My dad is doing this out of the kindness of his heart. These are some big fish, and my dad could easily sell them at a profit. The elder Wright said he just enjoys bringing smiles to the faces of men and women who are having a hard time in life. The result has been a sense of mutual respect between Wright and all of his neighbors, regardless of their station in life. Wright, for instance, owns a classic 1967 Pontiac Bonneville.
Nobody messes with it.
They keep an eye on the garden, too, because they know that what's growing is partly for them. Mr. Wright represents the spirit of our community. He tries to guide young men the right way and instill a sense of pride in them. Quite a few of the young men he has helped over the years have recovered from their addictions and gone on to become painters and landscapers, independent and self-respecting citizens. And for the hardest cases, Wright never gives up.