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187 - Citizen Spotlight: The Spire

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May 1, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Saad's Spire Story

  • Saad Ibrahim, an artist, chisels ancient verses onto the Brown Stone Spire, discovering their meaning as he carves.
  • He found purpose in this work after losing his job, family, and partner, Hollis Templeton.
INSIGHT

Finding Purpose

  • Saad's journey involved switching from engineering to religious studies, ultimately finding his passion in sculpture.
  • He realized meaning is subjective, choosing to see his carvings as expressions of his purpose.
ANECDOTE

Spire Life

  • Saad's artistic journey started unexpectedly with a sculpture class, despite his lack of prior experience.
  • Life on the Spire is routine, with mail, a breakroom, and Wendy's-related memos.
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