Weekdays

Feb.15（Thu）
First, we went to The Chocolate Factory. There were many chocolates that were rarely seen in Japan. I enjoyed spending time there. After that, we went to Snoqualmie Falls, and saw the waterfall. It was very powerful and windy. I felt good because I was able to change my mind. Next, we went to a souvenir shop nearby.
　After that, we went to the mall and ate pizza for lunch. The pizza was big and delicious. Also, we went shopping at a shop called Bath&Body Works. I bought some hand soap. There was a table for table tennis in the mall, so we played it together.

At the study center, my host mother, Karen, was waiting for me. She had a piece of paper with my name on it. I was glad because she gave me a hug. When I was in the car, I was so nervous that I couldn't speak much. I wanted to be able to speak English better during this homestay. When we arrived home, George and Karen welcomed me warmly, so I was very happy. After that, I explained the souvenirs from Japan. I was not used to speaking English yet, so it was difficult to introduce the souvenirs.
I watched an old movie called The Lone Ranger with George and Karen until dinner. That night, George made biscuits. They were salty and delicious. Karen also made potato and cheese soup. She put it in a mug. After dinner, we watched a comedy show called The Dick Van Dyle Show together. I went to bed after preparing lunch for the next day.

　With Karen

　George made biscuits.

They were very delicious.



Feb.16（Fri）
　I slept enough, so I was refreshed. I always ate cornflakes for breakfast during this home stay. I used sugar when I wanted it to be sweeter. We went to the study center for the first time. I talked with Alissa until other homestay members came. I was glad because she praised me for my English. I had worries, but I had a great time when I was with her.
Before lunch, we walked to Target, Daiso, and Ivar's with Alissa. We went to one of the discount stores, Target. They had many cereals, daily necessities, CDs, accessories, and so on. I went to Target four times during this home stay. For lunch, I ate Ivar's clam chowder that Alissa bought. I also ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. After class, Karen made Caesar salad for our welcome party. I made my family flag with George and Karen. I watched The Dick Van Dyke Show with them at night.

Delicious!

With Kokoro

Nice to meet you!



Feb.19（Mon）
We went to GenCare, which is a nursing home. We talked with many people in there. I made a presentation with Kokoro, Sara, and Sara . We had practiced it many times, so we made a good presentation. After lunch, we made cherry pie with Alissa. She taught us how to make it. It was very sweet and had a good taste. I ate Meuniere salmon for dinner. It was very delicious.

I talked a lot.

Cherry Pie

With Sara


Feb.20（Tue）
We went to Leavenworth. I was really looking forward to going there. I ate a burrito for lunch and shared it with Sara. I especially liked chocolate milk. In our free time, I went to the Christmas ornament shop with Sara. I bought an ornament and a snow dorm. I also bought an ornament for my host family. At last, I bought a statue of Princess Aurora . I have it on my desk now. After we spent there, we went to a souvenir shop. I ate steak for dinner. It was soft, and delicious. After dinner, I did my homework. Karen made pumpkin pie, and she served it to me with cream on top.

Gorgeous Christmas ornament

We enjoyed it!

I found Rapunzel.


Feb.21（Wed）
 We went to Mill Ridge Village, which was another nursing home. We knocked at the door and said, "Trick or Treat." We received many treats. I had a good memory there. After that, we experienced Thanksgiving Day. We ate lunch brought by each family. We also had an Easter egg hunt. We found all those eggs with chocolates. I ate steak with a sweet and spicy sauce for dinner.

Trick or Treat!!

Thanksgiving Day

Egg hunting


Feb.22（Thu）
I received candies from Alissa because I gave her a thank-you card the day before. We went to an elementary school for a presentation. We taught children how to count from 1 to 10 in Japanese. We visited 13 classes, so we got very tired. We ate lunch with the children, and played together. The children gave me some presents. They were very cute. We had some milkshakes after we finished the elementary school visit. I ate grilled chicken and potatoes for dinner. They were so delicious. I liked it very much.

The students gave us cute souvenirs!!

Cute Present

It was so delicious!!!


Feb.23（Fri）
We went to Green River College , visited its bookstore, and ate lunch together. After the visit, we went to H-Mart, whichis an Asian supermarket. They had many sweet potatoes. We met a boy who we had met during the elementary school visit the day before, and we took a picture together. After class, we went to a Karaoke bar. We sang songs in front of about 50 people. I was very nervous, but I made it. I stayed at Rin's host family's house that day.

Sweet Potatoes!

Sandwich and Pickles

With Rin


Feb.26（Mon）
We went to Krispy Kreme Doughnuts . We each chose what we wanted to eat, and we ate together. We also wore hats that were put on the table. The daughnuts were very sweet and delicious. After that, we enjoyed shopping in Tacoma Mall, and ate lunch at the food court. I ate stir-fried chicken with Kokoro. I felt that cl othing shops in America were very different from those in Japan. We went to an ice cream shop, and we customized our ice creams. That night, I went to Applebee's. I liked American French fries.

Very Sweet Doughnut

I ate stir-fried chicken.

Macaroni and Cheese


Feb.27（Tue）
We went to City Hall. We spoke to the mayor of Federal Way. We also visited the police station and the courthouse on the same site and listened to the people working there. I felt like I heard English the most that day, so I had a hard time. I felt that I first came up with English that day. At the end of the clay, we went out to eat ice cream, and I ate cotton candy ice cream.
At night, we went to a big shopping mall and went around the shops. We enjoyed spending time there. We got lost, but it was an interesting memory for me. I had tacos for dinner. It was my first time eating it, and it was delicious.

Judge Experience

They're colorful and cute.

Tacos!


Feb.28（Wed）
We went to the fire station. We heard various stories. It was fun because I put on firefighting equipment and had a valuable experience. After that, we came back to the study center and worked on the craft to give our host family as a gift. We all went to Target after class. I bought popcorn, cookies, and lip gloss. I had meatballs for dinner. Karen served me vegetables every time, so it was very healthy.

It was heavy ....

Valuable Experience

Let's pose together!


Feb.29（Thu）
 We all went sightseeing in Seattle. First, we went to the University of Washington to see the library and walk around the campus. After that, we went to see the Freemont Troll and the Space Needle, and then rode the monorail. We had hamburgers for lunch at Johnny Rockets, which is a hamburger shop. It was very delicious. After that, we went to Pike Place Market. The weather was not good, but I was glad because we had some sunshine. I also went shopping at the first Starbucks.
I had sautéed potatoes and sausage at night. After dinner, I practiced writing on colored paper as a gift for Kim and Emily.

Let's jump together!

Gum Wall


Mar.1（Fri）
 We all worked on crafts together. We went to Red Robin , a family restaurant, for lunch and shared hamburgers. In the afternoon, we went bowling, and I got a spare. I was happy to see a rainbow on my way home. After that, I went to a neighbor's house with Karen. The cherry blossoms were blooming beautifully.
We went to a Cajun restaurant for dinner. I ate pho, but I couldn't eat it all because it had phakchi in it. I didn't like it very much. Karen shared the fries with me.

Mayor recommended Red Robin.

Pose of I'm-so-beautiful!


Mar.4（Mon）
I completed the craft that day. I was able to finish it cutely, and I was happy to receive compliments from everyone. We went to Target for the last time in the afternoon. We bought a Starbucks bottle of coffee and drank it together. I also ate wakamole and pizza. The fresh vegetables Alissa bought were delicious.
We had a Sayonara party in the evening. We wore yukatas. I was nervous when I gave a presentation in front of my host family, but we made it well because we practiced it many times.

It's done!!

It was fun!

Thank you so much!!!


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