Chapter 15Elizabeth’s life was changing. She traveled to several universities that offered PhD programs that met her criteria. She took Angela with her on these visits via the phone in her purse, sending photos of hotel rooms and massive university stone buildings, nearby parks and cafes, recapping at the end of each visit what she liked and didn’t like, her general vibe of the location, and the emotions that came with each new possibility. Perhaps because Liz was sharing so openly, or because it was so clear that she valued Angela’s opinion, Angela allowed herself to be swept into Elizabeth’s enthusiasm. Angela admired Liz’s ability to be almost alarmingly decisive. She had decided what she wanted to do for a living and began taking action immediately, all systems go. It was easier for An
