tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post4548721032254046588..comments2023-07-05T08:04:35.813-05:00Comments on TECHNOBABE'S ADVENTURES: Homelessness Hit HomeCiCihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615265608675467505noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-45065211694112471802010-02-26T17:25:10.449-06:002010-02-26T17:25:10.449-06:00So poignant, and authentic, and full of grace.
I&#...So poignant, and authentic, and full of grace.<br />I've clicked here from Beth, and just reading through a bit.<br /><br />Your blog is the real deal. Thank you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15924061349390319473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-63712452843385960342010-02-01T14:55:00.060-06:002010-02-01T14:55:00.060-06:00I volunteered at a homeless shelter for a few year...I volunteered at a homeless shelter for a few years. It was an eye opening experience. Many were mentally ill substance abusers. Every time I went I came aware with a heavy heart.Sydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05642843245634635843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-16633553937542774052010-01-30T19:45:11.009-06:002010-01-30T19:45:11.009-06:00thanks for sharing this TechnoBabe...take carethanks for sharing this TechnoBabe...take careWayne Pitchkohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15376196523487344143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-3971571423860249862010-01-30T00:59:03.116-06:002010-01-30T00:59:03.116-06:00Wow, that is an amazing story. It makes me feel sp...Wow, that is an amazing story. It makes me feel spoiled about my own life. I maybe have no money for clothes :)(i don't, i hardly ever buy clothes) But i have been pampered all my life. And i promise i will never whine again. if you knew what i was really crying about last month. At the same time, in this blogging way i feel you helped me pull through.jozienhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10212900310477832041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-10212844517452309952010-01-28T23:14:25.527-06:002010-01-28T23:14:25.527-06:00I'm glad it all worked out for you. One never ...I'm glad it all worked out for you. One never knows what others are going through until we walk in those shoes. And it's a great thing we don't have to in certain situations but that doesn't mean we can't get our hearts in gear and help our fellow man. You have a very kind heart. Your story was touching.<br /><br />Thank you, too, for stopping bye Wonderland and leaving your kind comment. I'm looking forward to your stories. :-)Dorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05953973448175171825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-65306209530400001192010-01-28T23:06:22.894-06:002010-01-28T23:06:22.894-06:00An excellent reflection on homelessness - a story...An excellent reflection on homelessness - a story well told! Thank you for sharing!!African Refugeeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581134958316667506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-81057438119967028192010-01-28T21:09:53.215-06:002010-01-28T21:09:53.215-06:00It's good that you were able to get the assist...It's good that you were able to get the assistance needed when you needed it the most. That is sometimes the hardest part, matching need with supply. Congratulations for being able to recover and move on with life.<br /><br />I had a friend in college that couldn't/wouldn't stay on his bipolar meds. In spite of all we, the police, the hospital, etc. tried to do to help, he eventually died homeless and derelict in a strange city. It has served as a reminder to treat all well - you never know the true back story.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08027973862125764895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-83948681076221444502010-01-28T19:59:45.438-06:002010-01-28T19:59:45.438-06:00I agree with the above commenters/followers about ...I agree with the above commenters/followers about this post and what it says about you and others too. <br /><br />also thanks for getting me to put the google followers gadget up on my blog.Bill Lislemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15187273560129198423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-39196101630740331882010-01-28T19:41:33.190-06:002010-01-28T19:41:33.190-06:00I'm so glad that I dropped by to visit you her...I'm so glad that I dropped by to visit you here. Wow! What an inspiring post! You are amazing... and so kind :) I'm looking forward to reading more in your blog.<br /><br />Thanks for visiting me and leaving your thoughtful comments, i appreciate it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-29482694638633535242010-01-28T19:05:39.821-06:002010-01-28T19:05:39.821-06:00This is such an eye-opener. I see homeless people ...This is such an eye-opener. I see homeless people in the skyways on my walk in to the office every day, especially during the winter months when everyone is trying to stay warm. I always want to do something, but struggle with offending someone. Now it seems silly to me that I even thought offering a small bit of help would feel offensive.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-9035034598968070332010-01-28T18:13:03.262-06:002010-01-28T18:13:03.262-06:00I'm sorry I haven't been around much for y...I'm sorry I haven't been around much for you. You've been such a good friend to me. <br /><br />Your story really touched my heart. I really feel for those who are homeless. I actually left home when I was about 15. I lived with my best friend for a couple of weeks and when I called home to check in my mom told me to "Pack your shit and move out. You haven't been home for 2 weeks." I went home and patched things up with her but I still didn't want to be at my home and I felt homeless at a very young age. <br /><br />You rock and I'll try to be around more for you. No promises though. My life is extremely busy right now.<br /><br />Sending you big hugs!!Green-Eyed Momsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10175981627284967050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-16484085603314101702010-01-28T17:07:24.994-06:002010-01-28T17:07:24.994-06:00Hi again. Just wanted to thank you for your though...Hi again. Just wanted to thank you for your thoughts on my question. I really value your comments and perspective. And you are right about my sponsor. I'm very fortunate.Kathy M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17266701533758183054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-47052662446704370562010-01-27T18:14:25.003-06:002010-01-27T18:14:25.003-06:00Thank you so very much for sharing your story. Yo...Thank you so very much for sharing your story. You have helped others less fortunate with your kindness. Your story is amazing and I thank you so much for sharing. It has opened my eyes as well as my heart! Thank you.