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Uraguay South Africa Winter Olympics

I think the Vancouver Winter Olympics will be really special. Its such a great place to have the event. Im not sure if

Uruguay won the first World Cup in 1930 and were going to win the next one too. There are only three million people

FIFA deciding to give the 2010 World Cup to South Africa was a proud moment for us. We South Africans have been p

Organ transplants Ozone Layer Super Bowl XLIV Overpopulation Opinions One
The number one is a good number. Maybe its the best number. Why? Because everyone wants to be number one. Its actually a very useful word

The question of organ transplants is a difficult one. Not for me though. Im quite happy to donate all of my organs for

I first heard about the ozone layer about twenty years ago. I was still in school. I thought it was interesting, but I didnt take it seriously. It was a bit

I so cant wait for the Super Bowl. Its gonna be the best ever. Every year I always look forward to it. Its quite simply the greatest show on Earth. Y

Overpopulation is a real problem. It could kill the Earth. Very soon, there will be too many people and not enough lan

We all have opinions on everything. Some of us have very strong opinions. Others have not-so-strong opinions. And t

Operations
Operations are amazing things unless, that is, youre having one. I always think it is incredible how doctors can cut

Oil OK Olympics Old age Obesity Oceans Nuclear weapons Nursing Nuclear energy Numbers Noses Noise Night

Oil is good and bad. Its good because it helps our energy needs. Its bad because it causes pollution. Oil is a fossil fu

I like the expression OK. I dont know why. Its so useful. Everyone in the world understands what it means. It must

I love the Olympics. It really is a unique and special world occasion. Theres only one event in the world better than the Olympics, and thats the Fo

Im a bit worried about my old age. I dont really want to get old. I like being young. On the other hand, if I do get ol

Obesity is a problem that is getting bigger and bigger around the world. It really hits rich countries. When people have money, they buy a lot of the

I really worry about our oceans. Not many people understand how important the oceans are. Every day we hear stori

Nuclear weapons are the worst thing invented by man. The day we invented them was a black day in our history. For

Nursing is one of the greatest professions in the world. Its so much more important than most jobs. The sad thing is that nurses get paid so little. T

Many scientists say nuclear energy is our future. Many normal people arent so sure. I think most of us worry about n

A Just stop and think how important numbers are to our lives. Numbers control us. In fact, we are numbers. We have

Our nose is the strangest of all body parts. Its such a funny thing. And where is it? Right on the front of our face. Rig

Noise is everywhere. I bet there isnt a place on Earth where you cant hear anything. I live in the city, so noise is everywhere. Sometimes it gets to

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I like the night. Its an interesting time of the day. The city changes at night. I like all the bright lights. People seem t

Nobel Prize No Neighbours Natural disasters

I dont know about you, but I think there are more natural disasters now than before. Every time I turn on the news theres some kind of disaster.

I wonder why the Nobel Prize is so famous. Sure, the people who win it are very clever, but theyre not really superstars. Ive usually heard of the w

Sometimes I like the word no, and sometimes I hate it. It is a very powerful word, even though it has just two letter

Neighbours are very hit and miss. Sometimes you hit the jackpot and get neighbours who become great friends. Othe

Names Nationality
Nationality is a strange thing. I dont think it used to be. Nowadays, with globalization, people want to change their nationality. Many people from

I like my names. I have four names my family name, my given name and two middle names. Im not sure why I ha

Nails National anthems Mysteries Mysteries Musical instruments Music Museums Murder Multiculturalism Mp3s Mother
Mothers are the people dearest to us. We all have a special relationship with our mother. We are naturally bonded to

Nails are funny things. Why do we have them? I actually find them quite annoying. We have to keep cutting them, th

Some national anthems are really good and some arent. I like my countrys anthem. It makes me feel proud of my c

Life is full of mysteries. The world is full of mystery. In fact, both life and the world are mysteries. How exactly did we

Life is full of mysteries. The world is full of mystery. In fact, both life and the world are mysteries. How exactly did we

I really wish I could play a musical instrument. I cant. I had a few music lessons when I was a kid, but I didnt keep them up. I really regret that now

What would life be like without music? I wonder how music started. It is an important part of every culture on Earth. I wonder when we first becam

I totally love museums. They really are one of the most important parts of our culture. Museums are important for so

Murder is the most evil thing in the world. I dont know how it is possible for one person to murder another. Why do t

Multiculturalism is everywhere today. As the world gets smaller, multiculturalism becomes bigger. Few of us today liv

Arent mp3s amazing? Maybe young people today dont think so. They are part of the digital generation and think mp3s are normal. But I was bo

Movies Mountains Moon Money Monarchy

I love watching movies. At the cinema, on TV or on my computer. I'm a big movie fan and love all the news of my favourite movie stars. I like all kin

I love mountains. I much prefer them to every other kind of natural feature. They are much better than the sea, beac

The Moon is a very mysterious thing. It has fascinated us for thousands of years. It is mentioned everywhere in scien

Money makes the world go round. I wonder if this famous English expression is very true. If you have money, the w

Do we really need a monarchy in the 21st Century? Its such a strange idea. It certainly is not a democratic idea. No one votes for someone to be ki

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Mobill phones Modern living Models Milk Microsoft Mental health Meditation Literature Love Men Memories Media Libraries Knowledge
I really want to have more knowledge. My general knowledge is pretty good but I want it to be better. When I was a

How important to you is your mobile phone? Do you really need it? In the 1980s there were no mobile phones. People

Are you happy with your lifestyle? What kind of lifestyle do you lead? It seems that we think about our lifestyle more and more these days. Every t

Models are strange people. Its almost as though they live in a totally different world to the rest of us. Every day they

Milk is one of the best things we can eat or drink for our body. Its so full of goodness and it tastes pretty good too. M

What would life be like without Microsoft? Impossible? Perhaps not impossible, but definitely difficult. Microsoft seems

I sometimes worry about my mental health. There are times when I think Im going crazy. I think its because of this world we live in. Everything is s

Meditation is one thing Id really like to be able to do. I cant do it. I have tried many times but nothing seems to hap

Literature is one thing that makes me very happy. I have loved books of all kinds since I was very small. I dont know

Love is the most important thing in the world. We all need to love and be loved. Love is the glue that makes us one b

Are men really from another planet? A lot of women think so. There are a lot of books about how strange men are. This is rubbish. Men are men, t

If youre lucky, you have more good memories than bad ones. Im very lucky. I have lots of good memories. I dont h

Where would we be without the media? How would we get information about the world? All of us are interested in the

Libraries are wonderful places. Every library Ive been to in the world is the same. They all have a special atmosphere

Medicine Learning Kissing Job interviews

Job interviews are always hit and miss for me. Sometimes I have a great interview and get the job. Other times, my

I dont understand how anyone can like medicine. Ive never liked it. I used to refuse to take it as a kid because the t

Learning is one of the most important things we do in life. It starts pretty much when were born. In fact, many scien

If you think about it, kissing is strange. I mean, here we are in the twenty-first century and we still like kissing. I thin

Jewelry Information Inflation

Inflation seems to be a big issue at the moment. Every time I turn on the news there is a story about inflation. Many

I think jewelry is stupid. Whats the point? I can understand it was popular a couple of thousand years ago, but not to

We are living in an age of information. Thats what I keep hearing on TV and reading in newspapers. We are surround

Mathematics Marketing

When I was a kid I was top of the class in maths. I was really good at mental arithmetic and doing sums. Things were easy back then, It was all addi

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Marketing is a funny thing. Sometimes I like it, other times I hate it. There is definitely an art to marketing. Some of

Listening Leadership Meat Lifestyle Marriage

Marriage seems to be a dying institution. Everywhere we look, there are more and more statistics saying marriage is

Listening is the easiest English skill for me. I can understand about half of what people say to me. This means I can g

Leadership is a word we here a lot nowadays. Every time we turn on the news we hear about how important leadersh

Im a big meat-eater. I love meat of all kinds. I have eaten all sorts of meat. Even though I love meat, I could easily stop eating it, and I dont think I

Everyone wants a good lifestyle. I do too. I want a good job that is quite near my house I dont want to spend a long time on trains and buses. I a

Human rights Junk mail Homelessness

Homelessness is a terrible thing. It really shouldnt exist today. A country should be ashamed if anyone is homeless.

I think human rights only became an issue after World War II. Thats when the United Nations issued their Universal D

I hate junk mail. Im sick and tired of it filling up my InBox. I mean, who believes the stuff written in it? I love the on

Housewife Management Marathons Laws Juice Home school Heroes Hate crime Investments
Im totally hopeless with money. Ive never really understood things like investments. I should be more interested in

I think being a housewife is a very demanding job. Most housewives have a lot to do, especially if they have children.

Management is a funny thing. Most of the people I know who are in management are not actually managers. I mean,

Im full of admiration for people who run marathons. I couldnt do it. I love running and have done a few half-maratho

Without laws the world would end. OK, maybe the actual Earth might not end, but life as we know it would end. Wed

Everybody loves juice. Its the yummiest thing in the world. I cant think of anything tastier than a cold glass of any k

I think home schooling is great. I wish my parents had done this. The idea of never going to school sounds too good t

I dont really have a hero. There are many people I respect, but they are not really my hero. Some people choose ver

Hate crime is becoming a big problem in many societies. Youd think that in the twenty-first century wed all respect e

Heaven Harry potter Internet South Africa World Cup Hair

I wonder if heaven exists. I guess if heaven is real, then hell must be real too. I think heaven must be a great place if

Harry Potter is a boy wizard who has taken over the world. He is everywhere. No one had heard of Harry Potter befor

I think the Internet is the greatest invention ever. Think how it has changed the world. So much information is out th

The 2010 South Africa World Cup is nearly here and Im so excited. I love the World Cup. Every four years I cant wai

I never know what to do with my hair. Sometimes I want it long, sometimes I want to cut it all off. My hair is a little u

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Immigration Identify cards Google Golden Week Houses Hospitals Lies Life Luck Language
Where would we be without language? Wed all be in our own worlds and wed never really have a life. Can you imagine never talking to anyone?

Immigration wasnt really a problem a long time ago. Many countries welcomed immigrants because they needed wor

Im not sure what to think about identity cards. There are good and bad things about them. I think on the whole they

What was life like before Google? This might look like a silly and strange question, but it is a good one. Google has ch

Golden Week is such a lovely time to be in Japan. The weather is great and everyone is relaxed. Theres a real holida

All houses are unique. Even if they look the same from the outside, they are very different on the inside. I think hous

I dont really like hospitals. I have many bad memories of them. Ive stayed in hospital seven times in my life. I gues

I wonder if there is anyone in the world who never lies. Not even a small white lie. It seems everyone lies at some point in their life, or their day. So

Life is for living. Thats what I believe. It sounds very simple, but actually, its quite difficult. You only have one life, so you really have to live it. Don

I often wonder how important luck is in my life. Im not sure if there is a thing called luck. Some people say they are lucky and others say they are u

Love at first sight Magazines Laughter Journalist Jokes Insects History Genocide Intelligent I love you Holidays Getting married Heart attacks

Love is a wonderful thing, but is it possible to fall in love with someone at first sight? Many people say they have don

There are magazines on just about anything you can think of. Just walk into a big bookstore and see the hundreds of different kinds of magazines. T

Laughter is what makes the world go round. If you cant laugh, life would be very boring and depressing. The sound of laughter is one of the most b

When I was younger I wanted to be a journalist. I used to watch the news and think how amazing it would be to report from places around the wo

I love jokes. I could listen to people telling jokes all day. I laugh at even the silliest of jokes. In fact, I love silly jokes. I still laugh at the jokes I laughe

Some people love insects and others absolutely hate them. I cant count how many of my friends are terrified of insects. I have one friend who jum

My favourite subject at school was history. I dont know why. I loved reading the stories about famous people and fam

I really dont understand why genocide happens. Every five or ten years we hear about the latest genocide. Every tim

People say intelligence is a lot more attractive than beauty. I often ask people if they would prefer a partner who is intelligent or good looking. The

Love makes the world go round, not money. I agree with the centuries-old quote that says, Love conquers all. Its true when you think about it. So

I love holidays. They are the best thing in the world. The only problem is they are always too short. Even summer ho

One of the busiest times of our life must be our wedding day. Getting married can be a very stressful time. But, it is a

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Heart attacks kill millions of people each year. I think its one of the worlds biggest killers. A lot of people have a hea

Gangs Happiness Friends Heart Glambling Hangovers French Fries Humour Gun control Home Hiking
Some people love hiking and some people hate it. Personally, I dont really like it. I dont see the point of walking for miles and miles up and down

Gangs are becoming a big problem in many countries around the world. Weve always had gangs, and theyve always

Happiness is sitting on a beach with a good book and no more work and studying for a year. Ahhhh if only. Whats y

I think I have the greatest friends in the world. They are just as important to me as family. In fact, they are my famil

The heart is one organ we really have to look after. Most of us, I think, dont really know how to look after it. Or perh

Gambling is a very dangerous thing. At least thats what I think. I dont think much good comes of it. People lose thei

A hangover is one of the worst feelings you can have. Theres nothing you can do to make it go away. You just have t

Someone once told me that French fries are not French. There must be some connection between fries and France, ot

I think humour is one of the best things in life. Without it, nothing in life would be funny. Its strange how we start laughing from such a young age.

Gun control should be a really serious issue. In my country, politicians rarely talk about it. They only discuss it if som

Home is where the heart is. Thats so true. Ive lived in many different houses during my life but not all of them have been home. When you are g

God Food Feet Health Horoscopes Healthcare Guns Gold Food safety Gardens Factories

God created us all. God created life. God created everything around us. I often try to think what was before God. But

Isnt food one of lifes greatest pleasures? Do you know anyone who doesnt like food? I dont. There is so much delic

Some people like their feet and other people dont. I quite like mine. Theyre not too big and not too small. Some peo

I never used to worry about my health until recently. When I was a kid, I did loads of exercise. Even in my twenties and thirties I was very fit and ne

I totally do not believe in horoscopes. I cant think of anything more ridiculous. Perhaps the only thing more ridiculous is the number of people who

Every country must provide free healthcare to its citizens. I cant understand why the richest countries in the world dont do this. Its shocking that

Guns are bad. Full stop. Im fed up hearing about people who think they have a right to carry a gun. A gun is a deadly

I dont understand the fascination with gold. Its just a soft metal. It isnt even the most valuable metal. Its interestin

Food safety seems to be a big issue nowadays. I cant remember it being such a big problem years ago. With todays

I really like walking around gardens. Every garden is different. Even two gardens that are next to each other are diffe

I have a strange hobby. Its visiting factories. Im really interested to see how things work and how they are made. I

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Hair cut Hands Genetic engineering Furniture Gossip First impressions Family Funerals
If I could, Id never go to another funeral again. No one likes funerals, of course, but for me, they make me so sad. I

I wonder how many times we have our hair cut in our life. Hundreds. It would also be interesting to know how many different hairstyles we have. I

Hands are interesting things. They can do so many things. Wed be lost without them. I think hands are one of the most useful parts of they body. T

I think the idea of genetic engineering is fascinating. Its also quite dangerous. Fiddling around with what makes us h

I have a passion for furniture. I love it. I particularly love antique furniture. I love going round old houses and looking

I hate gossip. It really gets on my nerves. I really dont understand why people gossip about other people. My office is full of gossips. They have not

People say first impressions count. What do you think? Can you understand a lot about someone from the very first ti

What does family mean to you? In a perfect world, all families should be happy and everyone should get on well toge

Electricity Four seasons Driving Emergency Freedom Drugs Grammar

Grammar! Why is English grammar so confusing? I studied grammar for many years at school and I still dont understand when to use a tense. Is it

Electricity is one of the most important inventions ever. It is the thing that powers the Earth. If there was no electrici

Im not sure how many people ever stop to think how wonderful four seasons are. I think people who live in cities don

Driving is one of lifes greatest pleasures. Theres nothing better than getting behind the wheel and going for a drive.

Are you a good person to have around in an emergency? I am, I think. I have a very cool head and I dont panic easil

Freedom is a funny thing. It seems to mean different things in different countries. People in my country say they have

Drugs are becoming a big problem in many societies. When I was growing up, you rarely heard about drugs. Now, th

Globalization Global warming Gangsters Gardening Fun Frustration

Frustration is a terrible thing. In fact, its a frustrating thing. Getting frustrated is one of lifes biggest frustrations. I wish I didnt get frustrated, but

What does globalization mean? We always hear this word on TV and read about it in newspapers. It means the world is now a village the global v

Global warming is the biggest problem in the world today. Everyone know about it but not everyone is trying to stop it. Many world leaders are mo

When I was a kid, I thought gangsters were really cool. I loved watching gangster movies. Al Capone was almost like a hero to me. I always wanted

Everybody should take up gardening as a hobby. We can all get back to nature. Thousands of years ago we all did a bit of gardening. Its one of the

Everybody wants to have fun. Life would be so boring if fun was taken away. There are so many things you can do for fun. The best thing, I think, is

Football Fish

Football, thats soccer to Americans, is the biggest and best sport in the world. There are millions of reasons why it is the world sport. For a start, it

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I think fish are the most interesting creatures on the planet. They are absolutely fascinating. I love their different shapes, colours, social behaviour,

Flying Fear Diseases Death Discrimination Danger Fast food Credit cards Evolution Fomular One Fishing Fashion Exercise
Exercise is something most of us love to hate. A lot of us avoid it altogether. I do a lot of exercise, but not because I

I absolutely love flying. I love everything about it, from buying my air ticket to getting off the plane and collecting my

What are you afraid of? Im not really afraid of anything. When I was a child I was afraid of the dark. I used to hear s

One day, all diseases on Earth will be gone. I wonder. In fact, if all diseases die out or doctors find vaccines and cures

People say that death is the only thing in life that is certain. Thats true. Im not afraid of dying, but I do think its a s

I dont understand discrimination. To me, its evil. How can you not think that all people are the same? It doesnt mat

Danger is everywhere. Its all around us. That what Ive decided. I thought about danger the other day and decided w

Do you like fast food? Lots of people complain about it but I think a lot of its quite tasty as long as you go to one o

Many years ago I read that credit cards were the thing of the future. Credit card companies were telling us that plasti

I learnt all about evolution when I was about ten years old. I remember it clearly. I thought it was amazing. My mind

Im really into motor racing. Especially Formula One. It really is one of the most glamorous and exciting sports. Of course, its one of the fastest. Im

I really dont know why fishing is so popular. Its one of the best-loved hobbies all over the world. Anywhere theres a pond, a river a lake or sea, yo

Have you ever thought how strange fashion is? People tell us what clothes to wear. Thats weird. Fashion stores tell us what is in this summer or

Eggs Crime Clothes Dreams Directions Cars

Are you into cars? My brother is. Hes car crazy. He buys car magazines, watches car programmes on TV and spends hours looking at car websites.

Eggs are great. Where would we be without them? They are so useful. I cant imagine life or cooking without them. T

Why do we have crime? When will it all stop? Its sad that there is so much crime in our society. It hurts so many peo

I have too many clothes. I have many clothes Ive only worn once. Sometimes I even find something at the back of a drawer that I never even wore

I dream almost every night. I have a lot of dreams and I remember most of them. Im not sure what they mean. Som

Im hopeless at giving directions. I get very confused. Im sure I send people in totally the wrong direction. For some

Books Climate
Climate change is one of the most worrying things for our planet. Many politicians and scientists say it is the biggest danger we face. I read almost

Dont you think books are the best thing in the world? I cant remember a time in my life when I wasnt reading a book. I still have memories of bei

Education Dogs

Education is one of the most important things in our lives. Dont you agree? It can make the difference between succe

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Theres an old English saying that says, A dog is a mans best friend. This is true for many people men and wome

Careers Blood Baths Art Beauty Autumn Airports Famine Digital cameras Airplanes Cyber crime Dancing Cosmetics English Energy E-mail Eating Divorce Cosmetic surgery
Would you like to change your face and body? Would you like movie star looks? A lot of people want to do this. They

Choosing a career is one of the biggest decisions we make in life. It used to be that we chose only one career. People would start a job when they w

I hate the sight of blood. Looking at it makes me go all weak at the knees. I cant even look at my own blood. I dont know why. The thing I hate mo

One of my favourite times of the day is bath time. I absolutely love taking a bath. Baths are so much better than showers. Having a bath is the mos

Im a great art lover. I look at beautiful paintings and sculptures and wish I could be artistic. I cant draw or paint to save my life. I wonder why som

People say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That means if someone thinks someone else is beautiful, then they are beautiful. I think the id

Autumn is such a cool time of the year. Of course it is cool because the temperatures drop after summer. But it is also cool because its such a grea

Arent airports strange places? Theres so much happening in them. People coming, people going; people crying with sadness because theyre goin

There is no way that famine should be a problem in todays world. We are so rich. Companies have billions of dollars. Countries have trillions. Its a

Digital cameras are so useful. I love my digital camera. I take it everywhere with me. My friends think Im mad, but I

Airplanes are amazing. How does something so big and heavy get off the ground? Im always amazed at how the millions of different parts work to

I dont think people understand cyber-crime. Its only just started. In the future, its going to be a huge problem. The

I have loved dancing ever since I can remember. It was a part of my life when I was growing up and it is still importa

I wish we didnt need cosmetics. We spend so much time and money on them. And for what? We take them off at nig

Im a bit shy when I have to speak in English. Im a little worried about making mistakes. I also still lack confidence. Many of my friends dont worry

My energy levels go up and down. Sometimes Im full of energy, and sometimes Im drained of energy. Mornings are when my energy levels are hi

E-mail certainly keeps me busy. I never used to write as many letters as I do now. In the good old days before computers, we wrote real letters, wi

Eating is the best thing ever. I love eating. Any time of the day or night I can eat. and eat and eat and eat. I have a very big appetite. I always have

Divorce is on the increase around the world. It seems divorce rates are rising in pretty much every country you read about. I know in my country, d

Chocolate Dentists Calories

Anyone who does not absolutely love chocolate is mad. I dont think I know anyone who dislikes it. Some of my friends say they hate white chocola

Im afraid of the dentist. Always have been, for as long as I can remember. Even if the dentist is really, really kind and gentle, Im still afraid. Even if

Do you ever think about or worry about the number of calories you eat and drink every day. Its not really something I thought about when I was y

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Doctors Being Single Christmas

I think Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year. Everyone has a smile on their face, especially children. Its such an exciting time for kids.

