The Citizenship Oath was today at the Indiana Southern District Federal Court House in downtown Indianapolis. There were 53 new citizens who took the oath today. The court was presided over by Judge Kelvin. The ceremony lasted about 45 minutes. We were sworn in by Judge Kelvin and had to agree "I do" to the pledge recited. Our names were read out and we received the Certificate of Naturalization. There were a couple of speakers offering congratulations to us as new citizens - representatives from Senator(IN.) Richard Lugar's office, and other government agencies. The judge said some nice words about being "American" and that the melting pot of America continues to blend.
Joel and Sarah and Russ and Kevin were there for the ceremony. My friend Carol Hoppe also came.
3 comments:
Congratulations - we are so proud of you. The photos are lovely.
Love
Mum and Dad
New Citizen Leisa,
Congratulations on your decisiion to adopt the nationality of your childrens' country.
We are sure that you will continue to bring credit to yourself and them in the future, and will go down in the history of our most valued ally, with your efforts.
All our love,
Aunty L and CC.
congrats and now you can vote? Keep the bastards honest. I like the shot under the gaze of old Abe. Here's to "liberty and justice for all".
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