Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-181) and index.
Introduction -- An opening letter from Natsnet : why I want to tell my story -- Growing up in war-torn Eritrea -- National service, Natsnet, and her decision to go to Saudi-Arabia -- Life for Natsnet in Saudi Arabia -- The vacation, Orange City, and Natsnet's "great escape" -- Years of doubt, disappointment, & disillusionment -- "We must control the borders" : a kaleidoscope of images -- Anthropological and political perspectives of American asylum system -- Victory at last -- A new life awaits Natsnet's future