City: Asheville

Brain Injury: I was born with schizencephaly.  This means I was born with clefts on the right side of my brain.

Explanation of Mask: The sad boy represents my feelings of being afraid and hurt.  The helicopter represents being alive and grateful.  My brain injury has impacted my ability to do things, and the way I communicate with others.  The dog shows my feelings and emotions of being lovable, kind, and strong.