Keena makes a long trip home after spending the summer in Greece. This episode originally aired April 2021.Level:  upper intermediateAccent: North American (Canada)5 words and expressions in today's story:FANNY PACK: A small bag or pouch with a strap, typically worn around the waist, used for carrying personal items. In British English, it's known as a "bum bag." Example: "She kept her keys and phone in her fanny pack while hiking."STASH: A hidden or secret supply of something. Example: "She had a stash of snacks in her desk drawer for when get got hungry."TO GET RID OF SOMETHING: To dispose of something, eliminate, or remove. Example: "I need to get rid of these old clothes that no longer fit."TO PICK AT YOUR FOOD: To eat small amounts of food without much appetite or enthusiasm. Example: "When she's nervous, she tends to pick at her food rather than eating a full meal."TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF: To make the most of an opportunity or situation. Can be used positively or negatively. Example: "He decided to take advantage of the holiday to visit his family." / "She took advantage of his kindness to manipulate him."Do you want to take your English to the next level? CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL LEARNING MATERIALS, INCLUDING TRANSCRIPT, COMPREHENSION EXERCISES AND OTHER GOODIES!If you like Into the Story, share it now with one friend who needs help with their English. Leave us a voice note telling us what you thought of this episode.Thanks for being a part of the Into the Story community!