Hi Jo, by the time you read this little message you should be finished with your first set of translation exams, and my expectation is that you will do fabulously!

You have an excellent command of the English language and your postings here demonstrate a better grasp of the language than many native born English speakers.

The city you like where you took the tests, was that Helsinki that you said you loved? I ask because while I have been to Europe several times, I have never visited Scandinavia, and some friends and I have been talking about making a trip possibly next Spring or Summer, but haven't finalized on a location.

I enjoy reading your blog because you sound so normal. Not always perfect but always trying, and sticking with it in spite of some difficult times. I think you are a great example for others, since none of us is ever perfect, as much as we would like to be so.

Keep up the good work, best wishes in all that you do,

Valerie