Where I Am From

I am from memories Being a child Playing in the mud Not a care in the world I am from love The caring letters and warm hugs From family and friends I am from the beach Soft, salty breeze And sand between my toes Times when I was closest to my grandpa I am from the country Wild and free No noise, just silence I am from horses The smell of sweat, and hay Waking up early to feed Staying late to clean the barn Brushing, riding, and caring for my horses I am from a mother and a father A marriage that has lasted 26 years No pain, just unconditional devotion They give me a home and pride to claim their name I am from the court The sound of the crowd The rush that jolts my body as I step on the court The smell of hard work and commitment Perseverance Coach yelling Players perspiring All for the love of the game I am from skateboards, dirty clothes, lacrosse, speech class, Video games, computers, and joy All things that my brother loves I am from long night fights to early morning make ups He is always there I am from music The anthem to my soul Rock, pop, R&B, rap, country Anything to get my fix Most importantly, I am from God Who decided my life was worth creating Special, for his own purpose that I need to discover