OK.
Here's the story of me "secretly" living in a VA Facility....
Back in early '98,
I was basically homeless; living in my car.
Parked in various places that I felt would not attract attention of criminals and the law....
I landed a Temporary job at the Wichita, Kansas VA Facility to help with updating computer furniture and office design.
8-5.
M-F.
At the end of the work day, I clocked out and left with everyone else.
Got into my car, drove to the closest grocery store and bought lunchmeat and bread.
I'd then go to a park and have a couple of sandwiches until dusk.
Then I'd head back to the VA and park in the lot close to a wing that was shut down, once used for "older" Vets.
I would, ahem, enter and pick the room that I wanted to sleep.
There was a nurse's station complete with a refrigerator.
Since this area was my "Base of Operations" to assemble the new furniture, I kept my "groceries" in the refrigerator.
If anyone asked, that was my lunch.
There were still security patrols in the closed wing, but I quickly learned their rounds.
I was able to time the rounds to allow showers and even to watch a bit of TV.
It really wasn't too bad, but,
knowing how to "sleep lightly" paid off.
I was never discovered.
Although some close calls....
In fact, this is the first time that this story is being told.....
In the morning,
I slipped out and joined other workers arriving for the day.
When the assignment was completed,
I asked for a letter of reference...
"...On a regular basis he has shown up and been on time."
Best of Wishes,
Always,
Scott
Wichita, Huh, Scotty?
Park City?
Wasn't that where the "BTK" killer was from?
About when?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Rader
Yeah,
I was kinda worried about where I parked for the night to sleep....
The safety of the VA was a welcome option....