[Hetmann]

My daughter is a sophomore in high school. We get along fine although she's frequently moody and upset by something she can't discuss. She hates her school, the staff, the people, etc etc etc. So far, she get's good grades and has not had any significant disciplinary problems at school. On the other hand, her relationship with her mother seems to have devolved into an ongoing catfight. The two of them can't seem to have a civil discussion on any topic.

Here's the latest... My daughter wants to be an exchange student to Brazil, Australia, or anywhere else. Basically the farther away the better. I'm not really in favor of the idea at this point and don't want to make her erratic behavior of late somebody else's problem to deal with.

I spite of all that, I want to give the idea some consideration and discuss it with her in a rational and realistic manner. Has anyone had any experiences good or bad with sending their kids off to be exchange students? Does this cost an arm and a leg?