I used to believe in the American dream that meant a job, credit, success£®I wanted it and worked toward it like everyone else, all of us separately chasing the same thing£®

One year, through a series of unhappy events, it all fell apart£®I found myself homeless and alone£®I had my truck and $56£®I searched the countryside for some place I could rent for the cheapest possible amount£®I came upon a deserted cottage in a small remote valley£®I hadn't been alone for 25 years£®I was scared, but I hoped the hard work would distract and heal me£®