La Mia Famiglia

I can’t believe that I’ve already been here for ten days! I’m sure you’re all dying to hear about my host family. Well, this is your lucky day. I live with an older couple who have three daughters and five grandchildren, so I don’t have any host-siblings. They’re both very sweet and seem excited to have me here. My host-mom, Chiara, is pretty much your typical Italian mom/grandmother. She’s a great cook and cleans the house every day. She even sets out breakfast stuff for me every morning. Gianluca, my host-dad, is very energetic. Apparently (if I understood correctly), he’s run for mayor of Ferrara a couple of times, but has unfortunately come in second every time. They also have a dog, Maggi, who is, unfortunately, blind, but still very cute.

They’ve hosted multiple students before, and they have a whole set-up for them. I have my own room (and bathroom!) basically in their “attic.” That makes it a bit interesting and painful for me. I wouldn’t be able to tell you how many times I’ve hit my head on the slanted ceiling. The shower is particularly difficult for me to use (see picture).

Overall, the house and my host-parents are great.

My room!

...and the other half of it

Awkwardly short shower