December 24, 2014
7 Deadly Sins
Today, one of the younger guys in my unit (Former Cocaine King of Upper New England) told me about the 7 deadly sins a prisoner can commit in front of other Prisoners. He has been down 8 years and has spent time at higher security level institution. The 7 deadly sins are as follows;
1. whistle (I remember Justin telling me nothing bugged him more than the whistling)
2. hum
3. bang
4. sing
5. spit
6. scrape
7. slurp
Each of the deadly sins is said to interfere with another prisoner doing his time. In prison, You do you own time and you do not interfere with another prisoner doing his time.
It was explained to Me that whistling, humming and singing can offend another inmate, especially if He is in a depressed state. Do you really want to offend the 240 pound drug dealer who just lost his appeal?
Banging lockers and scraping chairs across the floor is also viewed as showing disrespect towards other prisoners. Waking up the guy who is napping 2 cubes down is simply not a good idea.
Making guttural sounds by slurping a drink or preparing to spit is also frowned upon. These activities are reserved for the restroom, only.
The 7 deadly sins are really basic manners we learned as children. You would be surprised to discover how many folks in prison never learned them or simply refuse to follow them.
In closing, another deadly sin for me is failing to say thank you. I have received some books in the mail that have been opened by prison staff. I do not know who sent the books because the packing slip did not make it to me along with the book. If you sent me a book and did not receive a personal thank you letter or email, I apoligize. Please accept this note as a Personal "Thank You". The Books are truly appreciated.
Ken Flaska
