I had no money for even the basics, and went back to a diet of microwave noodles. It was like being in college again—except I'm 30-years-old.
seemingly by the minute. The slow-rolling panic I'd been feeling finally boiled over. Four hours later, after frantically packing up all my possessions, I was waiting to board a flight at Gatwick Airport. My final destination was Auckland, New Zealand. I still had New Zealand residency, thought the country would be safer and considered it home.on March 25. What little money I had left went towards the hotel I was staying at.
to ask for a food grant or a place to stay. I was preparing myself for the idea that I might be completely homeless in a matter of days.First, the hotel didn't kick me out or charge me when I remained beyond my initial two-week stay. Then, another miracle happened. I had contacted a games company in the South Island city of Dunedin about a job, and the managing director got in touch to recommended I reach out to another games company in Wellington, New Zealand.
Another employee offered to get the apartment furnished, installing all the items I would need—from a bed, a mattress and linens, to towels and toiletries —and stocking the place with food. They provided so much that I haven't had to buy food in about a month. There was even internet set up—it was like moving into an Airbnb. It's one of the nicest places I've ever lived.
I've been amazed to find friends that I hadn't spoken to in years messaging me on Facebook to ask how I was doing—even though I hadn't posted anything in months or so much as hinted at being in trouble to more than a few people.
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