Jewel is also a single Mom. She has two daughters, Scarlett (5) and Violet (3). A lesson in how one’s circumstances can change in a heartbeat, Jewel went from being a successful skin care professional with her own salon in Marin, to living in a safe house, where she and her daughters sought refuge from daily abuse, taking with them only the clothes they were wearing.
When we got to their home, they had couches and a rug for their living room that a friend had given them but there was nowhere to eat or do homework. They didn’t have dishes or cookware. Jewel had a bed and dresser, but only makeshift sheets. The girls didn’t have a bed so they slept in their mom’s bed.
The family was so excited when they got home. The first thing they saw was their lovely dining area, which could double as an arts and crafts table. The girls rushed off to see their new bedroom, where they found stuffed animals and girly comforters on their brand new bunk beds.
The girls loved Mom’s newly outfitted bed, too. Looks like she may still have to share once in a while. All three were so excited – and thankful – for their “new” place.
To our incredible volunteers and to our awesome donors. You can see the tremendous impact you have had on these families! Thanks to you, they will now get a fresh start in a beautiful, safe and peaceful home.
And as always, we could do none of this without the gift of CHIPMAN RELOCATION AND LOGISTICS.
Our next gathering is at CLAIRE’S HOUSE a living community of love, hope and healing for girls ages 12-17 who are recovering from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Learn more here.
With much gratitude,
The Grateful Gatherings Marin Team
