I am a New Yorker

I am really glad that I became a New Yorker . Moving out from my homeland Korea is really a sad and frightening experience for me barely 7 years ago . Changes are inevitable and I believe it made me develop my confidence and sense of individuality . Moving at a foreign country made me nervous at first since I am not aware of what lies ahead before me since I was born and raised in Korea . After 3 years of studying in New York State , I then became at home on one of the world 's

most exciting and unique city

New York is one enlightened path that leads me to a brighter future . It is set in one of the most powerful country on earth , the United States of America . So much things can be done here and there are lots of sights to visit too . Enjoying the fabulous cities and doping great fun filled activities outdoors . I consider it as one of the perfect environment for me and for my family . Though at first , I find it hard conversing with New Yorkers I strive hard to cope up with the surroundings and persevere in studying the English language . There for quite so many years has been one great and enjoyable experience for me . New York offers lifestyle that is the best for everyone . Transportation system is very easy . The cost of living is reasonable and this city contains many natural treasures . Whenever I go back to Korea during school breaks , I can 't help but compare the two places when it comes to the type of living and resources

Long before I went to New York , I was a person who knows no other language than Korean . Moving in the big city made me experience a little bit of culture shock . Different place with different people who speaks in a different tongue made it hard for me to deal with others . I was always reluctant to talk with other people . Since I came from the East Asian Country , starting a conversation especially with people from other races is a big no-no for me due to my fears of being ridiculed by the so called racists . There are other cultures who humiliate Koreans because of our thick accent . People prefer to talk to those who know how to speak American English well . At first , it was an awkward experience to be in New York , as I was surrounded by people who speak good English Fearing that I would be mocked for my thick accent and wrong grammar , I did not speak too often . And whenever I had to respond to others , it was like I was being judged by the words that I uttered . I can see from their expressions that they were finding it hard to understand me . It was really embarrassing . I had no confidence at all . I always ended up speaking nothing at all just to avoid being humiliated . Because of my low self-esteem and fear of humiliating...