mike:: let's go get a coke. i gotta have some caffeine.

susan: how many cokes have you had today?

mike: this is my third. i have 3 or 4 cokes everyday. i'm a coke addict..

susan: you should really try to cut down.

mike: why? i love it. okay. i admit it. i'm hooked on caffeine..

susan: it's not just the caffeine, but the amount of sugar that's in soft drinks. all that sugar and caffeine can't be good for you.

mike: oh, i know it. but i just can't stop. i've had this caffeine habit for years.

susan: have you ever tried to cut down?

mike: actually i have. if i go a day without a coke my body gets shaky and i feel tense.

susan: it sounds like you've got a real problem. but you're not alone. have you ever gone to a doctor or tried to get help?

mike: i never have. i've thought about it, but just haven't taken the time.

susan: what are you doing after work? i'll take you to a place that can help you.

mike: you sure seem to know a lot about addictive habits.

susan: i do. i used to drink 5 cokes a day myself!

mike: hey, i appreciate you helping me. i really do.

susan: no problem. that's what friends are for.