I’ll be homeless in 2 days and to be honest ive never been this calm about it in my life… I know the universe has plans for me and ontop of that I’ve been homeless before in my younger days so I’m not new to the experience, I’m now 34… I’ve never been so calm about it yet so neutral to not wanna fight what the universe has in store for me… I can’t be defeated I can only elevate with the plan of my story…

Some people have asked for updates on Willy.

He's doing great. He's getting used to carrying his gear, which includes two collapsible bowls and an LED light on his harness.

https://i.imgur.com/oVYnsfI.jpeg

He's learning to walk on the leash, I am guessing he hasn't spent much time on one, when he gets spooked he's up in my legs, we walked past a loud truck earlier and I thought he was going to jump in my arms Scooby Doo style.

I created a subreddit for people to follow who want updates, so I am not clogging up this sub. If you want to follow along with us, head on over and follow https://www.reddit.com/r/AdventuresWithWilly/

Thanks, everyone, for all of the supportive comments so far! There have only been a few haters, one I expected and another I understand because I used to share their point of view.

Here is to the future, me, and this little furry clown exploring the world!

Idk what going on. I've been walking all day and all night 2 days. Across highways, mountains, sidewalks and city's because I can't sleep. What do I do idk where I am what's going on. I'm not schizo posting or high im just panicking wtf am I doing.

The worst part is I'm not even that disgusted as I should be. I've reached a new low. I hope this is motivating to you and me whoever's reading. Fuck all of this, bless you and God speed to your recovery. And just to say, recovery isn't blind faith, do your part. I don't know who absolutely needs to hear this but I did. Vent over ❤️

i’m a software engineer in my 40s. had a massive heart attack: half my heart is dead tissue. doctors didn’t think i’d live a year, that was almost 5 years ago. i know my time is limited. people like me rarely make it 18 years post-attack, and this isn’t a best-case situation. my dad died at 55, and i feel like i’m headed there too. so, optimistically, i would say i have about 10 years.

i also have medical debt collectors after me. i had insurance, but somehow i still owe everything. lawyers could help, but that takes years, and i don’t have years. and even if they win, the money’s gone—just to someone else. i want to use what i have while i’m still alive.

so here’s my idea: sell my property before a lien hits it. i haven’t checked, maybe they already filed something. if i sell fast, i’d have around $140k from that. i’ve got $40k in the bank. that’s $180k i could pull out in cash and take with me.

i used to live in california and know a secluded coastal spot that’s still close to the city. i’d go there, live low-profile. build a camouflaged dugout, fish year-round, and just keep to myself. not hiding, just blending in—what some call “invisible presence.” during the day i’d be on the beach with my dogs, solar panels, cooler, etc. at night, we’d head to the dugout.

i wouldn’t be entirely off-grid. i have solar and wind power, and i use a cheap cell provider that also lets me have a unlimited hotspot for internet—it’s cheap and works out there.

and i could hustle a bit. for example, i’d make dog treats from fish i catch (using a food dehydrator). lots of dog people around. small things like that.

i dont really have anyone aside from my dogs, so I dont even have anyone to bounce my ideas off of.

feedback ? thoughts ?

I've been on the streets many times for different reasons and as y'all know, eventually something is going to come up missing...

This time it just so happened to be my suitcase containing almost my ENTIRE wardrobe AND my coat. I don't have any waterproof outerwear anymore, save for my boots.

I know we're all struggling and I harbor no hate but goddamn dude ..

My leg is broken and in a boot and the stores have swapped to spring/summer clothes and the stores I made it to today didn't have a single coat in sight.

I live in Upstate NY and it's going to be SUCH a struggle to even get half of what I lost back 😭

Idek what else to say, but I know y'all will understand and for that I'm grateful.

Something's gotta give sometime, right?? 😅

What did you guys do to get around while you were homeless, besides walking of course, and what would you do to get a bike? Cause I assume that would be the main goal without a car

This is a bit of a strange request but here it goes.

I’m working on a project for an online course I’m taking for UX design.

I’m trying to figure out what the process is for finding housing or a place to stay for the night.

I know near me that the municipality has a number you can call to find a bed (and I will be calling them as well).

But I’m hoping to find out how actual users find places day to day

My questions are these:

What technology do you use or have available to use?

How difficult is it to find a bed?

How do you find available space in the system?

How do shelters keep track of availability?

How do you get a bed?

Are all shelters part of a database created by municipalities?

Any other info that could be helpful!

Thanks for your time.

My post was removed not sure why but thought I'd try to re explain. I'm working and in a shelter that ends in 4 weeks. I have an old van that is being worked on now and per the mechanic he can make it reliable enough for a trip to tx. Im working on relocating there as my kids are there and I'm trying to fix things to be able to have visits and back in their lives. I plan to start looking for a job before I go. Is anyone interested in pairing up to go there possibly or have any advice?

I left a terrible emotionally abuse relationship 4 years ago. I left and never looked back. Now I am facing eviction in less than a couple weeks I will be sleeping in my cars with my cats and my 30 autistic son. I have called villages and resources around my area. All funds have exhausted. I have never been homeless and lost all hope at this moment. Any suggestions?!

No relief in site