As I write this, almost all my requirements for legal immigration to the
United States have been met, I need my immigrant visa and TOEFL lessons
to finish.
To all those living in the Republic of the
Philippines, my home for the past 22 years, it is almost time for me to
say goodbye. For good.
For when all my paperwork is done at the
right time, I am ready enough to immigrate hopefully to the United
States of America - this being a plan I'd have had for 5 years now. I am
leaving behind a country that has brought me into the world, nursed me
and raised me into the man I am now. I am leaving behind my family,
friends and relatives. I am leaving behind 22 years of my life and the
best and worst moments I had. I'll faithfully remember these years with
deep respect.
Should I'll be leaving soon for the United States
of America to finish my high school and start college again and to work
hard for my family back in the Philippines, given that it's my personal
choice, this is one decision that will remain with me to the rest of my
days. And I will never regret it.
To my countrymen, thank you all
for making me one of your own. My time here is almost done. I am moving
away soon and will depart this country, my land of birth, for a better
life in the United States of America. My thanks for making me the man I
am now.
This will be surely a sad goodbye, Philippines. I will
never ever see this nation again soon, for I am surely safe in far away
lands, but will always think about these 22 years of my life here in
this country with deep respect and gratitude.
John
(formerly posted on DeviantArt)
