The Path Not Taken
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Kate, a middle aged married working mother of two, is in the midst of a mid life crisis. Tired of the rut she is in and the day in/day out grind (work, housework, cooking, school obligations (helping with homework, carpools, sports, fundraisers, etc)) she takes a weekend away to reevaluate who she is at this stage in her life and what she wants.
During this time of self reflection, a blast from her past catches up with her over a drink at the bar.
As the memories and drinks flow will she realize she's right where she needs to be or will she regret the path not taken?
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