Dear future host family,

Firstly, I would like to say thank you, for letting me be a part of your family for 5 months. I’m so grateful for that. I hope you’re fine. I don’t know anything about you yet, but I would like to tell you something about me.

My name is Xenja, and I’m 15 years old. I’m from the north of Germany. I live with my Mom, my Dad and my 4 years older brother. In my free time, I like to cook, go on a walk with friends or my dog, or play soccer with my friends. To spend time with them is very important to me. We always have much fun together. I often listen to music and dance or sing to it.

I go to a high school in my town. I’m in the 10th grade and my favorite subject is history. I’m interested to hear something about the past, and I would like to hear something about the US history. I also like art and sport. The high school in Germany is not like the school in the USA, and I’m a little disappointed about that. I would love to go to an American high school and to live the American dream. Since I’m a little child, I want to go to America. I watched many videos, and every time I saw another video or picture of the US, I wanted it more and more. I’m very grateful to have the chance.

My friends would describe me as very helpful and funny. I’m always in a good mood and laugh much. But as you know, nobody is perfect. Sometimes I can be a little shy when I do not feel comfortable or welcome. But when I feel welcome, I’m very open to everyone. I’m very interested about the American culture and I would like to show you something about my culture. I want to learn something about the American kitchen, and I want to show you the Russian and German kitchen. I like to try new things, like sport or a new lifestyle. I love to travel and explore the world.

I want to say thank you to take the time and read the letter. I’m very excited to meet you, and I can’t wait to see you in summer 2025 and to be a part of your family. Thank you!