Street Sense is a safe haven of hope, motivation and growth. After having a serious health crisis, no job, no money and the inability to immediately become self-sustaining, even though I have a family and roof over my head, I was still in a very dark place. So, while I am not homeless in the stereotypical sense, I am struggling to regain my strength and presence as a part of the Washington, DC community on a financial, spiritual and emotional level.
Street Sense is a place where you can be yourself on your own terms, with the warm, embracing support of the staff, the volunteers and peer group friends. Being a part of the writer’s group is great! We write, we read, we discuss and provide editing. It is a wonderful feeling for all of us, when one of the vendors is published for the first time! It provides a sense of giving to the readership and other members. Thank you Street Sense for a place to be, to excel and to “move on up”.
PS: Special thanks to Kate of the writer’s group; Brandon, a real multitasker; and Clara and Amanda, the interns – you are all for one and one for all.
