I feel you on being stuck in unfortunate circumstances, especially when people don't let you be yourself forcing you to dilute and supress the entirety of your beautiful being. To me, that metaphorical mask you have to put on is so much worse than a physical one. Curious that the physical mask actually lets you be more unmasked metaphorically. So glad you still find appreciation in the small things. Those flowers are beautiful! I have respect for you sticking this out and still allowing your spirit to shine in whichever way you could find.
RE: Scenes of Spring wildflowers + medicinal herbs in southern Appalachia and a personal update