Lunch hour is crazy at SAME Cafe, the 40-seat restaurant my husband and I run in Denver.
A woman in a(n) suit stepped in. "Hi, Libby." she said. Wow, what a ! The first time she came to the cafe two years ago, she had no money to pay. many customers, she volunteered to wash dishes and . Look at her now: confident and hopeful. Wasn't this what we'd hoped for?
In 2003, we'd this crazy dream: start a restaurant with a donation box instead of a cash register. Right away we hit hurdles（阻碍）. "There is no such thing as a lunch," one potential landlord sniffed. I met brokers, bankers and suppliers, only to watch them , shaking their heads. No bank would lend us the money to open a restaurant with no . The only fund we could get was our individual retirement account. we rented space from a landlord on Colfax Street. We put flyers（传单）around the neighborhood, asked friends to the word, and held our breath.
Word traveled fast, stories in the papers and on TV. Soon we had more than 50 customers a day. A few ate without paying or an hour of work. But most gave what they could, it was just a dollar. Those with money gave, and then more. One of our customers left a for 500 dollars. Another bought 1000 dollars in gift certificates. another donated a truck so we could transport from suppliers.
People came here partly for what our cafe —SAME: So All May Eat. We treat everyone with . We hoped to develop a sense of community so that we might one another. The woman in business suit was one of them. Our to open the cafe was worth it.
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Mobile phones are everywhere in big cities. It seems that can live without one. Mobile phones are a great to stay connected with friends and family. , it is important to remember that there are certain times you should not be using your phone, especially as a student, during school.
you are in class, you should not be sending your friends text messages taking phone calls. Your classmates and teacher should not have to deal with this rude . Aren’t you at school to learn?
In the United States, students would never be allowed to their mobile phones during class. If you were to send or a text message you would probably be kicked class. It is very disturbing to hear a lot of tones and ringing during . There are many more rules for mobile phone use in America and it is to respect for those around you.
As a teacher in China, I have to students using mobile phones every day. I have told my class to their phones, but many students do not listen. The to be connected all the time seems to be more than the desire to learn.
It’s easy to understand it is so tempting(诱惑人的) to have your phone on during class. It seems so easy just to send a short text message; it’s not hurting anyone, is it? But you may actually be hurting when you do this. Your teacher knows when you use your phone and may give you a grade. Sending a text message also takes your attention away from what’s going on in class, you may something important.
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请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
For long, a little boy was wondering why his deskmate could rank 1st in the class whenever he wanted to, while he himself failed to: he only ranked 21st.
At home, he asked his Mom, “Mom, am I more than others? I feel I am as obedient and as careful as him, but I always fall behind? ” Hearing the words, Mom was aware that her son began to the sense of self-respect, which was now being injured by the ranking system. at him, she went wordless, not knowing to explain.
In another test, the son ranked 17th, while his deskmate remained 1st. Back home, he the same question. Mom really wanted to inform her son that differs, which means that students ranking 1st are supposed to be cleverer than normal ones. , was this discouraging answer the one that her son was constantly about? Thank goodness she did not open her mouth.
How to answer her son’s question? There were times when she felt an urge to say, “You are too lazy. You are not as hard-working as others…” but she stopped imagining her son suffering from the pains of unsatisfied grades and rankings. She thought it to put any additional burden on his son and was trying to find out a perfect answer.
Time passing swiftly, the son primary school. Despite studying harder and better, he was still unable to keep up with his deskmate. To show her pride of him, Mom decided to him to the sea. During the trip, she managed to give out an answer.
Now, the son no longer worries about his , and there are no boring guys who would inquire his grades in primary school, because, the 1st ranking, he is admitted to Tsinghua University. Back home in winter vacation, he was invited to the students and parents in his high school. In the speech, he mentioned a valuable experience in his childhood, “…When my mother and I were lying on the , she pointed to the front and said, ‘Do you see the seabirds struggling for food over there? When the waves come near, little birds can rise while awkward seagulls would take more time to complete the process. However, have you noticed birds that finally fly the endless ocean are none other than awkward seagulls? ’” The speech many mothers present to tears, including his mother.
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Recently，I flew to Las Vegas to attend a meeting. As we were about to arrive，the pilot announced（宣布） with apology that there would be a slight before landing. High desert winds had the airport to close all but one runway. He said that we would be the city for a few minutes waiting to . We were also told to remain in our seats meanwhile with our seat belts fastened there might be a few bumps(颠簸)．We11, that few minutes turned into about four—five minutes，including a ride that would make a roller coaster(过山车)pale by .
The movement was so sudden that several passengers felt and had to use airsickness bags（晕机袋）. As you might guess，that’s not good thing to happen in a(n) space because it only to increase the discomfort of the situation.
