Brenda Update: No Longer Homeless in New York City

The number one request you all ask for is updates on the homeless people we interview. Because our travel is mostly dependent on 3rd parties it's challenging to get updates but whenever possible we try to make them happen. As we grow, we do hope to be able to provide more updates whenever possible.
I first met Brenda when she was sleeping on cardboard homeless on the streets of New York City. You can watch that video here: • Disabled Homeless Woma...
What's interesting is in her original video, I didn't understand everything Brenda was saying but now it all makes perfect sense.
Many years ago, Brenda used to work at the Hershey chocolate factory in Pennsylvania. She knows of the area including an independent living facility for seniors.
Brenda was homeless in San Diego. Brenda should have been receiving disability from Social Security but as she got older and closer to Social Security age, she traveled to Pennsylvania to apply for an independent living apartment. While waiting, Brenda decided to live on the streets of Manhattan. The moment she got Social Security income she housed herself. Truly remarkable.
Also remarkable, a mother sent me an email about visiting NYC with her daughter when her daughter recognized Brenda from watching Invisible People. The family befriended Brenda including buying a bed for Brenda's new apartment. You can read that email here: / powerful-email-i-21576713
Brenda is one of a few homeless people who engaged with people in the comments of her Invisible People video. Over the course of a year, Brenda would leave updates about her situation and how she was going. I noticed some butterflies on the wall and Brenda informed me that someone from this KZbin channel sent her some stuff.
You can tell by the sound of the room, Brenda does not have much. She has a bed, a few chairs, a small table, and a plant. Social Security does not provide much after rent is paid. Invisible People will be donating to Brenda a special gift to help her with her book but she needs things for her apartment too. If you're like to help, here is a link to her GoFundMe www.gofundme.c...
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There is a direct correlation between what the general public perceives about homelessness and how it affects policy change. Most people blame homelessness on the person experiencing it instead of the increasing shortage of affordable housing, lack of employment, a living wage or the countless reasons that put a person at risk. This lack of understanding creates a dangerous cycle of misperception that leads to the inability to effectively address the root causes of homelessness.
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[@brendasprankle9394]

Hi, Its Brenda. I am celebrating my first year anniversary at my apt. I am so blessed. God saved my life for sure and friends advocated. I am blessed. Please pray for all homeless and be safe.

[@daniellemelendez3544]

God bless you Brenda

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@daniellemelendez3544 Thank you so much MM, God bless you. I hope to stream again in two weeks, under, Brenda Sprankle so blessed. Be safe

[@greatladyd8613]

So happy for you Brenda. This is second video I watched - from living rough to now your home! What a great and inspirational story! And you're so gorgeous and your positivity is wow! I'm also inspired by you to start a KZbin channel and make comments on it myself! God bless you Brenda and Invisible People! Love from the UK.

[@brookefederline3109]

Yay good to see your comments. I emailed to check in on you. Praying for you.

[@vanessaeden8174]

Brenda, it was not clear from your second video. Did you get your money from the Government on the end and did you reinstate the law suite. Thank you and happy anniversary from the UK.

[@brendasprankle9394]

TODAY I TURN 62. THIS IS A DAY THAT GOD HAS MADE,; REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT!

[@lddixon2394]

Happy Birthday Brenda. Have a blessed & happy life going forward x

[@MayflowerGold_]

Happy birthday!

[@rosannacellini2158]

Happy Birthday Brenda! Wishing you many more blessings, Aquarius sister. 🎂🎈🎈 I will be turning 60 next week. I pray that all homeless people get the help they need. 🙏🙏🙏

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@rosannacellini2158 Happy Birthday to you too. Thank you so much for kindness. Yes, i pray for all homeless. Should not be, but they are God's children.

[@jennyl3475]

Happy Birthday, Brenda!

[@overseerprophet]

Hi Brenda it's Valerie who use to talk to you on E34th Street and bring you food, clothes and money. WE LOVE YOU. MY DAUGHTER SAYS HI! GOD BLESS YOU! HALLELUJAH! AMEN!

[@brendasprankle9394]

Love to all of you that cared, shared and prayed. So thankful. I am doing well. Brenda

[@carolecochrane8173]

I'm so glad for you Brenda that things turned out ok for you. You are a lovely lady, take care love from the UK. 😀

[@alikefj3106]

Loved your story..hope in our Lord Jesus...God Bless you ..Love from.Fiji

[@precaricat7506]

I hope everything is still going well for you. With love from the UK x

[@mohanadali7349]

It's good to hear I'm so glad you doing well Brenda

[@chrissttiiee]

Never kick someone when they're down. It could be you one day. Everyone matters.

[@lanag9318]

Exactly . I agree with you completely on all of this. People are so cruel . And we were all created by God . So why cant we all be kinder to each other ? Life is very short and were but loaned to this,earth were living on borrowed time . Only God knows how much longer we have left to live on the face of this earth so lets make it a good one .Be blessed always .🌹💖💖🎉

[@colibri1]

And it was a cop who kicked her, an "evil" cop, as she says. People ought to learn how horrible cops are from how they treat homeless people.

