Austin Homeless Man Shares Powerful Prophecy and on Criminalizing Homelessness
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- Cheech relocated to Austin to try and jumpstart his career as a chef. Because he was homeless with mental and physical disabilities, he wasn't able to maintain employment. Cheech has homeless in Austin, Texas now for four years.
I honestly could sit and listen to Cheech all day long. He is brilliant and very knowledgeable about homelessness and the social services system. Because of his disability, Cheech is getting Social Security; however, that is not enough to pay for rent. When I asked him about qualifying for housing, he responded that a lot of people are getting housing, but there are still a lot of people that have been homeless for years not getting housed.
During my stay in Austin, I met one man who was outside for 34 years and several others homeless for 20 years and 10 years. In many cities, homeless services are doing better than they ever have but because of the affordable housing crisis, more people are entering into homelessness than they are able to get out of homelessness.
Cheech shared something that is so profound that it blew me away. He went on to forecast how a rich man, a cop, and a minimum wage worker would be treated by other homeless people when they ended up on the streets. Cheech's prophesy I believe is spot on. What do you think? Let us know in the comments.
Cheech is very knowledgable on homelessness in Austin. He shares about attending city council meetings and the growing criminalization of homelessness.
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I love ur channel and caring spirit 💫❤️ NewJersey ❤❤😊
His spirit seems so genuine, he needs to be protected.
@Peter Smith Wrong
I believe something holy is protecting this man … people like this are salt of the earth
Nick Butler
He has a pure spirit. His eyes.❤️
He already is
Unlikely. They can be educated but they will always have street smart or they wouldn't be standing there talking.
There are 20 million empty homes in America and 5 million homeless people. Something is wrong.
Peggy Clinton greed
They are driving inflation up.
- Build bigger, more luxurious homes
- Workers ask for more money
- Oblige & then inflation goes up.
@@qx4n9e1xp
- Federal Reserves prints more money to bail out the big banks and Wall Street.
- Inflation goes up.
It's called PROPERTY VALUE versus HUMAN and LIFE VALUE. Property values WON. Jesus spoke about this 2000 years ago in Roman Judea. And he WARNED against this and BEHOLD where we are today .
Lambs to the slaughter program
I know him, he used to be downtown Austin by the library, I used to be homeless with him. I'm happy to see he's still making
I'm glad you aren't homeless anymore.
He is the most interesting guy I have seen in these videos. I could listen to him for days.
What’s your story? Did you make it out of being homeless?
Interesting guy
Ur not homeless anymore? That’s great if u got help. Happy for u
This man may be labeled bi-polar and mentally ill...but he’s actually far more sane and intelligent than the majority of society who labels him...I hope the very best for him.
Being bi-polar has nothing to do with how intelligent you are. Many very intelligent people suffer from this mental illness.
agreed
So damn true
In our city there are tons of non homeless people out there. The stories I could tell.
There is a new kind of homeless people nowadays. Entire families of kids and Mom, educated people, people that lost their job, home or tragedy. Many work. I don't give them money. I give snacks, drinks, and brown lunches when I get the chance.
“THIS IS ALL A MAN MADE PROBLEM” no truer words have EVER been spoken!
Wow. What a cool and intelligent guy
Very.. Perceptive and true.
Homelesspeoplearethenicestpeopleifind
Homelesspeoplearethenicestpeopleihavefound
I'd love to know how he is getting on today.
The people who wrote comments above have said he made it out of homelessness.
He's so intelligent, with an analytical, logical mind.
“I’m not homeless, I’m houseless. It just sucks I have to be houseless in my own home.” POWERFUL!! Great interview, yet so sad smh
What he said was very deep, and sad. I'm going to do something about this.
@@RiaG777 so.....what have you done? It's been 9 months. Teach me.
Real talk when he says that any one of us could become homeless due to a natural or man-made disaster.
May 2020 this reply here. No more words needed
Yes or an accident or sickness
Very true- anytime anyday
Glad I live in Switzerland.
@Customcalendars4u2 you speak the truth my friend.
