This month marks the 5th year since I became a US citizen. I can't believe it's been that long. I still remember, there were 634 people who got to swear in as US citizens that day, October 2, 2008 at Arlington Convention Center in Arlington, TX. That only shows that a lot of people really wanted to become US citizens. The place was really crowded. Hubby told me that maybe there were around 1500 people at the venue and that includes the friends and relatives of the candidates for citizenship. When they announced the candidates by country, we had to stand and waved
the little US flag that they gave us. The candidates were from 89
different countries and Mexicans were the majority, followed by the
Arabs and Vietnamese. There were only 5 of us who are Filipinos.
There was a short program and hubby was my photographer. He also took a few short videos. BTW, Sherry, my step-daughter went with us and I really appreciate her presence. When it's time for us to take the Oath Of Allegiance to the United States Of America, I had mix emotions. I was sad because I was renouncing my native country to take a new identity. On the other hand, I was happy because after waiting for 8 months since I filed my application for naturalization, finally I am now a naturalized American. I love the US. I never thought I would become a citizen in this country when I was young. It was my dream to see this country but God gave me more than what I asked for. "Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us," Ephesians 3:20 KJV.
It's been 5 years since I became a US citizen. I am still a Filipino and I love my country. I applied for dual citizenship 4 years ago. I'm proud to be a Fil-AM!
About Me
- Lisa
- I am a Filipina who is currently residing here in Texas. I am a Christian with a strong faith in the Lord. I am what I am by the grace and mercy of God, a sinner saved by grace and without God I am nothing. I have simple dreams in life, just to live peacefully, happily as I worship and serve the Lord. I love God above all and despite many trials in life God is always there to carry me through. I love the beach, sightseeing, nature tripping, gardening... I just love and appreciate the beauty of God's wonderful creation. Jesus Christ is my Creator, Lord and Savior of my life. I don't have riches in this world but as long as I have Jesus in my life then I have everything.
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13 comments:
Congratulations! I am happy that you opted for dual citizenship too. Never can take away the Filipino spirit wherever in the world they may be.
I am happy that you opted to apply for dual citizenship too. The Filipino culture is in itself unique and could never be taken away from its people regardless of where they are in the world.
wow...that was a long time and yes, you can't tell that time is faster than its used too..congratulations to finally becoming a US citz.
Congrats, I am with you. I prefer to be a dual citizen though am not yet a US citizen I just keep delaying it.
wow, way to go titaLiz...am just wondering how to apply for dual citizenship...I want to apply!
you were beaming with joy and happiness that day, Lisa, I love your smiles in those pics, and love your dress too. yes, no one could take our love for our country away.
great photos!! congratulations! We just move in here in malaysia about a year ago and we have to wait for couple of years I think to get a PR. I am soon to apply citizenship in australia as well. congrats again sis! x0~ www.tauyanm.com
congrats!! looks like you are very happy as the photos say it all. it's good that you're still Filipino bec. of that dual citiz...
Wow that's a lot! During my oath taking, we were only like 15 or twenty.
Congratulations ate. I am thinking of applying for dual citizenship as well.
Yay! That's something you have to be proud of! :) Congratulations po!
Good thing that you applied for dual citizenship! It means that you still love being a Filipino and be proud of it!
You always have to look where you came from. :)
Same here Manang. I would not have gone for naturalization if dual citizenship was not made into law. I'm a proud Fil-Am.
I am very proud of you too, Ate Lis! Reacquiring your Filipino citizenship only proves the true Filipino spirit in you.
Congrats! I believe 2014 is your 6th year now as a US citizen? ;-)
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