Worst Wingman Ever

by Abby Jimenez

Time is such a precious thing. How you spend it, how you waste it. And it becomes even more valuable as the hourglass runs out, because you will never get more of it. I see it every day. The panic as the last grains of sand fall.

And do not spiral deeper into your dark place. Get out of the car and touch some grass.”

“The tile aisle is where it’s at. Those guys are ripped and they make good money.

“I drink iced coffee and I know things.”

Some patients wait until the loved ones they want to see have come. Then they let go. A lot of people rally right before they pass.

“You know what I wish I would have done?” she asked. “What?” “Had sex with strangers.”

That’s the thing about kindness. You never know how big the ripple is. How one little selfless gesture can make all the difference for the person who receives it.

we need to manifest our own destiny. I never accepted less than what I deserved ever again. Never ignored a red flag or excused bad behavior.

I asked for what I wanted, and I protected those I loved, and I demanded the things I needed, and I had a beautiful life.

“Take responsibility for your own unhappiness, Holly. If you don’t love your life, change it.”

“You’re gonna have so many people waiting for you in heaven one day, beautiful girl,” she said quietly. “I’ll be the first one in line.”