I am from family photos hung on painted walls
Great grandma's carefully decorated ceramics
A piano playing music through generations
And sturdy oak furniture made by my father

I am from vibrant flowers lining a trimmed lawn
Fluffy rabbits prancing through lush, green grass
An excited dog ready to lick my face
And a “defective” hammock in which to rest

I am from walking paths through endless fields
A refreshing pool on hot summer afternoons
Soccer fields of crusted, dried out grass
And spectacular fireworks on the 4th of July

I am from summer campouts in the wilderness
Weekend outings to the sandy shores
Road trips in the squished family mini van
And decorating, remodeling, and redecorating again

I am from parents Dawn and Gary
Grandparents Patricia, Richard, Marlee and George
Surrounded by aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends
And older sister to Karen and Katie

I am from “This is the life” when on vacation
“Life's not fair” when I'm complaining
Family stories shared through the years
And the deep, strong voice of my grandpa singing

I am from delicious French pancakes on Sunday mornings
Barbequed hamburgers, baked beans, and potatoes
Piping warm spaghetti with tasty meat sauce
And warm chocolate chip cookies and gooey brownies

I am from childhood memories
Tucked away safely in my head
Stored in cardboard boxes under the eaves
And framed in pictures hung on painted walls

- Renée Peront, July 2007 -

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