Six formerly homeless men in custom-tailored suits were given the chance to strut their stuff on the the catwalk as a way of raising money for the local homeless shelter that used to take care of them.
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The men, who used to live at the shelter before being helped to turn their lives around, are now in transitional housing programs – but they never forget where they came from.
“Behind the curtain there, I was very nervous when I started hearing the hooting and hollering, [thinking] ‘Oh my god, I don’t know if I can do this,'” one of the formerly homeless models told CBC. “I kind of loosened up.… It was a lot of fun.”
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My first comment ever at Good News Network!
What I appreciated so much about this piece came from imagining the special feeling these men would have in their hearts during this experience. They would not be accustomed to such affirmation.
Around the world, the experience of caring is universally perceived as inherently good. Bravo to all those involved. Being cared about is a gift in the life of every human soul, and probably all sentient life!
Well, thanks for your comment, Eric! Bravo for pointing out the good around you. – Geri
So true Eric, I love your comment.
p.s. this is my first comment too (though I don’t think a reply counts as a comment).
Oh well.