NO ONE.... AND I MEAN ABSOLUTELY NO ONE DESERVES TO BE HOMELESS, PERIOD. EVER-!
@You You
Like yourself.......?
@You You
What are you even babbling about with your nonsense-!?!
@You You --- Someone forgot to take their meds today-!
@You You I work with homeless people daily and NO MOST are NOT moochers NOR addicts. People that THINK like YOU make me sick!!
You got to ask what is the government doing for the people after collecting all that money from them?
I met Cheech few years ago when I stayed at a downtown shelter. (I'm camping now)
Such an intelligent and kind man Thank You for sharing His story!
i hope you are doing good too if you you’re homeless as well
@@Apollo_13_ Thank you! Life is much better since relocating to another state, have been inside 2 yrs and counting. I'm ever so grateful 💚
@@laneyb9540 good to know hope you the best
God bless him and all decent people everywhere
god bless comrade
This man is great to listen to. He has a great spirit and soul. It seems like our system pushes guys like that down and lifts up the wrong qualities if you ask me.
WE ARE NOT EXEMPT!
that's what it does, yes. feeding our animal side 24/7 which also veils our true nature spirit.
in this day and age it is sickening obvious.
@You You a wicked one ... a beautiful phrase for example is this one: "do we get what we want or do we want what we are given?" ... social engineering is a thing, my friend.
@You You well, off course not.
but being conscious about ones surroundings makes these choices easier, I guess ... and it's quite interesting to look a little deeper in how certain behaviour can, was and is being manufactured by ruling positions. in today times and in history
@You You From my perspective, the system is designed to promote greed, lack of compassion/empathy, lack of trust, self-promotion, and even arguably violence and hate. Yes, you're right everyone is responsible for themselves and they have to make good life choices for themselves but that is isn't the issue with the system. The issue is the negative aforementioned qualities that become promoted in our society. Some people just don't have the thick skin to tolerate the BS of our system. We need to promote compassion and support for our most vulnerable. It feels like we are all scared to care for our left behind because by doing so we risk losing what we have. Its the attitude of feeling like it'll never happen to you until it actually does. Did you still make the right choices then?
I have a roof over my head..The road still calls my heart because society is run by a huge crime syndicate we think protects and cares for us.....I don't want any part of it...I know change begins with me no matter where I am in life.
I completely agree, and when I ran into the little girl, in downtown, Austin, i was at a loss as to what to do. I really didn't have anything I could do for her, except give her what little cash I had on me. That was far from anything she needed. Terrible, and yes; the gmen (and those behind them, the actual gmen) could not care less. (I run into their kind, all the time, and despise them.)
It's a bipartisan issue it both side are lobbied up by the homeless industrial complex, both political parties are at fault.
@@RetireandGo The East is worse and has more nuclear reactors...
@AllGuts NoGlory Love one another...When you don't feel like helping someone in obvious need. Do it...Deny yourself!
@@annebeck58 Love your enemy. Feed them... They will question what they are doing in their hearts.
Homelessness is the act of not caring about humanity and greed!.
“Those who mock the poor insult their maker”
@ B. Rippy - What’s your excuse asshole?
Nope , its about throwing God out of our lives so that we can be alcoholics, & use drugs, & hurt young people & old , so they will run away & leave every thing , its because of child abuse , serious bad sin that are in families & behind closed doors , not black & white .
I grew up with said people who secretly and openly beat the heck out of others , molested them , stole their childhood & mom & brother from them , I've been homeless because of these monsters , have talked with others in my shoes how messed up they feel inside like something bad got to them & it did , don't have to wear just one pair of shoes , lots of reasons why people become homeless , no no lie ok 😢💖
@@proudchristian77 yeah, i got beat and sexually abused. put on the patriot act list for speaking out against unconstitutional wars and so forth. there are no excuses. i still ask for forgiveness and strength in Christ. my only point is, why don;'t you hate the trillionaire satanists that run the place as much as you do their victims? here is the answer, they control the space between your temples.
He sees thing very clearly and I dare say he's not homeless, he's free.
"It sucks that I have to be "houseless", in my own home" . . . that's some wisdom right there. Powerful!!!