Doctors are cool. They spend all their day helping people and saving lives. There cant be many better jobs in the world. I wanted to be a doctor wh

Being single has its advantages and disadvantages. I think its better to stay single when youre young. You need to live and have fun. You also need

Carbon Footprint Birthdays Banks

Im not the worlds biggest fan of banks. Ive had too many bad experiences of them. I really dont know how they can advertise and say they look

We have to do something about pollution. Even though there are warnings about global warming, companies dont do anything to reduce pollutio

Birthdays are brilliant. Im 62 years old and I still love them. I dont think Ive ever had a bad birthday. In fact, I think birthdays get better and bette

Apartments Diamonds Current events Computers

Advice

In the USA, theyre called apartments; in the UK theyre called flats. They are a modern invention. I dont particularly like them. I dont think its go

Theres a famous song that says Diamonds are a girls best friend. Is that true? Do all women like diamonds? They are certainly very beautiful, es

I love the news and current events. Im addicted to whats happening in the world. It doesnt matter what kind of news it is, I love watching it. Even

Its hard to believe that no one had computers a few years ago. I wonder how people lived. There must have been a lot of paperwork. I cant imagi

I dont know what I would do without my friends advice. Theyve all given me so much good advice over the years. Its sometimes very difficult to make de

Children Bad Habits Animals Advertising Culture Coffee Chickens

Chickens are so important to many of us because they are a major part of our diet. Every country has so many chicken dishes, and eggs are one of

Children are angels. Most of the time this is true. Im very lucky because my two children really are the greatest angels. I think I won the children lo

What are your bad habits? I think everyone has bad habits. Not everyone agrees on what bad habits are. Some smokers dont think smoking is a ba

Im a real animal lover. Im fascinated by the whole animal kingdom. I loved animals when I was a kid. I used to read every book I could find on anim

What is advertising? Is it telling the truth or is it making things look better than they really are? Or is it lying? Companies pay a lot of money for adv

Im really interested in the culture of other countries. I dont know why, but I always think other cultures are more interesting than my own culture

Scientists and doctors cant make their minds up about coffee. One study says its really bad for us and the next report says its good for us. Ive ev

Business Busy Being Afraid Avatars Getting Married

Business isnt so good at the moment. In fact, its the worst time for businesses for decades. Many businesses are going bust because of the global

Are you busy? Do you lead a busy life? It seems we get busier and busier in our lives. I hate being busy. Id much rather have nothing to do. Being b

An American president once said the only thing you have to fear is fear itself. Cant remember which President, but never mind. I think thats an int

Most people know the word 'avatar'. Perhaps we all saw the movie with the same name. Avatars are becoming a normal part of our life. Well... I sh

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Getting married is one of the happiest days of anyones life. Being married is also full of happiness, but there are also many difficulties. It isnt alwa

Babysitting
I loved babysitting when I was younger. It was a really easy way to make money. All I had to do was sit in my neighbours house and look after the

Alcohol Aliens Actors Accidents

I hate alcohol. I really dont understand how or why people drink it. The smell of alcohol on peoples breath is disgusting. Its expensive and it gives

There are aliens out there, somewhere. I strongly believe this. Not sure what they look like, though. I really doubt they are green, like they are in sc

Being an actor must be great. I really wish I could act. Id love to have the confidence to act in front of people. Being a member of the audience at t

I wonder how many accidents Ive had in my life. Ive had a few serious ones where Ive ended up in hospital. Traffic accidents are the worst. They

re only three million people in Uruguay but we have a great footballing history. We really think its our turn to shine again on the world South Africans have been preparing years for this event the first on African soil. We will win the trophy. History is on our side. If you

e the event. Im not sure if I like the winter or summer Olympics better. Id rather be a competitor in the summer games its warmer.

donate all of my organs for transplants. I dont mind my body being donated to science after I die. I think its much better to be useful

didnt take it seriously. It was a bit like science fiction, I mean, how could there be a giant hole in the atmosphere? Over the years, more and more scientists spoke about

mply the greatest show on Earth. You cant compare the Super Bowl to any other sporting event. Its even better than the Olympics. Its one hundred times more exciting

people and not enough land. There wont be enough farms to grow food for everyone. Well eat all of the fish in the sea. And our pollut

ot-so-strong opinions. And then there are those who say they have no opinion, which I suppose is some kind of opinion. Its interesting

e. Its actually a very useful word in English. There are so many different expressions with one. Of course its a number and useful in maths, but theres so much more. T

edible how doctors can cut people open and repair their body. It must take great skill. I cant believe some operations can take over 12

s pollution. Oil is a fossil fuel. Burning it produces carbon dioxide (CO2). This is one of the biggest causes of global warming. There isn

nds what it means. It must be the only word that everyone knows. Is it a word or is at an abbreviation? We spell it okay but abbreviat

an the Olympics, and thats the Football World Cup. Anyway, the Olympics really is a celebration of humanity. The whole world watches and gets excited. We love watchi

he other hand, if I do get old, I want to live to be over 100. Im hoping old age will be nice. It seems a time when you can relax and slow

have money, they buy a lot of the wrong food. They become lazy and eat fast food. They also forget about exercise and sit in front of the TV instead. The worrying thing

re. Every day we hear stories about the rainforests and the ice caps, but we rarely hear about the oceans. They form most of the Earth

lack day in our history. Fortunately, they have only been used a few times. We only need to read the history of what happened in Japan

g is that nurses get paid so little. They do such a valuable job but get paid less than politicians. This is not right. Politicians do whatever they can to take our money. They

k most of us worry about nuclear energy. We hear on the news about the dangers of nuclear power. Many years ago there was a big ac

, we are numbers. We have passport numbers, social security numbers, ID numbers, and more. We live in a house and a street that ha

on the front of our face. Right in the middle. It would be OK if everyone had exactly the same nose. But we all have a different nose. So

everywhere. Sometimes it gets to me. I really want to have a button to turn it off. Its amazing how much noise there is around us. We usually never even think about it.

bright lights. People seem to be more active. Everyone is rushing home or going out. All the action starts at night. Restaurants, bars an

erstars. Ive usually heard of the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize because theyre always in the news. But have you ever heard of the Nobel Laureates for Medicine, Phys

hough it has just two letters. I dont like the word no when I have been for a job interview and didnt get the job. I also hate this word

become great friends. Other times you get the short straw and have nightmare neighbours. Ive had good and bad neighbours. Im not

ws theres some kind of disaster. There are bushfires in Australia and California, earthquakes in China, hurricanes in Mexico and droughts in Africa. Im sure global warmi

mes. Im not sure why I have two middle names. I guess my parents wanted to name me after two of my uncles. Names are different a

eir nationality. Many people from poor countries want to go to rich countries and become citizens. Its strange because I dont understand how your nationality can chan

ve to keep cutting them, they get dirty, and sometimes they break and become painful. Id rather we didnt have nails. Im sure it would

akes me feel proud of my country every time I hear it. Im a little embarrassed to say I dont know the words to it. In some countries, t

steries. How exactly did we get here? The natural world is full of mystery. We have unlocked many of natures secrets, but there are m

steries. How exactly did we get here? The natural world is full of mystery. We have unlocked many of natures secrets, but there are m

p them up. I really regret that now. I get quite jealous of people who can play a musical instrument. Its a wonderful ability. I hope they know how lucky they are to be ab

arth. I wonder when we first became interested in music. I also wonder when we first become interested in music. Is it when we are a baby? Some people think our intere

seums are important for so many things. They educate us, they preserve our history, they show us how we have developed. There are

o murder another. Why do they think they can take someone elses life? Even worse are people who commit multi-murder. Mass killing

bigger. Few of us today live in towns in which there is only one culture. Today, we live in towns where we are surrounded by many oth

ink mp3s are normal. But I was born long before digital music started. When I was a teenager, I had a record collection. You had to go to a store and buy your music. I ha

We are naturally bonded to our mother. We spend nine months growing inside her and she is the person who looks after us when we ar

favourite movie stars. I like all kinds of movies - Hollywood blockbusters, black and white movies from the 50s, independent movies... They're all good. Recently I've got

h better than the sea, beaches, deserts, etc. Mountains are so cool. They rise up so high into the sky. I cant stop looking at mountains

tioned everywhere in science and literature almost from the time humans started writing. And today, it still fills us with wonder. The m

e. If you have money, the world goes round very gently and you are happy. If you dont have money, the world might not go round so s

No one votes for someone to be king or queen. When a prince or princess is born, he or she automatically has a wonderful life. This is not fair. I had to study and work ver

re no mobile phones. People still managed to phone their family and friends and do business. Of course, there were more public telepho

more and more these days. Every time we turn on the TV or open a magazine, there is an ad, programme or article about this lifestyle or that lifestyle. We are told about h

e rest of us. Every day they are told how beautiful they are. Im sure this affects them in some way. They constantly think about their b

it tastes pretty good too. Milk is rich in calcium, which makes our bones and teeth strong. This makes milk essential for babies and gro

ely difficult. Microsoft seems to be a big part of our lives today. Most of us use Microsoft products every day. We need MS Word to creat

his world we live in. Everything is so fast. Everyone is in a hurry. Everything has to be done yesterday. Im sure life wasnt so stressful a hundred years ago. Then, peoples

s but nothing seems to happen. I have read a lot about meditation and it sounds really good. You can relax anytime you want. Twenty m

was very small. I dont know what I would do in life without novels, poems and plays. Its amazing how literature can change your life. I

e glue that makes us one big happy family. It is perhaps the most powerful emotion we feel. It is certainly the one that makes us happ

re. This is rubbish. Men are men, the same as women are women. Of course men are not perfect, no one is. Men actually have done a lot of bad things in the world. All o

of good memories. I dont have many painful memories. I dont know why. Lots of bad things happened to me when I was younger but

l of us are interested in the news. We all want to know whats happening around the world. We switch the TV on just to watch the news

have a special atmosphere. A room with a large collection of books does things to people. We become very quiet and want to know wh

o be better. When I was a kid, I loved quiz programmes on the television. I used to read lots of encyclopedias to build up my knowledg

ke it as a kid because the taste was so disgusting. Im not sure whether or not medicine is a good thing. Im sure that most of the time

e born. In fact, many scientists say learning begins earlier. We listen to the outside sounds. This is when we first start learning a langua

d we still like kissing. I think were the only species on Earth that does this. Of course, there are different kinds of kissing. Kissing your

t the job. Other times, my interview bombs and I dont get the job. Its really important to prepare. You must also be confident and ma

usand years ago, but not today. It all belongs to when we lived in caves. Why do people feel the need to wear necklaces and bracelets?

wspapers. We are surrounded by information technology that puts information at our fingertips. To get ahead, you need the latest infor

story about inflation. Many countries around the world are fighting to keep inflation under control. Sometimes you read about countries

ere easy back then, It was all addition and subtraction, multiplication and division. I knew my times tables like the back of my hand. Then, things got difficult when I was

art to marketing. Some of the advertising campaigns you see are the work of a genius. Someone has thought of a great idea, slogan a

y to me. This means I can guess the things I dont understand. Listening to the English of my American friends is not so difficult. I have

out how important leadership is. Especially strong leadership. American presidents often talk about the importance of leadership. I supp

y stop eating it, and I dont think Id miss it. A long time ago I heard the vegetarian slogan Meat is Murder. If you think about it, thats true. I dont think animals are her

long time on trains and buses. I also want a nice house where I can relax. I like decorating and shopping for furniture. I also want lots of friends so I can do stuff with them

tatistics saying marriage is on its way out, divorce is on the increase, or people are leaving it later and later to tie the knot. A worrying

ons issued their Universal Declaration on human rights. This is kind of the rulebook, the dos and donts of human rights. When I look a

written in it? I love the ones that start with Dearest and then tell you how their uncle died during some war and they need your help

med if anyone is homeless. Governments are so rich today, yet they have no money to provide basic needs for their citizens. This is rubb

cially if they have children. Of course, some have an easy time because they have a maid or a tiny house. Most housewives though are

actually managers. I mean, they dont have any qualifications to say they are managers. I think most managers are like that. They spen

ve done a few half-marathons, but I always found a full marathon to be too much. Marathon runners are special. I dont think I have th

we know it would end. Wed all end up fighting and killing each other. It would become the survival of the strongest, or perhaps the surv

r than a cold glass of any kind of juice. I have to have a glass of orange juice every morning. I like to spend a little extra to make sure

to school sounds too good to be true. I hated school. I wanted to stay at home every day. I really wouldnt have minded staying at hom

ro. Some people choose very strange heroes. My friends have rock stars and football players as heroes. Of course, these people are ver

st century wed all respect each other. With all the communications we have and with globalization, we should know enough about each

ould be more interested in investments because I know Ill get more money. I find everything very confusing. I never know what to inv

ven must be a great place if its better than Earth. Its difficult to believe that heaven is a place that looks like paradise. Pretty much eve

heard of Harry Potter before 1997. Thats when J.K. Rowling published her first book. Shes the creator of Harry Potter. The first novel w much information is out there. It has totally changed my life. I can chat with friends, download music, buy books and get all the info I

Every four years I cant wait to watch this brilliant event. I heard more people watch the Finals than the Olympics. All over the world, pe

it all off. My hair is a little unmanageable. It never does what I want it to. Its very thick. When its long and I have lots of split ends so

ts because they needed workers. The USA, Australia and Canada encouraged millions of people to come and live in their countries. Toda

m. I think on the whole they are a good thing. It depends on what the government uses the information for. It also depends on how secu

a good one. Google has changed our lives. In an amazingly short space of time, the verb google has entered our language. I think ev

laxed. Theres a real holiday feeling all over the country. Its one of my favorite times of the year. The only down side is that the roads

on the inside. I think houses are very interesting. I like looking at the way they are built and the style they are built in. In London ther

ven times in my life. I guess I must be unlucky. My friends all say Im accident prone. My longest stay in hospital was for three months.

e point in their life, or their day. Some people are better liars than others. In fact, I often read lying is an art. Children are pretty good at lying. Or perhaps theyre pretty b

e, so you really have to live it. Dont waste time doing boring things. Live life for today. Is living working in an office all your life? No. Take some risks in life. Invest in your

are lucky and others say they are unlucky. I think everyone in life has good luck and bad luck. Just because someone loses something or has an accident doesnt mean its

imagine never talking to anyone? Of course if there was no language, we wouldnt be able to use body language or sign language. The fact that we do have languages me

y people say they have done this. How can it be possible? Surely it takes a time to get to know someone and then fall in love. I think fa

s of different kinds of magazines. There are magazines for men, magazines for women, for children, for bankers, stamp collectors and even English students. Theyre quit

nd of laughter is one of the most beautiful sounds in the world. Just hearing it makes me smile and want to laugh too. I have to find out whats funny so I can share the jo

report from places around the world. I think journalism is a pretty tough profession. You really need a special character to survive. I think journalism is one of the most im

s. I still laugh at the jokes I laughed at when I was a child. Im not so good at telling jokes. I have just a few of my favourite ones that I tell. Theyre pretty funny. I think tel

insects. I have one friend who jumps and screams at the sight of the tiniest bug. Hes over forty years old! My son loves insects. He has many books on them and knows e

bout famous people and famous events. When I was little, history was just stories. As I got older, I realized history is the study of how

e latest genocide. Every time we hear about it, governments say it will never happen again. After the genocide in Rwanda, the USA and is intelligent or good looking. They almost always say they want someone who is intelligent. I wonder why it is some of us are so intelligent and others arent. Surely we

s true when you think about it. So much has been written about love. It must be one of the most written and talked about topics ever. How many songs and poems are t

too short. Even summer holidays at school arent long enough. I recently had an eight-week holiday and it flew by. It seems as though

ry stressful time. But, it is also one of the happiest days in our life. It all begins with the proposal. After that comes setting the date. On

. A lot of people have a heart attack because of their lifestyle. Im sure if people ate healthy food and exercised, the number of heart at gangs, and theyve always created problems. Recently, things seem to be getting out of control. Gangs are taking over our streets. In

ar. Ahhhh if only. Whats your idea of happiness? Its such an important thing. I like Bhutans idea (Bhutan is the small country next to

. In fact, they are my family, really. My best friends and I all grew up together and shared so many experiences together. We know eve

ow to look after it. Or perhaps we know, but dont do enough to keep our heart in a healthy condition. Our heart is an amazing thing, w

omes of it. People lose their money and then get angry. Sometimes people lose everything they have. The only people who win are the

it go away. You just have to wait for it to wear off. It usually takes a whole day and can even take two days to disappear. The most stu

etween fries and France, otherwise they wouldnt be called French Fries. Wherever they are from, I love them. I guess theyre the most

t laughing from such a young age. I wonder what makes tiny babies laugh. What do they find funny. Babies laugh and smile all the time. This means we are born to laugh

They only discuss it if someone goes nuts and shoots lots of people in a school or shopping mall. Gun crime is on the increase everywh

have been home. When you are growing up, home is where your family lives. I left home when I was 18 and slowly my childhood home was no longer. Now its my pare

for miles and miles up and down mountains. You get all sweaty and out of breath. The worst thing is that the next day all your muscles ache. Of course itll rain, so youll

k what was before God. But God has always been there, so there was nothing before God. I wonder why God always appears as a man w

ont. There is so much delicious food in the world. You could spend a whole lifetime eating a different dish every day. Whats the tasties

nd not too small. Some people I know have huge feet. They even have problems trying to buy shoes that fit them. My feet are pretty n

es and thirties I was very fit and never ill. I have been lucky all my life always in the best of health. I rarely get even a cold. I suppose time catches up with you. Now I see

ulous is the number of people who read their horoscopes and believe what they say. I mean, just how can a horoscope be true? How is it that the same things are true fo

rld dont do this. Its shocking that a country can be so rich and let its people die because they cannot pay the hospital. I saw a great movie once on Americas healthcare

rry a gun. A gun is a deadly weapon. People who are for guns say people are the deadly ones. Thats stupid. The truth is, that if there w

aluable metal. Its interesting how almost every culture in the world loves gold. Indians spend a fortune on it. When their children get m

em years ago. With todays technology, it shouldnt be a problem. But it is. In fact, there are many problems. In my country, GM food is

next to each other are different. I loved the garden our family had when I was small. I also loved starting my own garden when I bough

and how they are made. Ive learnt so many things on my factory visits. Factories are amazing. They are like mini cities. The thing tha

any different hairstyles we have. I know the styles I had when I was younger would look silly today. I really like haircuts. Its interesting sitting in the hairdressers chair an

e most useful parts of they body. They are so clever. We can do so many different things with our hands. We can hold things, squeeze things, feel things. We can swing on

ound with what makes us human might make us less human. We could end up creating a Frankensteins monster. The idea of genetic en

und old houses and looking at all the beautiful sofas and chests and cabinets from hundreds of years ago. Making furniture used to be a

ce is full of gossips. They have nothing better to do. Surely there are more important things to talk about. Gossip isnt true. Thats why its gossip. OK, it might be true, bu

meone from the very first time you see them or meet them? I think Im good at judging someones character from the first time I set ey

one should get on well together. I know a lot of families that have many problems. Brothers and sisters who dont like each other, paren

me, they make me so sad. I cant stop crying. Quite often Im the only person crying. Everything about a funeral makes me cry. When I

th. If there was no electricity, wed be back in the dark ages. Few people stop and think just how amazing electricity is. With the flick o

people who live in cities dont care about the seasons. City people spend half their lives indoors or underground. I live in the country an

wheel and going for a drive. I live in the countryside, so its easy to get out onto an open road. I open the windows and turn the music u

head and I dont panic easily. The most important thing to do in an emergency is stay calm. If you do this, you can think straight and d

n my country say they have freedom, but I dont think so. We have to go to school, we have to pay tax, we have to work, we have to d

heard about drugs. Now, theyre everywhere. Children in schools are smoking marijuana and taking harder drugs. There were many kids

erstand when to use a tense. Is it the simple present or the present perfect? Whats the difference? My teacher tells me to keep visiting grammar websites and doing the

world is now a village the global village. The world has become smaller. Of course, the world did not shrink and it isnt a village. Because of better transport, the Internet

top it. Many world leaders are more interested in blaming other countries for the crisis. Countries like China, India and Russia say they will not act unless America takes m

ike a hero to me. I always wanted the gangster in the movie to escape from the police. The movies made gangsters look like heroes. Now Im older, I think thats shocking

a bit of gardening. Its one of the most relaxing hobbies I can think of. Its also very satisfying. I get very excited about gardening. I love planting seeds and then letting na

o for fun. The best thing, I think, is simply to be with your friends. Youll always have a fun time with them. I cant remember the most fun Ive ever had. I had loads of fun

