Except For The Life Of The Mother

Staring at fake nails tips and polish in a NYC Walgreens I had to sit down. I was so very exhausted and tired and couldn’t hold my then (I miss) size 4 body weight anymore.

I shook myself together. Had a meeting set to network and was determined to create the appearance of a manicure.

I got this, I said.

I pulled myself up, headed to the checkout with I think those fake acrylic things, possibly some frozen dessert and perhaps a bottle of juice… not really sure.