Butting heads with my editor
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I am not a journalist or a professional author, though I have had the privilege of being published. My true passion is creating art and music, while fostering connection with people. As an enthusiast and an amateur writer, my intention with this blog is to provide a nuanced and authentic portrayal of life behind bars. I aim to shed light on the treatment of incarcerated individuals, the intricate culture within the prison system, and the myriad experiences—both good and bad, confusing and ugly—that define our daily existence.
Through my writing, I hope to bridge the gap between the incarcerated and the outside world. When you see a correctional facility on the news or encounter someone who has been through the prison system, my goal is to equip you with a deeper understanding of their background and experiences. By doing so, I aspire to foster empathy and encourage the recognition of the humanity in every individual, regardless of their circumstances.
- Michael Lauderdale
 
            Our artist felt “In his own words” summed up her feelings on the matter
Butting heads with my editor
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            Yes, this is the actual trustpilot review score for the company incarcerated people are forced to use.
Single star rating was earned
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            Fairytales vs Reality: Prison Healthcare
Medical Fail
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            Nothing about us, without us. Lived experiences should matter!
Nothing about us, without us
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            Turns out, this is too much variety - below is…the reality.
Not sure I want to eat that
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            Isolated AF - we are at the mercy of whatever company has our communication contracts - phone, email, everything but snail mail. So when they glitch…
Isolated AF
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            Our artist was cackling when she said she’d come up with an image for this week’s post. Was anyone expecting Michael dressed as Julia Child?
Is that food?
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            Tick, tock, CHOMP!
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            Our regular artist had a busy week, so we turned to an AI tool, trained on her art (with her consent), for this image.
Invites to the BBQ
Read MoreCongratulations, Dwayne!
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            Tattooing is indelibly inked upon the skin of prison culture...
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            You don't have to do it alone!
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            Representing Yourself is a Terrible Idea!
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            Neil G. Weighs in on the Realities of Pro Se
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            Our artist feels that this lovely sunburn - which is a pretty accurate representation of my forehead and face - was karmic justice for my 'just a stopwatch' comment in my last post about field day ^_^
Sheer determination and strength
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            In some states, ex cons can’t even recover their right to vote … yet the MAGA folks want a felon for president? Make it make sense!
Employment Opportunities and Double Standards
Read MoreDisclaimer: This image is an artist's interpretation and does not represent reality. It’s meant to be funny, and our artist go the green-light from the author beforehand.
Privacy? What’s that?
Read MoreOur artist worked on the main image channeling “Goosfraba”, the tiny one, on the other hand…
We’re always more useful in an election year.
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            (Before anyone gets their knickers in a twist, she didn’t actually wink!)
Chief Cheeto got clipped
Read MoreDisclaimer: This image is an artist's interpretation and does not represent reality. It’s meant to be funny, and our artist go the green-light from the author beforehand.
While occasionally funny, it’s ultimately unhealthy.
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