OK, I've finally written a text about the last question of my application form for my NZ homestay programme. Question: "What do you feel you can contribute to your host familiy's homestay experience?" My text:
I know that taking part in a homestay programm as the host is always linked with some work or strain. At least you are offering your free time. That's why I am of course willing to contribute something to my host family's homestay experience: Perhaps they are interested in my hobbies or interests- I would love to share some of the things I know. I imagine that life in Europe is different to life in NZ... since they are showing me their way of life and living, I can also show them mine (if they want to!) And I don't mind to help for example in the household, as they are helping me, too, by taking me as a "guest".
Does it make sense? I'm still looking for some kind of "links" between the single aspects.
Thanks!
Top answer
I think that will be fine, Anon. Just a bit of repair work: I know that taking part in a homestay programme involves the host family in extra work or strain, as well as much of their free time. That's why I of course want to contribute something to my host family's homestay experience.
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I think that will be fine, Anon. Just a bit of repair work:
I know that taking part in a homestay programme involves the host family in extra work or strain, as well as much of their free time. That's why I of course want to contribute something to my host family's homestay experience.
Perhaps they will be interested in my hobbies or pastimes; I would love to share