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One of my most memorable experiences this summer was visiting the beaches of Sicily and Marina di Massa. I marveled at the crystal-clear waters and enjoyed swimming, playing volleyball, and relaxing with my family. The fresh pasta alle vongole I tried at a nearby restaurant was delicious, which made the day even more special. Another unforgettable moment was attending the Milan Latin Festival, where I enjoyed traditional Peruvian dances, delicious food like anticuchos, and even a foam party with friends. These events connected me to my culture and allowed me to share it with others.

Through these experiences and the exams I took, I learned several things in English. I still need to learn much more, especially when using past tenses, such as the simple past and the past continuous. Vocabulary related to nature, food, festivals, and emotions was helpful in describing several examples. For example, words like "crystalline," "traditional," "delicious," and phrases like "I felt proud" helped me express my thoughts clearly. Writing about these happy moments improved my grammar and vocabulary.

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In my last few days of vacation, I decided to close out the week by going to the pool for a fun and relaxing day swimming and playing in the water. Fortunately, the pool was very clean and the water was warm, which I really liked. My sister and I went down the slide several times; the best thing was that we could choose any of the four pools. After swimming, we lay down to sunbathe and ate some fruit.

I took some photos of the pool because I was more focused on enjoying the moment than using my phone. It was a great day to recharge with my sister.
Slide – scivolo, una superficie liscia su cui si scivola, spesso usata in piscina o nei parchi giochi
Sunbathe – prendere il sole, esporsi al sole per rilassarsi o abbronzarsi

Recharge  – ricaricarsi, recuperare energia o forza

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This week I visited Lake Lecco with my friend, and it was such a peaceful and beautiful place. As we walked along the shore, we were surprised to see swans and ducks swimming together in the same lake; it gave off a magical and tranquil feeling. The water was fresh, and the view of the mountains in the background made everything look like a painting.

There were also many other interesting things to see, such as small boats, colorful houses, and people kayaking or biking around the lake. I took some photos and recorded some videos enjoying the nature around me.

That day was relaxing because I felt so connected to the peace and nature. I would love to return someday and explore the area more.

Shore – il bordo di uno specchio d'acqua

Kayaking – pagaiare una piccola barca (un kayak)

Took – ottenere o catturare qualcosa (come una foto o un video)

I used past simple for completed actions (“I visited,” “I took photos”) and past continuous for actions in progress (“people were kayaking”).

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This week, I went to Marina di Massa beach with my parents and siblings. We only stayed for one day, but it was incredible. The beach was sandy, which is why I really enjoyed it because I don't like rocky beaches that much. That day, the weather was very sunny, perfect for swimming and relaxing. For lunch, I chose pasta alle vongole again because it's one of my favorite dishes; I really enjoy eating it. I didn't take many photos that day because I was having so much fun that I forgot to use my phone. I was very happy to simply enjoy the moment with my family. I hope we can come back next summer and stay longer.

Sandy: coperto di sabbia
Forgot: passato remoto di dimenticare, che significa non ricordare qualcosa

Enjoy: mi piace o mi diverto

I used the past simple to talk about things that happened and finished in the past.

(I chose pasta alle vongole)

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This week I went to the MilanoLatinFestival for the second time this year, but this time it was for the famous foam party they hold every Wednesday. I went with all my friends, and from the very first moment, the atmosphere was filled with music and dancing.

We ate some delicious arepas from a Venezuelan food stand; they were warm and filled with cheese and meat. After eating, we danced and laughed a lot while we waited for the foam to fall.

When it finally started to fall on us, we all screamed and jumped like children. It was a refreshing and fun experience; I'm so glad I went back to the festival.

foam → bolle fatte di acqua e sapone

stand → una piccola struttura o bancarella dove vengono venduti cibo o oggetti
screamed → ha fatto un suono forte e acuto

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Spiaggia tonnarella beach, Via Salvatore Quasimodo, Tonnarella, ME

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This week I spent the day at Tonnarella Beach in Sicily with my cousins. I was impressed by how clear and crystalline the water was; it seemed almost transparent where we could see the sand.

We swam a lot, relaxed in the sun, and played beach volleyball with other people. It was fun, and I hadn't played in a long time.

In the afternoon, we went to a small restaurant near the beach and tried pasta alle vongole for the first time. Honestly, I didn't expect to like it so much, but when I tried it, it was fresh and full of flavor. It was a quiet yet eventful day, and I felt lucky to have discovered a new place and tried something new.

crystalline → molto chiaro e brillante, come il cristallo

eventful → pieno di cose interessanti o importanti

flavor → il sapore di qualcosa

I used past simple to describe what happened, and present perfect to talk about past experiences that are still relevant.

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This week, I went to the MilanoLatinFestival with my friends because there was a special event to celebrate Peru's Independence.

The festival was full of people, music, and decorated with the colors of Peru (red and white). We saw traditional Peruvian dances, where the dancers wore colorful costumes and performed with great energy. That day I remember feeling very proud to see so much diversity in my country.

