by Roxanne Jackson | Oct 18, 2015 | Blog, Roxanne Jackson
For years I have always believed that the “right” attitude makes all the difference in the world. I have applied this principle both inside and outside the gates. Those are the prison gates that I am referring to. When people see your character and your...
by Mark Bernstein | Oct 18, 2015 | Blog, Mark Bernstein
While doing my walk this morning I was struck by the thought that in here emotions and feelings are guarded and dulled by the prison experience. I say this because I am finding that I continually find myself thinking a nd feeling a certain way but keeping what I feel...
by Charles Jones | Oct 16, 2015 | Blog, Charles Jones
If diet and exercise pave the road of healthy living, certainly being at Bastrop FSC can create some potholes. Diet is the real challenge as an inmate has no control over what is served in the Chow Hall. Food can be supplemented with commissary purchases, but healthy...
by Steve Metheny | Oct 16, 2015 | Blog, Steve Metheny
It has been almost 2 months since I self surrendered to federal prison in Texas. I would like to report that I am getting used to things but I have made a promise to myself to NEVER get used to the prison lifestyle. Believe me when I tell you there is nothing...
by Mark Bernstein | Oct 16, 2015 | Blog, Mark Bernstein
I just finished my 45th day here, it has been a learning experience to say the least, everyday comes a new life lesson. When I received my sentence I thought that one of the things I would like to accomplish while in here was to lose 35 pounds. I had let myself go...
by Mark Bernstein | Oct 15, 2015 | Blog, Mark Bernstein
I’m getting through my sixth week as I think about the time, it has not gone as swiftly as I would like but when I look back to 9/1 it does seems to be a long time ago. I have settled into a fairly good routine, work, exercise, reading, writing, and schmoozing...
