Gratitude Letters
“Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other.” – Randy PauschIt gives us the utmost pleasure of having the capability to share these amazing stories with the world, and in return, receiving a plethora of loving, caring, & inspirational messages that we can share directly back to them. But when these men & women take time to not only thank their supporters, but thank the HOSQ team for everything that we do, that is the greatest reward of all & reinforces that our efforts are not in vain. Beyond the appreciated gratitude, some of these men & women also provide updates after their stories have been shared.Below are “Thank You” notes sent from incarcerated residents to the HOSQ family & supporters.
Vu
Dear Diane & HoSQ Team, I send my best wishes for health, peace and joy. I had received both of your correspondences, including copies of the edited pieces and the certificate of recognition. I...
Raul
Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending. Thank you Diane, Juan and Humans of San Quentin team! Raul
Brandon
Dear Diane & Team:I am in grateful receipt of your recent correspondence and thank you for all your timeand efforts associated with this interesting opportunity! Being that there’s...
Lavont
Hi Diane, I just wanted to thank you for allowing me to become a proud member of “Humans of San Quentin”. It’s such a blessing to be able to bring awareness, and build connections. Mrs. Khan, you’re...
Louis “Salam”
Heal, bless and prosper, Thank you Diane and Juan for exposing me to the world, and your kind feedback on my story! My release date is March 3rd, 2021, and I need to know how to follow up with me...
Mark
To Diane, Thank you/the H.O.S.Q team for the copy/second copy of my story being posted. I was so overwhelmed with joy to know I was able to have an impact of positivity in the community @ large and...
Paris
Dear Humans of San Quentin personnel.... Attn: Diane Not being sure if I read the name correctly, this is to have you know that a second postcard was received indicating that my words will be...
Patrick
Hi Diane, Hey, just a note to say, “I salute you”, for your continued commitment and sponsorship… Were it not for you, many of our visions would remain undeveloped dreams deferred. So yes, I stand...
Philippe
11/25/20 Hello Humans of San Quentin. Thank you for all the love and good vibes. I’m not cold actually. This is not cold weather to me. Anyway. Yes, you can share my info with Sorja and I was...
Walter
Dear Diane, or to whom it may concern: Best wishes, greetings and regards to you all! I had received your white manila envelope with your invitation letter asking me to submit for the (HoSQ) website...
Ant
Dear I pray and hope that all is well on your end. As for myself truly I am blessed and thankful. Thankful for you all giving us a voice to be heard and seen truly you all are a blessing. Yes, I was...
Ignacio
Hi my name is Ignacio Sanchez, I recently submitted a story to you guys & Iappreciate your input. I just wanted to write to you guys & thank you for taking the timeto read my story. If you...
Walter
I’m currently serving a 15-to-life sentence for attempted murder. I want to start this off by saying that because I’m not the same person who committed that crime. I am a changed man! Part of my...
Walter
My usually single mom did the best she could for me. I was an only child, shy, had very few friends, was an outcast and I felt awkward and out of place. Kids made fun of me. I can only remember two...
William “Romeo”
Being locked away has helped me realize the real differences between my wants and my needs. Inside these walls, my feelings of being lost and forgotten haven’t made me lose hope or give up on my...
Alexander
Greetings Diane, I received a gracious postcard from the HOSQ. Many thanks. I am extremely pleased to have received a response from you. I also received some exceptionally great news that I want to...