"Practice of Space-order Paragraph"

It is a traditional Dutch living room in this picture. At the left side of this picture is a wooden cupboard, upon the door of which is a work of Millar. Looking through the door, beautiful plates are put at the top of the shelves set on both side of the walls, and a tea service is placed at the other two sets. Beside the cupboard is a writing table. If lighting the lamp up, it would be a wonderful place for reading.

The back door is next to the writing table, and there is also a big window which is decorated by potted plants. Between the back door and the window is a clock hangs in the wall, and a small side table is beneath it. In the right side of the room is a fumy stove which can be heated by coal. However, I think it is quite dangerous to burn the coal in the house especially in winter when the fresh air is not sufficient enough. Beside the stove is a cozy rocking-chair. I can imagine how comfortable will be when sewing on that chair!

In the middle of the room is a table with red cloth, and it seems that this family usually have their tea here. Under the table, there is a straw map extending on the wooden floor, and above the table is an old-fashioned kerosene lamp, which looks warm.

I have read some travel journals, and found that people in Europe lead a slow-paced life. They usually have brunch in stead of breakfast and dine out late at night. Between two meals, they would have some afternoon tea, which they enjoy very much. From this picture, it is evident that they pay much emphasis on tea time. Imagine that chatting in this living room with an elegant tea set and good tea. What a lazy afternoon! They really enjoy their lives, I believe.

"My Classmate"

One of my classmates is Kevin. He comes from Taichung, which is warm and people there are friendly. He goes home twice a month, because he thinks that takes too much time on the bus. His favorite color is light blue, which he thinks may bring him good fortunes.

Just like other boys, Kevin likes to play basketball. Because all our classmates want to win the champion, the basketball club he joins practice very hard. They play basketball after class and even on weekends. He is looking forward to the coming contest and hoping to beat other teams.

Kevin also likes traveling. One of the reasons he likes to travel is that he can experience the different sights and customs through traveling. He went to Hokkaido with his family this winter. It was very cold and snowy at that time, and they even encountered a storm which trapped them on the road. Although it is quite dangerous, he likes the beautiful scenery and the snow which cannot be easily seen in Taiwan. He thought that Hokkaido is a spot worth traveling again.

Kevin has a girl friend, Ivory. He often holds her hands and they walk on the campus at leisure. Next time if you see a boy wears glasses and goes hand in hand with a pretty girl, just say hello to Kevin and Ivory!

"How to Go to See a Doctor in Taiwan?" the first edition

Outline
1. go to see a doctor in an effective way
2. five tips for going to a doctor
3. prepare before going to a doctor, and have an advantage of it

Composition
Going to a doctor in Taiwan is more convenient than other countries, for the density of hospitals and clinics here are large. Although there are many medical places for medical treatment and is quite easy to find a doctor, it is necessary to get prepared if an efficient treatment is needed.

Here are five tips to follow. First, make an appointment before going to see a doctor, and double check with the secretary before the day you visit. Next, find out your national health insurance card and hand it to the nurse when you register. Then wait for your turn. If you feel really uncomfortable, ask for some helps, and maybe you can cut in line. Third, tell the doctor clearly the worst symptom that haunted you most. For example, do not merely complain about the dreadful headache but point out “where”, “when” and “how” your head aches. This helps the doctor to clarify the disease so to make a suitable prescription. Another important thing to be mentioned is that before you leave the hospital, check the drugs carefully. Make sure that those are your medicament. Finally, take the medicine by the instruction of doctor. You can see the improvement of your health.

Because in Taiwan, the time of doctor for one patient is limited, express clearly how you feel in a direct way is essential. Therefore, both doctors and patients do good to each other. Why not prepare before you go to a doctor next time? It may not only cure your disease but also the dislike of treatments.


~this is the edition that never printed out~

"The Present"

I have just read a book. It tells a little story about how to work efficiently and happily. The first step is to cherish the time “now”, and very concentrate on everything you do once a time. Next, learn from the past. Take advantage to the past and think about it carefully. Don’t sink into it, but try to use the experiences and grow from the ones. Finally, you can create an imaginable future; make planes to fulfill your dream.

a special Saturday!

Today I have two free meals to eat in Taipei! But that means I will become fat immediately at night.

I want to thanks Miss Lai, because she gives us the chance to have an abundant and also delicious breakfast in Grand Hyatt Hotel, a high-class hotel which I have never gone into.

At night, I saw many of my seniors at the restaurant, some of whom and my teacher I saw only once a semester! We chatted and laughed happily, although I was really tired-out.

It was another busy day, but I enjoyed this kind of business. ^^

"The French in London" from BBC

This is a program made for students learning English, and it is really easy!!! I thought it would be very difficult in understanding without a script of the conversation, but it was not so hard as I thought, in fact, it is an usual chat. I can totally understand it. My English is not so bad at all!

