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This sink and mirror is attached to the outside wall of a portable shower on a trailer which is moved from place to place as Tent City 3 of Seattle moves. This reflects their current location from Jan 21, 2012 for 60 days, at Seattle Pacific University. They are camped in the middle of the University's athletic field and running track. Prior to having this great shower, it was necessary for residents to use public facilities at various location which often charged them and was not always available. Sometimes is required riding the bus to take a shower. This setup is so convenient and everyone loves it.

Life in Tent City 3 is like life anywhere and for those who can afford it, their hobbies are packed along with other household items.

After several rainy, cold days a welcomed sunny day provides Tent City 3 residents an opportunity to dry out.

Like many cities around the world, the extreme contrasts of life are all around us. Tent City 3 now resides in the middle of Seattle Pacific University's athletic field which happen to border a public walking path along the ship canal where private and commercial boats transit between Lake Union and Puget Sound. The extreme contrast of two cultures grabbed my attention today as just for an instant this scene unfolded.

Tent City 3 residents have a strong loyalty to each other and a sense of family is a major part of life within the camp. Like any normal family, a pet makes life enjoyable and soften the discomforts of everyday life.