SAH, if we were being scored on 'passive aggressive insults' you would score top marks for that post! It's not a very constructive comment to Jeremy's blog post though. I'm a little disappointed; I know you're capable of much more.
Wow, I can't believe I stumbled across this. It breaks my heart to read some of it, because I know it is genuine... Ive been home 3 weeks now. Please know you are never forgotten, thought of often... And prayed for daily. I still have much love for you loca, you will be hearing from me very soon. Hebrews 13:3 Love- J
SAH - I assume anyone that imposes the death sentence on another innocent human being - in turn gets the death sentence. But this is Floridas current law....
Currently, Florida's capital crimes are:[3] First-degree murder Felony murder[4] Capital drug trafficking[citation needed] Capital Sexual Battery. Florida Statue 794.011.2.a states that "A person 18 years of age or older who commits sexual battery upon, or in an attempt to commit sexual battery injures the sexual organs of, a person less than 12 years of age commits a capital felony." [5]
And also the Governer/Warden has had a rule in place for some time, that seeking penpals/or relationships via internet or print materials is not allowed. The sole reason being is to protect citizens from being scammed.
What a heartbreaking read! And you're right, the things you explain don't seem to be isolated incidents. I've read similar blog posts on this site from others in super max facilities. I don't live in the USA and the responses from the services set up to assist you with these types of issues seem to relay the same message... they don't have enough funding to act. I truely wish I had something more useful to add. As a Psychology student I couldn't be more appauled in the message you relay here.
Beautifully written! This is exactly why I fully believe we should never give up on each other. There is good to be found in everyone. I hope you find the opportunities to make a good and positive difference in the world on your release.
You had me reading all the way to the end but... there IS no end... I'm waiting patiently for the next installment :)
I have a short answer to your question... I believe, yes, whole heartedly that people deserve a second, (or third, or fourth) chance; some are slower learners than others but we should never give up on each other.
Since you referenced Pandora's box I feel the need to share with you that I live in the part of the world where the Pandora came to grief on the Great Barrier Reef when it was in search of the Bounty (of mutiny on the Bounty fame). We have a live replica of Pandora's box in our local museum (that's your useless fact for the day ;)
I would also like to suggest that not all readers are ignorant enough to believe you lived in a vacuum before you were sentenced at 18; I for one believe the story began long before that... we've all come from somewhere and are all a product of all our life experiences. I realise this is an older post but I hope you start writing again.
As a Psychology student I know these are significant problems which are magnified within the prison system. I'm glad to hear that you were able to overcome these destructive ways of dealing with your pain. The mind is incredibly powerful. I applaud you for reaching out to help others and would love to hear if you have remained on this path since your release.
I see this post is 2 years old now but thought I'd comment regardless, (in case you still haven't realised the answer on your own) I taught myself the answer to your first question when I was 18 & faced with the prospect of being 'hurt to the point where death seemed better than life'. I believe the answer to be you must love 'yourself' first and foremost. To to show yourself a healthy respect (which also makes you more lovable in the eyes of others) love with all you have, but don't ever forget yourself in the equation. & yes; a lot of women are fiercely tedious... haha.
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Love- J
Currently, Florida's capital crimes are:[3]
First-degree murder
Felony murder[4]
Capital drug trafficking[citation needed]
Capital Sexual Battery. Florida Statue 794.011.2.a states that "A person 18 years of age or older who commits sexual battery upon, or in an attempt to commit sexual battery injures the sexual organs of, a person less than 12 years of age commits a capital felony." [5]
And also the Governer/Warden has had a rule in place for some time, that seeking penpals/or relationships via internet or print materials is not allowed. The sole reason being is to protect citizens from being scammed.
It's hard to soar like an eagle when you're surrounded by turkeys :D
You're doing an amazing job!
Nicki
Nicki
Nicki
I have a short answer to your question... I believe, yes, whole heartedly that people deserve a second, (or third, or fourth) chance; some are slower learners than others but we should never give up on each other.
Since you referenced Pandora's box I feel the need to share with you that I live in the part of the world where the Pandora came to grief on the Great Barrier Reef when it was in search of the Bounty (of mutiny on the Bounty fame). We have a live replica of Pandora's box in our local museum (that's your useless fact for the day ;)
I would also like to suggest that not all readers are ignorant enough to believe you lived in a vacuum before you were sentenced at 18; I for one believe the story began long before that... we've all come from somewhere and are all a product of all our life experiences. I realise this is an older post but I hope you start writing again.
Take care.
Nicki
I hope all is going well for you.
Nicki
Nicki
It would be good to see you send through some more posts; I see you haven't been here for a year now.
Nicki