towrite,
I just wanted to say that I know you're having such a rough time, and I am so sorry for all you are going through. I wish I could find the right words or do the right thing to help you along, I really do.
In terms of the guy not getting back to you about the job -- sadly, this is the norm. People who get back to you are the ones who are exceptional in their job, no matter what they do. I've done so much job searching and know this to be true. Many, many other people have told me this as well, so I know it's not just me.
It's not just you, either. People are just flakey a lot of the times.
I know this won't sound so great when you're facing the prospect of living in your car and not even being able to buy dog food, but I can honestly tell you that there's always a reason a job doesn't work out. 100% of the time I have found out that it would have been awful. Generally, that I would have been laid off.
I feel so frustrated. I really, really wish I could do something to ease your mind and help your situation. I've been nearly in the same situation; I know how frightening it is.
I will continue to pray for you. That's all I know to do. God loves you, have faith in that.
xoxoxoxxo
LC