- one old love she can imagine going back to
- and one who reminds her how far she has come
- enough money within her control to move out and rent a place of her own even if she never wants to or needs to
- something perfect to wear if she needed to be chic in an hour
- a youth she's content to leave behind
- a past juicy enough that she's looking forward to retelling it in her old age
- the realization that she is actually going to have an old age and some money set aside to fund it
- a set of screwdrivers, a cordless drill, and a black lace bra
- one friend who always makes her laugh and one who lets her cry
- a good piece of furniture not previously owned by anyone else in her family
- eight matching plates, glasses with stems, and a recipe for a meal that will make her guests feel honored
- a resume that is not even the slightest bit padded
- a feeling of control over her destiny
aug 12 2010 ∞
aug 6 2013 +