I Am 30... Poem by Dalia Butterfly

Today I am 30, and here is what I have gained in life

I had a tremendous childhood that taught me about confidence, friendship, family, religion, war and politics.

I have a mother who has taught me about the way I want to raise my children, about culture, and about always keeping memories alive.

I have a father who has taught me about my heritage, about being strong, about making mistakes, and about forgiveness.

I have a sister who has taught me that laughing soothes the soul, about independence, about respect, about picking up the pieces, and about taking risks.

I have a man in my life who has taught me that wishes do come true, that love can be beautiful all of the time, and that time is the answer to everything.

I have his parents and family who have taught me about acceptance and unconditional love.

I have a child in my life that has taught me about patience, about creativity, and about the little girl that is so alive within me.

I have a job that has given me a regained path for success, that pays my bills, and makes me proud of my professional accomplishments.

I am 30 today, and I am fulfilled and happy in life. I am who I am because of you.