Every two to four years since birth, I have relocated to a new home in a new city, state, or country. The routine is always the same: the movers pack, the house is scrubbed spotless, and goodbyes are exchanged. Excitement sweeps over my family as the reality of a new adventure sets in. Although fond memories with acquired friends are difficult to leave, my dad’s service in the Army has taught me that every good thing has a price and when duty calls I must answer, like he does and those before him. This is my responsibility to America: to place my country’s needs before my own.
As a military dependent, I frequently encounter men and women who have proudly served our country. However, there are millions of valiant service members who died for me, my freedoms, and to protect everything the American Flag …show more content…
As important as it is to be informed of our history, it is equally essential that I educate myself on the current issues in America. An example is the recent refugee migration. America has admitted almost 85,000 refugees in 2016, which maximizes this year’s limit. This is heroic because countries in distress are witnessing families being killed for choosing to practice a different religion, while our government declares each citizen free. Our rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are privileges that I feel are taken for granted by many Americans. Taking full advantage of my rights and freedoms stated in the Constitution, specifically the Bill of Rights like voting, bearing arms, freedom of religion, and speech, is at my core because they are not a gift available to all, like the refugees. To assist their integration, I will welcome and not judge them based on their race, nationality, or religion. Many people have welcomed me into their country by not judging or discriminating against me, and I will offer that same
As a military dependent, I frequently encounter men and women who have proudly served our country. However, there are millions of valiant service members who died for me, my freedoms, and to protect everything the American Flag …show more content…
As important as it is to be informed of our history, it is equally essential that I educate myself on the current issues in America. An example is the recent refugee migration. America has admitted almost 85,000 refugees in 2016, which maximizes this year’s limit. This is heroic because countries in distress are witnessing families being killed for choosing to practice a different religion, while our government declares each citizen free. Our rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are privileges that I feel are taken for granted by many Americans. Taking full advantage of my rights and freedoms stated in the Constitution, specifically the Bill of Rights like voting, bearing arms, freedom of religion, and speech, is at my core because they are not a gift available to all, like the refugees. To assist their integration, I will welcome and not judge them based on their race, nationality, or religion. Many people have welcomed me into their country by not judging or discriminating against me, and I will offer that same