Written Essay I migrated to the United States of America on January 16, 1970, along with my wonderful parents and amazing siblings: four boys and my baby sister. I remember that it was a cold winter night, it had snowed and this was all new for me. Although, I was already missing my beloved country, El Salvador, friends, and childhood memories, I knew that I would easily adjust to our new country because I was fortunate to have my family by my side. I vividly recall how I said to Dad as we were heading from the airport to our new home, “Dad this country is so beautiful.” When he heard this, he and mom had a wonderful smile on their face as they knew that all their sacrifices had been worthwhile. And they were. They raised six successful children. …show more content…
Like my parents, we have raised three professional children: two accountants and a paralegal who wants to become an attorney. They all graduated from Maryland University with honors and have made us very proud parents. I must also mention my beloved grandchildren, Brandon and Bryan, because they are the future of this wonderful world. They both enjoy baseball and may become professional baseball players in the future as they possess all the essential tools, ability and character to be successful. Now that my children are independent and working in their field, it is my turn to undertake what I have always wanted to do study accounting and make my family proud. I do not know how far I will take my goals but I do know that I am ready to be all that I can be. I have no doubt that I will accomplish my goals with determination, hard work, and dedication. I strongly believe that knowledge is a powerful tool and that it is never too late to make dreams come true, and I will do so at the Colorado Christian University. May God bless the United States of America, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. In God I