Sept. 26, 2014

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by William Goehler (author's profile)

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Reply ID: viu9

31 August '14

Hey you two-

I'm replying to you both in this letter since I was pleasantly surprised by the both of you together on this site. In time, I do wish to get ot know each of you individually though - believe that!

Okay then...where to begin? when I received your messages on this site (in record time)8/28, I immediately mailed out a note to acknowledge your communications, and asked Joe to text it onto my site directly for you two to see...which may have seemed puzzling at the time, so let me explain.

This blog-site is managed by MJJ, and since its a free prisoner outreach service, the exponential increase of subscribers is causing a corresponding work load delay in processing the in/out flow of letters. Based on this, I didn't want for you to have to wait for weeks, possibly, for my reply without somehow getting word to you that I was as happy as ...um... I was as happy as happy could be when your loving words landed - and to let you know to expect my blog reply ASAP. I asked Joe to post that one for me in a snail-mail letter to him, as he is genuinely supportive in my efforts to live up to my potential - which naturally involves restoring relations with family, despite my incarceration. I expect that Joe must think it almost seems as if Providence is orchestrating all of this...and I must agree that it looks like Gods handiwork to me too, and I'm blessed.

So where do we go from here, you two? I was told that you were both forbidden to communicate with any of us - for all these years? What's up with that? I've been able to get news about your mom and siblings trickled in over the years, but there was no one I could get any new from about you two. I'd really like for you to tell me everything about all these years I've missed in your lives: your best memories, your worst; your hobbies, your favorite subjects in school, your home life, etc.

Look, don't color me too crazy when I say that I breathed a proud sigh of relief when I read what you said about the both of you "been through hell and back...but...can't really complain." Yea, life can be challenging at times my dear, but it is in the struggle that we discover so much about ourselves. I'm proud of you for overcoming your hells and finding your way back to us, you two. Really proud! I have wondered and worried so much about you that I had to add you onto a silentunity.org national prayer list, and now look, here you are. Someday I'd like for you to share what you've learned along your path in life. I'm especially interested in what your plans are too. What do you see yourselves doing - let's say, three years from now?

I'm so glad that Destiny has sent you some of the old artwork. I want to comment on that in relation to your path in life and future goals okay? You see, I've invested thousands of hours in that vocation, and I can tell all of you that artwork - like life - requires Intention and Patience. when I intend to produce something for instance (as in: where do you see yourselves in three years), I consider the tools and material I will need and I begin, patiently, piecing together my project - be it art/letters/life - what have you. I'ts weird in a way, but the more attention I put into my intentions...it usually produces awesomeness. I'm just saying that the same can be said about life in general.

Come on! Go ahead and ask me what happened to my life then. Seriously, you are welcome to ask me about anything. Your forgiveness of course is very much appreciated...yet I don't want that to deprive you all from the understanding of events in our lives. The more you understand, the better equipped you are to be responsible in whatever it is which you intend, you see?

So what can I say about the stories you're "hoping aren't as true as" they're made to seem? Do you mean to say that you dare doubt the FEAR, my dear? Ata girl! Nothing makes me prouder than confronting False Evidence Appearing Real, and putting things into proper perspective. Let's see, as forgiveness implies one accused...then to forgive the FEAR you've both been fed. I can explain everything whenever you wish for any reason - just ask.

At this point though, let me break the ice by saying Whereas some people are content drawing stick figures...I've dared to do greater works - and consequently I've produced pieces which adorn the homes of family and friends across the country...not to discount the many tattoos I've done far better than you'll usually see even tattoo magazines. I might not be featured in galleries or museums (yet), but I can say that my creations do live on in peoples lives. Likewise, I can say the same bout my life. Whereas most people are content to "fit in" somewhere, I just didn't cotton to the conformity thing...which probably would have been okay if I hadn't dared to challenge everyone else's conformity. But I had a personal vendetta against ignorance apparently (as the root of that word is ignore), and so consequently I had to raise a ruckus. I'm not the first or only one to have taken on that challenge, as you can see for yourself in the preamble of our Constitution, called the Declaration of Independence, where our forefathers noted..."all experience hath shown, that mankind are more disposed to suffer while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed...". On that note I was raising a ruckus out there. I can elaborate on this someday if you wish to understand what made me challenge the status quo. But rest assured, when a culture misguided, drifts further and further toward ruin - it needs men of courage to speak out. Let's face it, it wasn't raining when Noah built the Ark.

I don't know if you've read all the newspaper articles I've posted since the beginning of this site, so I will attach a couple here now which may somewhat help explain the cause of our family fall. There are many other factors as well which I will be glad to clear up for you privately in snail mail or publicly on the web. But in any case, know this: It has always been Love that has motivated me - not hate. This is what makes your love for me all the more dear.

You'll have to pardon me if all this seems too much too fast, but at 51 and 1/2, I'm on the other side of the mountain and a developing cataract prompts me to say it all as I see it...while I can. If any of you would like to know more about me from other people, who actually know me - I have a growing list who I'd really like for you to contact and ask what they can tell you about your dad.

