Hidden Homeless - Day in the life of a homeless family

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2015
  • Donna Pinaula and her kids have been homeless in Vancouver since 2012. They have stayed with family, in shelters and in a tent. In this video, The Columbian followed Donna and her kids through a typical day.

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  • @johnnyp-gruenberg2155
    @johnnyp-gruenberg2155 2 роки тому +64

    Thank you all for the support I’m her son and I split custody with my dad and mom and she has a house and a car now and we r happy and sometimes when I feel sad I watch this video and I cry and I read the comments saying everyone that she’s a strong person and it just makes me happy

    • @aerokasyeal4840
      @aerokasyeal4840 Рік тому +6

      Believe in the one and only God that have no son of partner my brother, and never worry about a thing, life is gonna end eventually, we are lucky to be alive by the will of God to experience this life

    • @CanuckTony
      @CanuckTony 6 місяців тому +4

      Wow, thAts a good ending! So glad to hear. I grew up poor too. I’m not now. There is always a way and I hope you reach your potential. Always remember that you deserve it.

    • @pamelamorrisonn
      @pamelamorrisonn 5 місяців тому

      @@aerokasyeal4840 Jesus💚

    • @LifeofWalk
      @LifeofWalk 5 місяців тому +4

      You have a good mom!

  • @noodles169
    @noodles169 5 років тому +103

    This is why I drive a van. If for some reason I ever lost the roof over my head, then I'd convert my van into a mini home on wheels

    • @wturner777
      @wturner777 4 роки тому +7

      GateCrasher That's a good plan.

    • @happilysmpl
      @happilysmpl 2 роки тому +1

      Good thinking. Always plan ahead! Also try and save up for a portable power station. You will need phone and internet connectivity to stay in touch with the world. Internet to find a job etc.

    • @halreneau6343
      @halreneau6343 2 роки тому

      Very tough situation to be in very hard for others to understand , with kids this is triple difficult so much money wasted in this country the people who need help could have already gotten help

  • @McIntyreBible
    @McIntyreBible 5 років тому +92

    I love this mothers attitude "just because you're homeless it doesn't mean you stop living, learning, laughing, helping others."

  • @leapoldscotch6765
    @leapoldscotch6765 7 років тому +928

    mothers are so strong

    • @b111372
      @b111372 7 років тому +5

      M Meah yes they are, I'm homeless for a year in my truck.

    • @leapoldscotch6765
      @leapoldscotch6765 7 років тому +10

      Bobby McCray sorry to hear that, be strong okay! Hopefully some luck comes your way

    • @TheRealEvvonne
      @TheRealEvvonne 7 років тому +7

      Bobby McCray I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you are ok and things improve. YAHOWAH bless you.

    • @TheTechnofu
      @TheTechnofu 7 років тому

      how are you getting youtube?

    • @chailatte7926
      @chailatte7926 7 років тому +12

      +TheTechnofu Do you live in a cave? You can get a cheap cell phone at Walmart or even Family Dollar & there's free Wi-Fi everywhere.

  • @lalayiabrown998
    @lalayiabrown998 6 років тому +718

    At least she is trying a lot of moms just leave
    She is a great mom

    • @diannekhan5199
      @diannekhan5199 6 років тому +6

      lalayia brown maybe she she wants to be with them. Most parents just give up. I don't think I could be as strong as her.

    • @patriciascott1085
      @patriciascott1085 5 років тому +7

      This is a great mom wow. A great mom would never see her kids homeless you would make sure they have a stable life. These children will have to deal with her mess the rest of their lives. Children should have happy loves they should not have to deal with the mess that their parents make. What kind of life is this for children a great mom wants the best for her children not what's best for her

    • @noelianoliz3583
      @noelianoliz3583 5 років тому +24

      +Patricia Scott Well let's hope you don't get a chronic debilitating illness that causes you to lose your job and your life to change forever. Or maybe let's hope that you learn a lesson not to judge others. You could be in a similar situation in the future. My life was great many years ago, I was a model, and lived a very active life style. I was always hiking, skateboarding, walking and working hard. Then one day I was walking in a parking lot and I collapsed. Shortly after, I was diagnosed with Lupus, and then Grave's disease. There were many months I couldn't even walk. I lost my job and had to move in with my Mom. I never thought an independent woman such as myself would end up like this. Now I live with chronic debilitating pain. Not everyone has a mother that is living or willing to take them in. I could have ended up homeless.

    • @janlovesmany712
      @janlovesmany712 5 років тому +4

      @@patriciascott1085 Your a heartless person...maybe God will allow you to experience what this Mom is going through.....

    • @estevangonzalez1786
      @estevangonzalez1786 5 років тому +2

      That my ex wife just took off with her addiction matters more leave me a 3yr & 10 yrs to raise on my own

  • @tamaraweber3296
    @tamaraweber3296 6 років тому +987

    God bless this woman and her children. To have such a positive attitude during this very hard time in her life.

    • @donareavely42
      @donareavely42 6 років тому +1

      Tamara Weber i

    • @tamaraweber3296
      @tamaraweber3296 6 років тому +1

      Dona Reavely ?

    • @dianne8340
      @dianne8340 6 років тому +15

      Deputy Sheriff Where is the children's father? He should be helping to support his children. Just because there is a divorce it doesn't mean a man should fail to care for his children.

    • @maryshaffer8474
      @maryshaffer8474 5 років тому +19

      No thanks, the foster care system breeds children crazed by loss of parents at the same time they may be molested or mistreated by people who are getting money for their care.

