I’ve set myself a new challenge: I’m going to stop using Google Translate when speaking in class. I know I’ll still experience those mental blocks, but I feel that relying on a translator to hold conversations is holding me back more and more. This group feels like a safe space to take risks and just give it a go, so I’ve just had my first class without it. While it wasn’t easy, I’m glad I did. Does anyone else go blank when trying to speak Spanish in class? Curious how others handle this.

Today we talked about a sensitive topic that required some very specific vocabulary. Expressing yourself on a topic like this isn't easy, but everyone did a great job. Thank you for making it such a respectful and engaging discussion. @Sarah P @Emily Emilia S @Palle Raun @Marvin Marshall @Tony K @Kari P @Trevor Anderson We'll be back next time with something a little more cheerful! ☀️☕🇪🇸

It was a very interesting conversation where everyone shared their ideas, goals, and dreams. 📌 Fun facts I learned in class: - 😄 Toly told us that his friend had four different wives. What a story! - 🎨 Sonia said she knows how to paint. I definitely want to see her artwork! - 🤫 And there was also some gossip... but it's Kari's secret, so it stays in the classroom. 😅 Thank you all for joining the class and making it such a fun and enjoyable experience. See you in the next class! 😊 @Dana Buck @Sophia Carter @Tony K @Emily Emilia S @Kari P @Marvin Marshall @Alisa K. @Sonia C. C. Torres @Derick Jay Mitchell @Chris Fernandez @Meredith P. @Trevor Anderson

Para mí amigos en Wake Up and Speak Spanish 6/30

Hoy asistí mi primera clase intermedia con Ramón. Al principio, estaba nerviosa porque no soy avanzada en español, pero las compañeras fue muy amable y paciente con mi. Aprendí nuevas palabras como: llevaría, durar, y conejito. Estoy emocionada para la proxima clase.