Katie and Paul are homeless sleeping rough. A love story from the streets of London.

I always get mixed feelings when I return to a city and run into a homeless person I know. I am glad to see a familiar face; often I build amazing relationships with people in a very short time. But knowing that in the months - or even years that I have been gone - we could not get this person off the streets messes me up. Such are my feelings reconnecting with Katie and Paul.
Back in July when I first visited London, I stopped and talked to Katie and Paul nearly every day during my stay. I gave them socks and bought them cheeseburgers, as I did with a small group of rough sleepers I befriended on the Strand. Being the weather is drastically colder now, I wasn't sure if anyone I knew would still be sleeping rough.
Within a few hours of being back in London I ran into Katie and Paul. I gave them hand warmers, which was a first for them. They love the hand warmers telling me they are "brilliant" and "lovely". I've kept them stocked up on hard warmers and socks, which is nice, but we need to get this couple off the streets into a warm flat!
Paul told me everyone else I met this summer has moved on or is staying in a hostel (shelter), but because they are a couple, and hostels split up couples unless they are married (often, because a shelter does not have the facility for couples, even married couples have to live apart) they decided to sleep rough even during the bad weather.
Katie and Paul both have been on the streets for three years. What I didn't know until this interview is they met on the streets and fell in love. Being candid, normally homeless romance rarely works out - yet there is something very different about these two. While on the streets, Paul has helped Katie get off the booze, and they both work hard at supporting each other throughout the day. The stress of homelessness is often too hard for relationships to bare. But I think these two are going to make it!
Katie and Paul are two amazing people who want to be together and do not want to be separated at any cost. Oh, and wait until you hear their third wish! A true love story right from the streets of London.
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[@animalsareourangels93]

Very sweet couple. I wish them nothing but the very best!

[@googlebarbaralernerspectre2581]

The government is beyond pathetic. This is sickening the fact people are homeless like this. These people are suffering so much.

[@goodra999]

You can blame the foster care system and the system as a whole

[@Waga_Waga00]

I can be miserable myself, but can't stand my beloved one going through the same misery. As a guy I can imagine the remorse and worthlessness that man might be feeling inside.

[@elainebmack]

Imagine being able to end an addiction under such difficult circumstances. Now imagine what they will be able to do with their three wishes. I believe they will make it!

[@maura1686]

Loneliness make us addicted. Being a couple makes everything easier.

[@tonigray8465]

I pray this couple have received the help they need and all their wishes have come true.

[@sambarnes3887]

Wonderful couple ❤️ hope they’re ok now ❤️

[@verronica2]

Yesterday walkin through the park I saw that old man that always sleeps on the same bench. He changes his clothes everyday, walks around, keeps to himself. As I walked by him he was standing up, eyes closed, hands in prayer. I prayed to God, asking help for him . God answered "oh he is not the one you need to be worried about. He is on the right path. Pray for those who have things - they need it more" I was so shocked by His response. It felt like I had made a naive petition suddenly. All I see in these videos are souls full of kindness and light.

[@bovko1]

That's a heartwarming story.. Sad, but heartwarming

[@ArifHussain-yn5sf]

This video segment of homeless people.I am watching daily basis. but daily my feelings very sad.Why these people homeless.Sir you are doing great job.💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@dimvalsgames9721]

OMG how they love each other what a beautifully sweet couple and I hope and believe that will have their 3 wishes done and all of the good things and good health for them they can do it I hope they did it or they have it all in 2021 because 20 sucks!!!

[@bogsplash8612]

I hope they got their wishes

[@schan9547]

Often, Love is all that sustains us. The irony of these two needing to broken up and isolated just to receive help.

[@rockoncat4598]

U human being u not pigeon or valtures u beautiful people!!!!

[@porky6xx]

God Bless them

[@stevenestrada2570]

Is there any updates on them God bless you brother these videos keep me going so I don't end up back there good job brother

[@sharonrebibo6015]

I hope you will never go back there.

