Dear Host Family, My name is Julius, and I am a student from Germany. I am very excited about the opportunity to spend a year in the United States with a host family. I live with my parents, my two brothers, and our dog, Nelly. She is very special to me and is definitely my favorite animal. My favorite color is yellow because it always makes me think of happiness and energy. I have several hobbies that I enjoy in my free time. I love playing basketball, drawing, dancing hip-hop, and cooking. Basketball is one of my favorite sports because I enjoy being active and working together with a team. I also like drawing because it allows me to be creative, and dancing hip-hop is a fun way for me to express myself. Cooking is another passion of mine, and I enjoy trying new recipes and learning about different foods. One reason why I am so interested in an exchange year is that I have already had the chance to live abroad. From 2016 to 2019, I lived in Romania, and from 2023 to 2025, I lived in Japan. These experiences were some of the most exciting and valuable parts of my life. I learned about different cultures, met new people, and discovered how people live in other countries. Living abroad taught me to be open-minded, adaptable, and curious about the world. Because I enjoyed my time in Romania and Japan so much, I would love to spend a year in the United States. I am very interested in learning more about American culture, traditions, and everyday life. I would like to experience what it is like to attend an American school, make new friends, and become part of a host family. I believe that living with an American family would help me understand the culture in a way that is not possible through books, movies, or the internet. I am looking forward to sharing my own culture and experiences with you as well. I would be happy to tell you about Germany, Romania, and Japan, and I would love to learn about your family, your traditions, and your daily life. Thank you very much for taking the time to read my letter. I hope to meet you soon and become a part of your family. I am excited about the opportunity to create wonderful memories together and learn from this unique experience. Sincerely, Julius