I wish I didnt get frustrated, but there are so many things in life that are frustrating. I think the biggest thing recently is computers. Getting a new computer out of the b

it is the world sport. For a start, it is played all over the world. The football World Cup is the biggest event on Earth. Its bigger than the Olympics. More people watch the

shapes, colours, social behaviour, everything. I can watch tropical fish in my aquarium for hours. Even the tiny little fish are so beautiful. When I go to the city aquarium,

the plane and collecting my baggage. Theres something very special about getting on an airplane. Its always a real adventure. I like s

f the dark. I used to hear strange noises at night when I was in bed. I couldnt move. I was frozen with fear until it got light outside. Im

tors find vaccines and cures for them, that will really change our planet. Think about the amount of overpopulation if no one died from

dying, but I do think its a sad thing. Id like to live forever. I like life. I want to see my childrens childrens children grow up. People hav

re the same? It doesnt matter what kind of discrimination it is, its all terrible. People who discriminate because of other peoples race,

he other day and decided we live in a dangerous world. Even our house is full of danger. There are many chemicals in our cosmetics, cl as long as you go to one of the international chains like McDonalds or Kentucky. I think in todays world, its difficult to avoid eating in

s were telling us that plastic would replace cash. Well, this hasnt happened. People are still using notes and coins. The Internet has inc

ht it was amazing. My mind was full of images of strange creatures crawling out of a green, soupy lake. Fish that had somehow develop

f course, its one of the fastest. Im amazed by the speed of the cars and how skillful the drivers are. Id love to drive a Formula One car to see how fast they go. People sa

es a pond, a river a lake or sea, you see people fishing. Ive only been fishing twice and I thought it was boring. I didnt catch any fish. Even if I had caught a fish, I dont th

tell us what is in this summer or this winter. People then buy the same clothes and look like everyone else because they want to feel trendy. The thing is, fashion is abo

exercise, but not because I like it. I do it because it helps me stay slim and healthy. I always feel great after exercising, so there are go

or cooking without them. There are many ways of cooking eggs for breakfast fried eggs, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, etc. There are

ociety. It hurts so many people. Most people in the world just want to live happily and be good neighbours. Why do some people turn to

of a drawer that I never even wore. I bought it, put it away, and then forgot about it. Im sure I dont need so many clothes. I dont think anyone really needs 11 pairs of je

sure what they mean. Some of them are quite strange. One day Ill have to buy a book on dreams and see if I can interpret them. Whe

wrong direction. For some reason, I always get stopped for directions in the street. I can usually direct someone if its just a block or t

nds hours looking at car websites. He knows the name, maker, engine size and top speed of every car on the planet. Every time we go out, he talks non-stop about the ca

book. I still have memories of being in my school library when I was about five years old. I have been a bit of a bookworm since then. Youll usually see me with my head

est danger we face. I read almost every day that climate change is changing the Earth forever. Many species of animal, fish, insect, frog, etc. are dying. The ice caps in the

he difference between success and failure. An education can bring us knowledge and make us rich. In rich countries, people are lucky to

ny people men and women. Most people I know love dogs. They are pretty cool animals. They are intelligent and very helpful. Dogs ar

ople would start a job when they were 18, 19 or 20 and stay in that same career for life. Their career path was quite straightforward. Nowadays, it is normal for people to

nt know why. The thing I hate most is giving blood for a medical check. I fainted once after I saw my blood in a small bottle. If I have a nose bleed, I have to sit down for

showers. Having a bath is the most relaxing thing. Theres nothing better in life than sinking into a hot bath and letting the water take away my troubles. A bath really ma

to save my life. I wonder why some people are so talented and can create amazing pictures, when other people, like me, cant even draw good matchstick figures. I woul

en they are beautiful. I think the idea of beauty is interesting. Why do we think some things or some people are beautiful and others arent? Some people think a building

s also cool because its such a great time of the year. I love the changing of the leaves. The different autumn colours are one of natures most beautiful scenes. Sometime

with sadness because theyre going away, people crying with joy because theyve arrived. Big airports are almost like small towns. It seems like you walk across a town by

lars. Countries have trillions. Its a real shame that people do not give enough to help famine victims. Its a sin. There is more than enough food in this world to feed ever

riends think Im mad, but Ive got thousands of really good photos. Digital cameras are so much better than the old cameras with film.

millions of different parts work together. Travelling by airplane is always a wonderful experience. I dont care whether economy class is cramped and has no space. I like

to be a huge problem. There have already been a few amazing examples. A few years ago the whole Internet in Latvia was attacked by

ng up and it is still important to me now. It has to be the best way to exercise. What can be better than dancing to your favourite song

at? We take them off at night, only to put them all on again in the morning. If you think about it. theyre amazingly expensive. Why doe

e. Many of my friends dont worry about mistakes. They just talk and talk. They always get their message across, even if their grammar is wrong. I think this is the best th

are when my energy levels are high. I wake up ready to go. I dont need 30 minutes to wake up, like some people I know. For some reason the food I eat doesnt affect h

mputers, we wrote real letters, with paper and envelopes. I wrote one or two letters a week. But now, with e-mail, my in-box is never empty. Theres always someone ma

e a very big appetite. I always have. My mother used to complain about how much I ate. She used to ask me if I had a hole in my stomach. Eating is very, very satisfying. T

ead about. I know in my country, divorce is now not unusual. More than thirty per cent of marriages end in divorce. I suppose its easier nowadays to get a divorce, and it

ople want to do this. They pay lots of money to go to a cosmetic surgeon and change their appearance. The most common operation w

riends say they hate white chocolate or dark chocolate, but then they like some other kind. I think chocolate is one of the best inventions ever. It is also one of lifes true

and gentle, Im still afraid. Even if the dental surgery is colourful and theres relaxing music, Im still afraid. Dentists for me havent changed a bit. When I was a child, I ha

hing I thought about when I was younger. But now I have to think about my calorie intake. Im putting on weight and so need to be more careful with what I eat. This is d

world. I wanted to be a doctor when I was a kid but I was no good at science. I think doctors are among the most important people in society. They should get paid lots a

o live and have fun. You also need the freedom to do what you want, when you want. Being single in your twenties gives you lots of time to go travelling, see the world a

Its such an exciting time for kids. They cant wait to open their presents and play with all of their new games and toys. Its a nice time for adults too. They can catch up w

nt do anything to reduce pollution. Our sky, air, rivers, beaches and countryside are becoming rubbish dumps. The air is so polluted it is giving children breathing problem

nk birthdays get better and better the older you become. Sure, kids love birthdays because they get presents and get to eat cake. But when you get older, birthdays mak

y can advertise and say they look after you. They dont. Bank charges are way too high; you spend ages waiting to be served; and then they say no if you want a loan. The

arly like them. I dont think its good for so many people to live so close together. Its not good for people to live on top of each other. I dont understand how people can

hey are certainly very beautiful, especially when you see them sparkling. But really, only rich people can afford diamonds. When I bought my wifes wedding ring, we coul

news it is, I love watching it. Even if its from countries Ive never heard of. Ill even watch the same news programme three or four times and not get bored. I guess its s

n a lot of paperwork. I cant imagine writing everything by hand. I also wonder how everything worked without computers. We need computers today for everything. Ho

sometimes very difficult to make decisions on your own. Listening to advice can be great for helping you make the right decision. The greatest piece of advice Ive received was fro

ngels. I think I won the children lottery with my kids. I could not have asked for lovelier, happier, sweeter little children. They have brought me endless amounts of joy sin

mokers dont think smoking is a bad habit. Young people dont think listening to loud music on the train is a bad habit. In Japan, slurping your noodles is a sign that you en

ead every book I could find on animals. I knew all the different animal species. The most exciting thing for me was going to the zoo. I would spend hours just watching the

mpanies pay a lot of money for adverts. Some of the ads you see in glossy magazines look like art. The commercials on TV look like mini movies. Do they really change our

e interesting than my own culture. Every time I travel, I learn wonderful, strange, amazing and interesting things about other cultures. One of the biggest surprises I had

eport says its good for us. Ive even read that 10 cups a day is good for our brain. I like a cup of coffee at certain times of the day. I must have a coffee first thing in the m

icken dishes, and eggs are one of the most common foods around. Chickens are also cute. Well, chickens arent, but chicks are - cute, fluffy chicks that make everyone go

e going bust because of the global financial crisis. Even sound businesses like the car industry and electronics are going through a really bad time. Many small businesses h

rather have nothing to do. Being busy makes me stressed and I end up making mistakes or forgetting something. Whos the busiest person you know? I bet he or she is re

ut never mind. I think thats an interesting quote. Its so true, most of the time. We all spend a lot of time worried or afraid that something bad will happen, and then not

normal part of our life. Well... I should say our online life. Almost everywhere you go on the Internet you see avatars. Sometimes it's a website asking you to make an av

also many difficulties. It isnt always easy to be married. You have to put up with your spouses bad habits and moods forever. You have to negotiate and compromise on

hbours house and look after the kids. That was the easy bit, because the kids were usually asleep in bed. The parents would give me a lot of money for watching DVDs a

gusting. Its expensive and it gives you a bad headache. I drank when I was much younger, but I havent touched a drop for years. I hated hangovers so I decided to stop d

t they are green, like they are in science fiction movies. I also dont think they look like us. But Im sure they exist. I just dont think well ever see any or find any. They live

ing a member of the audience at the theatre is great, but acting on stage is better. I wonder what its like to be a movie actor. I think you need to be beautiful or handsom

ffic accidents are the worst. Theyre always painful. I havent had too many work-related accidents. I suppose thats because I do office work and thats not so dangerous

turn to shine again on the world stage. We have the players to do that. Diego Forlan and Luis Suarez are among the best strikers in th

phy. History is on our side. If you look back at previous tournaments, the host nation has won many times. That will happen this time to

he summer games its warmer. The winter Olympics are definitely the most beautiful. Looking at skiers come down a snowy slope aga

hink its much better to be useful even after I die. I would be so happy to know that my heart was used to save someone elses life. I do

rs, more and more scientists spoke about the ozone layer. Global warming became a serious issue. Important people like Al Gore made movies about it. We all know toda

ics. Its one hundred times more exciting than the soccer World Cup. This year is extra special. My favorite teams playing the New Orleans Saints. The Indianapolis Colt

the fish in the sea. And our pollution will cause more global warming. I think we are in a very serious situation. I dont know what the a

e kind of opinion. Its interesting how our opinions can be so different. Even on the smallest of things. Its also interesting to see how yo

ful in maths, but theres so much more. Try a little experiment, Write down all the common word partners of one. I can think of loads right now. One way, one world

some operations can take over 12 hours. Ive had a few operations in my life. I have very mixed feelings about them. My worst fear is t

ses of global warming. There isnt much oil left in the ground. Some people say it will all be gone this century. I suppose that means we

n? We spell it okay but abbreviate it as OK. I wonder how many meanings it has. You can ask if someone is OK, if they are ill; you can

watches and gets excited. We love watching our heroes trying to win gold. I dont usually get excited about seeing my countrys flag, but at the Olympics, I love it. I think

time when you can relax and slow down. If course, you have to slow down because youre body wears out. There are two things Im wo

ont of the TV instead. The worrying thing is that more and more children are suffering from obesity. This is a big problem. The number of overweight kids I see today is am

ans. They form most of the Earths surface and most of the worlds species live in them. They are responsible for weather patterns and

history of what happened in Japan to understand why nuclear weapons must never be used again. The Japanese cities of Hiroshima and

atever they can to take our money. They even vote to stop nurses getting increases in pay. This is wrong. Governments need to do more to help nurses. There should be

Many years ago there was a big accident in Chernobyl, Russia. A nuclear reactor caught fire and melted. Because of this, deadly radiation

e in a house and a street that has a number. We communicate with each other using telephone numbers. We worry about how small or

t we all have a different nose. Some of us have a big nose, some a small nose. Some of us have a crooked nose with big nostrils. My no

us. We usually never even think about it. Listen now to the noise around you. Cars, computers, music, people talking. Its strange to think that in the past few decades, pe

rts at night. Restaurants, bars and clubs open. Everyone is happy. Night means we can stop working or studying and enjoy ourselves. I

of the Nobel Laureates for Medicine, Physics, Chemistry, etc? Even though I read a lot, I only sometimes know the winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature. I like reading a

get the job. I also hate this word when I ask someone on a date. Then, hearing no is like a kick in the teeth. I think I probably say ye

ood and bad neighbours. Im not sure why some neighbours are so bad. Its really not that difficult to be a good neighbour. All you hav

droughts in Africa. Im sure global warming is creating more natural disasters. Im lucky. Where I live, we dont really have natural disasters. Ive never experienced anyth

my uncles. Names are different all over the world. In some countries, family name comes before the given name. In the Muslim world,

nderstand how your nationality can change. Even if I live in Peru for 50 years, Im still English, even though I might have a Peruvian passport. I think people have confused

didnt have nails. Im sure it wouldnt change our lives. I guess women would say no to that idea. My female friends spend a lot of mone

words to it. In some countries, they play the national anthem every day in school. I remember being in Thailand. They play the nation

natures secrets, but there are many things we still dont know. There are some mysteries that people dont believe in. Is there really a

natures secrets, but there are many things we still dont know. There are some mysteries that people dont believe in. Is there really a

pe they know how lucky they are to be able to play an instrument. Of all the musical instruments, Id like to play the piano. I think this is the king of musical instruments. I

are a baby? Some people think our interest in music starts before we are born. Music is an essential part of my day. It changes my feeling and puts me in a good mood. T

w we have developed. There are museums on so many different things. In fact, Im sure there isnt a topic there isnt a museum for. Iv

mmit multi-murder. Mass killing seems to be more and more common today. Shootings at schools are especially bad. How can we prev

e we are surrounded by many other cultures. If we live in a city, we will see people from all over the world. Of course, some cities are m

d to go to a store and buy your music. I had hundreds of records. The first time I came across mp3s I laughed. I was totally amazed. I still find it hard to believe I can keep 1

on who looks after us when we are babies. Our mother does everything for us. She feeds us, cleans us, wipes away our tears, treats our

ovies... They're all good. Recently I've got into watching foreign movies. I like the films that come out of Bollywood - they're very different. The first film I saw at the mov

I cant stop looking at mountains, wherever I am in the world. I also love being in the mountains. The landscape is just spectacular. Yo

t still fills us with wonder. The most amazing thing about the Moon is that humans have been there. Neil Armstrong walking on the Moo

he world might not go round so smoothly. They also say that money is the root of all evil. I think this is so true. Money makes people

his is not fair. I had to study and work very hard just to get an average job, with not much money. Those in a monarchy are born into wealth. They never really have to lif

e, there were more public telephones then. There was a telephone box pretty much on every street corner. I wonder whether mobile ph

style or that lifestyle. We are told about healthy lifestyles, modern lifestyles, alternative lifestyles. Magazines use pages and pages and pages to describe the lifestyles of

hey constantly think about their beauty and their figure. Male models too. A lot of female models also have to be very strict with what t

milk essential for babies and growing children. It makes them grow up stronger. Milk is also full of many important vitamins and miner

y day. We need MS Word to create documents and Excel to make spreadsheets. At school we have to make PowerPoint presentations. P

ssful a hundred years ago. Then, peoples mental health was probably better. The only good thing nowadays is that there are mental health specialists who can help us w

relax anytime you want. Twenty minutes of meditation is the same as three hours sleep. I love the idea of meditating for twenty minut

literature can change your life. It educates you, makes you happy, makes you sad, inspires you and so much more. I think Id be a com

ainly the one that makes us happiest. Falling in love has to be the greatest feeling ever. It is also the one that makes us saddest. When

done a lot of bad things in the world. All of the wars in history were started and fought by men. They seem to be naturally aggressive and wanting to fight rather than talk

d to me when I was younger but I dont really have strong memories of them. I do have very clear memories of happy times. My earlie

the TV on just to watch the news. It seems as though every train passenger has a newspaper. The journalists who bring us the news d

e very quiet and want to know whats on the shelves. This happens even to children as young as three, although perhaps not the being

lopedias to build up my knowledge. I now know most of the worlds capitals and which animals and birds are the fastest, and how many

g. Im sure that most of the time our body will recover naturally, without medicine. I actually think medicine can be bad for us. It make

en we first start learning a language. Our ears get used to the different patterns of intonation. Learning is a lifelong process. We spend

ent kinds of kissing. Kissing your parents or friends as a greeting is normal enough. Thats just like a friendly handshake. Passionate kis

ou must also be confident and make sure the interviewer knows you really want the job. The trick is to make the interviewer think you a

to wear necklaces and bracelets? It seems that jewelry is becoming more and more popular. Nowadays people are wearing rings on the

t ahead, you need the latest information. Im not really sure how much information we need. Our brains can only handle a certain amou

metimes you read about countries that lose the battle against inflation. Zimbabwe once had an inflation rate of trillions of percent. I can

and. Then, things got difficult when I was about 14. We had to learn stuff like algebra and geometry and lots of other stuff I cant remember the names of. Suddenly. I wa

thought of a great idea, slogan and advertising campaign to sell us or tell us something. I like it when I can see the creativity. There ar

n friends is not so difficult. I have problems when I try and understand the news on television. I also find movies hard to follow. I need t

e importance of leadership. I suppose theyre right. Its important that someone takes responsibility and shows leadership. With the righ

, thats true. I dont think animals are here today for us to eat, especially when we dont need to eat meat. And then theres the threat of global warming today. Raising a

t lots of friends so I can do stuff with them. My idea of a good lifestyle is being happy at work, going to the gym or going out for a meal after work, and spending the wee

later to tie the knot. A worrying trend over the past few decades is the number of people who live together without making the commi

ts of human rights. When I look at the world today, it seems not many people have read this. I doubt if most people know it exists. I th

ome war and they need your help to transfer $18 million. I wonder how many people fall for those. My spam mail filters do a pretty goo

eeds for their citizens. This is rubbish. Think how much money governments waste on fancy cars and other unnecessary things. Its a cr

use. Most housewives though are working pretty much from the time they wake up to the time they go to bed. They have to get up the

managers are like that. They spend a year or two in a job and then become managers once the old manager moves on. Im not sure wh

are special. I dont think I have the stamina to do it. Not properly, anyway. I could run one of the big marathons in the world, like the

he strongest, or perhaps the survival of the nastiest. If there were no laws, people could do anything. Thered be no police or courts to

spend a little extra to make sure its 100 per cent juice. I dont really like the stuff that says its juice on the box, but is really 70 per ce

ldnt have minded staying at home and studying. Of course, you need to be careful not to forget studying. One thing about home schoo

s. Of course, these people are very good at what they do, but theyre not really heroes. They get lots of money for doing what they love

should know enough about each other to understand we are all the same. We should at least be able to respect our differences. I blam

nfusing. I never know what to invest in. Some of my friends invest in stocks and shares. I never did this. Im happy because I didnt los

oks like paradise. Pretty much every religion in the world believes that heaven is real. I dont think its full of angels with wings though.

r of Harry Potter. The first novel was called Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and it became an amazing success. Everyone was

buy books and get all the info I need for my homework. It took days or weeks to do any of these things before the Internet. I spend h

e Olympics. All over the world, people go soccer crazy. Even people who dont like football. I was in Tokyo for the Korea-Japan Finals in

g and I have lots of split ends so I have to go to the hairdressers for a trim. I also have dandruff, which is a little embarrassing when I

e and live in their countries. Today, however, immigration is becoming a problem. Many countries are trying to control immigration. At

n for. It also depends on how secure the database is that keeps our information. A lot of people think ID cards are too much. They think

entered our language. I think everything about Google is amazing. It helps us so much. We can find any information we want just by t

only down side is that the roads are full of traffic. You can spend hours stuck in traffic jams. So I usually stay at home and do things ne

e they are built in. In London there are many houses that are hundreds of years old. These are beautiful. You can still see much of the o

in hospital was for three months. That was boring. I had lots of visitors but staying in bed for that length of time isnt much fun. The wo

good at lying. Or perhaps theyre pretty bad, because its easy to tell when a child is lying. I read that the more lies children tell, the more intelligent they are. You need to

No. Take some risks in life. Invest in your life and do the things you really want to do. If you dont try and live your dreams, you dont really live. I often hear people sayin

hing or has an accident doesnt mean its bad luck. An accident is an accident. People who always say they have bad luck are negative. If they wait, something good will h

e. The fact that we do have languages means we have gone to the moon and built things like the Internet which also needs a special computer language to work proper

ne and then fall in love. I think falling in love at first sight is dangerous. You dont really know the person. Maybe after youve built your

rs and even English students. Theyre quite amazing when you think about it. Theres so much information in them. It must take a long time to make one magazine. And t

find out whats funny so I can share the joke, or share the fun. I particularly love the sound of small children laughing. Their laughter is infectious. Its amazing the things t

e. I think journalism is one of the most important professions in the world. Without it, we wouldn't know anything about what's going on in the world. It can also be a da

that I tell. Theyre pretty funny. I think telling jokes is a real skill. You need confidence, timing and you need to know when to deliver the punch line. Some of my jokes do

He has many books on them and knows everything about them. He loves going to insect museums and watching nature documentaries on insects. I also love them. I thin

alized history is the study of how we got here today. Its a long journey that describes all the wars, great people, inventions, disasters,

genocide in Rwanda, the USA and other world powers promised to stop any future killing. Then Darfur came along and all they do is talk

o intelligent and others arent. Surely we are all born with a similar level of intelligence. Im not really sure how intelligent I am. Sometimes I think Im intelligent, but then

cs ever. How many songs and poems are there about love? Millions. Billions, perhaps. Love is everywhere. You cant pass a single day without hearing someone say love

nd it flew by. It seems as though time goes quickly when we are on holiday, and slowly when we are at school or work. I always really lo

r that comes setting the date. Once the couple know the wedding day, its planning, planning and planning. They have to decide where

exercised, the number of heart attacks would drop. The thing I worry about is stress. For me, its difficult to avoid. Research shows that

gs are taking over our streets. In many parts of South America, gangs kill because of drugs. In many parts of Europe, gangs hang aroun

hutan is the small country next to Nepal). There, they prefer to measure happiness instead of money. The most important thing for Bhu

periences together. We know everything about each other. I would do anything for my friends and Im sure theyd do anything for me.

