【推荐2】A hero isn’t just a superman that flies around saving people. A hero can be a volunteer worker, a teacher, or even a _________ member. My hero just so happens to be my dad, which may sound like something _________ to you. You would also say your mom or dad is your hero because they raised you, or you’re always able to _________ them. My _________ are like that as well. _________, I still consider my dad a hero above everybody else and he _________ deserves it.

My dad has always been caring and loving. When I was young, he was the one that stayed at home with me, taking _________ of me and loving me wholeheartedly. He also helped me with my _________ so I could do well in my schoolwork. I couldn’t ask for a _________ dad. I love how my dad __________ my mom as well. He is a fantastic __________, so my mom is willing to share her sorrows and joys with him. Besides, my dad is always __________ to offer a helping hand, sharing housework and solving her problems at work. He has also shown others his good __________ by serving our country and helping the community.

My dad isn’t a great person who changes the world, but he has __________ my little world. He is a great __________ for me and I’d like to be an ordinary hero like him.

【推荐3】Yesterday, Sophie, who gained fame for surviving two horrific accidents in her childhood, announced on the Internet that she is expecting her first child. “The biggest_________of all will be arriving in September!” she wrote.

Friends, family and supporters were quick to_________the mum-to-be with love and _________in the comment section.

“Oh Sophie, you have been a part of our consciousness since you were little. I have followed your _________from each tragedy along your journey. My wife and I were _________by your life experiences but the strength _________by you is most impressive. You darling, are a(n)_________and now an inspiring mum. We are all_________for you both.” Sophie’s friend said.

Sophie and her husband Joseph have_________each other since they were six years old, but didn’t start dating until after __________from their universities. They took their__________to the next level and became married in 2023.

“She has always been the__________person I’ve ever known. I could know from our first handshake, a very firm hold,” Joseph told the interviewer “Strong, confident and generous, those three words best__________Sophie. That’s what I__________when I’m with her.”

Now they are eagerly__________the arrival of their own happiness. Hearty congratulations to the expectant parents-to-be!

【推荐3】When my friend suggested we join the Tai Chi Club at school, I ______. I always believed tai chi was for the ______. After the first class, however, I had to admit I was ______ about tai chi. It was amazing! Just as importantly, ______ tai chi has inspired me to explore the Chinese culture behind it.

The first few ______ were interesting and easy. The moves with descriptive names ______ my imagination. My coach also told me the history of tai chi. ______, after learning the basics of tai chi, I found myself bored and aching from doing the same ______ over and again. Luckily, my coach taught me how to relax my muscles and focus on peace of mind while performing the routine.

Eventually, tai chi ______ a state of physical balance and mental peace. A year of practicing tai chi has had a positive effect on my everyday life. I sleep better at night, and I am more energetic during the day. I am sure I will continue to practice tai chi and enjoy the ______ it has brought me.

【推荐1】Months earlier, my wife Lisa had just woken up at 4:45 when she heard voices coming from the upstairs room. And then she decided to _________ what’s going on. She _________ that our son, Hunter, had been playing a video game since he got home from school the previous day. What she found _________ both of us.

We were tired of the _________ of time Hunter spent playing video games. He would often sleep until 1:00 or 2:00 pm on Saturdays because he _______ playing games until 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning. I came up with an idea and told it to Lisa. _________ immediately, video-game time in our house would have to be _________, just like money. I set the _________ rate: Each mile _________ equals 30 minutes of video-game play.

The first couple of days didn’t go very __________. Instead of choosing to run, he decided to __________ the new program and spend that time sleeping. Eventually, Hunter came around, and the temptation (诱惑) of playing games was just too much. He decided he would __________.

Five months later, Hunter was __________ when he finished second in his age group in his first 10K, achieved third in his first 10-mile race, and completed second in his first half marathon. Recently, he took first place in the 25K in downtown Houston. Hunter’s __________ now is to have the fastest marathon time in our family.

Running teaches him to invest time that needs to be spent in __________ efforts, to do hard things, and then to enjoy a reward.

【推荐2】Jennifer was a waitress at the Big Cheese, and she was a single mom to a 16-year-old daughter Mary and 3-year-old son Jack. Life was ________ for her to make money and take care of her children.

________, all the people working at the Big Cheese were just like a big family and they tried to ________ one another and did what’s best for each other. Everyone worked hard to make the restaurant’s daily ________ go smoothly.

Jennifer was offered a flexible (灵活的) schedule at the Big Cheese. Jack couldn’t be around sick kids at day care. Jennifer had to take time off work when she couldn’t find a sitter (临时保姆). They gave her another shift (轮班) to make up for the one she ________. They were really ________ .

One Friday morning, Jennifer was ________ to go in for work to open the restaurant at 11. But she failed to find a sitter for Jack, which really made her feel ________. However, the manager allowed her to wait until Mary was ________ after school.

After coming into work, Jennifer was about to have her whole day turned around in the best way. A husband and wife that just ________ some sandwiches were so kind and left Jennifer a $200 tip with ________, which was great help for her and she was deeply ________. That is more than money. It’s just true ________.

Sometimes, when someone ________ difficulties in their life, a small act can make a ________ and go a long way.