pickI‘m only a third generation American. My great grandparents came over and made new lives as Americans. There is so much that is easy to forget and to take for granted. This helps to remind me that save for Native Americans we are all the products of immigration. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
So I always buy books when I go visit places. This one is an Ellis island pick and I wanted something not too light with a little substance but not ready to tackle The Huntress yet...
“I put them in a little cigar box and I went to the brook and I said, ‘Goodbye, my little dollies. I‘ll meet you in America.‘ That was my dream.” // Anna Vacek Preparing for my much awaited trip to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty 🗽
Island of hope, island of tears | 
