Before I came to America, I didn't know much about McAllen. The only thing that I knew about this city was that my sister-in-law's family has been living there. Not knowing anything about this city, my family flew to McAllen on January 12th, 2009. However, when we arrived, it was around 10:30 p.m. Therefore, we hit the bed with fatigue after having talked about our trip for a short time. Until then, everything seemed okay. However, when I saw my son and husband sleeping, I burst out crying because I felt sorry for bringing them to the U.S.A. just for my benefit. I had a mixed feeling at that time. That was the first night in McAllen.
The next day, when I went out of the house, my sister-in-law showed us two things. One was a bicycle, and the other one was a little orange tree which was planted in celebration of coming to McAllen. They were for my son. I couldn't tell you how happy I was on that day. The orange tree was not just an orange tree. It was my son's orange tree, which was really special to me.
We have been spending almost 10 months here. The orange tree also has been growing well with my son's love. Now, thankfully, it has a big orange in it. To me, the little orange tree is a priceless thing, and McAllen is one of the best places in my memory. Now, you know that it is the most treasured part in my life in the U.S.A.
Oh~I like your article. I don't think your husband and son would blame you for bringing them here. Because this is your dream, they love you and they are trying to help you to make your dream comes ture. It's a sweet story. I do believe the orange tree will growing up very strong and beautiful just like your son.
ReplyDeleteJiyeon, I remember you told me about this tree!
ReplyDeleteI really love this article!
You know, it sound like this tree is a symbol of your and your family's life in the USA.
The experience is becoming larger and it is growing every second!
I think that you are very lucky to have your family here because really our home is where our heart is.
Thank you!! Hsing and Jamilya. I am really happy to hear that you enjoyed my article. I really appreciate that.
ReplyDeleteI like orange, but I have never seen a orange tree.
ReplyDeleteHave you eaten the oranges of the tree? I am sure that the taste would be different to you and your family.