Scents of Purpose

A student, a linguist, a mom and a wife, I would never have guessed The next stage in my life. I wanted out once—well actually, twice But decided to stay And keep rolling the dice. Opportunities blossomed, and a dream that I had Suddenly happened for real With support from my dad. It ain’t over yet! At age forty-four I’m just getting started And it’s far from a chore. I love what I make, and may even sell If my olfactory art Has a great enough smell. My teachers passed down their methods and flair And now, even I Know how to tame air. Perfume is my future, beauty my muse. Optimism guides me Because that’s what I choose.