[@papimuhut]

So true

[@lanag9318]

@@papimuhut I agree with you completely on all of this as people are so cruel. There but for the Grace of God go i ,i say to myself as i pray for these poor beautiful souls who don't deserve to suffer this way as we're all Gods children and we all hurt sometimes so why cant we all be kinder to one another? I try to help them whenever I can and im very poor and living on a budget ,a monthly check as i need to find a full time job this monthly check is not really enough to survive . We' are but loaned to this earth ,Living on borrowed time . Only God knows how much longer we have left to live on the face of this earth , so lets make it a good one is my motto. Be blessed always.. 🌹💖💖🎉

[@madmoose3796]

@@lanag9318 we were not created by god our parents create us

[@brendasprankle9394]

I HAVE TO SAY SOMETHING:::: SINCE THIS VIDEO WAS MADE AND MY OTHER VIDEO, I HAVE FELT MORE LOVE THAN IN MY ENTIRE LIFE AND I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@stephanienelson1381]

Sending hugs! I watched the first video and so glad your in your own place now. ❤

[@nitaw4687]

Hi Brenda can you please post how i can contact you by mail.

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@nitaw4687 Hi Nita, thanks for asking. Brenda Sprankle po box 733, Hershey, PA 17033

[@lollypie100]

You're so precious! 🥰

[@marriammakki3568]

God bless you... Thank you for sharing your story

[@brendasprankle9394]

BRENDA SPRANKLE IS NO LONG HOMELESS AND HAS HER OWN KZbin CHANNEL, BRENDA SPRANKLE SO BLESSED, GO THERE FOR ALL UPDATES AND ENJOY

[@HopeFaithandLove1111]

What is your utube channel called. I'd love to subscribe and see how your doing. God Bless you. I was sad after watching the first video but elated knowing you have a home. I always help people on the streets with food, clothes when I can but I pray for noone to be homeless ever. It breaks my heart.

[@christinafisher6169]

My name is Christina. I'm from Iowa nice to meet you. I have that same lipstick!

[@Listens2Spirits]

@@HopeFaithandLove1111 I found it.. its just her name.. Brenda Sprankle

[@nehanegi931]

Hey Brenda, It's good to see you happy and safe. Lots of love from India ❤️

[@avagabondsdiary7602]

So glad that you make it.. Stay blessed

[@UNC1336]

I have been homeless 2 times. The only reason I am not homeless today is because my father passed and my mother came across finances to give me a home. So many reasons people can become homeless. I am very happy you have a roof over your head now:). I will contribute to you. People that think you are beneath them are actually beneath the standards of what people should and need to be.

[@barbaramatthews696]

No one should look down on the homeless as they do not know their story. ! No one knows when it could happen to them

[@Gameboy-Unboxings]

@@barbaramatthews696 people who do that are absolutely disgusting...

[@Maximilian0011]

your story sharing is greatly appreciated and means a lot for me as a reader, thank you and God Bless🌹

[@brendasprankle9394]

I DID NOT GET MYSELF OUT OF HOMELESSNESS, GOD ANSWERED MY PRAYERS AND SHOWED ME THE WAY. AMEN

[@ephesians6125]

Praise Jesus!!

[@reubenkeyz5131]

brenda sprankle Glory Be to God! Please pray for me and my brother. We’ve been homeless over a year now but through prayers, have not slept on the streets yet (friends and strangers have provided us hotel rooms before our car where we slept in got repossessed) nor missed a meal. When we did have our car, we worked UberEats and helped some fellow homeless people with the money that we earned and gave them food from canceled orders. That is the only reason we miss our car. We just have to trust in God more than ever. We love you and God bless!!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@reubenkeyz5131 I am writing my book to help others because I knew I only had one choice and that was to turn to God, wholeheartedly and completely. He led the way.

[@reubenkeyz5131]

brenda sprankle God gives us hope through you! We know now that “this too shall pass.” Thank you for replying! We will pray for you as well.

[@joemorales2609]

brenda sprankle AMEN to that sister!

[@brendasprankle9394]

DONT TAKE YOUR HOME, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR FRIENDS FOR GRANTED, THEY MAY NOT ALWLAYS BE THERE.

[@LittleCraftyKitty]

So proud of you brenda

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@LittleCraftyKitty thank you so much, God is good

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@LittleCraftyKitty thank you my dear

[@DeAnnaCheriAmore]

You look beautiful Brenda!!! So glad your safe& warm..big hugs!!💜

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@DeAnnaCheriAmore thank you so much, God has been so good to me. I am thankful. Take care and be well.

[@brendasprankle9394]

BRENDA SPRANKLE HAS HER OWN KZbin CHANNEL, BRENDA SPRANKLE SO BLESSED, GO THERE FOR UPDATES

[@janineduncan7255]

Go you lady! You’re an inspiration and a voice for many. Enjoy your new life you deserve it. If we all just helped a person out a little what a difference we could make.

[@daylea5749]

I’m so sorry people are so freaking rude and ignorant, there was nothing wrong with you wearing lipstick or any other makeup, clothing, whatever in your situation, you have every right to do the little things that bring you joy and help you to feel good, to feel normal! I wish you much luck and love. Bless you. ❤️

[@donpeace894]

You sure got plenty on

[@rantersparadise]

@@donpeace894 Really Don?

[@donpeace894]

@@rantersparadise she seems like is hungry for some fame.

[@Windowlicker545]

@@donpeace894 🤣🤣

[@debrajames3865]

@@donpeace894 please exercise human decency. She worked extremely hard to get her own apartment and to not be a burden. Her lipstick is probably a representation of her womanly strength

[@brendasprankle9394]

for those of you who might not know, I am writing a book about the eight years I was homeless.

[@monicamiller4274]

DON'T LEAVE ANYTHING OUT DESCRIBE EVERYTHING!!!!.

[@lanettecox7442]

How is your book coming along? 💖 Praying for your continued blessings and safety.

[@brendasprankle9394]

It is all hand written, I must type and look for publisher and then register with library of congress and then print. I need a push.

[@Jay-pj5tg]

Yess!! Amazing I cant wait to read your book

[@barbie3139]

You go girl! The Lord's name be praised!

