The reasons why I became homeless are many.
Back in 2008 I lost my two children to state custody and have had a hard time getting them back. This increased my stress levels and emotional issues.
Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, I had various hotel and restaurant jobs. However, employment in the South was very hard to maintain due to the tough fluctuating job market.
In 2016, I had the experience of seeing a large group of homeless people disappearing. Some died. That experience led me to fear for my life and come to Washington, D.C. for safety.
I am still struggling to survive in some areas, but I have met some wonderful community people and priests since I have been in D.C.
I enjoy working for Street Sense Media because it puts a positive and informative spin on various homeless issues as well as providing economic opportunities for the needy in our communities.