I am from pancakes, brownies and push pops: from cereal, chocolate pudding, and macaroni and cheese.

I am from camping by the lake, the pool, and tetherball.

From the coach and accountant, and Max.

I am from the mullet, spandex, and big flowered hats that my mom always made me wear.

From the trampoline, tire swing, swing sets, and duck pond.

I am from Eureka’s Castle, Clarissa Explains It All, and Land Before Time;

From Saved by the Bell, Family Matters, and California Dreams.

I am from Barbie dolls, cabbage patch kids, and coloring books.

I am from sleepovers with my friends, and Ghost in the Graveyard with the neighborhood.

From my yellow blanket and favorite brown teddy, Brownie.

But mostly I am from friends and family that I love.