About twenty minutes into the adventure，the entire airplane became very . There was now a sense of worry and fear that could be noticed．Every passenger simply held on for dear life …except one. A was having a good time! With each bump of the he would let out a giggle(咯咯的笑)of happiness. As I observed this, I that he didn’t know he was supposed to be afraid and worried about his He neither thought about the past nor about the future Those are what we grown-ups have learned from . He was the ride because he had not yet been taught to fear it. Having understood this, I took a deep breath and back into my seat, pretending I was on a roller coaster(过山车). I smiled for the rest of the flight. I even to giggle once or twice , which is much to the anger of the man who was sitting next to me and holding the airsickness bag.
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Think about a time you went someplace that you had never been before. It seemed as if it was very and it took a really long time to get there. Then you noticed that th trip did not seem to take nearly as long, it was exactly the same distance. Scientists have studied these common observations. They have come to the that our feeling of how time passes is sometimes based on the of information we are dealing with. The more information we are getting, the more slowly time seems to pass.
On the way to a place, we are faced with unfamiliar sights, , or even smells. We may be reading directions, landmarks, or trying to find a（n） road sign. We are repeatedly processing the information we are .There may be others in the car asking. “Are we there yet?” In fact, the experiences the same things as the passengers.
On the return trip, we are somewhat familiar with the . Now much of the information is not to us. Our brain now processes the information more . We don’t have to take notice of a lot of what we see and hear. We know what to and we screen out the rest.
The process could be to the first and second days of school. On the first day is new and different and time seems to pass slowly. On the second day, you know what to , and your brain spends less time processing new information. , the second day of school usually seems to go forward at a more rapid pace. Thus, in a sense, time when our surroundings become more familiar.
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阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从 1—20各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上涂黑。
"I...I thought you could use it for something." Susan's did nothing to help us understand why a dark blue carpet remnant(零头布料) was being as a birthday gift.The murmured "thanks" could be barely heard as Holly tried not to allow her disappointment to show.
Holly's disappointment didn't become until the following evening when she came downstairs to say good night. "Well, I guess we know how much my best friend me, huh, Mom?" She said , with her head down.
The next morning, I carried a garbage bag outside. My heart sank as I the lid of the garbage can and saw Susan's carpet lying there. only a moment, I picked it up and brought it into the house .
“Susan you and me to go over to her house after school tomorrow .”Weeks later Holly announced as she arrived home from school. her voice carried a so-what attitude , I sensed she was pleased by the invitation.
The next day we to the destination along the winding country road . A tall woman stood in the doorway to us as we approached the small farmhouse. The house was but neatly decorated with used furniture .From the with the woman we knew Susan had long been separated from her parents and she was Susan’s foster mother(养母).
A warm light shone in her eyes as she to me her fondness for Susan . I came to respect this woman who had opened her home to a young girl and attempted to make a difference in her life.
As daylight began to we offered our thanks and said goodbye . Holly sat quietly in the car leaning her body forward as if willing the car to move faster. No sooner had we come to a stop than she opened the car door and walked purposefully toward the garbage can.
“Is this what you were looking for?” I held out the piece of . “Thanks, Mom.” a tear or two from her eyes and fell onto the remnant ,as if , that has become the most precious birthday present in the world.
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Our "Mommy and Me" time began two years ago. My next-door neighbor and fellow .Christie, and I were out in our front yards, watching seven children of about age 6 ride their up and down. "I wish I could take one of my children alone," said Christie.
Then we a plan: When Christie takes one of her children out, I'll her other three. And when she takes care of two of mine, I'll take out.
The children were extremely quick to the idea of "Mommy and Me" time. Christie's daughter, McKenzie, went first. When she returned, the other children showered her with tons of .McKenzie was smiling . Christie looked refreshed and happy. "She's like a child when there's no one else around," Christie shared with me quickly. With her mother all to herself, McKenzie didn't have to make an effort to gain .
Just as Christie had noticed changes McKenzie, I also discovered something different in each of my children during our times. For example, I am always "when my daughter, who is close to me, holds my hand frequently. My stuttering(口吃的)son, Tom, doesn't stutter once during our since he doesn't have to struggle for a chance to speak And the other son, Sam, who's always a when around other children shines as a leader during our times together.
The "Mommy and Me" time us to be simply alone and away with each child—talking, sharing, and laughing, which has been the biggest . Every child to be an only child at least once in a while.
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阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
It was a bitter, cold evening in northern Virginia many years ago. The old man was ____ for a ride across the river. The wait seemed ____. Hie body became stiff(僵硬的) from the cold north wind.
