I am from God’s never ending love and forgiveness.

I am from genetic tardiness.

I am from “Take one brick at a time.”

I am from the hypnotic beauty of Earth.

I am from crooked parking, and young driving.

I am from the uplifting Christian music on KTIS.

I am from a caring and loving family, who love me even when I screw up.

I am from a Turkish prison, food palette.

I am from the dream to travel the world and help the sick and hungry.

I am from fairytales of pixies and dragons.

I am from comical grandparents who pass their “wisdom” onto me.

I am from the brilliance of water colors and imagination.

I am from the hope of peace, justice, and healing for all people.

I am from my bright dreams and haunting nightmares.

I am from God’s never ending love and forgiveness.