Today began exactly like most days. Wherever I slept last night is the place I need to leave. It is hot outside. I am 54 yrs old. I feel tired..sick. After more than 2 yrs of homelessness, I am numb. I use a donated bus ticket to go where other homeless people are. They share information about where or how to get food. I go into buildings to get water if it is available. The day is a repeat of many, many days before. I feel hopeless. Don't know how to climb out by now. The streets are my home. I need a shower, but have no place to do that and no hygiene products. I used to be so attractive. Would never leave home without having my hair and make up done...clothes clean and appearance was manicured. Now, when I see myself in the mirror, I don't recognize me.
I am vulnerable as a homeless person, especially because I am female. I have not been assaulted, but have been ridiculed and been afraid.
Today is more of the same. Survival is primary concern.
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Please do not allow your outside to have an effect on your inside.
You are altogether beautiful, my darling, beautiful in every way.
(Song of Solomon 4:7)
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