Graduation week was just around the corner. I hear everyone excited about what university or college they are getting ready to attend. I sit, hopelessly. I received an appointment to West Point Academy, denied. 3 year scholarship to Vanderbilt University, denied. Belmond, denied. I had all these open doors, and I was the one who had to close the door.
I, just like everyone else, knew that I would be attending a great school. I had no worries, my grades were good, I had so many things under my belt, nothing could hold me down. Never did I imagine that being illegal would hold me down in the way that it has. I mean, is it my fault im in the United States, did I ask to be brought over? No. My perception was, i'm getting ready to leave home and go to school. I already had schools asking about me, I was sending in applications, writing essays and for what? It wasn't until a week before graduation that my counsilor sat me down and dropped the news. "Cristal, i'm so sorry but as of right now there isn't much of an option". So I guess that's how i'm supposed to live. I have to work for the rest of my life, save every nickel and dime to attend school part time, because I can only afford to take on at a time, due to the out of state tuition. Is this right? Is this legal? According to law, it sure it. How can somone's hopes and dreams be demolished over their status in the U.S. I guess it makes sense though, I guess I can understand the National Security Issue.
I led myself to believe that I wouldn't be one of the kids that didn't do anything with their lives. I felt like I hit rock bottom. Here I am graduation day, looking forward to what? It was a bitter sweet day for me, but life is what it is. I can only control what I think and do. Failed perception, my friends. I thought one thing, when it was the complete opposite. It's been tough, but I can't change it. I just hope to be some kind of inspiration for someone in my exact position, it can be done. You need to work your butt off, and dedicate yourself to exceeding the limitations. I just hope that i'm never let down in that way again.
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I like the title of your post; it's catchy! I am sorry that your status has caused you so many hardships. I hope that you will be able to eventually pursue the dreams to which you aspire and that this stage of your life will be a huge stepping stone for you.
Well you certainly are making the best of your opportunities in my class. I am honored to have you as a student.
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