MY STORY: Moving From Moldova to USA Alone At 19

I realized I never went into details about my life before America and how I got here. Today I'm letting you in on a very special time in my life and how it all happened. Grab a cup of tea and some pirojki, sit back and enjoy ☺️
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[@evelina]

For my next video should I do “My Top Culture Shocks Moving To America”? Leave other suggestions as well bellow😎

[@evelina]

I also thought of doing a video detailing my experience at PCC, would you wanna see that?

[@missfj07]

Voting for both! Fascinating topics for both Americans and immigrants! 🙏🏼✨

[@mld131901]

Would love to see a video about your family now and how you’re able to help them and if they’re proud of how far you’ve come.

[@moses777exodus]

Thanks for sharing, Lord-Jesus-Christ dot

[@powmarti2305]

@@evelina pleeaseee I'd love you to do it, i'd watch a entire series of videos on this theme love Martina (also my grandparents where immigrants to switzerland from south of italy and now i live in florence with my family, it was very interesting ti linsten to the social commentary part of your video)

[@ali_crtr]

Now you have to do a part 2 story about how you managed to stay in college and US with no money. So inspiring! I myself moved here when I was 26 from Romania, became a US citizen a month ago. Not an easy road but worth it!

[@SweetDemoz]

Yes please do a part 2 of how you (Evelina) managed. Would love to hear about that!

[@polinakrg6566]

yes, please do the second part on how you survived it and flourished in the end

[@shaunamalcolm7031]

Please do a part two of the rest of your college years leading up to your KZbin career. I have been subbed for a while, but I didn’t really catch the beginning of your story.

[@annaviragklausz]

Dear Evelina, I really rarely write comments but after now must… I remember watching your Fashion Cafés over plain pasta in a shitty apartment in Hungary, and feeling so connected to you.. we are approximately the same age, both grown up in Eastern Europe in the post communist era, divorced parents, a teacher mom.. And yet you were living the dream. You gave us hope! This video of yours found me in a beautiful apartment in England where I am home, safe, happy, healthy and abundant. You have a part in that. I am so extremely grateful for creators like you who held the torch and showed the way for us.. Never underestimate your own power. Thank you for everything. Love, Annavirág

[@FoxyDraws]

So beautiful. I had to cry! 😭 I would love to hear more of these stories from your life. You are a real inspiration! ❤️

[@evelina]

Thank you so much babe! Big hugs🥰🥺❤️

[@nusa.pavlic]

Oh my god we need part 2 of your beginnings in America and how you survived and built everything you have today! 💛

[@hausofcolor]

Omg wow Evelina! This story is soooo incredible on so many levels, thank you for sharing it with us!!!! You’re so inspiring and have a heart of gold. ❤️ I remember meeting you at Tao in Las Vegas and complimented you on your beautiful bracelet, you took it right off and gave it to me. 🥺 I’ll always remember that moment. ❤️❤️

[@evelina]

Omg I remember you!! Thank you so much for your kind words, made me smile so hard🥰❤️

[@didiDanaila]

Generoasă

[@Zeric84]

I can relate so much to your story. I came to the US from Russia at 20 years old with $100 in my pocket. I came as exchange student on j1 visa… 17 years later I’m still grateful for everything I have. Education, great career and beautiful family. God Bless you and your family. God Bless America!🇺🇸

[@the.medinas]

Girl I’ve been subscribed to you since the 9th or 10th grade. I’m 26 now and I’m in awe knowing your story after all these years of seeing you online! This is so inspirational!! You are so amazing! Keep being a shining light ❤️ thank you SO much for sharing your story 🥰

[@evelina]

Aww that warms my heart! Thank you for your love and support, always! 🥺❤️

[@brendachali9322]

Wow. I never comment on videos but this is a huge God story. Thank you for giving me the chills and sharing your tumultuous journey.

