your salaries and your savings. So I have a good idea about your financial situation. Let me show your some pictures of houses. Marilyn: With two bedrooms? Virginia: Yes, I think I can show you some. Of course, they won't be in Riverdale. The cost of housing's too high for you here. Richard: I haven't thought about living anywhere else. We've always lived in this area. Marilyn: Where should we look for a house, Mrs.Martinelli? Virginia: Well, we have an office in Mount Kisco. It's a lovely area, and it's only about an hour's rive from here. Here. I have a book with photos of some homes in that area. Now, let's see. Here. This is a lovely two-bedroom house in your price range. Marilyn: It's pretty, but I prefer a two-story home. Richard: I do, too. I don't care for a ranch type. Virginia: OK. Oh, this is a wonderful house. I know it well. I sold it to the present owners. Richard: It looks wonderful. Virginia: This is a two-bedroom, two-bath house. It has a full basement, and it is on a half- acre lot. You can probably afford this one. Marilyn: I like this house. Richard: So do I. Virginia: And the price is right. Would you like to go see it? Richard: Yes. We're planning to talk to someone at the bank next week. Perhaps we could see the house this weekend. Virginia: If some one doesn't buy it before then. But let's keep looking. Just to get an idea of some other possibilities. Richard: This is very helpful, Mrs. Martinelli. Virginia: Here. This is a wonderful example of Spanish-style architecture. Richard: Oh, I love the roof tiles on a Spanish-style house. Marilyn: It looks like the houses in Hollywood. Virginia: It's interesting. A house like this in Riverdale costs double the price. Oh my! Here's a real buy. It's a bargain. This house just came on the market. Marilyn: It's quite lovely. Is it a two-bedroom house? Virginia: No. It has three bedrooms and three baths. I know the house. It has a brand new kitchen. And a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling. And there's a two-car garage. Richard: Then why don't we go look at this house, too? Virginia: It's a good investment. Richard: Thank you, Mrs. Martinelli. Marilyn: Thanks so much. Virginia: My pleasure. Give my best to your parents. Virginia: Your father's a wonderful doctor, Richard. He took care of my daughter when she was a child. He's the best pediatrician in Westchester. Richard: Thanks, Mrs. Martinelli, I'll give them your regards. Marilyn: We really appreciate your advice. Virginia: I do think you should go see the houses and talk to the bank. Here. Let me give you some information sheets abo the houses. They're both very good buys. Richard: Well, thanks so much for your help and your time, Mrs. Martinelli. We've got a lot to talk about. Marilyn: Mmm-hmm. Thanks. |