Neil Stephany-08/01/2024
I had my last day for summer college courses. I got an A in both classes.
Fernando Cordova-08/01/2024
Today is a day that always takes me back. Today is the day of my arrest. I have been incarcerated since August 1, 1997, and I only wish I would have started to think positively at that moment. I know it is never too late to start; I think of all I could have accomplished. […]
Choon Yong-07/31/2024-Commissary
7/31/2024 Wednesday daily diary form Atwater Camp.Woke up at 5:30 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 98 degrees F. Started walking at 6:00 AM. Breakfast was served […]
Newsletter 25-How to Get Early Release
TL;DR: Inspiring change in prison requires belief and action. While only the President or a federal judge can change a sentence, administrative changes can also lead to early release. I’ve advocated for programs like the First Step Act and continue to push for more opportunities for relief. Despite cynicism, effective advocacy can create change. Henry […]
Dustin Strange-07/31/2024
Fernando Cordova-07/31/2024
It is another day that I awaken and am blessed. Today, I had to learn patience. My tablet kept acting up and I had to be patient because it was frustrating. This will prepare me for when I’m back in society, as I know this will only be a minor issue. I’m inching closer to […]
Marquelon Dakarai Johnson-07/31/2024
What is the Brave Program? (Part 9) Brave Complete criteria *Demonstration of applying treatment concepts and community participation in the Brave Community during and after treatment *Employment verification within the compound facility community or verification of exemption status (e.g. attending an education or vocational training program). *Completion of established goals on treatment plan *Satisfied financial […]
Eduardo Luis Valdes-07/31/2024-Day 1050
Last night I was so determined to wake up early and go to breakfast. I had my spoon, sugar substitute (for the cereal), and my socks ready for when I wake up I would not make so much noise for my roommate. Doors were unlocked early, and breakfast was called, problem is I did not […]
Laurie Ann Maxey-07/31/2024-Newsletter 24
In this environment, I have noticed that the majority of people put a significant amount of effort into doing nothing. They devise ways to get out of responsibilities at their jobs, within the community and personal affairs. They put a concerted effort into doing the least. In my mind, I think that if they were […]
Neil Stephany-07/31/2024
I did my daily prayer and meditation. I went to life skills and practiced communication strategies.I ran laps afterwards for an hour. Then I wrote more of my life story until I went to my two collegeclasses. On my way to class the C.O. in the tower stopped me and said anytime I need a […]
