Kris Roehling

Kris R

Kris Roehling

I'm traveling on a Big Trip from Seattle to Indianapolis by way of Tijuana. I'm visiting old friends, new friends, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and Day Worker's Centers down the West Coast and along the Southern Border of the US.



North America » United States » Oregon » Portland January 7th 2010

I was nervous as I tried to find parking near VOZ. I had called and I knew they were expecting me, but still, I was concerned that I would just be taking up their time. While waiting for a stop light, I saw the first of what would be many instances of a truck pulling up to a corner. This was a corner near the VOZ Worker Center, but about 1 block away. The truck slowed, but didn't stop. Encouraged by the possibility, the men took off in a sprint towards the vehicle with a refrigerator tied in the back. With an intensity that would shame or honor any high-pressure salesman, they honed in on the windows of the truck. Within a few seconds, a few of the men were in the truck and driving away. ... read more




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