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Hello everybody! My name is Vanesa and I am from Monforte although I have lived in the UK for some time.

This is the third time we participate in the Escuelas Amigas project and I am really looking forward to it.

I was in Pamplona for the first time ever during the Escuelas Amigas Congress in May last year and I have to say that I loved the place! I attended Ainara´s talk and I know your lessons are full of "spark" :)

On a personal note, I enjoy dancing, eating chocolate (not cheese, though), discovering new places and I have an eye for photography.

I´m sharing a pic where you can see me with our library bag designed by one of our students.

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My name is Jazmin Rodriguez, I am on the right side of 50 and hopefully as few people say I do not look my age 😊. I am originally from Venezuela, albeit 3 years ago I was granted Spanish citizenship. I have been living in Sober, a hidden gem in the Ribeira Sacra, since 2012 with my husband. And prior to that I have lived in Panama and Houston. I have had the opportunity and the pleasure to travel to many places around the world.

My interest for the English language started when I was 12 years old during my middle school studies and strengthened later as I took a formal English course for a year to boost my chances to get a job offer after obtaining my Bachelor degree in Human Resources at the university.

At that time, I was able to understand a little more, but to establish a fluent conversation was another matter altogether, so I decided to go to Trinidad and Tobago for a month to take an intensive immersion English course. Scarcely had I returned from my trip to Trinidad when I met my husband, who is British and did not speak a word of Spanish. So, I felt confident to speak to him, even though, in the beginning my husband used to tell me ¨Jazmin you are murdering the English language¨.

Thanks God, my English improved with time after taking other courses, yet I continue learning, currently, I am taking my C2 level of English at the EOI in Monforte de Lemos, my teacher is Vanesa and my classmates and I are getting prepared to achieve our certification, which is quite challenging, hopefully we will be able to obtain it this year in June.

Vanesa encouraged me to write this and introduce myself, so I would describe myself as highly motivated and a cordial person. I have understood that when I treat people in the same way that I want to be treated, my life goes smoothly, because people prefer to deal with somebody who is affable, and amiable instead of a person that is cynical or abrupt or standoffish.

I would add that I consider myself being steadfast in my Christian beliefs, I have been a Christian for over 15 years. During the last two years I have been recording a daily devotional to share it with the ladies of my church and lately, it has been extremely hectic for me as I am trying to run my home and to study my English course and my online classes at the University. Thank God I have succeeded my first semester of Translation and Interpretation and in a few months, you all, my classmates and I would be able to get our certification for C2. Take Care and God Bless You!

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Hello there, I am Ainara and I'm from Pamplona "de toda la vida" as we say here, although my parental family's roots are in Ourense, ;D
I have spent a few years both in the UK and the US, as well as some months in Bogotá, Colombia.
This is only my second time participating in the Escuelas Amigas project, but I couldn't let the opportunity of doing it with my C2.2 students slip! We are very much looking forward to collaborate with all of you in Monforte, :D
A little bit about myself: I like reading, eating and going out with friends. I don't have any fancy hobbies, I'm afraid. I have two cats to keep me entertained, though, ;)

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Good morning there!
We are working in teams trying to explain you all sth about us.
Carmen and I (Peio) are very enthused with our English classes and we never skip classes for any reason at all.
Carmen  takes advantage of the amazing nature of the landscape of Navarre and likes winter and outdoors sports, such as cross country ski, hiking and trekking... all related with nature in general mountains, rivers and  local plants. I invite you to visit us here to let you know all our forests: Aralar, Urbasa and so on.
Me, I am not as sportif as my classmate but I'd like to visit more hotter spots as the Canary Islands. Last week as we were on holidays for the Carnaval I have been visiting La Palma and Hierro. The new volcano named Tajogaite,  is so wonderful that you shouldn't miss visiting it. There are new excursions on the top of the new volcano´s peak, guided by experienced people who can speak you about the last year's eruption.
We are looking forward to knowing from you and chat a little bit more about you all.
Carmen & Peio

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Hi there! I'm Alex and I'm from Pamplona, and this is my first experience in this project as well.
I've been learning English all my life and I've just finished my university studies. I studied the International degree in Primary Education. I am from Pamplona and I've been living here my entire life. Furthermore, I have many hobbies such as hanging out with my friends :)), watching movies, reading or playing basketball during my spare time.
Since I was little I wanted to be an English teacher, nevertheless, I had other options in mind as well such as becoming a lawyer or a police officer.
If I have to speak my mind I consider myself a nice guy that loves to learn new things all the time and enjoys meeting new people. Thereupon, Iḿ looking forward to know about you.I

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My name is Begoña, I'm living in Pamplona and I was raised in a small village in Navarre. Given the fact that I retired few years ago and that I lost my mother recently, whose care required part of my time, now I'm starting a new chapter in life.
I'd love to enjoy my life without worries and doing whatever my body tells me to do: travelling, dancing, learning new things and singing. I'd also like to do any kind of volunteering to help people in need

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This is Iñigo. I'm 40 years old and I've been working as a German teacher the last 12 years, which makes my relation to the English language just complicated.

