A Weekend with Grandma and Grandpa

おばあちゃんとおじいちゃんと過ごす週末

英語ストーリー

Last weekend, I spent some precious time with my grandparents. They live in a charming countryside town, a couple of hours' drive from my city apartment. The journey itself was relaxing. I listened to my favorite music and enjoyed the scenic views. Upon arriving, I was greeted with warm hugs and the delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies. Grandma's cookies are legendary! We spent the afternoon gardening together. Grandpa showed me how to prune roses, and Grandma shared her tips on growing the most delicious tomatoes. It was surprisingly fun, and I felt a sense of accomplishment as we harvested some ripe vegetables. In the evening, we sat by the fireplace, sharing stories and laughter. Grandma recounted tales from her youth, and Grandpa shared funny anecdotes from his career. It was a heartwarming experience, filled with love and cherished memories. It reminded me of the importance of family and slowing down to appreciate these moments.

日本語訳

重要単語・熟語

anecdotes

逸話、面白い話

"He told us amusing anecdotes about his travels."

precious

貴重な、大切な

"This is a precious moment I will never forget."

aroma

香り、におい

"The aroma of coffee filled the room."

文法・構文解説

Present Perfect

現在完了形は、過去に起こった出来事が現在に影響を与えている場合や、経験を表す際に使われます。

"I have spent some precious time with my grandparents."

Past Participle as Adjective

過去分詞を形容詞として用いることで、名詞を修飾することができます。

"freshly baked cookies"