[@evelina]

Happy you enjoyed and thank you for listening❤️🙏🏻

[@elizaslater4338]

Such an amazing video. As a Russian myself, it's so comforting and incredible to see someone as successful as you talk so openly about all that. Being vulnerable but confident when when telling your story... felt real and raw. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Really shows the beauty of your character

[@snehal6073]

Your Mom, Troy and his wife sound like such good people, hope they're doing well !! Much love to you ❤️

[@vickaiii]

Such a great inspiring story, please do a Part 2, how you managed to hustle and finish college in the US

[@ballerman22345]

Everyone bashes the USA yet people are dying trying to get to live here. Respect all the things & freedoms the USA has to offer.

[@evelina]

Amen!❤️

[@zainab1156]

I mean don’t forget all the war crimes your government is responsible for . Just because people are dying to live there doesn’t automatically make it a good place to live in.

[@ballerman22345]

@@zainab1156 War is not a game of rules, only those that do not fight expect there to be some fairness. War is war. If you continually dissect every incident and try to prosecute, you would go insane. The intelligent thing is learn from it.

[@alonestar1307]

Nah I'm really not 'dying' to live in the US. I love that I grew up in Sweden with free education and free health care. I wouldnt trade it for anything in the world.

[@5starCA]

@@alonestar1307 We’re talking about people who are are mostly from poor and oppressed countries. The US has taken 100x more of these people than any other country. Sweden is fine, even great, but generally steers it’s immigrants into ghetto communities like Malmo and gives them handouts so they can stay poor and unmotivated. The US has been a beacon of opportunity for immigrants for centuries because if you work hard and become a real American. No immigrant to Sweden can ever truly be Swedish. Maybe that’s the difference.

[@sunstarsplay]

This story is honestly so inspirational and motivating! Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your experience🥺❤️❤️❤️

[@Audreylin29]

This is so inspiring! Evelina, you're one of my favorite fashion influencers! I've admired you from the day I subscribed, & I love that you shared your journey! ❤️

[@alkistisgee354]

I am in actual tears after hearing your story and especially the help you received from Troy - gives me a lot of hope for the future to hear that there is such generosity and kindness out there…I just moved to a new country and have been struggling to settle in, so listening to this really helped me push myself to make the most out of it and appreciate that i even have the opportunity to do this in the first place! Thank you evelina🤍

[@pheeuh]

I’ll never forget when I in middle school and I used to love you and your tutorials. I remember platinum blonde Evelina. I’m so proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished in your life. ❤️

[@lora1420]

Such a beautiful, inspirational journey you shared, Evi. Followed you from wag back in the days of your tutorials and such. Amazing to see you've come this far and sharing such an important message, appreciate and don't take things for granted 💜💕

[@lupsy54]

I’ve been following you since the beginning and listening to your story is so beautiful. I am crying so much, thank you for sharing your story. God is so amazing, there is not doubt that he guided you here along with your hard work. 💗🙏🏼

[@carolynjohnson7308]

Hey dear how are you doing?

[@mcsbl]

Wow Evelina. I’ve been following you for years and I always thought you went to the US to have a better life and better opportunities than in Moldova, but I would have never imagined it was so tough and difficult for you to get there. It is an amazing story, you are so strong❤️ Love from Spain

[@topazinkalife]

Очень вдохновляющая история!!! Ты молодчинка!!!🌺

[@ninasalasc]

Wow, I feel this story is so relatable to my immigration process to Canada. I'm so happy you got Troy and his family that were literally angels and helped you out. I literally cried when you were telling that part because it truly hits near and dear to my heart. You're an amazing example of perserverence and how far you can go when you have motivation, willingness to work on your dreams and God by your side💖. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@reillyjanek]

thank u for sharing your story u are such an inspiration! I've been subscribed to u since like 2012 its so great to finally know more about your journey

[@sianrainbow2264]

I so glad you decided to share your story, it is incredible and can be such an inspiration ❤❤❤ the appreciation you must have for your own strength but also the generosity of the family that helped you realise your dreams.... so much love for you and I'm excited to see what mire you have to share. Love from Australia 💓

[@annatasha101aaa3]

I am so grateful for this story that has given me lots of hope and inspiration. I look up to you evelina you are my hero ❤

[@SLeadrR]

Wow Evelina! It's amazing to hear about your journey and fulfilling a true American dream! It also saddens me that people seem to be forgetting what America represents and is to people who live in counties that don't have the freedoms and opportunities that we get here! I would love to hear more about how you made it through college on your own.

