Learn English with another short story. This time it’s a 300-word story by Katherine Brush, often used in literature classes, full of vivid imagery and with an emotional twist. I read the story to you, and then go through each line, explaining vocabulary and grammar.
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Hello! It's interesting to read the different interpretations you have of this story. ๐โค
I assumed that the wife is the victim here, but some of you have a different perspective. What did he say to her? After at least 10 years of marriage, wouldn't she know that he doesn't like surprises like this? What is the significance of the pink candle?
In any case, it is a sad story and we just want them to be happy together!
Luke! I' ve just found you on the youtube, and I'm so grateful for that! I usually listen the little stories that you read . It's awesome to know that, there is a big hope for me improving my english skills. I was so sad in my country (Hungary), because I've not met my British friends so long time…… I couldn't hear english from native speakers. And you are as a tourch, lightning in the darkness could show me-NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE!!!! Thank you so much for your work!! God bless you man! Now I'm sending my best wishes to you from Hungary!!!!
Thanks for your help teacher.
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thankyou thankyou thankyou I just discovered your Chanel and i love the way you teach and I know it would help me alot to improve my Englishโค
Thanks a lot, Luke, for your captivating podcast. I thoroughly enjoy every episode you release.
0:00: ๐ A short story about a birthday party with a twist.
5:52: ๐ A heartbreaking story of a couple at a birthday party, revealing their strained relationship through subtle interactions.
10:59: ๐ Heartbreak and hidden unhappiness in a seemingly glamorous marriage.
17:06: ๐ซ Insight into a couple's relationship dynamics based on unmistakable behavior indicating marriage.
21:25: ๐ Fading beauty and sadness in a relationship affecting a woman's appearance.
26:58: ๐ Embarrassment over a simple birthday cake reflects the husband's arrogance and lack of appreciation.
32:21: ๐ Revelation of the wife needing help discreetly, husband's embarrassment highlighted through language use.
37:37: ๐ Difficulty facing a distressing situation, leading to avoiding eye contact and waiting in discomfort.
43:14: ๐ฉ A woman in a carefree and happy mood cries under the big brim of her hat at a party.
Be excited in the way you interpret the story! Thank you so much!
That's one of the best Lule's videos! Even if it may sound a bit weird, it is so, really!
Sorry, I couldn't come up with any other interpritation of the story, Luke. Just couldn't agree with you more on the points you make here! And, many thanks for your work, Luke! )) +++
Very sad
Really really nice video. I really enjoyed the reading and learning though ๐ thanks! I just "really" like it ๐ โค I thought 45 min it's too long at first๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
i am a really happy to discover your best channel, thank you for your efforts, i hope that's helpes me to improve my english.
Lecture et explication superbes.
J adore vos explications du texte
I think he said he never loved her
Really an amazing video, your accent is good for me and I can totally understand you. I ve already subscribed your channel, hoping more videos like this one will be made in the nearly future. Support from Chengdu, China!
Having already been described the man as too full of himself, as conceited, in spite of a 10-year marriage, the humiliating reaction from him towards his innocent and loving wife, was the expected one, unfortunately.
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Hello Luke, Iโve been listening your podcast over month now and my english is getting better each day. I wish you all the best – you deserve it! Just keep doing what youโve been doing. Youโve got the power to make other people feel happy! Thanks a lot.
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I am not used to listen british english! But I just loved to hear your class, your english. And I am very happy that I understood everything! Thankyou
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Thank you so much Luke! I learned a lot of things from this lesson.
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If love is over nothing can help. If you love someone you can't be aggressive. In other hand you should feel then other part don't like you. Or could get in bad situation.
Iโm very grateful about this video, your explanation about it is impecable
The husband probably said, "You embressed me."
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