Dear Laura,

Hi! It has been a long time. How are you going?

You taught me a lot of things. I really liked your classes.

I enjoyed talking, shopping, having meals, and so on with you.

You always made me happy and smile! I will never forget your words “We can do it!”

I want to speak English very well, so I'm studying English hard at college.

I would like to see you again. Thanks a lot!

From Akina S.

Dear the Ybarra Family,

Hi! It has been a long time. How are you going?

Thank you for hosting me for three weeks. It has become good memory for me. I miss you!

Daniel: You are funny and so kind. When I did not understand some words, you helped me out by using a smartphone. Thank you for displaying the strap of DragonBall I gave you!

Brianne: I enjoyed talking and cooking with you. You are a good mother. I liked your meals, especially fried fish and beef stew. If you make decorated cake again, please send me a picture of it!

Donald: I think you are a good brother. I enjoyed talking with you about school and Japanese anime. I'm expecting you to study about marine biology!

Kyleigh: You are a cute and kind girl. I liked your pretty fashion. Good luck with your practices of sports. I wanted to watch you dance!

Lillian: You always made me smile. I liked to see you playing soccer. It was fun to play games with you too. I also liked the pictures you drew!

Jaxen: Your smile always made me happy! You were a pretty pony at the recital. I also liked your nice batting form!

I had a wonderful time with you. I would like to go back to America and see you again. You are another family of mine. Thank you so much!

From Akina