I got one fer ya-- I woke up from a dream a Devil without a cause had a dream of a black chick ,white guy in the background i heard the Party Ode.Today im feeling like a Gangster from the Oldschool.
It's been a while.....
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It's been a while.....That Guy says (25 Oct '10)I was going to come in here with my usual cocky but charming demeanor. I was going to tell you how cool I am, how uncool most of you are, and probably bust it out in rhyme format. But, something happened moments ago that made me change my mind.
Some of you know, some of you might not, other probably do not care but I am living with my girlfriend Erica at her apartment. The neighborhood is middle class, hard working. The same type neighborhood that is struggling all across this state. The last couple of nights I have noticed a car parked across from mine in the parking lot. Usually i would give two shits, but my car was broken into a few weeks ago, so I pay extra attention to the surroundings and the people going in and out of the complex. Yesterday, the car pulled in around midnight and nobody got out. I watched and watched and the occupant stayed in the car. I thought about it all night, it actually bugged me. I woke up this morning, the car was still there, but left around 9am. I thought about it all day, and decided if the car returns, I am going to approach it, and ask whats going on.
About 10 minutes ago, the car returned. Same spot, same situation. I got dressed, walked out, and knocked on the window. I asked the gentleman what was going on, asked if he was sleeping there. He looked up at me, a tear in his eye, and responded yes sir. He told me he works as a busboy at the diner across the street and has no home, nowhere to go, only his car. IT BROKE MY HEART.
I offered him a bed, a shower, some food. He declined. I then let him know I unlocked the entrance door, and there was space in the basement if he needed to stay warm.
It is driving me crazy, because I wish there was more I could do. It also drives me crazy that perhaps I embarrassed him by approaching. I have struggled a lot over the last year. I always found a way to make it, whether i had to hustle, or had fam, friends, or a woman in my life help me out, i have been able to make it. It hurts me to see a young man, possibly with no family or friends to help, or maybe just too much pride to ask.
Tomorrow I will help him, or at least do something nice for him.
God Bless, and say a prayer for my new friend...
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I was going to come in here with my usual cocky but charming demeanor. I was going to tell you how cool I am, how uncool most of you are, and probably bust it out in rhyme format. But, something happened moments ago that made me change my mind.
Some of you know, some of you might not, other probably do not care but I am living with my girlfriend Erica at her apartment. The neighborhood is middle class, hard working. The same type neighborhood that is struggling all across this state. The last couple of nights I have noticed a car parked across from mine in the parking lot. Usually i would give two shits, but my car was broken into a few weeks ago, so I pay extra attention to the surroundings and the people going in and out of the complex. Yesterday, the car pulled in around midnight and nobody got out. I watched and watched and the occupant stayed in the car. I thought about it all night, it actually bugged me. I woke up this morning, the car was still there, but left around 9am. I thought about it all day, and decided if the car returns, I am going to approach it, and ask whats going on.
About 10 minutes ago, the car returned. Same spot, same situation. I got dressed, walked out, and knocked on the window. I asked the gentleman what was going on, asked if he was sleeping there. He looked up at me, a tear in his eye, and responded yes sir. He told me he works as a busboy at the diner across the street and has no home, nowhere to go, only his car. IT BROKE MY HEART.
I offered him a bed, a shower, some food. He declined. I then let him know I unlocked the entrance door, and there was space in the basement if he needed to stay warm.
It is driving me crazy, because I wish there was more I could do. It also drives me crazy that perhaps I embarrassed him by approaching. I have struggled a lot over the last year. I always found a way to make it, whether i had to hustle, or had fam, friends, or a woman in my life help me out, i have been able to make it. It hurts me to see a young man, possibly with no family or friends to help, or maybe just too much pride to ask.
Tomorrow I will help him, or at least do something nice for him.
God Bless, and say a prayer for my new friend...
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N i LOVE when u tell us how cool u r n how uncool most of us r...
Keep it comin...
hahahah
What a heart in that chest!
Thought for sure this story was gonna end in some violence or police intervention...
Glad u went out to check on the unknown driver in the car across the street...
