by Holly | Sep 15, 2025 | 2018, Life During
When God first began His good work in me, not everyone was pleased. My parents, in particular, were offended. After several weeks spent reading the Bible, I called my parents. “Mom! I read the entire New Testament!” I told her. She didn’t...
by Holly | Apr 26, 2024 | 2016, Life During
“I was kicked out of Anthony.” I turned in my chair to see who was speaking. It was a Monday afternoon in August 2016 and the school day was nearly over. I’d been reading a kite from the psych department. In the trial for my parental rights, I thought my psych...
by Holly | Apr 9, 2024 | 2016, Life During
Humility “in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” Philippians 2:3 “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” I Peter 5:5 Sitting at the desk in my cell, I finished another letter to my children. Suddenly, movement was called over the...
by Holly | Mar 31, 2024 | 2016, Letters, Life During
Holidays and other special days are harder than usual for an incarcerated person. They are a reminder of family and love, which hurts when you are separated from them. It makes misery more acute. Birthdays without birthday cards make one wonder, “Am I loved?” As I...
by Holly | Mar 13, 2024 | 2016, Life During
Love “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Matthew 22:39 “By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you have love and unselfish concern for one another.” John 13:35 “Did you see who’s back?” Jae asked me. I turned to see who she was talking...