[@ralucanaiboiu1245]

You are a true inspiration for me and, for sure, for anybody that's afraid to follow their dreams. I'm watching your videos since I was in 8th grade I think and now I'm almost 22. You give me such a good vibe everytime, thank you for everything that you are doing. Love from Romania.

[@C1a9t]

Separating yourself from your content/and or only allowing a taste of who you are to people to protect yourself when it comes to developing relationships and connecting with people (especially parasocial relationships which are already interesting/difficult to go about) is completely understandable. I hope this new vulnerability helps you to rebuild a community here that you feel good about and connected to, and that it helps you make content you are proud of that has a lot of soul or life to it. Thank you for sharing this story with us, it's neat to hear about your experiences in life as they are so different from my own. I am excited to see what you do next!

[@alllilu]

Great video, Evelina. So happy you are back!

[@KaitlynSerpico]

the way i am crying rn. so inspirational in so many ways, love u sm 💞💞

[@laiahavin]

Wow what an inspiring story and I’m glad you decided to share it with us, thank you! I’m happy you never gave up your dream on coming to America and you’ve been blessed for it and I hope you continue being blessed and being great :)

[@charlito669]

Absolutely, you had me in tears because you do care. And in these times. that is hope. A word that comes to mind when I watch your videos. You give many people hope. Rock on!

[@PriKooListka]

I'm so proud of you, Evelina! You did an amazing job❤️

[@evibotaphoto]

Thank you for telling your story and making me cry. :) ❤

[@MrVevlet]

I often wondered how you made it to the US for college and really appreciated you opening up. Had me crying thinking about how hard I fought to get to art school. Education ch ages lives, it’s so important! Thanks for posting this, I really needed a reminder to have faith in myself. 🦋✨

[@celestealtamiranda9692]

Thank you for sharing your story Evelina ❤

[@siahnnacon5576]

So beautiful, I cried. Suchhhhhhh an inspiring story. When i visited Moldova for the summer, coming back i felt like i as freaking responsible to try harder in life

[@Dalessio141]

OMG!! Amazing perseverance Evelina! xoxo, I am sobbing, ...what an incredible story.

[@evelina]

Thank you so much!🥺❤️

[@gabrielasabatini442]

I love this story 😭❤️!!!! I hope that if you have the opportunity one day you return the favor that was gifted to you and you pay for someone else to have the opportunity you had! 🙏🏻

[@adriana2730]

i’ve been watching since your first epic transformation in like 2011-2012! you have been an inspiration to me throughout my childhood years and even now as an adult ❤️

[@mariebunny]

Incredible story how freaking brave you were at such a young age! My favorite video you've ever done :)

[@yelizavetapetrashishina5972]

Such a good story. U r amazing and inspiring and creative. I’m from Moldova too but my family moved here when I was 4 and a half. I didn’t go though all those struggles that you did back there but it made me cry cus I see this happening to so many people in Moldova. I still have some family back there and their life is nothing compared to life in America.

[@pwetty4r4]

I have always wondered how you got here, this was an amazing story. I would never have guessed you had gone through so much

[@lissam6295]

I think I’ve never commented on any of your videos… but this was so emotional, thank you so much for sharing your story. I just checked out your old videos and I realized that I’m following you for about 10 years ❤️ always enjoying your talking videos🙏🏼 P.S. Îți doresc toate dorințele tale să se împlinească 😉❤️❤️

[@evelina]

That’s amazing! Thank you for your comment, it made me smile🥰 Pupici și îmbrățișări!

