Depressing

I renewed my driver's license today. That old driver's license was my favorite ID. I loved that picture. Everybody needs at least one ID that does not induce soul cringing embarrassment. Passport photo? No makeup and wet hair. Work badge? Eyes closed. Driver's license? My best and truest self. And now it's gone. The new one is OK. But I miss the joy of having one representation of yourself that is a secret source of pride. No longer can I offer to show people my driver's license as an icebreaker. No longer can I use my driver's license as a morale booster. Like the flower of grass...