I have often been confused for belonging to an ethnicity besides my own. Mexican American is what I am, but something about the structure of my face seems to trick people’s eyes. I have been mistaken for everything from Middle Eastern to Italian, but mainly I am confused for an Indian (from India.) Usually this is expressed by people giving me the wink and the nod, as if to say “Hey…one of us!” This is compounded by the fact that I speak almost no Spanish.
Shameful, I know…especially being from a Mexican Mecca like Los Angeles and all. However I have come to some terms with it. Occasionally though a friend will be searching for a phrase in Espanol and then give me the “Help me out buddy…” kind of a look. To which I usually reply much like our wiggly-armed pal here. It is an awkward situation topped off with shrugged shoulders and usually my apology (to my people).
…and yes that is the Super Mario 3 frog suit he is line drying. why was frog suit so worthless in that game?
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06.12.2008
Is that the faint shadow of Mr. Lane lingering in the background of that Cephalopod? I love seeing your work on a regular basis. Its a joy to be let into your sketch book!
Besos y abrasos mi amigo!
Te amo,
Miel