lily vanburgenre

my birth

Mar 18, 1863

the first time i entered the world i was happy as could even be.That was my first and forever lasting memory.My birth meant alot to my parents.

growing up

May 22, 1866

i was now 3 and growing up near the river gave me every chance i had to go explore.My life was full of fun and endless new adventures.

time to leave

Jun 25, 1878

i was about 16 when i got the news that i had to go to america...alone.I was slightly shaken up a bit but yet happy at the same time

on my way

Mar 21, 1879

i was on thwe boat for about 6 months before we got to angel island and then i went to be checked,examined,and given food and a place to stay.

jobs with tweed

May 25, 1880

got to ellis island and boss tweed found me a job