“Oh, say can you see, by the dawn’s early light…” These words can be heard at the start of every game, assemble, and patriotic gathering. These words have the power to move the American spirit and even bring tears to the eyes of the truly proud. However, for many Americans another anthem also runs through their veins. Another song can bring them together. Another song has the power to move them to tears. For me, it’s “Jaya jaya jaya, Jaya He – Victory, victory victory to thee” the Indian national anthem. Continue reading Jaya He- Victory to Thee
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American Mythos: The Journey Westward
“Go West, young man, and grow up with the country.”
Most of history is lost to time; that which endures is mythology—epics of titans long past, champions of time immemorial, echoes of legends sung across the ages. Such is evident with the above popular quote on American manifest destiny. In actuality it’s both misquoted and misattributed to the wrong person. Despite these details, the quote nevertheless continues the tradition of a theme that resonates powerfully in the American cultural identity. In this respect, it’s perhaps one of the truest ideas we have. My family’s story, as is the story of so many other Americans, is one of the call westward. Continue reading American Mythos: The Journey Westward
Ah Gnigh
Almost everyone born in China is bound to an unspoken vow: to never reveal any aspect of the past that reflects weakness or poor judgment.
A Journey To The Other Half Of The World
During the winter, New York is a complete contrast to my parent’s home country of Burma. In Yangon, the capital of Burma, the heat scorches the pavement and the air vibrates in the light. My parents came from a country that was the opposite of New York City. My mother would have never imagined that she would live in a city halfway across the world. My father would have never imagined that he would be treating patients in an American hospital. I am sitting here today because of my parents’ journey to America.
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16 and an Immgrant
An Immigration Narrative? Oh Yes! When one has immigrated just three years ago, there can be plenty of things to write about. Unlike most of my classmates, I think I am at an advantage here, as I might just be the most recent immigrant in our class. My family and I landed in the United States on October 2nd 2010, a memorable day for us, as it’s also Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday. After spending almost 16 years of my life in India, America seemed too different. Continue reading 16 and an Immgrant
