Exercise 1b, page 48.0:00
I lost my job 6 months ago because the company I worked for went bankrupt and had to close down.0:12
I've been looking everywhere for another place to work—in the newspapers, online.0:19
I even go around personally to businesses and leave my CV with them.0:23
So far though, nothing.0:27
I hope something comes along soon.0:29
Since my car accident, when I injured both legs, I've had to learn to get around in a wheelchair.0:34
I've been having physical therapy for 3 months now, and I'm told there's a good chance I will walk again.0:40
Meanwhile, I try to stay cheerful.0:46
Most people are very kind, helping me get onto buses and up ramps and that sort of thing.0:49
Accepting the fact that I've lost my sight was difficult.0:57
I've always hated the idea of relying on others to help me get around.1:01
You feel such a burden.1:05
Now I've just bought the most wonderful dog.1:07
He's a marvelous companion and never leaves my side.1:09
When we go out together, he guides me safely across the road without bumping into anyone.1:13
But Celia and I got engaged last month and I gave her a huge golden diamond ring.1:20
Now we're looking for a house to buy.1:27
Celia really wants something with a swimming pool and stables for the horses.1:29
So long as we find something by next June, we're getting married then.1:33
After that, I've booked a luxury cruise on the French Riviera for our honeymoon.1:37
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