Peace to you, too, Dequain. And welcome to Smash Street and to Medium.

Tim will not lie to you, that much I know. And it is safe there so you are safe. You will learn that. You can learn lots if you will. It will surprise you. I hope you learn to like animals. I do. They love you real and no matter what.

Cooking is a big responsibility. And worth doing for your room and a chance to dance and feel safe. And shower alone.

Good luck to you. I’m glad you take the pills. Everybody at Smash Street has a story and something to teach and to learn, too. I think that’s very cool.

I look forward to more of your stories. I will read them. And I will see the work you do with your camera when you are ready. You will publish it all here, I hope.

Peace to you, again: inside and out, too.

Colette