I am from toy cars, Hershey’s bars and sports stars.

From wishing, hoping and dreaming.
I am from coziness, care and comfort.
I am from the maple tree, the pine tree and the apple tree.

I am from family dinners and friends smiling, from Stephanie and Dad and Mom.
From love, joy and trust.
I am from the joking and the laughing.
From “go to bed”, to “wake up.”
I am from sleepless nights.

I am from Catholicism. From praising the lord.
From faith, blessings and praying.
I am from Wisconsin, steak and chocolate chip cookies.
I am from amazement, action and adventure.

I am from Florida, California, and Arizona.
From hiking, exploring and discovering.
I am from the basketball tournaments, the games and the championships.
From family and friends.
I am from, “This is the best day ever!”

I am from Wee Know, to Richmond, to Arrowhead.
From recess, gym class and field trips.
I am from struggling, to learning, to excelling.
From meeting new friends.
I am from growing up.

I am from sports. From “practice makes perfect.”
From competing, winning and losing.
I am from striving for greatness, basketball and football.
I am from spirit, satisfaction, and success.