Welcoming Family

I'm so delighted! I received an email informing me of host arrangements! Unfortunately, I will only be with them for my first three weeks. That aside, I'm still very grateful and very excited. I should receive a permanent host family, hopefully soon. I could find out about the host arrangements as late as I'm with my host family. I leave for Frankfort on September fifth. I will most likely ride a train to the state where they live.

It's a household of five, a mother, father, and three kids. The eldest son is 18, the daughter is 15, and the youngest is 11. They live in what they say is "a very small town." However, it's a close-knit community where everyone knows everyone well. Their home is "cozy" (which is always a plus), and they own quite an array of animals. They have a large garden, which means lots of fresh food! The parents are doctors in a neighboring town.

While viewing their profile, I liked their love for the great outdoors. They love canoeing, horseback riding, cycling, and much more! I look forward to getting my hands dirty in the garden and trying out horseback riding for the first time. They are a welcoming family and love trying new things. Flexibility is what they strive for, and they seem to be a beautiful family.

I look forward to spending my first month in Germany with them and can't wait for the adventures in store. Now all I have to do is pack, by host gifts, get materials, study up on the language and history, prepare for departure, and raise funds. Whew, quite a lot. You could help me out by donating here or supporting me by sharing the link to the fundraiser and my blog!

Auf Wiedersehen

Why the Wait?

The Explanation

Why have I waited with a month left until I depart to create a blog? The reason- it's taken me a month left till depart to realize I'm really going abroad! It's taken me this long....this here is very real. For the longest, I felt I'd been walking around in awe. I cannot fully grasp that the opportunity I tried so hard to obtain is accurate, and here! Who do I have to thank, AFS and CBYX, of course?

The Process

The application process is quite extensive. I went through periods where I was sure there was nothing more I could give when they're in fact was. As of now, I have to give one more physical examination update. But this is not in vain. Its to ensure that I, as a traveler, will be in the best of hands. AFS is one of the very good organizations to check, check and check again. AFS is definitely the Santa Clause of Study Abroad! "Giving" cultural experience to "wide-eyed youth," filled with "excitement and zeal."

The Plan

Once in Germany, I plan to make updated blogs, but not very often. Once a month updates with detailed descriptions of what exactly I'm experiencing. Let's not be too hasty, the experience part is important, but I'll be sure to share.

For now, please share this link to my blog. And feel free to help me out and donate at my gofundme.