Child of the West

I definitely do identify as a child of the west, seeing as how all my ancestors have been firmly rooted in Scandinavia. I also believe in the western point of view: that everyone should have a fair chance at a life of peace and prosperity. I have a strong connection to the nature and location of the west, particularly Denmark, where I am born. I identify as a child of the west, but I do not in any way discriminate other cultures. I think I have a gift in my ability to integrate into other cultures and countries.

Ice and Fire

On the front of the mask, there is a dividing line in the center, separating the colors of blue and red. The blue represents the tranquil side of my consciousness, full of peace and quiet, while the red represents fury, and the will to keep fighting. On each side of the mask, there is a symbol on the brow. On the tranquil side, there is the nordic symbol for peace, representing my desire for peace and quiet. On the red side, there is the nordic symbol for warrior and strength, representing my temper, readiness to defend the honor of me and my family, as well as my decisiveness. Underneath the eye on the blue side is a reversed arch, symbolising the smile lines of the face. On the red side, there is a regular arch, indicating the facial expressions of a frown. On the flip side of the mask, there is the symbol for Shotokan karate, one of my favorite pastimes. It represents skill, precision, and strength. Also, there is a symbol for the business that resides a few yards away from my house in Denmark, which shows where I'm from. My home's garden goes directly down to the banks of the fjord, and I see much of myself in the deceptively calm waters. One day, the water may be choppy and rough, unnavigable and unfriendly. However, on another day, the water is calm and reflective, the icy water helpful and peaceful. This represents how I am very well, and the way my mood can swing from the red to the blue in a short amount of time.