My Journey to America
Summer is here, I am going to be in the fifth grade coming this fall. I can’t wait! I get to choose what language to learn – either French or English. Can’t make up my mind on which one I should choose. Oh but wait! Everything has changed. We are no longer learning French or English. I was told the other day that our new language to learn will be “Liên Sô” which means Russian.
Introduction
It was early in the morning. There was a slight hint of light shining through the clouds. The street was empty. I was holding Mẹ Ðức’s hand. We were walking together down an alley in an unfamiliar surrounding.
“Where are we going mommy?” I asked Mẹ Ðức. No reply.
I tugged on her blouse to get an answer. She turned around and it was no longer Mẹ Ðức. Mẹ Ðức transformed in to a strange lady. I quickly let go of the lady’s hand and I looked around for any signs of Mẹ Ðức. Mẹ Ðức was no where in sight. Quickly, I turned around, the lady disappeared. I was left alone in the alley lost and confused.
“No, please don’t leave me!” I called out. I was startled and woke up covered in sweat. It seemed so real.
The same dream repeated over and over again on and off for months until I was 10. The dream stopped recurring when my family and I left our beloved country, Vietnam. We sought for a better life in United States of America.
Love your blog/ new book
Just now have had some time to read it.
Please let me know when you’re next
Cooking demonstration is (sorry I missed the
last one).
& you’re next blog I would love to read that also
Thanks. & happy blogging & New Year
Hello Tamie! My next cooking demonstrations will be on February 18 & 24. The details are posted on my website at demo. (https://phoqueencooking.com/demo/)
The next blog to my intro is the timeline regarding Vietnam War, my life and American history. (https://phoqueencooking.com/2017/12/my-journey-to-america-vietnam-war/).
I hope the Holidays have been good to you. Happy New Year 2018!