[@McIntyreBible]

1:18, the person who commented on the Brenda wearing lipstick was unwarranted. How are homeless people supposed to look, like a sloven vagrant? Good for you, Brenda, you lifted yourself from homelessness!

[@kimames3347]

sammyc 🤭

[@Beauweir]

@@Sam-pr9rr dickhead

[@McIntyreBible]

@@Sam-pr9rr You're mean guy! thats not a nice thing to say!

[@deslawson2662]

@@Beauweir lol

[@johnnydoeva7867]

""EXACTLY""!!!!!!! thank You Good Sir :)

[@williammount6496]

Brenda .. I am so glad for you. Our nonprofit, and my retirement, help people from becoming homeless.. I wish I could do more.. Ambassador, Dr William Mount

[@katrinalovegrove8101]

We all wish we could do more Love and Blessings from South Australia

[@malikzafar7232]

William Mount...R u there?? Need you

[@joshjnp8900]

I need money Doc help a young bul out.

[@karenlynnhurt6408]

William Mount I wish there was help for older women to young for Medicare that need help with medical expenses so they do not end up homeless. I am having an unexpected surgery and it is scary what medical expenses cost. I know ladies that have lost homes due to being single like me and had unexpected medical issues come upon them. It's sad to see people who worked hard or are working hard like me to lose everything because of unexpected debts. Thank you for what you do to help others

[@cjblythe6529]

I would like to see affordable, self sustaining homes for EVERYONE in every state!

[@brendasprankle9394]

That it what I pray for. Amen

[@katrinalovegrove8101]

Around the World

[@PrincessTatyanna]

I’m glad that she isn’t homeless anymore ❤️

[@PatriciaHenry]

Me too!

[@timmartino5314]

Yes she is milyoner now..I saw him having party in white a house.

[@deslawson2662]

@@timmartino5314 wtf was that?

[@Jenifer_G]

FROM AUSTRALIA, THANKS FOR update, I enjoyed your GOOD news. HOPE U can fill your apartment comfortably. U ARE A very incredible PERSON. Prayers for u.

[@blackwolfsaint3500]

Amen to that God works in mighty ways more blessing for her to come

[@brendasprankle9394]

MY BOOK WILL BE TITLED, "SO BLESSED IN THE LOWEST OF PLACES"

[@oguzcanyldzhan1032]

I'm waiting for your book to be out... Take care! Love from Turkey

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@oguzcanyldzhan1032 Love from the USA, my friend. Thank you so much. God Bless You. I hope it to be soon.

[@annemcdonald7497]

God bless you Brenda can not wait to see your book.

[@brendasprankle9394]

thank you, i am behind but I will work on it soon

[@brendasprankle9394]

Happy Fourth of July, Take care

[@awp_shazbot]

What an incredible woman that should have never been faced with being homeless yet kept on pushing and didn't give up. She has more backbone than most people that's for sure!

[@veronicazawodniak9412]

I’ve never met you. I’ve homeless in LA once. Now I’m in housing in Arizona. The holiday season is coming up. Happy holidays in your home.

[@brendasprankle9394]

thanks Veronica, I stream live on my youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. updates, enjoy

[@brendasprankle9394]

I AM FEELING SO GOOD WITH ALL THE LOVE HERE, THANKS VERY MUCH

[@alchemistJ]

God bless you Brenda! ❤️

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@alchemistJ Right back at ya. Thanks, Hope all is good your way. Take care

[@hollyvincent7726]

I watched your 1st video and it made me so sad...how does a person who has worked their whole life end up sleeping on the street in the richest country in the world? I’m so sorry you had to go through that Brenda....my heart is incredibly happy that you have a place and are off the streets. I wish I could do more but I can offer my prayers and God can do all things ❤️ God Bless you!!

[@dianemontroy2471]

Please contact me I would love to bless you with help you god I'm gla# your are ok I'm a female and not sure if I would of made it🙏☄☄♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💋♥️💋🎁🎁🎁😘

[@lisashears1399]

Im so glad you have a home now xx

[@brendasprankle9394]

I thank all you people who are talking to me about my video and circumstances. Thank you

[@brendasprankle9394]

@Rute Alexandra thank you Rute, appreciate it. Enjoy my channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. I hope all is good your way.

[@brendasprankle9394]

@Rute Alexandra your very welcome

[@jjones3380]

Hello Ms. Brenda! I'm so happy to see the video update with you, safe 💗. Many blessings to you & may The Most High continue to bless you! Sending you love and hugs Ms. Brenda!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@jjones3380 Many blessings to you as well. I am so thankful. God is good. Have you seen my youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. Take care

[@Hana.Behl-Lecter]

I'm so happy for you, you're such a lovely and intelligent woman.

[@silfig9717]

Very strong woman for sure, i admire her for being so real, a true warrior of Jesus christ here for sure.

[@brendasprankle9394]

brenda sprankle so blessed on my youtube channel. updates

[@mariahodson5774]

Isn't she just I wish I had her for a friend

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@mariahodson5774 I am your friend Maria, GOd Bless, my youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. visit

[@cynthiabemis2959]

I'm glad she finally got a place to live she deserves a home , she has been through alot , love ya , and God bless you . Cindy

[@brendasprankle9394]

GOOD DAY TO EVERYONE. THIS IS A DAY THAT GOD HAS MADE, REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT.

[@michele21auntiem]

Brenda you are amazing.

[@Katya.Shishkyl24]

Brenda how do I get in contact with you? Do you have an email or something?

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@Katya.Shishkyl24 my mailing address is po box 733, Hershey, PA 17033 email is [e-mail]

[@theclubvids]

Praise God, you are beautiful person Brenda.

