Traveling is tough, especially by yourself. The constant vigilance to look out for yourself and your belongings. It’s exhausting.

I have arrived and unpacked at the host family’s apartment. The feeling of being totally independent has sunk in. I will be responsible for myself and whatever happens next.

The host brother will be taking me to meet the others in the program, along with the host parents, at dinner tonight. After that, we’ll come back to the apartment and discuss house rules and make sure everyone’s on the same page.

Este es mi dormitorio, necesito tomar una siesta ahora después mi día larga de viaje.