I have a roof over my head by grace of God and my best friend. I can fit everything I own in a suitcase. I'm 40. Thanks for these videos. They sure help open eyes.
Amen! I have a roof too! I have never felt above the less fortunate, because I'm not! I believe God will soon bring us into his kingdom where homelessness is a thing of the past. 💛💙💜💚❤😀😃😄
Same 👍
@@Sunstarpunk It is tough. I'm sure you've made your friend aware how much you appreciate what they've done and hopefully things will look up for you. I wish you and everyone else who understands all the best.
@@Sunstarpunk I am very happy for you ☺
God doesnt exist better thank your best friend twice
Cheech is awesome! He’s intelligent, insightful & knows what’s really going on. I believe he won’t be “houseless” forever. He’s gonna make it. God Bless Man!!!💜
@Under Doggg if you actually listened in the beginning he did say his name is Cheech.
I pray that you are right.
What a charismatic feller.
If someone can pray for me I’m 21 I need a roof over my head :/
Praying for you!!!! Jesus loves you and WILL meet your needs.. just have faith ... it has got me through too many trails to even count
God bless you
Kathy H Thank you! I appreciate you
Deep Thoughts prayers sent ur way.
wilma cambata Much love thank you
#Deep Thoughts @Deep Thoughts I have some land in Caldwell, TX that someone needs to get some use out of it. It has a freight trailer that has had half of it insulated. You can email me at yahoo with my name in all lower case letters as one word. emmabeverage
Best moment was when he says , “ you know what you got the guy who make 100k over there, the cop , who knows how much he makes and the city worker you know he makes minimum wage. And when the disaster strikes it don’t matter if it’s man made , natural or unnatural they are going to be right here with us and the funny thing is man we are going to help them.” Something to that effect. This man has empathy and compassion in his heart , what a gentile soul he seems to be.
he is homeless but he is a smart man, don't judge people because you cold be next, stay strong my brother.
Amen
You two don't have a clue. This guy is a terrible homeless man!
The key to being homeless is not to look homeless. You have to have a cell phone number and a PO box with a street address! He gets a government check!
Nobody asks if he's done time.
Nobody asks if he's using drugs.
People like this have no right reproducing. They just create more homelessness.
He looks like hell. And he isn't being honest with himself. He has a victim mentality. We all have our cross to bare.
We don't know this guy's history.
If he truly has PTSD , he should join the VFW or American Legion.
He won't take responsibility for his own situation in life. He's pointing outwards. He should be looking inwards.
@@raymonddeflaviis2306 it's not that serious, maybe he can't afford a place to stay with a low income, have to have low income housing.
@@Beautiful13818 u got that right Marie.
@@dorawilliams4628 "It's not that serious?" Really....you wouldn't last a week on the street, before going mad. Women need a nest. They go crazy, real quick, on the street. You are another clueless individual on this thread. Urban homelessness is perilous.
Wow, this guy has had to see and deal with a lot of crap. Seems like a good soul. I rather this person be my neighbor or someone to count on than the psycos that call themselves cops.
Right on.
When people suffer a tragedy they may become better people.
The cops are chosen because they fit a certain psychological profile, seen a few good ones still, but a shift is underway.
You can't paint all cops with a broad brush, very small minded.
This is the smartest man you've ever interviewed...Very remarkable man, very knowledgable. he's the kind of guy that could help people out through his breadth of understanding. Best of luck!!!
This guy is smarter than 99 percent of people out there just for keeping all his information and he is homeless , speak for itseld
Homelessness will only go up, people are living on thin ice, and system build on top of a house of cards all it takes is a little wind to knock the whole thing down.
beetle king love your comment. So true!
I agree, housing is getting higher and higher
I know I'm only a doorway from being homeless
beetie king, so true. even stevie wonder can see whats coming.
Or someone taking cards from the bottom of this Tower of Babel. :)
Not homeless, houseless! That was exactly my saying when I was homeless in Austin a few years ago. Wherever you are you're home. 😍
Yes a city can be your home.
