simca
New Arrival
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Post by simca on Aug 1, 2005 11:12:12 GMT -5
I had never considered writing to a prisoner although when i was in high school I wrote to military men. learning about the Scot peterson case and realizing he was innocent based on the facts that are known, i realized that anyone I love could be in his place. Since then I realize I have a love for human beings no matter what they have done and have thought of writing to others. Fox yesterday reported we were sicko. i think the lady who stated that is the sicko. it would probably help all of us to known someone who was guilty of a crime. if we ever found ourselves in a position as a potential victim the information and insight we could gain could save our life. I believe the media should be reporting on things to help man kind not tear down walls and knowleddge to help man kind. Crime is how we learn to take care of ourselves. After the Natalee holloway case I am sure many parents and teachers will talk to their children to help protect themselves on future trips made by high school senior. We need to live in a reaslistic world and learn to protect ourselves. my 35 years old daughter recently moved from Denver to California,her Father,my ex took the trip in his car as well because we both care about her and are afraid that stopping to get gas someone may see her and follow her an bring harm to her. we cannot foresee all possibility about evil lurking in the world but with the knowledge we have,we can try.
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Post by tikarose on Aug 1, 2005 18:54:31 GMT -5
I've written to prisoners various times in my life. They are people, they need us. They have love to give and share with others just as we do to share with them. People don't understand it for two reasons, 1) self-centeredness and 2) they forget, or never acknowledge, they are just as guilty towards God as any prisoner may be to some other person. We all have much to be forgiven for, the least we can do is forgive others.
I came here to send a message to Scott Peterson. I was writing to him before some bunch of imbeciles sold him out or messed it up for us, but I want him to know I still stand with him. I will be here for him always. No, I'm not interested in him as a boyfriend, I'm married and happily so. I just want Scott to know his friends are forever...at least I am.
TikaRose (Ruth)
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tinac
Doin' Time
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Post by tinac on Aug 1, 2005 20:49:02 GMT -5
Sally, Obvioulsy minors should not be writing DR inmates, unless they are a family member or friend before the person goes onto DR. As far as advising one what to expect--they may in fact find human being that may or may not be guilty. A human being period! Tina Church
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Post by smoke52020 on Aug 4, 2005 12:40:27 GMT -5
I have never written to a DR inmate nor would I ever think I would. I had the opportunity to follow the Scott Peterson trial having moved from one county in california to another. I was out of work during the trial, so I was able to follow everything.
There was no evidence, DNA, witnesses, nothing and this poor man is sitting on death row because he lied and cheated on his beautiful pregnant wife. That is the only negative thing he did and this ignorant jury convicted him.
I have written to him twice now to let him know that I completely believe he is innocent of this horrific crime. I am not one of the desperate pathetic women that just find him attractive and want attention from a so-called "celebrity". I honest feel that he was unjustly convicted of a crime that someone else committed.
I know now why I have not received a reply after reading his post from July 21st about his so-called supporters selling his replies, which I find completely disgusting. This poor man need something to do until his appeals hopefully release him and now he feels he cannot even reply to the numerous letters he is receiving, that is very sad.
I will continue to write to him and support him and I will be there when he does receive justice and is released. San Quentin is only about 1 1/2 hours away from my home.
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Post by pamintownsville on Aug 10, 2005 5:07:32 GMT -5
:DHi everyone, This is my very first post. I have never had a pen pal before let alone a death row inmate. I found the site by accident and was compelled to write to this person I knew nothing about. I have made many mistakes (some i didn't get caught for) in my life and my path could of taken me exactly where my friend is now but for the grace of my higher power. By sharing his story with me and mine with him it keeps me sober a day at a time. I was given the gift of sobriety so I am giving the gift of friendship to this lovely gentle man who has more patience and tolerance than I ever will achieve. Pam in Townsville Australia
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chevy
New Arrival
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Post by chevy on Aug 11, 2005 4:21:59 GMT -5
what do they expect when you write to someone? what do you say? i haven't got the chance to do it yet but i looked at a bunch and wrote down 2 to start with. isn't it scary? do you ever run out of things to say?
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Post by janet on Aug 11, 2005 7:48:11 GMT -5
When you write to someone, there really are no expectations. The first letter is the most difficult and it's easiest to introduce yourself, give a little background, and talk about everyday things. It's never a good idea to ask about the particular crime involved: personally, I feel it an invasion of privacy. No, it isn't at all scary. As you come to better know the person to whom you're writing, you'll discover you never do run out of things to say. Good luck!