Our heart is an amazing thing, when you think about it. It beats so fast for years and years and years, pumping millions of litres of blo The only people who win are the companies, casinos, etc. that organize gambling. I dont really understand why people would want to

o days to disappear. The most stupid thing about a hangover is that you never learn. A hangover is your bodys warning that too much

ve them. I guess theyre the most popular food in the world. Everyone eats French fries. They are very versatile you can eat them wit

he time. This means we are born to laugh and make other people laugh. Our sense of humour develops as we grow up. Some people become very good at telling jokes. I

crime is on the increase everywhere but the government never talks about gun control. I really think there should be huge fines for any

od home was no longer. Now its my parents house and not my home. I moved around a lot and only spent a year or so in most places I lived. They never really felt like h

muscles ache. Of course itll rain, so youll get soaking wet. If its sunny, youll get sunburn. To make things really bad, you might fall over and twist your ankle or get stung

y God always appears as a man with a beard in books. Hes also usually a white man. No one knows if God is a man or a woman. God i

ish every day. Whats the tastiest food in the world? This is a very difficult question to answer. My taste in food keeps changing. Somet

hat fit them. My feet are pretty normal. Theyve been very useful down the years. Ive done a lot of running, loads of hiking and played

pose time catches up with you. Now I seem to be getting lots of little aches and pains. I should go to the doctor for a health check, but Im too busy. The older you get, th

How is it that the same things are true for half-a-billion people born between January 23 and February 22. It makes no sense. Not all of those people will be lucky in love

eat movie once on Americas healthcare system. Its called Sicko, directed by Michael Moore. He went to England and France and was amazed that people in those cou

stupid. The truth is, that if there were no guns in the world, thered be more people alive. Students with guns kill other students at scho

e on it. When their children get married they give gold bracelets and rings as gifts. Most of the worlds wedding rings are gold. I know d

blems. In my country, GM food is a big issue. People do not want to eat food that is genetically modified. They say it is unsafe. I know

ing my own garden when I bought my house. The best gardens in the world are in England. English country gardens are famous all ove

are like mini cities. The thing that surprises me most is how everything works together. Everyone knows exactly what to do and when t

resting sitting in the hairdressers chair and watching the stylist do things. I often think a good haircut is like art and the hairdresser is the artist. I have had a few disastrou

ueeze things, feel things. We can swing on jungle gyms, write and type letters; the list is endless. I think hands are a very beautiful part of the body, if they are well looked

s monster. The idea of genetic engineering has been around for centuries. Scientists have always wanted to change us. The real breakt

ago. Making furniture used to be a real art. They dont make furniture like they used to. Nowadays a lot of furniture is rubbish. A lot of i

s why its gossip. OK, it might be true, but who cares? Gossiping is dangerous. It can make perfectly nice people look bad. Im not sure if Ive been the subject of gossip. I

aracter from the first time I set eyes on them. Its easy to understand if the person is my kind of person. First impressions count most w

s who dont like each other, parents who never talk to each other. I wonder why this is. How can you live so close to your family memb

a funeral makes me cry. When I open the invitation, tears well up in my eyes. When I see the funeral procession drive by, I start. The a

zing electricity is. With the flick of a switch, you can power almost anything. Think about what would happen if there was no electricity.

erground. I live in the country and I love watching the seasons come and go. Every day is different in the countryside. I love watching t

he windows and turn the music up and then just drive and drive. I like driving to new areas and finding new roads. I find it very relaxin

this, you can think straight and decide whats best to do. Also, if you stay calm, other people might stay calm too. The worst thing to do

x, we have to work, we have to do lots of things. Thats not freedom. Id say we have more freedom than people in other countries. The

rder drugs. There were many kids at my school who smoked. Nicotine was the most serious drug they used. Todays kids seem to have

p visiting grammar websites and doing the practice activities. She told me to look for patterns, but Im not really sure what she means. She also told me one of the best w

Because of better transport, the Internet and more trading between countries, it is easier to do business. Japanese car makers have factories in Thailand; American comp

ay they will not act unless America takes more action. America says it will not act until other countries take more action. It seems a little childish that leaders are acting in

oes. Now Im older, I think thats shocking. How can they glamorize the life of gangsters. Of course, we all know gangsters are dangerous. They are involved in many crim

g. I love planting seeds and then letting nature take over. Its amazing how quickly things grow. Before you know it, your seeds are beautiful flowers. You also learn a lot a most fun Ive ever had. I had loads of fun times when I was a kid. It seemed as though life was all fun, except for homework. But university was also a lot of fun. Id love

ers. Getting a new computer out of the box can be frustrating. Understanding how everything works is doubly frustrating. And then there are all the frustrations with pro

han the Olympics. More people watch the Final on TV than any other event. Football also brings nations together. The greatest of enemies put aside their differences for

eautiful. When I go to the city aquarium, I can spend the whole morning or afternoon looking at the fish. I dont have a favourite fish. I must confess that after watching

s always a real adventure. I like short flights and long-haul flights. Many people say economy class is terrible, but I like it. There isnt en

h fear until it got light outside. Im no longer afraid of the dark, thankfully. I also used to fear speaking in public. My face would go red a

erpopulation if no one died from diseases. Thered be a population explosion. I dont think the Earth would be able to feed so many peo

ens children grow up. People have different views on death in different cultures. In some countries, you die and go to heaven. In other

e because of other peoples race, sex or age should be named and shamed. I think there should be really strong laws against all forms o

ny chemicals in our cosmetics, cleaners, fridges, computers that are not good for us. The electric wiring could go wrong and electrocute

rld, its difficult to avoid eating in fast food restaurants. They are so convenient and seem to be everywhere. Of course theyre not the s

es and coins. The Internet has increased the use of credit cards, but many people worry about putting their card details online. Lots of p

. Fish that had somehow developed legs and the ability to breathe air. Then these creatures turned into all kinds of animals. All the boo

One car to see how fast they go. People say Formula One is a mans sport. It isnt. I know lots of women who love it. One day, therell be a female world champion. You w

y fish. Even if I had caught a fish, I dont think I would have been excited. To me, sitting next to a river waiting for something to happen is strange. I know lots of people w

to feel trendy. The thing is, fashion is about being an individual, but then we all wear clothes that are the same as everyone elses! Keeping up with fashion is expensive th

after exercising, so there are good parts to it. The thing I hate most is getting ready. Its really difficult after a hard days work to com

eggs, boiled eggs, etc. There are even many ways of cooking these. You can have a runny or hard fried egg or even have it sunny side

ours. Why do some people turn to crime? Money is a big reason. Many criminals pickpocket, steal, kidnap, or even kill people to get mon

nt think anyone really needs 11 pairs of jeans and 32 sweaters. I wont tell you how many pairs of shoes Ive got. Thats way too embarrassing. The simple truth is I love c

d see if I can interpret them. When I was a little kid, I had really bad dreams. Real scary ones. They were probably nightmares rather t

ct someone if its just a block or two, but thats it. If its half way across town, Ill send you in the opposite direction, guaranteed. The fu

we go out, he talks non-stop about the cars he sees. I like cars. They are interesting. If I had a lot of money, Id like to buy a sports car. Im saving up for a small car at the

then. Youll usually see me with my head buried in a book. I love all kinds of books. Novels are great for getting to know other worlds and cultures. A good book is one w

ct, frog, etc. are dying. The ice caps in the Arctic and Antarctica are melting. Our weather is changing so places are getting warmer, or colder, or are having more and stro

rich countries, people are lucky to have good schools. Children start learning from a very young age. They can further their education a

elligent and very helpful. Dogs are a real member of the family if you have one as a pet. I think dogs are very useful. They keep you co

ward. Nowadays, it is normal for people to change careers, five, six, seven times. New technology and globalization means things change quickly. We need to study and ke

have a nose bleed, I have to sit down for 30 minutes before I feel better. Its impossible for me to watch operations on TV. I wish I could donate blood to others. I cant. I

r take away my troubles. A bath really makes you feel great. I especially like taking a bath before going to bed. Bath time is pretty much the only time of the day when yo

ven draw good matchstick figures. I would like to fill my house with art from all over the world. Its interesting to see how different cultures have different kinds of art. Th

hers arent? Some people think a building is beautiful, while others think the opposite. People nowadays spend too much time and money on beauty. I agree with the exp

natures most beautiful scenes. Sometimes I cant stop looking at the mountains near my house. They are like an artists palette of golds, reds, yellows, browns and other

s. It seems like you walk across a town by the time you check in and get to your departure gate. The thing I like most about airports is people watching. There are people

an enough food in this world to feed everyone. Government leaders need to tell the world why they let people die of hunger. Even the United Nations cant persuade gov

r than the old cameras with film. Theyre also much better than mobile phone cameras. My digital camera fits in my pocket and takes g

y class is cramped and has no space. I like playing with the in-flight entertainment system, especially now they have all the latest movies. I also love airplane food. Many o

Internet in Latvia was attacked by another country. Cyberspace has become a new battleground. Countries spy on each other. If theres

an dancing to your favourite songs? I love going to clubs and discos. I can dance all night long. I never get tired of it. When I was small

re amazingly expensive. Why does a lipstick or a small tube of cream cost so much? The really expensive cosmetics dont actually make

ammar is wrong. I think this is the best thing to do. My teacher always says its best to learn by doing. If I dont try to speak English, Ill never be able to use it when I need

ome reason the food I eat doesnt affect how energetic I am. Some people feel tired after lunch, while others complain they need to eat something for an energy boost. I

never empty. Theres always someone mailing me. I would like just one day where Im free of e-mail. The sad thing is, very few mails I get are interesting. I get loads of sp

stomach. Eating is very, very satisfying. There are many different aspects of eating. It fills us up and stops us feeling hungry. Food tastes so good and eating it makes us fe

s easier nowadays to get a divorce, and its more socially acceptable. I know it was more difficult to get divorced 50 years ago. People thought that there was something

e. The most common operation we call a nose job. People who are unhappy with their nose have it reshaped. Other people want their w

nventions ever. It is also one of lifes true pleasures. Theres nothing better than having your whole mouth full of chocolate and letting it melt. I love pushing the chocolat

nt changed a bit. When I was a child, I hated the sound of the drill. That sound is still there today. When I was young, I hated the smell. Same smell today. I cant wait for

be more careful with what I eat. This is difficult because all of the yummiest food has the most calories. Ive found an answer to this problem. If I do lots of exercise, I ca

ople in society. They should get paid lots and lots of money. Its not right that bankers get paid more. Doctors are really clever and very kind. They never seem to panic or

ts of time to go travelling, see the world and experience different things. Most people like being single in their twenties and then want to settle down in their thirties. I th

e time for adults too. They can catch up with their families and relax. Traditionally, the mother of the family is busiest at Christmas. She does most of the Christmas shopp

uted it is giving children breathing problems. Polluted rivers have no fish left in them and beaches are too dangerous to walk on because of the garbage everywhere. It se

e. But when you get older, birthdays make you feel special. Its your special day. Even if no one wishes you a happy birthday, its still your special day. A lot of my friends

d then they say no if you want a loan. The bank I bank with makes dozens of mistakes with my account. The thing theyre best at is making excuses. Im not at all surprise

other. I dont understand how people can live above the second floor. Its not natural to live in the sky. The thing I hate most about apartments are the lifts (Americans sa

I bought my wifes wedding ring, we could only afford a smallish diamond. There were lots of beautiful rings in the store with huge diamonds but they all cost an arm and

four times and not get bored. I guess its so fascinating because its real. I get really interested in a story when it breaks, then like to follow it as it unfolds. Following curre

need computers today for everything. Hospitals, airports, the police nothing can work without computers. Im sure Id be ten times busier than now if I didnt have a co

reatest piece of advice Ive received was from my father. He told me I can do anything in life if I try hard. He was right. I am now passing on his advice to my own children. Right no

ave brought me endless amounts of joy since the second they were born. Everything they do fascinates me. Everything they say makes me smile. Watching them grow up

slurping your noodles is a sign that you enjoy your food, but making a noise while eating in England is not good. Have you ever tried to break your bad habits? I have quit

oo. I would spend hours just watching the animals walk around, sit, or even sleep. When I was older, I went on a safari to Tanzania. I saw real wild animals in the wild. Eve

ke mini movies. Do they really change our behaviour? Do adverts make you buy things? I think some advertising is a form of lying. Is BMW really The ultimate driving ma

ltures. One of the biggest surprises I had was when I went to the USA as a child. Im English so I thought Americans had the same culture as me. When I went to America

y. I must have a coffee first thing in the morning. I cant survive without my morning coffee. I have another cup or two when I get to work. And thats it. I never drink cof cute, fluffy chicks that make everyone go aaahh. Its strange though that the word chicken is used in so many English idioms. When I was at high school, you couldnt

a really bad time. Many small businesses have gone out of business. Its a real shame because so many lives are being ruined. With a lot of businesses its a real fight for s

est person you know? I bet he or she is really stressed. The busy people I know are always looking ahead to their next holiday and then in their holiday they are busy do

something bad will happen, and then nothing happens. It is the fear that frightens us, not the thing that might or might not happen. And then there are phobias. Millions

es it's a website asking you to make an avatar, and other times it's people's real avatars. Do you have one? Or two, or three? I see a lot of avatars that are kind of cute an

ou have to negotiate and compromise on many things from whos first in the bathroom in the mornings to where you go on vacation. Of course, being married also has m

e me a lot of money for watching DVDs and eating snacks. When I was even younger, I liked it when my babysitter came round. She would always play games with us and

s. I hated hangovers so I decided to stop drinking altogether. I have a much better time without alcohol. People say they need to drink to relax. They drink and just act an

nk well ever see any or find any. They live too far away. If you think about it logically, there has to be aliens out there. All a planet needs is to be warm and have water an

think you need to be beautiful or handsome to be a successful Hollywood or Bollywood actor. They all look great. Actors are very lucky. They get paid huge amounts of m

o office work and thats not so dangerous. Most of my accidents are those around the house. Ive lost count of the number of times Ive hit my thumb with a hammer. Im

are among the best strikers in the world. I love watching them play. They really are top class goalscorers. Im so looking forward to se

mes. That will happen this time too. We will show the world our Bafana Bafana spirit. We arent afraid of anyone and will even beat Fran

ers come down a snowy slope against a blue sky is a wonderful sight. I also love the winter Olympics because of the skating. Its amazin

d to save someone elses life. I dont need my eyes after I die, so itd be great if someone else could use them to see. Even though I wa

e made movies about it. We all know today that the thinning ozone layer is perhaps the most serious crisis we face today. Even though many people have changed their l

New Orleans Saints. The Indianapolis Colts are the favorites. Were the underdogs, but I dont care. I have this feeling were gonna win big. I also just found out the British

situation. I dont know what the answer is. Our leaders dont seem too worried. They never see the bigger picture. The worlds populatio

Its also interesting to see how your opinions change as you get older. My opinions of other people change a lot. You have first impress

of loads right now. One way, one world, one chance, one time, etc. There are also lots of expressions, such as one in a million or one at a time. Im sure if you looke

gs about them. My worst fear is that Ill die. My biggest hope is that the operation will be successful and Ill make a full recovery. I also

century. I suppose that means we wont make as much pollution. But what will we do when the oil runs out? Scientists are working on t

eone is OK, if they are ill; you can ask if someone understands a question or instructions using OK; you can even let someone know eno

flag, but at the Olympics, I love it. I think the Olympics were better many years ago. Then, they had traditional Olympic sports. Nowadays we have professional tennis an

out. There are two things Im worried about. One is money. I think if you are old and poor, youll be miserable. No money to enjoy you

umber of overweight kids I see today is amazing. I think the reason is quite simple junk food, video games and the Internet. When I was growing up, I had a balanced die

onsible for weather patterns and a lot of the worlds foods. The problem is, they are becoming very polluted. Many fish species are in da

Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki were destroyed in an instant. Hundreds of thousands died. Today, nuclear weapons are a hu

do more to help nurses. There should be a bigger focus on the profession. I would much rather have more nurses than more weapons. A few years ago I wanted to get in

. Because of this, deadly radiation spread across the whole of Europe. There were reports that sheep in England caught radiation sickne

ers. We worry about how small or big the numbers are on our bank statements. We cant survive without numbers. Most of the world ca

oked nose with big nostrils. My nose is one part of my body Id really like to change. Its too big for the size of my face. When people ta

e to think that in the past few decades, people have been talking about noise pollution. Thats a really good description. Noise is quite often pollution. Its stuff that make

r studying and enjoy ourselves. Its cooler at night so you feel more relaxed. Of course, the city at night is very different from the coun

Nobel Prize for Literature. I like reading about who won the Nobel Prize. It makes me want to be like them. Of course, I can never win such a prize, but I can study more.

e teeth. I think I probably say yes more than no. I love going out. I never say no if anyone asks me to go to a club or go on a trip.

be a good neighbour. All you have to do is be polite, dont play loud music late at night, and dont park in front of their house. It sound

ral disasters. Ive never experienced anything like the things on TV. Japan has many natural disasters. They have earthquakes, typhoons, flooding, volcanoes, all kinds of t

given name. In the Muslim world, a girls name includes her father and grandfathers names. In Japan and China, there is no middle nam

an passport. I think people have confused feelings when they change nationalities. Their heart is still in their real country and not in the country of their new nationality.

emale friends spend a lot of money on their nails. I dont know why. Nail polish stinks, and so does nail polish remover. I really dont kn

in Thailand. They play the national anthem in the streets every morning. Everyone stops and stands still. When the anthem finishes, pe

dont believe in. Is there really a Loch Ness Monster or a Yeti? Do ghosts and the supernatural really exist? Perhaps the biggest myster

dont believe in. Is there really a Loch Ness Monster or a Yeti? Do ghosts and the supernatural really exist? Perhaps the biggest myster

k this is the king of musical instruments. It sounds so beautiful. Pianos also look beautiful. I imagine its very relaxing playing it. Another instrument Id like to play is the g

my feeling and puts me in a good mood. Theres nothing better to do on a train or bus than put on my headphones. I like all kinds of music, from classical and opera to jaz

opic there isnt a museum for. Ive loved museums since I was little. We used to go to different museums on school trips. I loved them

especially bad. How can we prevent murder? Every time we look at the news, theres another murder. I hope it is not something that w

orld. Of course, some cities are more multicultural than others. New York is a real melting pot. It is called the most multicultural city on

ed. I still find it hard to believe I can keep 10,000 songs in my pocket and take them anywhere in the world. I also love the idea of mp3 downloads. Its much easier than g

, wipes away our tears, treats our cuts and bruises, supports us and loves us. And all of this never stops. Mothers still do motherly thing

y different. The first film I saw at the movie theatre was Star Wars. I was amazed at the special effects. Nowadays, so many movies have such good computer graphics tha

landscape is just spectacular. You really feel part of Gods wonderful creation when you are surrounded by mountains. There are so ma

eil Armstrong walking on the Moons surface must be the greatest human achievement ever. Even though man has walked on the Moon

s is so true. Money makes people kill and steal. Greed means there are things in the world like blackmail, corruption, slave labour and a

n into wealth. They never really have to lift a finger. The strange thing is that most people who live in a monarchy like their king and queen. Take the United Kingdom, for

rner. I wonder whether mobile phones are a good or bad thing. For sure, they are very convenient, but they can also be a nuisance. The

ges and pages to describe the lifestyles of the rich and famous. I get the impression that few people are happy with their lifestyle. Most people are jealous of other people

have to be very strict with what they eat so they dont put on weight. Today, a model has to be size zero to be successful. This is unhea

ny important vitamins and minerals. When I was little, I didnt really like milk. I think I had a bad experience with sour milk, which turn

make PowerPoint presentations. Perhaps the biggest thing we use Microsoft for is getting on the Internet. Most of the worlds computers

ental health specialists who can help us when we are in trouble. But, there is a problem with these experts. They keep on thinking up new mental health problems we suf

ea of meditating for twenty minutes in my lunch time and then feeling totally refreshed. Meditation is also a good way of relieving stress

o much more. I think Id be a completely different person without it. Literature has been a big influence on my life perhaps as much a

one that makes us saddest. When we lose someone we love it can take forever to get over. Sometimes we never get over it. You can fa

ssive and wanting to fight rather than talk. Things are changing though. There was the 1980s man. Suddenly, men were more human. They helped with the shopping, co

mories of happy times. My earliest memory is of my first day in kindergarten. I guess I was three. I remember playing in the sand and

urnalists who bring us the news do a very important job. Many risk their lives to bring us the news from the worlds danger zones. Unfo

