I'd agree. But, and a very large however. Come into my presence, expect me to except to your wants and needs before my own will create fear which creates anger and a defensive stance. It took 20 years before a misunderstanding was corrected. Or a month of what did I do wrong, before learning a wave ment "come here". And of course everytime I waved back , and of course her anger increased.
Hi, Evelyn! As a proud American, and military combat veteran, I and everyone I know welcome you with open arms to our great country! We Americans respect what you've been though, and we want you to succeed and have fun during your continuing education.
Your foster mom sounds like an amazing person. I am so happy that she became a part of your life because it’s clear that you’re very much worth it. God Bless you! I wish that more North Koreans can have success stories like yours.
@@LaurennM360 dont blame yourself....you were a kid blame the teachers and administrators and the kid's parents. when a kid comes from north korea, it's a great teaching moment i dont think the kids would have bullied her had they been taught about the nation she had to escape from to be there.
@Ryan D she wasnt bullied by little children who didnt know better...they were teens they were disgusting excuses for human beings...and i bet they still are
@Ryan D ACTUALLY while some bullies are acting out because of abuse at home, most are egotistical and their aggressiveness and over confidence leads them to lead more successful lives. I can try and link the study I found this is but you know how CZcams is picky about links.
Am I the only person who sat here crying for her? It breaks my heart that she had to go through such a traumatic event in her life and come here and struggle to have friends and even be bullied because of something as stupid as a language barrier! A language barrier is not that hard to get around 😠 especially with all the technology available.
One of my closest friends when I was a kid, was someone I couldn't talk to. We didn't speak the same language. But we did manage to get into and out of a certain amount of trouble.
As an immigrant to the US, I can say one thing that never gets talked about is how accepting many Americans are, and how easily they will make friends with you, especially if they know you are struggling with some of the cultural differences you encounter.
Welcome to America!!! 🇺🇸💖 If I was in high school with you, I totally would be your bestie then! ^_^ I know I’m a random person on the internet, but if you ever need a friend, I’m here lol!
So glad you were able to find your happy place in the US.....unfortunately, you find bullies no matter where you go, but it's great that you were able to make friends. I hope you are able to stay in touch with your family and many more blessings come your way in the future.
I knew kids from the Philippines that came to Canada to live with their parents. They struggled with language in the beginning, and were so introverted. I always took the time to engage them. Just recently, after 50 years, they found me and thanked me for being a friend, and for watching their backs while adjusting to their new lives. I moved away from the old neighbourhood in 1978, 2 years after I left high school, but they remembered me to thank me. I am suitably touched........ This young lady had so similar an experience to a new country.......so happy she has also done so well.
This young lady is a good example of goodness and decency that reside in the people of North Korea. It’s a great shame that they, along with so many others in the world, are denied the blessings of liberty that we in the US take for granted. May the Lord bless and strengthen them until freedom finally rests upon their shoulders.
She's the cutest, the bravest and the prittiest of all, have been following her for a long time.... Evelyn you're an Inspiration 🙏🏻 Keep Going Strong 💐
My heart goes out to you and all of the people from other countries who have come to this great melting pot of humanity. Unfortunately not all American people understand the emotional struggles you go through. Thank you for enduring the assimilation process and achieving your goals of freedom. America is better because of you ! Peace & Love ❤️
I'm so happy you found friends who were kind to you and that you have a life that makes you happy now! I can't imagine how much courage you must have to have risked your life to escape, and then go to a whole new country without a single friend or family member, not even speaking the language. You are so brave!
I am from/in Ottawa, Canada. I went to a high school with an really good ESL program, and I am forever grateful for it. I'd say 50-60% of the kids there were from another country. (I was born here, but the high school was right down the street from me, so of course I went there.) I was introduced to so many different cultures, while helping my new friends adapt to a new culture. I don't know for sure if anyone was from NK, but maybe. There were kids from Russia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, Japan, Columbia, Kenya, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Iran, Saudi Arabia..... People from all over the globe. 🥰✌️
I used to always make friends with the kids who did not speak English, I would just adopt them as my new friend and I would talk as if they would understand me and before long they would. I met so many incredible people. You would be surprised how much you can communicate without understanding the words.