Go click and listen to this program, and you will find that English is actually a piece of cake!


http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/radio/specials/1557_london_extra/page2.shtml

Coming of "Die Schopfung"~

Next Wednesday will be significant to me. About two months ago, I decided to participate in a performance in Taipei Medical School, and the day finally comes! I am wondering how it will be when the chorus, the wind band and the soloists present this show, without much practice. Everyone there are good, the singing skill, of course, is the part I care most. I met many friends there, and we are all enjoy in the music, especially in chorus^^.

I am looking forward to the day! Hoping that I can do my best!!!

reflection

I wonder whether it is a rule that people who are busy will use their time in the most efficient way. Recently, there are businesses occupied most of the time, (I kept complaining about this…) but the more I have to do, the more I will do. I really learn how to distribute time and how to make a proper plane. I think it is worth to be tired out. ^^

re "A silent noise"

I believe that it’s part of my fault to make you upset. I will change my attitude and place more attention on the group business.

the mid-term of chemistry

It’s really scary this morning! Because we had a chemistry mid-term exam in the afternoon, I did not feel quite well. Last time, I did bad on it and get a terrible grade, but this time I spend more time on preparing it; however, I don’t think I can get a nice score this time. Even though I spend more time, but when I am writing the test, there are still so many questions that I can’t figure out.
How can I get a good grade on chemistry?

too busy for me...

Today I check on my schedule in the morning and suddenly found out that the schedule is almost full! It is occupied by homework, exams and some activities we student major in Chinese medicine must attend. One third of the time I give it to the chorus I join, and the time left is little, not to say study carefully, I wonder most of the time that could I really go through the text for one time? I don’t like this way of life…too busy for me.

too busy for me...

Today I check on my schedule in the morning and suddenly found out that the schedule is almost full! It is occupied by homework, exams and some activities we student major in Chinese medicine must attend. One third of the time I give it to the chorus I join, and the time left is little, not to say study carefully, I wonder most of the time that could I really go through the text for one time? I don’t like this way of life…too busy for me.

minor things

The weather was good these days, sunny and breeding. When I walked slowly from downstairs our dorm, I enjoyed the fresh air, the light wind, and the bird’s singing in the morning. I think I can pay more attention on the minor things in which I can escape the business a little while.

complain

I don’t like the way I live now.
Always busy, busy, and busy; always have duties pup out to surprise us.
Another way to explain the odd condition is only to slow down the pace of the life, but I see no way to smooth it…

campanion in chorus with other schools

It’s a happy day, but it is also tiring. I went to Taipei Medical University this weekend for the performance and for learning some techniques about singing. Today the whole day, we practiced two brand-new songs which is ought to be trained in weeks. I am pretty nervous, because others seemed familiar with those songs. However, it turned out to be great! The harmony between each part of the chorus is excellent!

One of the songs, “Alleluia” composed by Randall Thompson, is peaceful but a little grief. It is quite difficult to present this song in an attracting way; nevertheless, we did it! Although I cannot proudly say that we did great, I am contented that we can complete this song within half an hour.

Another one is “Razzle, Jazzle”. It is a song with jazz style. It impress me with light, hopping, and let’s-go-to-dance mood. A song that makes people happy, and I really enjoy it!

this morning

We have a mid-term exam of Chinese medical diagnostics today. I was wondering yesterday that I may fail to prepare it well, and be flunked at the end of this semester…(depressed). But it turns out that some part of the test is pretty tough to answer, for me, I am not sure how many score I can get.

Forget it! I need something to cheer up!

Maybe going to a movie is a good choice~

complain

Today is Monday, but how would I wonder why it is already Wednesday (I mean in the middle of a week). So busy, so many tests, and so many trifles to do. When will I get rid of all this…(sigh~)

Schools say iPods becoming tool for cheaters

news from CNN:http://www.cnn.com/2007/EDUCATION/04/27/ipod.cheating.ap/index.html


outline ------------------>>>>

1.Schools across the country(here means America) are targeting digital media players as a potential cheating device. Because school officials realized some students were downloading formulas and other material onto the players.

2.Some students thinks that the ban has not stopped some students from using the devices.People who are going to cheat are still going to cheat, with or without them.

3.Conversely, Duke University in North Carolina began providing iPods to its students three years ago as part of an experiment to see how the devices could be used to enhance learning.


reflection --------------->>>>

I-Pod has been more and more popular in Taiwan. Almost every student in high school has one. The advantage of i-Pod does on learning is providing the listening practices, but in reality, the chance is that students regard it only as a media player that provides entertainment rather than a tool of learning. It is pitiable that we own a useful tool but no one can get advantage of it in some proper way.

an interesting day

Yesterday some classmates and I went to my high school to propagate the summer camp held in Chang Gung. Though it was exhausted, I still felt very excited that I can go back, especially when teachers were all there. Sometimes I may a little bit upset that why my classmates and I don’t have leisure time to visit old friends or teachers, but this time, even though it was for some other reasons, I would treasure this special memory.

a short note

Kind of bored this afternoon…
I had planted to go to National Palace Museum today, but it rained since morning. Actually I would rather stay at home than going out in a rainy day. When finish all this paper, it would be great to read a good book, and with a cup of tea would be even better!