Unfortunately I've gotten an education on all of this since my sister has been incarcerated. When she first got to her cell, there was a used maxi pad stuck on the ceiling. She was in that cell for several days before being transferred to another. That maxi pad was never addressed.
You are doing an amazing job sharing. This week was particularly interesting to me as a volunteer. The costs are crazy! I wanted to donate clothing during the winter months. Not to a particular individual but instead purchase a few items in multiple sizes. I saw the official catalog in the visitor waiting area. NO!! Not allowed! That is the consistent answer to every request!
Your volunteering means the world to the individuals you serve…and to me. It's the most backward system I've ever witnessed- not being able to donate clothing through their own catalog is wild.
Your ability to report the state of the system while balancing the narrative with urgent grace is truly impressive. Thank you for pouring it out on the page.
Your writing is so incredible. You have the ability to make your readers feel like they are right there in the prison. I covered my mouth in disbelief while reading this one. Shaking my head in confusion, shock and anger. I HATE knowing my nephew has to experience this. Praying praying praying he gets out sooner than later. It’s been too long already. Absolute torture.
I ask myself every day if I would be strong enough to get through it. The answer is always, "not without the support of loved ones outside." I do not know how people who are alone without friends or family make it in there. It is truly a version of hell.
Thank you so much for this week's column, Bridget. It is SO eye opening. Those of us who haven't walked in your shoes or your son's shoes have no idea. I deeply appreciate hearing the hard things. I need to be aware . Otherwise I can't be a responsible part of our world community.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey and the truth in this horribly difficult and dark situation.
I so appreciate you reading— and for your heart which is willing to listen.
Unfortunately I've gotten an education on all of this since my sister has been incarcerated. When she first got to her cell, there was a used maxi pad stuck on the ceiling. She was in that cell for several days before being transferred to another. That maxi pad was never addressed.
Unreal! Thank you for sharing. She is not alone, and neither are you. 🖤
You are doing an amazing job sharing. This week was particularly interesting to me as a volunteer. The costs are crazy! I wanted to donate clothing during the winter months. Not to a particular individual but instead purchase a few items in multiple sizes. I saw the official catalog in the visitor waiting area. NO!! Not allowed! That is the consistent answer to every request!
Your volunteering means the world to the individuals you serve…and to me. It's the most backward system I've ever witnessed- not being able to donate clothing through their own catalog is wild.
This is a hard read. And an important one.
Your ability to report the state of the system while balancing the narrative with urgent grace is truly impressive. Thank you for pouring it out on the page.
Awww, thank you for reading and for caring enough to comment. It's a delicate dance, this whole thing. 🖤
You're navigating it with an impressive amount of grace and poise.✨
Your writing is so incredible. You have the ability to make your readers feel like they are right there in the prison. I covered my mouth in disbelief while reading this one. Shaking my head in confusion, shock and anger. I HATE knowing my nephew has to experience this. Praying praying praying he gets out sooner than later. It’s been too long already. Absolute torture.
I ask myself every day if I would be strong enough to get through it. The answer is always, "not without the support of loved ones outside." I do not know how people who are alone without friends or family make it in there. It is truly a version of hell.
Wow, I had no idea. I agree, you are doing important work by educating on this. Here's hoping you find a wide audience.
Oh, I am so grateful you're here. 🖤
Thank you so much for this week's column, Bridget. It is SO eye opening. Those of us who haven't walked in your shoes or your son's shoes have no idea. I deeply appreciate hearing the hard things. I need to be aware . Otherwise I can't be a responsible part of our world community.
Phil
I am so happy that you are in the world community. Thank you for reading, for your support, and for being part of change.