Personal Narrative: Coming To America

My life changed in a blink of an eye, the moment I turned sixteen years old. My parents decided, that it was better for my future that I finish high school in America. I was thrilled, but at the same time I knew coming to America meant starting over. Leaving my country, my family, my friends, and my culture was the hardest thing I had to do in my life. After living two years away from parents, now I can say that the sacrifice was worth it. Being in a new cultural setting can be intimidating at first, but is also very exciting. Living in America gave me an opportunity to develop new strengths, and abilities. Starting a life in a foreign country is very difficult. But I have learned that the key to succeed is adapting. I had to adapt to a new family, new people, new culture, and a new school. The first time I arrived to Framingham, everything was new to me. The first thing I had to change was my way of greeting others. Back in Peru when people greet others, people give a kiss on the cheek.
I started my adventure as a naïve sophomore, and now I am an experienced senior. I have learned more about myself in the past two years. I have learned that sometimes one has to give more than one receives, and expect no kind of recognition. Coming to the U.S has made me emotionally stronger, and also a persistent person. The more I insist in something, the better is the outcome.
Before I came to the U.S I used to like routine, because it was the easiest path to follow. However, months after leaving my comfort zone I realized that taking risks are the best way to challenge routine. Routine did not help me discover and develop my full potential. Now I am willing to accept new challenges, and assume new risks. Studying abroad has helped gained more life experience, and independence. The day of my graduation will the beginning of a new chapter in my life, because the best part is yet to