..Living out there is as street smart as one could be and observing as much possible. We all need a need(s).
synergistic WE Home is where your heart is 😍☺️
synergistic WE ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@@ateekahmitik324 exactly 😍
it is easier for a camel to fit through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven.
So many souls selling out for a life of unhappy wealth....
Bris Vegas correct.
Their wealth Is not authentic wealth. It is not Gods wealth ❤️
I like that very good comment
Bris Vegas truth
When money means nothing.
Blessings to this beautiful human being and the great interviewer! Love this channel for giving a voice to the voiceless!
Interesting conversation I wish him well he is very clued up about what is going on in the world than majority of people I know who just sit around playing video games all day and don't know anything this guy is out there and knows the game..very profound I could listen to him all day. He knows things. In fact I listened to this video twice. God bless this man
I got chills/goose bumps listening about the 11:00 mark-he is soooooooooooooo spot on!!!!
Yep...
Bingo!
@Field Of Carnations yet democrats the only ones rioting and killing thier own...austin is liberal btw
I got chills too. Spot on indeed!
There is more humanity in Cheech's words than all the preachers' and politicians' speeches and sermons combined.
I met Cheech a few months ago in rehab really good guy and I’m happy to say he’s doing really well!
Is he good? or housed?
20:50 he drops some wisdom, finishing with "It sucks, alright, that I have to be houseless... in my own home" -Cheech 2019 ...hard truths right there.
doesn't hurt to be street smart. and that he is..
You both speak the truth!!!! Homelessness is everywhere - in more places then people know. It is so refreshing to see good souls come together. I was homeless for two years. God Bless You Two🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
I really appreciate this mans truth narrative based on experience. God bless him and I hope all his needs will be met quickly.
This guy is spot on. He’s telling the truth.
🙏 This World needs more love & compassion 🙏 ❤ Thank you for sharing ❤🌎🙏
Amen.
@You You But for the grace of God there we all go.....
This was a really good interview, Mark 💜
This gentleman is very articulate intelligent man-
America is a christian country right. Prove it folks. Prove it. Call your polititions and vote out trump.
This guy is very aware, very emotionally smart. I wish him the best, he deserves it!
We have a huge problem ,
@You You ok
wisdom he holds!!
@You You its to bad you hold none!!!
😍Let us all pray for this man and all our homeless brothers and sisters out there in need!💔 If you ain't a part of the solution you ARE a part of the problem..so I do hope you do stop and pray. Prayer is the solution!..And prayer goes hand in hand with action!
“It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society.”
~ Jiddu. Krishnamurti~
He is soooo intelligent and insightful....
Wicked troll.. you sound so foolish!
Army of Gog / The substance of a human being is their heart and soul. You are clearly shallow minded with a black heart.
Army of Gog you might be Native American, but I think it might be interesting for you to have a closer listen and understanding of the teachings of your elders. I think you might find some more interesting stuff then looking down on and critising people that have no accès to medical and dental care and getting by the best they can
Great Video Mark...Cheech is very knowledgeable about what is going on,and smart,I hope he gets affordable housing
This man is smart, informed and compassionate. I can see him succeed at a myriad of trades and careers. He’s vital. Everyone has something to contribute. He has a lot. Along with housing and healthcare, some vocational training/opportunities would be great.
😔 a great sorrow i feel for you. For much was given only to fall upon deaf ears blind eyes & stagnate body.
This man has more common sense than all of us.
Damn. Talk about exposing the truth.. Its about time..
AMEN!!! He is home just houseless!!! May Jesus Christ bless and watch over you!!! THE MEEK SHALL INHERIT THE NEW EARTH!!!
S.W.S Ministries That's right my sweet dear!!! Happening soon!! Love you😊💖
Amen Jesus is coming, the Illuminati & the secret Societies are the work of the Devil.
Thank you all! So many people don't believe now a days!!!
@@s.w.sministries4873 yeah brother in Christ we need to warn save the lost for the kingdom of God is at hand. Becuz police officers are part of the Freemasons which a secret society which is evil like the guy in the video talking about the so called cops, I don't like cops for many reasons regarding this being one of the reasons that he talks the guy in the video so.
