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I was born in Sri Lanka and came to the United States at the age of 11. Now an adult, I find that I am an amalgam of both cultures; but not fitting in either culture completely. At time confusing, at tims a joy to have different perspectives on life. My family today lives the American Dream - sometimes forgotten by native born Americans.

Sharmini

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China, even though, a Communist nation, has achieved economic development and growthand is making a mark on the world, because they have studied it and have learned what the needs and wants are of the West. They have found a way to meet those needs and wants. They gained this edge by learning the Western mind set. Learning a language is much more than just the semantics; it is learning the context in which people communicate. Language teaches all of the things that a society and a culture value. They teach us what is important to the individuals who make up the society.

It will be America's benefit for us to learn how to communicate with others - especially other economic other power houses. If we are to maintain our status of a super power - we must learn to communicate and meet the needs of others.

Thanks, Sharmini

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