I am from compassion and sincerity.

I am from strong values and exceptionalism.

I am from the weight of expected success-

from the reminder to never give up,

from diligence and dominance.

I’m from disappointment.

I am from perfect attendance in school-

from whispers to never turn back,

from patience and perseverance.

I’m from struggling to pass classes.

I am from the belief in patriotism-

from pledging my allegiance to the flag,

from responsibility and respectfulness.
I’m from deficiency.

I am from honesty-

from mistakes as lessons,

from sincerity and self-respect.

I’m from forfeiture.

I am from compassion and sincerity.

I am from strong values and exceptionalism.