1. Hi everyone!!! My name is Galya, I am 16. and now I would like to tell you some information about myself. My place I live on Sakhalin Island in a small town called Kholmsk. To my mind our region is a fantastic place! There are a lot of beautiful hills and forests there. We have a great variety of animals and plants. Our climate is changeable. The winters are snowy and mild, the summers are sunny and warm. I am proud of living here. Friends I am a very friendly and sociable person. I like reading books, going for a walk and spending free time with my friends. I have a lot of friends. They always support me in any situation and help me with their advice. My friends are everything to me that ’ s why I appreciate all of them. And I think life isn ’ t worth living without friends.

2. School I study in the lyceum “ Nadezhda ”. I like my school very much. I think that I`m lucky because all my teachers are very experienced and knowledgeable. They help me to learn and advise me on all aspects in my life. I can say that social life is of great importance for pupils, and in our lyceum it is organized very well. I take part in school life with great pleasure. I am a very active girl. I think that life is really interesting when it consists of many unforgettable events and impressions that ’ s why I try myself in different ways. In my opinion I am a responsible person and I do everything in a good way. I have a big family. Family means a lot to me. I love all members of my family. We like to spend a lot of time together. My family is very active. We often go to the seaside or to the summer house in summer. We understand each other, always help each other, care of each other and give different pieces of advice if any of us need it. I am sure that my family has helped me to achieve everything I have now. Anything can happen in my life but I know that my family will always love and support me! Family

3. Hobbies I am an active girl and I have different interests. Sport plays an important role in my life. I am fond of sport very much and I consider it must not be compared with other hobbies. I have already been playing volleyball for 5 years and I always take part in the town competitions for the honor of my school. Also I like music very much and can play the guitar. It helps me to relax. In addition to this I study actor ’ s mastery and dream to be an actress. I also dream to visit many countries, because it is very interesting to know traditions and habits of other people, to meet new friends and to see new beautiful places. I enjoy travelling. I haven ’ t been to many places yet, but I read and watch a lot of TV programs about travelling. And I hope my dreams will come true.