Deborah came to the community room an hour early this week. She had had a tough day and told Christine that she just needed to do some painting. By the time she was tired, Deborah had painted all of the grass and quite a few of the stepping stones. She was also in better spirits.
The building looked like it was crying. As Patty was painting the black building the paint began to run in the windows. Just as she was getting ready to wipe the paint off, she stopped and stepped back. This was just the touch she was looking for. As she painted the other buildings, she let the paint run. These buildings were beginning to look cold, mean, and sad all at the same time. Patty said this is also how they felt.
The Journey Continues
The path away from homelessness is growing stronger. This week the stepping stones lead the woman with the world on her shoulders with words of inspiration and encouragement. The key to home is in sight. Personal touches have added to the symbolism and meaning of the mural.
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