[@robinbird6279]

Amen Brenda! I am so glad you have found a place and are doing better! 💖🙏🙇🏼‍♀️

[@michellesingleton8344]

Living in the streets is hard.Having on lipstick to make you feel better,is a problem to someone who is soulless.Goodluck too you Brenda 💞💞💞💞

[@RocoNGizmo]

Yes, agree. So many things like homelessness to worry about and these people tripping over a $2 lipstick.

[@Chinaglo24]

I thought it was just me. I too put on lipstick to make to feel better I have always done that to this day.

[@user-nubiangoddess]

Lipstick makes me feel better too...

[@enidalleyne4823]

@@user-nubiangoddess .

[@Lea-rb9nc]

Congratulations Brenda. Being homeless is unbelievably difficult. I lived in NYC for six years and cannot imagine the courage it took to place yourself in the heart of it all. As a mental health professional, I've long been an advocate for affordable housing. As a child, I knew more than I should about sleeping rough.

[@montanamombo]

Thank you for doing this video! I was homeless in my 20's ('70's), and it was horrible! I needed help, but there wasn't much available back then. Doing fine now, after all these years, with a wonderful family and a place to live. Blessings to you.

[@Maximilian0011]

You have proven God's Blessings and made them come true! God Bless You All :)

[@brendasprankle9394]

ITS BEEN A LONG AND WINDING ROAD, BUT I AM SO GRATEFUL TO HAVE STABILITY AND FOOD AND HOUSING, MAKING FRIENDS AND I LOOK SO FORWARD TO PUTTING ON THE HEAT THIS WINTER AND WARMING MY BONES. PRAY FOR THOSE LESS FORTUNATE THAN ME. I WILL PRAY FOR THEM ALWAYS. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@bluebutterfly6209]

🙏

[@nicoleharris4264]

brenda sprankle ❤️Girl I’ve enjoyed every minute!!! 🌺You’re super woman for sure💕

[@ummhalil766]

Hi, Brenda!!!!! A big hug from Ukraine))

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@ummhalil766 thank you so much, big hug back at ya, take care

[@eliphas_catdaddy7982]

@@nicoleharris4264 She is amazing! So kind and calm, I wish I had a resolve like her.

[@brendasprankle9394]

I AM SO GRATEFUL TO BE IN MY COZY APT AND PUT THE HEAT ON WHEN I NEED IT. PRAISE GOD !!!!!!!!!!!

[@vickie6752]

brenda sprankle GodBless you. I understand and I feel for the homeless, it’s not fair for anyone n America to live on the streets, when people spending millions on cars and houses while others suffer for the basics!!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@vickie6752 The scripture in the bible says to harvest their crops and leave some for the poor. America does have a moral obligation to help those less fortunate.

[@ephesians6125]

Hallelujah!!

[@yukkimooky3941]

Dear Brenda, Your story is very inspiring.😊 Thank you for being open to sharing it. Is there anything else you need? ( I see your go fund me page is no longer accepting donations.) If I can help in any way I would love to - from one sister in Christ to another.xx

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@yukkimooky3941 I stopped gofundme because the money caused my rent to double. I have a po box 733, Hershey, PA 17033. My apt. is good but I am writing my book and sometimes I can focus and sometimes I cannot . I am still adjusting to this new apt. thanks, I am so thankful for everything.

[@ggbouvier9897]

So happy to see she is in an apartment!!! She is AMAZING! No self pity and so dignified as a homeless woman! I am wearing beautiful pink lipstick in her honor! I salute you!! What an incredible woman!

[@talonsaerie]

Hi Brenda 👋 I was homeless in NYC in the 80s .. and all I gotta say to you regarding those people that told you not to tell people about your past homelessness is they obviously have fears about becoming homeless ...it's thier issues not yours ... you are a survivor ❤️ and a real life hero 🙌 yell your story from the highest mountain top let everyone know so that they can learn to help others who are in the middle of your journey ... so I close this comment saying hi friend 🙂

[@Butterfly-rn2mw]

Never look down at someone unless it's to help them up

[@christinepringle8516]

Amen to that

[@mariabuoninfante8431]

AMEN AMEN AMEN

[@daneyd8401]

Amen 1000x

[@debramiles5176]

Love that amen

[@ericdubois5750]

I never heard that before but it is sage advice and a good guide to live by. Thank you

[@mysteryandmeaning297]

Story: My friend Ray was homeless once so he told me "if I'm going go down hit bottom then it's going to be in style and I'm going be best I can." So he kept very clean, had his docker pants all press down no wrinkles, had all his face products in his bag, kept shaven and clean cut looking. You coukdnt tell he was homeless like that. Kept his body fit at the gym. He went to AA meetings every night and talked recovery. At night he slept courageously In some bushes cause he couldn't get In the crowded shelter. In couple weeks all kinds of people were practically begging him to stay on thier couch, he was so inspirational at his best at his worse. Rip ray correll. (He loved to know I told that story)

[@boutiquebabe]

That's a wonderful story😪

[@TrentTheCreator]

Rip Ray🤧🤧🤧😔😔😔

[@Strangernightg]

I'm sorry that Ray pasted away!!! My condolences go out his family, friends and you, you're a wonderful friend that i wouldn't mind having in my life!!! That story that you wrote about Ray was nice of you and I'm more than sure he's up in heaven watching over you and who knows he's probably even read the story that you wrote about him!!!

