I am from my fluffy, furry, lovable dog who tries to lick your face off

And always wants treats 

I am from hoping to become an actor

And starring in films 

I am from freezing ice cream on a burning hot day

Wishing it was cooler 

I am from Christmas when my whole family visits

And celebrates

I am from walking everywhere

And knowing everyone                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

I am from the warm gooey cheesy

And the salty pepperoni on that perfect

Pizza

I am from wishing Covid was

Gone 

And hoping there would be no more long Zoom classes 

I am from people yelling, “Stop doing that!”

I am from bacon; that crispy, salty piece of goodness

On a Saturday morning 

I am from sitting by the fire, roasting marshmallows

And singing songs 

I am from a calm but wild city where everyone is doing

Something

This is where I am from.