Transcript Diary

Diary
Aleksandra Nowak
13.05.2011
Today I started my adventure.
Early in the morning I went with the other people
at the airport, and we waited for our flight. I was a
little stressed. However, my fears were idle. During
our flight we could see beautiful views.
After a few hours of flight we were little tired
but yet very happy that we got to the place where our
partners waited for us.
I went straight home, and I was very stressed and
it was hard for me to break the language barrier.
After some time I went with my mother and my
partner to the school for the dance show. English
students danced some dances with us.
I was a little tired, but still stayed to the end of
this show.
I spent a very nice evening.
14.05.2011
This morning the whole group went on a trip
to Bath. We visited the Roman baths,
watched the exhibits while learning about
history.
I could see the entire city during our trip
by bus.
After returning home I became
acquainted with members of the
household. We talked until late. It was a
very nice evening.
15.05.2011
This day we spent with our English families. In
the morning I went to the mall where I met
some of my peers. After a little shopping, we
went to the restaurant while enjoying the
taste of hot chocolate.
Later we went to the beach, I was very happy
because the last time there I was a year ago.
Unfortunately the weather was not really
good, it was terribly cold and windy so after a
few minutes we had to go back. In the next
part of the day I went to my friend and her
family, spending the rest of the afternoon
there, tasting the traditional British cuisine.
16.05.2011
Unfortunately, time passes very quickly.
My way to school I made while driving a school bus,
I felt a little uncomfortable, a different language
heard everywhere, and I was the main „attraction”.
This was rather awkward situation to me. When I got
to school, I went on a trip to Lynton. We saw a
beautiful views when we went to ride a roller-coaster.
I took a few pictures.
This trip was very tiring.
Upon my return, together with an English family I
drove to the beach, walked beside the sea and
watched the sunset. Later we went for pizza. We had
a chance to get to know each other better.
18.05.2011
This trip was started with the view of the
castle. The road to it was very hard to pass,
because of adverse weather conditions.
When passed through a long way to our
destination everyone was thrilled as we saw
amazing view around us. We took pictures
and admired the ocean. When we returned
home, each of us had other entertainment
provided by our partners. I spent my
evening in the company of other friends of
Shelby, learning to create a bracelet. I
really liked that a lot because I developed
my skills then. I believe that this time was
17.05.2011
The morning passed just like any else.
Day seemed to be interesting, I had the opportunity
to meet new people, visit the school. Today have been
organized great dance lessons, each of us could try
what he can do. Inspired by ourselves we created a
new dance steps and figures. Unfortunately, I do not
have much talent. After several hours we went on a
tour around the city with our guide, who gave us a
brief history of this district.
It was little boring, but ended optimistically - we
went shopping.
Then we went back to school where we enjoyed a
traditional English dishes.
In the end of the day I could see my partner's
dancing lesson.
19.05.2011
Today we went to Devon Country Show. We had
a lot of free time, each of us could find
something for himself - this place was full of
entertainment.
Me and my friends spent most of the time
sunbathing, and watching various attractions.
The rest of the day I spent at home talking
with my family, our relations were getting
better. I increasingly made progress of my
English skills, and the rest of the inmates
tried to learn Polish.
20.05.2011
Today we went to the city of Exeter.
We had a chance to see some interesting
places, and learn about the history of this city.
Then we had free time.
I bought some souvenirs.
Upon our return, as always, everyone went to
their homes.
I spent the afternoon at the seaside, because
the weather was better today. I took some
pictures and tried some traditional food. Today I
talked throughout the whole evening with my
family, using both English and Polish. It was very
nice and cheerful.
21.05.2011
This was our last day with the families to say goodbye
and prepare for departure.
In the morning we went to buy the last souvenirs
from this unique place.
The family and Shelby gave me the gift. This day
was terribly sad, as it was not only our last day in
England, but also the last day with our fantastic new
friends.
I think none of us wanted to leave.
The partner’s families organized the farewell party
on the beach. I could see with my friends, I saw the
last sunset there, and I took some pictures of that
moment.
22.05.2011
The saddest day in England – since early
morning my eyes were filled with tears,
silence was omnipresent. Unfortunately,
all good things must come to an end, and
this trip definitely ended too soon.
Unfortunately, the time has come for
our final farewell. Everyone promised to
come back, and there was incredible
regret among everyonethat this was
over. The hour of our flight is near.