After the show, we walked around the venue and tried different traditional dishes. We ate anticuchos and papa a la huancaína, which reminded me of home.

It was one of the most exciting days of my summer because I felt happy to share a part of my customs with my friends, even though some of them weren't Peruvian.

venue → il luogo in cui avviene un evento

customs → abitudini o tradizioni culturali

colorful → pieno di colori vivaci o varietà

I used past simple to describe completed actions and events during the festival.

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One of the highlights of this week was my best friend's birthday, and we celebrated it with shopping and dinner.
In the afternoon, we went to the mall and visited several stores. We tried on clothes, I bought her a nice gift she'd like, and she picked out some shoes.

At night, we went to a Mexican restaurant because she's from Mexico and has always wanted to celebrate with Mexican food. The place was colorful and welcoming, with Mexican music filling the room. We ordered tacos, enchiladas, and guacamole, and they brought her a dessert as a gift, where we sang Happy Birthday.

It was an unforgettable day, and I felt so grateful to have spent this special day with her.

grateful → sentirsi grati e riconoscenti

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Parco Aldo Aniasi • Trenno, Via Ferdinando Giorgi, Milano, MI

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During this sixth week, I organized a picnic with my friends in a park. That day, the weather was perfect because it was sunny, but not too hot. We brought sandwiches, meat, salad, snacks, and cold drinks. We all shared something.

We sat under a tree and chatted for hours. Some played cards and volleyball, while others listened to music. I felt very peaceful and happy spending time outdoors.

It was great that everyone could take a break from studying and work. We stayed until the sun began to set. It was a simple but fun afternoon with good friends and good food.

peaceful → calmo, tranquillo e rilassante

chatted → parlato in modo amichevole

set (sun) → quando il sole tramonta alla fine della giornata

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Acquario di Genova, Ponte Spinola, Genova, GE

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This week, after finishing my exams, I felt more relieved and calm. Although I still need to improve my English, I can finally enjoy my vacation.

To celebrate, I went to the Genova Aquarium with my cousins. It was my first time there, and I was truly impressed. The place was huge and had a wide variety of fish.

We saw jellyfish, sharks, sea turtles, and even a huge octopus. One of my cousins was amazed, especially when he saw the penguins.

We took tons of photos and spent the whole afternoon exploring. I felt truly free and happy. It was the perfect way to start my vacation after studying.

relieved → sentirsi rilassati dopo lo stress

variety → a mix or range of different types of something

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This week, I focused on studying for the exams I have next week. I spent most of my time reviewing notes, solving exercises, and watching videos to understand some difficult topics.

At times, I felt a little overwhelmed by everything I had to study, but I made a study plan and stuck to it. I even asked my friend to quiz me on the topics I needed to study.

Although it wasn't the most exciting week of my summer, it was very productive. I realized that with discipline and a good plan, I can study well and still have time to rest.

overwhelmed → sentirsi come se avessi troppo da fare

stuck → incollato

focused → prestare la massima attenzione a qualcosa; concentrato

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In the third week, I finally ate chicharrón, one of my favorite Peruvian dishes, after a long time, at a small restaurant in my area. The smell of the place reminded me of my childhood mornings in Lima. I ordered chicharrón with sweet potato and bread.

I also invited my Argentinian friend, who had never tried Peruvian food before. Upon taking her first bite, she was amazed by the combination of flavors. She said it was crispy, juicy, and full of flavor.

Sharing that meal made me feel nostalgic, but also proud of my culture.

nostalgic →ricordare il passato con emozione

crispy → consistenza croccante

amazed → molto sorpreso

I used reported speech to tell what my friend said about the food.

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In the second week, I made a traditional Mexican dessert with my friends from Mexico. We decided to make "torta de cacahuate". First, we made the dough. Then, we made the buttercream to decorate the cake, and finally, we decorated it with nuts. While we were cooking, we sang, talked, and laughed a lot. Once the cake was ready, we had a savory meal with it. It was delicious; very soft on the inside. I was happy to learn a new recipe and spend time with friends. We took pictures and shared the cake with our families. It was a fun and unforgettable experience.

dough - un impasto morbido e denso di farina e liquido utilizzato per preparare prodotti da forno come pane o torte

savory – una parola usata per descrivere il cibo salato o piccante, non dolce

unforgettable – qualcosa di così bello o significativo che lo ricorderai sempre

I used past continuous to describe what was happening while we were cooking, and past simple for completed actio

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During the first week, I went to a small performance where my cousin played the piano. He's been learning piano for three years, and this was his second live performance. The event was held at a local music school, and many families came to support their children. When my cousin came on stage, he seemed a little nervous, but as soon as he started playing, everyone was amazed.

He performed a classical Beethoven piece. I felt so proud and even a little emotional. After the performance, we took pictures and celebrated with cake. It was a special evening.

performance – uno spettacolo o un atto presentato a un pubblico
amazed –molto sorpreso o impressionato
emotional – mostra sentimenti forti, a volte con lacrime