I have great respect for the young people who escape from North Korea and come to South Korea and America. These people come here, they learn English and work very hard to assimilate and then become the citizens who are productive. This is a great thing for our country. By the way, they come here LEAGALLY🇱🇷🇱🇷
Keep up the great work on your English... You're doing so well! It's so beautiful when someone speaks multiple languages and it can be extremely difficult... Beautiful job!
I would be so happy to meet someone from NK. I grew up in the US and I'm very grateful for so many things living here. It's not ideal though as most would agree. She probably didn't want to sound rude and criticize too much. Like how expensive it is just to live sometimes. There are people who want to take away funding to things like those therapy sessions, and general mental/physical health for people in need. I can't complain though because I can't imagine enjoying myself as much as I do if I lived somewhere like NK.
People who bully immigrants, especially children, especially for not speaking good english are just awful. Especially when they themselves likely cant speak a foreign language at all either, id love to see them put in a country with no english speakers and see how far they get without help. Im glad she found and had people in her life that were better than that. Ive had new immigrants in my city come into my workplace and not speaking good english if at all. I have no problem being patient to help them get what they need or even pulling out google translate if necessary to help communicate since its faster than the helpline. Ive done it before and its great to see them be thankful when I can finally communicate the information they need or get them the product they want. Id want the same courtesy if I was struggling in a foreign country. Im glad her life changed for the better and shes no longer in an awful place like NK.
Evelyn, you have an incredibly inspirational story that I hope you are proud of because it truly is admirable and I wish you nothing but success and happiness moving forward in your life..:)The sky is the limit young lady
@@GTFBITK I live on Guam, we dont have rights to vote being just a U.S. territory, so it doesnt matter who wins. Im not even a registered voter in my island, whatever party wins, nothing changes. I just didnt see the point of politics here, thats all. Stay safe, I didnt mean to offend anyone or come across as rude. Sorry...
I'm enjoying learning her travels. My step daughter came to Canada. It was difficult. Friendship disappeared for many years. But I never left and came every time she called. Protecting her from her jealous mother has been the biggest challenge. Thank-you Evelyn.
I just love how she is content with what she has, many people always want more, but if you have been to rock bottom you really learn what is important and what matters in life. I'm happy she has a good life and got away from that terrible place.
That must have been so scary! I had 2 friends from South Korea in high school. I could only imagine how hard it was to have to learn English on top of regular school. If we went to the same school, I probably would have tried to be your friend. ❤
You are not that far from me. I live a few hours from Chicago in IL. I am glad you have a therapist to help you understand yourself more. Any type of trauma can be hard to deal with and I know you escaped from North Korea for a reason. I hope you have a good life here in the States and I hope your family stays safe.
That is a universal truth... kids can sometimes be cruel or unkind (unfortunately, some adults can be too). I'm sorry you were bullied a little bit in school (I was as well, so I know how you must have felt), but you survived and are more extroverted now and more self confident, and making a lot more friends. I am so happy for you.
I was stationed in South Korea with the Army. Young Lady I know your struggle. I have a lot of respect for you. You are a giant of courage. God Bless and best of luck in your future.
I just love how sweet Evelyn is. It must have been so hard to be in a new country - especially one you were taught to hate your whole life, to have no family, not know the language, have unfamiliar foods. Her Mom was right - it did make her strong. I am so happy for her. Thank you for the lovely video.
I can't even begin to imagine how difficult it had to have been for Evelyn to come to to America by herself and at such a young age That had to have been pretty traumatizing for her
Thank you for being strong enough to prevail over circumstance! America needs you to grow and flourish! We ask for your help keeping this country focused and free!
