Where I'm From

I am from perfect pink carpet,

From plastic mats and air fresheners

I am from Pine-sol and Windex

I am from three dining tables, but only allowed to eat at one

I am from “do not set foot in the living room.”

I am from a huge backyard

From build up pools every summer

I am from rumors here and there,

But always there for one another when we need it

I am from hug loving parents,

From sisters as best friends

I am from pink nail polish and shaving cream

I am from secret keepers

I am from shopping at malls

I am from ten trips to Disneyland a year

I am from Fridays at Chuck E. Cheese

From big birthday parties and sleepovers

I am from baby blankets and stuffed toys

I am from sneaking late night movies

I am from waking up late and pajama days

I am from potato chips and kool-aid

I am from video games and tether ball

I am from dirty roads

From tortillas and tamales

I am from churros and coconuts

I am from scrambled eggs in the mornings

I am from one grandmother and one grandfather

I am from support and a warm loving home