
Waris Dirie by Albert Watson (1993)
I honestly believe that people who lost their childhood, teenage years to mental illness and/or trauma are so strong for still being here. Especially once you’re about 18-25 and trying to relearn how to be in society and healthy and human.
Especially when you decide to work towards getting better.
Especially when your life isn’t where you wished it would be.
Stay alive okay? If you lost your youth, I’m sorry and I’m so proud of you for still being here. Keep fighting. Your best years are ahead of you.
I don’t want to die in a car accident. When I die it will be a glorious day. It will probably be a waterfall.


“The kindest, smartest person I have ever known. My true friend River. He left this earth 25 years ago today, and not one day has passed when I have not thought of him, felt him near, and loved him with every atom I’ve got. He changed me forever. The most beautiful boy with the biggest heart. I love you River I.”
— Flea about River on the 25th anniversary of his death.