PART 11

A Question About Money

Two days later, Walter’s history began to make more sense.

Keisha explained that he had not always been homeless.

He had maintained city vehicles for almost three decades.

When his wife became ill, he reduced his hours to care for her.

After she died, medical bills and a poorly timed layoff consumed what little savings remained.

Walter disliked telling the story because he thought it sounded like an excuse.