Need v. Want, by Laurie Smith, 2003

I need to nourish, fuel and vitalize.
I want Finney’s chips and a patty melt.

I need to be hydrated.
I want to bob around with a margarita in my hand.

I need protection from the elements.
I want a century old Victorian on 10 acres.

I need a way to get from here to there.
I want a 2003 Expedition, white, Eddie Bauer package.

I need to feed my soul.

I want to finish this book despite the unfolded laundry.

I need to cleanse, refresh, and wake up.

I want to stay curled up next to him for ten more minutes.

I need to let her go.

I want to clutch her tightly to me forever.

I need to allow them the chance to fail.

I want to share the secret.

I need to visit my parents.

I want to tell them I understand.

I need to teach.

I want to educate.

I need to learn.

I want to know.

I need to know God.

I want to experience Him.

I need to acknowledge the passage of time.

I want to age gracefully.

I need to leave this place for another.

I want to have it matter that I was here.

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