Why So Many Homeless

Sooooo . . . You want to know why America has so many homeless?  I was at the top of the class when a kid, often even a teacher's pet. I'm considered of above average intelligence. But I can't get and keep a regular job due to multiple disabilities. I haven't given up hope, mind you -- I'm going to a job interview today -- and I will keep looking for work.

But as a very wise person once said, "LOOKING for work doesn't make you any money."

Indeed it does not.

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