Homlessness

Bittersweet Steps in the Right Direction


“Down and out”, “washed up”, “down on your luck”, and “in a slump” are all phrases that describe each of us at some point in our lives. Poor decisions bring about countless outcomes depending on the situation. Lack of studying may result in failure in school; the decision to smoke will result in declining health, and so on. Similarly, poor financial decisions can lead to the terrifying road of homelessness. An optimistic point of view would tell you that all problems can be resolved with time. A failing student may retake a course, a long time smoker may quit smoking, and a homeless person may get his/her life back on track by taking appropriate steps. Difficult decisions by communities and their leaders must be made to fix this ever-growing problem. But to help those who are “down on their luck” and those who associate with them we must be willing to pay a price. It is not always all the individual’s faul...