It's not a frown.

I thought I should address this today since it’s the first time someone has told me they had a bad first impression of me.

Whether they were serious or not, I thought it was funny that people thought I was mean when I first started working at my current job. The reason being, I was so quiet and never talked to anyone.This is madness!

This conversation came up because we were talking about how I don’t smile. Which isn’t surprising because I’m often told to smile. At work, in the street, even on the train. Usually it’s by guys, women just ask me if I’m OK. Again MADNESS! Do I look that angry? Nobody walks with a smile on their face, you can’t. It requires effort, literally. I’m usually focused on doing my job, thinking about where I’m headed, chores, errands, what happened the day before. -_-  <—- That’s my thinking face, my I’m not doing anything particularly interesting face. I’m not angry, or upset, or even near any of those emotions. It’s just what my face looks like when all the muscles are relaxed.

I mean I guess I could try harder to look a bit happier but what’s the point of that? You wouldn’t smile if you’re not happy. I think this frown business started in High School. I figured if I just had a blank stare my chances of getting picked on in school and outside of school (mainly on my way home) were slimmer. I was right, I never got in a physical fight. Mission Accomplished.

OK so back to my point. Next time you see me not smiling, or by myself in a corner. I’m most likely not upset. I’m reserved and probably just thinking about something that’s caught my attention. So no more worries. =)