I come from gyros,

From salads, and Nutella crepes.

I am from     loud     family dinners,

Long ocean swims,                                                  mountain views.

From soccer and tennis games on the street,

Where everyone can relax in the sweet and sunny

Mediterranean                  b r e e z e.

I am from             long      flights                    to Michigan,

And phone calls with loved ones.

Starting with poor new beginnings in a new country

Learning to communicate with strange new people.

I’m from self-motivation and support of family.

From hard work and pushing forward through tough times.

I am from vacations every summer,

Swimming, kayaking, hiking, and dining.

I am from hot chocolate, skiing, and snow days in the cold winter.

I am from movie nights, bonfires,

And figuring life out at 5am sleepovers with best friends.

From sweaty practices.

From cheering on home teams and family athletes.

I am from            flights                     between two special homes.

Exciting and emotional                   hellos.

And depressing and heart aching                                              goodbyes.

I am from            empty feelings                   because I miss my family

But the most amazing friends that get me through it.

I wouldn’t have it any other way.