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Old 20 June 2017, 01:06 PM   #1
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Overcoming homelessness not

I have been without a place to call home for a couple of yrs now. I have always worked hard and the company I retired with(under 55 yrs of age) offered to buy me out and I took it at a reduced lump sum or monthly price for the rest of my life. Here's the kicker, I had no choice but to jump on it as I had been living in my car for the past 8 months or so. How I got to this point in the first place I can save for a later story. What I do know is this,I'm soo very grateful for everything. thx Canefane1.
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Old 20 June 2017, 01:13 PM   #2
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I hope you find a home if you're seeking one. That sounds horrible man.
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Old 20 June 2017, 01:19 PM   #3
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I hope you find a home if you're seeking one. That sounds horrible man.
Thx Tom, I'm a lucky man.
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Old 20 June 2017, 02:11 PM   #4
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Just curious...your location says you're home I'm confused!
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Old 20 June 2017, 02:14 PM   #5
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Just curious...your location says you're home I'm confused!
It's complicated. Ugh
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Old 20 June 2017, 02:17 PM   #6
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Old 20 June 2017, 02:31 PM   #7
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Thx Tom,.,retiring for the night. Take care.
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Old 20 June 2017, 05:29 PM   #8
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Just curious...your location says you're home I'm confused!
I believe it's Homestead, FL.
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Old 20 June 2017, 09:29 PM   #9
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Yes Mon.
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Old 20 June 2017, 09:41 PM   #10
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Sorry, I am not understanding this at all...
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:00 PM   #11
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Sorry, I am not understanding this at all...
For a time I lived a life that I wouldn't wish on anyone and have made it through and am very grateful at this second chance at life.
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:02 PM   #12
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life is all about change and it sounds like yours is changing for the better
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:03 PM   #13
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life is all about change and it sounds like yours is changing for the better
Yes it is Brian.
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:04 PM   #14
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:17 PM   #15
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For a time I lived a life that I wouldn't wish on anyone and have made it through and am very grateful at this second chance at life.
glad all is well sir... enjoy retirement, definitely sounds like you deserve it
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:28 PM   #16
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glad all is well sir... enjoy retirement, definitely sounds like you deserve it
Thx you,but I want and still need to do something. Something related to Golf hopefully,
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:30 PM   #17
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Thx you,but I want and still need to do something. Something related to Golf hopefully,
Do tell.
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Glad things are getting better
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:33 PM   #19
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As soon as it happens Mon,
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:33 PM   #20
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:35 PM   #21
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It's obvious The thread title isn't right. My bad,
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:38 PM   #22
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It's obvious The thread title isn't right. My bad,
Are you posting from your car?
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:41 PM   #23
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Are you posting from your car?
might as well be,my ex'es
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:44 PM   #24
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might as well be,my ex'es
I would love to hear your story.

You've been homeless for 2 years, living in your car the last 8 months, been on the forum for less then a month and so far bought an AirKing and a TT Sub?

You must be doing something right?
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Old 20 June 2017, 10:52 PM   #25
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I would love to hear your story.

You've been homeless for 2 years, living in your car the last 8 months, been on the forum for less the a month and so far bought an AirKing and a TT Sub?
Yup. Like I mentioned, the lump sum got me outta that situation. I worked for that for sure, but what a blessing at the right time.
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Old 20 June 2017, 11:17 PM   #26
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I was homeless as a child for a while. Best of luck, and make the most of any opportunity that is knocking at your door.
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Old 20 June 2017, 11:56 PM   #27
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I was homeless as a child for a while. Best of luck, and make the most of any opportunity that is knocking at your door.
Thanks Sir.
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Old 21 June 2017, 12:33 AM   #28
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I hope you soon find a place you can call home
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Old 21 June 2017, 12:36 AM   #29
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Thank you,me to.
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Old 21 June 2017, 01:32 AM   #30
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