Thursday, June 28, 2007 Everyday Heroes
"Your job is a manifestation of your spirit in the physical world. You can pretend that this is not the case, basically ignore it, or you can consciously claim it. You get to choose."
— Ric Giardina

Homeless Shelter Gets Extreme Makeover

Homeless Shelter Gets Extreme Makeover
When a friend asked her to help women battling homelessness and abuse, Terry Grahl made a visit to their shelter. "It was as if the room was screaming out, 'Save me!' I knew I had found my calling -- a passion and purpose which, I was sure would lead to the transformation of, not just a room, but the lives of many women." Grahl, an interior designer who owns Terry's Enchanted Cottage in Taylor, believes cozy surroundings not only inspire, but help us thrive. And the mother of four isn't one to turn down a big project. Says Grahl, "I don't know the meaning of a simple makeover -- especially not for a place like this. To 30 women, this one room is home -- the place where they can start over and make a difference in their lives."

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