mercoledì 17 ottobre 2007

My first two weeks of blogging

I must say that although I already knew what blogs are, I've never thought of creating my own blog. So I'm totally new to this experience. I know many people who have one, but I was maybe too lazy and skeptical to undertake this activity. I often wondered why people, who I don't personally know, should be interested in what I do.

Then I found out that blogs are like a diary, not as private as the one many of us keep locked in the drawer, but still a diary, which anyone can read. You may find many useful tips about almost any subject: from cooking recipes to policy or enviroment. You can communicate with those people you can't have a daily relationship with and it is a good way to learn new things.

So I must say that I really like this course!

At the University I've never experienced learning English this way before. Since I attended High school, learning a foreign- language meant sitting silently at my desk, listening carefully to what the teacher said and taking notes as fast as possible.

The Italian way of studying we know is very passive, so I'm very happy that for the first time we can do something that requires our active partecipation. I really believe this is the most effective way to learn and memorize new words and expressions.

Another important advantage is that this way I can get to know my classmates better: we communicate with each other, we exchange our ideas, we share our opinions, we give and get tips and prompt.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Welcome to my blog

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Hi everybody! My name is Elisa

I've been wondering for a while which image could give you an idea of who I am. It seems to be easy but to me it wasn't at all. Then i found this picture, which I think represents something about me.

I am very fond of sport: i can't imagine my life without it. When i am home i like going out for a walk in the wood with my dog , making day excursions to the mountains with my friends and family or simply going jogging by myself. I find it very relaxing, it helps me to free my mind.

Even though Padova is not a great metropolis like Tokyo, it still is a city which can sometimes be stressful. So playing outdoors sport is the most effective way that makes me feel good and regenerated after a busy day . Don't you feel relieved when you look at this picture? I do...so that's why I like it.

These are my favourite websites:

I think this website is very useful for all those persons who like making excursions like me. You cannot miss reading the weather forecast if you are going for a hike. It is a very reliable source.

I think this website is a good resource for all those people who like travelling. I like it because here you can find cheap flights and hotels.

I often have a look at this website. Beppe Grillo is one of the Italy’s most famous comedian, as you may well know. The aim of his satire moves from politics to economy, from health to the environment. You can even sign up to the blog.