Behind the big picture

Is a small, fragile woman.

Forget the smile

And look deep into her eyes.

Her eyes tell a story.

A story of:

Danger,

Heartache,

Misfortune,

An adventure without sanctuary.

Before she clicks the camera,

She wipes away her tears

And forces a grin.

With small hope as she looks at

Her broken, cracked phone,

She always thinks to herself;

"One day, this smile will be more than just an image."