I had a lot of wonderful experiences in this study abroad. I really wonder if I can live in America and fit into their culture at first, and indeed, I was shocked that American culture is different from that of Japan. I was confused by much new culture but I can go well because I was supposed by many lovely people. Thanks to them, I spent a valuable time in America. I would like to tell about three things that I'm especially impressed.
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| My wonderful Conversation class :) |
First of all, I will tell about my earnest study in MFWI. I really had a good time in MFWI classes. The classes are completely new style for me, so I was anxious to do if I could keep up with classes. However, it was a truly exciting because I enjoyed all days with my teacher and classmates. I always tried to improve our English skill with my classmates by encouraging each other. For example we all promised to speak English only in Ron's Writing class every time! Such classes provided me many special experiences. For example I visited a elementally school many times to meet with my pen pals. Above all of the study programs, two study trips to Seattle and East Coast are the most memorable things. I could learned many American cultures and histories. I spent a lot of time with native speaker, so it was really valuable opportunity. Thanks to these amazing experiences, I could improve my English skill. As proof of it, before I came to America, I couldn't understand so much what my favorite artist speaks in English, but I have really been to able to understand what she says. I'm so happy because I will be able to know about her deeply from now on! I had a marvelous experience in MFWI.
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| My awesome friends ♡ |
Secondly, I will tell about my awesome dormitory life! I had spent most of the time in my dormitory with my friends and RA. This is my first time to live without my family. I thought I can take care of myself but actually, it was difficult for me. I realized once again that my family, especially, my mother always helped me. I tried to live comfortably to help together with my friends. I also really enjoyed a lot of things with them. One day, we all carried out the secret party for our housemate, Manami's 20th birthday! It was really fun and she was very pleased and happy. This day became a cherished memory for us! We also enjoyed such great days with my lovely RA, Rebekah. She is very kind and reliable. When I have a question with my homework, she always helps me. Coincidently, she is the same age as us, so we could talk about common interests. It was really great time and it also made my English skill improve naturally. I'm really grateful to her. I had a really fascinating time with my best friends!
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| Love, Hope 2 Japan! |
Finally, I would like to tell about powerful activities to help for Japan! When I came to America, many things changed and happened in Japan. I heard a lot of happy news from my family and my Japanese friend. For example my friend passed an examination for the university. On the other hand, I also heard a lot of sad news. I was most shocked to hear the news about the huge earthquake in Japan. It is impossible to tell about my days in America without this big sad news. I could not imagine what happened there until I watched TV news. The damage is really serious so I am very sorry about Japan. The people I met in America worried about it. I especially felt like crying when I read encouraging letters from junior high school students. Their kindness breaks my heart so much but I felt really frustrated because I didn't know what I should do and how I can do to help to the people in the area. I wanted to try to do whatever I can so I tried some helps in America. I made many paper cranes to pray for Japan in my Writing class. Besides this, I bought a T-shirt saying "We are with you". and "Hope 2 Japan". A part of the sale of this T-shirt will be donated to Japan! I noticed that I truly love Japan only after leaving there. I really hope to recovery to Japan.
These worthy experiences provided me with many culture shocks and enriched me to grow as a person and my horizon broadened in various aspects. I thank many people who supported me from the bottom of my heart. I couldn't live comfortable life without supporting by them. I will never forget such wonderful memories.
