Usage of being

[Ofriendragon]

Could you help me with the following sentences? Are they correct?

1.Satisfied with his answer，the old lady decided to buy some gifts for the boy.

2.Being satisfied with his answer，the old lady decided to buy some gifts for the boy.

3.Interested in the Kooris for years, I decided to learn their language.

4.Being interested in the Kooris for years, I decided to learn their language.

Many thanks in advance.

[Mister Micawber]

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Yes, they are OK, but the use of 'being' here is rather awkward in style.
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Canadian-American native speaker
who teaches English for a living at Mister Micawber's
ESL cafe: Interview with Mr. Micawber

[Ofriendragon]

I think your words are authoritative. It helps me a lot.
Thank you, Mister Micawber