A life in a year: being an exchange student in Colorado

Ithink it’s better.”

Last night we were discussing the di erences between school in the USA and Italy with our Italian exchange student, Giona, as my kids complained, yet again, about having to go to school. Giona explained to us how in Italy he goes to school from 8-2 Monday through Saturday. He doesn’t eat lunch at school, which he really enjoys here, and said the teachers are much more strict and not as friendly in Italy.

I’m hoping that gave my kids pause. Maybe they will appreciate what they have.

Giona has been with us for two months now, and it’s been great!

We have three kids: ages 11, 15 and 16, and each has a special and di erent relationship with him. He