My Guardian Weekly subscription goes back to when I was a 19-year-old English language student in Auckland, New Zealand. I was lucky enough to have an exceptional English language teacher, Julian, who would use Guardian Weekly articles for his classes. Not only did I learn the language but I also grew very fond of the newspaper for its content and views.
During my 20s I had the Guardian as my companion in France and Poland, where I stayed for studies and work. Today the Weekly still finds its way into my inbox in my home country, Switzerland, where I am now living with my family and have started my own sustainability consulting company. I greatly appreciate the paper’s ability to direct my focus toward important world events. Its in-depth analysis and reviews are what really stick in my mind, unlike all the other information that flies by throughout the week. It inspires conversations with friends, colleagues and family and provides a window on to the world.
I particularly appreciate the international news and Comment & Debate sections. I also enjoy Diversions, often wondering if I am the only 33-year-old reading the Weekly. Even if I am, I am deeply grateful to Julian, who made me discover this newspaper.
I may have learned the language, but the crosswords are still too difficult!
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