I love languages (I'm a native speaker of Basque and I also own an N4 cerificate in Japanese), music (I play trombone in an orchestra and I studied flute as well) and reading. I'm also into outdoor activities and I'm a quite good lindy-hop dancer.

I'm looking forward to get to know you better!

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Hello there! We are Tanya and Irantzu, two students of Ainara's group. We are both teachers (Tanya is a Primary School teacher and I - Irantzu - am an Early Years Teacher but I am currently volunteering in a Primary classroom).
Tanya loves music and her favourite band is a Navarrese group called "Jo and Swissknife", which Irantzu enjoys as well.
We also love travelling and learning about different cultures and languages, that's why Irantzu spent her last university years abroad and Tanya took some drama courses in UK.
It's nice to meet you and we are looking forward to know more about you. Take care.

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Good morning to you all, here we are, just two young beautiful women that happen to be introverts. As we used to do at school we're going to introduce  ourselves, our names are Itziar and Mieira, I know.. my mum has a flamboyant imagination.

I'm a lawyer and my mate here studied conservation and restoration of cultural heritage. We're also PTV, that is not a political party but a way we use to describe authentic  people from Pamplona. Talking about music we consider ourselves eclectic. Although we are not good cooks we're foodies and if you ever happen to drop by we would recommend you to book a table in Iruñazarra, and maybe after go for some garroticos in Beatriz.

Please lovely classmates do not hesitate to contact us if you need a Family lawyer and a Restorator.

Have a good one¡¡

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Hi!!!
I'm Amaya from Pamplona (also "de toda la vida"), but my mother is from Cascante, a village in the south of Navarre and the place where I spent the summers of my childhood.
Now I am doing my phd about chemistry.
This is a great opportunity for me to promote the Gospel choir where I sing, which name is "Alaikapela", a mix of words (alai-kapela, happy-capella in vask language).

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I hope to be short and sweet (if possible :))
I'm Scarlet and I was born and raised in Guatemala. Long way from here...I know
(Long story).
This is the first time for me at Escuelas Amigas project and really looking forward to meeting and exchanging ideas, thoughts or actually anything !
I suffer from Wanderlust. Nevertheless, I haven't travelled as much as I would like to. I lived in Australia and USA. Have gone to different places in Europe, Canada, Central America and hoping to visit Asia in a couple of years.  We'll see what life brings...
I am also interested in art. I believe colors and culture make our world fascinating.
Would you agree on that?

Bye for now !

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Hi everbody, my name is Susana and I also live in Pamplona but I'm originally from Haro, the capital of wine, in La Rioja.  When I was younger  I lived in Liverpool for several years, where I went to learn English and then I did a BTEC in Travel and Tourism.  After working in Lanzarote as a "Sunworld rep" for 7 months I settled down in Pamplona and I have lived here ever since.
I love travelling, I've been to several countries in Europe and Asia but there are still lots of countries that I want to visit, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, Canada... I only need some money and time, so meanwhile whenever I can, I drive my campervan and practise my other hobby, trekking in the mountains.  Luckily, Pamplona is very close to the Pyrenees.
This is my first time taking part in the Escuelas Amigas and I'm looking forward to meeting you all.

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My name is Laura, I am 25 years old and I am a teacher. I currently combine my work in a public institute in Monforte with a master's degree in technology and the c2 level of English at the language school in my town. Last December I was visiting Pamplona and I really liked the city (I also visited Olite) and the atmosphere in the center at night for pintxos!! I was also in Olite, a very charming place that I had never heard of. from here we invite you to visit Galicia, especially Monforte, clearly! all the best

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My name is Sara and I am pushing 30. Although I was born in Monforte, I left at 18 to study in Santiago and spent almost 10 years living in different places and countries until, due to the 2020 pandemic, I lost my job in Budapest and returned to Monforte. Now I work in my boyfriend's restaurant and I'm learning the ropes of how a restaurant works.

So that you know me a little better here I leave you 10 curious facts about me:

1- I have cleaned elephant poop

2- I can drive a boat (not as a job) no matter how big it is

3- I can speak a little Hungarian

4-I have visited as many islands as I am old

5- Cheese is my favorite food

6-I have traveled alone to several countries

7-I have represented Spain and Monforte in a television program

8-Carnival is my favorite party, but I like any party with costumes

9-I can sex moss but believe me, this is not fun

10-During the biology degree, I finished 94 bic pens

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Hi there!

My name is Iago and I am originally from Chantada, which is a neighboring town of Monforte.

Despite having been living a little bit everywhere over these last few years, I must admit being quite attached to my roots, which leads me to visit my hometown at every available opportunity.

I am currently working as a lecturer with the Arts department at UDC. I have also taught Spanish for some time in the US and in Ireland. Nevertheless, if I had to choose the idyllic place to make a living as a teacher, that would be the awe-inspiring Official Language School of Monforte, where I taught language courses in the past, and to which I am still connected as a student.

Regarding my personal interests, I would define myself as a laid-back cheese and beer lover, who is heavily into reading, traveling, going to the movies, or just hanging out with some friends.