Themes for the Mural
Over a series of meetings the women explored their feelings and herstories.
In order to find some common themes we asked a few questions to get the conversation started:
How would you like to portray the Miriam?
What does the Miriam mean to you?
What theme would you like for the mural?
What is the message that you would like to get across?
This conversation was amazing and inspiring.
Here are just a few comments:
· The Miriam is about starting over again. We work with each other to help build each other up. We go through many trials and tribulations, but they are building blocks in our lives; stepping stones to use to better ourselves.
· There is so much diversity in the women. Everyone goes through different things at different times. There is a herstory. Stepping stones build toward each person's goals.
· Individuals work together to create change.
· The Miriam is unique because it’s an all women’s building.
· We all need help.
· We have to build one another up.
· I love me by making the right choices for myself.
· If you don’t like something, CHANGE IT!
From that conversation we began to get some ideas about possible themes:
You’re on your way
You’re getting there
Independent women’s housing
Peace, Happiness, and Joy
Truth, Honesty, Integrity
Miriam Women---They’ve got Class!!
Then to now—working on change
Old me/new me
Transformed!!
Positiveness and responsibility
Do what God wants you to
Peace and Transformation
New adjustments
Go forth and make a change!