The mortgage crisis has forced people to be creative in moving on with their lives after losing a home. A new blog from PRX, EconomyBeat, found two bloggers who are upbeat, despite tough times.

In Michigan, where the auto industry layoffs have been forcing more and more foreclosures, Michigan Public Radio spoke with people who are having trouble picking up the pieces as the recession doesn’t seem to be letting up in the Midwest.

And in St. Louis, KETC hosted a town hall this week discussing the impact of the mortgage crisis from political, financial and personal angles. Participants and viewers were also able to contact advisers directly for more advice after the broadcast.