What is it like living in poverty in rural America?

I equate poverty with not being able to afford a place to live, and being homeless in rural America is much safer than in say Atlanta or Baltimore. The first time I was homeless I slept in a tent for about 6 months. read more

I haven't lived in poverty, but I have lived in rural areas where poverty is prominent. The underlying issue is much the same. Single mothers. Once you rule out single mothers you rule out the majority of the people who love in poverty. That said, their are pluses and minuses. Drugs and crime are less prevalent. read more

We live a simple life, paying bills and raising our families, and we like it like that. We're independent, hot headed, hard headed, hard working people who have a great deal of pride. We like connecting with the land, the peace that comes with solitude, and the sense of belonging you get from knowing your ancestors walked the land before you and your children will walk it after you. read more