听力原文：W: Hello, Stall. Come in. I'll put the kettle on. M: Hello, Joan. How are you? You didn't sound too cheerful on the phone. W: Oh, nothing's wrong. I just felt like some company. The days seem so long sometimes when you get to our age. I haven't many friends left near- by and I don't understand half of the things on television these days--it's all fancy, foreign cooking and silly game shows. M: I know what you mean. In fact I was glad you rang. Since Mary died, I have been with my grandchildren most of the time. W: You must enjoy yourself with the kids. M: Oh yes, and they're very good to me. Bill comes over to see me almost every weekend but, of course, he and Susan are both busy working during the week. Well, I think you can come over to have fun with the kids if you like. They are always talking about you since your last visit, W: Thank you for your invitation, Shin. Also, I think I can help you a bit if you need any help. M: Oh, Joan, that would be very kind of you. W: No thanks at all. Besides, the kids can. help me to kill the time. M: Well, when we are getting on in years, having fun with kids makes us feel young again. W: That's right! i will certainly join you with the kids. M: Thank you, Joan. Now, what about that cup of tea? What do you know about the woman speaker?