[@mysteryandmeaning297]

Ray died 7 years later. At 57. He was not homeless anymore. He called me hours before he was found dead mysteriously by his roommate. He was complaining about his heart that month. He was still doing his AA recovery meetings and stated he wish God take him home, he was tired. I was asked to speak at his funeral. I said " I don't know how ray died but I know how he lived. A man of God, a man of grace."

[@1980keb]

Thank you Denise

[@brendasprankle9394]

I DO BELIEVE WE ARE IN THE GREAT TRIBULATION.

[@cordelialearjet6495]

But God loves us, and we are together in spirit.

[@drbob512]

Mark, you are a wonderful human being! Thanks for all that you do to feature homeless people as real people & the message that homelessness could happen to any one.

[@valeyanez507]

The scary thing, is that it could happen to anyone, God bless her.

[@emilywells5999]

A to the men. Happen to me a 50 yr old woman for 18 months in my SUV. It's real..

[@valeyanez507]

I m sorry here that , I hope that are doing, God bless you!

[@sharongibson3673]

To God be the glory you had a SUV

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Yes!

[@lisapina6412]

Your so right!

[@brendasprankle9394]

staying warm and putting heat on, something I only dreamed about for many years, so thankful

[@bellablu888]

We can easily forget how quickly the comforts of a home and heat can be taken for granted! Thank you God for your blessings!! 💙

[@ivajlobetberov8621]

Could not help to reply. John and Elaine have been on and off homeless since 2011. Been to over forty motels on Folsom Blvd and West Capitol Ave. We R both mental health patients and Wife Elaine no take her medicine. Both born ---1963.. John been Cruzing via wheelchair for many years. Lady your story is the story that I believe. Every thing is a challenge. Thank you Jesus 🙏 for the bed I sleep in for the shoes I wear and for the wife beside me..PS. we been staying n the saime motel on West Capitol in West Sacramento by the month sinc August 26 2018. My wife Elaine no take her med .. we will get kicked out and banned from low Income housing.. So gots to stay put here. Hav a good day Lady ( your name sliped my mind at the moment and I can see it.) Sincierly Elaine and John.. March 26 2020..

[@ivajlobetberov8621]

Have a good day Lady Brenda Spankle. Jesus Christ loves all people ❤️❤️❣️

[@karimtabrizi376]

Best of luck

[@MinivanLee]

brenda sprankle yay.

[@flawedsparkle6618]

I love me some Brenda 😍❤️ so happy for her success and she’s such a strong, beautiful and faithful women. Blessings to her always.

[@yiannisteward]

Happy for this lovely and strong person Brenda to make it!!! Thank you Invisible People making hope visible!!! Love from Greece!!!

[@brendasprankle9394]

the free phone is paid by a government program through tax payers as I paid for 35 years. I did not complain while I paid the taxes that would help others. Many programs are designed for seniors and elderly folks that have paid their dues.

[@JorgeAl]

So, social security never paid u?

[@missylamastus]

Amén!!!

[@TheLightbright01]

People say to me work like me. I tell them I worked many years as a nurse. I may had helped deliver you. And they took taxes every check. It ruined my feet and legs. And I fell to my knees. So I can't work. Not that I would not rather work. I am 67.

[@suedefringe]

Brenda have you thought of doing short videos to update instead of comments here ? It might be good for promoting your book also.

[@donnabelitz3105]

I believe it's paid by federal grants, and from actually the taxes that citizen paid into for years and other citizens, homeless need a lifeline, at the least for emergencies, not to be a jerk, the free phone, half the time doesn't even work, so there you have it.

[@nancywilson7112]

Just because your homeless doesn’t mean you can’t have lipstick or nail polish to anything you love and not be proud of who you are.. God bless her beautiful soul. Congratulations

[@catherineblair550]

Will someone please give her a different color though? She needs an orange.

[@suedesignable]

What a wonderful lady. I wish you well for a great future.

[@Zazivivi343]

She's a woman with a good vision and she's strong even she is in pain emotional and physical. I cried a lot of her story and thank you for being there for her. I feel her emotion of being afraid and worry for her life ahead. God will always be there. I believed ❤❤❤

[@ladyfriend6365]

Omg I gave her 5 dollars one time I am so proud of you Brenda. God bless you

[@brendasprankle9394]

thank you so much, your awesome

[@jamiemarie4894]

brenda sprankle so happy for you Brenda! I would love to send you makeup if you ever get a PO Box. ❤️

[@brendasprankle9394]

I AM SO THANKFUL I AM MAKING MY NEW APT. A HOME. GOD BLESS EVERYONE AND THANKS FOR THE POSITIVE FEEDBACK. LOVE TO ALL.

[@journeywithcee1046]

Bless your heart Ms. Brenda. Your so right, there shouldn't be homelessness. In this country we don't take care of the elderly or Vets. Very disheartening, ur personality is great.

[@Mini-rt8bm]

Good for you Brenda!!!!!

[@reginagreen6579]

So happy for you!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@reginagreen6579 thank you so much, I am so thankful . God is good. Stay safe.

[@gigiweakley5198]

I'm so happy for you Brenda, I've been homeless myself a few times never saw it coming I'm still not in great shape I'm living with my daughter and her husband. I'm grateful it's better than being in a tent sidewalk or car especially in winter but I need my own home, anyways may God send you more blessings and when you have it always pay it foward.. love and kindness always bring more love and kindness 😊

[@Michelle-nx4iy]

I just can not imagine what kind of people would give this video a thumbs down...

[@dhrubajyotibasuroy1815]

This is great news. I really prayed for this. Thank God and congratulations to Brenda.

[@chasingsimpledreams]

Haven't even watched the whole video yet but I'm so happy she is in a home!!

