my mother became a citizen after living here and working here for years. in fact she waited until after i was raised pretty much to do so. she was happy and loves being a citizen. she hasn't regretted a minute of it. she obtained three college degrees and raised a family.
no regrets
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Got it! Here is my brief story: Came to the US as a student. Finished school and decided to work here. Then became an immigrant. And finally a citizen. Feel naturalized, not only on paper but with my whole life-style as well. No regrets on my side as well.
yes. it is a great thing and becoming a citizen is a serious step, but for those that really want it, it can provide great benefits! work hard, pay your taxes and be a good american is all that's required. my mother has done so and she plans to live the rest of her life here, though she was born overseas.
I recently joined the group that naturalized to Citizenship and what a feeling of calm and peace I have now. My circumstances were quite complicated( as I am sure many others feel theirs is), however, I waited for a very loooooong time, more than a decade and I can only say that, reaching this point has been very fulfilling to me. It was a long challenging road, with a lot of emotional ups and downs, financial struggle, not to mention the challenges that brought me to the US still overwhelming, but I finally lived to experience this day.
Like I said, I feel a sense of calm, belonging. the fear that I had from way back when just eased away during the ceremony.
The naturalization ceremony was short and sweet! Loved it! Just enough to satisfy the need for a formal event. I feel absolutely lucky and truly blessed. It is my intention to take all advantages that come with citizenship. First, is to get a passport! I sent out for that and registered to vote. Hopefully, I will also get the chance to change SSI very soon. There's soo much to do and now, i have the opportunity in addition to live my private life!
Like I said, I feel a sense of calm, belonging. the fear that I had from way back when just eased away during the ceremony.
The naturalization ceremony was short and sweet! Loved it! Just enough to satisfy the need for a formal event. I feel absolutely lucky and truly blessed. It is my intention to take all advantages that come with citizenship. First, is to get a passport! I sent out for that and registered to vote. Hopefully, I will also get the chance to change SSI very soon. There's soo much to do and now, i have the opportunity in addition to live my private life!
Congrats! I share the same feelings with you. It really feels good to be finally able to vote in the country where you live and pay taxes. It also feels good to be able to travel without the fear of breaking continuous residence or physical presence requirements.
Congrats again on your citizenship and thanks for sharing!