Something perfect to wear if the employer, or date of her dreams, wants to see her 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.
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, wine glasses with stems, and a recipe for a meal that will make her guests feel honored.
A feeling of control over her destiny.
How to fall in love without losing herself.
How to quit a job, break up with a lover, and confront a friend without ruining the friendship.
When to try harder...and when to walk away.
That she can't change the length of her calves, the width of her hips, or the nature of her parents.
That her childhood may not have been perfect...but it's over.
What she would and wouldn't do for love.
How to live alone...even if she doesn't like it.
Whom she can trust, whom she can't, and why she shouldn't take it personally.
Where to go when her soul needs soothing; be it to her best friend's kitchen table, or a charming Inn in the woods.
What she can and can't accomplish in a day...a month...a year.
Wow Christine how deep and true these are. Where did you find this?
ReplyDeleteI love all your pictures and bits of truths and beliefs. Keep them coming I still say you should be a writer. Hope you guys were not effected by the quake,stay safe and grab the children all of them & the dog too!!!! Love, Lynn
Lynn, I can't take the credit for this one. I think its by Maya Angelou, but I'm not 100 percent sure. I really like it though, its so true, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteOh, and we didn't even FEEL the quake. But thanks for worrying about us, lol.
~ Take care