In the mirror I am grown. Fully, and wholly, a human being. Looking inwards I am small. 12 years old, marveling at the person I’ve become, and the person I somehow was and still am. Separate, side by side, I exist on multiple planes, in many directions, through all dimensions, different but constant. The same.
I think my 12 year old self would be glad I was brave enough to dye my hair and pierce my flesh. I know that sounds weird, but she was so timid, always wanting to stand out, but afraid. I still am afraid, but I’m bolder now.