, although perhaps not the being quiet. Its amazing to watch a small child in a library looking at all the books. They can sit there for ho

ds are the fastest, and how many bones there are in the human body, etc. I love watching the news and this helps me get more knowle

edicine can be bad for us. It makes the body weaker because we rely on medicines too much. I also worry about the safety of medicines

g is a lifelong process. We spend our childhood years doing nothing but learning. We learn a language before we are two. We learn how

riendly handshake. Passionate kissing is different. Im not complaining though. I think kissing is great. I remember my first kiss. It was

make the interviewer think you are the best person for the job. I always wear my best suit and arrive early. I always smile when I walk

ys people are wearing rings on their toes and piercing their tongues and bodies. Ive never really understood why men wear jewelry, esp

ns can only handle a certain amount of information at a time. I reckon a lot of us have information overload. Im sure before computers

n rate of trillions of percent. I cant imagine trying to add up my shopping bill with so many zeroes. I have no idea how they brought it u

t remember the names of. Suddenly. I wasnt so good at maths any more. I think there were a few reasons for this. One was my maths teacher, another was because I sat

I can see the creativity. There are other kinds of marketing that make me angry. Ads and campaigns that are directed at children make

nd movies hard to follow. I need the subtitles at the bottom of the screen. I think listening to songs in English made my listening better

d shows leadership. With the right leaders, we can achieve success. But not every leader shows leadership. In many countries around t

threat of global warming today. Raising animals needs land. Many forests are cut down to raise cows for meat. This really has to stop. Instead of meat, there are other t

a meal after work, and spending the weekends with friends doing things or going places. Of course I have to have a holiday every year in another country. I havent got t

ether without making the commitment of marriage. Im not really sure what the difference is. If you love someone and want to stay tog

f most people know it exists. I think government leaders should know about this. A lot of them dont care much about human rights. I c

spam mail filters do a pretty good job at keeping junk mail away from my InBox. But, I occasionally get a mail trying to sell me medici

ther unnecessary things. Its a crime. Even in rich countries, there are thousands of homeless. The government tries to sweep them un

o to bed. They have to get up the earliest to cook everyones breakfast. Then they have to do the dishes, start the washing, iron and th

nager moves on. Im not sure whether or not you can learn management. Of course there are things like MBAs that teach you this, but

marathons in the world, like the Boston or London marathon, but it would really be pretty much as a fun run. Most people who take pa

Thered be no police or courts to keep control. Law is very important. It keeps order in our society. Our laws started thousands of year

on the box, but is really 70 per cent water and sugar. Of course freshly squeezed juice is the best - you can really taste the fruit. One th

ing. One thing about home schooling I like is visiting museums or watching documentaries to learn more. This is so much better than le

f money for doing what they love. When theyre not singing or playing football, I wonder what theyre doing. I think most of the worlds

to respect our differences. I blame the media for a lot of hate crime. They are very good at highlighting particular groups of people and

is. Im happy because I didnt lose money in the financial crash. I think it would be interesting to invest in things like wine. I saw a TV p

full of angels with wings though. I think there are lots of heavenly places on Earth. Anywhere in the countryside is heaven to me. Sittin

n amazing success. Everyone was talking about it and Harry became an overnight phenomenon. Six more Harry Potter books followed a

gs before the Internet. I spend hours every day online. I think I spend a little too long. Im sure staring at a computer screen all day isn

okyo for the Korea-Japan Finals in 2002 the atmosphere was amazing for a whole month. The 2010 Finals are extra special because it

ch is a little embarrassing when I wear dark sweaters. I dont often have a bad hair day. This usually only happens when I have to meet

trying to control immigration. At election time, it is a major issue. Immigration today is big business. More and more people from poor

D cards are too much. They think the government is trying to control us too much. Im not sure thats true, but it is something to think

any information we want just by typing in what we want in the search box. I even like the Google home page. Its so simple. You know,

lly stay at home and do things near my house. I love going on picnics in local parks. Im English so I find it really interesting to see how

ul. You can still see much of the original wood and stone structure. Modern houses are also interesting. Its funny how they copy many o

gth of time isnt much fun. The worst thing was hospital food. I couldnt wait to get out and have some real food. The strange thing is th

the more intelligent they are. You need to be creative and imaginative to lie. There comes a stage in our lives when most of us stop lying. We are all told that its always b

dont really live. I often hear people saying to other, get a life. I agree with them. Dont wait and let life pass you by. Life is too short and you cant go back. I have a full

gative. If they wait, something good will happen in their lives. I do like to wish people good luck though. I think its a nice thing to say if someone has an interview or an ex

pecial computer language to work properly. I think language is amazing. It means we can tell anyone anything. I often think its a shame there are so many languages in t

on. Maybe after youve built your life around them youll find lots of faults in them and suddenly be disappointed. Then youll have to fa

a long time to make one magazine. And they are such great value for money. I like reading magazines that I would never usually buy. This happens when Im in a waiting

hter is infectious. Its amazing the things they find to laugh about. I think I heard somewhere that laughter is the best medicine. Thats so true. I also think a good laugh ke

s going on in the world. It can also be a dangerous profession. Of course, reporting in war zones is dangerous, but even reporting in the street carries risk. I'm sure many j

liver the punch line. Some of my jokes dont work with people from other countries. They dont get them. Its also interesting to see how American and British jokes are d

entaries on insects. I also love them. I think insects are fascinating. I can watch them for hours. I also love looking at them in zoos and museums. Its like looking at a tiny m

at people, inventions, disasters, etc that have brought us to this point in time. I now love any kind of history. Its fascinating to visit a n

came along and all they do is talk. If a crazy government wants to kill thousands of innocent civilians, no one can stop them. Genocide

Sometimes I think Im intelligent, but then I do something really dumb. Or I meet someone who is super-brainy who makes me feel unintelligent. One day, Im going to ta

e day without hearing someone say love. It is one of the most beautiful words in any language. Your heart can melt when someone says, I love you. Its also very impor

t school or work. I always really look forward to holidays even one-day holidays are great. I live in a country that has many national h

nning. They have to decide where to get married, who to invite, what kind of flowers, where to have the reception, and a million and on

ult to avoid. Research shows that stress is one of the biggest causes of heart attacks. The problem with this is that you get stressed, an

arts of Europe, gangs hang around on street corners and hassle anyone who walks by. Theres a lot of pressure for young people to join

The most important thing for Bhutans government is how happy the people are. What a fantastic idea this is. Imagine if governments f

m sure theyd do anything for me. Im sure theres nothing in the world that could stop us from being friends. Ive also made lots of othe

s, pumping millions of litres of blood around our body. It keeps working, even though we do so many bad things to it. It really is the sou

rstand why people would want to risk their money. Most of the time they lose it. The odds are always against you. Gambling causes so

ur bodys warning that too much alcohol is bad for you. When something is painful, you never do it again. Not so with a hangover. Whe

versatile you can eat them with so many things. You can even have a French Fries sandwich. People put all sorts of things on top of F

ople become very good at telling jokes. I always find it difficult to remember jokes. I dont understand jokes from other countries. I love comedy shows from England, bu

there should be huge fines for anyone caught with a gun. Too many innocent people are dying. The situation will only get worse. I think

places I lived. They never really felt like home. A home is somewhere you feel totally relaxed and want to come home to. The expression Home Sweet Home is also tru

fall over and twist your ankle or get stung by a bee. I have terrible memories of hiking when I was a child. My parents always wanted to get to the top of the mountain, a

God is a man or a woman. God is also different to different religions. Most people in the world pray to God. They ask for forgiveness w

te in food keeps changing. Sometimes my favourite is a dessert, but then I change my mind and go for a spicy curry. Its great that cou

nning, loads of hiking and played thousands of hours of football. Ive never injured my feet or my ankles. I sometimes get sore feet whe

ck, but Im too busy. The older you get, the more you worry about your health. One good thing is that Im eating more healthily now than ever before. I no longer have fa

ot all of those people will be lucky in love and have a nice financial surprise at the beginning of the month. Horoscopes are a part of many cultures. Every time I go to ano

and was amazed that people in those countries didnt have to pay when they went to hospital. He then went to Cuba. He went with lots of Americans who couldnt affor

h guns kill other students at school. No guns, no deaths. Guns are used in millions of crimes around the world. Gun crime is out of cont

wedding rings are gold. I know different countries prefer different types of gold. In Thailand, only 24 carat is good enough, but in Engl

ed. They say it is unsafe. I know in America GM food is everywhere. Another issue with food safety is food imports. A lot of imported fo

untry gardens are famous all over the world. The gardeners are like artists. Its amazing how they make everything so perfect and so c

ws exactly what to do and when to do it. Even the robots. Car factories are cool, but very noisy. A car assembly line is like a giant balle

ser is the artist. I have had a few disastrous haircuts usually when they cut too much off. I need a long fringe because my face is a strange shape. The best thing I like ab

ul part of the body, if they are well looked after. Its interesting to see how many different parts there are to our hands. We have a palm, fingers, knuckles, life lines, finge

ted to change us. The real breakthrough came in the latter half of last century. Geneticists cracked the genetic code and found ways of

t of furniture is rubbish. A lot of it you have to make yourself! Actually, I quite like that. I like wandering around IKEA and seeing what

ot sure if Ive been the subject of gossip. Im sure I wouldnt like it if I was. I have some friends who buy gossip magazines. They love celebrity gossip. Thats even worse t

n. First impressions count most when you meet someone important. If you have a job interview, its very important to give a good first

ve so close to your family members and feel apart from them? There is a lot of talk in the news about the breakdown of family life. Div

procession drive by, I start. The actual ceremony is almost unbearable. I have never learnt to control my sobs. If you hear someone sn

appen if there was no electricity. Wed have no TV, no computers, no traffic signals. It would be like going back to living in caves. There

the countryside. I love watching the crops grow in the fields. I watch them push their way up from the ground in the spring and then gr

g new roads. I find it very relaxing and great fun. I like the speed and the freedom. I even like driving in towns and cities, although not

ay calm too. The worst thing to do is panic. Once you panic, things become worse. Of course, it depends on the kind of emergency. For

han people in other countries. There are many countries in the world where people are like slaves. They cant leave the country, cant g

used. Todays kids seem to have access to all kinds of drugs. I dont know what the government should do about it. Some countries ha

means. She also told me one of the best ways to learn grammar is to read for pleasure. She said that way Ill keep seeing good grammar and it will slowly come to me. I th

have factories in Thailand; American computer companies employ thousands of people in China. Thats globalization. And dont forget the millions of call centre jobs in In

s a little childish that leaders are acting in this way. The future of our world is at risk and governments can only argue with each other. Many presidents and prime minist

angerous. They are involved in many crimes. They sell drugs, traffic children and run prostitution rings. Many gangsters control politicians and policemen. In fact, in many

re beautiful flowers. You also learn a lot about flowers, vegetables, shrubs and trees. Of course, gardening is also very practical. If you grow vegetables, you can eat what

t university was also a lot of fun. Id love to do all that again. Im not sure if Id call working fun. Theres not much fun in sitting at a desk and trying to please your boss. W

hen there are all the frustrations with programmes that freeze, web pages that dont open, and things you lose. I wonder why we get so frustrated. I think we could do th

of enemies put aside their differences for 90 minutes to play a football match. Then there are the teams, like Real Madrid, Manchester United and Liverpool. These name

e fish. I must confess that after watching the movie Finding Nemo I do now like clownfish. As well as looking at fish, I also love eating them. Tuna is my favourite, especi

errible, but I like it. There isnt enough legroom but I dont mind that. Many people also say they hate airplane food. I love it. The only

g in public. My face would go red and Id get very hot. I overcame this fear because I had to make many speeches at school. The more I

ould be able to feed so many people. Its a really difficult question. Some diseases in the world are really horrible and cause a lot of suf

ou die and go to heaven. In other countries you die and come back to Earth as something else. Some people celebrate peoples death b

lly strong laws against all forms of discrimination. Racism is horrible. What difference does it make what colour your skin is? The thing t

ng could go wrong and electrocute us. We could fall down the stairs or slip on the kitchen floor. And then when we leave our house, we e

where. Of course theyre not the same as real restaurants. I wonder if they are restaurants. There arent any waiters. Anyway, the most

their card details online. Lots of personal info gets stolen by fake sites pretending to be famous banks or online stores. Personally, I lov

o all kinds of animals. All the books I read said we came from apes. Scientists are still not sure how. Theres a missing link. When I thin

erell be a female world champion. You wait. I got into Formula One years ago. I loved the names of all the drivers. I watched a few Grands Prix on TV and then I was hook

happen is strange. I know lots of people who love fishing. They even get up at four oclock in the morning in the winter to sit in the freezing cold. They say the best time to

s! Keeping up with fashion is expensive these days. Everyone is into brand fashion. Have you seen how much the most fashionable sneakers are? How can kids afford tho

ult after a hard days work to come home and then prepare for your exercises. I really dont want to do it when Im getting changed. I h

ed egg or even have it sunny side up. You can have soft or hard-boiled eggs and fluffy scrambled eggs. There are also many things to p

ap, or even kill people to get money. There are many terrible crimes in the world. Perhaps the worst is ethnic cleansing. This is a crime

embarrassing. The simple truth is I love clothes and I love shopping. Maybe I have a problem. Im sure Id be a lot richer if I didnt buy so many clothes. I like brands, so th

ere probably nightmares rather than dreams. Usually it was some big, bad stranger chasing me. My dreams today are all very different

site direction, guaranteed. The funniest thing is asking for directions in another language. Im pretty good at saying where I want to go

ts car. Im saving up for a small car at the moment. Ill probably buy a hybrid car that is good for the environment. My brother thinks these are boring. He says a car shoul

worlds and cultures. A good book is one where you never want the story to end. I also like autobiographies because I think its interesting to read about peoples lives. En

er, or colder, or are having more and stronger hurricanes. We all need to do our bit so that climate change does not destroy us. Its important to cut down on things that

hey can further their education and go to higher education or university. In Japan, there are even private schools for babies to learn En

are very useful. They keep you company, they bark if a stranger comes near your house, and they fetch your slippers. Not all dogs are

change quickly. We need to study and keep up with all the changes. Ive had four different careers now. I like moving from one job to another. It means life never gets b

h I could donate blood to others. I cant. I know giving blood is really important, but Im not brave enough. One thing about blood I do find interesting is blood types. I thi

y much the only time of the day when you can really pamper yourself. It also means a lot of quality time to yourself. Its perfect for listening to music and reading a good

ent cultures have different kinds of art. Theres nothing better than visiting art galleries when you go to another country. I prefer more traditional art. I dont really under

nd money on beauty. I agree with the expression, beauty is only skin deep. This means that whats really important is someones heart and character, not what they lo

of golds, reds, yellows, browns and other autumnal colours. In America they call autumn fall because that is when the leaves fall from the trees. I like the coolness of au

orts is people watching. There are people from all over the world. I also like how everything fits and works together. You check your luggage in and then it disappears, be

en the United Nations cant persuade governments to give enough money to help the starving. Of course, there are good governments and bad ones. The bad ones often

mera fits in my pocket and takes great photos. I usually take a few photos every day and then put them online for my friends to see. The

movies. I also love airplane food. Many of my friends say its disgusting, but I love it. I often ask the passenger next to me if I can have the dessert or roll they dont want

tries spy on each other. If theres a war, its possible one country could attack the other countrys Internet. This would mean all commu

get tired of it. When I was small, I used to go to school discos. Id also dance at the parties my parents, friends and neighbours had. I

ive cosmetics dont actually make you look that different than really cheap ones. A lot depends too on your skill choosing the right co

sh, Ill never be able to use it when I need it. One thing I started doing recently was talking to myself. I have short conversations with myself. I think it works. I also make

d to eat something for an energy boost. I seem to have the same level of energy even if I eat nothing all day. The one thing that does affect my energy is the weather. A b

mails I get are interesting. I get loads of spam junk mail trying to sell me things I dont want. I also get lots of mail from people asking me to do stuff. Do this, do that, re

d tastes so good and eating it makes us feel very happy. Sometimes I feel like Im in heaven when Im eating especially chocolate fudge cheesecake. Yum. Eating is also

eople thought that there was something wrong with you if you were a divorcee. Today, its common to get through two, three, even more marriages. Perhaps people sh

haped. Other people want their wrinkles to disappear to make themselves look younger. People also go under the knife and have things

letting it melt. I love pushing the chocolate up against the roof of my mouth and then moving it all around. Yum. I eat chocolate every day. I know its bad for our teeth a

e smell. Same smell today. I cant wait for the day scientists invent something so we never need dentists. The strange thing is, when I was younger, I wanted to be a dent

o this problem. If I do lots of exercise, I can eat what I want and not have to worry about calories. I burn off 500 calories when I jog for an hour. This means I can have a pi

nd very kind. They never seem to panic or get angry. Every time Ive seen a doctor, he or she has always made me feel better not just because of their treatment, but als

n want to settle down in their thirties. I think being single later in life can be sad. All of your friends are married or attached and people tend to go out and party less. I thi

as. She does most of the Christmas shopping and wraps the presents. Of course, she also spends hours cooking Christmas dinner. Lets not forget the true meaning of Ch

because of the garbage everywhere. It seems a lot of people dont care. I think there should be big fines for polluters. I dont mind paying more for things if they can be m

still your special day. A lot of my friends think Im mad. They hate their birthdays because it means theyre another year older. I hope I get to celebrate my hundredth bi

t is making excuses. Im not at all surprised so many banks did badly in the credit crisis. I hope they change. Bankers get far too much money. All they do is desk work. Ba

out apartments are the lifts (Americans say elevator) and the fact theres no garden. More and more people are moving into apartments. This creates problems with ove

uge diamonds but they all cost an arm and a leg. One day Ill buy her a big diamond as a surprise. Nowadays you have to worry where diamonds come from. Many countr

e to follow it as it unfolds. Following current events makes you quite knowledgeable. I know most of the worlds capitals and most of the worlds leaders. Watching the n

imes busier than now if I didnt have a computer. Imagine having to find a piece of paper and an envelope and then walking down the street to mail a letter! I love my co

g on his advice to my own children. Right now I need some advice on money. My financial advisors are telling me to be very careful. Thats very sound advice. I would advise anyon

makes me smile. Watching them grow up is my greatest pleasure. In a way, its a little sad. I always want them to stay the age theyre at now. When they were 18 month

ried to break your bad habits? I have quit smoking and have stopped leaving things laying around the house. I wish other people would stop their bad habits. I get annoye

nia. I saw real wild animals in the wild. Everyone should do this once in their lives. Looking at animals in their natural habitat is a real honour. Now Im worried about the

g. Is BMW really The ultimate driving machine like they say in their ads? British Airways used to say they were The worlds favourite airline, but had to stop saying it b

e culture as me. When I went to America I understood Americans and Brits are very different people. Understanding the culture of other people is very important. It help

et to work. And thats it. I never drink coffee after lunchtime. If I do, I cant sleep at night. The only time I drink coffee in the evening is if I go to a nice restaurant. Coffee s

When I was at high school, you couldnt chicken out to not do something because of being scared. Things are different today - Im no spring chicken (that means Im n

th a lot of businesses its a real fight for survival. I really respect people for trying to make a go of their business. I dont have much business sense. I wouldnt know wher

and then in their holiday they are busy doing other things. I think we busy ourselves with too many things. We need to learn to relax and take things slowly. Even at work

pen. And then there are phobias. Millions of people are afraid of something that the rest of the world thinks is quite normal. How can you be afraid of things like peanut

ee a lot of avatars that are kind of cute and look like Japanese anime. One of the most popular things is to choose an animal as an avatar. I always take a long time to cho

ation. Of course, being married also has many wonderful sides to it. You have a lifelong friend who will love you forever. You share many wonderful times together and s

She would always play games with us and let us stay up late. She would send us to bed just before my parents came home. I know in some countries, babysitting isnt so

o drink to relax. They drink and just act and look stupid. Their face goes red and they cant walk in a straight line. Alcohol is also the most damaging drug in society. Thats

et needs is to be warm and have water and life will exist. There are billions and billions of planets in the universe, so there are probably millions and millions that have lif

y lucky. They get paid huge amounts of money to do what they love doing. My favourite actors are all dead now. I really like the actors in the old black and white movies

mes Ive hit my thumb with a hammer. Im also really good at standing up and hitting my head on something. Im not as bad as my friend though. Hes a real accident loo

rers. Im so looking forward to seeing my team play in South Africa. I know I will get a lump in my throat. Every time I see their blue an

of anyone and will even beat France to reach the next round. We can do it. Last year we only just lost to Brazil in the Confederations Cu

ecause of the skating. Its amazing watching the speeds the speed skaters reach theyre so fast. I also think the figure skaters put on

se them to see. Even though I want my body to be used for medical science, it feels a little strange to think that medical students will b

hough many people have changed their lifestyles, we are still damaging the ozone layer. We need to do something really drastic to stop this. We all need to stop driving

na win big. I also just found out the British rock group The Who are performing during the halftime show. I love those guys they really rock. All in all I think Super Bowl 4

ger picture. The worlds population is exploding, and explosions cause great damage. More and more people are living longer and longe

ange a lot. You have first impressions of someone thats your initial opinion. Then, as you get to know them, your opinions of them ca

n or one at a time. Im sure if you looked in any dictionary, youll find hundreds of useful things on one. If you want some really detailed info on the word or number o

nd Ill make a full recovery. I also think about how interesting it is. I like watching all the things the doctors and nurses do before the op

s out? Scientists are working on that right now. We need to do something because we use oil to power our cars, homes and factories. W

u can even let someone know enough is enough by saying OK. If you say something is OK, it means you dont really like or dislike it. In

