Eugene and Suzie live in a world of polluted beaches, angry neighbours, and abandoned streets. Beauty hides in rockpools, and behind back fences, but only Suzie can see it – until she makes an extraordinary footprint that changes everything. Transformation is possible.

Eugene rushes and causes all sorts of trouble. Suzie is usually too late to intervene. But good timing sees Suzie save Eugene’s old shoes. She listens carefully then takes one slow step. The Footprint warns about going too fast and being too late. Timing is everything.

It’s Suzie’s gentle approach that leads to a positive impact. She considers different perspectives, proceeds with caution, and is persistent and courageous. We need to care urgently and proactively.

Eugene takes no responsibility for his actions, and always blames his shoes for his mistakes. He puts them through suffering for his own selfish adventures, ignores their warnings, and – despite their potential - discards and replaces them. We need to be accountable and listen to what is ignored.

The same thing that’s used to cause harm – Eugene’s shoes – is used to create beauty. Trash becomes treasure in The Footprint, commenting on the potential of the discarded. We have the resources we need - we need to repurpose what we have for good.

Eugene never noticed anything, until he was struck by the beauty of Suzie’s Footprint. Suzie’s approach gave way to something so extraordinary that even Eugene couldn’t ignore it. We can inspire others through example, awe, and wonder.