One of the most important things to someone who is incarcerated are their relationships. From children, friends, and family, to mentors and parole officers, creating and keeping healthy relationships is one of the keys to a healthy reentry after prison. Your loved one’s top priority should be the relationship with their loved ones at home.
Relationships can be one of the most fulfilling things we experience in life. From relationships, to friendships with family members and loved ones, human connection is an essential aspect to building a fulfilling and successful life.
In every relationship, there is an opportunity for offense to be created. Be it from a misunderstanding, a harsh word…
We have all witnessed a cringe-worthy moment in public: a heated exchange between a couple, an angry customer or friend or an upset child in the toy aisle. These moments can be embarrassing, or even devastating to relationships, causing a ripple effect in the families involved. Unfortunately, some do not have the skills to avoid…
Let’s face a simple truth, dating can be challenging. You never know what you might get out of a date.
Valentine’s Day is a chance to show your appreciation and love for your partner. However, it’s important to remember that not everyone views Valentine’s Day in the same light. You don’t want to let it define your relationship. Now, that doesn’t mean you still can’t make it a great day for you and your partner.…
Dating. It can be hard and challenging. You finally meet someone, only in a couple months you’re back to being single again. It can be a never ending cycle at times. When you’re looking for that special someone in your life, it is easy to become discouraged. Here are some methods to avoid while looking…
What are the qualities that you look for in a partner?
Does their personality have to be outgoing? Do they have to be hilarious to charm you over? These surface-level characteristics are essential elements in any relationship. When it comes to dating someone, there are a qualities and actions that can make or break the…
Loving someone is not enough to save a relationship.
I learned this lesson while Ron was in prison. My heart was full of love for him, and I missed him every single day he was gone. He didn't know that my mind and spirit were fixed on him; he only knew he was in prison…
Anyone who tells you that prison is not a huge barrier for your family is lying to you.
It is an extraordinary barrier to creating a strong, thriving family. And, the struggles do not disappear when your husband comes home. A prison experience will either infect or affect you for the rest of your life. …
It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon.
The sun shone brightly against the backdrop of a tantalizing bright blue sky. The horizon gleamed with only an occasional wisp of white clouds, the sole deterrent in the ocean of blue hanging above us. Ron and I arrived at the restaurant with our friends - all of us…