Personal Narrative: My American Dream

The American dream. Many before me have come to the this nation in search of success and fortune for them/ their families. Some leave by their own accord, while others are forcibly removed from their homeland due to war, poverty, disease, etc. No matter what the circumstances however, we, the immigrants, migrate to this country with the belief that hard work will be the road paved in gold leading to riches. Leaving my family in Rapallo to search for the uncertain shall be my triumph in this life or my downfall to adversity. My native land of Italy had become the home of overpopulation, poverty, and disease. The eruptions of Mount Vesuvius and Mount Etna left thousands without homes and many more injured. Many also couldn't trust the water
In the light luggage I bring with me, I carry pictures of the ones I hold dearly. Family is the only thing irreplaceable in this world. Without relatives one truly has nothing; they are your backbone, no one can replace them. My photos will at least remind me of my memories with them and give me the motivation to keep going even at my lowest. To guide my way, the family bible will accompany me on the journey. The word of God protects and keeps you on the road of humility. Through thick and thin, He is there to give us strength and spirit to keep treading on our chosen path. This bible not only signifies my faith, as a Roman Catholic, but also holds sentimental value. Through the generations, it has been passed down finally reaching me. The honor and importance of this holy book is unmeasurable; it will keep me safe as it did my ancestors. Along with my bible, a rosary will be in my luggage. In times of need/destress, I can pray the holy rosary in hopes to overcome my obstacles. Each part holds meaning and prayers, Apostle's Creed prayed while holding the crucifix in one's hand, Our Father while holding the single, larger bead, then a prayer of the Hail Mary for each smaller bead. [Finish