Some people make a much bigger deal out of it than others. Special outfits, makeup, a winning smile and other accoutrements could come out of the woodwork on picture day. Regardless of how seriously one takes it, there is the potential for a time capsule type moment: a representation of who you were that year. The problem is that it’s so pre-scripted that at best it represents a sanitized and sterile version of you. The truest form could probably have been photoed on your couch some random Tuesday. So why the charade?
The dance between who we are and who we want the world to see is a constant one. Sometimes it is maladaptive because the posturing is overblown. The picture isn’t you at all. People can still recognize you but it’s not the true you.
Choose a you that fits! There’s no reason to overdo it! You’re great but can always move forward. Picture day isn’t about the facade. It’s putting on your best face! So when you look back, you can remember who you were and love it!
Lights! Camera! Action!
Pete
Huryk Unlimited 