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Re: Pat
Lisa is the reason I am still breathing. In the story I am currently posting, I wrote that I was on the verge of causing my death. She saved my life and continues to make my life worthwhile.
posted by
BigV
on July 30, 2024 at 2:15 PM
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Re- TAPS - The homeless and what we are doing
I'm with you. Lisa and I have never really discussed this with anyone else, and I'm not saying it now for 'the applause.'
While we do not have enough room in the house to take in 'homeless' people, we help them. We have a small shed in our backyard that we cleaned up and refurbished enough to provide space for up to four people - usually a small family. We've had several men who have their own camping gear who will sleep in our side yard under some big bushes.
Our house was set up oddly. The bathroom is in the southwest corner of the enclosed porch. The door off that porch is open to the bathroom facilities/shower. We leave four older towels there for 'general use. The door into the kitchen exits to the right as you come inside the house. That door is always locked.
We have a mini-fridge there that holds a few generic sodas, some bread, and a jar of peanut butter. It's not meant to be a sophisticated dining area. It is an emergency assistance place. It is an unusual night when we do not have at least five people in our yard. last night, there were seven.
We have rules, and we expect them to be followed. Rule #1 clearly says: IF YOU TOUCH OR INTIMIDATE MY WIFE, YOU WILL NOT BE AROUND LONG ENOUGH TO TALK TO THE POLICE. Everyone knows Buster is a heartbeat away, and while he is always gentle, hurting 'mama' is gonna be a problem for you.
We have a firepit people can use to get warm or to dispose of their trash. I also have an older microwave on the porch that anyone can use.
We have never had a problem here. The people who are here, out of circumstances, protect us from the people who might be here to hurt or steal from us.
My father taught me to LIVE my religion, not talk about it. What we are doing is helping those who can't help themselves. In return, I hope God will see fit to forgive me for a few errors of judgment along the highway of Life.
We have whites, blacks, Asians, and Hispanics here on a steady basis. The local cops will occasionally wander along the side of our property to make sure all is good.
Again, I'm not telling you this for the accolades.
V
posted by
BigV
on July 30, 2024 at 2:11 PM
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Heat is on the menu for here today also....
.....and for the rest of the week. Makes me feel for the homeless anywhere trying to adjust.
posted by
TAPS.
on July 30, 2024 at 8:39 AM
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Love the way she convinces you to see things her way - like not getting dressed before she walks into your workroom... Gotta love that girl!
posted by
Pat_B
on July 30, 2024 at 8:31 AM
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