I’m from a time of being picked on—--

“ Dakota you're not going to graduate high school at this rate.”

frustrated and angry, I can’t catch a break…

I am from the not respected Chicago,

Hard working, I’m an earn your stripes kind of kid,

strong and determined for a fresh start.

I am from dedicating my childhood to sports-

Hours on the field, late night practices, long nights of film, preparing for opponents.

Dedicated and in the underdog seat, I was ALL IN...

I am from a family of …first string quarterbacks

70 yard touchdown drive using every last second of the 2 minutes left on the clock, league champions!!!

I am from the family of love-

Willing to give the shirt off of your back for anyone in a heartbeat,

Kind, believing in good karma.