Bless you! My wife immigrated from P.R. China many years ago. She was 38 YO, but she had to go through a lot of ESL classes as well. For the first few years she wasn't able to get her driver's license, so I was her chauffeur and it was a very stressful time for both of us. But she got her citizenship and is very fluent now and likes her job. We will celebrate our 18th anniversary in August. I hope you have a great life in US and can one day give us a "8" or "9" rating instead of "7"!
I can relate to you about the bullying, I was six when my family came to America from Germany I knew no English and was often bullied and hit by the other kids because I didn't know what the other kids were saying so I tried to stay away from the other kids because I didn't want to be hit anymore.
Yeah and I am one who does partially blame the parents and the school authorities for letting that go on. Many have such a Cavalier attitude about bullying and will Slough it off with comments like boys will be boys or something. Bullying is wrong and inexcusable.
😅🌹 this is so true! To hear you are from Korea at all north or south🙈🌹 watching M*A*S*H for years of my life instilled a sense of respect for the people and what they went through not just our veterans but the people of the nation as well
I'm an army veteran and I just wanted you to know, you'll always run into jerks and bullies, but you will have way more friends that will stick beside you! You seem to be a very sweet caring person that would probably get any guy with a big heart to be by your side. I'm just so glad you made it out of n. Korea. I hope you have a wonderful New life and be happy the rest of your life!
for me i am the kind of person who takes, being considerate, very seriously. within a few seconds i can think of many different things i would not want to do so that i do not make you uncomfortable. this is just how i always have been. i try to make people feel like they can let all your stress and fear go around me ... just be yourself. it is not about where you are from , it is about where you are at right now
Your mom already know that Americans are good people that can be trusted to take care of you. She probably heard the American Dream when she used to go in China. Your foster family are angels.
Really made me happy to know my country supported getting her therapy to deal with the transition. That’s not discussed a lot but I think super important and beneficial for those coming from North Korea if they’d like that.
This series is fascinating. I did not even realize there were very many refugees from North Korea - I thought no one could get out. Glad to find out we have been able to welcome some to the U.S.
I would think that people here would have more respect and affection for people coming from North Korea than just about anywhere else on the planet! I am so happy that you are here, and I pray for those who are left in that country. Many beautiful people held under such harsh rule!
You are totally amazing and inspiring!!!!! You are so brave!!!! May God help you and your family to get together it is so pitiful my heart totally goes out to you!!!! You have suffered so much😯
I feel sad for you. My heart would be broken if I had to leave my family behind and live in a new scary place. Just know we love you here and lots of people are happy to have you here. 😊
We had a girl from, uganda? I believe come to our school (a regular English-speaking public High-School, not a special ESL one) it was 8th grade year (12-14). She spoke a little english but not much. Everyone was super supporttive of her and there was really no bullying that I knew of, and by like 10th grade she was speaking English like a native speaker because first of all she was just a very smart person, and second of all everyone talked to her alot and she learned by listening and conversing with native speakers. I am still amazed at how fast that girl learned english. this was in Maine btw.
What a strong, lovely & brave young woman. I wish her the very best future for her & her family & friends. I’m also an immigrant & it is hard but we are very fortunate to have arrived in the US where its good, kind people have given us a warm welcome & allowed us to build a better future for ourselves. God bless you.
Sweet lady! I wish you all the best fortune and happiness in the world! You deserve so much love and happiness!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ hello from Michigan USA. Your English is wonderful!!!! I wish I would have known you in school!
Awesome, I grew up in Miami, Florida area in the 50's and 60's. We had a lot of Cubans that excaped and came to our country with nothing. They too had language barriers, and like you they worked hard to over come it. Having traveled around the world and live in Japan(3 years) and in Germany(6 years) I have found that everyone has those language barriers (even if they have learned the local language) You have done well and I'm proud of you.
We are so very happy to have join us. Our country is a better, happier place with your inclusion. I wish you a very long, healthy and happy life. Thank you for telling us your story young lady!