[@alvenejacobs4836]

Hi E💕 thank you for sharing and keep the videos coming.

[@hannahmaree9738]

Such an incredible story!! ❤❤

[@ekaterinasha6]

Thank you for sharing Evelina, it really resonates… I moved to France alone, from Russia, with no one helping me. I share everything you felt. Thank you for this video

[@evelina]

🥺❤️🙏🏻

[@lorenalourido5338]

Peace for Moldovia ❤️ ... my hearts goes to your family and people in your hometown. Have heard in the news intentions of troops going to Moldovia and automatically thought about you. 💕💕💕 all the best

[@anjel5521]

Damn Evelina, I started crying after you told the story about Troy (sorry if it's spelled wrong, haha). It's such a beautiful story what happened to you, and I want to thank you so much for telling it. I think a lot of people could benefit from hearing a story like yours. I actually looked up to you a lot before I moved abroad as well (I live in Korea now) because it was amazing to see how you were able to move to a different country, learn the language fluently, adapt to the culture, and manage to become successful at such a young age. As an American living abroad for something like 6 years now, I've gained a lot of perspective on what life is like in different parts of the world, and it's nice to see how humble you are and also how much you appreciate the opportunities and experiences you've had. You've already accomplished so much in your life already and I really wish the best for you going forward. Love you and stay successful~

[@messycassie9659]

I never ever comment but this video was so inspiring and I honestly cried, I have followed you for years and I always thought you were awesome :) Thank you so much for this video, today I felt so alone and you made me feel genuinely happy and grateful ❤

[@evelina]

Sooooo happy to read this! Thank you and I hope you know you’re special and loved:)

[@elenadimeski1860]

Tearing up, you are so strong for being 19 and coming here after everything you went through- (corruption has tortured us in Eastern Europe and it breaks my heart everyday) i have watched u since i was 13 here in KZbin now I’m 21 so I’m just so proud of you. You are a warrior Gf ⭐️💌👑

[@annarrah]

You could totally make a book out of this, very inspiring Evelina!

[@piiga]

Thank you so much for sharing, your story is so inspiring! :) Lots of love from Estonia!

[@Jabba_TheHutt]

Evelina. You are beautiful! This is an interesting backstory and I loved listening to it. You have come so far and showed that not everyone is perfect! Im going through bullying at the moment and I am sick of getting bullied by this person. They are trying to PULL ME DOWN! But how are they pulling me down if there not below me! There scared of my power because im better then them! They want me on there level, because they know I am better then them! This video made me think about that. Thank you! ❤

[@Ready4TheWeek3nd]

Amazing to hear your story thank you for sharing, inspirational 💕

[@F0REVERY0UNG2011]

Wow!! I’ve been waiting for this video since I started following you 10 yrs ago!!! 🥲 I remember being in high school and thinking I wanted to be stylish like you with your DIY fashion trends✨

[@dinewyorkcity]

Thanks for sharing your story😍 Even though I follow you for couple of years, you have never really opened up like this before. It's so cool when a person can let himself/herself be vulnerable😍

[@evelina]

Thank you for watching and supporting☺️❤️

[@plamenaivanova9897]

Evelina! I literally never comment on any videos but this was groundbreaking. I was born in Bulgaria an my parents moved to New York super young personally I don't know of anyone with a crazy story, my parents moved with 8 dollars and nothing. I can relate so much to everything you said even through I haven't experienced it all. You've inspired me so much and that's why I've started my youtube channel!! I do agree with you I'm so vulnerable sometimes and that's hard but that's how you create all of those amazing relationships!! thank you for sharing your story, I'm thinking of one day sharing my parent's story.

[@GabyGarciaCheran]

I always knew you came from humble beginnings, but hearing your full story for the first time (after all these years!) left me in awe. Thank you for being so open and vulnerable. Your story is so inspiring!

