创造性的爱好

河北 胡金莹

兴趣爱好如同我们生活中的调味剂，有了它，我们的生活更充实，更多彩。 培养创造性的兴趣爱好并不是一件难事，只要用心思考，善于观察，你就可以拥有属于自己的兴趣爱好。

Finding new creative hobbies is a great way to give yourself a sense of purpose. Plus, you never know where your new creative pursuits may lead to! Participating in creative hobbies has so many benefits for you. With many courses online, picking up a new skill is easier than ever._1_

Hand lettering is one of the biggest creative hobbies right now. It is the process of creating decorative letters.____2 You can use any type of writing or drawing tools, ranging from pens to markers to brushes and beyond. Hand lettering also allows you to develop your own unique style with just a little bit of practice.

If you like plants, consider taking up flower arranging to express yourself._3_There are many books and websites that offer courses as well. Flower arranging is something anyone can get into, and you can use the things you make to brighten up your home.

_____4 It can be as simple as just sitting down and writing a journal every day, or even just brainstorming a short story you want to write. Don't try jumping into writing a novel right away, take some time to build up, and get into the habit of writing every day.

Photography is a great way to get your juices flowing. That doesn't mean you need to drop a couple thousand dollars on a professional-grade camera._5_Consistency is key when you are trying to pick up this creative hobby.

These are some of the many creative hobbies that have been trends recently. So take up a creative hobby and you will become happier and more productive.

Reading Check

Complete the text with the sentences given below.

A. You can even start with just your cellphone.

B. All you need is the materials and some inspiration.

C. Many local flower shops offer classes for beginners.

D. It is just the perfect time to take up a new creative hobby.

E. You don't need to be the next J.K. Rowling to start writing.

F. The most appealing part is that there are endless ways to do it.

G. It can also make great gifts, particularly if you are on a budget.

Language Study

Ⅰ. Theme-centered chunks

participate in 参加

pick up 获得；学会

range from...to... 从……到……（不等）

take up 开始从事

brighten up 照亮；使更美丽

on a budget 节省费用

jump into doing 急于做

get into the habit of 养成……的习惯

Ⅱ. Theme-centered writing

假定你是高三学生李华，你的外国朋友Jonny写信说他想培养一些新的兴趣爱好，并询问你能否和他分享一下自己的兴趣爱好。 请你根据以下要点提示给Jonny回复一封电子邮件。 内容包括：

1. 你的兴趣爱好；

2. 你的收获；

3. 你的祝愿。

注意：

1. 词数80左右；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Jonny,

Yours sincerely,

Li Hua