My Memorable Summer Vacation: A Personal Account of My English Writing Journey
As the summer vacation approached, I felt excited about the fun times and all the time I would have to relax. However, something else was brewing in my mind, English writing. I had always struggled with writing in English, but I knew I had to get better. This summer was the perfect opportunity.
I started by setting a goal for myself – write an essay every day for the duration of the summer vacation. Armed with a pen and some paper, I started writing, and after the first few days, I felt like giving up. My essays were poorly structured, and the grammar was all over the place. But quitting was not an option. So, I decided to seek help.
My first resource was the internet. I searched for tips on how to improve English writing and came across some great resources. I discovered online writing communities where I could get feedback on my work. I also found writing prompts that kept me going when I was out of ideas.
Next, I turned to my English teacher, who was more than willing to help. We discussed my problems, and I realised that I had been working with the wrong mindset. I used to write as if I was speaking out loud, but I learnt the importance of writing in a formal tone.
With newfound knowledge and support from my teacher and online community, I was determined to improve. I started to notice the changes in my essays. They were better structured, and the grammar had improved. The risk of repeating the same mistakes reduced substantially.
One essay that stands out for me is the one I wrote after recovering from COVID-19. It was titled “Finding Strength to Overcome Challenges.” In this essay, I wrote about how I had to overcome several obstacles, including the virus and anxiety. Writing this essay allowed me to get all my emotions out and helped me to recover from the ordeal.
Another essay that helped me learn new things was “Exploring My Favourite Books.” I love reading novels, and writing this essay allowed me to reflect on what I had learnt from them. More importantly, it helped me to hone my writing skills further. By analysing the themes, characters, and writing styles, I was able to generate more informed arguments in my writing.
As the summer vacation was coming to an end, I realised I had not only achieved my goal, but I had also honed my writing skills in a way that I had never imagined possible. I had become more confident and was no longer intimidated by the thought of writing in English.
In conclusion, my summer vacation this year was not just about having fun and relaxation, but it was also a journey of growth and development. My continued practice, interest in learning, and help from my English teacher and online writing community played a critical role in my progress. I am proud of the improvements I have made and cannot wait to see where my writing journey takes me next.
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