Ackerman said there were four items in her life which can be used to define her independence. She also said that she wanted a waterbed, a horse and a truck. She designed the truck herself, which speaks to the intellectual pursuit of the criminology major. She parallels working toward her goals with working patiently, though she claims that she can be quite demanding. Since age four, Ackerman has been horseback riding.
Animals are much more straightforward then people, because when they re scared, they re scared.
Ackerman loves D.C., and is in no rush to return to Boston. Until then, she continues to work in the field she adores. And as far as being home sick, well, she brought a friend along her horse and that is plenty to help her pass the time.