Paul had a very exciting summer holiday this year. His French pen friend invited him (1) her family in the south of France. Paul went (2) plane from London to Paris. Marie, his French friend met him in Paris and together they took a train from Paris to Marseilles. Marseilles is the town where Marie's family lives. It is a very large port. A lot of people live in Marseilles and there are many interesting shops and cafes there. Paul started to learn French at school two years ago and he spoke French all the time with Marie and her family. (3) , it was very difficult for him but it soon became much easier. One day, Marie and her parents (4) Paul for a picnic in the mountains. They climbed up a big hill. From the top of the hill, they had a wonderful view. In the distance, they could see the sea. Paul (5) to the next summer when Marie is going to spend her holidays with his family in England.

In the United States, people celebrate Mother's Day and Father's Day. Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. On this occasion, mother usually receives greeting cards and gifts from her husband and children. The best gift of all for an American Mom is a day of leisure. The majority of American mothers have outside jobs as well as housework, so their working days are often very hard.
The working mother enjoys the traditional Mother's Day custom of breakfast (or brunch) cooked by her family and served to her on a tray in bed. Later in the day, it is also traditional for the extended family to get together for dinner, either in a restaurant or in one of their homes. Flowers are an important part of Mother's Day. Mothers are often given a corsage or plant for the occasion, particularly if they are elderly.
Father's Day is celebrated throughout the United States and Canada on the third Sunday in June. The holiday customs are similar to Mother's Day. Dad also receives greeting cards and gifts from his family and enjoys a day of leisure.