Where I’m From
I am from the Byzantine Empire
I am from the east, from hot rolling plains, to the waters of the Bosporus.
I am from a second chance. I am from a golden age.
I am from Justinian and Theodora, yes-even Constantine too.
I am from Constantinople a city ever grand. I am from the Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome.
I am from the ports, from a warm salty breeze and the smell of spices.
I am from rival Turks and an unstoppable army. I am from the plague and survivors. I am from rebirth and the inevitable collapse.
I am from Greek fire, an unquenchable thirst. I am from high domes and tall crosses. I am from a new view. I am from the second faith from Greek Orthodox.
I am from the Byzantine Empire, I am from a new beginning.
I am from the Byzantine Empire
I am from the east, from hot rolling plains, to the waters of the Bosporus.
I am from a second chance. I am from a golden age.
I am from Justinian and Theodora, yes-even Constantine too.
I am from Constantinople a city ever grand. I am from the Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome.
I am from the ports, from a warm salty breeze and the smell of spices.
I am from rival Turks and an unstoppable army. I am from the plague and survivors. I am from rebirth and the inevitable collapse.
I am from Greek fire, an unquenchable thirst. I am from high domes and tall crosses. I am from a new view. I am from the second faith from Greek Orthodox.
I am from the Byzantine Empire, I am from a new beginning.