Time is our most cherished possession. If we didn't have time to live, there would be no point in having lots of money, friends and so on. Some may think that playing computer games is a waste of time; others disagree. I think it is a waste of time, for two important reasons. 

First, it is not like real life. Many believe that playing computer games familiarize children with real life. In contrast, I think it makes children misunderstand real life. In computer games, you may die, but it's nothing because you can always be given other chances to live. However, in real life you cannot. If you die, then you cannot come back to life. Of course, it would be great if we could come back to life after we die, but we cannot. So, when children play these games, they gradually believe that they will always have another opportunity to live, therefore they will be willing to make crazy, indeed fatal risks in real life. For instance, I have a cousin, called Hossein, he is always playing computer games and he is really interested in computer car games. His favorite game is "Need for Speed" that's a computer game in which you have to compete with other drivers to win the game. In the game you can drive very fast and reach speeds of nearly two hundred mph. Of course, he always tries to drive as fast as he can to be the winner of the game. I remember that one time he and I were driving to another city in order to take him to university. We had to drive for ten hours to get to the city. In the middle of the night, I became tired and he said that he would drive. When I woke up we were in his university's city. I just couldn't believe it because we were supposed to get to the city the following noon. He drove the car too fast and, you know, we were lucky that we did not die. I asked him why he drove so fast, he said that he played computer games all day every day and he was adversely affected by the game, to the point that he couldn't control himself and attempt to drive more wisely. As you can see, playing computer games is not only a waste of time, but it is also very dangerous. 

Second, ........

Hi everyone. 

Today, I'm going to speak to you about my wonderful grandmother.
She's 83 years old, and has a strong spirit. She had to work when she was 11 years old, cleaning and serving houses. She hasn't had an easy life, used to work for less than 1$ per day, but never gave up.
Before washing machines people had to wash clothes with their hands. Also, back then there was no hot water with which to wash the clothes, amongst other things...
She lived as a civil warrior, another difficult challenge in her already complicated life.

In those days, she also spent a lot of time hungry, due to a shortage of food.
In spite of that fact, she never lost her smile.
My grandmother is my mother, she raised me and my sister. My mum worked and my grandparents looked after us.
My grandmother never thinks about herself, always others.

Thanks for the correction -

A salute to your grandmother.. 

I am proud of my girlfriend.

I am happy because my girlfriend passed her driving test today(<-use this instead). In the morning I wrote to her to encourage her and to re-assure her that she would be able to pass. I said "Never give up!"

Introduction

 

Hello all,
My name is David and I am from Madrid in Spain. This is the first time that I have written on Italki and I would like to make some friends who can help me with my english. In return, I can offer assistance to those who wish to speak Spanish. 
If you can help me, please let me know. (<- more informal)

Thank you in advance.

Hi 

I would like to learn English. I am a beginner. I love meeting new people. Please help me to learn this language. Where I can, I will help you.
I'm 40 years old. I have 3 brothers and one sister, all older than me. I have one son, he is 2 years old. I like sports and I play tennis.

Idiomatic Expressions Practice.

1. He would have won the race, if he was a tough cookie.
2. On Saturday I met an old friend of mine who I haven't seen for ages. We went to the restaurant and chewed the fat about the old days.
3. My nephew's granny is very kind and she is full of beans.
4. John always puts himself in a real pickle because he doesn't finish his work on time.
5. Many desserts were served in the dinner but I didn't eat one. I don't have a sweet tooth.
6. My friend Amina is a sweetie pie. She has a great sense of humor.
7. Jamie acted as cool as a cucumber when the little boy broke his new car window.
8. Despite forgetting his homework, the student looked as if butter wouldn't melt in his mouth.
9. I'm going to attend my neighbor's daughter wedding party. I have too much on my plate tomorrow but I can't refuse this invitation.
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I don't know how frequently these idiomatic expression are used in spoken English.

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Haha, from an Irish English perspective these are all relevant and still in use except number 2, well done.   

All present tense*

The classroom's wall shows all of the childrens' art works, the pictures, and pedagogical narrations. It also has a Valentine's theme decoration. There are cabbies near the entrance. Also, there is an office right next to it. The restroom is near the office and there are bathrooms for boys and girls. They have a sink for the teachers. There are four circular tables with chairs in the middle of the classroom. All play areas are located at the back of the classroom. There is a block area, a drama area, circle time area(?), and a big table area.

Another way of writing your last sentence: There is an area for blocks, drama, circle time and a big table area.  

I am thinking about you.

Spring is here early this year.
I think it is fantastic.
She is doing the washing up, while I am writing to you.
We are both saving money.
(Question) Do you know how expensive flats are?  / (Statement) You know how expensive flats are.
Are you still going out with Alison?
I hope so.
Write back soon please.


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