观点表达：

too... for my liking (e.g. the weather is too hot for my liking)

Personally, I'm not a fan of…

I'd much rather do A (than B)

Family 话题

friendly, kind, caring, big-hearted(宽宏大量的)

supportive, always there when you need them

good role models, they set a good example

welcoming, great hosts, their door is always open

swimming话题

keep fit get in better shape gives me an energy boos

a good cardiovascular(心血管的) workout feel refreshed

rejuvenated(使恢复活力的) invigorated (使精力充沛)

smartwatch话题

functions and features fashion accessory

synchronise it with your computer and phone

calendar notifications

check my appointments and work commitments

at a glance(一目了然) track your exercise goals

the ultimate in portable devices

interesting city 话题

lively bustling(繁忙的) hectic(繁忙的) thriving(繁荣的)

cosmopolitan(世界性的) multicultural(多元文化的)

fascinating, unique

a special atmosphere

sightseeing, entertainment

an unforgettable experience

enjoyed every minute

the time flew by

endless things to see and do

it was over too quickly

TV programme话题

primarily for entertainment

people treat television as a form of relaxation

talent shows

soap operas

the focus is on entertainment rather than education

what is morally right and wrong

traditional fairy tales

toddlers(蹒跚学步的孩子)

we start taking an interest in

my own preferences have changed over the years

I would never have watched news programmes when I was younger

our viewing habits mature ('mature' is used as a verb)

film话题

when it comes out (meaning: when it is released)

refers to the name of

the imaginary criminal organisation

hasn’t been released yet

on a mission to save the world

an arch-criminal(罪魁祸首)

a plot line involving lots of twists and turns

to defeat his nemesis

the official trailer

cast to play supporting roles

James Bond films are always big news

action scenes and special effects

take place in spectacular locations

unrealistic, you could even say ridiculous

like a roller-coaster ride

future plans话题

a future aim of mine

the plot would be fictional(虚构的)

influenced by some of my own experiences, ideas and views

I might suddenly be inspired

a vague objective

time, commitment and passion

to set a goal

I’ve always wondered how

create a work of fiction

bringing a story to life

follow in the footsteps of my favourite authors