I am from green grass in the summertime,

Slip n slides in mid-July,

Fireflies by the fireside,

And golden marshmallows roasted by pros.

I am from homemade pies that I never liked,

Playing Uno every single night,

Handmade artwork hanging on the fridge,

And finishing puzzles that I didn't begin.

I am from ice skating on frozen lakes,

Sharing one birthday with three cakes,

Open windows in late May,

And watching sandcastles wash away.

I am from picnics and road trips,

Goldfish instead of Cheez-Its,

Sunsets in a clear sky,

And never needing to check the time.

I am from a childhood of fun,

Countless hours in the sun,

Waiting for summer to come,

And happy memories on my mind.