Reflective Essay: Coming To The United States

Many people are raised up by the idea that the society they live in always needs more adjustment, and other people around them are not always friendly. I am also one of those people. Since I was little, I was taught by my father not to trust anyone around, and not to pay too much effort into any kind of relationship. Even though I might not necessarily agree with him, I still followed his advice for years. However, I always ended up feeling lonely and depressed.

America is one of the richest and safest place in the whole wide world. I was born in Egypt and came to California when I was 10 years old, I love it here. The reason I came to America was because of safety, but now that a lot of people have weapons it 's not as safe anymore. We should make a law about limiting people’s weapons and only people who actually need it shall have it.

But way before that you sent him "يالفاهر يالتسذوب" he didn 't do what you did because he knew it was a joke. Even the message you sent him afterwards was

But, I soon realised that he is getting old and can’t help that he is getting old. So eventually I did the right thing and went back in there and ate in the dining room with family. I felt better that I know he knew why I left and when I came back he looked confused. I just knew he knew why I came back.

The land of the free and the home of the brave, America is the dream for people everywhere. A place to make a name for yourself, where the unthinkable is achievable. Immigrants from all over the world travel days, weeks, and months to be greeted by Lady Liberty and create a better life for themselves. In particular, immigrants from Europe save every penny they have to afford the trip to America. They leave their family, friends, and the comfort of their home to explore the unknown and diversity of America.

What makes someone an American? This is a question that has so many answers because so many people have different views on Americanism. One person might claim you have to be born in America, some might say you have to be raised in it. While they are not necessarily wrong, others will have a different idea. Some people view Americanism as an attitude, not a nationality.

Immigrants make up over 13.5% of the United States population. Immigrating can be a difficult journey, but it does not have to be. If immigrants want to move to the United States, they should first research the new town or city they are moving to, learn how to become an American citizen, and learn proper English. These steps will make your journey to America a lot less difficult. Researching the city or town you are moving to helps immigrants find homes, jobs, and schools that are available.

Twenty minutes passed and I was off the bus heading to my locker when a old friend of mine approached me. She told me that my best friend (may I add my only friend) had called me a brat and said she didn’t want to

Brendon and I got in this huge argument and he keep insulting me the whole time so i walked away. Brandon who is my best friend came after me and asked me what i was going to do, and i told him i was going to tell the dean what everyone has been saying. He told me that 's the best thing to do in this situation. Once i got to my first period class i told my

It all started when we got outside, we were fine at lunch just doing the normal, talking, playing, ext. We were all happy now, as in we, I mean our group we always are challenging each other and tattling on each other for the smallest reason, in that group were and somewhat still is the same people, there is/was Logan, Luther, Kanava, Anna, AnnMarie, Blaine, Aiden, and of course me, Cadence. So when we got outside Logan was doing something he should not have done, he was kicking balls under the covered area. So I went and told Ms. Donna.

More than twelve million immigrants will make their first stop in America at Ellis Island Immigration station in the years ahead between 1892 and 1954, at least that's what we read. Who knew a small island in the New York Harbor would become my life saver ? I have waited for this day ever since I was just ten years old. I was thinking about the time when I first heard the news that we would be traveling to America when I was interrupted by a repetitive phrase. “Are you ready, Aria ?”

At the age of____, I left everything behind in Armenia and migrated into the United States of America to start a new life. Even though I love my paternal land and do not forget where I come from, the fact that I could pursue a career and become a productive member of the society encouraged me to move to America. To my great misfortune, I was persecuted for being politically active in my own country and I could no longer fight with the authorities for violating my civil rights. I had the potential of facing more dangerous situations than I was already in at the time. I am my parent’s first child

Traveling to a different country takes a lot of preparations. From knowing what to bring to figuring out what attractions you wanna see, to understanding their language and learning their culture. Each country has a its very own lifestyle that you need to adjust to. I traveled to Istanbul, Turkey with my family from July 27th until August 1st during summer break. It took approximately 10 hours by plane from Toronto.

With everyone now aboard the cruise ship, I can’t even hear myself think! The sound of adults and children overwhelmed with excitement and bursting with laughter fills the sea air. “We’ll be departing for the Caribbean islands shortly,” exclaims Captain George Johnson. This is my cue to start making way to my compact yet cozy room to unpack my belongings for my ten day trip.

My Journey to America Moving from Nigeria to the United States permanently feels great, but at the same time it is sad leaving some of your loved ones and family behind. There are many events in life, which can change one’s way of thinking. As for me, one of the major changes in my life occurred when I moved from Africa to America. This change has entirely affected my personality positively. Why?