    • @msb358
      @msb358 5 років тому +15

      I agree with you, Mary Shaffer. As long as the parent is loving, tries, and makes sure they do have shelter at night and food to eat they should stay with the parents. I worked in an inner-city school for 20 years. Kids want to stay with their loving parents no matter what! I've also seen kids come back from foster care messed up mentally and emotionally.

  • @alexandriamitchell1
    @alexandriamitchell1 4 роки тому +9

    My children and I were homeless,we slept by abandoned apartment stairs,I had lost my disability,and the guy I was with didn't help out,he said since I had kids I should pay all the bills. I was told that so many times that I believed it. God helped us, it took awail ,I started working part-time it still wasn't enough to get my own place, I kept trying I prayed and moved out of state to a church shelter with youngest child. The shelter helped out with housing programs I'm very grateful. God bless.

  • @community1949
    @community1949 6 років тому +43

    This would destroy most people - this woman is remarkable.

  • @surreygeorge11
    @surreygeorge11 5 років тому +57

    I have been paying attention to the homeless situation in Vancouver for about 2 years now. What I have found: There are more homeless people living in cars, vans and campers, than living on the street. Most of these people have some kind of job, but not enough to afford a home. These are otherwise 'normal' people, and you would never know they are homeless. There is a stigma that homeless people are drug addicts, lazy, and criminals, but this is not true. The ones that get noticed are these type, because the others try to be as unobtrusive as they can.

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      и даже mobile home себе позволить не могут???

  • @keepingyouinformed1259
    @keepingyouinformed1259 5 років тому +10

    she is so precious you can tell she has some issues but yet she loves her kids so much..god bless her

  • @luzfigueroa1550
    @luzfigueroa1550 6 років тому +151

    To be homeless is a miserable and painful existence I can say that because l’ve lived it and survived it. And swore to god that l would never go through that again ever.

    • @FoggedTears
      @FoggedTears 6 років тому

      But did you also have two kids with you?

    • @NajSinghs
      @NajSinghs 6 років тому

      ❤❤❤

    • @bellacapuzzo6179
      @bellacapuzzo6179 5 років тому +3

      So glad u are off the streets now.

    • @luzfigueroa1550
      @luzfigueroa1550 5 років тому +1

      Purple Peach no just my mother

    • @luzfigueroa1550
      @luzfigueroa1550 5 років тому +1

      Bella Capuzzo thank u now it’s full time employment is my next obstacle wish me luck.

  • @panilala123
    @panilala123 7 років тому +279

    May God Bless this lady and her children

  • @MamiOf3kids
    @MamiOf3kids 6 років тому +898

    Stop judging this lady... You could end up homeless at any moment. So she smokes 1 cigarette we gonna stone her for it. A lot of people smoke & free cuz others give it to them. So she smokes we going to stop praying. Please don't be cold hearted. I have two small kids right now & in 2 years I could be in a shelter since I'm very near not affording my home. STOP THE HATE!!

    • @marcelaa9498
      @marcelaa9498 6 років тому +64

      I was thinking that the cigarette could be keeping her from feeling hungry. You're right, we should not be judging❤

    • @louisesmith443
      @louisesmith443 6 років тому +18

      PrettyNails stupid people always set in judgement on those who they think are less deserving as themselves . When in fact you are probably a lazy snowflake who thinks the world revolves around you .

    • @betsycollins601
      @betsycollins601 6 років тому +40

      The mother looks like she could use a good meal. Poor thing probably goes without so her children do not suffer. The children look a healthy weight, but she's so thin.

    • @Jaisee14
      @Jaisee14 6 років тому +22

      Funny how the HOMELESS can always find money for Cigarettes.

    • @FoggedTears
      @FoggedTears 6 років тому +13

      This video was put on here for all to see. You just judged others for being judgemental, hypocrite.

  • @betsycollins601
    @betsycollins601 6 років тому +114

    I cannot imagine what the struggle this woman daily endures is like. I hope they are off the streets now!

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому +1

      а ты приюти бездомных - сделай из своего дома ночлежку!!!

  • @reenh462
    @reenh462 7 років тому +102

    I pray this lady and her kids get off the streets. No one deserves to be homeless and struggling.

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      ты дай бездомному работу, дай ночлег-жилье, накорми - помоги делом, а не словами!!!!

  • @anamounier2527
    @anamounier2527 7 років тому +209

    My prayers to this family...

  • @coxgary9267
    @coxgary9267 5 років тому +8

    My heart goes out to this family. Homelessness is more than not having a home. Your pride, self worth and dignity becomes in question. How do I know? I was once homeless myself.

  • @cfconant
    @cfconant 6 років тому +312

    Smoking is how this dear lady copes with stress. But for her health and her children's sake, I hope she quits. I am angered by how we always have money for wars and other countries, but what about our own.

    • @evankbs9949
      @evankbs9949 6 років тому +5

      andy gallacher She's an adult and can make the decision if she wants to smoke. These comments seem to undermine her parenting skills because she smokes but in reality she seems stronger then so many other parents as she is breaking through the barriers of poverty and loneliness.

    • @diesel2x
      @diesel2x 5 років тому +10

      Actually Cammer is very respectful .

    • @spiritanimal7516
      @spiritanimal7516 5 років тому +5

      She could save that money

    • @garyburchgb
      @garyburchgb 5 років тому +1

      cammer smoking may be her way of committing suicide as that is what smokers are doing if they know the risks involved in abusing themselves like that. you are assuming it is a coping strategy.