[@stevenharvey9797]

If I had the resources , and the opportunity, and the personnel I would get all of the individuals that wanted to be housed off the streets. I used to be homeless and I never want to forget it. I thank God that the experience has been seared on my memory!

[@haze42082]

Its so nice to see people who aren't trying to fit into the wicked system. If only others could be as strong as them. These people aren't being decieved by satan. They have eyes to see and ears to hear. They can see the wickedness in high places and don't need to adhere or fit in, YAH bless!!!!!!!

[@hiphopdood]

Ain't that the truth mate. Sometimes it takes being stripped of everything to find that freedom. It's so hard to fit in and go along with the system and remain ethical and moral.

[@teresajohnson2899]

I fell so sorry for all homeless people and kids to being on beaches and street . All need help too.they are God people to.

[@jimmyjones9780]

Nicely setup for the future ....

[@caitydallavalle3330]

I hope they are ok now 😢

[@darrendavies298]

Hope you 2are aight mutch love 💝

[@sally-ws9bf]

Are there any updates on them?

[@beachlife3738]

Wow she got sober on the streets.. I hope they are doing well..

[@sharonrebibo6015]

If someone is heavily affected by drink, an addict, surely getting off drink means totally giving it up.

[@maylai6549]

Any update for this couple after many years by now ?

[@dangerousslave]

A nice couple.

[@haze42082]

@punkyhiphop.... that's truth brother u can't possibly fit into these wicked worldy systems/power structures and be righteous and truthful at the same time. All these systems are evil, but only certain people have the heart to see it and those ones are Gods called out and chosen ones. Peace!!!!!!!

[@vincentgately556]

Please Jesus give them a home Amen

[@Magdalene777]

One thing about this channel is we never find out how things turned out for the people who are featured.

[@KatieLou-ye5gn]

As far as I know, we both have somewhere to live now. I haven't had contact with him in years, but I'm no longer homeless.

[@carlakoala7415]

​@@KatieLou-ye5gnis this you in the video Katie? I'm so happy you found a home. Hope you are doing well wishing the best for you

[@vaishaliijagtap406]

Hii any updates on this couple??

[@carlosfigueroa790]

Lack of work and lack of victuals, A debauch of smuggled whisky, And his children in the workhouse Made the world so black a riddle That he plunged for a solution; And, although his knife was edgeless, He was sinking fast towards one, When they came, and found, and saved Them.

[@sharonrebibo6015]

Excellent poem.😍

[@violet1785]

❤️

[@goodra999]

Have they turned their life around?

[@krhe2775]

Hopefully you guys have a place

[@angelsilly6436]

Why stay together if it makes it more difficult to make it tho? I had to better my situation before I could concentrate on a building a relationship and starting a family. It took about a year of hard work but I made it! Keep your goals straight

[@darrendavies298]

They love each other

[@pickywolf2728]

Angel Silly gold digger alert 🚨

[@miguelcastillo-cedano8386]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😊

[@jamesblower3301]

God bless tham really. London England yes the UK government give number 1 treatment to immigration

[@davidpayne1519]

Same in states

[@naco1390]

Germany first 😅

[@Susiecat24]

Over there unfortunately it’s all about the Indian people and people from Africa. I spent 7 years over there coming home every 3rd month and then going back as per my visa allowed and trust me their government is as messed up as ours is here in the U.S. Seems foreigners and refugees come first over our own people. Yet we pay the taxes that support these people instead of it going where it should for our own country’s people that need it more. It’s a sad situation for not only Britain but the U.S. too. When do our people get the help they need from their own governments?

[@duran007fan5]

@@Susiecat24 I said it back in the early 1990's when the united states started helping out Russian immigrants more than our own veterans that americans are going to be killed off that's exactly what's happening now.

[@octododge5164]

It seems that every government puts the needs of immigrants over their own citizens. I know the same is happening here in New Zealand. Being a native, indigenous Maori man, I have seen injustices daily and having to watch my people get pushed out to make room for new subdivisions solely developed for the never ending immigrants is so hurtful.