Where is Jesus????????where is GOD? ?????????we're all on are own,RISE UP WISE UP TO AUTHORITY
"It sucks because I have to be houseless in my own home." Damn...
"I'm not homeless. I was born and bred in the United States...I'm houseless."
This really has to be the quotation of the year. Priceless. And unbelievable that this gentleman, Cheech, with such a brilliant mind, originality and power of expression, should be in such a situation....I hope you have made your way out of it Cheech. Or that you are travelling with your wardog alongside, out of choice, not compulsion.
I absolutely love what I've seen of this fellow's character, verbal expressions, and communication style. I could have listened to him for hours, as he does have wisdom and life experience. I hope he gets housed, gets proper medical attention, and is able to find at least a part-time job as a cook again.
God bless Cheech and God bless invisible people★peace
Justice, Mercy, Humility, Restoration, this is the work... 👷
John Emerick ❤️😍 Love you dear!!!!😊
@@ateekahmitik324 I got it from a Bible verse... 🙏"What Does the Lord Require of You? to Act Justly and to Love Mercy and to Walk Humbly With Your God."
@@ateekahmitik324 and don't tell me you love me... 🙃you don't know me 🤕 th-cam.com/video/F7-UIwHwiOc/w-d-xo.html
John Emerick I can tell anyone I want that I love them. You are to love your neighbors. That's one of Gods Laws. Don't tell me what to do, be grateful that you're loved!
@@ateekahmitik324 Never seek to tell thy love; Love that never told can be. For the gentle wind does move silently... invisibly👥
Such an intriguing man. I wish people would start opening their eyes and listen . The thing is, they just might teach you a few things. Thanks for posting another important video!
I hope this man has found a beautiful home or finds a beautiful home very very soon ❤️ What a wonderful man ❤️ He deserves only the best ❤️
There's a high likelihood that, due to my own personal struggles, none of which involve drugs or alcohol, that I will be homeless in the near future, with no means nor the wherewithal to change my circumstances.
Over the years, I have taken in people off the streets, let them sleep in my car at night, held regular get togethers, kept food, clothes and blankets on hand (sometimes getting a knock on my window in the middle of the night), let them do laundry and take showers. I got their mail, because you need an address. Phone service. Helped a few in the crew to take classes at the college where I worked. Even got an attorney when a couple of the guys had been physically abused by a local business. They were friends of mine. Like, 15 of them are dead now... maybe 3 are still alive. Still homeless.
I've seen how things happen to people, and realized how precarious is my own position in life. "There but for the grace of God go I." I've seen what homelessness can do to people...
For me, I'd rather be dead. And I won't go quietly.
Stuart Edwards I pray for you .
@@susanbrown2909 Thanks, Susan. I'm grateful to have had my eyes opened.
That was a great thing you did. People dont realize it's the small things that can make a homeless person day. Just taking a shower is really huge
It's painful to read your account. It isn't right that someone who has done so much for the homeless , an invisble demographic, should end up among them. It's so rotten unfair.
Really praying for you. Wish I could help. I pray someone does. God bless.
Those in power are worried, no wonder the cops are getting more militaristic
godstomper As they should be, The creator God is on the Earth, and about to be revealed.
Do you Think bro? I am not going to argue with you. You're speaking a bunch of babble bs. This is Gods creation not yours.
Under Doggg I am sorry you feel that way about yourself, get well soon. Xo
what an awesome man. I would rather spend my time talking to him, then 98% of the people I know. I love his wishes too. God bless him.
Best interview I have seen on this subject. I love this guy. It is people like him that can make a differance. So intelligent and well spoken. I sure hope he finds happiness. I could listen to him all day. Sending much love.
Be blessed ! Thanks Mark
He's very intelligent and articulate. And absolutely right, It's planned! There's no priority to get people off the street. There's many cabable people who'd happily do construction work with donated materials. People who can cook. How many vacant properties in Detroit deteriorating?
We should send the homeless from Austin to Detroit.
