Hi everyone, I spent roughly 2 years learning Mandarin and meeting new people on this website. This is a wonderful website for anyone who wants to learn any language. I was first introduced to this website in Nov 2007 and at first I only wanted to meet people and make friends. I didn't take learning too serious, but as time passed by, I became more and more interested in learning. I have to say, it was fun and interesting chatting with so many different people around the world. I want to thank you to all those people who took their time to teach me Mandarin. My comprehension and communication level has really improved dramatically since then until now. Ironically, this website had changed a big part of my life. It had led me to meet people who I never imagined and learned new things. It certainly gave me a whole new perspective of linguistic and cultural diversity. A friend of mine introduced me to this site and allowed me to experienced something really valuable. Through his inspiration and motivation, it has advanced me to the level I am at today. Because this site is limiting the number of friends, I apologize to those who wants to add me but are unable. I created another page which you can add me: http://www.italki.com/T004109784.htm I am always looking to meet new people all around the world. For those of you who wish to have a good chat with me can add me directly on MSN Messenger: [email protected] The one and only, Alfred