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		willvarfar on Nov 18, 2013 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: What It's Like to Fail Finding friends for kids to stay with even short term is doable because grown ups take pity. Finding friends that'll let you stay - the threat being for extended periods - is a damn sight harder? Why do you think his pride stopped him accepting help? Would you put up someone down on their luck?

jaynos on Nov 19, 2013 [–]

Would I put up someone down on their luck? Yes. In an instant. No questions asked. Whether they were a friend or just an acquaintance.

willvarfar on Nov 19, 2013 | [–]

Then find a local shelter and befriend someone. Do your bit!

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