[@evelina]

Thank you for watching and supporting, means a lot to me!❤️😭

[@everythingpies]

Evelina, All I can say is WOW! I'm totally speechless. I can learn a lot from you. Right now I'm poor and worn out. You motivate me to pursue my goals. I was starting to feel I'm too old and it was too late for me to reach my goals. I'm very thankful you shared your story.

[@ItIsJustSoooPink]

I've been watching you for years so I knew some parts of the story, but to hear it all is very inspiring. Greetings from Poland:D

[@Babygirltaja]

This hits different with the brown roots. 🤍 havent seen your brown hair in years

[@evelina]

Hahah full circle baby😁

[@lauradove]

Great to see a chatty heart to heart from you. I have missed you so much

[@olgavasileva7238]

That was so touching! It's so important to be grateful for what we have❤️ Evy, you're gorgeous as usual :)

[@evelina]

Thank you so much❤️🙏🏻

[@anya_d]

I was crying watching this video. Thank you for being the biggest inspiration for me since the day I first discovered you 8 years ago. I grew up in a poor family in a small Russian town, and now I live in America because just like you I never lost hope❤️

[@nicolesweetbutterfly]

Been watching you since the beginning, I'm happy with everything you post, just seeing you evolve and make the best out of what ever life throws at you 💖

[@carolynjohnson7308]

Hey dear how are you doing?

[@CasandraContora]

This was very emotional. I am a subscriber to your channel for a few years and i always felt close to you because i knew that you are from Moldova, i am from Romania and it's that type of connection i always had with you watching your videos! You are such a beautiful person! God bless you!

[@PeaceLoveJoyWorld]

Thank you for sharing your inspirational story - loved how it all unfolded and how your life changed the day you went into the church for cookies.

[@sarina8045]

This is the type of content I love. Thanks for sharing Evelina 💗

[@evelina]

Glad to hear☺️

[@sarina8045]

@@evelina i am literally in tears watching your story. Im so proud of everything you’ve accomplished. 🥺 you deserve everything you have worked so hard for. Are you still in touch with Troy and his wife? What angels 💗🥺

[@gini1229]

Thank you for telling the story!!

[@houseofherrmann]

That was so inspiring, thank you for sharing your story and God Bless You Evelina.

[@iwillsinganewsong]

Thank you for allowing yourself to be vulnerable and share your story.

[@evelina]

Thank you for watching and supporting ☺️🙏🏻

[@heatherclark2701]

Stories like yours help us remember the many good things about America. Glad you made it. I had thought your ex was how you managed to move here, but you had a much greater struggle in reality. I really respect your drive and determination!

[@carmenliana8255]

Love you Evelina. Reminded me of my life too. Studying on candles light and Toefl. Im from the Middle East. Women are respected here was the first thing I noticed and appreciated

[@PinayTruckerGIRLUSA]

You're an amazing woman! I got teary eyes listening to your story. You're very inspiring, I'm an immigrant too and I'm always grateful that I made it to America. Bless your heart!

[@jasminbechtold6509]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. 💗

[@marinaivanova5863]

Спасибо что поделилась своей историей. Ты очень сильная и молодец что не сдавалась и дошла до своей мечты! Я сама через все это прошла 11 лет назад и каждое твоё слово понимала как своё. И действительно этот опыт помогает дальше в жизни, ведь если мы через все это прошли то мы сможешь преодолеть теперь любые трудности. 💜

[@cindysadork]

I didn't want to bust out crying but here I am lol. Thanks for the story it really was inspirational. I'm happy that it worked out for you 💖

[@fabiancardenas7629]

Love your story and vulnerability thanks for opening your heart to us. ♥️😊🙏

[@a.linanicoleta]

Te urmaresc de ani de zile si mereu te-am admirat. Felicitari! Imbratisari din Bucuresti 🧡

[@evelina]

Mulțumesc mult Alina! Mari Îmbrățișări din partea mea ☺️

[@victoriatrygg2821]

You touched me with this video Evelina all love to you❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gehtdichnixan7725]

Came for your Shuffle video, subscribed because of your beauty, but now i will stay because of your strong character and beautiful personality! Thank you for sharing your inspiring story and all the unexpected challenging situations in your life! It seams to me, that you are not only beautiful from the outside, but even more beautiful from the inside...🙏 Lovely greetings from Germany!