[@EFinch]

Terri Saint-Amour title alone is awesome enough

[@simaturna9765]

She still needs support the link for gofundme is above

[@TP-wd3ov]

Brenda, you are a blessing to anyone who's lost their faith.

[@patriciaking7892]

T P, I know right! My Faith is being tried all sorts of ways being that my entire life has been total chaos. Stay Blessed 💘.

[@shaunyppbpbb3394]

Happy for brender love from the UK Wish you the Brightest of the future

[@crystalsswtor3760]

This is so awesome. Love it that your standing up for homeless people. I was there, in my early 20's and it was rough, and I'm almost 60 and I'm about to end up there again. I'm hoping I don't but it doesn't look hopeful. I did sign up for low-income housing, and I do have a part-time job, but it's not enough to pay my rent. I am still looking for work. I'm glad to see you got out of it Brenda. Hope you can stay long term in that apartment.

[@MollyMcBooter]

I’m so glad she isn’t homeless anymore! 💖💖💖💖

[@JB-zo7ln]

You're cute

[@MollyMcBooter]

Tony Tigre thank you ☺️

[@SundayMelon]

Rent doest make you out the street you still depent on a private investors Its hard to sustain and pay in long term. I know many people who go pay a rent and six month later they still in the street cause of HIGH price housing make you vulnerable if you dont have a big Bankroll Or Cash down backup.

[@brendasprankle9394]

YIPPIE I AM FEELING BETTER AND I AM SO GRATEFUL. MAYBE NOW I CAN FINISH MY BOOK. PRAISE THE LORD.

[@CodingCommanders]

Let us know when your book comes out!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@CodingCommanders thank you, I sure will, take care

[@lucycay.k3123]

I can't wait for your book . Please let me know. God bless you Brenda.

[@Sanakkk]

I love you! You are so strong!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@Sanakkk Love back to you, God is my strength, thank you.

[@sherribrody5456]

I'm amazed at the resiliency of the human spirit. For all this woman has been through, you can see the light in her eyes.

[@brendasprankle9394]

That Sherri is the light of the Lord. God Bless. Visit my youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. For updates

[@spaces5295]

I hope you’re doing well Brenda! Your story and lippy is so inspirational. Colors are so life affirming!

[@brendasprankle9394]

I STREAM LIVE ON MY KZbin CHANNEL, BRENDA SPRANKLE SO BLESSED.

[@brendasprankle9394]

HAPPY TO REPORT MY NEPHEW MADE IT THROUGH SURGERY, HAPPY

[@melissanovember1]

Amen

[@patwats8860]

Congratulations. So happy for you and yours

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@patwats8860 thanks, I stream on my youtube channel, brenda sprankle, so blessed, Enjoy the updates

[@neatfreak7941]

Surgery is always a scary situation I been through many surgeries actually my first surgery was in Manhattan for a bone tumor

[@sjlee7567]

Just donated on gofundme, god bless her she's a superhero

[@missmicheleo]

I always make a bagged lunch and take it to a homeless person.

[@dustyblue2ify]

indeed Brenda a super endearing gem~ just donated to her gofundme too

[@thirstonhowellthebird]

SJ Lee she’s so pretty! Whoever the idiot was that commented on her lipstick she’s just jealous that’s all that comment was. This woman has a beautiful soul she’s in a struggle and yet she’s still shining a beautiful life and a beautiful light and whoever that moron is is just a bitter, hateful, horrible person who can’t conceive that one can be struggling for their life and literally still have a positive attitude, hopes and dreams and believe in a higher power. What a beautiful role model.

[@Colony08]

That was nice of you, but god does not exist.

[@budwzr8199]

She probably drink up your donation

[@saintmichael387]

God Bless this man for helping the homeless,and God Bless Brenda!

[@kendralaw7913]

Just because you are homeless you don't have to look it Bravo you told her.

[@brendasprankle9394]

PLEASE GET ALONG AND BE SAFE. GOD CREATED EVERYONE TO GET ALONG TOGETHER.

[@andykayll1414]

Nice to see you off the streets brenda. stay safe. x

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@andykayll1414 Thanks, I have my own youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed.

[@andykayll1414]

@@brendasprankle9394 So glad you're doing so well for yourself. love from Liverpool England.

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@andykayll1414 Thanks so much Andy, I hope all is well in Liverpool England. nice

[@CarolAnnHenderson]

AMEN.

[@brendasprankle9394]

THERE MAY BE SOME THAT LAUGH AT ME, BUT I KNOW THE MAJORITY AND MOST LAUGH WITH ME. I HAVE MUCH TO BE THANKFUL FOR. PRAISE BE TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST!!!

[@patriciakehaya6711]

Never laugh at someone you don't know there story so glad you have found peace and harmony in your life been there before best of luck to you😄🎈🏠

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@patriciakehaya6711 thank you so much, so thankful I am. Stay safe and God Bless You

[@brendasprankle9394]

@Love Whisperer Thank you. When I petitioned God to ask him for housing, I promised him I would always worship him and talk to him. That is what I do. God and his son are my best friends. All I need really. thanks

[@reinajaay]

Much love to you, Brenda 💖

[@verronica2]

Yes sister in Christ

[@brendasprankle9394]

BRENDA SPRANKLE HAS A KZbin CHANNEL,BRENDA SPRANKLE SO BLESSED

[@kathyclark8274]

You look amazing, Brenda, positively GLOWING, just radiant w/ happiness!

[@warmsunnytoday4535]

I knew it from her video when she was homeless that she would get out of it quicker than anyone. The reason why was her persistence and her street smarts. Every day she would go to the government offices and ask for help. She also picked the safest spots to sleep and she washed every day so she did not look homeless. She also had no addiction other than an addiction to persistence in getting off the streets.

