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I saw the dog first. Her owner was looping Belle’s leash around the pole in front of the truck. I got out to pet the dog and talk to him. Johnny was a …

Apr 7

If I think about the last twenty-four hours, the best way to describe it is like a roller coaster. It started with trying to get in at the shelter whic…

Mar 29

In 2017 and 2018, artist and writer David Alan Goldberg created a series of illustrated magazines for Speak Up to chronicle aspects of life while homel…

David Alan Goldberg

Mar 24

I'm on the streets. But everywhere I turn, things are looking up.

Mar 22

How a beggar becomes an entrepreneur in 10 minutes

Mar 17

Gratitude for surviving the crash

Mar 15

An essay about Mike's best friend and a video not to miss

Mar 11

It has been a bit of a setback.

Feb 28

I have been granted two lives in one lifetime. One lonely, one loved. One lost, one led. One selfish, one selfless...

Feb 25

Cold and wet and homeless, we found refuge under a human-sized air dryer.

Feb 23

When facing homelessness, you make friends quickly. Losing them is heartbreaking. Here are three that I've lost.

Feb 16

My name is Lisa. I'm 49 years old. I am currently homeless and staying in a shelter with three other women.

Feb 3

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