I am from snuggles and laughter, two brothers and my sister. Never without a playmate. I'm from Butchie's buckeye tree and the Hess Addition's sledding hills. From pool barns and catching crawdads in the creek. I'm from safety in my dad's arms and wisdom in my mom's words. Devotionals as a family, "Tell Me the Story" by Max Lucado.
I'm from church pews and fellowship halls. Acapella singing and Sunday morning Bible class. "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is mine!" and "How Great Thou Art!" I'm from out to pizza after church and in home group Bible studies. From baptisms and church camp - singing around the campfire with friends for life. "Lord to give up, I'd be a fool, You are my all in all."
I am from homemade pizza and roast and potatoes. From spills and messes that were no big deal. From light brights and Cabbage Patch dolls, climbing trees and building forts. I'm from "truth always wins in the end" and "no dating till you're 16." I'm from cousins and grandparents, never a dull moment.
I'm from hopping along Peter Cottontail's bunny trail each Easter, warmth and purpose each Christmas. From up too late and sneaking to the kitchen for a snack after bedtime. From hopscotch and girl scouts, bean bags and Uno. From my dad's distinct laughter and my mom's gentle answer. From Cici and Sam, Boxcar Children and American Girls.
I am from unconditional love and high standards. From strangers in need becoming fast friends. I'm from giving groceries away and inviting people in, a place to belong. From "you can't see that movie" and Little House on the Prairie. I'm from "you can never outstretch my love," and believing it to be true.
Where are you from, friends?
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