“My Life” 5 Years Old, Growing Up

Growing Up, Acrylic on Canvas, 48×36 inch

As I grew up I began to understand the situation related to my handicap better. Sometimes I would put my hands over my face to hide my appearance.

I just wanted to be treated the same as any other normal kid. I did not like to be reminded of my handicap nor receive special treatment.

My hands are hiding my eyes. I would have to wait until I was 11 years old to improve my looks by having eye surgery.