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My name is Aram. I was born in Egypt and brought up by my grandparents in Italy. Before I came to the United States, I was very excited. I had dreamed of the life in the US for a long time. But I was also a little worried. Would I be welcomed by my classmates in the US? Could I make many friends there?
When I first came here, the US culture made me open my mind to learn about it. I have learned a lot of knowledge and language skills.
I would never forget my first day of school. Students in the US welcomed me warmly. They talked with me to know about me and my country. I didn't realize I could make so many friends here. My host family treated(对待) me like their own son. I got homesick(思家的) sometimes, but I felt better when I was staying with my host family.
I feel grateful to the volunteer organization and my host family. I also want to thank the US Department of State for helping me live and study in the US.