Paige Hansen, Palo Alto High School
This photo reflects the feeling of loss of faith. Many people in Silicon Valley are resorting to suicide, leaving behind only material things to represent what their life once was. The window represents what might be the pathway to Heaven. People might believe that their true treasure lies in the afterlife. This is extremely tragic because there is no way we will ever know.
This photo really captures the essence of emptiness you speak of in your reflection. The silhouette of the hanging jacket(?) feels like a residual memory.