PE 6/16 Alaska’s Tracy Arm Fjord

* old hand: an experienced person

ex> Don’t worry about my dad: he’s an old hand at finding his way without GPS.

* the latter: the second of two options; the last

ex> I was offered a raise or a bonus, and I chose the latter.

* have a go: to try an activity or undertaking

ex> Dawn decided to have a go at learning Dutch before her trip to Amsterdam.

* take some getting used to: to require time before comfort or ease is achieved.

ex> His old saxophone was different from mine, and took some getting used to.

* get the ball rolling: to initiate something; make a start

ex> Our plans are complete, so let’s get the ball rolling on this project.

* in one’s own backyard: where one lives; in an area of importance to one

ex> Residents don’t want a sewage treatment plant in their own backyard.

ex> This special camera lets us observe wildlife in its own backyard.

@ It’s such a jaw-dropping experience to see the bears and seals.

stunning ~/astonishing ~/ astounding ~