Dear family,

Hello! Thank you for reading my letter and giving me the opportunity to live with you 🙂

My name is Li An and I’m talkative with my friends but shy with strangers. I am not very sporty but I like to play sports like football (soccer). I am happy to participate in this program because I want to work in a job that requires a good level of English. My country is a place with a long history. Mediterranean gastronomy is the best food in my opinion. It has to offer healthy proprieties, and in my city the paella is typical and delicious food.

In addition My parents have a family business in a clothing store. My little brother is 10, and I spend time with him watching TV and going out to eat at different restaurants with them and sometimes with friends. With my brother I play ping pong, soccer and video games.

Moreover, now I’m studying 9th grade and my favorite subject is Physical Education. My school is very big and in the future I want to study to be an air traffic controller. My friends and I make classes more entertaining by participating in class, we also enjoy hanging out and playing video games and playing sports.

Furthermore I have never lived in any other country than my own. In my house, I wash the dishes and I make my bed. In my house my mom cooks, but I’m learning to cook basic things. When my parents go out and I’m alone in the house I can make some sandwiches.

During Christmas, I enjoy having time off from school and spending my days relaxing at home. I use the break to play video games on my console and enjoy some board games too, which is always a lot of fun. On Christmas and New Year’s, I get together with my family to celebrate. We have a special dinner on Christmas Eve, and then a big lunch on New Year’s Day. It’s a tradition for us to share delicious food, enjoy each other’s company, and celebrate together. On Christmas Eve, we also exchange gifts, which is one of my favorite parts of the holiday. Christmas is always a time filled with fun, family, and celebration, making it a holiday I look forward to every year.

During the summer, I usually spend every weekend at the beach since it’s close to where I live. I love being able to go often, enjoying the sun, the sea, and relaxing with friends and family. When my parents have time off from work, we always take a trip together. Sometimes we travel to different places around Spain, exploring new cities and beautiful spots within the country. Other times, we go to a country in Europe, discovering new cultures, trying different foods, and visiting famous landmarks. Summer is a time I always look forward to because of these beach days and trips. It’s a season full of fun, new experiences, and unforgettable memories.

First of all, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for opening your home to me and giving me the incredible opportunity to spend a year with you. Your generosity and willingness to welcome me into your family mean so much, and I feel truly fortunate to have this experience with you. I am very excited to get to know you and share in your daily life and culture. At the same time, I hope to bring a piece of my culture into your home. I would love to teach you about my country, its traditions, and the things that make it unique. Whether it’s through sharing stories, cooking traditional dishes, or celebrating special holidays, I look forward to exchanging ideas and learning from each other. Thank you once again for your kindness and hospitality. I can’t wait to start this journey with you!