Farewell

Eight weeks have passed so swiftly that I find I must leave before I realized it. Eight weeks is a short time in a person's life, but this period has left a deep impression on me.

The first day I came to Gateway Language Village is clear in my mind. At that time, I wouldn't speak a complete sentence. When Faye asked me some questions, I felt very nervous. I couldn't give her a clear answer. I felt very chagrined. Before
I came here, I had studied English for about six years. My English level was such that I couldn't explain what I wanted to say. Such shame! However, Claudia gave me hope. She made me open my 'golden mouth'. She encouraged me to speak English all the time.

Before long, I became more and more confident. I can say that I'm not afraid to speak English any more. I'm not afraid I will make a mistake in English. Using English everyday was how I made great progress. In Gateway Language Village,
we eat together, help each other, speak English to each other. It is not divided between rich and poor. We just have a goal: improve our English. If you have a strong passion for learning English, you will get it in the Peace Club.There are many different kinds of English programs in the Peace Club everyday. I learned many things about western culture and people's lives in western countries from them. It has helped me in my job and in my future life.

I have met many friends in Gateway Language Village. They are all very kind, like Charlie and Tommy, my first roommates. They always woke me up in the morning. Marcia, who has left, always corrected my English mistakes. She was of great help to my English studies.Sharon and I were always lovers in the presentation, We had lots of fun and laughs.

Before I leave, I want to thank all the teachers, staff, and students at Gateway Language Village. Kevin, my first teacher, taught me how to build my vocabulary. He was lots of fun and I could say what I wanted to be in his class. Eva taught me how to debate. She gave us some acute questions to debate. It made me learn many things about western countries. Kelly is the strictest teacher in the Peace Club. I wrote many articles in her class. It made me very tired, but I am proud that I could have Kelly - she is an excellent teacher. I like her very much. Ben taught me about academic writing. Abe gave me an active course about American culture for our presentation. I learned pronunciation and business English from James. Claudia made English more interesting to me.

Though my course is coming to an end, there is nothing that can express my appreciation to all of you. I will keep these best memories in my mind.