I was certainly happy when I did, but I don't think I was nearly as happy as some of the people there with me that day. I think it was because of the circumstances that brought every one of us here in the first place. I did not come here fleeing poverty or war, prosecution, repression, any of that. Mine was a choice when I met my husband who is an American born citizen. It would have been hard for him to move to my country because of his disability, so we just decided to live in the US.
Among the people getting their American citizenship that day was a gentleman from, I can only assume, Africa, he had a smile from ear to ear and he seem just about ready to clap and jump for happines. Also there was a family from, (because of the name I got to read on their certificate) I think they were from some eastern european country, they had the smile frozen on their face. I can only imagine what they must have gone through to get here or what they were leaving behind.
2007-10-05 02:44:51 · 8 answers · asked by delina_m 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
Thank you steady voter! I'm proud and I'll do my best!
2007-10-05 02:49:59 · update #1
I waited 7 years before taking the step. I could have done it after three but I just wasn't ready...
2007-10-05 02:52:31 · update #2
No Hablo Engles.
2007-10-05 02:52:18 · answer #1 · answered by Henpecked 4 · 1⤊ 6⤋
I'm not an American citizen, although i do intend to become on when the time is right. I actually live in the UK, i am pretty happy with being European. But it would be happier if i could become an American citizen and live in the U.S. and join my sister.
2007-10-05 02:50:36 · answer #2 · answered by DARIA. - JOINED MAY 2006 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since I was born here, I can only relay to you how it affected my great grand father. He came through Ellis Island, with the clothes on his back, worked a farm, and kissed our American ground every day of his life. His native language was not allowed to be spoken in is home as he wanted to learn the language of his new country. He never got a hand out, and never asked for one. He was proud to be a citizen, and I am proud to have you as one also. Thanks for sharing your experience.
2007-10-05 02:52:51 · answer #3 · answered by Ohsassyone 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've lived in the U.S. since I was 11 years old (I'm 29 now), and I recently applied for naturalization. Don't ask me why I've procrastinated for the past 13 years, but I can't wait to finally get my citizenship. Good luck to all other applicants!
2007-10-05 02:55:29 · answer #4 · answered by Starsky 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hey I can't wait to move over there, I amtrying to get my papers str8 now so I can be and AMERICAN, The home of the free
2007-10-05 02:55:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I was born here, but, it all started back I guess 100-200 years ago or more when my great-great grandparents came here. I believe America is a great country and it provides a lot of opportunity. One day I hope to visit other countries and I hope they welcome me, as I hope Americans welcome you.
2007-10-05 02:59:16 · answer #6 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I was born here, so I can't really answer your question. I just wanted to say - to you, and any other naturalized citizens that answer you - Welcome, I hope our country treats you well, and thank you for doing things right. We're glad you're here!
2007-10-05 02:48:59 · answer #7 · answered by steddy voter 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I was really happy. I took night classes to learn English while I was working too!
2007-10-05 02:48:49 · answer #8 · answered by Watch it bub! 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