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THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM <br />In our lives, we will face trials of many kinds. We often deal with these problems by ignoring <br />them or pushing the issues aside. <br />Unfortunately, our problems continue to grow as they remain unaddressed. They can grow to <br />the point of becoming the "Elephant in the Room" in our lives. <br />The "Elephant in the Room" refers to the point where our problems become so big to tackle, <br />we no longer know where to begin addressing them. Daily, they take up a huge amount of <br />space in our minds and hearts. It's time to make room... <br />There's a better way. What if we were able to see beauty in the Elephant? What if we shifted <br />our perspective and ran towards the "Elephants in our Rooms" with a faith knowing that there's <br />freedom on the other side. Let's "Look Again" and see the beauty in things perceived as broken. <br />Brian Peterson <br />Founder of Faces of Santa Ana <br />BOLD AS A LION <br />With a roar as loud and thunder, and the gentleness and quietness of a cat, the lion embodies <br />the problem solving boldness we all possess. This boldness and power is complemented by <br />meekness and gentleness. Together, you are appointed, King of the Jungle. <br />What if we understood the authority we were created to stand in? <br />What if our city's problems didn't intimidate us, but activated us all with a roaring power to <br />step into new areas to love? <br />We as a community are kings and queens. Let this piece be a reminder of the leadership we are <br />called into. The painting is divided in half with color. There's a warm and a cool side. They <br />represent the duality of a good leader. It's you and me. And like a cat, carefully balance and <br />walk the line between power and gentleness. In doing so, help others, and help transform the <br />lives around you and in our city of Santa Ana. <br />Brian Peterson <br />Founder of Faces of Santa Ana <br />