Families of Prisoners Support Group
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I am scared for him even more.He didn't sound good,but does say he has plans for himself..Hopes to get his GED while in there. Ryan's case is very complicated. Not in for any violent crimes(trying to see good here)The Crown want him to testify against others and Ryan is refusing to co-operate.The choice is his,I just want him to be safe,He will be 4 hours away from me, and I wont be able to see him.He says its better that way,I miss hugging him.I just want to kick his assets and luv him and yes repeat whenI feel I should do so, My heart aches and I dont tell him whats going on with us,as not to cause himemotional termoil.But where is my way to release my feelings without judgement.
klp819
Hi Hurts- I know exactly where you are coming from. My son also refused to testify against the others that were involve. His feelings on the whole thing was that he didn't want to label as a snitch. But part of his plea bargin was that he would have to testify, so he took it. Thank God all the others also took deals so there will be no trials. I get scared for my baby sometimes because I can't protect him anymore. I have just put my faith in the Lord that he will watch out for him. And he has. Kyle is just staying mostly to himself and has sign up for some classes. He will not be home until 2009. So we just take one day at a time. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and if you need a shoulder..mine is available.
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Know how you must feel my son has been in and out jail for a number of years, just went back for 3rd felony and numerous traffic warrants. He is so bright and just got his 1-year "Chip" at AA. We thought he was going to make it. He will miss the holidays again, which should not be the important thing but he is the one who loves all the tradition. So sorry for your situation. Wish there was more programs available (intense psychological)for them. Of course, I am beating myself up daily for years for not putting him in a program as a teenager, but you know, small town, denial, pride, etc. Please feel free to email me anytinme!
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My son does not want label snith and I can understand for his safety why, but it just adds more to his time, more holiday time without him is hard to deal with, his 23 birthday in march and I cant spend it with him, sorry for rambling.
klp819
You are not rambling, that is the great thing about Daily Strength we can get our feelings out and sometimes it really helps to do that. I understand about the holidays and birthdays. My son's birthday is this Saturday, he'll be 20 years old. I had such a hard time trying to pick out the right b-day card for him :( But at least I do get to see him on Saturday so I can give him a hug and a kiss. I just hope that I don't break down, coz I am getting teary eye right now, just thinking about it. But a good friend that I met here on DS told me that tears are good because they cleanse the soul. Hugs to you.
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you can come on here and vent all you need to and not be judgeed i think over the next couple of monthes we all will need each other holidays will be hard
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i know how you feel my sons b day was last thursday he turnrd 24 it was our first ever apart i almost lost it but he helped me through.thank god for sons.
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What happened?? I pray he does what's right in his heart. He has to live with the decision. It's hard as you know I know with Sarah! No parent should have to go through this, but I'm here for you whatever you need...Praying for you! much love
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