Lipgloss

Age 8
A symbol of maturity,
A big girl's magic wand.
Cheap purple sparkly goo.

Age 13
A question: have these lips tangoed with another?
A piece of golden gossip; the truth (or a lie) exclusively told to everyone.
Strawberry flavored hot pink mess.

Age 16
A prom queen nominee's secret weapon.
An escape, a nervous habit, an addiction.
Light pink shimmering fairy godmother's wand.

Age 22
A quick thing to do before you go see him. He says he loves you.
A steady fix for when he breaks your heart.
Clear inexpensive glossy dreams.

Age 36
A reminder to your husband that you're still beautiful.
A hope that he'll look at you like he did before four kids.
Red hot dissapointing hope.

Age 52
A shield to the world, a once beautiful face's cover.
An insecurity, the mirror isn't the same friend it was, but still a friend.
Light pink bottled wishes.

Age 90
A last sign of rebellion; your mind's still intact.
A sign to the nursing home that you can take care of yourself.
Bright orange tube of no regrets.