The Courage of the Commonplace

"The Courage of the Commonplace" by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews
Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews was an American writer best known for her widely read short stories. In this one, she follows a young girl as she begins to find her place in the world. While everyone around her seems to aim for the extraordinary in life, this book narrates how, sometimes, settling into what is common and safe is the bravest choice of all.