[Cboldt]

I'm not saying poverty is funny, but the article is. And the gravity of the situation very much depends on whether you are "alone," or have others to take care of, especially children.

I lived on the street for a period of time, by choice. It was an eye opener. I didn't have much worry, and happiness is a state of mind. It's very different when one is supporting a household, and income doesn't go far enough to make ends meet. That's my current condition - not poverty, but worry, worry, worry.

[kelly4c]

What led you to choose living on the street? How long did you do it? Wasn’t it scary? I know, so many questions so little time:)