experience and insight
urviving, living and telling are essential for all of us
to feel valued as individuals and to have impact in our
community. At On The Rise, we recognize the strength
and unique experiences and insights of women who are homeless
or in crisis. They bring incredible stories of survival,
tenacity and hope. Within the supportive community of our
Safe Haven, women frequently share real life reflections
with staff. Many women also write creatively and participate
in Voices Together, a weekly writing group that takes place
in the kitchen at On The Rise.
VOICES TOGETHER
Up and Up
So this is it
It's dark in the pit and cold too
My mind is spinning
My heart is beating
There's a lot of pressure on me
To see
My body wants to break free
Freedom is what I seek
From memories that refuse to
leave
I'm not a poet
I'm an artist
Shall I draw my path out of here?
Looking for the light and the colors
There's a fork in the road
Which way should I go?
It's my choice
My pen will give me a voice... |