508's Secret English Garden

Dear Anne:

  I was startled to hear the news that you have an intimate relationship with a boy in high school. As your best friend, I have to tell you that it’s not wise.

During the critical period, we should study hard to enter a university which you desire for a long time. Hold on for a little longer, and you can get you goal.

Besides, if you need someone to shard sorrow and happiness, friends can do them as well. Spend more time with friends and make new friends. Friends will play an important role in the rest of your life.

  In addition, there’s no denying that we have little time to accompany our family when going to the college. Therefore, we have to treasure the time with our beloved family.

  Anne, I miss you a lot.

                                                                            Best Wishes

                                                                                     Grace  

Dear Sam:

When I heard you made a girlfriend, I was so surprised. But I agree with you, and I think making girl friends is good for students.

You may be astonished about why I can say that. Two reasons can explains that to love is good. One reason is youth won’t come back again, so the loving emotion at young age is valuable, and the same emotion can’t be found again in the future. The other important reason is gain experience about how to get along with the opposite sex friends. This experience can help our social ability a lot.

According to these reasons, you would know why I agree you make girlfriends. So as your best friend, I give you the whole blessings that your love can make you happy everyday.

                                                                                                                                     Friend

                                                                                                                                     Wayne

Appreciate what you have    50801王昱仁

  Once I did not appreciate what I have until I went through the important thing. When I studied in elementary school, I was always upset. So I didn’t study hard, and I fought with classmates. I even made trouble in school, such as breaking the windows and pulling off the tap to make the floor flood. Because of the bad things, my mom often apologized to others.

  Though my mom helped me solve those which I created, I should no regret. One day I make a big trouble that I injure my classmates with fist. Then my mom knew, and she can’t help giving me a slap on the face. To her surprise, I ran my home. With the mood turbulence, I ran along with street until I was tired. Then I discovered that   I was in the strange by my side. Feeling very lonely, my tears shed in silence. Suddenly, a warm arm hugged me. That is my mom. Actually she pursued after me. At that time, I cried so loudly.

  From then on, I know that I am not own a thing in the world. The fact I have a warm family. Hence, I appreciate what I have.  

Appreciate What You Have               508  35  盧彙諭 

  In the past, I wasn’t satisfied with what my parents gave me. And I often complained that I didn’t have enough money to spend. Thus, I not only quarreled with my parents constantly but also lived an unhappy life before.

  Not until my mother had a serious illness did I change my thought. At that time, she lay in bed for several days. In order to look after Mother, my father hadn’t gone to work since then. Without the source of income, we had to make every effort to decrease the living expenses. We learned to share housework, too. Gradually, I was aware of my parents’ toil of supporting a large family. Meanwhile, I also felt very regretful for causing my parents so many troubles due to my willfulness.

  After my mother recovered from her illness, I seemed to grow a little more, too. Furthermore, the relationship between my family and I gets closer. I realized that my family can get together and all be healthy is the greatest happiness.

Appreciate what you have    508  08  王萱蓉

After entering senior high school, maybe because of the pressure or because I reach the age of puberty, the argument between my parents and me became more frequent.  The strict demands from my parents always let me feel out of breath.  Instead of accepting their advice, I tend to do the opposite.

      Not until I knew a friend did I realize I’m lucky to have a mother.  I have a friend who hates family reunion on holidays because she has to put up with the disappointing absence of her mother.  My friend’s parents divorced when she was a kid.  She chose to live with her father; therefore, she lacked Mother’s care.

      On one Mother’s Day, my friend called me with tears, telling me how she longed to celebrate this holiday with her mother, and she wondered why everyone deserves the happiness with family except her?  To avoid being caught in depression, she forced herself not to think of the holiday and isolated herself with her family.  Little did I know that an atmosphere of happy family means so much to her.  Contrary to my rebel, she wishes to have discipline from parents.  Even arguing with parents can make her feel a part of her family.

