She works two jobs to make ends meet; at least, that was her reason for not having

time to join us.

She wrote him a long letter, but he didn't read it.

Where do random thoughts come from?

I really want to go to work, but I am too sick to drive.

She always speaks to him in a loud voice.

I would have gotten the promotion, but my attendance wasn’t good enough.

I am never at home on Sundays.

Joe made the sugar cookies; Susan decorated them.

Let me help you with your baggage.

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.