https://thelongstand.substack.com/p/the-caustic-color-of-commitment
Inside my head, I am a Vestal Virgin of Rome, guarding the sacred fire of my children's future. I am the foundation stone that holds up the castle.

In reality? I am just the traffic.

I unlock the car door, feeling the noble swell of purpose, only to be met with the true voice of the empire: "Did you bring snacks? The hotspot isn't working.".

Even the Vestal Virgins probably had to take out the trash.

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