She Wanted
The child wanted to be an artist until she saw one with talent.
The child wanted to be a teacher, but her slight lack of patience would destroy her.
She wanted to sing on stage, but she could not imagine her life of fame locked in a cage.
She wanted to go after a communications degree, despite affirmations.
She decided she would break away from the "why not" chains and do something for herself for a change.
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