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Jamie, 53

I have learned that awful and traumatic things happen in life, and most people will experience them. It's how we…
Barry
March 21, 2025
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From Joseph, 43

We learned firsthand that the struggle is real. Thinking back, though, I wouldn’t change shit. This is what makes me…
Barry
March 13, 2025
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A Seat for Mom & Dad

They used to sit there together, such a priceless view and location. My mother, Margaret Ann, passed away last Monday…
Barry
February 20, 2025
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Benjamin, 53

I have a son—he’s 16 now. He’s the main reason I stay out of trouble. Since I’ve been here, I…
Barry
February 14, 2025
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Jason, 44

I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about my grandpa—not just his words, but his actions. By the time I…
Barry
February 11, 2025
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Jamel, 60

Thousands of incarcerated sons and daughters sit helpless, unable to be there as their parents’ voices grow weaker with every…
Barry
February 5, 2025
Introducing

Marcos, 28

If there’s one thing I must instill in you, it’s this: stand on all ten. Even when your back is…
Barry
February 5, 2025
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Jaime, 38

I am nervous, excited, anxious, elated, joyous, did I mention nervous? Well a lot of that. I am now a…
Barry
January 29, 2025
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Richard, 49

In those fleeting hours, we experienced love, peace, and happiness—feelings I like to believe have shaped who we’ve each become.…
Barry
January 17, 2025

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