incarceration

Through the Struggle

By MM You see that I am locked up You see that I have a charge But you don’t know me You would know me if… You took time to…

A Prisoner’s Wince

By AR While I’m here, enslaved against my own will, as is only punishable by law and remains… Surely, we sacrifice our freedom in search of financial gain, notoriety, fame.…

On the Same Page: Coping with a Parent in Prison

Free Minds frequently holds “On the Same Page” events, in which members who have completed their sentences and returned to society – our Poet Ambassadors – share their writing and…

Me + You + Jail

By IS I remember those days we used to kick it after dark Kissin’ your neck, my head laid on your heart Neva thought dat love could ever be split…

Purple & Gold Passion

By DW Purple and gold skies Magnificent As my heart yearns for more I close my eyes Collect my thoughts Think about my passion for living Am I living? Through…