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a good day’s crust. Photo credit: Emma Beauchamp

by Henry, age 10

I am from beautiful rivers and dark green forests full of fruit and animals.

I am from the sound of fans cheering Go Blue, whistles blowing, and cars honking.

I am from the smell of freshly-baked Zingerman’s bread.

I am from the amazing, delicious fruits and vegetables that Michigan markets sell less than a day from when they were harvested.

I am from a place where there are four seasons, hot and cold.

I am from Ann Arbor.

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Henry is a student at Bach Elementary.  In his free time he likes to play soccer and Nintendo, run, swim, and create art. 

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This is an original poem, brought to you by Poet Tree Town, an Ann Arbor-based poetry-in-public initiative and celebration of local Washtenaw poets. Find out more about Poet Tree Town on Instagram and Facebook, or say hello at poettreetowna2@gmail.com.