I study computer programming. I am from India. My aunt taught me to swim. I coach competitive swimming. I like to listen to and write death metal music.
I am new to the United States. I don't know anything about computer programming. I was born in Somalia. I escaped Somalia with my aunt's help because I was forced to marry young. I have escaped my forced spouse. I like swimming.
What has been one of the most surprising things you've experienced since coming to America? I have enjoyed the simple things like going to the grocery store and being able to see all the fresh fruits and vegetables in perfect rows. I also like being able to go to church and be free to take a bible everywhere I go. It really is the little things, I understand that. You were not able to do those things in Somalia? I wasn't allowed to go anywhere without my abusive husband. He never went to church and he didn't believe in God or anything like that. He mostly made me clean and stay home to cook. I am so sorry to hear you went through that. I am glad you are safe now and free to be yourself. Do you have any dreams or goals you are working towards now that you are living in the US? Thank you, I appreciate your kind words. I would like to study and get some sort of degree. I really like helping others so I need to find a job that is serving others. I am open to ideas. That is a great quality to have. Maybe you could look into social work or nursing? Hey, thats what I was thinking about too. I used to help people who would get hurt and I would bandage up the local kids wounds. I want to look into nursing. Do you ever miss your country? That is a great idea to get into something you are passionate about. I do miss India sometimes, but I have a lot of family and friends who also moved to America, so spending time with them is like being back home. That is nice and comforting for you. I noticed that when I spend time with my aunt I also feel a sense of home and become less homesick for my country. I don't want to go back there but also get sad and miss it sometimes, it's confusing. Yes, I know the feeling. Life is so great here, but there are always comforts of home that will be missed. Will any of your family be looking to come over to live or visit? I think my sister will be visiting me soon and I am really excited about that. We want to visit Disneyland, if we can afford it!