I am from my struggles, my failures

and my fears.

I am also from mudfights and

homemade rootbeer.

I am from the orchard in

Grandma's back yard.

I am from the mountains

overlooking grandpa's farm.

I am from scattered states

both near and far.

and from road trips

in old beat up cars.

I am from Love, Acceptance

and trust.

I am from a big family that

always made an even bigger fuss.

I am from stars

and warm summer nights

I am from all my decisions

both wrong and right.

I am from many places,

people and things.

I am from the Earth

and the songs that she sings.