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Where I'm From
I am from football games,
from Windex and Eucalyptus candles.
I am from the house behind the gates.
(Beige, cement,
it sounded like peace.)
I am from the palm trees
the lake
who carries the fish, gators, and nutria.
I’m from the tang pie and curly hair,
from Kathy and Margie.
I’m from the perfectionists
and the optimists,
from Safe! And Courty girl!
I’m from WWJD,
and do not forget to say
your prayers tonight.
I’m from Touro Hospital and cotton fields,
fried chicken and corn bread.
From the crown my mother wore
for Homecoming Queen,
the candles my grandma always lights.
On a shelf was a stack of family pictures
bringing back old memories and accomplishments.
I am from those family traditions--
a successful African American family--
a proud New Orleanian.
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