Getting By On Crayon Money
By Diana Moreno
Let me ask you something: Have you ever been ashamed of being on welfare? I know I have.

I grew up knowing I was on welfare. My grandma had been receiving it way before my twin and I came into the picture.

She came to New York when she was 14 years old. I believe she was alone. I think her mom sent her-I don't know. I don't really get into the history of my grandma's life. [read more]