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It's not easy for any of us, I know it well. I have not found my people yet despite my many heartfelt efforts - my family does not understand me, and are pushing me away. I have much to live for, and am fighting battles they're unfamiliar with, like resisting excessive technology, fossil fuels, driving, etc, and opting for a simpler way close to land and neighbor, and choosing and preserving the wealth we already have around us, including human-made things, like my piano and gardening tools. My work ethic is high, and I've always been faithful with my work, all 36 years of me. I along with so many of us just want to be part of something good, something low key that fills our hearts and is nice to everyone on this planet.

I am kind to all I meet and feel a calling to take care of each other, young and elderly alike, as well as be a land steward, grow food for people, follow Jesus and stay close to God above. I enjoy diverse company, am not judgmental regarding personal decisions or lifestyles, and want to stay that way. I try to make equality be top of mind and not be biased with those around me - I believe we're all doing our best with the cards we've been dealt.
It looks like I will be pushed from my family and familiar shelter as of today april 11. I'm asking you all to think of me - I need help, and closer friends. You may send messages on messenger and/or call or text 425-306-3179. Bless you all 🙏🏼
 
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Location: Egnar, CO -- zone 5ish, semi-arid, high elevation
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Hi Matt, seems like you're dealing with a lot. I can relate to feeling disconnected from your family and the culture you grew up in. I'm not entirely clear on what you're looking for, but if you need a place to stay and don't mind roughing it, my place in SW Colorado is open. You'll need to bring your own shelter and be prepared to generally take care of yourself, but I'm not charging rent or anything. Please PM me if that sounds like something you're interested in.
 
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Hello Matt,
I went through the same thing with my own extensive large Republican Christian family who outcast me as a child and has never cared whatsoever whether I'm sleeping in a gutter while they all live in mansions. It doesn't pay to be a defender of liberties and the sacred plant, but like you I have always walked an honorable path and sought Harmony peace and a strong work ethic with all those I meet on my path.
I've been building an exotic fruit farm for the last 7 years, the last two years alone, in the Pacific Ocean on us land where we don't have any taxes to speak of and we don't have any winter, the beach is a couple miles away, life is Serene and tranquil on this fruit farm surrounded by jungle a mile outside of a small town. The island is only 14 miles long and is owned by the United States so there are no visas required for us citizens. I can offer you a master bedroom for $300 a month with $50 a month in bills. All you need is to fly here to Saipan island, if you have a passport and can fly to Tokyo and then here it would be much cheaper, around $650 one way. The island has very little crime and everybody is very relaxed and happy.
I hope you find what you're looking for, but if you can't, get a hold of me and get yourself a ticket to paradise. The building I live in is large and empty and I'm the only one here. It sure would be nice to have a friend that understood what it's like to be an outcast from society and family..
Blessings
 
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Life without family has been very good for me.
With a mixture of rejection by the Christian family members and rejection by myself for a variety of reasons, I am generally content,
I dont think about them at all and enjoy the people I have collected around me as either friends or casual acquaintances.

I enjoy all the work and activities I am involved with, which may sound odd, but I know of people who are not happy with their choices, but dont want to change them.
Stick to your guns, look only for the good in people, but be aware.
Dont grovel in self pity and reach out even for a chat to anybody when its safe.
It works for me.

 
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Welcome to the forum.

Many of us are misunderstood by our families for one reason or another.

If I wanted to be part of something good then I would just do what I can do.  I have never found others that are in with me.

Just keep doing what you feel is right and you might find satisfaction there.
 
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A wise Latino man, somewhat a grandfather figure, used to remind me

"No te rindas ".... never give up
Keep your chin up and follow your path
 
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I'm praying that you'll find a safe and good place to be, that you will find people to care about, who will care about you back.  That God will guide you and bring you to those things where you can practice good things like connecting with the earth and caring for, and with, others.  And where your music and gardening skills will be appreciated.
 
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I may have something you may be interested in , have most everything you need on 40 acers in northern Minnesota if willing to move .
lets talk and see . up to you
 
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