A Woman Should Have

...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 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 ther 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 ov her destiny......