what are we trying to do here today? i'm not sure. are you, Ernie?
Hello? you there? hmmm... didn't think so...
if one hand claps in the forest and no one's around... hello?
um... he'... eh-hem... HELLO?!?!?

am i alone out here? where is everyone?
sheesh... sweet sassy mollassy... what are YOU doing here?
I'm glad you made it. Please, sit down. Would you like a cup of tea? I have Ginger Peach and I have Earl Grey... actually the Earl Gray is my roommate's, but I'm sure she doesn't mind sharing. Yes?
Why, of course. So nice of you to join me... what? oh, they're coming. They're on their way. Did the invitation say THIS time, THIS date, THIS year, THIS locale? well, then they'll be here. you're here... and i'm so glad.
I have some lovely refreshments, both herbal and culinary... anything you like - just let me know. Take a look around, I'll be right here if you have any questions. *ding*
*falls over... remains lying on floor with dazed glazed look on face*