I am from the trace of
my parents’ ancestors.
The smell from my grandpa’s chile rellenos recipe
that ties the family together.
I am from the bracelets
that hold me and my best
friends together.
I am from the truth that describes who I am.
I am from the book The Fault In Our Stars,
that tears me apart
each time I read it.
I am from my grandma’s house
with those strong memories,
like that one Christmas we all learned something new.
That I know.
It will never set us apart,
Our trust is like magnets.
From the 826CHI Student Publication: But I Am Myself, And I Am Perfect For It