Nowadays we have professional tennis and baseball stars playing in sports that arent really Olympic sports. I would love to see an Olympic games. Maybe Ill be lucky and

miserable. No money to enjoy yourself. Maybe not even enough money to eat, pay bills or go to the hospital. Thats scary. The other thi

hen I was growing up, I had a balanced diet. I also spent most of my free time outdoors. I spent hours every day on my bike or playing football. Kids today hardly go outsi

lluted. Many fish species are in danger of dying. The coral reefs in our oceans are also in danger. We really need to think more about ou

Today, nuclear weapons are a hundred times more powerful. Its scary to think how much harm one nuclear bomb could cause. Even s

eapons. A few years ago I wanted to get into nursing. I met some nurses who told me not to. They said the job involved too many hours, too much paperwork and not en

n England caught radiation sickness. I think things are safer now. Many countries trust nuclear energy. France and Japan each has doze

out numbers. Most of the world cannot function without the numbers zero and one. These are the two numbers computers use to run th

e size of my face. When people talk about why other people are beautiful or handsome, no one says, because he or she has a nice nose

quite often pollution. Its stuff that makes our surroundings unpleasant. I wonder if there is any kind of noise that is good noise. The very word noise has a negative me

ht is very different from the country. All you can do in the country is look at the night sky or sit around a fire. Everything stops at night

er win such a prize, but I can study more. Some of the Nobel Prize winners of the past are really famous. Einstein and Mother Theresa are perhaps the most famous. I wa

e to go to a club or go on a trip. I wonder how many ways there are of saying no. Sometimes you can say no when you really mean

k in front of their house. It sounds easier than it is. I think a long time ago there was a lot of neighbourliness. Families lived near each o

phoons, flooding, volcanoes, all kinds of things. They are lucky they have the money to deal with them. There are countries in Africa that arent rich. When a natural disas

and China, there is no middle name. I think its interesting how people choose a name. I really dont understand naming a baby after a

ot in the country of their new nationality. Nationality unfairly decides how successful youll be in life. If youre born in a rich country, youll get a good education. If youre

polish remover. I really dont know why they waste their time going for manicures. It must be really boring sitting there, watching som

till. When the anthem finishes, people start walking again. In other countries Ive been to, they play the national anthem in cinemas be

exist? Perhaps the biggest mystery of all is whether aliens exist. Scientists have spent billions of dollars working on this. I find people he

exist? Perhaps the biggest mystery of all is whether aliens exist. Scientists have spent billions of dollars working on this. I find people he

Another instrument Id like to play is the guitar. I still want to be a rock star, although Im a bit old now. I suppose its never too old though to learn to play something. I ha

s of music, from classical and opera to jazz, rock and world music. Im always looking for something new. Sometimes I hear a song or piece of music on the TV or radio. I

ums on school trips. I loved them. I saw so many amazing things. I will never forget seeing the bones of a T-Rex in the natural history m

. I hope it is not something that will stay with the human race forever. What is the correct punishment for murder? In some societies it

led the most multicultural city on Earth. A city like Tokyo isnt so multicultural. I think multiculturalism is a great thing. Its fantastic wa

f mp3 downloads. Its much easier than going to a record store. Im wondering what happens after mp3s. Whats next? Im sure one day people will laugh at how old tec

ps. Mothers still do motherly things even when we are old and she is really old. It is very sad to hear that someones mother has died. I

ies have such good computer graphics that we forget how special the effects are. One of my favourite ways of relaxing is to rent the latest DVD and sit on the sofa with a

d by mountains. There are so many things you can do in the mountains. Some people like climbing them or jumping off them with a pa

ugh man has walked on the Moon, not everyone agrees on its colour. In Japan, and perhaps in other countries too, they think its yellow

ail, corruption, slave labour and a lot more terrible things. Another common saying in English is money cant buy happiness. Im not s

and queen. Take the United Kingdom, for example. Around 80 per cent of British people support their monarchy. I suppose its good for tourism. I wouldnt say no to bei

t they can also be a nuisance. Theres nothing worse than talking to someone and then they ignore you for ten minutes while they answ

e. Most people are jealous of other people who have a better lifestyle. Those people should stop for a minute and think about the poor people in the world, or those ca

ero to be successful. This is unhealthy. The sad thing is that many normal girls want to look like a model so they end up having health p

erience with sour milk, which turned me off of it. I remember drinking it again when I was a teenager and liking it. Now I think its one

et. Most of the worlds computers use the Explorer browser to connect to the Web. Millions of us use Hotmail to send e-mails. Millions m

ng up new mental health problems we suffer from. What we all need is to take a step back and slow down. That will be good for our mental health. We need to laugh mo

also a good way of relieving stress. The thing I most like about meditation is that it makes you calm. All the people I know who meditat

ce on my life perhaps as much as my friends. I think literature is really powerful. It can help us understand other cultures. Recently, I we never get over it. You can fall in love in an instant. We use the expression fall in love at first sight for this. We can also be head

human. They helped with the shopping, cooked and did the washing up, and they even cried. We do need men. They are better at reading maps than women and mens s

emember playing in the sand and eating it. I dont remember my mother getting angry though. My most wonderful memory is a holiday

m the worlds danger zones. Unfortunately, many reporters are killed while they are covering a war. The media make us feel we are par

e books. They can sit there for hours pulling the books off the shelves. I really spent a lot of time in the library at university. It was whe

nd this helps me get more knowledge. Even though I think I know quite a lot, I always meet people who are really knowledgeable. It se

orry about the safety of medicines. I read too many times about side effects. How can doctors be sure that the medicines we take one d

before we are two. We learn how to play and do all the everyday things people do. Most people think learning only begins at school. Im

I remember my first kiss. It was very exciting. I was nervous though because I kept thinking if I was doing it right. Some people say th

early. I always smile when I walk into the interview room. First impressions are very important. Its also a good idea to talk about your

stood why men wear jewelry, especially thick gold chains. A lot of jewelry is dangerous. I often think if ear-rings catch on something, th

rload. Im sure before computers came along this didnt happen. One problem with computers is the amount of personal information on

ave no idea how they brought it under control. Inflation in my country is OK at the moment. The government is worried about prices go

maths teacher, another was because I sat at the back of the class, and another was I talked a lot. I still like maths and know I would be good at it again if I studied. I did st

that are directed at children make my blood boil especially the McDonalds ads that do not mention food, but show lots of free, cheap

English made my listening better. Its a lot more interesting than my listening CDs. I have one piece of advice for students who want to

rship. In many countries around the world, there are corrupt leaders. They do not have good leadership skills, they simply control peopl

o stop. Instead of meat, there are other things we could have. Dairy products would give us the protein we need. I know a lot of people who could never give up meat. Th

ry year in another country. I havent got that lifestyle yet because I havent got enough money. Im a little jealous of my friends lifestyle. She has everything and is alway

ove someone and want to stay together forever, why not get married? I think marriage adds a lot to a couples life, from the wedding da

are much about human rights. I cant believe its the twenty-first century and human rights is still an issue in pretty much all of the wo

et a mail trying to sell me medicine. The most dangerous kind of junk mail is called phishing. Thats when a criminal fakes an e-mail to

vernment tries to sweep them under the carpet. They want to pretend the problem doesnt exist. The worlds richest countries spend bi

es, start the washing, iron and then go shopping to buy the food. Before their children go to school, the housewife has to make their pa

ke MBAs that teach you this, but in the end, management is all about how you deal with people. If you have a personality that cant res

fun run. Most people who take part in these well-known international marathons only do so for fun. I think to be a marathon runner, yo

ur laws started thousands of years ago. Many of todays laws were made centuries ago. New laws need to be made every day. Especially

u can really taste the fruit. One thing I love about going to another country is trying different kinds of juice. Tropical countries have all k

ore. This is so much better than learning in school. I think my learning at school suffered because there were many kids who didnt wan

doing. I think most of the worlds heroes are unsung heroes. People who work to help others every day. We generally dont notice thes

ng particular groups of people and casting them in a negative light. Just look at whats happened since the 9/11 attacks in New York. Ha

t in things like wine. I saw a TV programme once. Wine goes up and up and up in price. You really can make a lot of money. I think inv

ountryside is heaven to me. Sitting on a beach with blue skies is also heaven. You can even be in heaven in the city. Walking into a cool

ore Harry Potter books followed and they all became best sellers. People went crazy over every new book. My friends waited overnight

g at a computer screen all day isnt good for my eyes. I think its also making me fat. I need to exercise a little more. The only thing I d

Finals are extra special because its the first time for them to be in Africa. Im sure it will be a great success. And who will win? I think A

nly happens when I have to meet someone important. My hair sticks out all over the place. I hate it. I always think everyone is looking

More and more people from poor countries want to live in rich countries. It is easier to travel nowadays because of cheap transport and

true, but it is something to think about. In this day and age, when immigration is a problem, I think ID cards might be useful. Some co

e page. Its so simple. You know, I cant remember the last time a day went by when I didnt use Google for something. I wonder what

nd it really interesting to see how Japanese people have picnics. Very different from picnics in England. Many people have the whole we

. Its funny how they copy many of the features of older houses. I love looking at houses when I travel. Every country has its own speci

real food. The strange thing is that I really like watching TV dramas and movies about hospitals. It feels like I know everything thats g

top lying. We are all told that its always better to tell the truth. Not all of us do this though. There are many very intelligent people who lie. We even trust them to run ou short and you cant go back. I have a full life. I dont live life in the fast lane, but I do make sure I do things so that when I look back on my life, I wont have any regrets.

o say if someone has an interview or an exam. But, people pass exams and interviews because they studied hard or spoke well, not because of luck. In England people thi

a shame there are so many languages in the world. If there was only one language, we could all communicate better. Perhaps that way, wed all understand one another

appointed. Then youll have to fall out of love. Anyway, is it really love at first sight or is it love at first conversation? And what if the ot

buy. This happens when Im in a waiting room. I like flicking through the magazine rack and looking through the magazine. I dont care if its in another language. The pic

Thats so true. I also think a good laugh keeps you healthy. A few people I know belong to a laughter club. They stand around in circles and laugh. Yes, laughter really is on

g in the street carries risk. I'm sure many journalists have many experiences of angry people they try to interview, or even of other journalists who get angry. When I watc

see how American and British jokes are different. I listen to American comedians but cant see whats funny. I also love practical jokes. Playing jokes on other people is v

s and museums. Its like looking at a tiny miniature world. I think if I was insect-sized, life would be pretty scary. Or even worse, what if one day there were giant insects r

history. Its fascinating to visit a new country and learn about its history. Watching the news today is like seeing history unfold. Lots of

no one can stop them. Genocide is the biggest shame in our history. Countries go to war because of oil, but not to stop innocent people

eel unintelligent. One day, Im going to take one of those intelligence tests to measure my IQ. Another thing I dont get about intelligence is how people think our leaders

eone says, I love you. Its also very important to tell people you love them. You should do it every day. There are many different kinds of love and they are all important.

country that has many national holidays, so theres always a break around the corner. I feel sorry for some workers who only get two o

e reception, and a million and one other things. Getting married can be a very expensive occasion. Some parents save all their lives to

h this is that you get stressed, and then you worry about your heart, which makes it beat faster and gives you more stress, which then

pressure for young people to join a gang. If a young person doesnt join a gang, they might be bullied at school. The government alwa

this is. Imagine if governments focused on making us all happy. They could spend money on beaches and free ice cream instead of figh

iends. Ive also made lots of other good friends from university and the different places Ive worked. They are also important to me. We

ad things to it. It really is the source of our life. We need to promise our heart every day that well look after it properly. I think kids bo

against you. Gambling causes so many social problems Im surprised governments allow it. In some countries it is illegal to gamble. Thi

ain. Not so with a hangover. When people have a hangover, they often drink again the next day. This makes your original hangover mu

e put all sorts of things on top of French fries. I love ketchup and mayonnaise on my fries both together. You have to have salt. The o

es. I love comedy shows from England, but I cant see whats funny when I watch American comedies. I guess humour is different, even with people who speak the same

uation will only get worse. I think if a politician stands up and argues for any kind of gun control, he or she will win the next election. Im

xpression Home Sweet Home is also true. You have to have nice feelings about it to call it home. Home doesnt have to be in your home country. Ive lived in several co

anted to get to the top of the mountain, and then the next mountain top, and then the next. No matter how much we complained, they always said: Its not far. Never b

God. They ask for forgiveness when they do something wrong; they thank God for bringing good things and ask for Gods help when th

r a spicy curry. Its great that countries have so many different dishes. Do you think your national dish is best? Nowadays we have to be

es. I sometimes get sore feet when I go shopping. That seems to be the only thing my feet dont like. That and new shoes. New shoes u

now than ever before. I no longer have fast food and midnight snacks. I also sleep a lot more. Ive read that getting seven or eight hours sleep every night is one of the be

rt of many cultures. Every time I go to another country I see the horoscope in magazines. I have a friend who has the same star sign as me. Our lives and fortunes are very

with lots of Americans who couldnt afford healthcare in America. Amazingly, the Cuban hospitals treated them all for free and gave them medicine. They were so happy

he world. Gun crime is out of control in many countries. The societies in which guns are illegal have very little gun crime. The problem is

carat is good enough, but in England, people buy a lot of 9-carat gold. It seems like we have always loved gold. Think how many storie

ood imports. A lot of imported food has made people ill. Our government bans a lot of food from certain countries. This is a good idea.

ke everything so perfect and so colourful. I can sit in or walk through an English garden all day. I also like Japanese gardens. They also

assembly line is like a giant ballet dance with everything moving perfectly together. Its quite easy to visit factories. All you have to do

is a strange shape. The best thing I like about haircuts is having a chat to the hairdresser. He or she can usually talk about anything and everything. I also like the smell of

e a palm, fingers, knuckles, life lines, fingertips and the back of our hand. There are lots of good things you can do with your hands. I like holding hands of course with m

e genetic code and found ways of altering our genes. Now they can clone animals and reproduce human tissue and organs. I dont think

ng around IKEA and seeing what they have. You can pay extra to have the guys assemble your furniture for you, but I like doing it mys

love celebrity gossip. Thats even worse than office gossip. At least with office gossip you know the people. Any time someone comes to me to tell me the latest piece of

ery important to give a good first impression. The interviewer can decide if they like you as soon as you walk through the door. Are you

the breakdown of family life. Divorce is rising everywhere in the world. This means single parents have less time to spend with their ch

my sobs. If you hear someone sniffing non stop, thats me. The music at funerals is unnecessarily sad. Ive told my friends I want sals

oing back to living in caves. There are a few negative points about electricity, of course. Number one, its dangerous. Thousands of peop

ground in the spring and then grow tall in the summer sun. Just before autumn arrives, the farmer harvests them and then winter com in towns and cities, although not when traffic is really heavy. Its not much fun being stuck in a traffic jam half the day. Driving in diffe

ds on the kind of emergency. For really serious emergencies, you should call the emergency services. Thats 999 in the UK or 911 in oth

y cant leave the country, cant get a passport, and have to work 16 hours a day. I wonder what a society would be like if everyone was

ld do about it. Some countries have legalized drugs like marijuana, but others have made it a crime to possess even the smallest amou

ammar and it will slowly come to me. I think the best way to learn grammar is to write and let my teacher point out my mistakes. Do you have any good tips on how to le

forget the millions of call centre jobs in India that workers in America and Europe used to do. Globalization also means it is easier to work in another country. Is globaliza

other. Many presidents and prime ministers tell us that technology is the answer. They say future scientists will find solutions to save the planet. This is a big gamble. I ho

politicians and policemen. In fact, in many countries around the world, gangsters become politicians. The funny thing is, even now, when I look at gangster movies, I still t

If you grow vegetables, you can eat what you grow. Vegetables picked fresh from your garden really do taste better than the ones in the shops. Gardening is good for yo

at a desk and trying to please your boss. Weekends are fun though. I always try to have as much fun as I can at the weekend. Having fun is the best way to relieve the stre

we get so frustrated. I think we could do things better if we relaxed and did everything slowly. I wonder if animals and birds get frustrated. Im sure a lot of the things we h

hester United and Liverpool. These names are more well known across the world than the top basketball or baseball teams. A famous coach once said: Football isnt a m

eating them. Tuna is my favourite, especially raw tuna. When I visit Japan, the first thing I do is go to a sushi restaurant. Raw fish is so much tastier than cooked fish. And

airplane food. I love it. The only thing I dont like about flying is turbulence. I think thats really scary. I always worry the plane will cra

ny speeches at school. The more I did this, the more my public speaking fear disappeared. People are afraid of many strange things. Did

ally horrible and cause a lot of suffering. It would be great if scientists found cures for those. Scientists have already found a cure for ma

people celebrate peoples death because they had a good life. In other countries, death is a sad and dark affair. I know of many countri

at colour your skin is? The thing that surprises me is that even in the most cosmopolitan cities, racism is everywhere. Sexual discrimina

en when we leave our house, we enter a dangerous world. Cars travelling at speed, people holding cigarettes, construction workers with

t any waiters. Anyway, the most important thing to remember about fast food is that it isnt so healthy. People who eat it every day de

or online stores. Personally, I love credit cards. I always prefer to pay by card than by cash. When you use your card, you get air miles

heres a missing link. When I think about it now, the theory of evolution is a clever concept. The man who thought of it, Charles Darwin

ew Grands Prix on TV and then I was hooked. I never miss a race on TV. One day, Id really like to go to a circuit and watch a Grand Prix live. I guess Monaco would be bes

he freezing cold. They say the best time to fish is before the sun comes up. I say theyre crazy. Big game fishing looks good. I like the idea of cruising on a boat near Hawa

ble sneakers are? How can kids afford those? The craziest fashion is the luxury brands. People spend a months salary, or more, on a handbag or watch. Thats crazy. Im

it when Im getting changed. I hate the warm-up stretching. I also hate the first few minutes of a run, swim or cycle. But then once m

s. There are also many things to put on top of eggs mayonnaise, ketchup, salt, soy sauce. Each country has something different. I like

s ethnic cleansing. This is a crime against humanity. Many people are killed because of their colour or religion. People who commit this c

t buy so many clothes. I like brands, so the clothes I buy are quite expensive. One day Im going to have a big clearout. Ill take all the clothes I no longer wear and give th

reams today are all very different. Sometimes Im speaking in another language in my dream. The ones I dont like are the ones where

ood at saying where I want to go, but when I receive the directions, I understand nothing. I nod my head and smile and say thank you

inks these are boring. He says a car should be powerful and fast. I dont agree. I think cars should get you from A to B and be big enough for me and my friends. I also pre

teresting to read about peoples lives. Encyclopedias are cool too you can learn everything about everything in these. I still prefer books to the Internet. Books need to

Its important to cut down on things that produce greenhouse gasses. These warm the planet and change the climate. Doing simple things like turning off lights and recy

ate schools for babies to learn English. Its a shame that in many rich countries, many children dont want to learn. Perhaps schools nee

h your slippers. Not all dogs are nice, though. Some are dangerous. I get sad when I read in the paper about children being attacked b

job to another. It means life never gets boring. Its much better to keep learning different things in different careers. I have no idea what career Ill choose next. Perhaps

d I do find interesting is blood types. I think your blood type can affect your personality. I know that in some countries, people with blood type A would not be a good ro

for listening to music and reading a good book. The only thing I dont like about bath time is when I fall asleep and the water goes cold. Or even worse when you want

r more traditional art. I dont really understand a lot of modern art. I look at an exhibit of a pile of bricks in a museum but cant see how its art. I always laugh when my c

es heart and character, not what they look like on the outside. Its a little strange, and unfair, that you have to be beautiful to be a top actress or even a news reader on

ll from the trees. I like the coolness of autumn. Summer is over but you can still wear a T-shirt just about. You can also spend hours outdoors without sweating. Autum

your luggage in and then it disappears, before you see it again at the next airport. I still think airports need improving. Theres not a lot to do there. Airports really need to

nments and bad ones. The bad ones often let their own people starve. The leaders steal the countrys money. Some countries have a famine but their state TV tells peopl

m online for my friends to see. The best thing about digital cameras is that they are so easy to use. Its childs play. The good thing is th

n have the dessert or roll they dont want. The only thing I dont like about planes is turbulence. When the airplane hits those air pockets, I always worry well crash. But

rnet. This would mean all communication, transport, etc would stop. It would cause huge damage to hospitals and other important buil

ts, friends and neighbours had. I dont think Ill ever stop dancing. I also love looking at dancing. Ballet is beautiful. Dances from all ov

your skill choosing the right colours to match your face, and how you put your make-up on. I sometimes laugh at the ladies selling c

with myself. I think it works. I also make short stories about people and say them aloud. I do this in my room, of course. People would think Im crazy if I did it in class or

does affect my energy is the weather. A bright, sunny day gives me lots of energy. A dull, rainy day makes me feel less energetic. I also have a lot of energy if Im doing so

asking me to do stuff. Do this, do that, reply ASAP. Its too much sometimes. The one good thing about e-mail is that you can get things done quickly. I can e-mail a comp

ate fudge cheesecake. Yum. Eating is also a great social activity. I love eating with my family, with my friends or even at work. Eating can also be an international experien

even more marriages. Perhaps people should think a bit more before they get married. Divorce is pretty hard on children. When a divorce gets ugly, the kids really suffer

o under the knife and have things made bigger or smaller. I think this is a waste of money. I'm not the best-looking person in the world

every day. I know its bad for our teeth and makes us fat, but I dont care. I prefer to think about the health benefits of chocolate. Ive read many articles that say chocol

hen I was younger, I wanted to be a dentist. I thought it would be good to treat people just like me. I felt I would understand others who have the same fear. I think I wou

og for an hour. This means I can have a pizza and dessert and not feel guilty. I wish there was more information about calories in restaurants. It would make it easier for

ot just because of their treatment, but also because of their kindness. It must be amazing being a doctor and knowing all kinds of stuff about the human body. It would b

people tend to go out and party less. I think being single when youre old would be very lonely. The longer you stay single, the harder it becomes to settle down. In some

r. Lets not forget the true meaning of Christmas, though. It is not about shopping and Christmas trees and Frosty the Snowman. Its all about love for each other and pe

nd paying more for things if they can be made with less pollution. The problem is that companies are more interested in profits than pollution. We have only just started

