Poco, that is quite an eye-opening story and sorry you had to go through this. About five years ago there was an article in our local paper about the plight of a homeless woman. The article centered on her living conditions under an overpass. Her belongings so meager. Her physique so gaunt looking. She was laying to sleep on a cardboard box with just the clothes she had on her back. No blanket to cover with on one of the hardest freezes we had that year. Her gaunt little body couldn't handle the temperatures and she died. She was only 23 years old. Each winter I think of this young woman and how sad that in this day and age she had no one who cared. Since then I put backpacks together for the homeless. I carry two in my van, one with female items and one for men. It doesn't take much to make a difference in someone's life. When I travel into town I'll take my time looking for the homeless offering them the backpacks. I shop at garage sales for winter jackets, and other warm clothing. Sometimes I luck out and find blankets and pillows. Just remember one thing too, 25% of all homeless people are veterans. Now that is truly sad. Everybody needs a friend and I try to do my best. Thanks for sharing your story with us. Glad things have turned around for you.
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