Along the rail tracks is a commercial district with overgrown greenery, perfect type of camping spot that I used to look for.
It's been over 14 years since I lived outdoors and I still check out my surroundings to see if there is a place to sleep where I would be safe if I didn't have a home to return to.
I was walking back to the MAX in the rain and was stopped by a couple who were pretty wet and asking for help to get a ticket to get to a friend's house and out of the weather. I had a five and gave it to them - the story doesn't matter - I had it and was willing to give it, so I did. They were very grateful. I told them that I had been homeless for 8 years and hoped that they were someday able to make the change for themselves that I had made for myself.
There's always hope, even if I still scan for a safe place to sleep.
4 comments:
I'm glad you shared your experience. I've missed reading your stories. I'm glad that you could be an encouragement to that couple. I don't think there would be anything that would give more hope than to know and see someone who has been there. It's funny. I've never been homeless, but I have some homeless friends/acquaintances and I find myself doing the same as you- looking to see where would be safe- where would I go if I were on the streets- where is everyone tonight- especially when it's cold or raining.
Hi Barbara --
Glad I found you again! I knew you from a yahoo list. Glad to see you are still around and still sharing your stories.
All the best,
Coralee
Thanks for sharing your memories. We all have so much to learn.
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