Hi geekfreak! Congrats on your good news from the doctor! You're in my thoughts. I hope your next test gives you the same results! Keep your fist up!
I think it's safe to say that the police are generally callous to the needs of the homeless. I think I said once that they arrest homeless here where I live. Very sad. All we can do is come together for each other and step up, yell, scream, for peace, truth and love. We must fight for each other because it seems no one else will.
I don't believe time and space for yourself is selfish. I think everyone needs that. But what are we when we're alone? I think most find their worth when they're sharing their thoughts, laughter and tears with others.