Your the type of lady that really attract men, your beautiful, have a sweet voice, and very polite. Please don't worry about the bullies, they are just jerks that like to pick on people who are not like them. Mainly they are just jealous.. just Be yourself ! You'll make hundreds of friends. And be careful of the boys, a young lady like you will have them all asking you out. Just enjoy being here and I wish you the best. Welcome to the USA 😀
There are many goals I hope to accomplish in this life, having a friend who is as kind as you would be one of them. Watching your videos and hearing what you had to go through and what you have a achieved so far, you are what makes the world a better place. P.S. your english very good! 👍
Where your from shouldn't have any deterrent from being a friend. True friends love you for who you are not where your from.
I'd agree. But, and a very large however. Come into my presence, expect me to except to your wants and needs before my own will create fear which creates anger and a defensive stance. It took 20 years before a misunderstanding was corrected. Or a month of what did I do wrong, before learning a wave ment "come here". And of course everytime I waved back , and of course her anger increased.
@@keith1moore that sounds like the other person's fault for not telling you
@@mariahgutierrez4481 both, neither of us understood the misunderstanding. The Misunderstanding was cleared up before a split up.
Her brother double-defected back to North Korea
Welcome to America. America is a better place when we are lucky enough to have people like you coming here.
Germany is even better
@@julek4248 What is this Germany you speak of? Is it farming village in Canada? What are your plants and have many brothels?
@@TrevorNet germany is the richest country in Europe and the Healthcare is free
@Juleko
They were being sarcastic and making a joke. Am sure they know about Germany XD
You are free because USA protects you and you want protection for free. USA is better opportunities!!
Such a pretty smile. Glad most Americans treat you well. They all should.
"Such a pretty smile" Looks like we found a creeper in the comments.
@@darkhalf9134 Really? It was a genuine compliment.
@@darkhalf9134 It's a compliment calm down
I have to agree with @Darkhalf 91. It's creepy. Sorry, but it is. You can think it but writing it is weird.
@@deettekearns9092 Sorry you feel that way. I'll consider that before complimenting in the future.
Hi, Evelyn! As a proud American, and military combat veteran, I and everyone I know welcome you with open arms to our great country! We Americans respect what you've been though, and we want you to succeed and have fun during your continuing education.
I like US veteran James Dresnock and family who defected to North Korea and live great lives
I truly wish it was everyone, if people had your welcoming attitude the US would be a lot better.
Your foster mom sounds like an amazing person. I am so happy that she became a part of your life because it’s clear that you’re very much worth it. God Bless you! I wish that more North Koreans can have success stories like yours.
whoever bullied this brave woman is a disgusting excuse for a human being
@@LaurennM360 dont blame yourself....you were a kid
blame the teachers and administrators and the kid's parents.
when a kid comes from north korea, it's a great teaching moment
i dont think the kids would have bullied her had they been taught about the nation she had to escape from to be there.
She moved to chicago,.....hardly surprising. At least she didnt get shot.
@Ryan D she wasnt bullied by little children who didnt know better...they were teens
they were disgusting excuses for human beings...and i bet they still are
Weak
@Ryan D ACTUALLY while some bullies are acting out because of abuse at home, most are egotistical and their aggressiveness and over confidence leads them to lead more successful lives. I can try and link the study I found this is but you know how CZcams is picky about links.
I am so glad that you overcame all these difficulties and are now living a good life. Very very happy for you.
Am I the only person who sat here crying for her? It breaks my heart that she had to go through such a traumatic event in her life and come here and struggle to have friends and even be bullied because of something as stupid as a language barrier! A language barrier is not that hard to get around 😠 especially with all the technology available.
One of my closest friends when I was a kid, was someone I couldn't talk to. We didn't speak the same language. But we did manage to get into and out of a certain amount of trouble.
Wouldn't have mattered. If it wasn't that it would have been something else. We all went thru it. And it seems pretty tame honestly.
@@jamesmarshall6883 bullying isn’t ok at all and no not everyone goes through it. How do you know how tame it was?? Were you there?
