Host an exchange student

I have a request to all of you readers out there! My host family is hoping to send my host brother, Sebastian (pictured to the right), to the U.S. next year for six months to study. Would anyone be interested in hosting a sweet, loving Chilean boy?

He's only fifteen, but Eva and Sergio want him to study in the States because being fluent in English, especially down here, is a huge advantage for his future. His sister, Camila, did the same thing a couple years ago in Canada. I'm a testament to how well she speaks English (and sometimes I'm jealous at how good her English is in comparison to my Spanish) and I know it'll be such an advantage to her, not only in her everyday life, but also as she studies to be a doctor at university next year. They want the same for their son. Since I've grown so close with the family, they'd love it if Seba could be near me in North Carolina or Virginia next year.

Anyway, Seba would arrive in time to start the school year next Fall 2010 and return to Chile the beginning of February 2011. He'll be in his Junior year of high school, and obviously his parents will send money to pay for living expenses. I can't say enough how wonderful he is, and I want to do anything I can to give him the opportunity to study in the States.

If you know anyone or would feel comfortable asking around, I'd really appreciate it!!

Love and grace to all of you. Can't wait to see you in five weeks!!!!!!!!!