I am from Ipods
From Nike and Under Amour
I am from the splinters on the porch
(Painful and sharp)
Like a knife in my foot
I am from the Arborvitae bushes
The petunia flowers
Whose stems grow in each and every direction
I’m from the family movie nights and smart board game moves
From Amy and Steve
And Ryan
I’m from relaxing all day and hanging out at night

I am from leave him alone
And include your brother too
I’m from what goes around comes around
I’m from keep an eye on him

I’m from Queens blood from Austria
I’m from Vienna cookies and pizza
From Grandpa’s mental illness
I’m from the strong opinions from grandma

I am from dusty old book shelves
I am from cheering up the family with old jokes
I’m from enjoying every second of it