Where I Am From
I am originally from England,
Wales, Ireland, and Scotland –
where you find liminal spaces,
monasteries, castles, leprechauns,
waterfalls, wells and cairns.
I am places rich in history,
emerald green hillocks, roaming sheep, -
friendly pubs with whisky, beer, and music,
Shepard’s pie, corned beef, and haggis.
I am small town Ohio, daughter
of immigrants, miners, craftsmen –
I am home of buckeyes, Amish,
and the northern cardinal.
I am Quaker oatmeal,
hot dogs, homemade pies, and corn –
as well as football, autumn leaves,
hiking in nature and Old Man’s Cave.
I am missing family gone ahead
and listening for my ancestors,
sharing their sage wisdom,
reminding me this is where I am from.