Yeah cuz that's exactly what I said huh? Good grief.
@@jamesmarshall6883 I think you need to reread your original comment.... good grief. People can’t even admit when they say messed up crap. 😑
Her voice is very soothing and calming.
As an immigrant to the US, I can say one thing that never gets talked about is how accepting many Americans are, and how easily they will make friends with you, especially if they know you are struggling with some of the cultural differences you encounter.
You picked up our "like" habit..lol
Now we sound like valley girls. Even Japanese lol.
She’s truly one of us! 😄
That was a pretty awesome comment, I must say!
She’s so sweet. What a brave girl, that must have been so very difficult to come here alone. God bless her. 🙏❤️
Beautiful English! I’m so happy you are able to be here in America. Welcome to America and thank you for sharing your amazing stories!
Welcome to America!!! 🇺🇸💖 If I was in high school with you, I totally would be your bestie then! ^_^ I know I’m a random person on the internet, but if you ever need a friend, I’m here lol!
So glad you were able to find your happy place in the US.....unfortunately, you find bullies no matter where you go, but it's great that you were able to make friends. I hope you are able to stay in touch with your family and many more blessings come your way in the future.
I knew kids from the Philippines that came to Canada to live with their parents. They struggled with language in the beginning, and were so introverted. I always took the time to engage them. Just recently, after 50 years, they found me and thanked me for being a friend, and for watching their backs while adjusting to their new lives. I moved away from the old neighbourhood in 1978, 2 years after I left high school, but they remembered me to thank me. I am suitably touched........
This young lady had so similar an experience to a new country.......so happy she has also done so well.
The Americans are such a kind generous people ! And good luck to you in your new life !
I lived in South Korea for one year when I was in the Army. I love it and the people and the culture. Beautiful people inside and out.
I hope your experience in America gets better. You'll find some great friends who make everything better. I hope you are in contact with your mom now.
So happy to see your adjusting, you'll be fine.
This young lady is a good example of goodness and decency that reside in the people of North Korea. It’s a great shame that they, along with so many others in the world, are denied the blessings of liberty that we in the US take for granted. May the Lord bless and strengthen them until freedom finally rests upon their shoulders.
I hope we can hold on to our freedoms as many here are so willing to give them up.
She's the cutest, the bravest and the prittiest of all, have been following her for a long time....
Evelyn you're an Inspiration 🙏🏻 Keep Going Strong 💐
My heart goes out to you and all of the people from other countries who have come to this great melting pot of humanity. Unfortunately not all American people understand the emotional struggles you go through. Thank you for enduring the assimilation process and achieving your goals of freedom. America is better because of you !
Peace & Love ❤️
I live outside of Chicago. I’m glad you were able to come to America and I hope you enjoy our beautiful city!
I'm so happy you found friends who were kind to you and that you have a life that makes you happy now! I can't imagine how much courage you must have to have risked your life to escape, and then go to a whole new country without a single friend or family member, not even speaking the language. You are so brave!
You are very courageous , and i admire you very much .
I’m glad your experience was mostly positive and feel sorry that you were bullied. Wish you all the best!
Such a kind and warm spirit. We are happy to have you here in America.
I am from/in Ottawa, Canada. I went to a high school with an really good ESL program, and I am forever grateful for it. I'd say 50-60% of the kids there were from another country. (I was born here, but the high school was right down the street from me, so of course I went there.) I was introduced to so many different cultures, while helping my new friends adapt to a new culture. I don't know for sure if anyone was from NK, but maybe. There were kids from Russia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, Japan, Columbia, Kenya, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Iran, Saudi Arabia..... People from all over the globe. 🥰✌️
I used to always make friends with the kids who did not speak English, I would just adopt them as my new friend and I would talk as if they would understand me and before long they would. I met so many incredible people. You would be surprised how much you can communicate without understanding the words.
Hope she reunites with her mother someday.
