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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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.” |