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07360476402810561433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-42210425455588790972010-01-27T17:27:36.894-06:002010-01-27T17:27:36.894-06:00They have a shelter in the county here for abused ...They have a shelter in the county here for abused women. I don't know how long the women can stay there though. And they have a homeless shelter in Ann Arbor too. Don't know if there's any homeless in our small town but there are some characters who look like they would fit right in with that group.Big Dave Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18363712781308133633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-90144022922394694502010-01-27T15:01:28.715-06:002010-01-27T15:01:28.715-06:00One thing about a tough upbringing, it sure teache...One thing about a tough upbringing, it sure teaches you empathy. My goodness girl, you are such a shining surviver. <br /><br />Such a well written piece, and so very wise!Shrinkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18401403773851253351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-22571464298298693402010-01-27T14:40:23.269-06:002010-01-27T14:40:23.269-06:00Thank you for revealing yourself.Thank you for revealing yourself.Claudya Martinezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17034216831504207496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-89790153838804200722010-01-27T10:31:09.110-06:002010-01-27T10:31:09.110-06:00What a moving story. Thank you for sharing this w...What a moving story. Thank you for sharing this with us. I think it is important for us all to understand that homelessness can happen to anyone.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480046958714954128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-60082580404574430682010-01-27T01:05:34.566-06:002010-01-27T01:05:34.566-06:00I am powerfully aware of the homeless in the past ...I am powerfully aware of the homeless in the past year and will do what I can, when I can. I see them and I care!Unspokenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16065870952905767595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-15154564847800325522010-01-27T00:06:11.101-06:002010-01-27T00:06:11.101-06:00Wow Techno, that was a powerful post and beautiful...Wow Techno, that was a powerful post and beautifully written. It made my heart ache for you but after all that you've been through, life has not harden you and your heart is generous and full. Life really has been an adventure for you.<br /><br />Thanks for the tip on The Little Red Wagon Foundation. I will check it out next.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing your story with us.<br />xoJoanna Jenkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10836376588710862173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-86989652661987558472010-01-26T21:07:17.377-06:002010-01-26T21:07:17.377-06:00Amazing post TechnoBabe. Thank you for sharing it...Amazing post TechnoBabe. Thank you for sharing it with us.Casey Freelandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01258967374124497696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-63801678003607280052010-01-26T19:15:55.983-06:002010-01-26T19:15:55.983-06:00This post speaks to my heart. My son has been home...This post speaks to my heart. My son has been homeless several times (the cardboard box kind) due to not getting meds for his bipolar (no insurance) and then serious addiction/alcohol issues. He is alive today through the kindness of strangers such as yourself. I truly feel obligated to pay it forward, a karmic debt, if you will. I posted on it http://brokenheartedmom.blogspot.com/2008/04/thank-you.htmlLouhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09496172669599418214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-23768795377189979832010-01-26T17:30:42.187-06:002010-01-26T17:30:42.187-06:00I feel blessed to have found your blog. The more o...I feel blessed to have found your blog. The more of your story you share, the more I like you and respect your path. I love the story about the care packages and hugs. Thank you.Kathy M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17266701533758183054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-12239280817515827152010-01-26T16:10:44.897-06:002010-01-26T16:10:44.897-06:00Thanks for sharing your story. I'm glad you w...Thanks for sharing your story. I'm glad you were able to find a relatively nice place to stay, I hear so many horror stories about homeless shelters and how so many homeless would rather live out on the streets because the shelters are more dangerous to them.<br />My kids and I used to make sandwiches for the homeless and then walk New York city blocks and parks handing them out, and when the kids were on Christmas break from school we would go and hand out gloves, scarfs, hats, and socks. <br />I haven't done it in years now though, I think it's time I started again.<br />Thanks.<br /><br />I also read your last post, and I've been feeling so nostalgic for the 'good old days' I've even done a post or two on it and I was planning to do a 'Monday Memories' post each week, but I think I'll be taking a blogging break for awhile. Maybe when I come back.<br /><br />Great posts!<br />All the best,<br />EileenEileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13679894230965874631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-39715941125547217742010-01-26T15:40:32.140-06:002010-01-26T15:40:32.140-06:00TechnoBabe, I am glad you and Hubby managed to dea...TechnoBabe, I am glad you and Hubby managed to deal with the situation. I also am glad that you have such a strong voice. Your experiences speak volumes. Take care.Cindy https://www.blogger.com/profile/03552572705763406197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4713908623268184440.post-28519193231441051902010-01-26T14:49:38.714-06:002010-01-26T14:49:38.714-06:00I agree with Eternally D. I loved the way you told...I agree with Eternally D. I loved the way you told your story. And your idea of packaging items for the homeless is fantastic. I will borrow it if you don't mind.<br /><br />You and hubby have come along way. I'm sure it was a lot of work but you are making it. Good for both of you.Ronda Laveenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902846545309643023noreply@blogger.com