A Journey of Resilience: Overcoming Addiction and Homelessness
I’m 33, turning 34 this year. I’m a recovering addict, now in my fifth year of sobriety. About 15 years ago, I lost my flat in Hatfield and found myself homeless. I decided to move to Great Yarmouth, but that decision only deepened my struggles. In hindsight, I wish I had stayed in Hertfordshire, but […]
Strength Unbroken: A Journey of Courage and Survival
My journey is a long one which will never really end. I have two grown-up children, an amazing job, and a very happy home. Reflecting on where I am now, I see a path paved with fight and courage, a testament to how much I am capable of enduring and overcoming.
From Darkness to Dawn: A Journey of Resilience and Hope
The morning sun filtered through the thin curtains of my small bedroom, casting a soft glow on the sleeping forms huddled together. I lay in bed with my two children, nestled against me. The serenity of the moment was a stark contrast to the turmoil that had engulfed our lives just a few months ago. Every breath they took, every small movement they made, was a reminder of the strength and resilience that we had found within ourselves.
A Journey Through the Lens: How the Emmaus Project Transformed My Life
I was one of the participants in the Emmaus Journey project, and to say it’s been life-changing would be an understatement. Before I found my way to this project, I was in a dark place. Homelessness was a reality I never thought I’d face, and it stripped away so much of my confidence and sense […]
Finding My Vision: Lee’s Journey Through Photography
Being part of the Emmaus Journey project was really good for me. Before this, I didn’t think much about taking pictures. I only ever used a cheap camera or my phone to take snaps, nothing serious. But then I got the chance to use a proper camera and learn how to take real photos. It […]