Where I'm From

A guest post from

(written 2018)

I am from a place where running and endless laughter never end

and playing tag and making lemonade stands is not a summertime only activity

where BFF’s teach you how to throw softballs and swing a bat

That’s where I’m from.

I’m from a place where my dad’s life is pink and filled with dancing, music, and jokes

and where singalongs with Disney are playing 24/7

where moments from a magical land line my walls

and quotes from an “annoying” show, as my dad says, are said like the word “the”

That’s where I’m from.

I am from a place where the smell of sloppy joe’s taste so good after a long day

and meat is cooked to a perfect medium rare

where something that looks gross is turned to a master piece

and encouragement is always on the menu

That’s where I’m from.

I’m from a place where the splash of water, yelling of angry coaches, and tumbling take up most of the week

and the hard work, determination, and long hours pay off

where you hear somersaults from a mile away

and the people that love you most inspire you to try again

That’s where I’m from.

I am from a place where going to church is a weekend favorite

and you see bowling pins knocked down when Santa’s coming to town

where you hear the memories of a magical place everyday

and life saving testimonies are celebrated every July 14th

That’s where I’m from.