A long time ago, before blogs and podcasts, people used to gather around fireplaces to share stories.

Humans have always been creative beings - we have been since the first people carved tools out of stone or painted on cave walls.

The word "homelessness" has significant weight. However, the phrase belies a group of people that are dispersed over several cities and nations, each with their own unique story.

Imagine yourself strolling down a city street, the type you have undoubtedly crossed many times in the past. A man is sitting on the pavement with bags all around him and a cardboard sign that says, "Anything helps."

Let me take you back to a moment you’ve probably seen or lived through: a group of friends gathered, laughing, sharing stories, and just being there for one another. Now, picture one of them smiling, laughing along, but inside, they’re barely holding it together.