Based on some of the negative reactions this article has unexpectedly garnered today, I'll make a couple of general statements.
Firstly, my project has evolved in so many ways over the years precisely because I allow the women I help to guide me to be more effective for them. I don't pretend to know it all but I also don't need someone essentially telling me I'm clueless about homelessness, in particular, and how to help, in general. I'm open to suggestions but I do not tolerate disrespect.
Secondly, some folks seem fixated on complaining that I talk and write about this project so often. To them, it's all ego and I'm just looking for praise. Please allow me to retort: If I didn't keep this project in the public eye, I never could've gotten the funding I need to keep it going. And if this was just about ego, would I wear myself to the bone and give myself foot problems from carrying so many supplies?
Trust me, when this Substack blows up and I have a much bigger paying audience, you'll never hear me mention "Helping Homeless Women - NYC" again. I'll fund it myself and only share anecdotes with friends.
Finally, and I was hoping I didn't have to do this, but I will make a post tomorrow to lay out my comments policy. My apologies in advance to all the cool people who regularly gather here.
37 Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? 38 And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? 39 And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ 40 And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’
On Buddhism. A center opened in our area that was going to teach meditation. Into the first lesson, it was explained that when you close your eyes, the light you see is you. Changed my perspective on things.
Beautiful post 💜
This is a core part of a true Dao. I'm grateful for it. It strengthens anyone who gets involved.
You have such a beautiful heart, Mickey.
(And I love the term, upaguru, referring to the guru sitting next to you.)
Based on some of the negative reactions this article has unexpectedly garnered today, I'll make a couple of general statements.
Firstly, my project has evolved in so many ways over the years precisely because I allow the women I help to guide me to be more effective for them. I don't pretend to know it all but I also don't need someone essentially telling me I'm clueless about homelessness, in particular, and how to help, in general. I'm open to suggestions but I do not tolerate disrespect.
Secondly, some folks seem fixated on complaining that I talk and write about this project so often. To them, it's all ego and I'm just looking for praise. Please allow me to retort: If I didn't keep this project in the public eye, I never could've gotten the funding I need to keep it going. And if this was just about ego, would I wear myself to the bone and give myself foot problems from carrying so many supplies?
Trust me, when this Substack blows up and I have a much bigger paying audience, you'll never hear me mention "Helping Homeless Women - NYC" again. I'll fund it myself and only share anecdotes with friends.
Finally, and I was hoping I didn't have to do this, but I will make a post tomorrow to lay out my comments policy. My apologies in advance to all the cool people who regularly gather here.
Mickey, how very noble of you.
Matthew 25:
37 Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? 38 And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? 39 And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ 40 And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’
On Buddhism. A center opened in our area that was going to teach meditation. Into the first lesson, it was explained that when you close your eyes, the light you see is you. Changed my perspective on things.
🥳🙏💫🥰💚💜💗💥✊
Beautiful!