I am From

Today I went to a workshop where we wrote I am from poems. Here is my first attempt:

I am from 4 am fishing trips, tire swing rides, and corn-picking adventures.
I am from farm country, Prowler Pride, and Scholastic book orders on Fridays.

I am from walks to the mailbox to meet dad at quitting time, afternoons spent in the playhouse, and summer trips to Winnipeg.

I am from Myles....walleye-slaying, practical-joking, and loving dad. Lover of trees, nature, and good deeds.

I am from Susie, curly haired, hamburger loving kindergarten teacher.
Fun-loving, super shopping, and kind.

I am from "Education is the key", "hard work is a way of life" ,and "check the oil".

I am from family phone calls at 8, shoe shopping, and mickey mouse pancakes.

I am from giant birthday parties, 4-H trips to the state fair,pontoon rides and lazy days at the cabin.

I am from lefse, mashed potatoes, and date filled cookies. Sandbaakles, potato klub, and flat bread.

I am from a long line of teachers...Grandma Eleanor, mom, and uncles and aunts too.
I am from a love of family.