      The care from parents and close family relationship are important for each kid. Although my friend has abundant material life, without a complete family she always feels empty.  As a result, I appreciate that I have lots of parents’ attention which means they love me very much!

Feb. 12, 2009

Dear Eric,

    I know you don't agree to fall in love with someone in high school, but I want to share my thoughts with you.

    We can learn how to care one's feeling by love. Because love is built on communication. Lovers talk about their eperience and opinion to each other so that they can understand the other's feelings. Thus, people can not always think about himself.

    Loving is not only a sweet and implusive thing but also a lesson of life which we must face to. If you accept my ideas, you might have a different undergo.

Your friend,

Kyra

 50827廖芳誼                  Appreciate What You Have Now

      I was once a wayward and discontent girl.  When I saw my classmates play the piano, I envied them so much.  However, my family was not rich, so there was no extra money for me to take piano classes.  I used to get angry at my parents and complain about my poor family.

      Not until I saw some astonishing news did my attitude change.  One day, I saw a report saying every 7 minutes a person died of hunger in Africa.  I was shocked by the number.  I was shocked to see many African children with big bellies and helpless eyes, because they were so poor that they need to eat even bugs and dirt to replace food.  I was shocked that such poverty actually exists in the 21 century!  From then on, I finally have realized I was so blessed to have my family with me.

      As a proverb says “In the country of the blind the one-eyed man is the king.” Now I am much happier than ever because I appreciate that I can live a comfortable life.  I have sufficient food to eat, clean water to drink, and good schools to go to.  The news gave me a valuable insight into life.  Although my family is not rich, when I think of the Africans, I feel satisfied.  I will learn to cherish everything around me, especially my family, and make up for my past immature thoughts because I have understood happiness lies in contentment rather than in wealth.         

    When I was 12,music was my love. I learned to play the piano and the flute. I practiced them without any pressure until my parents asked me to take an exam of the specialized music class.

    I feel so stressful that I hate to stay at home,and I started to take my frustration out on my friends,such as blaming them without any reasons or keeping squabbling with them.They all left me,but I didn't really care about it. I made friends with someone who were rebellious. I did everything bad at that time.One day, Iwent to a department store,and I wanted to have a CD player. I didn't have enough money,so I stole my mother's money from her purse. I didn't return the money to my mom.Instead, I cannot help but steal my mother's over and over again.

    Someday,she asked me '' Did you know where my money is?''and I said''No.''She believed me.Suddenly, I felt very ashamed myself and frustrated,so I told her the truth.She said''My good daughter.It is never too late to admit your fault and I'm proud that you apologize bravely.''Had my mom not forgiven me with her love then. I would have become more rebellious. Do something wrong isn't shameful,as long as admit it courageous,and I appreciate that I have my mother's love.It encourages me to face the difficulties valiantly.

     Write a persuasive letter                           50802 吳宇豐

Dear Ken,

         Hi! Long time no see. I recently heard your mother say that you want to make a girlfriend. I want to tell you I disagree you fall in love during high school.

I know you will not agree with my suggestion but let me tell you some examples. First, you will spend a lot of time talking to her on cell phone and she will occupy your weekend. You might spend so much money. Second, when you and she argue, without a doubt, you will feel upset and anxious all the time. Finally, breaking up will keep you from concentrating on your lessons.

It is too early for us to fall in love with girls. Now you might not have the ability to look after both of you. So I hope you can adopt my proposal. Good luck!

Your best friend,

Danny

    Appreciate What You Have                    50830蔡旻螢

    Once, I thought my friend, Laurie, was wealthier than me in all aspects. Recently, she shared her secret with me. And I found maybe I was happier than she.

 Laurie’s parents got divorced and since then, she had to live with her father and mother by turns. When she came back to her big house which once filled with happiness was no one in there.

What I have is just a small house and a sweet family, when I come home; there are delicious dinner and considerate parents.

Maybe, Laurie can enjoy a rich material life, but she often feels lonely. Instead, I live a medium life but I enjoy the sweetness of my family. So I don’t envy her, I am content with what I have.