Michael Santos-Getting it Done
Success, whether it’s building a business, excelling in academics, or overcoming personal hurdles, demands ambition. It also requires focus, discipline, and a consistent ability to get things done. But how do you stay self-directed in a world full of distractions or when facing what seems like insurmountable challenges? Having spent 26 years in prison, I […]
Jerrold Maurer-02/22/2025-Journal #1 – My Sentencing
Feb 22, 2025 It’s been 25 days since I surrendered on Wednesday, Jan 29th. I think it’s taken me this long just to be able to feel this comfortable with where I am. I’m not saying that with a negative connotation, just being honest about handling all of this change. When I was sentenced on […]
Eduardo Luis Valdes-02/21/2025-Day 1256
Alarm set to 6:15am and awake at 6:14 ready to shut it off. A special visit request was approved for me, and I can’t wait to go. Up and getting ready, I prepare myself a cafecito to start my day while I wait for the doors to be unlocked. We have a new officer, so […]
Fernando Cordova-02/22/2025
Today is another day that I must continue to learn and expand my wisdom about as many things as I can. I want to be of service to my community and give back so that all can see how much change has happened within me and how I’m making amends to those I have hurt […]
Sherida Nabi-02/22/2025
Only last week, I shared my beautiful memories of my dear cousin who passed.This AM, I have to share with you that my Mom, Edith, passed away at the age of 85. She contracted COVID 2 weeks ago and due to her frail health and heart condition, she succumbed, leaving us shattered in a million […]
Choon Yong-02/22/2025-Visitation
2/22/2025 Saturday daily diary from Atwater Camp.Woke up at 5:00 AM. Made up my bed, cleaned up, changed to BOP uniform and made a cup of coffee. Stretched, drank my coffee and watched the local news and weather report, high temperature for today is 71 degrees F. Started walking at 6:00 AM. Breakfast was served […]
Alex Dee-02/22/2025-Journal Report #1: Introduction – part 1
Dear Azy, Rumi, and Ari, I decided I’m going to journal during this period of my life as a letter format for a few reasons 1) It motivates me to write 2) It allows me to feel connected and closer to you. And since I can’t be there in person, this year will be well […]
Mario A Lesesne-02/21/2025-FAIRSHAKE REENTRY RESOURCE CENTER
I have been a Fairshake Orderly for some months now and it has been such a rewarding experience because I get to help AIC’s on their way out the door prepare for their journey by making sure they are prepared to step into society with all the tools they need to thrive and achieve success. […]
Michael Santos-Execute
Life often places us in situations where adversity feels overwhelming. It’s easy to believe that circumstances dictate our destiny, but my experience has taught me a powerful lesson—every person holds the power within to overcome challenges. The key lies in how we plan, how we set priorities, and how we execute our plans. I’ve been […]
Robert Jesenik-02/21/2025-Journal #60
Saturday, February 15th Something I read this week struck me about journaling important things, not the mundane. Really resonated with me, so I’m going to try a different approach. Writing about important, interesting, annoying things as well as how I’m tracking toward my goals. I’ve been torn on how much, even whether to help the […]
