Writing a personal essay is a pleasant experience in that it lets you discover yourself. My life took a new turn when I got to know about the Secondary School Exchange Program launched by the U.S. Department of State. I came to America and lived here with a volunteer American family and attended a private school for three years. Leaving my country and family seemed difficult at first, but the American family that volunteered to keep me with them is so loving and supportive that I did not miss my country all that much. I ...