longtime

"John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college.   Trust is important between friends.   I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy."

"The birth of her first child was a joyful event for the whole family. "

"The small plant endured the harsh winter and bloomed again in the spring. "

"The "o" in "boat" is a long vowel sound. "

"I have a house and a car."

"My married cousin is a teacher at the local school. "

"There was a period of confusion following the announcement."

"The mother spoke to her child gently, trying to calm him down. "

"Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."

"If the vase falls to the floor, it might break."

"The teacher called out my name during attendance. "

"A short/long time since"