Transcript Slajd 1

Katarzyna Pietrzyk
13th May 2011-Friday
This day group of 22 Polish people reached the Barnstaple.
All we had to do was to get up early in the morning, but it
did not bother anyone, because everyone could not wait to
leave. Each of us a few days before leaving was excited and
at the thought occurred smiles on our faces. 13th and
Friday – was it unlucky day? Certainly not for us!
Everything went according to plan. The flight was smooth
and without any complications and we all were in good
moods. Upon arrival at the airport to Bristol bus was
waiting for us, where we were going to Barnstaple - the town
where there is our partner school. We arrived at school
around 3 PM. Through the window I saw a crowd of people
and lots of cars and coaches. We all anxiously waited until
we know our partners. I was a little scared, because
everyone said there very quickly and it was difficult to
understand. Before the school our names were read from
the list and the names of our partners. Natalie and her mom
were already waiting. Then we went to the house where I
met the rest of the family, Natalie's sister and dad. Everyone
was very nice and greeted me today. At night we went to a
family friend’s birthday. There were Poles, so I felt less
constrained. My fear that I will not be able to communicate
were unnecessary. The whole evening was very nice.
14th May 2011-Saturday
It was the second day of our stay in England.
Today we visited Bath. The road took us about
2.5 hours. Nobody was bored. In the coach the
atmosphere was very light. We sang songs and
laughed all the time. Each told how his family is
and what is his first impression. When we
arrived we saw the old, beautiful buildings. Of
course, I took a lot of pictures. Then we went on
a tour bus without a roof. We were given special
headphones, through which the guide talked
about the various interesting places in the city of
Bath which we were passing by. After the ride we
went to visit the baths, from which flowed hot
water. In the end the time came to do some
shopping. 2 hours of free time was enough to
make small purchases. Everywhere you could
hear the English words, it helped us to
accomodate with the language. After collection,
we came back to coach. The way back was very
fast. But I think that the driver had had enough
of our songs and laughter. When we got back
into school, some of Polish students and their
partners went to watch the Eurovision. It was
very interesting. Nobody hurried to go home.
15th May 2011-Sunday
This day we spent with our families.
In the morning I ate a traditional
English breakfast. It was not too
good. Later we went to the mall,
where I met Ola, Ana, and Ada. I felt
better in the company of Polish
people, but spending time with the
British was not a problem for me. I
felt at ease and well in their company.
After making a purchase, I went to
the beach with Ola, Ada and families.
Everything was wonderful, if not for
the weather. It was very windy,
cloudy and cold, but fortunately it did
not rain. I spent whole afternoon with
Ola. We were on a sample of the
chorus and at home.
16th May 2011-Monday
Today we went to Lynton. To get there
we traveled quite a winding road and the
coach was not comfortable. After the
hard way, by foot we came to Lynmouth.
We admired the beautiful views. Lots of
greenery and colorful flowers, too. When
we arrived we had free time. Then we
drove the train to Lynton. There were
beautiful, breathtaking views. The high
altitude gave us opportunity to watch
great views of coastline. Later we went
for lunch in the Valley of Rocks. We ate
traditional English cake and drank tea,
weather was not good. It was not
raining, but it was cloudy and very
windy. After returning we went to
Emma's, where we played and had nice
time. After returning I immediately went
to sleep - I was exhausted.
17th May 2011-Tuesday
Today's morning was boring. Dance
workshops took place in the school.
Polish students learned the dances. I
haven’t taken part in them, because I was
sick and felt bad. Then, the guys and
some girls went to play handball. Me and
a few people went to school because the
weather was not conducive.I liked
computer classes as I am keen on
WebQests. When the game ended, we
went to visit the Barnstaple and that was
the coolest moment of the day.
Ridiculously dressed, very high Lord, gave
us interesting talk about the city. As
much as you wanted to hear. He spoke
slowly and clearly, so I did not have any
problem to understand. After sightseeing,
we had free time for shopping. When we
returned to the school was ate EURO
dinner during which everyone could enjoy
traditional English dishes. During EURO
dinner British students presented their
skills in playing instruments and singing
songs. We were not worse - we also sang
in Polish. I spent the evening at home.
18th May 2011-Wednesday
Today we visited Clovelly. It
rained all day. We walked with
umbrellas. First we went to
Tintagel, where the terrible path
lined with stones lead the way
to the port. You had to be very
careful to not fall over, it was
very slippery. When we went
down to the bottom we observed
the ocean, and we had to come
back the same way. When we
reached the top we had time to
relax. Then we went to the
castle. Rustic views were
wonderful, I only watched them
in the book so far. When you
have walked the entire route we
had free time exploring. After
returning to a family we went
bowling. It was great.
19th May 2011-Thursday
When I woke up the sun shone strongly and I could
not see a single cloud in the sky. We went to the
outskirts of Exeter in Devon Country Show with
entire 14 year olds. We got a map of the entire
exhibition of Devon County. We had free time of 5
hours. As for me there was nothing to see here.
Only animals, tractors and cars. We decided that we
will go to the amusement park. Sun was shining.
Matthew and Cuba went on some rides, I and Ola
sat in the sun. After some time we went to look for a
brown door, next to the which the gathering was
about to take place. When everyone arrived at the
place we went to the bus and went back to
Barnstaple.
20th May 2011-Friday
Today was a trip to Exeter.
When we arrived there our tour
guide showed us the city telling
a lot of interesting things about
Exeter. After sightseeing, we
had free time for shopping. Most
of the people appeared before
the appointed time on-site.
When I got home I started to
pack, because I had planned the
whole Saturday before.
21st May 2011-Saturday
Today I could sleep longer.
After breakfast I went to
town with Natalie and her
family. After a long walk we
went for lunch. We spend
our last moments very
nicely. After returning home,
I finished up packing.
Natalie had soon a
performance, so together
with her sister we helped her
in her preparations. It was
nice and funny. After her
return, we watched a movie
together and prepared
pizzas.
22nd May 2011-Sunday
Today at 2:30 AM was a collection. I
said goodbye to my families. I made
friends with my family. Although I did
not spend too much time with Natalie
I liked her a lot. The best contact I
had with her mom. I'm very happy
that I could spend that 10 days with
this particular family. It was a
wonderful time and I would not mind
being there longer. I hope we stay in
touch. When we said goodbye to
everyone we went to the airport to
Bristol. There about 7 o'clock we had
a plane to Poland. Around 13 we were
at school. Unfortunately, all good
things come to an end. Moments
spent in England will always remain
in my memory.