Yes I wish the page was there so I could read this whole story. It sounds like things have taken a really unfortunate turn. While I'm sorry that things have taken such an unfortunate turn, hopefully something good will eventually come of it.
Eric, Really enjoyed reading your posts. I have been searching the internet for a while now for information about Florida prison life and yours has been the most informative. If you don't mind I have some questions for you. I know a guy who's in a Florida prison with one count of 2nd degree sexual battery. He didn't rape a child but I was just curious if he would get the same treatment from other inmates as a pedophile or would it not matter since no children were involved with his crime? I also have some more general questions as well. In your opinion, what percentage of Florida inmates engage in homosexual behavior while in prison? And how is it determined that someone becomes someone else's "b*tch"? How are younger inmates (teens and early 20's) treated by guards and other inmates? Do you know anything about being in a "medium" custody housing unit? If so, is that open housing or in a cell? How are black inmates treated by guards and other inmates? Thank you for your help.
My friend, how truly blessed I feel to read this. My heart cries for you and reflect my prayers of hope for you. The Lord has said, "vengeance is mine..." His promise has comforted me many times when I have been hurt by those I have trusted. I have asked the Lord to remind me of His words when the thought of revenge crossed my mind. I pray for you and I share your story with others in the hope of reminding those who have forgotten that eliminating the bars and the label, we are all human beings who have made mistakes and poor decisions, we have all been loved but have hurt others and we all deserve a second chance and to be forgiven. We are all equal no matter where or who we are.....those who have sinned against a child of God will be dealt with by Him. I am thankful for your voice and the voice you have now given me. Keep your eyes upon the Lord, my friend. I pray for you!!! Humbled, Cita
First off, an excellent post! Very poignant and well-written. I fully agree with your emphasis on "restoration" rather than "punishment," especially with regards to the practice of mindfulness. It has worked wonders in my own life, and I have no doubt that it can greatly help inmates as well. What a shame that our government refuses to fund such programs. Sadly, they seem to view all inmates as beyond repair, which is just plain wrong.
Hope you are well. Stay strong!
Sincerely, Vladimir
P.S.--are you allowed to receive books in the mail? If you'd like, I would be glad to send you some reading material.
Hello Chris, just wanted to say great post! I, too, have read "Frankenstein" several times, and every time I read it, I take away something new from it. A great book indeed.
Stay strong, and know that many people out here support you and hope you are well.
Sincerely, Vladimir
P.S.--are you allowed to receive books in the mail? I'd be very glad to send you some reading material (but only if you'd like, of course).
RSS
But, it is a validated psychometric instrument that psychologists love - it's in all the text books.
I am sorry to say, it's not going anywhere.
Anyway, I just wanted to add my 2cents - since I've written a psychometric instrument (it's all junk science).
You are right.
And right about the DP, too.
From France, where the death penalty has been abolished many years ago. I hope it will soon be abolished in the US too.
Really enjoyed reading your posts. I have been searching the internet for a while now for information about Florida prison life and yours has been the most informative. If you don't mind I have some questions for you. I know a guy who's in a Florida prison with one count of 2nd degree sexual battery. He didn't rape a child but I was just curious if he would get the same treatment from other inmates as a pedophile or would it not matter since no children were involved with his crime? I also have some more general questions as well. In your opinion, what percentage of Florida inmates engage in homosexual behavior while in prison? And how is it determined that someone becomes someone else's "b*tch"? How are younger inmates (teens and early 20's) treated by guards and other inmates? Do you know anything about being in a "medium" custody housing unit? If so, is that open housing or in a cell? How are black inmates treated by guards and other inmates? Thank you for your help.
First off, an excellent post! Very poignant and well-written. I fully agree with your emphasis on "restoration" rather than "punishment," especially with regards to the practice of mindfulness. It has worked wonders in my own life, and I have no doubt that it can greatly help inmates as well. What a shame that our government refuses to fund such programs. Sadly, they seem to view all inmates as beyond repair, which is just plain wrong.
Hope you are well. Stay strong!
Sincerely,
Vladimir
P.S.--are you allowed to receive books in the mail? If you'd like, I would be glad to send you some reading material.
Stay strong, and know that many people out here support you and hope you are well.
Sincerely,
Vladimir
P.S.--are you allowed to receive books in the mail? I'd be very glad to send you some reading material (but only if you'd like, of course).
I think that someone needs to run the numbers on Josh Wall. There was considerable press when he was being considered for the job. Lots of protests.
Someone needs to 'run the numbers' and see 'how he's doing.' A follow up story, if you will.....