sharing the life stories of immigrants, expatriates, and refugees to the United States
What did the bartender ask Charles Dickens when the author ordered a martini?
What's So Funny?
Two popular garnishes for a martini are an olive or a twist of lemon rind. Charles Dickens wrote a novel about an orphan boy in 19th century London named Oliver Twist.
Feel Like You Belong is a sometimes serious, sometimes funny, always “touch-your-heart” real conversation about fitting into the American culture. It introduces guests who have made the immigrant journey to the United States. The stories–of both struggle and success–will help newcomers feel more confident in sharing their opinions and expertise, more likely to want to stay in the U.S., be more productive in their jobs, and fully invest in their communities.
