I’m on the inside looking out, watching life pass by.
Dying in a prison cell, asking myself why.
Young, dumb, drugs, manipulated.
Wound up in this place.
Family, friends, sit at home, tears upon their face.
Love and faith help me to be strong.
Today I’m stuck here, but praying not for long.
This prison has been my home so long,
I’ve matured and rehabilitated well.
Still pray every day to leave, just when, I can’t tell.
I wish I had an hour or a minute I knew I could depart.
I walk in faith that it’s written on God’s heart.
This world in prison is a place I don’t want to stay.
40 years have nearly passed, and hours keep slipping away.
Four decades feel like a huge, heavy chain,
Which some days I could do over, but I can’t erase the pain.
My mistakes still cast long shadows,
However long ago I confess, with all my heart, I hang on,
Praying I’ll be out of here and blessed.
I have guilt on my plate, but lies have been told.
Even after decades opposition is alive, well and bold.
Limited contact and conversation are the hardest daily parts.
This cold, deceitful environment can break human hearts.
Among the noise and craziness, I think,
Has my honesty and hard work meant just a wink?
Tragic decisions caused me to be bound and chained.
Pray my faith in a Savior is not being drained.
Guess it’s okay to keep standing and fight
And keep seeking help with all my might.
Surely God and governor will bring this to an end.
Doors will open for me and a friend.
In God’s Word he says he truly cares.
I’ll keep praying he will answer my prayers.
The Kentucky Governor talks about faith and a second chance –
My achievements and repentance
He hasn’t even given a glance.
Thanks to the advocates and all who stand to fight,
Miracles and changes bring, you just might.
I’ve done the work, many years in here.
With continued help, the miracle could be near.
These commentaries are recorded by Prison Radio.
