Jody Lynn Hughlette-11/28/2023
Setting goals … everyday we are reminded just how important it is to set and continue to work towards our goals. Not having goals leads to sitting still and that does no one any good. Today I am working towards getting the PAWS program up and running and getting all of my paperwork ready for […]
Michael Kidwell-11/28/2029
So I haven’t posted in a while because I know that being here is my fault and I don’t intend to use this forum to complain. I am trying to stay positive in a very negative space. It’s not easy. My Mother taught me many valuable lessons, one of which is that if I don’t […]
John Dalaly-11/28/2023-Journey of Faith
As I put pen to paper on this day, it carries a weight of anticipation, reflection, and a sense of determination. Tomorrow, November 29, 2023, is the day I draw closer to my surrender, the beginning of a 28-month journey that awaits me. This path is one I never envisioned at this stage in my […]
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
New Horizons: Setting and Achieving Post-Incarceration Goals As the sun rises, it brings with it the promise of a new day, a fresh start. This metaphor resonates deeply with those emerging from incarceration, standing at the threshold of a new chapter in life. At Prison Professors Talent, we understand the challenges and opportunities that come […]
Choon Yong-11/27/2023-Completed ACE Class Report
11/27/2023 Monday daily diary from 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 58 Degrees F. Started walking at 6:10 AM. Breakfast was served […]
Shane Andrew Smith-11/27/2023
Reply to the Task documenting Tenacity for publication in profile of Shane A. Smith, BOP # 58920-177: My story of tenacity revolves around the BOP’s history of interpreting the laws and publishing their own version of the laws, especially those related to the First Step Act, in their program statements and using only the program […]
Jody Lynn Hughlette-11/27/2023-Educational Blueprint
My educational blueprint is my plan to be a part of the program here at Pekin where we can get an Associates Degree in Business Management. I have signed up and filled out all the paperwork and have my FAFSA completed. We are supposed to be starting at the end of Jan. So I am […]
Dana McIntyre-11/27/2023
November 27, 2023 Thanksgiving has come and gone and as it stands, the next one will be at the Camp. Things are getting real, and the value of preparation is glaring. I went to see my son’s band play at the Stone Church in Brattleboro on Saturday night. I’m going to miss the pause of […]
Scott Donald Carper-11/27/2023
I keep getting asked this question. “I heard staff/inmates don’t like RDAP….is this true? At first I used to give a mellow answer but then some people called me out for being too careful in my response. So here is my straight answer …. NO Staff does not like RDAP. Inmates don’t care if you […]
John Dalaly-11/27/2023-Catalyst for Resilience
In the face of adversity, we reveal our true character. I intend to make sure that my story will exemplify the power of growth through challenging circumstances. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, I intend to transform my life through resilience, determination, and unwavering optimism. As I’ve written before, I was born into humble […]
