A round vase sits solidly on a firm surface, anchoring a vertical bouquet of tulips reaching upward — as if seeking higher ground. Behind them, a swirling, lively background indicates inner turmoil. This piece reflects the artist’s longing to reconnect with a former self — the carefree, powerful version that existed before the responsibilities of adulthood began to overshadow her. The calmness of the vase contrasts with the chaos behind it, symbolizing the emotional gap between who we once were and who we are today. The work is a reflection on memory, resilience, and the quiet wish to reclaim happiness.