I am Diablo Cojuelo, an iconic character in Dominican popular culture
But you only get to see me in February, during the carnival. Today, I decided to wear my costume, out of season, on Christmas.
Why do I have to wait for a specific time to enjoy the things I like?
No matter what anyone says, I decided to be happy
Working one month per year, I have enough free time, so I took some photos around Santo Domingo.
Everywhere I went, everyone was surprised to see me in unexpected places, just enjoying life
But then I'm not enjoying the moment? Despite wearing my costume, sadness fills me
It's not the same as the people's euphoria every weekend when they see the parade. The drinks, the dances, the colors, the attention, the photos, I miss all that.
If it's not carnival season, nobody thinks about me. Is that why I feel this way?
I'm just a character to bring happiness for a month every year.
Did I come into the world to make others happy? At least I'm doing something good for others.
