Dear Host Family,

My name is Francisco, I am 17 years old. At first, I can be a little shy, but I quickly open up. One of my greatest qualities is building strong bonds and being loyal and sincere with those I care about. I live with my mother and my two sisters, and we have a very close relationship. We enjoy going out together, watching movies, having family meals, and talking. My father often joins us, but he does not live with us, and these moments together make me very happy. We also have three pets: a dog named Pupu, a cat named Lino, and a chinchilla named Jorge, who brings a lot of happiness to us.

I’m from Brazil and I come from a city of 200 thousand inhabitants, which is very calm and peaceful, where everything is close. My friends and I spend much time together, going to parties, visiting the shopping mall, having barbecues, and taking road trips. We also practice kickboxing together, which makes the experience even more fun and challenging. At school, my favorite subject is history because my teacher explains it very well. What I appreciate most about school is being with my friends.

In my free time, I like to play games on my computer and I really enjoy practicing kickboxing, I always attend training and I have built a strong friendship with everyone who trains with me. Recently, I took a DJ course with my father, where I discovered a love for electronic music. I also used to play the guitar, but I stopped for a while. Some of my favorite foods are stroganoff and pizza. My favorite holiday is Christmas because it is a time when my whole family gets together to eat and celebrate.

I want to participate in this exchange program to experience a completely new culture, improve my English, and get out of my comfort zone. I hope to gain a new perspective on life, make friends, and become more independent. One of the things that motivates me the most is the opportunity to experience a completely different daily life, learn new traditions, and expand my worldview. I am very excited to immerse myself in this culture, share special moments, and learn as much as possible from you. I also want to contribute by bringing my joy, knowledge, and willingness. I am very grateful for the opportunity to be part of the family and for all the care and dedication in welcoming me. Thank you for making this unforgettable experience possible.