Dual nationality
Thursday, October 4th, 2007Son 1 received his Swiss citizenship yesterday, joining his younger brother and sister in the land of dual nationality. This does not mean he loves the United States, or Americans, less. It does keep doors open for him here in Switzerland if he decides to live, for a few or even many years, outside of the Helvetic nation. With his old resident permit, it was difficult to be outside of the country for more than 2 years.
(Wife, Son 1, and Loyal Blog Reader Friend after ceremony.)
Son 1 will now wait for his marching orders… Yes, a four-month boot camp awaits all Swiss young men over the age of 18. It’s a rite of initiation here, when the Swiss youth receive their very first assault rifles. Such a moving moment, although not as meaningful as before… The sealed ammunition (in Spam-like cans) is now kept at the armory thanks to recent legislation intended to stop suicides and murders where those automatic weapons are used.
Just a reminder, but do keep your heavenly citizenship first in mind on this Even Day…
