1. | One old flame you can imagine going back to and one who reminds
you of how far you've come. |
2. | Enough money within your control to move out and rent a place on
your own, even if you never want or need to. |
3. | Something perfect to wear if the employer or date of your dreams
wants to see you in an hour. |
4. | A purse, a suitcase and an umbrella you're not ashamed to be seen
carrying. |
5. | A youth you're content to move beyond. |
6. | A past juicy enough that you're looking forward to retelling it in
your old age. |
7. | The realization that you are actually going to have an old age and
some money set aside to help fund it. |
8. | A set of screwdrivers, a cordless drill and a black lace bra. |
9. | One friend who always makes you laugh and one who lets you cry. |
10. | A good piece of furniture not previously owned by anyone else in
your family. |
11. | Eight matching plates, wineglasses with stems and a recipe for a
meal that will make your guests feel honored. |
12. | A resume that is not even the slightest bit padded. |
13. | A feeling of control over your destiny. |
14. | A skin care regime, an exercise routine and a plan for dealing
with those few other facets of life that don't get better after 30. |
15. | A solid start on a satisfying career, a satisfying relationship
and all those other facets of life that do get better. |