1995 family portrait reveals staged and idealized portrayal of family life in personal account.

Family photos often build upon lies, as observed in a personal account of moving into a grandparents' house filled with such images. The author notes that their own home features a 1995 portrait of their family, despite everyone's hair suggesting a different year. The commonality in these photos, the author suggests, is a staged and idealized portrayal of family life, often hiding the reality of relationships and events.

March 16, 2024
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