what have others said?

I just got back about a week ago from France... and the absolute time of my life - hands down. I feel so fortunate to have been matched with a girl that I got along with so well and a family that I felt so comfortable with. I have memories that I'll never forget and a second family that I will always keep in touch with. Fortunately (or unfortunately?), I have nothing bad to say that can help you better this programme because for me, I found it perfect. My only complaint is that I felt like time passed too quickly, but there's nothing anyone can do about that! I was thankful for every moment Kendall was here with me and every moment I was in France with Kendall's family. I knew some French before I arrived, but boy, now I feel like a professional! It feels good to put myself in the "fluent" category now!

 At this point, I do not have any pictures on my computer, but as soon as I have time to sit down and do that, I will send you another email with pictures attached!

Thank you for providing me with this amazing opportunity, and the best time I have had in my entire life.
Mariah

I just wanted to write to you to tell you that I am now safely back home after my month in Spain. I had a great time, and I want to thank you and everyone else involved in making my trip go smoothly. My family was great, and although my "sister" was not able to return with me this summer, she may come at Christmas or next summer. I know it took a lot of extra effort on your part to get everything arranged with Spain, and I just wanted you to know that I am very grateful for everything that you did.

Thank you,
Brittany

I just wanted to let you know that I am now back home after my one month trip to Taipei, Taiwan. I just wanted to thank you for everything that you did for me! Thank you so much for the amazing opportunity to take part in this exchange. I can honestly say that I had the best time of my life in Taiwan, made a lot of new friends, and made a lot of great memories. I could not have done anything without you! Thank you so much! I am really going to miss Taipei as well as Stephanie and her family. Stephanie became my best friend this summer and I will never forget her or the fun I had. I definitely will do my best to spread the word about this programme. I want others to experience what I did-making new friends, seeing a new place, and having the time of their life. I just wanted to say thanks for all the work you put into this, and thank you for your encouragement along the way. I realized I was worried over nothing because absolutely nothing went wrong. It was so amazing! It also made me realize I want to learn Chinese and someday go back to Taipei again. I really love it there.

Thanks SO MUCH for everything.

Sincerely,
Megan