For me English has been my favorite language to learn and to use. I on purpose use English on my social media accounts. I read articles, news, watch videos, movies, and listen to the songs; often in English. But rather being an active English user, I prefer to label myself as a passive speaker of English. I think it's safe to say the least, since I quite have a few time casually speak English with anyone. I just find myself understanding many things presented in English.
Though my English is still nurtured by my willingness to keep my social media accounts all in English -- therefore I still managed to be a passive speaker -- I think the best idea is to be an active one. That is why, in my honest opinion, writing some 'stupid things' like this in English can be somehow exercising my English. At least I can remind myself of some formulas to make a few decent sentences. When I type any sentence in English, I will simultaneously 'pronounce' it in my head.
I have to admit, lately, I've been using less English in my daily activities. Since I went to the Seminary of Sipoholon, I had no longer speak English to anyone as I had no one to speak to like I used to do in Senior High School. Only my brother Marlinton was willing to do so.
But in the middle of my years at Sipoholon, I have something to cherish, and I realize there was hope I can lean on. Gospel Light for Indonesia, or GLfI, a non-profit church-ministrial organization came to do some works at STGH. I still remember Mr. Shadrach Escalona whom with I had an experience to do some preach translations. He was helping me a lot to keep my English 'alive'. We often exchange dialogues in English. I also have the similar experience with Ms. Pamela, Ms. Irish, and Ms. Christine.
Unfortunately, as soon as GLfI accomplished their missions at Sipoholon, I have no longer in a good environment to maintain my English. I came back to my old habit; learning English as a passive speaker rather than as an active one.
My only wish is that my loving partner would read this and know that I'm longing for someone to exchange chats in English. She could be the perfect partner for it, couldn't she? Nothing to be afraid or shy of. We've known each other. Thus, we will learn together and correct each other's mistakes.
That's what I'm wishing for.
Let's learn English.
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