Real statements people have made to me that I bet they don’t say to most other immigrants: “Oh, I don’t think of YOU as an immigrant…” “Don’t change your accent. It’s so charming.” “People from your country always sound so intelligent.” “Why would you leave there to live here?” Things people have said to me… Continue reading Your Friendly, Neighborhood Immigrant
Month: February 2026
Candlemas
Once again, the French demonstrate the art of living the good life. While we Pennsylvanians are getting up at midnight in sub-zero temperatures to watch a rodent pulled out of a log, the French are celebrating Feb 2 by sitting down to crepes. I thought pancakes were just for the ‘oh no, Lent is almost… Continue reading Candlemas