Hello! I hope this finds you well. I have been reading your posts and I read your bio on fossilsandfeathers.org and I must say it is truly incredible. I grew up in such a very average and normal (I guess we should define normal! Haha) household where nothing ever happened that I can’t imagine the things you went through and endured. It is truly remarkable what you have overcome and I applaud you! I’m sorry for your recent loss. I lost my mother at 25 and I’m now 45 so I struggled with that loss and still do to this day. I’m a cancer survivor, I had AML leukemia and thought that I was a warrior but after reading your story I realize maybe I haven’t had it so rough. Anyway, I wish the best to you and your daughter. Best wishes! Heather
Eric, hope all is relatively well on your end. John here, UNCguy. Just poked in to the site to see whats new in your world. I see you are trying to come up with new things to write about. You may not realize it but you have much to offer in this, as your situation is (in my opinion) one of the most intriguing and interesting to me. Not because I want to be there obviously, but because it's kind of a glimpse into the rawest form of human interaction -- and hearing your perspective is like hearing what I would perceive/think in those situations. So even something you'd consider boring to us, it'd probably be interesting to hear what that "boring something" is like -- in prison. You know, as in -- I don't know, maybe -- you accidentally bump into somebody walking down the street. Usually it's an "excuse me" and you're both on your way. And, maybe it's the same way in prison -- or maybe it's not. Maybe there is that element of people trying to project toughness and a tiny accident turns into an ugly incident on a regular basis there. I have no idea. So please fire away with anything you have in mind.
With that said, here are a couple questions that just popped into my mind:
1. Leaving out what you've already written about, what "codes" or unwritten laws are there in prison that, perhaps, most people would not know about? Do's and don'ts, etc.
2. Are there whole days that you don't feel fear for your safety? Or is it everyday? Or is it basically never? I'm sure it depends on the facility and if you're dorm or private room.
3. What do you miss the most about the outside?
4. What about yourself has changed the most since being in?
5. Do you have any more "business" ideas for the future, like your candy-selling endeavor?
Hey, my name is Eagle. Never have I met you, but I'm sitting here at my work and you were on Netflix. The Lord pulled at me to reach out to you. Stranger things have always happened. Lord has gifted me with the ability to free style. Here very soon I'm going to be lyrically spreading the gospel and the good news Lord has done for me. I'd like to figure out a way to be able to visit you if possible. How are you? Are you eating okay? Check it... Beloved think it not strange the fiery trial that is to try you as tho some strange thing has happened unto u. But rejoice inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed you shall also be with exceeding joy. Praying for you Chris. I love you. Keep your head up. You are loved. You are enough. "I'm not a monster. I am you". This worlds gonna suck but God's got you. Steady. For the love of water, please stay hydrated and continue growing.
I already know girl howvit is in places like that to stay positive. From experience! Its easy t o conform especially when you aint thinking about it...and yet...your a lil star! Your not conforming...your rising above all the drudge. So dont get stuck on your shortcomings Sarah...keep on blossoming. Keep on blooming. And ill keep on looking forward to watching it all unfold with you. Thanks for responding....Zig. ypu know what Sarah neans in Hebrew? Its the feminine of Sar which means Prince...Sarah means Princess...goodday!
todd its deb i havent heard from u in a minute i hope your ok i got money on my phone so call me if you can ok sending my love/loyalty/amd respects your way full blast lil deb
Eric, hope all is relatively well on your end. John here, UNCguy. Just poked in to the site to see whats new in your world. I see you are trying to come up with new things to write about. You may not realize it but you have much to offer in this, as your situation is (in my opinion) one of the most intriguing and interesting to me. Not because I want to be there obviously, but because it's kind of a glimpse into the rawest form of human interaction -- and hearing your perspective is like hearing what I would perceive/think in those situations. So even something you'd consider boring to us, it'd probably be interesting to hear what that "boring something" is like -- in prison. You know, as in -- I don't know, maybe -- you accidentally bump into somebody walking down the street. Usually it's an "excuse me" and you're both on your way. And, maybe it's the same way in prison -- or maybe it's not. Maybe there is that element of people trying to project toughness and a tiny accident turns into an ugly incident on a regular basis there. I have no idea. So please fire away with anything you have in mind.
With that said, here are a couple questions that just popped into my mind:
1. Leaving out what you've already written about, what "codes" or unwritten laws are there in prison that, perhaps, most people would not know about? Do's and don'ts, etc.
2. Are there whole days that you don't feel fear for your safety? Or is it everyday? Or is it basically never? I'm sure it depends on the facility and if you're dorm or private room.
3. What do you miss the most about the outside?
4. What about yourself has changed the most since being in?
5. Do you have any more "business" ideas for the future, like your candy-selling endeavor?
Anyway, take care man, talk soon,
John
Hey, my name is Eagle. Never have I met you, but I'm sitting here at my work and you were on Netflix. The Lord pulled at me to reach out to you. Stranger things have always happened. Lord has gifted me with the ability to free style. Here very soon I'm going to be lyrically spreading the gospel and the good news Lord has done for me. I'd like to figure out a way to be able to visit you if possible. How are you? Are you eating okay? Check it... Beloved think it not strange the fiery trial that is to try you as tho some strange thing has happened unto u. But rejoice inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed you shall also be with exceeding joy. Praying for you Chris. I love you. Keep your head up. You are loved. You are enough. "I'm not a monster. I am you". This worlds gonna suck but God's got you. Steady. For the love of water, please stay hydrated and continue growing.
-Eagle Anne Marie
I've been reading all your posts. I really enjoy the poetry you write, I think you are talented and insightful. Thank you for sharing.
Greetings from the Gulf Coast.
lil deb