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Changed Goals

 

Maria Batista

 

My goals for this year were: learn about computer and do an application for citizenship. But now I can't apply for citizenship because an opportunity rose to buy the house where we have lived for three years. To own our own house, every money we have is used for this. Maybe the day after tomorrow we will have a closing. I am very excited, because the house is nice and has a big backyard. I appreciate the front yard, too, because it has three trees. On left side there is a pear tree. It's delicious. Last year I brought for my classmates and Linda liked it, too. The middle of the front yard has a tree and when there are hot days, I put the car under it. On right side has a third tree, this in springtime has beautiful flowers. I am so happy and thank God. The basement has apartment. My son lives there and helps us pay the rent and buy the house with us. He and his wife help us pay the mortgage, too.

I say thanks for this school. And it gives me free computer class. I had some classes and learned something. Thank you.


 
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About the Author

Maria Batista, author of “Changed Goals” is from Brazil.

"I came to this country because it has many opportunities for my children, a better life and far away from the violence. My goal when this class ends is to take a childhood class to help with the children at my church.”