Monthly Archives: November 2010

Hands Across America, Pt. 2

Posted on November 30, 2010 by boxcarkids

They can no longer pay the rent, have signed up for food stamps, and are bouncing from home to home, staying with relatives. “It’s taken a toll on us. We’ve split up twice since this happened. We’re just now starting … Continue reading →

Posted in Hunger, poverty, recession, unemployment, unemployment benefits | Tagged | 7 Comments

A Note From My Daughter

Posted on November 26, 2010 by boxcarkids

Sometimes people ask me if I’m worried about how our situation affects the children.  Well, I do of course, especially after reading about the recent study that says even brief bouts of poverty negatively affects children’s health.  Affordable housing directly … Continue reading →

Posted in children in need, compassion, frugal living, poverty, recession | 11 Comments

Homeless for the Holidays

Posted on November 22, 2010 by boxcarkids

No not us – we remain alternatively housed.  This is a movie titled “Homeless for the Holidays.”  I was sent a dvd copy to review and I was looking forward to watching the movie. I thought it might relevant to our … Continue reading →

Posted in blogging, homelessness | 3 Comments