She was chosen,to see the world
The world full of experiences,love and hate.
It was hard for her to let go of those,
Who she used to see everyday
But she was enchanted to see the other side of the world
And she knew that her heart was made to travel.
She flew through boundaries,oceans and barriers
Taking with her the confidence,opinions and knowledge.
And so she stepped out in the light but she still felt the fear
As it wasn’t the place she used to belong.
And there it was the ray of hope
Standing for her to hug her close.
These people She’ve never seen before
Would be her family in this place which wasn’t her own.
Since the past few months she’s been an observer ,an explorer and a learner.
She embraced the community,country,and culture
Meeting new people was always exciting for her
The people she met were sweet and lovely
But she wanted more.
She wanted to be recognized,accepted and loved,
And to be known who she was.
She is me.
And here I stand in front of you as no ordinary person,
I am an ambassador, a visitor,and a change maker
Coz To be an exchange student is more than what you think,
You get to live a second life , a life in an year.
Not just full of joy but also with ups and downs and fear.
It’s been an honor to be here and to be one of you
And learn how we are different and similar too.
Soon I would be leaving for place where I live
Taking back with me the memories and presents to give.
To learn about every on of you
Is one of my goal to achieve
But By the time I’ll get to know you all
It would be time to leave.