Band 7+: describe a time when you were a stuck in traffic jam

Usually I live in a small town, and in general, there is not much traffic on the roads, but I would like to talk about my experience. When I was on holiday a few years ago, I was stuck in a terrible traffic jam while traveling to the agency for the summer holiday. It happened on a highway about 50 kilometers from the city center. The road was usually busy during holidays, but that day it was completely blocked. The delay lasted nearly three hours. At first, I thought it would clear up quickly, but after 60 minutes, I realized it was a major issue. Later, I found out there had been an accident up ahead, which caused the backlog. During the wait, I tried to stay calm; I listened to music and a podcast on my phone, which helped pass the time. I also chatted with my family and talked with my friends who were in the car with me. We joked about the situation to lighten the mood. At one point, I even got out of the car to stretch my body, and I saw other drivers doing the same. Some people were sharing snacks or water, which was kind. Honestly, I felt frustrated at first, especially because we were hoping to reach our holiday village before midnight. However, as time passed, I accepted that there was nothing I could do. Surprisingly, the experience taught me patience. I realized that sometimes you just have to adapt to an unexpected situation. By the time traffic started moving again, I felt relieved but also a little grateful for the downtime. It gave me time to relax and reflect, so it was a really nice experience for me. I learned many things.