“Mary’s Shelter has helped me to believe in myself. Before coming here, I didn’t think I could do it.  I had no idea how to care for myself and certainly not someone else.  I learned how to organize my life.  I learned to cook, clean and budget.  I knew God loved me but I spent no time with Him.  Now I know I am wanted, I am loved and I can do it.  It’s not always fun but life isn’t always fun either.  I stayed, I got everything I could from the program and the people and now I am sure I can do this on my own.”