I am from blonde hair, French braids
and summer popsicles homemade.
I am from prayers before bedtime, grace before meals,
family celebrated holidays and hands that heal.
I am from hugs and kisses, sisters of 2, love, tears
and a mother that helped me through.
I am from friday night pizza, gymnastics my second home,
homework first and clothes that were sewn.
I am from summer road trips horseback rides, grandparents
home,
eleven years, almost grown.
I am from garden sweet peas, single mom,
so much love you can't go wrong.
I am from chores every week, climbing trees,
sleepovers at Aunty Sandy and Uncle Andy's,
scraped elbows and knees.
I am from long talks, wisdom, teenage woes,
a new dad and more love that shows.
I am from the years 26, love so young,
marital bliss and teaching to come.
I am from blessings abundant, weekends at the lake,
2 miniature schnauzers and a future to make.