She has recently! :D They met in South Korea about a month ago :)
@@tisfruitless Yeah! Good!
I have great respect for the young people who escape from North Korea and come to South Korea and America. These people come here, they learn English and work very hard to assimilate and then become the citizens who are productive. This is a great thing for our country. By the way, they come here LEAGALLY🇱🇷🇱🇷
Keep up the great work on your English... You're doing so well! It's so beautiful when someone speaks multiple languages and it can be extremely difficult... Beautiful job!
I would be so happy to meet someone from NK. I grew up in the US and I'm very grateful for so many things living here. It's not ideal though as most would agree. She probably didn't want to sound rude and criticize too much. Like how expensive it is just to live sometimes. There are people who want to take away funding to things like those therapy sessions, and general mental/physical health for people in need. I can't complain though because I can't imagine enjoying myself as much as I do if I lived somewhere like NK.
Happy you are here in America with us. You seem like a lovely person 🤗
People who bully immigrants, especially children, especially for not speaking good english are just awful. Especially when they themselves likely cant speak a foreign language at all either, id love to see them put in a country with no english speakers and see how far they get without help. Im glad she found and had people in her life that were better than that. Ive had new immigrants in my city come into my workplace and not speaking good english if at all. I have no problem being patient to help them get what they need or even pulling out google translate if necessary to help communicate since its faster than the helpline. Ive done it before and its great to see them be thankful when I can finally communicate the information they need or get them the product they want. Id want the same courtesy if I was struggling in a foreign country. Im glad her life changed for the better and shes no longer in an awful place like NK.
It is awful. Unfortunately, the bullies have taken over the Republican party.
How could anyone bully someone with a beautiful smile like that.
It's easy to bully someone that is different. Shit happens.
@@GTFBITK No excuse.
@@leesanders6490 Dude mustve been a bully, instead of "shit happens" , suicide happens, when fools like this think its not a big deal.
Evelyn, you have an incredibly inspirational story that I hope you are proud of because it truly is admirable and I wish you nothing but success and happiness moving forward in your life..:)The sky is the limit young lady
I wish I’d known more people from North Korea, it always feels so good to help people feel accepted and not judged.
Unless they are Trumpers and Republicans.
@@GTFBITK I dont think is is necessary to bring politics....there was np point to that.
@@JesusOurLordandSavior You're mad because Biden won. This is is true.
@@GTFBITK I live on Guam, we dont have rights to vote being just a U.S. territory, so it doesnt matter who wins. Im not even a registered voter in my island, whatever party wins, nothing changes. I just didnt see the point of politics here, thats all. Stay safe, I didnt mean to offend anyone or come across as rude. Sorry...
@@GTFBITK You must be so proud of yourself.
You poor thing. I wish you all the happiness that you can find in your life.
Your English is pretty good , and I know it will get much better , great that you are free from misery.... live life love life ... god bless 👍🏼😁❤️
I'm enjoying learning her travels. My step daughter came to Canada. It was difficult. Friendship disappeared for many years. But I never left and came every time she called. Protecting her from her jealous mother has been the biggest challenge. Thank-you Evelyn.
We Americans are lucky to have you join our Country. May You continue to be blessed, your strong & and a very attractive woman. Thanks for your video.
I just love how she is content with what she has, many people always want more, but if you have been to rock bottom you really learn what is important and what matters in life.
I'm happy she has a good life and got away from that terrible place.
That must have been so scary! I had 2 friends from South Korea in high school. I could only imagine how hard it was to have to learn English on top of regular school. If we went to the same school, I probably would have tried to be your friend. ❤
You are not that far from me. I live a few hours from Chicago in IL. I am glad you have a therapist to help you understand yourself more. Any type of trauma can be hard to deal with and I know you escaped from North Korea for a reason. I hope you have a good life here in the States and I hope your family stays safe.
Whoever reads this have a nice day.
You too!
