I have learned to appreciate the small things and family traditions that keep families together, especially the patriarchs who instill…
Humans of San QuentinMay 7, 2024
I learned my letters by the light of a kerosene lamp when my family lived in a house my mother's…
Humans of San QuentinMay 7, 2024
A man is not great because he never failed, a man is great because failure has never stopped him. As…
Humans of San QuentinMay 7, 2024
Growing up, I never understood why I always felt I had to strive to be perfect. I was a firstborn…
Humans of San QuentinMay 6, 2024
I am from Detroit and have been in and out of prison and jail throughout my life. I am finishing…
Humans of San QuentinMay 4, 2024
I met Mr.Brown at the RJ Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. He was a correctional officer. He turned out…
Humans of San QuentinMay 4, 2024
Freezing, naked, and with absolutely nothing to do, I began writing stories on suicide watch in my head. I was…
Humans of San QuentinMay 3, 2024
I have been clean and sober since October 26, 1999, and serving others is a massive part of my recovery.
Tiina VuorenmaaApril 12, 2024