    • @martigreene500
      @martigreene500 5 років тому +5

      We don't even know if she smokes every day folks! I've seen a lot of people (on these videos) give homeless people cigarettes. All homeless people are different and deal with their situation in their own way. But she is a great mom who is trying to work. I hope and pray by now she is back on her feet!

  • @laurabromley2870
    @laurabromley2870 5 років тому +16

    I was homeless with my son off and on since the day I gave birth. Not because I am lazy. But because it's hard with no transportation, no family or friends to help. I couldn't get my son to daycare and I couldnt get to work. Some times I didn't have enough for rent after buying diapers, sippy cups/bottles, food, hygiene products, lights, water, garbage. I bounced from my own home to shelter about 5 times. Shelters charge about $10 a night here in Pensacola Florida. And when you have a baby on your hip, that's alot of money. I help cardboard signs on the side of the road with him, lived in tents, lived in a car, etc. Alot of people judge saying they have been in our shoes. Well honestly, no you haven't. If you were in our shoes, you wouldn't judge us. Homelessness is real. And not all choose to be homeless.

    • @nunyabiz7021
      @nunyabiz7021 5 років тому +1

      What kind of shelter charges for a place to sleep?

    • @michaellinton3592
      @michaellinton3592 4 роки тому +1

      The salvation army here in columbus ga 7 $ a night after 30 days! Facts

    • @nunyabiz7021
      @nunyabiz7021 4 роки тому +1

      @@michaellinton3592 what if you can't afford it?

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      приезжай к нам на север, на аляску, раз не нравится жизнь в тепле!!! У нас тут морозы - и в машине жить невозможно, замерзнешь...

  • @rodkvic9513
    @rodkvic9513 4 роки тому +6

    "All he knows is that he's cared for" BEAUTIFUL ❤

  • @aideflores79
    @aideflores79 6 років тому +26

    Is so SAD. One day you can have everything. Then the NEXT Day you can have NOTHING!!!

  • @ChanceTaylor13
    @ChanceTaylor13 7 років тому +259

    God bless this family!! Such a sad video!

    • @markrigsby2107
      @markrigsby2107 7 років тому +1

      ★ Copypasterino Kripperino ★ Whaaat?

    • @80Dantheman
      @80Dantheman 7 років тому +6

      ★ Copypasterino Kripperino ★ Not everybody homeless is on drugs

    • @kastrosadam892
      @kastrosadam892 7 років тому

      80Dantheman I'm guessing she said that homeless people are on drugs? she deleted the comment.....

    • @turtle2pond
      @turtle2pond 7 років тому +9

      Depression is also a major cause of homelessness then often followed by a cycle of self-medicating and abusing various substances. Many homeless in my area have P/T jobs and cars and use a warming shelter when it is open during the winter.

    • @carolinegray3150
      @carolinegray3150 5 років тому

      A cigarette is okay for stress

  • @ceegabe1555
    @ceegabe1555 6 років тому +62

    Yes, WHERE ARE THE FATHERS? WHY SHOULD THEY GET A PASS? MANY WOMEN HAVE TO STRUGGLE ALONE TO FIND FINANCIAL AND OTHER SUPPORT FOR THE CHILDREN CREATED BY BOTH OF THEM.

    • @shelbeastark9350
      @shelbeastark9350 5 років тому +2

      Cee Gabe Because they leave. And she has no money to get an attorney.

    • @KPlyf
      @KPlyf 5 років тому +3

      Or may be out of wedlock. People stopped believing in god and traditional ways of raising family.

    • @deniseyweesy
      @deniseyweesy 5 років тому +2

      @@KPlyf She talked about getting divorced, so she was married to at least one father.

    • @MR-pm9ub
      @MR-pm9ub 4 роки тому

      I totally agree with every word you shared .

    • @myth7044
      @myth7044 3 роки тому

      Shes a meth addict bro

  • @jackyblue67same10
    @jackyblue67same10 4 роки тому +8

    This is 2019 now I really hope they've gotten a home by now she a very good mom .God Bless that lil family .

  • @chardillon3175
    @chardillon3175 6 років тому +21

    Gee why do ppl Judge. I just pray God takes good care of this family. The mother loves her family no matter what happens worse to good good to worse.

  • @alicesbeloved
    @alicesbeloved 7 років тому +128

    Shes a hero! I pray for all Gods best in Jesus Christ name.

    • @KillKenny09
      @KillKenny09 6 років тому +4

      praying doesn´t help her and her children at all.
      Go out and do something

    • @lisad2701
      @lisad2701 6 років тому +3

      Jesus Christ!! Give your imagination a rest.

    • @JesusLovesYouSoMuch1
      @JesusLovesYouSoMuch1 5 років тому +1

      alicesbeloved Amen

    • @cameonashipleftonaplane698
      @cameonashipleftonaplane698 2 роки тому

      @@KillKenny09 that's exactly what I was going to say f*** all of your thoughts and prayers go and help somebody.

  • @luvlife8277
    @luvlife8277 5 років тому +10

    I hope this family has found a home of their own. God bless in my prayers everyday

  • @valwhit1971
    @valwhit1971 7 років тому +50

    I pray this woman and her family are blessed. May angels surround them.

    • @lisad2701
      @lisad2701 6 років тому +1

      Ohhh my gawd...please give your delusions a rest!