He heard the ____ of approaching hooves(马蹄) running along the frozen path. Anxiously, he ___ as several horsemen rounded the bend. He let the first one pass by ____ an effort to get his attention. Then another passed by, and another. ____, the last rider drew near. The old man caught the rider’s eyes and said, “Sir, would you ____ giving an old man a ride to the other side?”
Reining (勒住) his horse, the rider replied, “Sure thing. Hop____.” The horseman got off and helped the old man onto the horse. He took the old man not ____ across the river, but to his destination.
As they neared the tiny but cozy cottage, the horseman’s ____ caused him to inquire, “Sir, I noticed that you let several other riders pass by. I’m curious ___ you would wait and ask the last rider. What if I had ____ and left you there?”
The old man replied, “I looked into the eyes of the other ___ and immediately saw there was no concern for my situation. It would have been ____ even to ask them for a ride. But when I looked into your eyes, kindness and compassion were ____. I knew your gentle spirit would _____ the opportunity to help me.”
Those heartwarming comments ____ the horseman deeply. “I’m most ____ for what you have said,” he told the old man. “May I ___ get too busy in my own affairs so that I fail to ____ to the needs of others with kindness and compassion.” with that, Thomas Jefferson turned his horse around and made his way back to the White House.
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We’ve all heard about the power of our attitude, and that it’s our attitude that determines how much we succeed in life.If you look around you, you will see that people with a positive attitude life more and are generally happier and more successful than those who walk around grumpy and pessimistic. Our attitude is the driving force in our lives—it can either push you to do great things or pull you down to your demise.
it’s true that humans are born with certain tendencies or orientations, our personalities and attitudes are developed through our relationships and experiences. Our attitudes begin to develop in childhood and constantly evolve and change over the years through day-to-day interactions and experiences.
All the things that you have been , or all the people you have met and interacted with can affect your attitude. Even if you think that all these factors have molded you into a person with a attitude towards life, there is no need to worry as there is always a for change. You can make it by doing some simple things. The first step towards change is to what needs to be changed. You need to do a(n) __ and in-depth self-evaluation so you can point out exactly which of your qualities need to be or totally changed. Besides, we all need to know that what we are trying to accomplish can be achieved, and that we can be more optimistic, more social and more patient. someone who has the kind of attitude that you want to have, and let his or her life give you inspiration and to move beyond your temporary failures on your .
Towards becoming a successful person. In addition, choose the company. Surround yourself with people who’re optimistic and have a positive about life. You’ll see that your effort to change will be with this kind of people as friends. , believe that you’re able to change. Often, the greatest obstacle between us and our is ourselves or our inability to .
What we’re able to do. If you don’t believe in yourself or believe that you or your life change, it just won’t .
It cannot be denied that a positive attitude is very important in living a successful and satisfying life, it’s only right to try to have a positive attitude.
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The 28-year-old had spent six years working nights while she gained her university degree during the day. When she finally , she had her eye on a teaching at a nearby primary school. With the help of her friends, she had with the Head.
“I noticed a tiny in one of my stockings earlier.” she recalled. “I thought about them, but I knew I’d be if I did. And by the time I got to the interview，it was bigger. I walked in apologizing for not looking my best.” The would-be teacher didn’t the job. In fact her friends told her that the Head’s only comment was, “If someone doesn’t take the time to her best image at an interview, what kind of is she going to be?”
In job-hunting, personal is very important. After all, you’re selling a product— —to an employer. When going to a job interview, always brush your hair tidily, polish your shoes and above all, yourself properly. It will give you a competitive and a positive first . The above idea was also suggested in a best-seller for jobseekers named Dress for Success.
First impressions a
re ones. In other words, if you’re viewed positively within the critical first four , the person you’ve met will feel everything you do is positive. Leave the interviewer a bad impression, and often he will guess you have a lot of other characters. In a word, he may not take the time to give you a second . Most employers believe that those who look as if they care about will care about their jobs.
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Very often we will have to speak to a large audience. For example, we may need to give a talk, in which case most of us will be shy and embarrassed. There is no for this. If a few simple rules are , anyone can speak well in . First of all, the talk should be well . In this way we a good command of what we are going to say and up our confidence. By working hard we can get some necessary facts or information ; as a result, we feel much .
There are things we should know when we are preparing our . The first one is what we are trying to do and what we want to tell our . The second thing is who our audience will be. If we are talking to , our talk should be simple. If we are speaking to adults or older people, we can make it if necessary. The third thing we should know is for how we should talk, and we should make sure that we to that time.
It has been that the main of any talk is that your should bring you and the audience together. If you keep that in mind and speak clearly and honestly in a(n) manner, your speech will surly be a successful one.
