I am from the Midwest,

from a state where icicles hang from houses,

while my gray, brick house hides under inches of snow.

I am from one of the oldest high schools in the midwest,

where the sounds of birds chirping fill my heart with love,

and the silver trumpet accompanying me for seven years.

I am from a family of four,

a 5’10’’ man with grey hair, with a personality that warms my heart,

a 5’3’’ teenage girl with brown hair, who impacts my heart with love.

I am from a place that makes sandwiches, soups, and salads,  

a restaurant that supports our community,  

a restaurant that’s been open since 2001.

I am from an acting background,

as nailing jelly to a tree

since the seventh grade.

I am from a love of mathematics,

a math teacher at Arrowhead with personality,

who instilled in me his love.