Tag Archives: family

Waking Up in Punishment

Posted on April 22, 2016 by inderbitzin

It’s been really nice outside here lately and that always coincides with missing freedom the most. BBQ’ing, going to the river, concerts, all that fun stuff. It’s a bummer not being able to do what you want. When I get … Continue reading →

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Not Invincible After All

Posted on February 19, 2016 by inderbitzin

Hey guys, my name is Tucker. I was incarcerated when I was 19 years old and I have been here for a year now. I received a 44-month prison sentence. When I was on the streets I had the mindset … Continue reading →

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Drugs and Decisions

Posted on November 7, 2015 by inderbitzin

In 1993 I decided to change my life around, and get back onto a positive path. I worked hard at leaving the drugs alone, especially what we called ‘Crank’ back then. In a few short months I went from being … Continue reading →

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Appreciating Family

Posted on October 11, 2015 by inderbitzin

If we approach life with a humble attitude, treat others as we’d like to be treated, and just take things one day at a time, so many of our problems could be avoided. By nature we’re all pretty selfishly motivated, … Continue reading →

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You Deserve to Be Happy

Posted on October 9, 2015 by inderbitzin

My name is Wizard, I’ve been in prison since 1993, and I am NEVER getting out. I made some bad choices early on, and I don’t get another chance. So hopefully you can make the necessary changes in your lives … Continue reading →

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Stop and Think: Prison is Heartbreaking

Posted on July 6, 2015 by inderbitzin

Blog administrator’s note: The members of RISE UP! are frequently asked what prison is really like or if it’s really as bad as it is portrayed to be.  Here, James answers that question for those who are curious. Is prison … Continue reading →

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Acceptance

Posted on May 31, 2015 by inderbitzin

I remember how badly I wanted attention from my dad. He is an alcoholic and in all of my childhood memories I always see him with a can of beer. He was larger than life, a hulk of a man, … Continue reading →

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