We just started a new series that is aimed directly at navigating the early stages of a conversation. Please come over and check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X34eqNwWGUg
Oh, that's pretty good! From your description I was expecting something that started at はじめました and then headed off down the old familiar route. In fact they're just the kind of things a beginner like myself might want to say but can't because they're a bit above my level. How many are you planning to do?
Wes1378-san,
Wow, that's brilliant!! I like especially the fact you show the sentences with pronunciation repeatedly. Also, perfect explanation with perfect polite Japanese!!
Loved it!