Mr. Chan’s Cabinet

“How do you think of the environment where you are living?” I asked,

“Just as you see, small enough. We have no choices.” Replied Mr. Chan, with helplessness in his eyes.

“ What do you live on without working?”

“ I’m receiving subsidy from Comprehensive Social Security Assistance, about 3700 HKD (660 AUD) per month.”

“Around 1300 HKD (232 AUD) for renting apartment each month, can you meet your need for food with the rest of 2400 HKD (428 AUD)?”

“Obviously no, but I’m just muddling along with no thought for tomorrow.” He smiled bitterly.

Mr.Chan has no jobs, living in cubicle apartment which is 30 square feet (2.78square meter). He describes himself as a document, who can only stay in the cabinet forever.