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阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从1～20各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项选项的标号涂黑。
Every day on the way to work I drive down a street lined with pine trees. One tree in particular ____ my attention. It must have suffered some severe ____. Part of its trunk grew nearly parallel(平行) to the ground, and then in an effort to ____ its own course of life, the trunk took a 90 degree turn ____ to stand tall and stretch（伸展） toward the sun.
This tree became a ____ for me. Each day as I drove by, I saw this bent but determined tree and I would be ____. It was a reminder to me that ____ I may not have had the best start in life, I could change ____ in the paths of my life at any time.
I was planning to stop one day to get a perfect ____ of my kindred-spirit(志趣相同的) tree. But that week I was ____. After that busy week, I still didn’t take any action. Every time I drove by the tree I ____ tell myself, “Tomorrow, I’ll stop tomorrow to take one.” Then one day, as I drove by, I glanced over and, much to my ____, I found a lonely sawed-off stump(树桩) ____ the symbolic tree had stood. It was gone! I had ____ my plan until “tomorrow” and tomorrow proved to be too ____.
A picture of a tree is not of great ____. But my lesson rang through clearly ____ I found out one of my colleagues had been diagnosed with stage-four cancer. He may no longer have many ____.
What have you been putting off? What would you do if you knew you would ____ have the opportunity to do it again? Why not do those things ____ that you have been putting off until tomorrow?
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About five years ago，I found myself working in a terrible middle school. The hours were long and the work was boring. ________, the pay was low. Every day the job seemed a physical ________ for me. My neck would burn with pain from the ________ bending. My feet would ache from ________ the entire day. The skin around my fingernails would ________ because of the work my hands were doing. I tried to keep my ________ up while I worked there, but day by day I felt myself ________ down. Every morning I would press sticking-plaster on my neck, place Band-Aid around my fingers and ________ my worn-out shoes. And every night I would _______ myself home and fall onto the couch.
One evening I felt like I could________ it no more. As I drove home alone, I said to myself. “Why am I working myself here just to ________? Why couldn’t I find a better job than this? Why do I have to ________ this right now?”
I wasn’t really expecting a(n) ________, but life always loves to surprise us. As I ________up the steps to my front door, I found my wife and my son waiting for me ________ smiling faces. “Daddy, Daddy!” my son yelled. I smiled and picked him up with my ________ arms. Then after hugging and kissing him, I laughed for the first time in days and sat down ________. At that time, I found the answer which would give me the ________ I needed to go on.
Eventually I moved on to a better school, but I________ forgot that answer, which had gently reminded me of the simple truth. We may have to work to live, but we live to ________. May you always fill your days with love and joy.
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Several years ago, my son and I had a brief conversation that has really stuck with me.
My Son: “ Were you there for the first of my game, Dad? I started!”
Me: “ I didn’t get back into town and to the game the second quarter... But you did great!”
My Son: “Oh.”
Me: “ But you really need to start better.”
My Son:(Silence)
So, what was wrong with I said? Well, he understood my flight was late and so I the first quarter. And my compliment(表扬) was good. But, the “but ” was the . Instead of just praising him for his accomplishment, I _him for his eating habits. And that criticism crushed(碾碎) the compliment.
, I realize that the words I had spoken weren’t the words my son heard. The moment I said, “ But you really need...” what my son heard was, “ What you did was good, but not quite good enough.”
So what did I take away from this ? First, I learned that accomplishments should be strong and . Saying “great job” or “good work” is a good when complimenting. But it’s even to say something like, “I’m proud that you the staring team. You preserved and worked really hard to get there.” Second, I learned that criticism should not be a compliment. Criticism can be so to the listener that he won’t even hear a compliment more than criticize. Mark Twain once said, “ I can live for two months a good compliment.” Giving your child a strong compliment can greatly and push him forward. Criticizing your child, although necessary at times, quickly take the wind out of his .
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Most parents, I suppose, have had the experience of reading a bedtime story to their children.And they must have how difficult it is to write a children’s book.Either the author has aimed too , so that the children can’t follow what is in his (or more often, her) story, the story seems to be talking to the readers.
The best children’s books are very difficult nor very simple, and satisfy both the who hears the story and the adult who it.Unfortunately, there are in fact few books like this, the problem of finding the right bedtime story is not to solve.This may be why many of the books regarded as of children’s literature were in fact written for .“Alice in wonderland” is perhaps the most obvious of this.
Children, left for themselves, often the worst possible interest in literature.Just leave a child in a bookshop or a and he will more willingly choose the books written in an imaginative way, or have a look at most children’s comics, full of the stories and jokes which are the objections of teachers and right-thinking parents.
Perhaps we parents should stop to brainwash children into accepting our taste in literature.After all children and adults are so that we parents should not expect that they will enjoy the same books.So I suppose we’ll just have to compromise（妥协） over the bedtime story.
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