She was only a young teen when she took refuge in Egypt, and an apprehensive older teen when she became a landed refugee in Canada. She came alone and doesn’t speak about her family. Her struggle to adjust to a strange culture, learn English, gain her grade 12 High School certificate, and find employment to pay her rent has been all consuming. The loss of family is often overwhelming; her trust in God is her source of hope. She has been supported during her journey by the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada and Toronto. This beautiful young and enthusiastic woman had one goal: becoming a Canadian Citizen.
Her dream came true on Valentine’s Day when she took the oath of allegiance along with 49 other enthusiastic and excited newcomers. Her excitement was infectious and her joy complete at least for that occasion. She now has her sights on becoming an airline hostess. Good luck Addis you deserve it.
-Sister Ann Marshall, csj