[@miriamhavard7621]

It really helps when you're not an addict. I was homeless and people tend to assume that you're a junkie or a drunk or a prostitute. (SO many people, including some homeless MEN, presume a homeless woman is a readily available prostitute!) I just had to train myself to very early on, when I felt that vibe/ convo coming from them, to look them in the EYE and cut them off with "I'm NOT a PROSTITUTE....." They'd fall back and often apologize. They would leave me alone, in peace.

[@brendasprankle9394]

Crying for the pain of Injustice right now, Praying a calm will soon come.

[@tinacross3423]

me too, Brenda, it's amazing what's being exposed now. I hope you are well and happy, great to see your comments on here! maybe you could start a youtube channel, i would watch it!

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@tinacross3423 i stream under brenda sprankle and brenda sprankle so blessed. Enjoy, take care Tina

[@jci8972]

Lots of injustice for sure. I hope you are still well and staying safe & healthy during this trying time for us all. I am happy that you have a warm place and roof over your head to call your own now. Take care & wishing you all the best in the future

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@jci8972 I am thankful. God is good. Yes, be safe. so much going on. Jesus is coming soon. My address is Brenda Sprankle PO BOx 733, Hershey, PA 17033

[@tinacross3423]

@@brendasprankle9394 ok cool. i don't know alot about stream but if i ever go on that site i will look for you. thank you for responding Brenda, take care!!

[@estelsaradop492]

The best thing is that you go back and see how those people are doing. I want to say thank you on behalf of those people.

[@KaitlinJL]

I am so eager to read this book, my boyfriend was homeless for a year or two and although he had a lot of friends to sleep with sometimes, it was extremely challenging and depressing. Everyone please stay aware and help whenever you can, don’t break your pockets if you are in that situation, but if you can help please do. Not everyone is scary, not everyone is addicted to drugs, and even if they are, they are still good people inside and out. Stay aware! ❤️

[@brendasprankle9394]

Right on Kay, I am with you, all homeless are children of God. God is not happy with humanity leaving others behind in very difficult situations. Praying for all. Thanks and i am typing my book up next week.

[@Doesitmatter666]

You’re a good girlfriend for sticking by your man

[@sunnythymes5444]

There should NOT be such thing as HOMELESSNESS IN AMERICA!!!!! 👍👍👍🐥😊❤👍🔊

[@tximeleta35]

I can,t understand that the whealthiest country in the world , don,t take care of its own people. No universal heath sistem, no decent holidays, no nets when you fall......

[@morningstar7896]

Sunny Thymes yes America sitting on so much money

[@robinbird6279]

We should not be sending money overseas, we have Americans right here that need help!

[@qjtvaddict]

Tximeleta America is not a country but a corporation

[@loon7181]

@@tximeleta35 sadly that's how the rich get richer, they don't care that most citizens get f'ed over when they get a medical problem, they just keep increasing meds prices to huuuuge amounts of money without caring that people are dying or that they're ruining lives with the impossible to pay prices. The rich profit while the rest suffer.

[@brendasprankle9394]

good morning, EVERYDAY WE WAKE UP IS A GOOD DAY, THIS IS A DAY THAT GOD MADE, REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT.

[@miamitchell5129]

I'm so glad for you honey!!!! You were someone who I prayed for daily!

[@austinfrosty1906]

Milking the government dry for every benefit you can get. What a damn joke, all you want is attention so people will help you. Pathetic. I bust my Ass and go through hell for my bread, that’s why I don’t feel bad for you bottom feeders leeching off of everybody for a handout.

[@novmbr70jesuslovesyou72]

We're homeless in California, living in hotels bc we've been gentrified out of our home. My 16 yr old lives with us & he's autistic. He had an anxiety attack from our living situation. Trying to get out of Sacramento California, but don't know where to move to.

[@bellablu888]

Yes! Thank you for such great words and a reminder that we have to be humble and appreciate life.

[@lotuswrites8905]

This is so touching. My heart rejoices that Brenda is doing better. My little sister's name is Brenda so that alone makes you awesome!

[@brendasprankle9394]

Love your way Lotus, and your sister Brenda, we are sisters in God. I stream live on my youtube channel, brenda sprankle so blessed. Amen

[@madhuritaghose3584]

Stay strong and continue being inspiring.

[@sanguinelynx]

I'm so happy for her, I will definitely donate.

[@TheNesbittExperience]

sanguinelynx 💯

[@ceceliabarker9585]

For the difficult life this woman has lived, she looks younger than her age. I wish her the best.

[@Kristine14]

I agree. I thought she might be 40 something, 50 at most. She looks great. And I love her lipstick color. 🤗

[@brendasprankle9394]

that is a very true statement you say

[@austinfrosty1906]

That doesn’t make sense. What if you didn’t know her life & you just saw her?? Just because you know the life she’s lived changes her appearance on how old she looks? 😂 what a damn joke lol

[@Kristine14]

@@austinfrosty1906 It's because a truly hard life really may show in one's appearance. Not just how old one may appear to be, but also in one's physical health. eta typo

[@colleencarey3256]

So happy for you Brenda, you deserve that absolute best. 🌸

[@GoddessBlessU1983]

Brenda, I am in my first place that is low income and i had to wait two years and eight months to move into my new apartment!!! I love it here!!!!! I was homeless due to circumstances with my mom. I have a disability too!!

[@brendasprankle9394]

I shared with a few homeless today and my heart was overjoyed, Christ liked it

[@tejaynem2292]

Im so happy she's not homeless anymore. God works in tremendous ways!

