
She
Lived in
The field all
Under the tree.
A tent, plastic bags
With lots of smelly mess.
People complained because
They did not want to look at her
She made them feel uncomfortable
She swore, made mess but what was her story.
Why
Is she
Now living
In a doorway
Come rain come or shine.
Two sleeping bags she owns.
A teddy,some plastic bags.
A note says "I lost my baby"
Her sad eyes say that this is so true
Where is the helping hand, where's kindness gone.

So many homeless people on our streets. They have become invisible, we pass them daily yet we don’t always see them. There was a young woman who lived in the field where I walk Ruby. She and her male friend had a couple of tents under one of the trees.

I did keep away as they could be abusive and I was worried that Ruby being a Labrador would eat something she shouldn’t. They slept in the field at night and during the day they sat in an empty doorway near one of the banks. I used to talk to her in the town , buy her a coffee. There was a deep sadness in her she had lost a baby and I really felt for her.
He disappeared first, now she is gone, they have been replaced by others. I wonder where they are.
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I do not know who this man is but I have used his face more than once when writing about compassion. There is something in his eyes that reach out telling his story pain, grief rejection it is all there!
I used his face last at Christmas while I was talking about Crisis at Christmas . Crisis is the National Charity for single hopeless people. They are dedicated to helping people and giving them a chane to change their lifeโs for the better, to give them hope.
The Charity works all year round of course but they also do Crisis at Christmas. Volunteers spend a fortnight cooking, providing a warm place to stay for those lost and lonely people. They give them new clothes, a hair cut and also help them to change their lives if they want to. They help with finding somewhere to live or a job interview .
They show real compassion they help and they are unpaid and they really make a difference.

Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:29:02
Beautiful worded sentiments sis ๐๐๐ฝ
Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:30:12
Thank you Sis, homelessness is the modern epidemic and it’s so sad.๐
Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:32:57
Truly ๐๐๐
Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:36:31
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Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:40:24
His eyes show a lot, as most eyes do. Great post.
Nov 22, 2019 @ 21:41:55
I love that photo, I have used it more than once when speaking of homelessness. As you say his eyes say it all. The window to his soul ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:21:24
This is so often the neglected issue. Great post.
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:44:05
Thank you ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:46:46
Youโre welcome ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:48:51
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Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:48:32
Thank you it is indeed a modern plague๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:51:18
It is. And itโs so sad.
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:51:48
Sadly there seems no cure ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:58:18
Thatโs true. We have gotten used to seeing them around that just a few people notice them
Nov 23, 2019 @ 01:59:47
Everywhere I go every town or city has it homeless “problem” ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 02:52:01
I have seen them too
Nov 23, 2019 @ 02:52:52
Sadly we can’t miss them ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 02:58:24
I agree.
Nov 23, 2019 @ 03:09:45
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Nov 23, 2019 @ 05:19:41
This is so sad, Willow. We have thousands of street people here. The economy is in decline and the number seems to be growing daily.
Nov 23, 2019 @ 09:44:39
I know Robbie it’s a terrible state of affairs everywhere ๐
Nov 23, 2019 @ 08:58:21
What a sad but lovely post Willow. I live in a Harbour town so donโt ever see anyone living out on the streets, but I know when I worked and stayed in Edinburgh years ago there were homeless people right along Princess Street. Their faces were somehow showing their stories in a sense. Like yourself, I would put some money down or buy a hot drink. Others unfortunately I was apprehensive about approaching and sadly I couldnโt help them all. Itโs become much worse over the years and these wonderful volunteers go out day and night to help as much as they can.
Itโs a sad situation in todayโs society and yet there are so many empty properties that could be turned into flats/ or hostel like accommodation. I also feel others may think that most of these homeless people are on drugs/alcohol or choose to do this but truth of the matter is there should be more support out there for those who want to change their lives. Iโve even known professional people whoโve ended up on the streets but Iโd say we could all play a part to help whether big or small it all helps. Some of these people have fell upon hard times through no fault of their own. I hope there are more schemes like the one you mentioned but the government and councils need to tackle this more but sadly it may become worse before it gets better. Thank you for highlighting this sad and honest situation and blessings to those everywhere who are struggling.
Human kindness doesnโt have to cost much. Even hello and a smile can go a long way to making someone feel better.
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Nov 23, 2019 @ 15:38:27
Hi Michelle I will reply asap๐๐๐๐
Nov 26, 2019 @ 10:11:05
A seasonal, Christmas tree-shaped reminder that the season isn’t festive for everyone.
Nov 26, 2019 @ 10:23:43
Yes indeed sadly true ๐