Chronic Smiles
Photo Transfer, Ink, Carbon and Graphite on Paper
- Behind this smile is everything
- I’m exhausted from trying to be stronger than I am
- It feels like everyone is sitting in the sunshine while I drown in the rain
- Sometimes you have to accept that things will never go back to the way they were
- I can’t remember the last time I was comfortable
- I’m acting like I’m okay please don’t interrupt my performance
- I have hopes and dreams that have been crushed
- You never know how strong you are until strong is your only choice
- You are not obligated to be an inspiration
- Its hard to admit you’re not as strong as everyone believes
- I’m tired of trying to hold things together that cannot be held
- I’m doing the best that I can
- You don’t always have to be grateful that it isn’t worse
- When I finally rest when I drift off to sleep its my only break its the only time I am without pain
- You can’t tell how much suffering is on a face that is always smiling