Fireworks on the River

You know, I really love Savannah.  I think the weather is great here and the people are charming and the buildings and moss covered trees are gorgeous.  I feel in love with this place about 10 minutes after being here and, even though I have seen some of the uglier sides of this town, I am becoming devoted to the future of Savannah.  I always say I love Savannah, and I can't wait for her to love me back.  I want to do something to help this town live up to the promise of its better angels. 

Recently I was presented with the opportunity to apply for a position on the Savannah/Chatham Authority for the Homeless' board of directors.  I am going for the position and, Lord willing, I will get on the board.   I hope to be able to help bring real and lasting change to the plight of the Homeless in Chatham County.  The promise of this town is becoming a real, personal thing for me and I truly believe that we can all take the steps together to grow this promise in the hearts of all of the residents here in Savannah.

Savannah is a beautiful city, in parts.  We put our best foot forward for the tourists.  We show them our museums and our legendary homes and picturesque landscapes.  Heck, we even shoot off fireworks the first Friday of every month down on River Street.  And these visitors are impressed.  But what if we took the same care and pride in making sure that all the residents of Savannah felt pride in Savannah?  What a day of celebration that would be! 

I believe in the better angels of your nature Savannah, I trust that you will rise to the call and help bring about necessary change to your most forsaken citizenry.  Together we can strip away the stigma of Homelessness and begin the real, focused and yes difficult process to help everyone feel the love that Savannah gives so willingly to even the guests that come here.  Wow, that will really be a great day to set off fireworks on River Street!