Here at home I was also taught that I should only “take shelter as far as the blanket will allow”. What you say is difficult and I imagine you not only writing this, but also living this “odyssey” and I understand you. Maybe that's why you talk so happily about the trips you have made, your car, your bicycle, the things you have now, because only those who have been empty-handed know the weight of things.
It will be good, on my part, to also talk about those moments when I felt the coldness of the wall on my back and a hole under my feet, just for not having money. I'll see you around.
Ah, I hope you are well. I send you a big hug, as always.