This is Paulisa Mosley. She was a couple of months old when she sustained her injury. A family member was smoking a cigarette while changing her diaper. Some of the ash fell from the cigarette and landed on the diaper; this caused the diaper to catch fire. It was quickly removed from her body, but a flaming piece detached and fell on Paulisa's inner thigh. She explained that as a young person she felt that if she had any scarring or blemishes that she would be undesirable. It took time for her to become comfortable with the imperfection. Paulisa explained that she thought she was fine with the scar until it came time for her to do this project. She explained that she was feeling anxious and uncomfortable, but wanted to do it to overcome her emotions. Paulisa is strong, resilient, and loving. I am grateful that she chose to be part of the project and share her story. 

A note from the author: I met Paulisa when we were teenagers, we both attended the same summer camp. Mid Atlantic Burn Camp was a crucial part of my childhood and my self-acceptance. It has also connected me with countless incredible people. Paulisa was a couple of years younger than me, but I looked up to her. She was tough, I was not. When I reached out to Paulisa and asked if she would be willing to be part of The Untitled Project, she didn't jump at the chance. It took a little persuading, but she did it! She was initially worried that her scar was not significant enough and that the placement would make it difficult to photograph. My feeling is that no matter how large or small the scar, if it has impacted you, then your story must be told.