Along with a mattress softer than a carpeted floor and taking a shower without flip flops on, there's nothing I look forward to then getting a haircut in an actual barbershop. Now, technically, there is a barbershop in the school building, but they're only allowed to give a cut of one length all the way … Continue reading “Toilet Flush Cuts”
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Cooper Street DOC
“The Dog Pound”
I lock in the dog unit. In the front hall, half the cubes have a dog on each side, with two handlers assigned to each one. At present, there's 8 dogs, but at full capacity, there's twice that. The dogs themselves are a mix of puppies, strays, and various cast offs, much like their cubies. … Continue reading “The Dog Pound”
Moving Day
Once word of a huge rideout started circulating the yard, I knew it was my time. I'd been at the same joint for over four years, and just the week prior I was randomly moved to the ganglands of G-unit from the semiretirement home of B. Usually, moves aren't done for no reason. When Monday … Continue reading Moving Day
“Lensgrafters”
I tried to shoot my shot for some contacts and was rebuffed with prejudice. My prescription would have to be three times stronger than it is right now to qualify for contact lenses under MDOC policy. Basically, only the blind are allowed them. I don't wear glasses much in the world as it is, so … Continue reading “Lensgrafters”
Books I Read This Month (July2022)
Avengers vs. Xmen - Aaron, Bendis et al.A State of Fear - Laura DodsworthThe Joy of Mindful Journaling - Tara WardDie: Fantasy Heartbreaker - Kieron Gillen & Stephanie HaarLight from Many Lamps - ed. Lillian Eichler WatsonInjustice: Gods Among Us Vol. 1 - B. Buccellato, B. Redendo et al. You know what's freaking awesome?! Naps. … Continue reading Books I Read This Month (July2022)
Easy Trouble 