[@emanuelserban5339]

God bless all of you ! Praise The Lord Jesus Christ ! 🤗🙏☝🙂😃

[@stan22677]

Price the load, aye man?

[@julielarson3107]

Wish we knew how they are today!!!

[@KatieLou-ye5gn]

No longer together and no longer homeless. We had a baby together, he wasn't allowed near, I couldn't cope alone and gave my baby to my sister. My baby is doing fantastic and that's all that truly matters!

[@darciesniegiecki2706]

Wished they were in America!

[@andrewbrice9016]

This site's subtitles are often incorrect,perhaps by mistake.

[@trinajames7222]

[@haze42082]

@jwbrummel why are you ashamed of being poor or begging? The bible says blessed are the poor. The poor man should rejoice in his high standings in heaven. Its harder to pass a camel through the eye of a needle than it is for the rich man to enter heaven.

[@mohininair1979]

Any updates on them ?

[@JosephBrummel]

Beg?! I have been homeless for years and I would never beg. I recycle and earn my keep.

[@milne1985]

Joseph Pitka the recycling for money machines in some countries where people collect cans and get money doesn't exist in England. If that is what you meant?

[@ericogle4159]

Hope both get a job and housing

[@toffeegamer4672]

Funny thing is in the uk land law is that when God takes it back is the only time you can help yourself and rely on yourself.Nobady really owns anything,its a terible idea.

[@scottmorrison466]

Can't they split up at night and them meet during the day.

[@usernane3652]

I think they are co-dependent on alcohol, that is why they need to be split up in order to get help.

[@thevintagepoet]

Cute

[@hannecatton2179]

Plenty of hotel places for migrants now though !

[@relaxwithtomomusic3318]

Totally agree English got let importants an rights then over country's coming in.

[@0308920133]

pukka

[@quokkapirquish6825]

I liked them til he showed his racism.

[@ivie2011]

why they dont work?? two people can earn enaugh for rent, it is much easier than being a single... My husband would never let me sleep on the street as he loves me..

[@MrGaragenation]

Because they're homeless with no address stupid!

[@Rebecca-ow8pi]

Ieva Armine can't work without an address here

[@user-lq7bp7ue1g]

Can't work without an address

[@milne1985]

Not evreyone has a safety net of friends or family who offer a room or a sofa. I am in the same situation and am holding down a full time job. I have slept on a few peoples floors but have been outdoors mostly and it's terrifying. I am worried about the future, in a constant state of fear and anxiety. I was made homeless three weeks ago with no notice whatsoever it was done there and then on the spot.

[@alexreeperbahn7236]

Be lovely guys.

[@FreedomFighter-cr5xg]

I see homeless people drinking alcohol,smoking cigarettes , harassing people ,committing crimes etc .. I'm not giving my hard earned money to a bunch of people that refuse to better themselves and demand to live off people like me .. no reason to be homeless or out of a job .. no one I know is homeless or on welfare ... these people need to be put in jail , a institution or work camps until they come to their senses .. that will take care of the homeless problem in a positive way

[@ivie2011]

i will never believe to it!! Lazy lazy lazy! There are also other town where easier to survive! I know girl who earns 90(!) per week and pays rent for 60(!) week in Manchester!! - This is just such a big drama!! - waiting from government- AND GUESS WHAT - THEY WANNA BABY!!!!!

[@zerofox7347]

Such a naive comment, how can you be lazy when you have nowhere to sleep or be warm? I hope you're never in that situation.

[@AlexKidd]

when its right in front of you're eyes and you still don't believe it that makes you completely hopeless & an idiot

[@AtticTapes14]

Would any companies hire homeless?

[@m.dawoodtopala9293]

U never understand before it happens to u.

[@stoptherot1]

I hope that you never ever end up in the situation that these folks find them selves in. Your post was the post of a very naive person. You never know when something could happen, that would leave you with nothing. It's not about how clever you and your husband are, it's about how fortunate you are. The people at the the top of the Capitalism Pyramid ensure that there isn't enough resources to go around. The create the scarcity, to make sure people like you and hubby continue to make them rich.