This is so beautifully written and such an important perspective to share. Everyone building a life with the added burdens of immigration should be a source of national pride. I'm very proud to call you a friend and grateful you published this - it'll be required reading for my kids.
Thank you for giving voice to all of us. Although we all come to this wonderful country under different circumstances, the end goal is the same: opportunity, security, and a better future. Nothing was given to us. We worked twice as hard to get here, but we won't give up on these challenges if it means reaching our goals. Our goals do not include harming or undermining those that are already here (Americans or otherwise), but just a better future for our families and the opportunity to show we can contribute in a positive way. We aim to get educated and share our wonderful culture while respecting the culture we have chosen to adopt. Thank you. again for opening up. <3
“I got an AP curriculum on humility, resilience, and gratitude. By nine years-old, I was well aware that life can change in an instant and it is up to us to find the specks of light in a dark tunnel” this thisss! What a beautiful brutal life lived and loved! Thank you for sharing and I can’t wait to see and hug you so so sooooon!
This is so beautifully written and such an important perspective to share. Everyone building a life with the added burdens of immigration should be a source of national pride. I'm very proud to call you a friend and grateful you published this - it'll be required reading for my kids.
Kylie! 🥹 Thank you for your beautiful words. I’ll come over and read it to them myself!!
Oh Laura!
This is a well written, wonderful story that more people need to read!
I am so glad our paths crossed in our lives❤️
God’s blessings to you🙏
Thank you so much! 🫶🏼
Dear Laura,
I have heard parts of this story at different times and have always have been impressed by your strength and resilience.
But the way you have combined all the pieces into one wonderful story is magical. Just like you!
I love you very much and are so proud we are family!
Mama Hoh
Thanks Mama Hoh 🩷
Hi Laura,
Thank you for giving voice to all of us. Although we all come to this wonderful country under different circumstances, the end goal is the same: opportunity, security, and a better future. Nothing was given to us. We worked twice as hard to get here, but we won't give up on these challenges if it means reaching our goals. Our goals do not include harming or undermining those that are already here (Americans or otherwise), but just a better future for our families and the opportunity to show we can contribute in a positive way. We aim to get educated and share our wonderful culture while respecting the culture we have chosen to adopt. Thank you. again for opening up. <3
I love this. Thank you, Mari 💌
This is an incredible story of heartbreak, determination, resilience, courage and love. Thank you so much for sharing it ❤️Beautifully expressed
Thank you, Jessica 💌
“I got an AP curriculum on humility, resilience, and gratitude. By nine years-old, I was well aware that life can change in an instant and it is up to us to find the specks of light in a dark tunnel” this thisss! What a beautiful brutal life lived and loved! Thank you for sharing and I can’t wait to see and hug you so so sooooon!
Love you! Cannot wait to hug you! 🩷