He tallks about his son’s service in the army and how proud he is to be an American.
He escaped from Darfur at the age of 18 to obtain the freedoms we cherish in America.
He tells you the story of how he reached out to the homeless and personally made a difference.
He talks about the work ethic of his parents who brought his family here from Albania.
She talks about her 96-year-old grandmother who helped raise money for 9/11 victims.
Tells the story of her Chinese grandfather, one of the founders of Scottsdale, Arizona.
She escaped religious persecution to pursue a better life for herself and her children.
In love letters her parents wrote she shares their pain of separation & fight for freedom.
President of Westminster College, he helped an Afghani friend move his family to the U.S.
She talks about her father’s incredible journey to build a successful life in America.
Einstein,
I certainly cannot know what it is like to experience the life that you have, but I can certainly appreciate the determination and chutzpah that it takes to achieve in spite of challenging circumstances. Thanks for sharing your story with us!
Tony
Dear Mahemdein,
You are an amazing individual. Thank you for sharing your story with us! Please know that you have touched the lives of people in IOWA as well as those across the whole USA. We’re rooting for you Mahemdein! Keep going! Keep walking! Keep learning! PERSIST! There’s a song called, “I need you to survive.” In this song they sing, “I need you—we’re all a part of God’s body–you are important to me—I need you to survive” (Please listen at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUUHPDUsLJ0 ) I love you Mahemdien—you have the ability to change the world.
You have a home at my house if you EVER need one! I’m here if you need me at any time.
Love
Nancy Woods
Dear Mahmedein,
I shared your emotion as an immigrant. It takes courage, effort, and a lot of work, to gain every little thing that we get here. And, we really take advantage of the opportunities given to us. Our journey continues, and when you less expect it, you will be achieving your dreams to help your communities back home.
Warm regards,
Edgar Romero
Mahemdein, you continue to light the road for individuals that travel dark, lonely paths. You inspire people from both near and far, casting your grace in a free, non-discriminating arc. Keep on doing what you’re doing, brother, we’re all watching in eager anticipation! Thank you for being an amazing individual!
-D