Hope he is able to succeed and regain control of his life...
Thank you for caring for a stranger...
We never know when the stranger in need will be me, you or a loved one...
Nice payin it forward KevRock...
You must be good peeps!
To any who ever doubted how or why Kevin's friends are very loyal to him...this blog is your answer. This is the REAL Kevin...not Kevrock the internet entertainer. This is the Kevin I met and came to know, who showed his heart discreetly to a rare few 7 yrs ago, including me. I love him as I would a little brother...he's in my heart for life, deservingly and respectively so.
I wish I lived closer Kevin...cause I would happily try to help the young man right along with you. It sucks, just plain sucks, I hate it. There are so many suffering who don't deserve it in any way...and on the flip side, so many not suffering who should be...for taking advantage of those weaker and more vulnerable for whatever reason. Often I can't look anymore...it's too much for my heart to bear at times...the pain, suffering, abuse, neglect, that I witness most daily in some way, of many among our failing society, including innocent children. :(
I've not been around as much either, but very grateful I checked in tonight to answer some private messages, and strolled through blogs a bit to catch up with those here I do truly care about. Didn't expect to find you here my friend, so it was a blessing indeed...and your blogs brought a smile to my heart. You're gonna be okay, I've always known that, but still worry about those I care about...always gonna be a worrier, God built me that way, haha.
Love ya Kevin...and anytime you need me, you know where to find me...phone, email, home, whatever. :)
your a good guy with a heart of gold
It made his day im sure to have someone care
thats really cool of u to help him out
It's so hard. There are so many people in this situation. My own son was homeless for over 9 mos (I would sneak him in my apt. but i had a on site landlord and she threatened to have me thrown in jail...long story. Still didn't stop me, lol ). It just shows you have an open heart. Don't ever let yourself become hard, bitter or closed off. I'm proud of you Kevin and I know you didn't write this for kudos but for the whole shock and sadness of the experience. Keep out there and maybe he will allow himself to set his pride aside even for one night. Maybe you can give him a gift of a blanket, pillow, food, etc when he's either not in his car or asleep. Who know, maybe you will be the blessing that helps him find what he needs. Maybe his story just needed to be told. Blessings come from the strangest places! Big bear hugs to you Kev.
That was really kind of you! I am so impressed!
You are truly amazing my friend!!!!
Tough as nails exterior and a bad ass when you need to be, but with an extremely good heart and soul. Kevin, this is why you have always had my profound respect and will continue to have it forever. I love you for the person that you are, and I'm so proud of you. Erica is one lucky lady!
Way to put your money where your mouth is, you are an inspiration :)
wow ur a awesome guy... i would do same thing.. i agree with what G.W said we r in hard times and its gonna get worse..we all need to help each other out to make the world go around and live day to day ...
god bless you Kevin..
AAAWWWW Kevin that is so sweet of you, that guy will remember what you did for him the rest of his life. Its great when you can make a difference in someones life because my friend YOU just did with that man....
You Rock My Friend
Luv Ya
So, I looked a little deeper into the situation. The dude really is going through some tough times. He's working doubles daily to try and get out of debt, and finally get himself a place to stay. So, I took my paycheck, and negotiated a hotel room for him for the next week at a local hotel. I just gave him the key, and my phone number. We will see how it goes..
Gorillawoman, i agree, its the ONLY way we will make it.
yep
Bless you Kev, we all need to extend a hand to those suffering.
We all are having hard times, just some worse than others.
Help when and if you can, it is the only way we will make it.
such a sad story, it is heartbreaking--perhaps bringing him warm food and some clothes might help. again, offer a shower.
Having a family (that both cares and can help) is not only a blessing, its a gift--one that not all of us have. I hope this guy makes it, and finds a way to get a roof over his head.
and kudos to you KevRock for giving a shit.
Dang, I wanna help Watch your mail...
Love ya
Wow this breaks my heart too. And people think you're this evil guy, fuck them. And you're probably right he might have too much pride. I hope this guy lets you help him. Will think of him in prayer and others in his position as well.
God Bless you Kevin.