Joe, of course (jriley@bridgepub.com) has introduced himself here, and though we've only recently met - as a Minister, I've revealed the depths of my soul to him...shared old letters, pictures, and ...well, he has introduced himself to my sister Heather, as well as Montana, Mike (humblethyself@gmail) whose family has become my surrogate family over the years t help maintain my humanity. And then there's Rick, a grandpa now - who knew me when I was your ages, and would like to tell you some stories. He is supposed to be coming up for Bakersfield to visit with me soon. Your mm met him when I took her to Long Beach, so you can have her contact him too (wolfejrrichard@yahoo.com). Believe me kids, I believe that you will be pleasantly surprised by the stories about your dad, and the love people have for him. All in all, I've lived and I've loved - passionately, in the few years I had out there. I do regret that I haven't been there for you all, but I am here for you if and whenever you want to share some time with the old man. Nothing makes me happier than to see what you ahve to say, so write again soon. I'd love to see some pictures too.

All my Love.
Be Blessed.

See attached:

1 - Michelle's sage advice to me
2- Remember the children - article
3- Custody dispute/support articles
4- Support article with flag

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jbr457 Posted 9 years, 6 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 6 months ago   Favorite
Hi Bill, that was a good letter! I ran across a quote I wanted to share which kinda relates:

"Don't go moaning and moping around and saying, ‘There is no goal for this universe’ and don't go moping around and saying, ‘Nobody appreciates what I'm doing,’ because the truth of the matter is, this universe is too strong and too forceful and too powerful from a standpoint of (Physical Universe) force to permit it to happen.

“The only thing which you see out here in this universe, that is worth seeing, is what you and people like you have put into it to perceive back.” LRH


Best, Joe R.

jbr457 Posted 9 years, 5 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 5 months ago   Favorite
DEBBIE,

Hi I sent you a couple of emails but never heard anything back. Did you get them?

Joe R.

BostonRocks Posted 9 years, 5 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 4 months ago   Favorite
Thanks for writing! I finished the transcription for your post. I hope that your children are patient as this was posted in August and I just transcribed it now. It was nice to see your children reached out to you and that you are able to re-connect with them and hopefully this is the start of wonderful journey for you all!

William Goehler Posted 9 years, 4 months ago.   Favorite
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LadyLynne Posted 9 years, 4 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 4 months ago   Favorite
Hi William

I am very interested to know more about what exactly you are
running into with regard to this ennobling enterprise.
I have much experience with these situations and it's possible
I can help. You can also info me by writing to me directly:

Lady Lynne
22 Marlow Ave
Toronto M4J 3T9
Ontario Canada

ARC / KRC

Lynne

debbraquihuis Posted 9 years, 4 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 3 months ago   Favorite
Bill, it blesses my heart that you know have contact with the children I do hope you have found forgiveness in your heart for all the years I failed to keep you informed with any information about them(do to my own unforgiving, selfish reasons) and for not sharing the promise God gave me before the kids were adopted that gave me a hope to hold on to as well as made it possible for me to care for those who needed someone for them in their last days on earth. And the healing that took place between my mother & I during the time I was blessed with caring for her til she went to be with the Lord. Although I had this promise from God Almighty I still struggled with my own personal hell of failing uphold the vowels that you &I had made so long ago! Anyway what's done is done there's no turning back only making better choices for tomorrow,right. I pray you have found peace within your soul & a hope for your future, wishing you all the best, Oh & I don't know if its more than just a quintessence but with both sign off with "Be Blessed"

jbr457 Posted 9 years, 4 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 3 months ago   Favorite
Very cool Deb. I don't want to taint anything with my input as such loving communication is between you two, but I couldn't resist saying something like I am also very glad this is happening and thank you for letting me part of it.
Lv, Joe R.

jbr457 Posted 9 years, 3 months ago. ✓ Mailed 9 years, 3 months ago   Favorite
Hi again Bill, I never answered directly the letter you sent on the blog here from 12 Oct. Enjoyed talking to you for all that time on the visit. It's worth it to communicate intensively so as to resolve questions, etc. Although, I think we could do some processing/TRs and other things that be even more productive, so lets try to do that next time. Lady Lynne is tracking now and as I've told you, she has much valuable knowledge.
Yes, it seems as though we are few against the status quo. I much value your attitudes and everything you say. We will make this happen. Although I think you perhaps should be more cause on the inside. I intend on speaking directly to a potential group there. With so much time, and with the correct purposes and agreements, a small group could be very effective in reform. We have the technology as you know; it is just a matter of making it known correctly and applying it correctly. 12 men changed the entire Roman empire and history for the next two thousand years. It will happen eventually, but it is in everyone's interest in there to make it happen sooner than later. The sooner things change and effective groups form, the sooner we can make this known and promote that real reform exists and we can prove it. It's what works that counts. I think LRH would be proud of where we are at, as he knew exactly how tough it was going to be and how tough it is yet to be. Can we actually rehabilitate criminals and people - you my friend know the answer and are working toward this.
Don't worry, I am willing to hold people responsible for what they should be responsible for; but I also realize the difficulties they face.
Thanks for the caution and the acknowledgements. I'll write more in a letter. Hope to see you soon with members of your family; and here's to the beginning of real rehabilitation for all of us.
Lv, Joe R.

William Goehler Posted 9 years, 2 months ago.   Favorite
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