Life's Milestones: Celebrations, Choices, and Language Skills

A Memorable 40th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Last Saturday night, my grandparents celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. They had a big party for everyone in the ballroom of a local hotel. It was absolutely fantastic!

To begin with, the atmosphere was great. There was a band playing music from the 1970s, and when I walked in, almost everyone was dancing. The room was beautifully decorated with colorful flowers, enormous gold-colored balloons, and old photos of my grandparents. The crowd of over 200 guests was an interesting mix of young and old. Some people were wearing 1970s-style clothing and looked really cool.

While the dessert was being served, the band began to play my grandmother's favorite song, "Moon River". Suddenly, my grandparents got up and started to dance, all alone on the dance floor. Watching them, I felt very emotional. When the song ended, everyone stood up and clapped. After that, the music and dancing carried on. I went home exhausted!

All in all, it was a great party! I'm so glad I was there. I hope that I'll be as happy as my grandparents when I'm their age.

Considering a Gap Year: Pros and Cons

If you are considering taking a "gap year" between secondary school and university in order to work, travel, or volunteer in another country, consider the pros and cons before you decide.

Disadvantages of a Gap Year:

• You will start university a year later than other students your age.
• You may forget much of the material that you learned at school.
• Many students who have taken a gap year admit that it can be difficult to get used to sitting in lectures and studying at night after a year of freedom.
• A gap year can be a waste of time if it's not carefully planned.

Advantages of a Gap Year:

• A gap year provides valuable experience in the real world and can be a welcome break from academic work.
• Many programs have been developed especially for gap-year students, giving them the chance to meet other people, travel, and take on responsibilities in a safe and properly organized framework.
• Taking time off may give you a better idea of what you want to study.

In conclusion, although it may slow down your career, I believe that a well-planned gap year can be a great opportunity.

Language Practice Examples

Everyday Conversations:

• I've just met an old friend today. We are going to see a film together tomorrow.
• Ask Peter to come to the mall with us. We will choose a present for Belén.
• My brother and I have to help my aunt clean her car. Will you come with us?
• Good luck for the driving test in A Coruña. I'm sure you are going to do well!
• Her secret about losing her dog is safe with us. We won't tell anyone.

Future Tenses Focus:

• Will people be living on Venus?
• At this time on Sunday, they will be flying to Mozambique.
• Will Antonio have repaired our car by the weekend?