oh I see, ALL replies are "welcome" BUT then the "hypocrite" has them removed. I wrote a reply yesterday, and a woman wrote one as well. Both are now gone. It is sad how ronald can talk the talk, but when something is replied that he dont like, he cant walk the walk, and has them removed. I wont waste my time coming here anymore...very sad and pathetic.!!!
Thanks for writing. I finished the transcription for your post. I hope you had a Happy Birthday on the 7th.
You indicated that you are the 15th child in your family and have an identical twin. Do you maintain contact with any of your family members?
Have people been responding to your blog posts? I noted that although no one replied to your posts on the Between the Bars page, you continue to write frequently. I assumed that perhaps someone responds by writing and mailing directly to you rather than on this site. If not, may I ask what drives you to continue writing? I ask because you seem to be speaking to someone when you write.
You have likely met your new cell mate by now. I hope he is a good match for you.
You know, honestly, I'm somewhat comforted in knowing that your place ISN'T like the places we see on TV. Some of them look pretty rough. We watch a show called beyond scared straight which follows spoiled rotten punk kids into a prison and let's them get yelled at by inmates. It's actually a service put on by the inmates to assist in keeping kids out of the prison system. The whole point it, you can tell when they're moving around inside all these different places how bad each individual prison is. Just by the infrastructure alone, if nothing else. It everything looks awful, than you can surmise that the staff and inmates don't care about the environment they all live and work in, and therefore don't care about each other either. This would lead to more inside crime, violence, drugs, etc. It's sad. Most of the really seedy ones seem to be in California, or on the East Coast. All in all, your place doesn't sound too bad, if a guy has to be in prison. I do sympathize with the loss of gym equipment. That's still a stumper.
If you look at Countries where they have NO violent crime to speak of. It is because they let their citizens KNOW up front what they will face. You DONT see "murder" in many parts of the world, because the citizens KNOW, when they kill someone, they will VERY quickly be relieved of their head.
This Nation is FAR too soft on crime, which is why our prisons are so full to overflowing. In China for example, directly after the trial, the accused is led into an adjacent room, knelt down, and a bullett is deposited into the back of their skull. The price of the bullett is billed to their families.
I spent a career with Marine Recon, and have ZERO tolerance for crime. I was in front line combat numerous times, defending the rights of freedom enjoyed here in this Nation. I DONT feel sorry for ANYONE doing LWP, or on the rowe. Everyone makes their own choices, and MUST pay the fiddler afterwards. Prisoners here in the Nation, as bad as you say things are, actually have it quite good.
I read some of your blog, concerning the "horrible" conditions you are forced to live in. These conditions are actually MUCH BETTER than myself, and my fellow Recon Marines had to endure, many times.
I also DONT buy the "terrible" childhood stories I here from so many prisoners. My childhood was the WORST I have ever heard of. Yet, I made the decision to get away from it all, the gangs, violence, drugs all around me, and spend 20 years defending America.
I understand there has been a "tiny" percentage exhonerated from the rowe and GP, BUT, that is just how it must be. You CANT allow the majority to get away with murder, for the minorities sake. Until the GUTLESS people in charge of our Judicial system, grow a spine and model our system to mirror China's, or many middle eastern nations, people will continue to committ whatever crime they like, because they know they wont "suffer" like people in other Countries do.
It is your right, the right I fought for, to say what you like here. Remember though, in your position, on the very bottom of the food chain, when you piss off the "sharks", you become "bait". I am sure you understand this, and so I hope you accept your fate, when repercussions come back your way. I learned this the HARD way in the streets, and the Marines.
Hi Joe thanks again for reminding us to be still and listen I sometimes find that hard to do. You are so right He is waiting for us to realize He is God and that only thru Him will we find peace. That is also my prayer for you. I am so thankful for Him keeping you in His care and safe. I am also thankful for what He is doing in your life. I am so proud of you and look forward to these blogs. Thanks again for it being made possible. I love you and will see you soon. love Mom
Magic Man: I think about you often. They are good thoughts too. That is what the Word says to do!(Philippians 4:5) I received your letter sometime ago and misplaced it until the other day. Thanks for allowing me to connect with you via "Betweenthebars." Must be wonderful to study the Word in Hebrew and/or Greek. Talk about indepth study!! I still have "The Message Bible" which you gave me. It has the ability to open the Word using today's English. Joey, Each time I see that Bible in the bookcase and each time I pass the condo where you live, I remember our good times. Blessings, I love you, Man! miles
Hi Ronald, We used to write many years ago but lost contact. Thought I would look up your site and sat the last hour (on works time haha) glued to my screen and now feel like I have entered another world. You write so well that us readers feel like we are sat there with you, while telling a story. So sorry about your friend. A close friend of mine was executed back in 1999 in Missouri.
