Problem: Continue the following story.

Dennis wanted to plant Azaleas but Samuel did not. 
Here's how I want to continue it: Samuel laughed when the Azaleas died.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Steven went on a cruise last week unlike Brian because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Brian has a no money to his name.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Kayla bought a tablet for Rachel for their birthday last Sunday, and 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Rachel thanked them for the thoughtful gift.