That is a universal truth... kids can sometimes be cruel or unkind (unfortunately, some adults can be too). I'm sorry you were bullied a little bit in school (I was as well, so I know how you must have felt), but you survived and are more extroverted now and more self confident, and making a lot more friends. I am so happy for you.
I was stationed in South Korea with the Army. Young Lady I know your struggle. I have a lot of respect for you. You are a giant of courage. God Bless and best of luck in your future.
I just love how sweet Evelyn is. It must have been so hard to be in a new country - especially one you were taught to hate your whole life, to have no family, not know the language, have unfamiliar foods. Her Mom was right - it did make her strong. I am so happy for her. Thank you for the lovely video.
I can't even begin to imagine how difficult it had to have been for Evelyn to come to to America by herself and at such a young age
That had to have been pretty traumatizing for her
Agreed. I cannot imagine.
It might have been more of a culture shock.
@@pyramidhead8659 I'm sure that it was a massive culture shock too
But, I was primarily referring to getting out of North Korea in general
@@karlsmith2570 I understand completely.
Gosh, what a brave young woman. I wish her peace, safety, and happiness wherever her amazing life takes her.
Thank you for being strong enough to prevail over circumstance! America needs you to grow and flourish! We ask for your help keeping this country focused and free!
Much love to you from Canada.
Bless you! My wife immigrated from P.R. China many years ago. She was 38 YO, but she had to go through a lot of ESL classes as well. For the first few years she wasn't able to get her driver's license, so I was her chauffeur and it was a very stressful time for both of us. But she got her citizenship and is very fluent now and likes her job. We will celebrate our 18th anniversary in August.
I hope you have a great life in US and can one day give us a "8" or "9" rating instead of "7"!
I wish you the best, you are such a doll. god keep you
Such a nice sweet woman, i would love to be her friend
Blessings of love and healing. 🙌🏵💜
People like you is what makes America Great!
She is adorable, glad she was able to make it here and take advantage of what America has to offer.
A positive attitude and hope in the heart is the light to see your way clear of the darkness.
Why would anyone care? You are here now. Welcome to your new home it's a pleasure to have you here.
I can relate to you about the bullying, I was six when my family came to America from Germany I knew no English and was often bullied and hit by the other kids because I didn't know what the other kids were saying so I tried to stay away from the other kids because I didn't want to be hit anymore.
Yeah and I am one who does partially blame the parents and the school authorities for letting that go on. Many have such a Cavalier attitude about bullying and will Slough it off with comments like boys will be boys or something. Bullying is wrong and inexcusable.
I think when we find out someone is from North Korea we really respect them, and honor their experience and bravery.
😅🌹 this is so true! To hear you are from Korea at all north or south🙈🌹 watching M*A*S*H for years of my life instilled a sense of respect for the people and what they went through not just our veterans but the people of the nation as well
Welcome to America! We are honored to have you!
What a sweetheart! Amazing young lady!
Brave lady ! well done !
Your so strong and firm glad you have a very strong spirit that is all you need we have your back
I'm an army veteran and I just wanted you to know, you'll always run into jerks and bullies, but you will have way more friends that will stick beside you! You seem to be a very sweet caring person that would probably get any guy with a big heart to be by your side. I'm just so glad you made it out of n. Korea. I hope you have a wonderful New life and be happy the rest of your life!
sad fact is there will always be bullies anywhere you go!
Happy to see you striving and happy!
Best of luck
for me i am the kind of person who takes, being considerate, very seriously. within a few seconds i can think of many different things i would not want to do so that i do not make you uncomfortable. this is just how i always have been. i try to make people feel like they can let all your stress and fear go around me ... just be yourself. it is not about where you are from , it is about where you are at right now
Her husband is such a lucky guy to have a woman as lovely and caring as she is.
Your mom already know that Americans are good people that can be trusted to take care of you. She probably heard the American Dream when she used to go in China.
Your foster family are angels.
Really made me happy to know my country supported getting her therapy to deal with the transition. That’s not discussed a lot but I think super important and beneficial for those coming from North Korea if they’d like that.