[@PrincessTatyanna]

Amen He sure does

[@lanag9318]

So am i honey Amen yes He sure does .Be blessed always .🌹💖💖🎉

[@Harlock2day]

I am delighted to see human beings do what they are supposed to do, help other human beings. Beautiful story and great channel.

[@Light-jc3fj]

I feel so deeply for the shame and confusion that being that impoverished brings. It's so tough mentally and emotionally..the shame is 50% of the struggle. Ppl who have never experienced poverty, lack of support and serious depression have zero idea. Usually younger ppl or privileged ppl who just cannot understand.

[@lindachurchwell6586]

When God's holy spirit truly enters and one is a believer ; each tIme we see anyone less fortunate we then are urged to stop and hear them and the story , to pray for then and help them if one is able .. living in poverty is not good but also we are richer then many if we have Love for one another ❤

[@Aduysvmncmkouyf]

Here’s the thing, We don’t want children to experience it.

[@missjo174]

Never look down on anyone , unless your giving them a hand up

[@brendasprankle9394]

thank you Miss Jo. Like your advice. God is good.

[@missjo174]

brenda sprankle wishing you a happy and peaceful future. Best wishes from Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@sunshinehhhdgff]

Amen

[@brendasprankle9394]

Closing my GOFUNDME, TUESDAY FEB,18. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@bhumphries1360]

Hi Brenda, I just wanted to see how you are doing today? I just wanted to say how glad that I am that you found housing. Everyone deserves a place to call home and be safe. And they deserve to be seen and heard. Sending love to you from Indiana! 😊❤️

[@foothillfoo5761]

Sending good sunny weather from Ca.hope you are doing well.Home is where the heart is!!!

[@gigielizabeth5636]

Brenda, you are AMAZING!!! You are an inspiration to the world… you are absolutely stunning!!!

[@ladrenajenkins1006]

Congratulations Brenda I am so happy for you praise God

[@brendasprankle9394]

I just realized I was saving cardboard in my closet. now I throw it away. I am still adjusting. wish all of you well.

[@PK-mm8zc]

So very happy to see that BRENDA is doing very well !!!

[@albertmcclendon4822]

I love her, I was also homeless, I moved to Nashville TN, I have my own apartment and I work , you can't give up, life is hard, never easy, God bless! Nashville TN.

[@brendasprankle9394]

THANKS ALBERT, BE WELL AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS

[@brendasprankle9394]

Soon everything will open back up and everyone stay healthy and God Bless.

[@shamaramcshan8190]

Good Bless you Brenda i remember seeing your first video ,you warmed my heart i could feel you are a genuine person.. Bad situation happen to good people all the time..God Bless you may he continue to keep you.. You should start a utube channel

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@shamaramcshan8190 thank you for that Shamara, God Bless You

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@shamaramcshan8190 I have one, type brenda sprankle so blessed and you will see, i have 5 videos, thanks so much

[@coleworldcole9438]

I spent most of my young life homeless i remember finally getting my first place to stay and how i was always thinking someone is going to come put me out .i am so very happy for you never forget you are beautiful and full of worth @brendasprankle

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@coleworldcole9438 thank you so much coleworld, it does take adjustment time for sure, But I am so thankful to be blessed, praying for all others.

[@brendasprankle9394]

Took a nice walk on this beautiful day. Amen. Hallelujah. Praise God.

[@johnfritz7222]

Thank you for this video. Have been homeless and it's no walk in the park. But hearing how the little girl looked up to you and was excited to meet and talk to you, is just beautifully amazing. And that they bought you a bed, and you have a relationship with this young girl. You absolutely have phenomenal energy and that little girl picked up on it, God bless you and the little girl and her mother for raising such an open minded, beautiful person.

[@lindamitchell324]

Glory To: God!! So happy for you.. May God keep blessing!! 😇

[@Lollipopmorgue]

“Invisible people” makes the folks on street visible. Brenda, I’m so happy for you!

[@brendasprankle9394]

thank you so much and I am thankful to invisible people. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

[@Lollipopmorgue]

brenda sprankle To, you, too. May this year be full of nothing but blessings and joy for you!

[@brendasprankle9394]

GOD IS GOOD, I AM ELATED. SO THANKFUL TO BE INDOORS. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HANNUKAH

[@brendasprankle9394]

SOMEONE IN MY BUILDING HAS THE VIRUS, PRAYERS PLEASE, BE SAFE

[@candiceadams7712]

Hi Brenda🙂 you're an inspiration. I hope you are doing well🙏🏽

[@amanda89793]

Stay well Brenda 🙏

[@joycenase3334]

🙏

[@beckysmith1787]

I hope you are safe and staying healthy. I pray that you can muster your way through this terrible virus. Please be careful🙏🥰

[@brendasprankle9394]

@@beckysmith1787 thank you, I pray for you too. I just celebrated one year in my new apt. God is good, Type Brenda Sprankle so blessed, I stream live

[@rosebuddud0307]

Just watched both your videos on invisible people. Brenda you are truly special ❤️ You deserve that home. But then again every homeless person deserves a home. I pray that the situation with homelessness will improve soon in Canada and the US. It is such a big problem 😪

[@nalinasjourneytomanifestin5226]

So happy for you! Greetings from Thailand

[@ragongon4457]

Hello my dear

[@TheDAT573]

Wonderful to see Brenda in her own apartment. She is a wonderful human being.

[@christianmendoza9942]

Congratulations Brenda on your new beginning

[@witchofstonycreek4550]

Shame on us in this country that we have disabled seniors living on the streets! This must change one person at a time. Bless you for helping.

[@laurentiamartaux8834]

Where is her family??