Is there a small everyday ritual you share with a family member or friend?

B Natural answer

I do. My brother and I walk the dog together, and that little routine gives us time to talk. We also use the walk to catch up on our week, which is easier than sitting down for a serious chat. Usually, we do it before bed, so it feels like a calm end to the day.

Key phrases in this answer

• walk the dog — take a dog outside for exercise and a toilet break“I walk the dog with my neighbor every morning.”
• catch up — talk about news or things you missed“We caught up over lunch last week.”
• before bed — in the time just before going to sleep“I read for ten minutes before bed.”
• check in — talk briefly to see how someone is doing“I like to check in with my mom after work.”
• a cup of tea — one mug of tea, often for relaxing or chatting“We shared a cup of tea and talked for an hour.”
• goodnight text — a text message sent at night before sleeping“She sends me a goodnight text every night.”