Summary
Jeff Narvil, a 57-year-old from Mississippi, traveled over 4,000 miles to Cardiff, Wales, to take an A1 Welsh-language exam. He has been learning Welsh on his own for 14 months, using online tools and attending lessons at odd hours due to time differences. While in Wales, Jeff enjoyed visiting different towns and practicing his Welsh with locals.
Key Facts
- Jeff Narvil is an administrative law judge from Jackson, Mississippi.
- He traveled over 4,000 miles to Cardiff, Wales, to take a Welsh-language exam.
- Jeff learned Welsh mostly by himself using apps, textbooks, and online resources.
- He had to study during the early morning hours due to time differences.
- Jeff and his wife visited several places in Wales, like Caerphilly castle and St Davids.
- The exam tests reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Welsh.
- Jeff hopes to become fluent in Welsh and plans to continue learning.
- His exam results are expected in early March.
