by FreddieUnlimited This is the final story in the Project Unlimited series titled: “Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are?” Inmates at Tomoka Correctional Institution wrote these stories, not to justify or excuse behaviors, but for the purpose of educating and increasing awareness. You’re welcomed and encouraged to send questions for consideration for the Unlimited men to … Continue reading Inner Fight
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I Hated the Man
by KennethUnlimited This is the fourth story in the Project Unlimited series titled: “Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are?” Inmates at Tomoka Correctional Institution wrote these stories, not to justify or excuse behaviors, but for the purpose of educating and increasing awareness. You’re welcomed and encouraged to send questions for consideration for the Unlimited men to … Continue reading I Hated the Man
Don’t Tell Me What God Can’t Do, a book review
by JonathanUnlimited This book review is part of the Project Unlimited series titled: “Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are?” Inmates at Tomoka Correctional Institution wrote these stories, not to justify or excuse behaviors, but for the purpose of educating and increasing awareness. You’re welcomed and encouraged to send questions for consideration for the Unlimited men to … Continue reading Don’t Tell Me What God Can’t Do, a book review
Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are? Inmate Perspectives
*** The following two short stories provide Jonathan and Romano's insights after meeting with Debby and her good friend, Beth, in a small room off the library at Tomoka Correctional Institution on February 28, 2025. Click here to read (or listen to the audio versions) of the backstory and Beth and Debby's perspectives of this … Continue reading Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are? Inmate Perspectives
Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are?
Photo by NADER AYMAN on Unsplash ***February 28, 2025. My good friend, Beth, and I, entered Tomoka Correctional Institution to meet with five inmates to discuss forgiveness. Beth's 19-year-old son Samuel had been murdered in July 2017, so it's an understatement to say that this union of victim with those who had victimized, would be difficult for all. … Continue reading Forgiveness: Who Do You Think You Are?
The Fourfold Path of Forgiveness
I’ve been discussing The Book of Forgiving by Desmond and Mpho Tutu in a book study the past two weeks and pondering its Fourfold Path: Telling the Story, Naming the Hurt, Extending Forgiveness, Renewing or Releasing the Relationship. As a result, I’ve thought more about the word “witness” that I mentioned in my September 10 self-worth post. … Continue reading The Fourfold Path of Forgiveness
Fitness and Forgiveness
Have you ever tried to manage life better by implementing a plan? You know, "proper planning prevents poor performance?" That kind of plan? But then you don't follow your so-called proper plan? And then, instead of adding peace, The Plan feeds frustration with self-defeating thoughts. What's wrong with you? Why can't you follow along? I … Continue reading Fitness and Forgiveness
Let’s Celebrate Some Birthdays
Happy Birthday Rebel, John Mellencamp Finally got to meet Mellencamp! Jacksonville, FL (Feb 2023)Mellencamp's hometown, Seymour, IN (Sept 2023) Do you see me?Visitors Center, Seymour, IN Today, John Mellencamp turns 72. I can't mention this musician and artist without mentioning Farm Aid, which he helped spearhead in 1985. His "Rain on the Scarecrow" resonates with … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate Some Birthdays
October Celebrates National Book Month
Are you excited? It's National Book Month!! Yay! And in honor of October, I'd love for you to join me in a discussion of a book I mentioned last week, The Book of Forgiving by Desmond Tutu and his daughter, Mpho Tutu. I read this book a few months ago in my good friend Elly's … Continue reading October Celebrates National Book Month
I Wonder…
I recently watched Crown Heights, a drama based on the true story of Colin Warner who was convicted of a murder he did not commit, resulting in 21 years behind bars, 21 years of horrific injustice, 21 years of a changed life. The story is also (and equally) about his best friend, Carl King, who … Continue reading I Wonder…