I hope I get to celebrate my hundredth birthday. Im not sure if I can blow out 100 candles though. When I look back at all my birthdays, its difficult to choose the best. I

much money. All they do is desk work. Banks need to focus a lot more on real customer service. At the moment banks only offer an excuse for customer service. They don

artments. This creates problems with overcrowding. There arent enough spaces to park your car, theres nowhere to throw your rubbish and you have to wait ages to re

where diamonds come from. Many countries sell diamonds to buy guns and tanks. These are called blood diamonds. If you buy a diamond, make sure it has a certificate s

ost of the worlds leaders. Watching the news is really looking at history happening now. But you never know whats going to happen next. Every time you turn on the ne

wn the street to mail a letter! I love my computer. It makes everything in my life so convenient. Sure, it freezes and crashes sometimes. Sure I lose some data. But thats n

ats very sound advice. I would advise anyone to do the same. Someone asked me the other day about the worst piece of advice Ive ever had. I couldnt answer. I dont think Ive h

heyre at now. When they were 18 months old, I thought that was the cutest age. I thought the same when they were two, and then three and then four. I guess however

e would stop their bad habits. I get annoyed when people are late for meetings or talk loudly on their phones in public. I also think many motorists need to think about th

real honour. Now Im worried about the future of many animals. Some of my favourite animals are in danger of dying out. We really need to change our lifestyle so our c

vourite airline, but had to stop saying it because it wasnt true. Personally, I get tired of watching ads on television. They always interrupt a good programme. I like ads in

of other people is very important. It helps us all to get along. If everyone really tried to learn about other cultures, the world would be a more peaceful place. The world

ning is if I go to a nice restaurant. Coffee seems a lot more complicated these days. When I was younger it was just coffee. Now its latte, frappucino and all kinds of othe

y - Im no spring chicken (that means Im no longer young) so no one calls me a chicken any more. I work now - as a teacher. I get chicken feed (low wages) but I like my jo

uch business sense. I wouldnt know where to start in opening my own business. I suppose the best thing would be to look at business startups on the Internet. An online

relax and take things slowly. Even at work we have to look busy, even if were not. When the boss comes, we tell our friends, Look busy! Thats silly. It would be great if

w can you be afraid of things like peanut butter? Theres actually a fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth. Amazing. Fear is sometimes good. It makes u

n avatar. I always take a long time to choose my avatar. It's important to make one I really like. It has to be funny. I also like avatars that move. All of the best avatars I've

are many wonderful times together and support each other through good and bad times. And you grow old together and look back on years of happy memories. I think b

ow in some countries, babysitting isnt so common. It isnt part of the culture. I suppose thats not such a bad thing. I read a lot in the papers nowadays about babysitters

he most damaging drug in society. Thats what I think, anyway. Alcohol causes many illnesses, traffic accidents, fights and domestic violence. If you banned alcohol, peop

robably millions and millions that have life. Alien life. Its also likely that some of the aliens are much more intelligent than we are. I wonder what wed do if really intellig

e actors in the old black and white movies. They all looked so cool. Actors in the old days seemed to be more glamorous than todays actors. The best thing about being a

my friend though. Hes a real accident looking for somewhere to happen. Almost every time we meet, he has some story to tell about his latest accident. Hes quite unbel

oat. Every time I see their blue and white striped shirts, I get excited. I think we have the best soccer kit in the world. As our coach Osc

to Brazil in the Confederations Cup. We will go a stage further in June. We have some of the worlds top players. They play in the Englis

so think the figure skaters put on a fantastic show. Another winter Olympic event I like is the luge I think people have to be crazy to

think that medical students will be cutting me up. I know in other parts of the world there are many people who dont like the idea of o

c to stop this. We all need to stop driving cars and stop using coal. That would be a start.

y really rock. All in all I think Super Bowl 44 will be totally awesome.

people are living longer and longer. We have better medicines. Our scientists have found cures to many diseases. There are many reaso

w them, your opinions of them can change for better or worse. Whose opinion is right? I suppose its the person who is strongest. The

ally detailed info on the word or number one, go to Wikipedia.com. One really is one useful word.

ctors and nurses do before the operation. Im really nervous, but its like being in the middle of a TV documentary. I once had an opera

our cars, homes and factories. Whatever we replace oil with must be better for the environment. I dont think oil-producing countries a

ou dont really like or dislike it. In fact, sometimes, if you say, Hes OK or Shes OK, it means you dont really like them. I think okay

n Olympic games. Maybe Ill be lucky and get a chance to see the London games in 2012 .

spital. Thats scary. The other thing I worry about is being in good health. Especially my mental health. I imagine Ill be happy in my ol

aying football. Kids today hardly go outside. They are glued to one kind of screen or another TV, computer or games console.

eally need to think more about our oceans. We have to protect the life in them, or we might die. I love the ocean. I love the sound, the

nuclear bomb could cause. Even scarier, is what happens if terrorists get hold of nuclear weapons. I fear for our future. One day, all cou

y hours, too much paperwork and not enough pay. Thats sad. We cant afford to treat nurses so badly.

. France and Japan each has dozens of nuclear power stations. I think its probably a good idea. We really need to stop using fossil fuels

numbers computers use to run their programmes. I dont think numbers were always so important. Maybe 500 years ago, we only had

because he or she has a nice nose, or oooh, his (or her) nose is just soooo sexy. I suppose if you really dont like your nose, you can

. The very word noise has a negative meaning. But if you say sound, it has a different meaning. I love the sound of babies laughing.

d a fire. Everything stops at night in the country and people sleep very early. Except for insects. Night time can be very noisy because o

heresa are perhaps the most famous. I was shocked to learn Gandhi never won the Nobel Peace Prize.

n say no when you really mean yes. Other times, no means no. I also like this small word because it fits into some interesting phra

rliness. Families lived near each other for generations. Its different today. New families come and go. They never get to know each oth

rica that arent rich. When a natural disaster hits them, everyone suffers terribly.

nderstand naming a baby after a famous actor or sports star. Thats silly. I think names should have a meaning. In the West, people do

ntry, youll get a good education. If youre born in a poor country, you might not even get basic human rights.

boring sitting there, watching someone paint your nails. Nail art is now big business. People have become millionaires opening nail art s

e national anthem in cinemas before a movie starts. I really like hearing my national anthem played at the Olympics. That means my c

s working on this. I find people here on Earth to be a mystery. I can never understand why people behave the way they do. Even the pe

s working on this. I find people here on Earth to be a mystery. I can never understand why people behave the way they do. Even the pe

old though to learn to play something. I havent given up hope.

ng or piece of music on the TV or radio. I have to find out who it is. Do you do that? Im sure Ill keep collecting CDs or mp3s until Im a hundred. Perhaps I wont be able

of a T-Rex in the natural history museum. I also remember staring at Tutankhamens gold mask for ages. I couldnt take my eyes off of

t for murder? In some societies it is just a few years in prison. In others it is the death penalty. But there are some countries that dont

m is a great thing. Its fantastic walking out of your door and seeing other cultures. This didnt happen when I was young. People didnt u one day people will laugh at how old technology mp3s are.

hat someones mother has died. I remember this happening to some children in my class at school. I cant imagine how children grow u the latest DVD and sit on the sofa with a big bag of potato chips. The sound has to be up to the max and the lights have to be off.

em or jumping off them with a parachute. This is not for me. I just like going for a walk and having a picnic. Theres nothing better than

ountries too, they think its yellow. Of course, the Moon is white. One day, well probably have holidays on the Moon. Id totally love tha

ey cant buy happiness. Im not so sure about this one. I know if I had loads of money Id be pretty happy. I think if all the worlds mon

good for tourism. I wouldnt say no to being part of a royal family.

u for ten minutes while they answer their phone. I have even seen people on a date and one person chats on the phone for 30 minutes.

the poor people in the world, or those caught up in wars. Those people dont worry about lifestyles; they just worry about life.

el so they end up having health problems. I suppose the life of a model is glamorous. The supermodels fly all over the world. They walk

and liking it. Now I think its one of the most refreshing drinks you can drink. Just looking at its whiteness makes me feel healthy. I like

Hotmail to send e-mails. Millions more play games using Microsofts X-Box. In the future, therell probably be a lot more Microsoft stuff t our mental health. We need to laugh more and care more. If we dont do this, well all have mental health problems.

ll the people I know who meditate are always relaxed and easygoing. They never worry about anything. I think we should learn how to

rstand other cultures. Recently, I have read a lot of Indian literature, in English, of course. The books I read have totally changed my im

t for this. We can also be head over heels in love, which is a strange expression. We dont just love each other. We can love cars, cho

at reading maps than women and mens sports are more exciting than womens sports.

st wonderful memory is a holiday to Mexico when I was ten. I remember every sound and smell so clearly. When I look at our family ph

e media make us feel we are part of the world. We become experts on other countries and on the big news stories. The media also brin

e library at university. It was where I spent most of my time. This is where I really learnt how useful libraries are. I spent hours every

ho are really knowledgeable. It seems some people know everything about everything. They are just like walking encyclopedias. I wond

that the medicines we take one day wont make us ill later in life. A lot of what goes into medicine isnt natural. Im a big believer in na

learning only begins at school. Im not sure about this. Are we really learning, or are we just memorizing things? I think a lot of learnin

doing it right. Some people say there is an art to kissing. Im not so sure. If you love someone enough, youll be artistic enough. One th

so a good idea to talk about your experiences - sell yourself. Make sure you have a few good questions to ask at the end of the intervie

f ear-rings catch on something, theyll rip your ears. Some rings that women wear are also dangerous. They could cause serious damag

mount of personal information online. I worry about putting confidential info on different websites. Of course the great thing about com

nment is worried about prices going up. Me too. Inflation seems to be the thing economists worry about most. They do everything they

uld be good at it again if I studied. I did statistics when I was at university and loved that.

ood, but show lots of free, cheap toys. I also hate viral marketing thats when you receive spam mail trying to sell you something. I a

f advice for students who want to improve their listening. That is to listen to the same thing again and again. You understand more eve

p skills, they simply control people by fear. Good leadership is being respected by everyone and getting the job done. Its important to people who could never give up meat. They always say it would be impossible to go without a big, juicy steak. lifestyle. She has everything and is always going out and having fun.

couples life, from the wedding day itself, right through to all of the anniversaries. Unmarried people miss out on these special occasion

ssue in pretty much all of the worlds countries. The most powerful countries even attack each other for abusing human rights. I hope o

hen a criminal fakes an e-mail to make it look like its sent from a bank. It looks exactly the same as a banks mail. The mail asks you t

worlds richest countries spend billions of dollars on weapons, but cant make sure people have a roof over their head. This is disgusting

e housewife has to make their packed lunches. I reckon cooking three meals a day every single day can be pretty tiring. Afternoons are

u have a personality that cant respect people and treat them fairly, you cant be a good manager. I have worked for some terrible man

hink to be a marathon runner, you need to train and run a hundred kilometres a week. I wonder what its like to be in the lead in the O

to be made every day. Especially in todays world, where the Internet is so important. Its very difficult to keep laws up to date with ne

uice. Tropical countries have all kinds of really delicious juice. One time I remember trying sugar cane juice. I was in heaven. Its a sha

e were many kids who didnt want to learn. I could have got better marks if I had stayed at home. Perhaps therell be more home schoo

y. We generally dont notice these heroes. Then there are those who put their lives on the line for others. Fire fighters, police officers an

the 9/11 attacks in New York. Hate has increased in the world and the media seems to fuel this. Im glad I live in a country that has law

make a lot of money. I think investing in property nowadays is risky. I also know a lot of people who now owe lots of money on the ho

en in the city. Walking into a cool, air-conditioned building from a hot, sweaty street is heaven. I also find heaven in food. A double cho

ook. My friends waited overnight outside a bookstore to make sure they got their copy of the latest book. My friends are 40 years old! H

se a little more. The only thing I dont like about the Internet is that it can be dangerous. I dont really like putting my personal informa

ccess. And who will win? I think Argentina will lift the trophy. Lionel Messi will show why hes world player of the year. But, I wouldnt be

always think everyone is looking at me, or looking at my misbehaving hair. I often wonder what it would be like if we had no hair - if w

s because of cheap transport and more open borders. People risk their lives to get the chance of starting a new life in a rich country. Th

D cards might be useful. Some countries are using ID cards as a one-stop card for everything. The card is your driving license, medical

le for something. I wonder what Google will be like in the future. Only those at Google know. The strange thing about the Internet is th

. Many people have the whole week off work to celebrate the different holidays. The Emperors birthday and Constitution Day are impo

. Every country has its own special designs, from Japan to Arabia to Greece. Nowadays people are building eco-friendly houses. They w

els like I know everything thats going on. I wouldnt like to work in a hospital though. I hate the smell and the sight of blood. Ill do my

ple who lie. We even trust them to run our country. Ive lost count of the number of politicians who have been caught lying.

ack on my life, I wont have any regrets.

not because of luck. In England people think theyll have seven years of bad luck if they break a mirror. Thats strange.

hat way, wed all understand one another better. What would the world language be? At the moment, English.

conversation? And what if the other person doesnt fall in love with you at first sight? This could be a bit painful. It could also be emba

nt care if its in another language. The pictures are interesting.

circles and laugh. Yes, laughter really is one of the best things we do.

er journalists who get angry. When I watch journalism award shows, I still feel a desire to become a journalist.

al jokes. Playing jokes on other people is very funny as long as they see the funny side.

what if one day there were giant insects roaming the streets. Thats the stuff of horror movies.

ike seeing history unfold. Lots of the things I learnt at school now make the news more interesting. History provides us with the perfect

l, but not to stop innocent people being murdered. Only recently has the international community started chasing those who organize g

telligence is how people think our leaders are so intelligent, but then the leaders do such stupid things. Do intelligent people start wars?

t kinds of love and they are all important. Except perhaps when you love pizza or burgers. Thats not healthy.

some workers who only get two or three weeks holiday a year. They cant do anything or go anywhere. I love holidays even if I dont go

me parents save all their lives to pay for their sons or daughters wedding. Getting married seems to be similar all over the world. The

ives you more stress, which then makes your heart beat even faster. Best not to get stressed. There are so many things you can do in

d at school. The government always says gangs are a problem, but they never do anything about it. I was in a gang when I was younge

and free ice cream instead of fighting wars. I looked at everyone on the train this morning. No one looked happy. Maybe the news shou

hey are also important to me. We are now all over the world and its sometimes difficult to meet each other, but we stay in touch. One

k after it properly. I think kids born today are lucky. Modern medicine and science will soon have all the answers to keep our heart stro

untries it is illegal to gamble. This is good. I never understand why people gamble again and again. They must get fed up with throwing

makes your original hangover much worse. Many people have their own hangover cure. None of them work for me. All I can do is suffe

her. You have to have salt. The only time I dont like fries is when they are cold. I get angry if I get fries that arent hot in a fast food re

t, even with people who speak the same language. Anyway, I think I have a good sense of humour and I like a good laugh. she will win the next election. Im sure most people think controlling or banning guns in societies is very important. Unless you live in

our home country. Ive lived in several countries and have had a home in all of them.

ed, they always said: Its not far. Never believe anyone who says that, especially someone who loves hiking.

gs and ask for Gods help when things go wrong. People who believe in God get strength from their belief. They know that God is lookin

is best? Nowadays we have to be careful about what we eat. Fast food is not good for us. We need to focus more on healthy food. May

That and new shoes. New shoes usually give me blistered feet. Oh yes and the cold. My feet hate the cold. My toes go numb. Especial

ht hours sleep every night is one of the best things you can do for your health.

ign as me. Our lives and fortunes are very different. That proves to me that horoscopes are rubbish.

gave them medicine. They were so happy. Im sure theres enough money in the world to provide everyone with free healthcare.

y little gun crime. The problem is that guns arent going away. They are getting easier to buy. Now that many international borders are

ved gold. Think how many stories there are from hundreds of years ago about gold treasure. In fact, if you go back further, Egyptian ki

in countries. This is a good idea. A concern in my country is with chickens and cows. We have bird flu and mad cow disease. It might be

like Japanese gardens. They also have a very special feel about them. Everything is so perfect and you feel really peaceful. Id like to sp

visit factories. All you have to do is go to their home page and see if they have visiting times, or write to them. The best factories to vis

ng and everything. I also like the smell of everything when Im sitting in the chair.

ds. I like holding hands of course with my wife and children.

n tissue and organs. I dont think itll be too long before scientists clone a person. Once all the fuss has died down, younger generations

re for you, but I like doing it myself. Im studying interior design and would like to start my own furniture workshop one day. Ill mix mo

omes to me to tell me the latest piece of juicy gossip or hot gossip, I tell them Im not interested.

ou walk through the door. Are you well-dressed? Do you look happy? Do you greet the interviewer? All these things are important. I also

e less time to spend with their children, which creates problems. Maybe the stress of modern life puts too much pressure on families. It

d. Ive told my friends I want salsa music at my funeral. And I dont want people to wear black. I also hope the party after the funeral is

ts dangerous. Thousands of people die each year from electrocuting themselves or in electrical fires. And number two, it isnt good for

rvests them and then winter comes. Seasons means its like living in a new place every four months. Everything changes. One wonderf

jam half the day. Driving in different countries is great fun. Im a little nervous at first, but I soon get to know the roads. People have d

Thats 999 in the UK or 911 in other parts of the world. My biggest emergency recently was a big one. I pressed the delete button and l

ety would be like if everyone was totally free to do anything they wanted. It would probably be a total mess. No one would work. I sup

possess even the smallest amount. You can even go to prison for having a tiny, tiny bit. Governments need to do something before so

s. Do you have any good tips on how to learn grammar?

er to work in another country. Is globalization a good or bad thing? Thats a difficult question to answer.

o save the planet. This is a big gamble. I hope they are right. I dont believe them, so Ill continue switching off lights and recycling .

w, when I look at gangster movies, I still think the gangster is the good guy. Thats a little worrying.

nes in the shops. Gardening is good for you. It makes you feel part of the Earth.

ving fun is the best way to relieve the stress that builds up during the week.

rustrated. Im sure a lot of the things we humans do causes them a lot of frustration.

amous coach once said: Football isnt a matter of life and death; its more important.

h is so much tastier than cooked fish. And probably a lot healthier. I always worry the plane will crash. Another thing I dont like is waiting to get off when the plane stops. It takes ages before the flight

afraid of many strange things. Did you there is a fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth? There is even a medical name

have already found a cure for many diseases. Its amazing how far science and medicine have come. I think more cures for diseases co

ark affair. I know of many countries where death is a taboo subject. People just dont talk about it. I have no problems talking about de

is everywhere. Sexual discrimination is also stupid. Sexist people have sisters, mothers, wives, daughters; but they still treat women a

arettes, construction workers with heavy objects above our heads all of these things present danger. Just turn on the news or open a

y. People who eat it every day develop health problems. I dont understand why schools serve fast food during lunch time. Schools shou

u use your card, you get air miles and every six months you can cash them in for presents. I do worry about credit card security. I keep

who thought of it, Charles Darwin, said nature is all about the survival of the fittest. Only the strongest species survive. We are still evo

nd Prix live. I guess Monaco would be best they drive through the streets there. the idea of cruising on a boat near Hawaii looking for giant fish.

on a handbag or watch. Thats crazy. Im happy with an unknown brand at half the price. I dont mind being unfashionable.

n, swim or cycle. But then once my lungs stop burning, I settle into a rhythm and things arent so bad. Recently I bought an exercise bi

try has something different. I like cooking with eggs. I particularly like breaking them. I can now do it with one hand, without breaking

religion. People who commit this crime rarely go to prison. Have you ever been a victim of crime? What do you think we need to do to r

all the clothes I no longer wear and give them to charity.

es I dont like are the ones where Im falling. But I my dreams where Im flying. I sometimes have really nice dreams, but then my alarm

ead and smile and say thank you very much. The person walks away thinking I understood the directions. Im impressed by people wh

g enough for me and my friends. I also prefer smaller cars because they are easier to park.

efer books to the Internet. Books need to be in your hand and made of paper.

mple things like turning off lights and recycling paper all help.

want to learn. Perhaps schools need to find better ways to teach so children want to learn. Its sad that in many parts of the world, child

r about children being attacked by a dog. Owners need to train them better. I also get sad when I read about abandoned dogs. People

dea what career Ill choose next. Perhaps one that doesnt even exists today.

with blood type A would not be a good romantic match for someone with blood type O.

es cold. Or even worse when you want a bath and theres no hot water.

see how its art. I always laugh when my children say, Daddy, I can do better than that! I often think they can.

e a top actress or even a news reader on TV. I think there should be equal rights for most of us non-beautiful people.

hours outdoors without sweating. Autumn is the best time of the year to go hiking and go for long walks.

ot a lot to do there. Airports really need to have an entertainment area so people can kill time.

ave a famine but their state TV tells people there are bumper crops. Thats shocking.

childs play. The good thing is that digital cameras today give the same quality photos as you could only get on really expensive camer

r pockets, I always worry well crash. But I once read that turbulence has never caused an airplane to crash.

hospitals and other important buildings. But cyber-crime is happening today to ordinary people. Have you ever heard of phishing? Thats

et is beautiful. Dances from all over the world are beautiful. I think the life of a professional dancer must be a good one. One thing that

imes laugh at the ladies selling cosmetics in department stores. Theyre meant to be experts but they look like clowns. I mean, do they would think Im crazy if I did it in class or on the train.

