Talk Time	Welcome Party

Feb. 19 (Mon)

We went to a nursing-care facility. We showed the residents how to count from one to ten in Japanese and sang them a Japanese song, "Ame Ame Fure Fure." I was a little nervous, but they seemed fun, so I was happy. After that, we talked about ourselves with them.

In the afternoon, we made cherry pies at the study center . They were very sweet and heavy.

I had fun!	With Everyone	Cherry Pie

Feb. 20 (Tue) 

We went to Leavenworth. We were singing and talking in the car on our way. There were many Christmas goods in one shop. They were very cute, so I bought many goods for my family. I ate BLT with Kokoro. It was big, so I was surprised. I was happy that I ate to be full.

After class, I gave Tom and Pam Christmas goods. I wrote "Thank you, Tom and Pam" in Japanese. I was happy that they were happy.

My Favorite Picture	Delicious!

Feb. 21 (Wed)

We enjoyed experiencing American holidays like St. Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas. We wore some costumes, like Halloween, and we went to another nursing-care facility. We received a lot of sweets from the residents. I was happy. We ate a delicious lunch, like "Thanksgiving." Tom and Pam brought cookies that I had made with Pam. I was happy that everyone said, "It is delicious." We had a very good time.

After class, I went to NORDSTROM and UWAJIMAYA with Tom and Pam. I ate a Mexican tortilla and blueberry-flavored boba. I was a little nervous when I was ordering, but Pam helped me out. I was able to order correctly.

Halloween Party	Delicious Meal

Feb. 22 (Thur)

We went to an elementary school. We taught children how to count from one to ten in Japanese. We gave presentations for 13 classes, so I got very tired. I felt American children were cheerful and friendly. I enjoyed talking and playing with them. I was surprised because they were eating nuggets and French fries for lunch. I thought it was different from Japanese school lunches.

Cheerful students	Lunch Time

Feb. 23 (Fri)

We went to Green River College. We met our friend who was studying there after a long time, so I was happy. The library was very large, with many books.

After class, we went to karaoke. I sang "Let It Go" with Rin. I was nervous because I sang in front of so many people. Tom and Pam said to me, "You are good at singing." I was happy to hear that. American karaoke was like a bar. It was a great time.

Green River College	Big Water Bottle

Feb. 26 (Mon)

It was a shopping day. First, we went to Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. American Krispy Kreme Doughnuts were very sweet and delicious, but I couldn't eat a lot. It was hard to choose because they had so many types. After that, we went to a shopping mall. I bought accessories. The store clerk taught me how to count cents when I was buying souvenirs. He was very kind.

In the evening, I watched "The Walking Dead" with Tom and Pam. I was happy to be able to watch it with them.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts	Rainbow Ice Cream

Feb. 27 (Tue)

We went to the local police station and the law court. We asked some questions about the facilities. I was surprised when we saw a detention cell at the police station. We had a chance to wear a robe in the courtroom. I felt it was heavy. These were very good experiences.

After class, we went to a shopping mall with our host family. I ate a Mexican tortilla with Rin. Namba's host mother helped me with ordering. I was grateful to her. The tortilla was delicious.

This is the culprit!	Local Law Court

Feb. 28 (Wed)

We went to the fire department. We asked some questions about the fire department, and we put on a firefighting suit. I was surprised because it was very heavy. I thought firefighters were cool. It was a very good experience.

It was Pam's birthday. Pam invited her friends in the evening. I was a little nervous, but they spoke kindly to me. I enjoyed talking with them. I ate chocolate cake that Pam made and ice cream. It was very delicious.  I was able to experience an American-style birthday party.

Heavy!	Birthday Party

Feb. 29 (Thur)

We went to Seattle sightseeing. First, we went to the University of Washington. It was very large and beautiful. It was like the world of "Harry Potter." I was very impressed. Next, we went to the Space Needle and Pike Place Market. We saw the gum wall. It was very dirty. I'd always wanted to see it, so I was glad.

I took a walk around our house with Tom and Pam in the evening. We wore fluorescent jackets and carried flashlights. Tom taught me the names of the flowers on our way. I learned a lot. I heard frogs and elk crying, so I was scared. We still had a great time.

With Troll	Onion Rings	Gum Wall

Mar. １ (Fri)

We ate hamburgers in Red Robin. This restaurant was recommended by the city mayor, so I was happy to go there. I especially liked French fries. I ate them by dipping them in BBQ sauce. Next, we enjoyed bowling. Laura, the former teacher guide, came and taught us how to throw the ball that morning. She was very cheerful and kind. I aimed for a high score, but I couldn't get the results I wanted. We still had a great time. 

After class, I went to feed a horse with Tom. The horse was near the host family's house. I like horses, so it was a lot of fun. It suddenly started to rain, and we couldn't see any other animals.

Making Crafts	Bowling

Mar. ４ (Mon) 

We ate the big pizza and macaroni & cheese that Alissa made for lunch. The macaroni & cheese had sausage in it, and it was very delicious.

We gave a presentation about a Japanese custom called "Setsubun" at the Sayonara Party. I was a little nervous, but our host families were interested in our presentation. We enjoyed the presentation.

I then gave Tom and Pam the crafts I made. I was happy because Tom and Pam were happy, and they said to me, "You look good in a yukata."  Alissa then gave me hair accessories and many chocolates. I was very happy. We ate the chocolate cake and cheesecake that Alissa made. I was impressed because our names were written on the chocolate cake. It was very delicious.

Pretty Cake	We enjoyed Presentation.

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