(sorry for the delay in posting week 8) Since today marks my second completed month at Morgantown, the first half of this entry is a reflection of my time over the past two months and end much lighter on what transpired over the past week. Having just finished a memoir...

Nearly 30 years ago, the Lion King debuted as an instant animated sensation (I believe it was 30 years - this is when I wish I could Google check my facts). Following the fanatical frenzy, it seemed like everyone had been cashing in on this franchise with Lion King merch...

As we begin this year anew, I wish each of you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and joyful New Year! I pray that 2023 be a year of miracles for all of you. In a special and grace-filled way, a miracle is the unexpected outcome attributed to Provincial...

The past Christmassy week offered a three-day weekend, but most of the weekend had been spent inside the dorm area since the recreation center was closed due to inclement weather. Bundling up in a layer of long johns, sweats, and a uniform became customary for me just to stay somewhat...

I don't imagine many people think about being in prison, let alone during Christmas, especially those of us who are in prison. Today being my second holiday in prison, I observed a tone among the guys here as depressingly quiet and bothersome. The outgoing guys are more reserved and the...

Hello~ it's Tiffany, Ken's sister here to share the surprised snowman photo that I sent to him via the "Inmate Photos" app. I am an amateur potter who still needs to learn how to correctly affix a carrot nose so that it can survive the kiln. I did eventually glue...

In the past week, I received two Christmas cards and so many photos. I was called to the mail office and only provided a card without the envelope since the envelope had a self-adhesive label and was also decorated. The mail office in prison is very strict about what items...

-I had my first visitors!!! My parents came all the way from Cleveland (same day trip) to visit me for 2 hours! It was an incredibly wonderful visit and great to see them. I was a bit guarded since I was in an open room with other inmates and correction...

Today officially marks 1 month of my 78 month sentenced served. This past month provided me with a unique opportunity to reflect on the criminal justice system, federal prison, and my role in criminal conduct - among many other existential ponderings. On September 2, 2022, after nearly 4 years of...