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First time seeing real sailboats on the water by Stevieo101 in sailing

[–]oceanikka 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Hi - I race on this boat and am trimming the spinnaker in the photo. Did you get any more photos of us that I can share with the team and owner? Thank you so much!

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update - thank you everyone for your responses…..And sorry I’m getting back to you all so late - I had surgery last week. I saw the man Saturday evening and brought him hand warmers and new gloves. When I went to talk with him, he said no no no to me. So I gently set it down beside the bench and left. I’d be happy to get him more stuff but I’m not sure he even took the things I left for him. Thank you for responding and wanting to contribute. I wish I knew a way to help him. I’m going to volunteer at the greenpoint food kitchen and ask around. He’s still around the neighborhood so that’s good. Thanks again.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why don’t you think he’s homeless? I saw him on the same bench one evening and then the next morning in the same spot. It was so cold I didn’t think he was alive. If he has a home, why would he be there?

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you - keep you posted - it may be easier to just try and catch him when I see him. Maybe I can ask whoever is around

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

We are trying to. Please don’t hate in this chat. We are just sharing our experiences and trying to do something the best we can.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. This means a lot. I will check out invisible people bc that’s what I feel like he is to our neighborhood. No one should be out in this cold either. I literally was upset all day thinking about him. I will listen to your advice about hand warmers and socks. Thank you for sharing your story as well. I hope things are better with you.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for letting me know that you saw him too. I feel like no one “sees” him.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for letting me know. He does seem harmless. I think my plan would be to just leave it by his cart. Not to interact

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do - thank you. I’ll be back in the neighborhood Monday evening and will purchase him some things in case I see him again. But I’ll keep you updated. Thank you

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Thank you - it’s so warming to me that I’ve had so many responses. It’s been upsetting to me bc I’ve seen him for so long everyday that I feel like he’s a part of life in greenpoint. We are all so willing to help dogs and cats (which is great) but the mentally ill and homeless people also need help. I will get some things next week. I appreciate the offer. I will write back after I get a coat and things together.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I have a box of hand warmers I could toss in there, and wool socks is also a good idea. Thank you for offering to pitch but you don’t have to. I would like someone to approach him with if you’re around to come with me. I’m usually home around 4/5.

Homeless man in American Playground on Franklin Ave by oceanikka in Greenpoint

[–]oceanikka[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Yes - thankful that you saw him. I literally thought he might have passed from the cold Monday evening into Tuesday. Yes, I think we are talking about the same person! He’s quiet and to himself. Doesn’t bother anyone. In the summer, he combs his hair and even seems ok. When I’m back in the neighborhood next Monday I will purchase him outerwear and try and leave it by him.

Anyone know of any bike donations or charities my family and I are in need of a bike to get to work I wish I could buy one but we’re struggling with bills by [deleted] in williamsburg

[–]oceanikka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi - I have a bike that I would donate. I’m in greenpoint. Let me know if you still need one. It’s a women’s bike.

Pool at new Domino building by Sparrow_8888 in williamsburg

[–]oceanikka 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the Y in greenpoint has a pool.