In August of 2010 I made this list of goals:
- With James, raise outstanding children.
- Travel the world.
- Build a house.
- Own a business.
- Give back.
I just left the county building with my arms filled with a huge pile of approved plans and after countless years, an official building permit.
I got into my car, rolled down the windows, and pulled out onto the street. Mr. Jones started playing as if on queue. I turned it up loud, let the tears run down my face, and drank it in.