    • @jamesrussler9300
      @jamesrussler9300 6 років тому +1

      Valerie Amen

    • @tinamorey8331
      @tinamorey8331 6 років тому +1

      Valerie ..AMEN

    • @cynthiabustamante2884
      @cynthiabustamante2884 5 років тому +1

      Lisa D I pray you're much happier now .....8 months later.

    • @Locutus
      @Locutus 5 років тому

      When have thoughts and 'prayers' helped anyone? I agree with Lisa here.
      Spouting religious beliefs only makes the situation worse. It gives people like this lady a false sense of security and hope. She needs genuine help, not prayers.

  • @siaranmorgan-lloyd5619
    @siaranmorgan-lloyd5619 5 років тому +14

    They sleep in a tent in a field somewhere when 3 of her kids are living with her father? How on earth do you take in 3 of your grandchildren and not the rest. Why on earth would they not camp in the family garden....? These are just questions and not criticisms. I lived in a caravan in my boyfiend’s parents garden for 6 months and therefore would not wish this upon anyone, especially those with kids. I hope that this family find a permanent place to stay and mum is successful in her job hunting x

    • @paulod27
      @paulod27 5 років тому +2

      Maybe they don't have a family garden.

    • @nikkig4923
      @nikkig4923 4 роки тому +1

      I was thinking the same thing about the grandchildren. There’s no way I couldn’t take them all in.

  • @cate652
    @cate652 5 років тому +25

    Any updates on this family?

  • @capristyles9565
    @capristyles9565 5 років тому +5

    These videos make me understand how thankful I have to be for the life I have.Life can change in the blink of an eye

  • @marilynmclean8921
    @marilynmclean8921 5 років тому +4

    Making the best of a very bad situation reveals a kind of strength that most of us do not have. Taking care of your children in this kind of scenario is inspiring, just to make sure they are fed and clothed and loved each day is extraordinary. To not give up, to keep the faith and to hope that tomorrow will be a better day for them is what most homeless people need for a role model in a depressing situation. They need a tiny home!!!

  • @ninjaman2254
    @ninjaman2254 5 років тому +5

    Wow what strong women. May God bless and protect this family through difficult times 🙏

  • @feroziadollie6678
    @feroziadollie6678 4 роки тому +5

    Yes , I was homeless too. Life is unpredictable. .

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      И? расскажи про свой опыт - как смогла найти работу и купить авто и дом?

  • @traceynorman4983
    @traceynorman4983 7 років тому +102

    stay strong have faith in God my heart goes out to one's that struggling to find work pay bills buy food

    • @die4europa280
      @die4europa280 7 років тому +8

      God doesn't exist ...

    • @dreamdancea.b5351
      @dreamdancea.b5351 7 років тому +3

      Ernelstein Goldberg the Third what proof do you have of that??!

    • @No-ef5it
      @No-ef5it 7 років тому +3

      Tempest Sweet What proof do you have otherwise?

  • @tyshemb5303
    @tyshemb5303 6 років тому +3

    I've been homeless before and seeing a homeless family broke my heart. because the kids. i hope their stable now

  • @luzfigueroa1550
    @luzfigueroa1550 7 років тому +56

    It's heartbreaking because l was there and l attempted suicide because the pain was overwhelming and l just wanted the it to stop.

    • @noneofyourbusiness302
      @noneofyourbusiness302 5 років тому +3

      Luz, I am so happy that you didn't die! God bless you and keep you forever and ever!!

    • @debbiepotter6413
      @debbiepotter6413 5 років тому +3

      I hear you. I was there as well. Horrible. A hideous way to live.

    • @marleyjohnson4533
      @marleyjohnson4533 5 років тому +2

      Know its not easy. I been there with children .Thank God for see u through

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      плохо хотел. А хотел бы по настоящему - тогда точно убил бы себя!!!

  • @didikachmadi4758
    @didikachmadi4758 5 років тому +2

    "I don't know how to get angry." Oh God, that is just touchy.. So touchy i wanna cry. I hope you and your kids can get a better way.

  • @dianedadabaeva2173
    @dianedadabaeva2173 7 років тому +396

    Please come to Windsor Ontario and live in my House for no cost as much time as you need to.

    • @goddesshatmehit4861
      @goddesshatmehit4861 6 років тому +42

      Dianne Dadabaeva bless you i wish my family had a friend like you

    • @user-rh5yf2wz8l
      @user-rh5yf2wz8l 6 років тому +19

      Dianne Dadabaeva God bless you.

    • @hawaiianpunch9492
      @hawaiianpunch9492 6 років тому +22

      Dianne Dadabaeva wow! You are a good person with a beautiful soul to take anyone that you don't know in. God Bless you and your family

    • @vickiefinney6073
      @vickiefinney6073 6 років тому +61

      Dianne Dadabaeva your offer is very kind, but be careful. Once a person moves in, if they don't leave you have to evict them. This could cost you thousands of dollars

    • @jamesrussler9300
      @jamesrussler9300 6 років тому +10

      Dianne Dadabaeva god bless you.

  • @truthseeka2503
    @truthseeka2503 5 років тому +4

    Your tenacity and optimism are inspiring.
    May God hear your prayers, bless you and your children and end your suffering.

