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Awakening from Apathy: Centering the Periphery A Story of Homelessness, Upcycling, and Finding Hope

Awakening from Apathy: Where Trash Becomes Treasure The alley cat slunk past, eyeing the discarded dresser like it was a five-course meal. Little did he know, this wasn't trash; it was a canvas for transformation. Welcome to Awakening from Apathy, the blog where we share our journey of turning forgotten relics into functional art, all while navigating the unpredictable landscape of homelessness. Meet the Upcycling Crew We're not your typical upcycling enthusiasts. I'm Sunny, the one with the toolbox and a knack for seeing potential in the most unlikely places. Give me a rusty hinge and a discarded picture frame, and I'll find a way to make them sing. My fiancé, Patrick, is the artistic visionary, the one who can see the soul of an object and bring out its hidden beauty. And let's not forget our chihuahua, Ari, the furry supervisor who keeps us company on our dumpster-diving expeditions and makes sure we don't get too carried away with the glue gun. More Than ...
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