I fully intend to sit down and send you some more mail but I had to let you know straight away that reading this is so moving.
Your take care
Susan Goulding 9 Castle Close Sprotbrough Doncaster DN5 7NP ENGLAND
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You indicated that you are the 15th child in your family and have an identical twin. Do you maintain contact with any of your family members?
Have people been responding to your blog posts? I noted that although no one replied to your posts on the Between the Bars page, you continue to write frequently. I assumed that perhaps someone responds by writing and mailing directly to you rather than on this site. If not, may I ask what drives you to continue writing? I ask because you seem to be speaking to someone when you write.
You have likely met your new cell mate by now. I hope he is a good match for you.
Regards,
ggvdb
You know, honestly, I'm somewhat comforted in knowing that your place ISN'T like the places we see on TV. Some of them look pretty rough. We watch a show called beyond scared straight which follows spoiled rotten punk kids into a prison and let's them get yelled at by inmates. It's actually a service put on by the inmates to assist in keeping kids out of the prison system. The whole point it, you can tell when they're moving around inside all these different places how bad each individual prison is. Just by the infrastructure alone, if nothing else. It everything looks awful, than you can surmise that the staff and inmates don't care about the environment they all live and work in, and therefore don't care about each other either. This would lead to more inside crime, violence, drugs, etc. It's sad. Most of the really seedy ones seem to be in California, or on the East Coast. All in all, your place doesn't sound too bad, if a guy has to be in prison. I do sympathize with the loss of gym equipment. That's still a stumper.
This Nation is FAR too soft on crime, which is why our prisons are so full to overflowing. In China for example, directly after the trial, the accused is led into an adjacent room, knelt down, and a bullett is deposited into the back of their skull. The price of the bullett is billed to their families.
I spent a career with Marine Recon, and have ZERO tolerance for crime. I was in front line combat numerous times, defending the rights of freedom enjoyed here in this Nation. I DONT feel sorry for ANYONE doing LWP, or on the rowe. Everyone makes their own choices, and MUST pay the fiddler afterwards. Prisoners here in the Nation, as bad as you say things are, actually have it quite good.
I read some of your blog, concerning the "horrible" conditions you are forced to live in. These conditions are actually MUCH BETTER than myself, and my fellow Recon Marines had to endure, many times.
I also DONT buy the "terrible" childhood stories I here from so many prisoners. My childhood was the WORST I have ever heard of. Yet, I made the decision to get away from it all, the gangs, violence, drugs all around me, and spend 20 years defending America.
I understand there has been a "tiny" percentage exhonerated from the rowe and GP, BUT, that is just how it must be. You CANT allow the majority to get away with murder, for the minorities sake. Until the GUTLESS people in charge of our Judicial system, grow a spine and model our system to mirror China's, or many middle eastern nations, people will continue to committ whatever crime they like, because they know they wont "suffer" like people in other Countries do.
It is your right, the right I fought for, to say what you like here. Remember though, in your position, on the very bottom of the food chain, when you piss off the "sharks", you become "bait". I am sure you understand this, and so I hope you accept your fate, when repercussions come back your way. I learned this the HARD way in the streets, and the Marines.
John
I love you and will see you soon.
love
Mom
I still have "The Message Bible" which you gave me. It has the ability to open the Word using today's English. Joey, Each time I see that Bible in the bookcase and each time I pass the condo where you live, I remember our good times. Blessings,
I love you, Man! miles
I fully intend to sit down and send you some more mail but I had to let you know straight away that reading this is so moving.
Your take care
Susan Goulding
9 Castle Close
Sprotbrough
Doncaster
DN5 7NP
ENGLAND