Miss B's ESL Blog

Did you know? There are four seasons . My favorite season is summer. I enjoy spending sunny summer days laying on the beach with family and friends. The beach is extremely peaceful and relaxing to me, it is a place where I can feel zen . One of the summer traditions I look forward to every year is spending a week in Montauk, New York with my friends. We rent an apartment that overlooks the beach and share lots of laughs. A great time is had by all. Montauk is also referred to as "MTK." It is the easternmost point of Long Island and commonly known for its historical Lighthouse. There are many great restaurants, shops, beaches, and historical landmarks to visit. If you have the chance to visit Montauk, it will not disappoint you! Vocabulary : season- the four parts of the year marker by weather patterns (spring, summer, fall, winter) beach-  a sandy shore near the ocean peaceful- quiet and not disturbed zen- feeling at peace, able to meditate and gather

Two summers ago I made one of the greatest decisions of my life, to study abroad . I traveled to Florence, Italy on an eight-hour plane ride. I lived there for one month sharing a two bedroom, one bathroom apartment on a tiny cobblestone street with four other girls. It seemed challenging but we all made it out alive. Spending time in another country was an amazing opportunity for learning about the  culture , art, and Italian way of life. The city was spectacular ; it was full of museums , stores, gelaterias, restaurants, and friendly people who "loved New Yorkers." Although Florence was breathtaking I had the opportunity to visit many other cities such as Positano, Rome, Venice, Sorrento, Capri, and Pompeii. I hope one day I am fortunate enough to travel back to Italy! Florence Venice Vocabulary : study abroad- students completing school work and becoming educated in another country cobblestone- solid rock used to cover the ground as