How Life in My Home Country Differs from Life in the US
historic monuments and a wonderful story. The cultural
point of view was a terrific thing. It had pretty places,
museums, and also many public places including good
beaches with many seaside activities. While I was growing
up I saw that it was a glorious life for all the people in our
country. However, when I came to the United States I
discovered a true story of a very different political structure
and I saw it is as a wonder that I can’t explain to you.
Normally I’m not usually confused. However, this large
country the United States, which represents the first power
in the world, compared with a small country that is
underdeveloped showed me a different picture. There is
such a contrasting difference. I believe everyone would like
to live in the United States of America. It’s a better life for
many who live in this country. It provides peace, security,
respect, and justice for all. Finally this country gives us
opportunities to realize our dreams and the hope of reaching
all of our goals. God Bless America.
Rodrique St. Marc is from Haiti. He is a student in the ESOL Level Class
at Dunbar Community School. His teacher is Mrs. Judy Peck.
As a Tourist
I was in this country as a tourist many times before I
decided to stay to work. I was very surprised, because in the
United States there was no discrimination towards people
over fifty to get a job. You can see elder people working
anywhere. In my country a person who is fifty could not
work because they are considered too old and prefer young
people to work for them. I could see that in the United
States I could study, because there are a lot of places in
which we can learn if we make that decision. This is the
country of opportunities, if you work and study hard, your
dreams can come true. It all depends on you.
Silvia Quiroz is a student at Miramar Branch Library English Cafe-
Broward County Libraries.
Living in the United States
Living in the United States is easy and difficult at the
same time. Why do I think living in the United States is
easy? It is because I have machines working for me. I do