podcastsinenglish Level 2.143 Milestones
Jun 28, 2018
Jackie and Richard celebrate personal milestones in their lives. Richard recalls the excitement of being the first in his family to attend university and living away from home. Jackie shares her journey of passing her driving test, highlighting her newfound independence. Richard reminisces about buying a one-way ticket to Hong Kong, sparking a love for travel. Additionally, Jackie reflects on the impact of owning her first home computer, which connected her to home and the world. It's a heartfelt exploration of transformative life events!
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First Time Away For University
- Richard describes going to university as his first time living away from home and a major family milestone.
- He was the first in his family to qualify for university and it changed his life trajectory.
Driving Test Brought Independence
- Jackie remembers passing her driving test as a milestone because she paid for lessons herself and faced difficult London traffic.
- Passing made her feel independent and gave a strong sense of achievement.
One-Way Ticket To Hong Kong
- Richard recounts buying a one-way ticket to Hong Kong as a youthful milestone inspired by reading atlases and encyclopedias.
- He didn't return to the UK for three years and began a lifetime of travel.