  • @jocelynpaul8615
    @jocelynpaul8615 6 років тому +22

    I have never experienced not having a place to live but I have experience hunger when I was little I didn't have much the only time I had real milk was at school it was white powder we mix with water that's what we did at my house to make milk it was government assistance it came with cheese butter a couple of can goods that's why I as an adult I work very hard I don't live a middle-class life I live a paycheck to paycheck life but I I am satisfied the long as I got food and shelter and clothes on my back and God by my side I'm good

    • @constanceroyval767
      @constanceroyval767 4 роки тому

      No money issues at ALL growing up. We did try using powdered milk for cooking tho. Way too messy. Cats did like it.

  • @chicacikita
    @chicacikita 7 років тому +15

    I hope they found them a home.

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      да, нашли. Она отказалась платить аренду - и её долго не могли выселить...

  • @DiDi-fh3ye
    @DiDi-fh3ye 7 років тому +7

    much respect to you and your kids in this situation; greetings from Belgium

  • @gratitudetouniverse777
    @gratitudetouniverse777 7 років тому +56

    Home should be affordable to everyone. Vancouver, Canada is so damn expensive even if you have a job.

    • @schatzeeone6230
      @schatzeeone6230 6 років тому +4

      Unknown User This is in Vancouver, Washington.

    • @fquint6468
      @fquint6468 6 років тому +2

      This isn’t in Canada

    • @Afmedic85
      @Afmedic85 5 років тому

      That's liberalism for you

    • @denisemayosky1955
      @denisemayosky1955 5 років тому +1

      @@Afmedic85 Nope, that's conservatism, especially the refusal to do anything to alleviate the problem.

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      так дом и доступен! Каждому у кого есть работа!!!

  • @vintage1950
    @vintage1950 6 років тому +8

    My mum was homeless with 4 children in the 70’s due to her violent ex husband ☹️ one of the strongest person I know. Has been living in her home for over 40 years now where she raised all 7 of us. Wising this lady and her family the very best.

  • @valeriecheersbrown4829
    @valeriecheersbrown4829 5 років тому +2

    We are all one step away from being homeless. I pray that this family has found a job, home and keep the faith and love!

  • @lauriegulde942
    @lauriegulde942 4 роки тому +2

    This should not be happening anywhere.... What is wrong with our cities and governments. I hope she gets everything she needs. Keep the faith people. God bless them.

  • @debbiesullivana1795
    @debbiesullivana1795 8 років тому +9

    Stay strong in your faith. Keep trying. Stay strong and mostly keep yourself and your children healthy, very important. Are there programs in your area maybe computers, culinary skills? Sometimes they train and help placing people in jobs. I hope thingd turn out for you and will keep you in my prayers. Never give up. Good luck to you and your children.

  • @melissarodriguez1122
    @melissarodriguez1122 6 років тому +9

    i hope she has found a place to live with her children

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      В Филадельфии, в районе Кенсингтон, есть много брошенных домов. Думаю что ей стоит переселится туда!

  • @chelseapineda7566
    @chelseapineda7566 7 років тому +2

    Man I admire this lady for always staying positive for her and her children

  • @Saiban0
    @Saiban0 4 роки тому +1

    When you see a homeless person smile and realize the past 10 years of working and "having" money, I cant remember a single time I've smiled. Really goes to show how little happiness money really supplies.

  • @traceynorman4983
    @traceynorman4983 6 років тому +31

    Time is so hard you try to save money every time you try to save something all ways come up you try pay bills food is hi

  • @ladycharsw
    @ladycharsw 6 років тому +57

    I hope Donna and kids have something at this time since it is 2017. Why can't people's families help, even if they have to sleep on the floor, at.least they have a roof over their head
    Sometimes I think people are selfish to help their families. thanks

    • @janetslater129
      @janetslater129 6 років тому +6

      Charlotte Schreffler We don't know what her extended family situation is like. They may not be able or willing to help for all we know.

    • @nr1785
      @nr1785 6 років тому +9

      Some people don't have families. Or if they do they can't turn to them, I believe this is the case for 99% of homeless people. These are the people that end up homeless, everyone else when they hit a life crisis, a divorce, losing their job or house, goes back to their families to get on their feet again. When you have no family to go live with, where do you go if you do not have money behind you? On the streets.

    • @tracyhunter8119
      @tracyhunter8119 6 років тому +11

      the lady in this video said 3 of her 5 kids are living at her father's (the kids' grandfather) apartment. I immediately wondered why the grandfather would allow 3 of his grandkids to stay with him but not the other 2 kids and their mom. It's possible the apartments he lives in are strict about how many people he can have staying in his apartment, as many apartments are, but what a difficult situation.

    • @girlwiththebraidsinherhair2516
      @girlwiththebraidsinherhair2516 5 років тому +3

      Perhaps her family are struggling themselves and aren't in a position to help.

    • @debbiepotter6413
      @debbiepotter6413 5 років тому +6

      Those days are gone. People truly do not care anymore. Sometimes people burn their bridges but in general people just don’t care anymore. They say they do but it’s just empty words

  • @user-rw1hb9xz6w
    @user-rw1hb9xz6w 5 років тому +1

    This literally broke my heart. I cried. I pray this woman and her family find a home :(

  • @theclasssicks2407
    @theclasssicks2407 3 роки тому

    This was a very lovely short that you produced. Thank you for sharing.

  • @mikecarney8023
    @mikecarney8023 8 років тому +163

    "Staying strong and believing in yourself" is good, but what are your specific aspirations? What are your skills? What skills are you building? It seems like there is more emphasis on "keeping faith" than taking action beyond day to day survival.

