A  special Dedication,

an Open House,

a  Sunday afternoon

of gathering and

distinction, an

ecumenical flavor of

Interfaith prayers

and congratulations

by the many invitees

who glowed with joy

at what they saw.
 
 

Through funds and goods

contributed, by local

churches, agencies, and

businesses, the homeless

men and women of our

Valley will now have an

Outreach Day Center

for their well being, comfort

and convenience; how very

thoughtful and kind to help

those most in need, perhaps

a starting boost towards their

self-sufficiency and self-esteem.
 
 

Who are the homeless,

can we really tell,

do we truly know,

the many varied ways,

that each person

thus unfortunate

actually becomes so;

did they break the rule,

abuse themselves, or

were they the victims of

cumulative circumstance.

Is anyone to blame,

what can be done;

are you, yourself ever

so sure, that you will

never be, The One.
 
 

 HERBERT HOLZBAUER

 © February 1997