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Derrick, 45
“I know I can’t do it alone because I’m new to this spiritual journey. But I can visualize myself entering back into society, sharing my testimony in church, standing at the podium on stage in front of a crowd of believers.”
Joseph, 67
From slavery to unity, through suffering and scorn,
Katrina can’t break us as Americans,
Like before, we’ll weather the storm.
Todd, 36
It is unnatural to me for a parent to outlive his child. Facing this harsh reality while incarcerated forced me to deal with it head-on.
Moonshadow, 43
That day taught me three things. It really is the thought that counts. Always be creative. A simple act of love and caring can bring a smile to another person.
Alexander, 26
A friend is someone you can count on. Someone you share your thoughts with.
Shawn, 46
I’ve been known As “R227**” staff and prison officials only see me as a number.
Shane, 44
As my teacher, the Buddha once said, ‘One may conquer a million men in a single battle; however, the greatest and best warrior conquers himself.’
Michael, 41
My name is Michael, I breathe air and I am not a monster. Thank you for giving me a face, a voice, and for seeing me as a person.
Kevin, 58
I enjoyed every smile and assumed joy that another human being received as they came upon a free Sunday newspaper on top of the newsstand.
Derrick, 46
It took 15 years of incarceration and the death of my daughter for me to come to the reality that I was heading down the wrong path.
Bryce, 55
I have learned that no one ever deserves to be harmed, abused, or violated under any circumstance, especially children, and it is never too late to change.