Prison Journal: Day 8,346

On June 16, 2010, in Prison Journal, Relationships From Prison, Return to society, by Michael Santos

Today I received a letter from Chris, my closest childhood friend. Chris and I grew up in Lake Forest Park and went through elementary school, junior high, and high school together. Our friendship continued after high school, but it has been on again, off again through my imprisonment. I understand why, and it made me happy [...]

Prison Journal: Day 8,149

On December 1, 2009, in Prison Journal, by Michael Santos

My friend Steve was released from Taft Camp yesterday morning. I was in this room writing well before dawn, and I watched through the window as Steve carried his box of belongings from the housing unit toward the camp’s exit. A few days ago another friend, David, also walked out from those same doors. I [...]

Prison Journal: Day 7,947

On May 13, 2009, in Prison Journal, by Michael Santos

I don’t make too many friends in prison. Throughout the decades I’ve served, I’ve conditioned myself to serve time alone, interacting with no more than one or two of my fellow prisoners on a daily basis. I find more peace in solitude, as it feels disconcerting when friends I make go home. Next week at [...]

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