Nothing but unconditional love for those suffering. I appreciate your brave journey and sharing your story.
Very courageous young lady. And very good english too!
Amazing story! So happy for every soul that escapes NK’s grip
I am so glad you made it out! I am so impressed by the courage it takes to go through all that. Welcome to America. I wish you all rhe best!
This series is fascinating. I did not even realize there were very many refugees from North Korea - I thought no one could get out. Glad to find out we have been able to welcome some to the U.S.
I would think that people here would have more respect and affection for people coming from North Korea than just about anywhere else on the planet! I am so happy that you are here, and I pray for those who are left in that country. Many beautiful people held under such harsh rule!
First welcome to America, we are blessed to have you. You are a wonderful person, I hope you much joy, love, and riches. God bless
You are totally amazing and inspiring!!!!!
You are so brave!!!! May God help you and your family to get together it is so pitiful my heart totally goes out to you!!!!
You have suffered so much😯
I feel sad for you. My heart would be broken if I had to leave my family behind and live in a new scary place. Just know we love you here and lots of people are happy to have you here. 😊
Introvert is not shy. You can be strong and quiet; that is introvert. Evelyn is shy and was quiet because of fear.
It must have been hard for you and for your family. Praise God you were given the strength to thrive.
We had a girl from, uganda? I believe come to our school (a regular English-speaking public High-School, not a special ESL one) it was 8th grade year (12-14). She spoke a little english but not much. Everyone was super supporttive of her and there was really no bullying that I knew of, and by like 10th grade she was speaking English like a native speaker because first of all she was just a very smart person, and second of all everyone talked to her alot and she learned by listening and conversing with native speakers. I am still amazed at how fast that girl learned english. this was in Maine btw.
I am also from Chicago!!!!!! At least your a Chicago native when u came to America! Much love for u and I hope nothing but the best for you.
What a strong, lovely & brave young woman. I wish her the very best future for her & her family & friends. I’m also an immigrant & it is hard but we are very fortunate to have arrived in the US where its good, kind people have given us a warm welcome & allowed us to build a better future for ourselves.
God bless you.
Welcome to America. I am impressed with your English . You learned very well. Keep moving forward. You are a beautiful young lady!
What a beautiful, sweet young woman! May you be richly blessed, Evelyn!! ❤
Sweet lady! I wish you all the best fortune and happiness in the world! You deserve so much love and happiness!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ hello from Michigan USA. Your English is wonderful!!!! I wish I would have known you in school!
Awesome, I grew up in Miami, Florida area in the 50's and 60's. We had a lot of Cubans that excaped and came to our country with nothing. They too had language barriers, and like you they worked hard to over come it. Having traveled around the world and live in Japan(3 years) and in Germany(6 years) I have found that everyone has those language barriers (even if they have learned the local language) You have done well and I'm proud of you.
Wherever you are from doesn’t matter to us. It’s who you are inside that’s important and we respect that. Welcome to America.
We are so very happy to have join us. Our country is a better, happier place with your inclusion. I wish you a very long, healthy and happy life. Thank you for telling us your story young lady!
Your the type of lady that really attract men, your beautiful, have a sweet voice, and very polite.
Please don't worry about the bullies, they are just jerks that like to pick on people who are not like them. Mainly they are just jealous.. just Be yourself ! You'll make hundreds of friends. And be careful of the boys, a young lady like you will have them all asking you out. Just enjoy being here and I wish you the best. Welcome to the USA 😀
I just wish more Americans had your guts and great attitude.
welcome Evelyn....you're a breath of fresh air!
I respect those people who mustered all the guts that they have to finally defect from North Korea.
I'm glad you've got friends and people around to support and understand you. Really wonderful 👏🏽
There are many goals I hope to accomplish in this life, having a friend who is as kind as you would be one of them. Watching your videos and hearing what you had to go through and what you have a achieved so far, you are what makes the world a better place.
P.S. your english very good! 👍