My First Week

I haven’t been to America  before, so this experience studying abroad is my first time.  At first, I worried about whether I could spend 4 months here because I can’t speak English well, but every teacher at MFWI is very kind to students, so I don’t worry about it now. I was also worried about  jet lag because there is a 17 hour time different between Japan and Washington state, but now I never think about that.

I like Japanese food, so I didn't want to leave my country, but I will try American food. American food is different from Japan, but I like it. It's very delicious. However, I felt that American food is  sweet and fattening and not good for my health. 

Spokane's Wal Mart

I was also concerned about all of my English classes because I can’t speak my opinions and ideas in English, but all of the teachers are really nice to students, so I am no longer worried about that.  I have been going to a lot of classes, which are very useful for me because I am learning a lot of new vocabulary. I want to study English more than ever because this experience studying abroad gives me courage to study English more and more. My goal is to speak English very well. I also want to learn about American history, so I am happy that I have come to America.

   

Spokane has very beautiful scenery. Japan is not cold, so I was surprised when I arrived in Spokane, that it was very cold. I was also very surprised that Spokane is drier than I expected. My roommate has a sore throat due to the dryness. I was surprised that the towel that I used and got wet was dry the next day.  I sleep with a mask over my nose and mouth because Japan is more humid than here. 

  

In Japan, I didn’t usually see any squirrels, so I have been surprised to see a lt of squirrels in Spokane. I think squirrels are very cute, but I am surprised that squirrels are little violent. My RA told me not to touch the squirrels, so I am very sad.

   
I think it is important to go to a lot of different places with my housemates in order to form deep bonds. I also think it is necessary to help each other when anyone is in trouble. I hope this experience will be really enjoyable for me.