. I also have a lot of energy if Im doing something exciting even if its study or work.

t things done quickly. I can e-mail a company in another country and they can mail me back in two minutes.

ating can also be an international experience. Eating is great just about anywhere you eat.

n a divorce gets ugly, the kids really suffer. Sorting out divorce settlements can be a messy business.

e best-looking person in the world but I would never consider plastic surgery - even if it was free. Some people have so many operation

e. Ive read many articles that say chocolate is good for us.

hers who have the same fear. I think I would have been a good dentist.

n restaurants. It would make it easier for me to know what to eat and what to avoid.

of stuff about the human body. It would be pretty useful being a doctor because then youd know what was wrong with your own body.

arder it becomes to settle down. In some countries, people think youre strange if youre single later on in life.

n. Its all about love for each other and peace around the world. Lets hope this message stays alive.

than pollution. We have only just started looking at our carbon footprint.

rthdays, its difficult to choose the best. Ill just say my last birthday is always the best one. an excuse for customer service. They dont even offer you a drink when you sit down and open an account.

ur rubbish and you have to wait ages to reach your floor. Give me a little house with a little garden any day. diamond, make sure it has a certificate so you know which country it came from.

ppen next. Every time you turn on the news or read a news story, youll find something unexpected.

etimes. Sure I lose some data. But thats not often. Most of the time my computer is like my best friend.

er had. I couldnt answer. I dont think Ive had any really bad advice.

hen three and then four. I guess however old they are, theyre perfect. I wish all the children in the world were as happy as mine.

nk many motorists need to think about their driving habits. Perhaps I should point out their bad habits.

eally need to change our lifestyle so our children can have the chance of seeing animals in the wild. interrupt a good programme. I like ads in magazines. Theyre usually quite interesting.

ould be a more peaceful place. The world is becoming smaller, so I think this is happening.

its latte, frappucino and all kinds of other strange words.

t chicken feed (low wages) but I like my job. I plan to retire before Im 50, but Im not going to count my chickens before theyre hatched. This means I wont quit workin

siness startups on the Internet. An online business might be good. There seems to be less risk.

ook busy! Thats silly. It would be great if the word busy disappeared from the English language.

azing. Fear is sometimes good. It makes us alert and can keep us safe in a dangerous situation.

tars that move. All of the best avatars I've seen move. They are usually very funny, and clever.

ack on years of happy memories. I think being married is great for your soul.

n the papers nowadays about babysitters hitting the children because they dont sleep. Thats really bad.

estic violence. If you banned alcohol, people would be healthier, richer and have a better family life.

re. I wonder what wed do if really intelligent aliens visited Earth. What would we ask them?

days actors. The best thing about being an actor is that all of your friends are famous too.

about his latest accident. Hes quite unbelievable. I think Id be very worried if I were his mother.

kit in the world. As our coach Oscar Tabarez says, we have a lot of strong points and we hope to be able to show them. I hope his wo

p players. They play in the English Premier League. Im sure Steven Pienaar will shine and become one of the stars of the World Cup. P

think people have to be crazy to sit on almost nothing and shoot down an ice tunnel at high speeds. I wonder who will win the most go

eople who dont like the idea of organ transplants. They believe the body should stay in one piece. I hope that changes because doctors

y diseases. There are many reasons. What we really need to do is think about how overpopulation is damaging the Earth.

the person who is strongest. They try to force their opinions on others. Its important to listen to and consider the opinions of other pe

ocumentary. I once had an operation and I was awake for the whole thing. I could see lots, but I wont go any further.

nt think oil-producing countries are happy their oil will run out. They need to start thinking about how to make money after the oil has

ont really like them. I think okay is also a verb. I have heard people say, Its OK, John okayed it.

h. I imagine Ill be happy in my old age. I have so many hobbies and I know Ill enjoy doing them all every day.

the ocean. I love the sound, the smell, the colour. I feel so happy and relaxed just looking at the ocean.

ar for our future. One day, all countries will have nuclear weapons and then well be in real trouble.

ally need to stop using fossil fuels. Nuclear power is a lot less harmful to the environment. Perhaps we need to spend more money on m

aybe 500 years ago, we only had to remember the number of sheep, goats or children we had. I wonder how many numbers we need to

ally dont like your nose, you can have a nose job. Unfortunately, not all of us can afford cosmetic surgery.

time can be very noisy because of the insects that come out at night. Im a night person. Im nocturnal, like an owl or bat.

it fits into some interesting phrases, like no-can-do, a no-go area and no way Jose. My favourite is thats a real no-no for things They never get to know each other. Everyone keeps their distance. This is not always a good thing.

meaning. In the West, people dont really know what their name means. In many countries, each name has a special meaning.

me millionaires opening nail art salons. The best thing for me would be to have really short nails that never grow.

t the Olympics. That means my country won a gold medal. I have to hold back the tears when I hear it then.

ave the way they do. Even the people close to me can be the biggest mysteries. Thats strange, isnt it?

ave the way they do. Even the people close to me can be the biggest mysteries. Thats strange, isnt it?

il Im a hundred. Perhaps I wont be able to hear it then!

es. I couldnt take my eyes off of it. The best museum Ive ever been to is the National Museum in Cairo. Its unbeatable.

ere are some countries that dont punish people for murder. If you are in power and are rich, you can literally get away with murder.

when I was young. People didnt understand other cultures. They didnt even want to understand. Im glad things are changing today.

ant imagine how children grow up without a mother. I hope my mother lives forever. She deserves to.

picnic. Theres nothing better than sitting down and admiring the mountain view and feeling the cool mountain breeze. This is paradise.

s on the Moon. Id totally love that. Imagine staying in a Moon hotel and waking up in the morning to look at the Earth.

appy. I think if all the worlds money was shared out, the world would go round more happily, and there would be less evil and more ha

hats on the phone for 30 minutes. How would life change for you if you didnt have a mobile? Would you miss listening to other peoples

s fly all over the world. They walk the catwalks at fashion shows and visit exotic locations for photo shoots. And get paid big money.

ess makes me feel healthy. I like all kinds of milk, including goats milk and even camels milk. Its all good for us.

bly be a lot more Microsoft stuff that helps us in our life. And to think, Microsoft didnt even exist a few decades ago.

g. I think we should learn how to meditate at school. That would probably solve a lot of problems in society.

I read have totally changed my image of India and Indians. My experience has really made me want to read more books from other cou

each other. We can love cars, chocolate, holidays, singing in the rain anything. And, of course, you can also love studying English.

arly. When I look at our family photos, the memories of what we did come flooding back. Id like to relive those memories one day.

news stories. The media also bring us many unforgettable images, such as a man walking on the moon. Really, the media show us hist

ibraries are. I spent hours every day looking at journals, newspapers and text books. I felt quite happy sitting in the quiet of the library

ke walking encyclopedias. I wonder if theyre happy with the amount of knowledge they have inside their brain.

t natural. Im a big believer in natural medicine. That seems to make much more sense. The Chinese seem to have it right.

ng things? I think a lot of learning happens outside school. We learn more from our hobbies and interests than what we learn from scho

, youll be artistic enough. One thing I dont like about kissing is people who do it next to you on the train or bus. Yuck!

s to ask at the end of the interview. Interview technique is something we learn over time you get to relax more the more interviews y

. They could cause serious damage to someones face. The only jewelry I wear is a wedding ring. Just a simple one.

course the great thing about computers is that we have so much information at our disposal. Thats pretty useful.

ut most. They do everything they can to keep the rate of inflation low. It has been pretty stable for years now.

trying to sell you something. I also get annoyed with marketing campaigns that have slogans that are just untrue, like smoking is cool again. You understand more every time you listen. Whats your advice?

g the job done. Its important to have good leadership in companies too, except many of the banks leaders have not shown such good

miss out on these special occasions. Marriage is also important if you want to start a family. Perhaps Im just old-fashioned.

or abusing human rights. I hope one day that all human rights are respected. That will be paradise. banks mail. The mail asks you to reset your password. The criminal then takes your money.

over their head. This is disgusting. All world leaders should be ashamed of themselves. I feel so sorry for the homeless.

n be pretty tiring. Afternoons are just as busy, and then it all starts again when everyone comes home from school and work!

ave worked for some terrible managers. They have no idea what theyre doing and only create lots of work for others.

its like to be in the lead in the Olympic marathon. That must be an amazing feeling. I think the marathon is the most important Olymp

ult to keep laws up to date with new developments. The latest area of law is intellectual property. Its important that peoples ideas are juice. I was in heaven. Its a shame I cant buy it where I live. I also love coconut juice, or is that coconut milk?

haps therell be more home schooling in the future because of the Internet.

ers. Fire fighters, police officers and soldiers are heroes. Without them, the world would be less safe.

lad I live in a country that has laws against hate crime. They dont always work, but at least its better than in most countries.

now owe lots of money on the house they bought because the prices crashed. Perhaps its better to keep my money under the bed.

find heaven in food. A double chocolate fudge and nut ice cream with maple syrup and extra whipped cream is simply heaven.

ok. My friends are 40 years old! Harry Potter is now a global industry, with movies and merchandise of all kinds. Its amazing how big h like putting my personal information online, especially on social networking sites like Facebook.

yer of the year. But, I wouldnt be surprised if England won. They have a strong team and Rooney is on fire at the moment.

uld be like if we had no hair - if we were all bald. We could save lots of money on shampoos and conditioners.

ng a new life in a rich country. This can cause anger in the countries immigrants go to. It is an issue that will be with us forever, I think

d is your driving license, medical card and ID all rolled into one. Thats a great idea. All we need now is to make it a passport and credit

nge thing about the Internet is that something we dont even know about yet might come along and totally replace Google overnight.

ay and Constitution Day are important and so is Greenery Day, but I like Childrens Day. This is when Japanese parents do special thing

ding eco-friendly houses. They want houses that save energy and help protect the planet. and the sight of blood. Ill do my best from now on to stay away from hospitals, unless Im visiting someone else.

bit painful. It could also be embarrassing. I think I like the traditional way of falling in love after 257 dates.

story provides us with the perfect background information to a news story.

ted chasing those who organize genocide. The International Criminal Court prosecutes those who commit crimes against humanity.

. I love holidays even if I dont go away. Staying at home is just as good as going on holiday somewhere. Sometimes going on holiday

be similar all over the world. The happy couple make some vows in front of their guests and then there is a big party after.

re so many things you can do in life to reduce your chances of a heart attack. I think we need more information.

was in a gang when I was younger. Its scary when I look back on it. We used to have lots of fights and do many bad things. I never had

oked happy. Maybe the news should be full of happy stories instead of the usual doom and gloom .

other, but we stay in touch. One day Id like to get all of my friends together for a big party. Thatd be great fun.

he answers to keep our heart strong. Even today were lucky. Doctors can replace your heart via a heart transplant.

hey must get fed up with throwing their money away. I suppose they always think the next one will be the one they make a lot of mone

m work for me. All I can do is suffer. I suppose the best thing for a hangover is not to drink at all, or at least not drink too much.

es that arent hot in a fast food restaurant. I take them back immediately. All of this talk of French fries has made me want to eat some

ery important. Unless you live in America. Im not sure if gun control exists there. It seems everyone has a gun.

lief. They know that God is looking down on them. One thing I dont understand is why there is so much killing and bad things in the wo focus more on healthy food. Maybe we have to be more careful in the future. Make sure the food you eat is good for you.

e cold. My toes go numb. Especially my big toe. One thing Im happy about is that I dont have smelly feet.

at many international borders are open, smuggling guns to other countries is easy. Maybe the whole world will return to the Wild West.

f you go back further, Egyptian kings and queens had lots of gold. Ill never forget Tutankhamens mask. The gold in that was really gol

and mad cow disease. It might be better to be vegetarian.

u feel really peaceful. Id like to spend my life visiting different gardens.

to them. The best factories to visit are ones that produce food and drinks. You always get free stuff. Unfortunately you dont get a free

s died down, younger generations will be more accepting of genetic engineering. We might even live to be two hundred years old.

ure workshop one day. Ill mix modern ideas with traditional ones. Id like to start a trend for green furniture that helps the environmen

these things are important. I also think first impressions count when you meet your future in-laws.

too much pressure on families. It seems as though family life was better a generation or two ago. Is this true for families in your count

hope the party after the funeral isnt a sad occasion. People should laugh and remember the funny times.

And number two, it isnt good for the environment. Most electricity comes from burning coal and that creates greenhouse gasses.

Everything changes. One wonderful thing about seasons is the seasonal food you get. Theres always something tasty thats just come i

to know the roads. People have different ways of driving in different countries. I dont like countries that have aggressive drivers.

I pressed the delete button and lost my 3,000 songs in iTunes. Luckily, I had a back-up. mess. No one would work. I suppose freedom means having some rules to follow.

s need to do something before society ends up in a real mess. Im not sure what the solution is.

ps. It takes ages before the flight attendants open the doors. One day I want to fly business class and first class.

th? There is even a medical name for it. I dont think fear is a bad thing. It probably stops us from doing really dangerous things.

I think more cures for diseases could be found if governments spent more money. They seem to spend so little on controlling disease.

ave no problems talking about death. Especially to my family. I think its useful to tell everyone what I want to happen when I die.

hters; but they still treat women as being less able. I wonder if we'll ever live in a world where were all equal. Just turn on the news or open a local paper to see how much danger there is. I think Ill stay in bed today.

d during lunch time. Schools should encourage students to eat healthily. If you have time, look at a website on slow food.

about credit card security. I keep waiting to see a huge purchase on my statement that I didnt make.

t species survive. We are still evolving. Scientists believe we will look quite different a million years from now. I wonder what well look

Recently I bought an exercise bike. Sitting in my house cycling to loud music or watching TV is a great way to get some exercise. with one hand, without breaking the yolk. Sometimes it gets messy and the egg white starts dripping down your arm.

t do you think we need to do to reduce crime rates? Perhaps you should write to your government. Tell your leaders enough is enough.

ly nice dreams, but then my alarm clock goes off. I press snooze and try and get back into my dream for another ten minutes.

tions. Im impressed by people who can give directions from one town to another. They must have a map inside their head!

in many parts of the world, children want to learn but cant. Make sure you never stop learning. Education is the key to a better future.

d about abandoned dogs. People who want a dog as a pet should get an abandoned one.

nly get on really expensive cameras. All you need is 10 to 12 megapixels. Thats more than enough.

you ever heard of phishing? Thats with a ph not f. You really need to be very careful about what information you put online.

st be a good one. One thing that always amazes me is how much children love dancing. I think dancing must be in their blood.

look like clowns. I mean, do they really need to paint their faces? One thing I worry about is whether the chemicals damage your skin.

e people have so many operations they end up looking like theyre made of plastic. I'd rather stay looking human.

e hatched. This means I wont quit working until I have enough money.

ble to show them. I hope his words come true in South Africa.

e of the stars of the World Cup. Please enjoy our African football.

wonder who will win the most gold medals. Maybe itll be Norway, or Russia.

ope that changes because doctors really need the organs.

amaging the Earth.

consider the opinions of other people.

go any further. to make money after the oil has gone.

need to spend more money on making it safer.

er how many numbers we need today!

l, like an owl or bat.

thats a real no-no for things you must never do.

me has a special meaning.

never grow.

ro. Its unbeatable.

literally get away with murder.

glad things are changing today.

ountain breeze. This is paradise.

ook at the Earth.

e would be less evil and more happiness.

u miss listening to other peoples conversations on the train?

oots. And get paid big money.

good for us.

w decades ago.

read more books from other countries.

an also love studying English.

ive those memories one day.

n. Really, the media show us history as it happens.

y sitting in the quiet of the library, reading my books.

seem to have it right.

ests than what we learn from school books.

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e just untrue, like smoking is cool.

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work for others.

hon is the most important Olympic event.

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than in most countries. ep my money under the bed.

cream is simply heaven.

f all kinds. Its amazing how big he is.

n fire at the moment.

hat will be with us forever, I think.

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apanese parents do special things for their kids.

meone else.

mit crimes against humanity.

ere. Sometimes going on holiday is stressful.

e is a big party after.

d do many bad things. I never had a knife.

rt transplant. the one they make a lot of money. least not drink too much.

s has made me want to eat some.

ch killing and bad things in the world.

eat is good for you.

world will return to the Wild West.

sk. The gold in that was really golden.

nfortunately you dont get a free car at car factories.

o be two hundred years old.

rniture that helps the environment.

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t way to get some exercise.

down your arm.

ll your leaders enough is enough.

for another ten minutes.

map inside their head!

ation is the key to a better future.

rmation you put online.

g must be in their blood.

the chemicals damage your skin.

king human.

FEET

Some people like their feet and other people dont. I quite like mine. Theyre not too big and not too small. Some people I know have huge feet. They even have problems trying to buy shoes that fit them. My feet are pretty normal. Theyve been very useful down the years. Ive done a lot of running, loads of hiking and played thousands of hours of football. Ive never injured my feet or my ankles. I sometimes get sore feet when I go shopping. That seems to be the only thing my feet dont like. That and new shoes. New shoes usually give me blistered feet. Oh yes and the cold. My feet hate the cold. My toes go numb. Especially my big toe. One thing Im happy about is that I dont have smelly feet. E-MAIL

E-mail certainly keeps me busy. I never used to write as many letters as I do now. In the good old days before computers, we wrote real letters, with paper and envelopes. I wrote one or two letters a week. But now, with e-mail, my in-box is never empty. Theres always someone mailing me. I would like just one day where Im free of e-mail. The sad thing is, very few mails I get are interesting. I get loads of spam junk mail trying to sell me things I dont want. I also get lots of mail from people asking me to do stuff. Do this, do that, reply ASAP. Its too much sometimes. The one good thing about e-mail is that you can get things done quickly. I can e-mail a company in another country and they can mail me back in two minutes. BOOKS

Dont you think books are the best thing in the world? I cant remember a time in my life when I wasnt reading a book. I still have memories of being in my school library when I was about five years old. I have been a bit of a bookworm since then. Youll usually see me with my head buried in a book. I love all kinds of books. Novels are great for getting to know other worlds and cultures. A good book is one where you never want the story to end. I also like autobiographies because I think its interesting to read about peoples lives. Encyclopedias are cool too you can learn everything about everything in these. I still prefer books to the Internet. Books need to be in your hand and made of paper.

NATURAL DISASTERS

I dont know about you, but I think there are more natural disasters now than before. Every time I turn on the news theres some kind of disaster. There are bushfires in Australia and California, earthquakes in China, hurricanes in Mexico and droughts in Africa. Im sure global warming is creating more natural disasters. Im lucky. Where I live, we dont really have natural disasters. Ive never experienced anything like the things on TV. Japan has many natural disasters. They have earthquakes, typhoons, flooding, volcanoes, all kinds of things. They are lucky they have the money to deal with them. There are countries in Africa that arent rich. When a natural disaster hits them, everyone suffers terribly. JOKES

I love jokes. I could listen to people telling jokes all day. I laugh at even the silliest of jokes. In fact, I love silly jokes. I still laugh at the jokes I laughed at when I was a child. Im not so good at telling jokes. I have just a few of my favourite ones that I tell. Theyre pretty funny. I think telling jokes is a real skill. You need confidence, timing and you need to know when to deliver the punch line. Some of my jokes dont work with people from other countries. They dont get them. Its also interesting to see how American and British jokes are different. I listen to American comedians but cant see whats funny. I also love practical jokes. Playing jokes on other people is very funny as long as they see the funny side. BABYSITTING

I loved babysitting when I was younger. It was a really easy way to make money. All I had to do was sit in my neighbours house and look after the kids. That was the easy bit, because the kids were usually asleep in bed. The parents would give me a lot of money for watching DVDs and eating snacks. When I was even younger, I liked it when my babysitter came round. She would always play games with us and let us stay up late. She would send us to bed just before my parents came home. I know in some countries, babysitting isnt so common. It isnt part of the culture. I suppose thats not such a bad thing. I read a lot in the papers nowadays about babysitters hitting the children because they dont sleep. Thats really bad. ART

Im a great art lover. I look at beautiful paintings and sculptures and wish I could be artistic. I cant draw or paint to save my life. I wonder why some people are so talented and can create amazing pictures, when other people, like me, cant even draw good matchstick figures. I would like to fill my house with art from all over the world. Its interesting to see how different cultures have different kinds of art. Theres nothing better than visiting art galleries when you go to another country. I prefer more traditional art. I dont really understand a lot of modern art. I look at an exhibit of a pile of bricks in a museum but cant see how its art. I always laugh when my children say, Daddy, I can do better than that! I often think they can.