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Post by legalbeaver on Aug 17, 2005 11:19:15 GMT -5
I have been writing to prisoners (DR and general population) for 7 years now; always was against the DP and in favor of prison reform;read a book, May God Have Mercy, not about God but about Richard Coleman executed in VA; 2 of his closest friends began as correspondents; I thought why not write to a few inmates; started with 3 and what can I say, they multiplied. I am simply a friend who brings a bit of joy and happiness to their lives as well as a few stamps and $s too now and then. Have been lucky to meet quite a few. However, I have a vibrant social life as well and am busy at work and with my studies.
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Post by hotnosh on Aug 18, 2005 5:32:41 GMT -5
Hi Legalbeaver.......Is that Roger Coleman, executed 22 May 1992 you are referring to? If so this remains one of the most hotly contested executions in the post-Furman era. It will remain so until the Commonwealth of Virginia finally stands up for justice over expediency and tests the sperm sample relevant to this case that is currently in a Warren Springs Laboratory in CA. There is no good reason not to test. Prevarication by all at the VA judiciary has allowed this case to retain enormous question marks for 13 years. They are petrified that evidence showing that sample did not belong to Coleman would undermine the death penalty.
It is time for Governor Warner to get off the fence and order tests.
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Post by legalbeaver on Aug 19, 2005 9:25:41 GMT -5
I write to simply to bring a bit of happiness and kindness to those in prison; started out with 2 correspondents on DR (though I do write to general population prisoners also) and now have about 10. Have been able to visit most of them which has been quite nice. Am actually heading to Florida to visit one of my three correspondents there, in conjunction with a long weekend at the beach, mid-september.
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Post by chrissy2409 on Aug 29, 2005 10:45:37 GMT -5
So right, there are many different people and not all woman write to the guys to get the love and the romantic words they never get of a free guy. I mean I am taking care of about 140 guys through my work so shouldn't I be a lucky woman? ;D I can honestly say of course you can not always stay away or I can not say I never get closer to anyone. It happend to me as well but thats no reason for me to jump into the same box full of love hungry women *laughs*.
Chrissy
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Post by shelly1978 on Aug 29, 2005 11:12:26 GMT -5
hiya well im shelly from england and i write to a death row inmate his name is William Berkley and my family dont have a problem with it i was going to write to Richard Cartwright but it was to late. and im going to be writing to Clinton Young
lov shelly
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Post by pache253 on Sept 1, 2005 1:39:10 GMT -5
Shocking! Utterly shocking! Why write to someone in prison? What does anyone get out of that? Is it that they're just so darn glad it's not them the crime was commited against or is it complete ignorance? I don't understand it and really don't want to I guess. They need to get a life, the person they're writing got one!
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Post by oztash on Sept 1, 2005 2:24:22 GMT -5
Shocking! Utterly shocking! Why write to someone in prison? What does anyone get out of that? Is it that they're just so darn glad it's not them the crime was commited against or is it complete ignorance? I don't understand it and really don't want to I guess. They need to get a life, the person they're writing got one! I write to 3 ppl on dr, 2 males and 1 female, there are many reason why I write, I do it not for what I get out of it, but for what they get out of it....I am 100% against the dp, this is the main reason I write to my pals....No its not that Iam glad the crime didnt happen to me, Iam very sad that murder was commited, and I trully feel for the victims family...But I also believe that the inmates family become victims, when there family memeber is executed...We dont rape rapers, we dont steal from those that steal, so why do we murder those that murder, to show that murder is wrong???This just dosnt make sense to me... I can asure you that I have a life, a very busy life...I am married, have 6 children and work part time, I only get a few hours to myself each night, before it all starts again.... Yes these inmates have done terrible things, 2 of my pen pals, have told me straight out that they are guilty, the other claims innocene and I have seen the court documents, and believe him.... This is not the point though, murder for any reason is wrong, Iam for punishment for crimes, but I want lwop not murder... Huggs Tasha
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Post by janet on Sept 1, 2005 8:21:37 GMT -5
Like Tasha, I, too, have a life. When one considers the loneliness, isolation, and privation of those on death row, a letter from a non-judgemental human being means a lot. There are many circumstances surrounding a crime and the simple word 'murder' really doesn't tell the whole story. Perhaps, if you better understood conditions in death rows, you may find more compassion for another human being. Thos who commit crimes, yes, many horrific ones at that, are falliable human beings. We shouldn't be too quick to judge those who commit the crime or those of us who choose to write them.
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