@@FeralNitrous would be nice if an actual program existed to help people and at the same time make use of vacant delapidated houses. It's very humbling to have a personal crisis and end up homeless.
There is homelessness in Detroit and an overwhelming amount of abandoned homes that need to be demolished. A problem that is just now being addressed.
nothing that happens is an accident ! HE IS RIGHT !
Wow, I could imagine sitting and talking to this man for days. God bless him and ALL those in this horrible situation that SHOULDN’T even be a thing. This man is DEFINITELY in the know. This is one of THE most memorable, touching interviews I’ve seen yet.
Listening to this mans injuries makes me extremely grateful that I live in a country with public health care, it’s not perfect and could be better but I couldn’t imagine walking around with broken bones and bad knees. I really wish you the best of luck.
Jo Nanna And the bloody Liberals keep hacking at it all the time.
This guy is so right about all this division between people. And unfortunately he’s right, ALOT of us are falling for it
WHAT AN AWESOME MAN, YOU ARE SO WASTED ON THE STREETS, WITHOUT YOUR HOUSE, I WILL PRAY FOR YOU!! LOVE FROM THE UK ❤️❤️❤️❤️
These videos are eye-opening and pretty powerful. I have been binge-watching them for the last few days. I've never really even thought about the difficulty of getting housing or whether or not homeless people choose/want to remain homeless. I didn't realize how absolutely normal many of these homeless people seem to be. Thanks for educating me.
This is my favorite man you have interviewed. Love this man
He literally pawned my PlayStation the day before Christmas when I was little
So maybe his “houselessness” is Karma for that act???
Maybe he was trying to pay rent.
Maybe he was trying to get you an Xbox
jwilliams1396 is he your real father? Are you talking about the man in the video?
V K sure is
William Elliott He told his 8 year old twin boys that their PlayStation “needed fixed” and he pawned it.
I raised them with no help at all from him. His mother would watch the boys while I worked. “Cheech” just happened to be in town for a while and was staying with his mom. He wasn’t paying for anything except alcohol and drugs. He betrayed his children for $30. I had to pay to get it back, but my kids have to live with that memory if their father.
His heart is so rich. God please bless this man and provide him with the shelter and dignity in his life. Protect him!
I've watched a ton of your videos but of all the ones I have seen - this one might be the most profound, most engaging and convincing of them all - everything Cheech says is riveting and on-point and perfectly summarized and presented. I really appreciate your commitment and passion for your videos plus the fact that you allow your subjects to speak at length without interrupting them and allowing us (the viewers) to truly understand their perspective. thank-you
ive been homeless off n on for the past 10 years n this guy knows whats up
Thank you Mark. I always learn something from the people you meet.
This one is one of your best interviews in my opinion. God Bless Him and your work. Thank you so much for bringing these outstanding individuals to our attention. Stay Amazing
You are so right one thing can change your life. I got injured at work and my life has been hell every since. SSI ISN'T ENOUGH TO LIVE ON. Many people that are homeless are not bums, they were hard-working people. One thing can change your whole life.
If their not making money off of you they don't help you spot on he hit the nail on the head
16:00 yup. With the murder that recently happened, and the witness to the murder being killed aswell. We all know damn well something disgusting is happening deep within our society
These people have more sense than the rich these cops are gangsters in badges
Man speaking the truth. It's been my life experience the people with the least will help others when they're down and out the most. May God bless him.
one of the best conversations on TH-cam be bless brother
The grass isnt greener on the other side it's how you water it where you're at
Easy life,"" true words,. "" I will only grow and prosper if it it well taken of...
Some how nothing more inspiring than a homeless man.❤❤
He is the most intelligent and interesting man I’ve seen in a long time in the streets. God bless him 🙏
Wish I could do more 😓
The government’s have failed us!
Uk 🇬🇧
I often think of you, I saw your video when it came out & I've just found it again. I do hope you have somewhere now, you are an impressive guy, God be with you!!
I've actually seen homeless people in Europe, they look and feel the same.
That was the street entertainers you seen
#Darius Thurman, That is because the same evil is controlling the world.