    • @badmedgirl
      @badmedgirl 7 років тому +7

      Mike Carney absolutely

    • @VideoCesar07
      @VideoCesar07 7 років тому +21

      You are very right Mike. In order to get yourself out of this situation you need to have a plan on how to improve yourself and put yourself in a position where you can take advantage of any opportunity that comes along or create on for yourself. Having faith is still important as well because these changes may not come as soon as we might hope.

    • @badmedgirl
      @badmedgirl 7 років тому +3

      VideoCesar07 I'm not understanding your last sentence, faith in what?

    • @VideoCesar07
      @VideoCesar07 7 років тому +8

      Not talking about religious faith, just about faith that your efforts may eventually be rewarded with a chance to improve your situation. I'm not naive, I know that this may take a long time, or it may happen sooner than expected, or unfortunately, it might never even happen at all. Losing all hope and letting yourself sink into despair is what can keep your from seeing an opportunity or keep your from trying at all. I live in an area where there are plenty of homeless people. Some of them have been in that situation for years yet have an amazing outlook, yet other have just completely given up.

    • @badmedgirl
      @badmedgirl 7 років тому

      Gotcha.

  • @aragorntjuh
    @aragorntjuh 8 років тому +33

    Feelsbadman, noone deserves to not have a home yet have so much responsibilities.

    • @tammywines9771
      @tammywines9771 6 років тому +1

      aragorntjuh Amen !!

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 6 років тому

      You have to pay for a home, seriously you think we should all just be given one?

    • @constanceroyval767
      @constanceroyval767 4 роки тому

      @@stacitowery3475 Many think Health care should be a right. I think food and a roof over their heads SHOULD be a human basic need. Even some type of use of Military bases,no longer in use. Then job train for 18 months to two years. All while taking care of THAT base while living there as well as other chores,be it cooking,cleaning. Do your part--or out you go.

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 4 роки тому

      @@constanceroyval767 lots of people are on the dole and have been for generations. It's become a way of life for some and it's very sad and very frustrating for taxpayers.

  • @wise4124
    @wise4124 4 роки тому +1

    God bless this lady and her family. she's such a strong woman her day will come with many blessing

  • @vingasoline1
    @vingasoline1 2 роки тому +1

    Having to wake that cute little boy up very early in the morning while he clearly wants to still sleep breaks my heart.

  • @charlieq6083
    @charlieq6083 7 років тому +33

    I want to quit my job-i hate it so much-but I think I don't want to sleep on A mat on the floor-and get cleaned up in a sink-and be broke-i wish I could find another job-so I go to work for $

    • @KV-mz8ro
      @KV-mz8ro 4 роки тому

      I definitely understand
      What do you do for work and have you found another job?.

  • @dougbell3279
    @dougbell3279 7 років тому +3

    God Bless

  • @peachesperry8557
    @peachesperry8557 5 років тому +2

    Me my kids are homeless now we live in hotel Lodge I fell on some hard times money issue that cost us to be homeless they still go school we still have fun times I tried to make the best of it by keep looking for houses try get help and make sure I stay praise up everyday we go to a commuu church they good people .so I tried my best to make sure my kids is ok every single day it's hard very hard but I know something we change .I God on our side

  • @loriann2692
    @loriann2692 5 років тому +2

    I've been in her situation. It's not easy at all but you just keep going. You home/financial situation can change at any moment, without warning.

  • @dawnmoser7517
    @dawnmoser7517 6 років тому +35

    I have mixed feelings about his video,so I'll keep them to myself

  • @carlos.vmartinez3855
    @carlos.vmartinez3855 6 років тому +3

    Stay strong god bless this family :)

  • @zacharyv1756
    @zacharyv1756 4 роки тому +2

    You can see the love that this woman gives to her children hopefully one day she’ll rise from being unfortunate

  • @shannonpalma4226
    @shannonpalma4226 6 років тому +2

    This lady is awesome. I hope her and her family gave found a home. She's positive and really deserves a good life!!! Smile and stay positive!!!

  • @user-jq8qv4yx4h
    @user-jq8qv4yx4h 5 років тому +3

    I am wondering why Donna speaks a little strange - dentures? Accent? Anyone have any ideas what it is?

  • @IwasBlueb4
    @IwasBlueb4 6 років тому +35

    The way that mother speaks, brings me back very painful childhood memories....shes either drunk or stoned...and yes, I am going 2 b hard here.....Why is she smoking ? Smoking is a VERY expensive addiction...and its NOT a necessity, so even if she didn't buy them, why would anyone beg for a cigarette....when they have kids to feed? Isnt it better to beg for a sandwich for one of ur kids , than a freaking cigarette ?

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 6 років тому +2

      Evy Courtney great points.

    • @joifire
      @joifire 6 років тому +6

      Fyi her full dentures aren't fitted correctly

    • @paulod27
      @paulod27 5 років тому +6

      burn in hell the lot of you judgemental losers.

    • @michelemichele5204
      @michelemichele5204 5 років тому +3

      you know i used to feel like you. i grew up poor and we had no food. my mother smoked and i really held it against her. but now i think , she knew our life sucked, and maybe that helped her cope. i am not a smoker so i dont know, but she said it helped her when she was stressed. i see a lot of people do that. stress, and oh where are my cigarettes? so i forgive her for that now, but it took along time.

