Dear host family,

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. One of the main reasons I chose this experience is my desire to improve my English, immerse myself in American culture, and make new friends. Through my research, I also discovered that this experience is a great opportunity to help me decide on my future. Additionally, fulfilling one of my biggest dreams, playing basketball in the U.S. and improving my skills on the court, is another major motivation for me. Instead of describing myself, I asked my friends to describe me in one word. Some of the adjectives they used were: friendly, hardworking, respectful, cheerful, funny, empathetic, and athletic.

Now, I would like to describe my daily routine during the week. I wake up at 8 a.m., get dressed, and have breakfast while watching some videos. Then, I go to school from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., have lunch there, and walk back home. Once I arrive, I take an hour to rest, have a snack, then change and head to practice. I train for two hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. When I get back home, I take a shower, have dinner, and go to bed. My weekends are a bit different. I usually have one or two basketball games, depending on the week. Most matches are played in the morning, and I play for a team in a nearby city, which competes in the official provincial league.

Academically, studying has never been my strongest skill. However, that doesn’t mean I’m a bad student, I always pay attention in class and have consistently been among the top scorers. As the years go by, subjects are becoming more challenging, so I’ve started studying more, especially for subjects like History and Spanish. If I ever needed to study, I would dedicate the necessary time to achieve good grades. Another reason I want to study in the U.S. is to improve my academic skills and improve my English.

At home, I help with house chores, such as making my bed, setting and clearing the table, washing dishes, tidying my room, and occasionally helping with the laundry. I have no problem with these tasks. While fish and some vegetables aren’t my favorite foods, I still eat everything.

I live with my parents and have three older brothers, as well as a Weimaraner dog. I love spending time with my family and friends, whether it’s going out, watching movies (especially sci-fi and adventure films), or going to the beach. Music is one of my favorite things, and I enjoy listening to pop and rock, though I’m open to other genres as well. Another passion of mine is technology. In 2024, I spent a lot of time exploring this field and even built my own PC from scratch.

Finally, I want to sincerely thank the family that chooses to host me. I promise you won’t regret it! I will do my best to make this experience meaningful not only for me but also for you and your family. You can count on me!