I have been gone from DS for almost 2 years. I used to be called Heretic but have lost all passwords etc so I am starting over. I am typing this from the computer lab at a women's shelter. I have been homeless for 22 months and have been at this shelter for 3 months. I lived on the street for a long time. There are pros and cons to both living on the street and living in shelters. Neither one is very good obviously.

I had my Disability hearing last month and am waiting for a letter in the mail to tell me whether I won my case or not. I have very good attorneys and I am told I have an excellent chance, given the things the judge said at the hearing. I should find out anytime now.

If I win I will have income and be able to get housing. If I lose I stay on the street till we go through another appeals process, which will of course take a long time. I was given 90 days to stay at this shelter and my time is almost up. I hope I get that letter soon and I sure hope I win. But I am prepared for whatever happens. I know what the worst case scenario is, I will simply go back to sleeping in public parks. It was hard doing that but in some ways it was easier than living in shelters.

Well anyway I am wondering if anyone here remembers me. I have fond memories of coming to DS and really appreciated the support I got here. I can't check in every day, but will be here most days for the next couple of weeks till I have to leave this shelter.

Take care everyone.