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I can't begin to understand what it is like in there but I am so grateful that you are willing to honestly share your experiences.

I am a musician that does occasional work in the prison systems. One of my lifetime goals is to bring a music curriculum to the entire national prison system. It seems impossible sometimes but I want to believe that it can offer people like yourself a reason to look forward.

The main idea is to have a number of instruments available to the incarcerated community (how this would work with security I have yet to figure out but I know it has ben successful in some prisons). Every 2 weeks there will be a group of professional musicians that will come teach lessons to each group of instruments. Additionally, there will be an ensemble (small orchestra, string quartet) for each of the musicians to play in and collaborate with their peers. Initially, I plan on using classical music as the main material but I worry that this might not resonate with everyone. Although, I do believe it to be some of the most expressive and heartfelt music in the world.

Do you think this is something that could help incarcerated people? What are your initial impressions? Am I so far removed from the people inside that I don't understand what you all really want/need? The last thing I want to do is begin a program that I believe in but doesn't actually address the needs of you all. Would anyone want to play classical music or would people people open-minded enough to explore different genres?

I'm laying it down heavy here but any thoughts you have would be very helpful. I noticed in your profile that you are a very artistic personality and I thought your insights could be invaluable.

Keep looking forward,
N

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Love the drawing!! Awesome talent!

I really like reading your blog. I like to hear about prison life.
how do you keep your mind positive?
what do you concentrate your mind on?
Don't die! life is an opportunity to be better :)

Entertaining as always my friend! Sorry I've been so busy. Working two full-time jobs, scoutmaster, and comp soccer coach is too much!

I'm trimming down, but I got your letter and I'll craft something good for your parole. All the best and prayers for you, good sir. T'would be great for your learning experience incarcerated to end, eh? It'll be great to see you.

Keep me posted and always remember...

2 little men with big heads and big noses and little bodies on the back of Hallmark Cards...

Ziggy

Smoochies,

Capt Ron

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Very well written!! I enjoyed this story immensely!

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Great blog!

Enjoyed reading this one and yes I'm sure every body that reads this I smiling.

I want you to know that your words are inspiring a bad day brought up with those words of love makes for a brighter day hopefully one day I can read a book that you are hopefully writing inspiring words means alot when you most need them. Looking forward to reading more :)

Hey there, thanks for sharing your poetry with the world! I think you are pretty good with words...hope you will keep writing!