(two neighbors talking)

Martha: What horrible weather today. Id love to go out, but I think it will just continue raining.

James: Oh, I dont know. Perhaps the sun will come out later this afternoon.

Martha: I hope youre right. Listen, Im going to have a party this Saturday. Would you like to come?

James: Oh, Id love to come. Thank you for inviting me. Who else is coming?

Martha: Well, a number of people havent replied to me yet. But, Peter and Mark are going to help out with the cooking!

James: Hey, Ill help, too!

Martha: Would you? That would be great!

James: Ill make lasagna[（意大利）烤宽面条]!

Martha: That sounds delicious! I know my Italian cousins are going to be there. Im sure theyll love it.

James: Italians? Maybe Ill just bake a cake...

Martha: No, no. Theyre not like that. Theyll love it.

James: Well, if you say so... Is there going to be a theme for the party?

Martha: No, I dont think so. Just a chance to get together and have fun.

James: Im sure itll be lots of fun.

Martha: But Im going to hire a clown[小丑]!

James: A clown! Youre kidding me.

Martha: No, no. As a child, I always wanted a clown. Now, Im going to have my clown at my own party.

James: Im sure everyone will have a good laugh.

Martha: Thats the plan!