My city

　　Do you know the city which is famous for its bright red tiles and giant green trees? Do you remember the city which has held the sailing competition during the 2008 Olympics? Yes! It’s Qingdao , my lovely hometown.

　　Qingdao is a coastal city with a large population in the east of China. It nurtures many famous brands which have stood steadily in the world-wide market, like Tingtao Beer and Haier. So every Qingdaoer is proud of our harmonious society environment.

　　I like Qingdao, the city which I have lived in her bosom since I was born. I have travelled through all the places in Qingdao, but the most impressive place in my memory is the beach in summer.

　　I remembered, last summer, my friend and I was separated –she would go abroad for further education. She left Qingdao without saying good-bye, which struck me so suddenly that I always felt there was a large hole in my heart which could not be cured for good. I had no mood for anything, just walking along the road with nothing to do. It was not until I found the beach that I was quickly influenced by its animated atmosphere.

　　The sea moved with shining waves. Many passionate people were swimming, talking and playing with big smiles on their faces. It was quite frequent to see crowds of friends play water polo or lie on a big craft which is filled with air. There was no dearth of such people who lie down on the beach, having enjoyable sun bath. Young children chased from one side to the other. Oh, Look! There were people having sports competition. Although it was just for fun, also competitive. The wind blew with everyone’s passion, making the summer more vivid.

　　I sat in a corner, watching the scenes around me. Little by little, I forgot all my sorrow magically and got excited thanks to the new hope. I should forgive her going away with no word because she was my friend who would never betray me. She must have something more important to do or just didn’t want to see both of us crying sadly when we have to say good-bye. Although she went abroad, she used to be my friend and we surly had a good time with each other which I would remember in my heart. Meanwhile, I thought, summer was so lovely and energetic that I shouldn’t waste my time doing things which were meaningless. I should make up my mild and catch up with the quickly passing time. I would chase my goal with new courage and get improved with her at the same time!

　　It was you, my lovely city, inspired me of force, confidence, tolerance and enthusiasm. Your respectable spirit will stay in my heart wherever I go and whatever I do.