A Travelogue Through Mental Illness and Homelessness

In the compelling autobiography “What’s Wrong? I Don’t Know” by Kelleen Dawson, the author shares her own problems on a daily basis with anxiety and despair, bringing attention to the difficulties that many people encounter. Her narrative takes an unexpected turn when, at the age of 57, she finds herself without a place to live and must deal with the hardships of traveling with her cat, BooBoo.

Being one of the many homeowners impacted by the economic collapse in 2011 causes Kelleen’s life to take an unexpected turn. She starts a brave mission to reconstruct her life after finding herself penniless, broke, and facing an uncertain future. Kelleen’s calico cat, BooBoo, becomes her loyal companion amidst the tumult. Their relationship is essential for conquering the difficulties of homelessness, in addition to offering emotional support.

The unwavering affection of a pet turns into a ray of hope. Her strength of character, bravery, and relationship with BooBoo provide a unique viewpoint on the relationship between homelessness and mental illness.

“What’s Wrong? I Don’t Know” by Kelleen Dawson is a monument to the resilience that may be found in the face of adversity. A lesson to be learned from Kelleen’s experience is that hope and regeneration can exist even in the most hopeless circumstances.