Lustre

The coin's lustre captured the light just right to secure her attention as she hurriedly walked through the park. She picked it up excitedly and held it up to the sun. She smiled with satisfaction and relief, marveling at its full potential. For her its glint meant far more than the 25 cents it was worth. It represented opportunities, ideas, and possibilities. Most importantly it meant hope. Because she knew, at that very point, it was time for life to change.