    • @puneetkaur292
      @puneetkaur292 5 років тому +5

      She is just wearing dentures which need some adjustment....she ain't drunk or addict

  • @TM-pj7yu
    @TM-pj7yu 6 років тому +1

    I have been homeless several times often struggling to keep a positive mentality in the face of my child. I appreciated every head up I received and every open heart who embraced me and my baby. I had a few select who pretended to help until after the food stamps were gone or a boyfriend came around, I tired of that kind of heartache and found myself on the streets some nights not sleeping to watch over my child as she slept. I had money every other day from selling my plasma to get a room other days until space opened at the city salvation army. It's not easy to be on your ass hoping you do the right things in the eyes of your child in such a demeaning low in life, I had employment here and there when the hours allowed me to work around my daughter school scheduling. I didn't feel like a good mother but now that my daughter older and we have stability she reminds me that I'm awesome and she is happy to have me as her mother and she tells me she is thankful I never gave up. I want people to consider the poor ,we are not all lazy crackhead druggies. My first experience of homelessness was being afraid to have my girls around the men who molested me as a girl who were part of my grandma life so I felt I was keeping my oldest two safe when I chose a shelter versus the worry I felt carrying my first daughter. The irony is the system at some point called me crazy, uneducated and placed my children with thoes very people. I have a 13 year old and all thoes experiences all but killed me. I walked away from my other children in defeat feeling bullied but after hitting the floor thinking I'd die God gave me a reason to hold my head up and know he is God. I don't mean to give feom your pocket or offer your home but don't be quick to judge next time you see or meet someone down on their luck try being a friend or voice of reason. Our walks in lessons of faith are different ,you never know who will be the one you save with just encouraging words or a honest smile.

  • @traviskrause8509
    @traviskrause8509 5 років тому +1

    Your life can change in the blink of an eye this woman is incredibly strong god bless!!!

  • @hickman7909
    @hickman7909 7 років тому +4

    it's the rent and other bill's,I know I was there with five kids living in the back of my truck for a little bit,slapping into work to sleep,and get off the streets,mainly because of my 12 yr old daughter

  • @carolynwalker4850
    @carolynwalker4850 4 роки тому +4

    Some people rather be homeless then live with a free loading relative, you move in then all of sudden they want you to pay for everything, while they save their money, half is ok. One reason to stay away from family.

    • @crackerpantsbingo6390
      @crackerpantsbingo6390 4 роки тому

      Free loading relative? Are you kidding? This woman can barely take care of herself and kids much less give money to someone else to house her! She needs to stop having any more children!!

  • @liddie75
    @liddie75 4 роки тому +2

    I've been somewhat homeless if its such a thing..with my son. I so love this woman..for her courage and her strength. My God your faith is so strong. I love it..I wish I had the means to help you. If i ever hit the lottery I'm going to look for you. Keep keeping the faith my darling..God hears you..he never sleeps ❤❤😘

  • @joselito7776
    @joselito7776 5 років тому +1

    She seems like the type of lady that deserves to be helped. I hope this vid has made a positive impact on her predicament and on her life as well.as her kids.

  • @jamesrussler9300
    @jamesrussler9300 6 років тому +4

    Its a real crime to be homeless in most cities. They take you children and pride.....these folks are welcome in my home.

  • @melaniebrantner3871
    @melaniebrantner3871 5 років тому +4

    I am homeless too
    Phoenix Arizona
    I need help . Have
    Health problem's
    no one to help me .
    Very hard thing to go through. 😟

    • @aslscott78
      @aslscott78 5 років тому

      Liar

    • @queeniee7766
      @queeniee7766 5 років тому

      Melanie Brantner.....What kind of help are you looking for? Are there no shelters around you? Do you have kids, are you able to consider military or something like that? Is there not a church u can go to for help, or family?

    • @denisemayosky1955
      @denisemayosky1955 5 років тому +1

      @@aslscott78 How dare you! Have you no heart?

  • @omery.8342
    @omery.8342 5 років тому +1

    She is one of the strongest woman I ever seen , praying for you guys and god bless you

  • @lushisushiemushi
    @lushisushiemushi 6 років тому +1

    I loved her message. Prayers to them

  • @blahb1103
    @blahb1103 6 років тому +4

    Somebody find out who she is and fund this family... God bless

  • @nicholaskolpack6797
    @nicholaskolpack6797 7 років тому +8

    your right Solo! I did not start my family until 3 yrs after I was married, saving up for a house.When I bought my house we had our daughers,paid the house off in 11yrs,paid for college for all 3 of them now they are all married and have family,s of their own! And they all own their homes with their kids.and it was all hard work! no one gave us nothing!

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 6 років тому

      Fortunate has got nothing to do with it.

    • @Transformers318
      @Transformers318 6 років тому +1

      That's how it should be.

    • @sonialilly5688
      @sonialilly5688 6 років тому +1

      nicholas kolpack Not everyone has your strength in life xxxx everyone is dealing with their own struggles xxx No one is perfect !

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 6 років тому

      I also don't think perfection is at issue here.

    • @victoriahale5254
      @victoriahale5254 6 років тому +2

      Slow clap... and hopefully one of your kids doesn’t get a horrible illness that bankrupts you and them you can’t afford your mortgage and then you’re on the streets

  • @traviskrause8509
    @traviskrause8509 6 років тому +1

    This woman is tough! Its tough to watch but inspiring at the same time! God bless people i wish these kind of people the best god can give them keep that faith strong it will keep you warm and your heart full of love of life!!!