[@lilianaesqueda6029]

That’s an amazing story, give us part two what happen after please !!!

[@ayanna101]

That family is so amazing to help you with tuition! omg! Angels!

[@evelina]

I know! Amazing people🥺❤️

[@tongresa77]

We love you Evelina!😚

[@natalieglick3973]

Such an amazing story ❤ God is so good

[@Isamiinspires]

Thank you for sharing your story🖤 holy shit clicked on this video so fast!!! As strict as PCC was it literally saved my life (I left Japan to get away from my parents). Coming to America definitely pushed me to want more out of my life. Fr tho The thermostat is locked 😂 bruh I figured out how to move the thing w a Bobby pin but had to keep it a secret from the floor leaders 😂😂😂 I moved back to Pensacola in 2017-2021 (July) and got to host international students for holidays even though we had nothing to do w the school. They started doing a bus system for everyone to do grocery runs and finally put fridges in the dorms so sometimes I could get things for the Japanese students 🖤 I live in Vegas now and absolutely love it. Thanks again for sharing and continuing to make content through these many yrs. you inspire me more than you know!

[@evelina]

Whaaaaat?! Thats crazy! I’ve never met or talked to anyone that also went to PCC since then. It’s amazing how we experienced the same thing, and seriously I hope they fixed that damn thermostat lmaooo ❤️😭

[@Isamiinspires]

@@evelina ya I was there as a student 07-11 and left. I feel like we may have had mutual friends? I was a graphic design major but most freshman took the same classes. It was so long ago I can’t remember. I ended up graduating from LU in 2018 since they took my credits.

[@Isamiinspires]

My name I went by back then was Joy Miyashita

[@zuza6000000]

This is my most favourite video of yours, I literally poured my eyes out.

[@evelina]

🥺❤️🙏🏻

[@netwarrior1242]

Really great story. Very inspiring!

[@XtinaLucia]

This was great! 👍🏽🤍💫

[@AK-ni1rs]

I've been watching you for years and ily 💗

[@kirky9347]

What an incredible story. Anything we can imagine can happen when we believe it can 💫

[@charlito669]

I am 56 years old and used to be into techno back in the 80's. And I used to love to dance in the clubs in New Orleans area. So I wanted to learn shuffle dance. I searched and it was your video. I fell in love with your character and attitude. Totally enjoyed it and got me into KZbin. It is a fundamental part of me being here. Thanks.

[@SmileTatianaaa]

I was just thinking about you!!! So glad you uploaded a video 💕

[@evelina]

Aw yay🥺🥰

[@jmhopejm]

Thank u for sharing your story. Love from Singapore. 🇸🇬

[@juliadudyk3203]

So proud of you. Listening to you is like hearing my own life story. I grew up in Ukraine and just like you got so inspired by meeting Americans that my dream was to go to school here. I moved about 10 years ago and can’t be happier.

[@deevee3202]

Wow thanks for sharing this story, this is very inspirational and touching!

[@ds5559]

Love this video.. we want a series from the things you been through since coming to america

[@evelina]

I think I’ll start one:) let me know anything specific you’d like me to film!

[@TukaWiebe]

Very inspiring story Evelina! Been a subby since your season change videos haha. Thank you for sharing. I encourage you to reconnect your relationship with God again as you are where you are because of Him. Also, you light up when you talk about orphans, I wonder if that’s something you see yourself doing in the future. Xo

[@yasminearida667]

You’re amazing 🥰🥰🙏🏽🙏🏽