On Being Homeless.

[LaStrega]

Actually I've been homeless since August, 2011. But back then, I had a couch upon which I could 'crash' etc. Me and my cats. I have four. Mama and her three babes. If I talk more of that I swear I'll start bawling here in the Des Moines Downtown Library ... and I'm not. gonna. do. that. now.

I found a safe warm place for my babies. And I'm now in a shelter. Thank ... everything ... Gods Goddesses Grandmothers Grandfathers Mom Becca ... I've got a warm bed in which to sleep at night.

I want here to say a hearty THANK YOU!!! to all of the churches and the volunteers and those blessed beautiful folks who come into a shelter and feed us. I feel ... oh gosh. It is difficult for me, not because I'm fortunate enough to still be employed etc. But more because so many persons who are here with me are just down on their luck, as am I. And there are some seriously crazy batshit need more help than a hot meal.

My apartment is available March 1. Me and my babies are gonna be there.

I will not forget my experience here. I'm loath to admit where I am, not because I'm embarrassed, simply because I don't want people to drive by as we smokers stand on the patio outside the shelter, gazing upon the buildings and lights of DSM downtown ... and

Looking up.

[Angry Dragon]

1. I am glad that life is looking better

and that you are able to live with your kids...............

[Bluerthanblue]

2. I'm so glad

that you have found an apartment will be reunited with your kitties.

The only 'shame' that should ever be associated with homelessness is the fact that in this country of plenty and promise, it exists.
thanks for sharing this-

wishing you the best.

[Phentex]

3. I hope things only get better for you!

I hope you will keep updating as you can.

[Mnemosyne]

4. I am so glad to hear this, LS!

Best of luck to you and the Kittehs!

[Odin2005]

5. Whatever happened to Bobbolink???

[BanzaiBonnie]

12. It's my undertanding that she refused help

when it was offered to her.

I think of her and say a prayer.

[bleever]

6. Best wishes to you

for better and better days ahead!

[niyad]

7. so glad to hear that things are looking up, and that you and your babies will be together soon.

may this be the start of much better things.

[mdmc]

8. thanks for the OP

[emilyg]

9. May God rain blessings on you.

[Remember Me]

10. Thank heaven you're employed and have just a few more days until

you get your own apartment. What a horrible time this must've been for you.

Stay safe, and sane. Things will get better yet.

[unionworks]

11. Hugs and pets

To you and kitties! Keep us updated!

[mdmc]

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[unkachuck]

14. K&R....n/t

[mdmc]

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