Dear Laura,

Hello, Laura. How's it going? I hope you are staying safe and healthy.

First, thank you very much for your support during our stay in America.

You are our teacher and also our mother. You often said to us, “You can do it. I believe you.” The words always encouraged me. Your classes were very fun. I remember you whenever I see Laura Bear.

I have many memories in America. I spent a great time with you. I want to go back to Seattle again and meet you. I keep studying English hard.

Thank you very much. I love you.

From Haruna

Dear my American family,

Hello, Ben, Gwen, Catherine and Hannah. How are you doing? I hope you are safe and healthy. I miss you so much!

First, I'm so happy that I met you and spent the time together with you all.

Ben, I love the dishes you made. I would like to eat your grilled pork again. It was very delicious. Actually, I felt a little nervous to talk with you during the first week. You were still very kind. I'm sorry I didn't talk with you sooner. Someday I would like to go diving with you.

Gwen, I appriciete that you always understood my English and talked with me in simple English. I enjoyed listening to music with you in the car. “A Million Dreams” became one of my favorite songs. I always remember you when I listen to the song.

Catherine, I liked talking with you. You told me about your family and your hometown, Texas. You gave me a hug many times.

Hannah, I enjoyed talking with you about Japan. Congratulations on your wedding! I saw your wedding pictures, and you are soooo beautiful!

I had wonderful memories with you all. Thank you for becoming my American family. I love you!!

From Haruna