Everyone deserves the opportunity for redemption. We are all more than our crimes! Even in our darkest days we need to remind ourselves of that. We can all do better if we reflect on our actions and use the proper channels to learn to cope and be better than we were before. Here's to hoping you get the second chance we all deserve!
WOW. this is so profound! I went through the same type of doubt about god and religion when I was in my teens. I grew up in a semi-religious household. My siblings still go to church these days. I however do not. It is my belief that I don't need church or bibles to have a personal relationship with God. Sure, I pray every night with my husband and son.... I want to introduce my child (and husband for that matter) to the loving God that I know. And to teach them that praying to god doesn't need to follow some format with fancy words and ritualistic gestures... hands clasped, head down, tithing every week to the church. Sure, church is great for some. But I am of the belief system that I don't need to go to church to foster a relationship with God. He is all around us, he is everywhere. I talk to him whenever I need to. Simply put, like I said to my 5 year old son, "praying is a fancy word for talking to god. You can do it anywhere, out loud or in your head. God loves you just the way you are, just talk to him once in a while". Your writing style is so beautiful and clear. I really enjoyed reading this!
I agree whole heartedly! We tell people "you do the crime, you do the time"... and justly so. But the part that people don't see is when bad people are put in positions of power, they abuse the very people that are supposed to come out of their "time out" as rehabilitated citizens. Almost anyone with a diploma can become a corrections officer. And the uniform comes with a level of respect that is seldom earned. In my opinion, psychological abuse if one of the most damaging forms of abuse... because it's as invisible as it is impacting and lasting. I don't know what the answer is, but educating the public about these cruelties is certainly a good starting point. Thank you for writing!
fantastic story. It kept me hooked through to the end. I could picture the town and the fish! Writing has always been such a huge coping mechanism for me to deal with my emotions and mental health issues. It sounds like you're putting in the hard work to figure out what makes you tick. Keep going man! You'll do great!
Wow! this is beautiful!!! It always amazes me what people can do with their abilities if just given the time and opportunity. I never knew I could write as well as I could until I did jail time. Keep exploring your talents!!
Our Lord and Savior continues to shine His light onto me and I pray that He does the same for you. It’s great hearing from you Dad. I’m going to step up and send you something written in the mail. I’m going to do better as a son, and as a person, especially going into 2019. I guess I just needed some time to sort out some things out in my life. Now, I’m ready and wiiling, to have open lines of communication between us, Dad. Thank you so much for the message and connecting with me through your writing. Glory be to God indeed!
P.S.: I’m getting confused by seeing all variations of our last name. Is it Field with an S or without? :)
Honestly I wish you were closer. I would come see you. As it is I would have to drive 12 hours one way. I never thought you were a bad person just a god awful husband and you forgot to be a dad while chasing your whores. You were young and stupid in that way.
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I guess you never received the 8" Fan, 3x shorts, and ginger snaps. Walkenhorst delivered to your facility on 20 of December????
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Our Lord and Savior continues to shine His light onto me and I pray that He does the same for you. It’s great hearing from you Dad. I’m going to step up and send you something written in the mail. I’m going to do better as a son, and as a person, especially going into 2019. I guess I just needed some time to sort out some things out in my life. Now, I’m ready and wiiling, to have open lines of communication between us, Dad. Thank you so much for the message and connecting with me through your writing. Glory be to God indeed!
P.S.: I’m getting confused by seeing all variations of our last name. Is it Field with an S or without? :)
- Gary Jr