I am from colored wooden blocks, tape recorders, and Hot Wheels.

I am from a warm, spacious patio, hanging blue tarps, and a bright sunny lawn.

I am from a small and welcoming walnut tree that gives shade to the blooming plants of the garden.

I am from family dinners, weekend barbecues, and beach afternoons.

I am from Thomas the Train, vacuums, and fans.

I am from white albs, insightful homilies, and after-Mass donuts.

I am from Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the New World.

I am from beer-can chicken, tuna sandwiches, and Nana’s beans.

I am from serene love, filling compassion, and wholesome friendships of the lasting sort.