  • @ohmeowzer1
    @ohmeowzer1 5 років тому +1

    Her attitude is amazing wow God Bless her

  • @johncarcamo6772
    @johncarcamo6772 6 років тому +6

    Everyday I see more and more homeless people here in Las Vegas Nevada,

  • @papafaye4299
    @papafaye4299 7 років тому +38

    hope this worthy lady will break through and by the way get a flat

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      получит? Может купит? В ипотеку на 30 лет...

  • @serenak76
    @serenak76 5 років тому

    May she be blessed so out of this world she cries!!! Your a wonderful woman!!

  • @dimajonblat8296
    @dimajonblat8296 5 років тому +1

    God bless this woman and her family❤️

  • @roseangel4900
    @roseangel4900 6 років тому +9

    Im smoking too.help me through my painless

  • @lucyrodriguez4072
    @lucyrodriguez4072 6 років тому +3

    Girl in video is the sweetest but she’s been homeless for 9 or 10 years . She’s stuck in a cycle and does drugs . I pray her life changes .

  • @justicewillprevail1106
    @justicewillprevail1106 5 років тому

    What a strong mother, woman. I pray that this will be part of her past very soon. God bless her and her family.

  • @pengowlicorndreams5699
    @pengowlicorndreams5699 4 роки тому +1

    i've never been homeless but my mom raised 3 kids on one low income salary and child support. she tried her best to keep us off of the streets and in school. it was hard because she wasn't around much to be a mom due to her work schedule but i knew she also drank and did drugs on the side. she would get food and clothes from local pantries and churches because bills and her habits took up most of the money. people at school would bully me for getting free lunch and not having nice clothes. i felt ashamed and angry at my mom for embarrassing me. my sister stole clothes and food to look like she wasn't poor in school. she ran away and turned to drugs to get my mom's attention. my brother became violent and hard to control so he was sent to live with my dad, who also had addictions.
    my family is doing better now that we have grown up, minus my father who passed of a heart attack. our struggles aren't over but we keep fighting to be decent people who work for what little we have.

  • @leota1899
    @leota1899 5 років тому +3

    Y help other countries when should spend those money to help so many homeless people in this country.

    • @eveelliott1755
      @eveelliott1755 5 років тому +1

      This is very true 😢Help your own people first then others ..

  • @Maria.9094
    @Maria.9094 5 років тому +33

    My heart breaks for this family. However i cannot understand why these women keep having so many kids. Kids are expensive and most middle class couples can't afford to have 5 kids. So why??? This has to stop or the poverty cycle will never end.

    • @builttrainer
      @builttrainer 5 років тому +2

      because Bible. Be fruitful and multiply. You trust God will take care of you. Which is why Christians don't ever go to doctors. They pray away disease and homosexuality. And if their child dies of hunger or cancer or AIDS or whatever, must be divine purpose.

    • @stargazerlily8451
      @stargazerlily8451 5 років тому +4

      I agree completely. Children are a joy, but you have to be able to afford them.

    • @spiritanimal7516
      @spiritanimal7516 5 років тому +1

      From not being responsible.

    • @aanon5716
      @aanon5716 5 років тому +4

      you are referring to very small extreme religious groups who dont believe in drs & medicine. most christians do & they also believe god helps those that help themselves, hard work & good decision making. they make wonderful friends, neighbors & co workers. they also practice birth control in the form of abstinence, the pill & condoms. people who choose to have children they cant afford are just the ignorant & uneducated. btw, most unwed teens did not & do not attend a church.

    • @IvankaB-ft6hd
      @IvankaB-ft6hd 5 років тому +1

      If she was a muslim with 10 kids our criminal groper pm justin would take care of her for sure BUT this poor lady is white so too bad.

  • @winnielombe123
    @winnielombe123 6 років тому +1

    May God bless her and her beautiful family. The best is yet to come.

  • @suzijorgensen6545
    @suzijorgensen6545 6 років тому +1

    God bless you and your family. You are SOOO LOVED and I'm so sorry you have to go thru this but God will guard you with WARRIOR ANGELS and keep you safe. You're an inspiration girlfriend xxx

  • @MrAnuku
    @MrAnuku 7 років тому +16

    sad wish can do something to help them

    • @thecoldhardtruth6819
      @thecoldhardtruth6819 6 років тому +1

      Mxm you can by starting or see if there a fundraiser to help her

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  • @genevieveandrews81
    @genevieveandrews81 6 років тому +8

    She seems like a great mom why doesn't she apply to get a job poor woman bless her soul

    • @vannesaashby8989
      @vannesaashby8989 6 років тому +10

      genevieve Andrews if you watched the video it shows her filling out job applications and she even talks about it.

    • @lucyrodriguez4072
      @lucyrodriguez4072 6 років тому +2

      genevieve Andrews because she uses. I worked for a family shelter 11 years this young lady does not do stay clean that’s why she doesn’t make it in most shelters. She’s the sweetest lady just has a problem

  • @missychase3014
    @missychase3014 5 років тому +2

    Bless her heart! Sweet family.

  • @littlemaria9999
    @littlemaria9999 5 років тому +1

    May God will bless you and your kids.
    Be strong and keep yourself and your kids healthy .

  • @twinkitwinki2038
    @twinkitwinki2038 5 років тому +3

    So she smokes a CIG at least she isn't smoking crack

    • @perisher1976
      @perisher1976 3 роки тому

      а может она курит героин - у неё лицо наркоманки. Почему она не хочет найти работу???