homeless? unwanted? unloved? by annied

homeless? unwanted? unloved?

"There is much suffering in the world - physical, material, mental. The suffering of some can be blamed on the greed of others. The material and physical suffering is suffering from hunger, from homelessness, from all kinds of diseases. But the greatest suffering is being lonely, feeling unloved, having no one. I have come more and more to realize that it is being unwanted that is the worst disease that any human being can ever experience."
-- Mother Teresa (1910-1998)
A heartbreaking peek into reality. Thanks for sharing this sensitive image.
November 12th, 2014  
This is a great image. I have often wondered how they cope in winter. I have seen and been near lots of homeless people in Melbourne while shooting early in the mornings. They can be very crafty in their efforts to survive. But it really is a sad scene.
November 12th, 2014  
Such a complex and fraught issue - a very sensitive image.
November 12th, 2014  
@karlow75 Imagine how they cope in winter in a state like Maine. The truth is if they don't get into shelter sometimes they don't survive the nights here. But hey I know people who blame them for not having jobs. You can always get a job they say. Hope they never loss theirs in this market. Sorry I am the only liberal in my work place and many days I just want to scream.
November 12th, 2014  
A wonderful candid shot Annie. So well captured
November 12th, 2014  
nicely edited
November 12th, 2014  
Looks like this was a sneaky snap Annie!
November 12th, 2014  
I hadn't heard this quote before and wasn't at all surpised that it was from Mother Teresa. She was so right of course and sadly, this individual is one of countless tens of thousands suffering from this particular blight.
November 12th, 2014  
What a sad scene. I used to have lots of dealings with homeless people when I worked closely with the Sacred Heart Mission when we lived in Melbourne. All these people need is someone who takes the time to care. It is a very worthwhile cause and very humbling.
November 12th, 2014  
@amandal @karlow75 @kittikat @joansmor @derekvickers @scolgs @nicholas @vignouse @onewing
thank you all for your thoughtful comments - sadly it is a common sight around Sydney
Babs sometimes all that is needed is a smile or kind word - a bit of conversation
November 13th, 2014  
Such true and meaningful words! And a very great image to go with it Annie!
November 13th, 2014  
This is a very moving photo.
It's too bad that the truly homeless people are often overlooked because of the fakers who are just trying to get money the easy way.
These words are so very true, Mother Teresa was a true saint
Well done
November 13th, 2014  
@eyesmile thank you Gena - hope you are well :)
@mikekutz thanks Mike - it is true about the ones overlooked because of the others - an amazing woman Mother Teresa
November 13th, 2014  
This image goes so well with Mother Teresa's quote which I totally agree with. Well done, Annie.
November 13th, 2014  
Awesome in every way!!!!!!!!!
November 13th, 2014  
Very touching reminder. Sadly many have mental health issues are overlooked and underfunded.
November 13th, 2014  
How poignant. Well done.
November 13th, 2014  
You never know what the story is, or the reasons why. But it doesn't mean one should turn a blind eye. This shot is very respectful and well-done.
November 13th, 2014  
@olivetreeann thank you so much - that is a lovely compliment
November 13th, 2014  
@kareenking @sbolden @kathiecb @voiceprintz
thank you so much - I am trying to get to yours too - I feel like I have missed much over the last couple of weeks
November 13th, 2014  
Very touching words and such a poignant shot to go with it. I believe the words are right; any misfortune is easier to bear together
November 13th, 2014  
Are you sneaking be behind? At least he is wanted by your camera.
November 14th, 2014  
@susale it is Suse - thank you
November 14th, 2014  
@nicholas @yaorenliu it was a sneaky one but only because I did not want to offend and I just saw it as I turned and it seemed right
November 14th, 2014  
I knew, I feel so bad the other day after I took a photo of a homeless man. He just ignored me, and set himself on the bench to sleep, made me feel even smaller. I wish that I can help in some way.
November 14th, 2014  
@yaorenliu I know what you mean - I am thinking about going for a city walk and just stopping to chat a while
November 14th, 2014  
Love your comment from Mother Teresa. So true and I feel so much for those without anyone to specifically love and want them. I have a friend who is homeless and we try to be a friend and help when we can. Sometimes it seems like he doesn't want our help. Difficult to understand.
November 14th, 2014  
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