Darius Thurman there is a devastating homeless problem in U.K., it’s everywhere
Its hard to break a man who can live with his or her self
Beauty conversation, reality 100 percent.
Stay safe fella, you truly are an inspirational man.
Hugs from Ontario Canada
what a beautiful individual, we really can only fix things, anything, through solidarity and love.
The system makes money out of homeless people.
It makes money out of everyone.
Lina Ash Yea, but if they're making money out of people who can't even help themselves, but are placed in the very situation they are in because of the system. Then that should say a lot.
how do they make money out of homeless people? no sarcasm. just how do they actually make money from homeless people?
Andrew yang is the only presidential candidate that is talking about this serious issue. Universal basic Income is what America need. It will get the boot off people throat
@@MichaelHarrisonDTOrg The money that's donated as well as the tax money that's set aside by some communities to house homeless people is often not actually used to help homeless people at all.
This is a solid man
This wonderful Man is astounding. The insight he has is just....well mind blowing! These kind of people have the tools in their toolbox to fix the problems. God Bless him
Sir, I raise my glass to you for your honestly.
This man is intelligent and it is messed up how when everything falls down they have no shelter at all.
It's better to be street smart than housed stupid. You'll be the ones that will die in the streets.
I'm houseless but I'm home... Love this guy.
Will someone over there give this guy a room please, he is such a good soul & honest, I watched this over a year back & still periodically come back to see it again. I really hope & pray for him with the current covid condition, God bless you & love you & keep you sir ❤️
I've watched this video a few times, how prophetic
Thanks he has a great voice and he is thoughtful
I know his world.
This shit is so sad, all of it, what is happening in this country, 35 years in my life and this is the worst ive ever seen it. Were in a depression but no one sees it and the economic depression really hasnt hit yet...I remember better times...the 80s, the 90s, heck the early 2000s.....this right now is some scary shit. We need to pull together...that there is what is different these days.
Btw; to Cheech, I think I ran into that little girl, a day and half before him. I saw her (long, dark, hair.. doe eyes, terrified, and blubbering-crying..) down on Red River, across from Swan Dive (I shoot music in the area.) She was just sitting on the sidewalk, in her pajama bottoms and long-sleeved tee, crying. I stopped (nobody stopped -- it was weird!) and asked if I could do anything. It was one or two in the morning.. she said, "I don't have anywhere to sleep." That was it. Sadly, for her, I am poor. I cleaned out my bag, of all the money I had, and it was less than $5, I am sure.
I really didn't know what else to do for her. Calling cops, for that, is counter to anything reasonable. It was terribly sad. Little girl. Tiny feet, covered in the black of Austin exhaust and human sweat.., and I should have thought to video it.., but no, wasn't the right time or person. She was really out of place, there.
Maybe it would have helped to find her a place to sleep, if not in your house, maybe in your car, or yard or something. She was probably scared to death.
@@Babu-kr3cr See? You have made some assumptions there. I do not have a car. I was taking a bus home (and only left myself my bus pass.) I do not have, "a yard or something". I live and work in two tiny rooms, so no; could not have taken her to my place. Maybe you can go downtown and start collecting people. I am not really able to do so.
@@johnw5584 1. Cops do not solve problems. 2. being homeless, in Austin, is (famously) not a crime. 3. Her age would not matter. There are more than a few homeless kids downtown.
@@annebeck58 Okay well she might be dead now. So maybe it would have been better to let her sleep in one of the tiny rooms or at least to have found her a safer place to stay and then come back to check on her. She probably would have gladly slept on the floor.
@@Babu-kr3cr You obviously don't understand how things work in real life. I have allowed homeless people to stay with me, three times, and each time, I was threatened with eviction. You know nothing of this girl. I know nothing of her except what I saw. I did what I could, at the time (2 a.m, on a Sunday.) I bet it is more than you have done. If you feel you are the most virtuous, and you have the answers, solve the homeless crisis we so obviously have.
I couldn't even get her to my home. A bus pass is good for one person. Buses are not free, in Austin, any more. (I think they ended the ozone action days to stop homeless riding buses all day and night in the heat.)
Sending you lots of love Cheech!