Jane, the Mahalo idea sounds intriguing. I will look into that and let you know if it is useful for making some cash. What a neat idea, though.
The roadkill idea is also interesting. I saw a dead skunk yesterday but have no desire to mess with that particular carcass.
But hmmm. When you cook roadkill, do you have to skin it, dress it, etc? That would be a huge learning curve. But doable. Not gross, but certainly something to think about.
Along these lines i wonder if butchers have meat they sell that is like 'extra' pieces that they might sell for cheap.
I am also looking online for pet shelters that help provide food/vaccine vouchers to low income pet owners. I have a found one in my state, but not really nearby. Maybe I should go to my local shelter and ask what programs they have.
I don't have a CostCo membership. I used to buy my pets a very good brand of food - the Nutro line - but now am forced to use Walmart's Old Roy. It seems to be okay; they don't seem to care, but i feel guilty about it.
I was thinking about the RV to barter for work but would frankly rather be in the wilderness. I am not a people person. There are places i can stay for around 200 a month that includes full utilities once i am able to find a source of income that works for me.
Community. I like what you are saying about that. Do you have more thoughts on that concept?