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For the first time in my life, I felt something I had never felt before. It was like I hadn’t truly been alive until I held her in my arms, so fragile yet so strong.

My best life experience was when my ex-wife was having our oldest daughter, Heaven. Before her, I thought I knew what love was, but I was so wrong. For the first time in my life, I felt something I had never felt before. It was like I hadn’t truly been alive until I held her in my arms, so fragile yet so strong. It was crazy. I’ve never felt anything like that love for anyone. I love you, my kids—Heaven, Haylee, and Helix. Even though I’m in prison, I know my kids love me just as much as I love them. Thanks for the love you guys give me.

Love, 

Dad

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