I'm a teenager but I'm independent - I have my own apartment I have my own life. And I think I have learned more than any of those teenagers have in school. I learned to be responsible leaving my family and coming here alone.
I was so embarrassed about mispronouncing words. I just knew how to smile.
But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong enough to leave...
I wasn't one to go out and buy a new car and stereo system and expensive clothes. My mom helped keep me grounded.
