My experience in Minnesota

First, I worried about my English skills, because I can’t speak English fluently and I couldn’t understand what American say. But my host father taught me about pronunciation, and my host mother spoke in plain English for me, and they were so kind. So, I decided to try to speak English, and understand what they say.


Second, I learned about the importance of speaking in class. In America, if we don’t say anything, we regarded absent by teacher, because this attitude means nonparticipation in class. So, I tried to speak. I felt that sharing is important, because I can know about my friend’s experience, and expand my knowledge.
In addition, I learned about the history of Minnesota, African-American people, American weddings, American police, Immigrants, American nursing homes, American farms, Christians, stereotypes, and so on. There were differences from Japan.


Then, I enjoyed American life. My best memory is canoeing. I had never tried to canoeing, but I could do it, so I had a nice day. In addition, I played tennis with my friends and badminton with my host sister. It was so fun.


By the way, my favorite place was the St. Paul Cathedral. I felt the beauty of there. I was very excited. And I enjoyed Lake Harriet, because there were beautiful views. I fed the ducks, I saw a music performance, I ate ice cream, and I rode on the trolley. Next, I enjoyed shopping in Minnesota. I went to Target, Mall of America, Rainbow, Cub, Starbucks, and so on.


Finally, I appreciate my host family: Tim, Ann, Sally, Mark, Jane, John, Paul, and Alice, Teachers of Bethel University: Rachel, Joel, and Linda, Kailene, Driver: Jeff, Monica, classmates, my family, and all the people who I met in America. Thank you so much!!

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