A little insight to Tim's life

I have learned a lot more about Tim today that so many people are not aware of. So many people ask how Tim came to live on the streets and if he has family. Here are some insights that might help people understand Tim's situation more.

Tim graduated in Oklahoma and attended 2 years of college. About 7 years ago, Tim's Mother and Grandmother were killed and depression began to set in on Tim. His life became a downward spiral into drugs and alcohol and all though he has kicked the drug habit, he is an alcoholic. Due to Tim's alcoholism, he was unable to keep his jobs and about 4 and a half years ago, found himself homeless.

Tim has a brother, which I mentioned in the first post. His name is Stephen James Edwards and is in California somewhere. He has not seen his brother in 7 years.

Tim is going to go to a recovery center in Seattle and the Dolans will help him with counseling and more once he has completed his 5 week recovery in Seattle. Tim is eager to get back on his feet and willing to do what is necessary to get there. I want to thank the Dolan's for everything they are doing. If they can change just one life, it makes a difference in this world.

Tim, I wish you all the best and my prayers are with you!

~~ Rowdy~~

P.S. Site has 73, 618 hits since February 17, 2009

Tim's getting job offers!

As of yesterday, Sean was reporting that Tim (pimpthisbum.com) has had several job offers as well as those who have offered him a place to stay. One person offering him a place to stay is asking that someone split the cost with them. I think that it is awesome to see people coming together. A very nice gentleman took Tim fried chicken for lunch yesterday and the live chat was buzzing.

Tim opened up a little more last night discussing why he is on the streets. He is opening up more and people are getting to know a tad more about this guy. I think Sean and Kevin made a great choice when choosing Tim.

The website has over 50,000 hits since February 17th! Tim has been interviewed on national news, radio and newspapers all over the U.S. It is amazing. We are all seeing him on our local news nearly every day. However, it has drawn attention from the police. Yesterday the City of Houston Police gave him a warning. So he had to move locations and I am not sure where he is going to be this morning. But I will be watching for him to appear on his pimpthisbum-Cam.

Don't forget to stop by and see Tim at Pimpthisbum.com! Interesting story!

~~~Rowdy~~~

Totally Engrossed

I was reading the online news when I came across this article titled Pimp This Bum. So I had to read. Very interesting. A Father and Son have teamed up with an actual Bum they located in Houston and are paying him 100.00 a day while they complete an internet experiment.

Anyway, they air video and talk to Tim Edwards, the Star of Pimpthisbum.com. On their website, pimpthisbum.com, they have a wish list in which you can donate through paypal. The wish list is basically a tongue and cheek expression, all of the money raised will go into a trust for Tim.

While live on U-stream, people near by offer to drop of lunch. Tim is an up and coming star, literally overnight. All the huge news medias are doing interviews and airing stories about Tim Edwards and on the live chat with U-Stream, he has created a following. I am totally engrossed and have U-stream and chat on my computer while I am working.

Currently Tim is searching for his brother, Stephen James Edwards who is about 40, Tim himself is 37. Tim stated that Stephen is his last remaining family. So if anyone knows a Stephen James Edwards about 40 in California, give me a shout!

So Check It Out!