Here is another in our series of “Where I'm
from” poems. I cannot get enough of these! It has been such a rewarding assignment,
with such varied and enjoyable results. Each gives us a glimpse into the life
of one of our writers. If you have not yet written one, please see the
instructions and links here. HERE
This one, from Yolanda, is a joy to read
and I suspect that it will stir up memories of your own.
Bonnie
I
am from an era of great hope for nations after World War II,
I
am from the summers of Good Humor Ice Cream trucks chiming; beckoning children
to run to it from all sides of the old neighborhood.
I
am from the sweet aromas that the Helms Bakery trucks held in its highly
polished blond-hardwood pull- out drawers,
I
am from drinking milk delivered to the house and licking the cream off the
bottle cap,
I
am from Toni Home Perms and hula hoops.
I
am from petticoats and bobby socks, angora sweaters, pedal pushers, and wearing
his ring around my neck,
I
am from jukeboxes, sock hops and Sadie Hawkins dances, and Drive in movies.
I
am from Rock n Roll,
I
am from Elvis music,
I
am from Crying in the Chapel, and Love Me Tender.
I
am from an age that is said, more Americans bought homes, had a chicken in
every pot, and a car in every garage than ever before.
I
am from an era ushering in the space age, and Disneyland, “The Happiest Place
on Earth.”
I
am from an era of optimism for the future.
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