Slipping into poverty [View all]
Living only on SSDI, no retirement, no Ira, and going through savings, I now sell my blood plasma to make ends meet. It's a humbling experience.
How could I have fallen so far?
I have started bringing a journal when I donate and talk to people. These are the poorest, most vulnerable people in my area. I would like to share this experience in a real and honest way.
Maybe something good will come out of my situation. I'd like to not worry about food and meds. But this is my life now.
Others have it worse than I do. The $40 made from donating that day give them money for meds, debts, food, and substances for the addicted.
I come home, to my air conditioned house with electricity, water, and internet. I have become very grateful for these simple necessities.
Anyhow, I'll share the story if I ever finish it.
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