How I became Giovanna?
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For as long as, I can remember! Growing up I was a little too loud and too opinionated for my culture. I never fit into that mold of a nice quiet Chinese girl. To only be seen and not be heard! That wasn’t me. I knew too much, I had too much to say to keep quite.
When I was 11years old; one day at school in world social studies class, the teacher was teaching us about Italy and their culture. My teacher said, “Italians are a very colorful people. They embrace people being vocal. Even speaking with their hands is perfectly fine!” I thought to myself: Italian that is what I should have been, if I lived in Italy I would fit in. I filed those thoughts in the back of my head, dreaming that one day I would go there.
Then when I was 16 years old a lot of my father’s friends were sending their children overseas for schooling. Doing so is a sign of wealth. It is a sign of an affluent family. My father asked if I would like to go overseas to study. I jumped at the chance to go away. I thought to myself, this will bring me closer to Italy where I belong.
So at the age of 16 I came to America and I was asked what my English name was. And I said “Giovanna” an Italian name. America was supposed to be a pit stop for me. I thought I would make my way to Italy in a few years. In Italy, that is where I would start living my life. What I didn’t realize is that the United Stated is the place to be!
My action in leaving the life that I could not fit into was the best decision I ever made. I came to America to find freedom and also to reinvent a new life. For me the effect of being in America was beyond greatness! This Country accepts me as I am, a willful Italian in a little Chinese woman’s body!
Do what your heart tells you to, even if it is to go to a different continent! It is never too late or too early. The time is Now!
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
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I love this article, moving to another country is a great way to start a new chapter in your life. I cannot afford to move toa totally different country, however I am planning to move to a different part of the UK to kick start a new life, to be closer to the sea.
I still have plans to leave the UK, I hope I won’t be too old to leave when I eventually get the opportunity.
This is a wonderful personal story. Thank you for sharing it with us.
So inspirational and wonderful to read about. You moved continents. Talk about being fearless!
Giovanna, what a beautiful story. Great to meet a willful Italian woman in a Chinese woman’s body! I truly enjoyed how you were inspired to shape your destiny.
Dear Richard
There is no better way to get a fresh start! I hope you will follow your heart and do move closer to the sea. Sooner the better
Thanks for sharing your story with him, you are never too old to start fresh!
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Hi Giovanna — we’re glad you stayed. I made a move recently. Not a new country or even a new state… just 2 hours north. It’s been quite a learning experience.
Dear Share
Thanks for reading the story. Yes, moving here was the best thing I have even done. Funny you should say that about Fearless, I guess I didn’t even think about fear. I just want to be free!
Thank You for you comment, I look forward to reading more from you.
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Hi Robyn
I am happy to hear you enjoyed the story. May be it will inspire someone else to do something to shape their destiny.
Thank You for your comment, and I hope to see you again
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Dear LOR
Good for you! Even moving 2 hours away can still be a big change! I am glad I stay too
Thanks for the comments, I look forward to reading more from you.
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Great Giovanna! Share, let your routs/heart flow over continents.
Thank you for your sharing, Giovanna!
It is very interesting to learn who you are, what you are, where are you from. Dreams! I believe that dream is powerful. Powerful to send you to your destination. I will write about myself, too.
Talk with you later!
Dear Natasha
Thank You for your comment. I am glad you enjoye it.
Thanks for stopping by, come back anytime.
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Hi Shaw
I am glad it inspire you to write about your jounrey. I look forward to reading.
Thanks for your comment, I look forward to reading more from you.
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Giovanna, you certainly are “a willful Italian in a little Chinese woman’s body! ” LOL
Your stories always brings a smile to our faces
Many Blessings….
Hugo and Roxanne
~ Believe Achieve ~
Dear Hugo & Roxanne
Thank You
It made my day to know that my stories bring smile to your faces 
Thanks for your comment, they always warms my heart.
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action
Your stories make me smile. Thank you.
Hi Eva
You are welcome! Thank You for your comment
Giovanna Garcia
Imperfect Action is better than No Action