Happiness…

I am from steamy, sunny, summer trips up north—

fishing, tubing, ATVing (relaxing),

hanging with cousins, no technology.

Frustration…

I am from a middle-class family—  

who gives me the courage to never give up and (grateful),

have determination.

Set backs . . .

I am from injuries—  

broken arm, parents yelling, “Don’t you dare jump out of that tree!” (sobbing),

a broken finger…missing Nationals.

Success…

I am from an athletic family…“Go Warhawks!”—

Competitive, confident, and CRAZY nights of volleyball games (ecstatic),

tournament days  d  r a g  g i n g  on and on ...

Confusion…

I am from split homes—

being introduced to new emotions...(crying) thinking about my parents apart,

but being loved each day by mom and dad.

Love…

I am from a family who loves me—

who wants the best for me (always),

who will help me reach my goals of becoming an interior designer.

Brother…

I am from a brother who ignores me—

but I still love him (endlessly)...

no communication, missing him.

Happiness…

I am from the musty Mill Pond in Merton—

a small and safe (secure) community, in the

place, I call home...