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At the time of this writing, 1 August
2007, I am sorry to say, Ed is in Jail. However, he told me on the phone
that this may be the best year in his life. Below are excerpts from a
letter that he has sent to me that I would like for you to read it because it is
super interesting and it will teach all of us something that we need to learn.
C. Jeff Dyrek.
Dear Jeff,
First of all I want to thank you for the money order. I
was sure in need for supplies, Thanks. Also, I greatly appreciated to
receive you letter. I'm so sorry that I'm not there to help you when you
are in need! You have proved to me that no matter what the odds are, you
are a true friend. Not like everyone else that my family and I have helped
in the past. I knew that from your letter and talking to you on the phone
that things are kind of looking up for you (Better Anyway).
I was, and am so proud to hear from you that I took your
letter around to some of the friends that I've gotten acquainted with.
Everyone, and I mean everyone, has treated me real respectable. I treat
all like they were or are the most important person in the world. Yes Sir:
No Sir: Thank you Sir: All of the things that I've been taught throughout the
years of growing up, but never really practiced them until about the last two to
three years. It never hurts to show respect to all. Some never show
respect to anyone, including themselves. But when greeted every time with,
" How is your day sir," I've received nothing but kindness and gratitude towards
me.
It's true, the more you show respect to all, they show
respect back. It's like they cant help but respond in that manner.
It's really cool to have people of all types of backgrounds, good, bad and evil.
All treat me the same. I am reallly6 fortunate to be the kind of person
with my personality to be able to get along with every type of person that I
have come in contact with. The guards are ok too. They have their
rules and we all know what they consist of. As long as you follow the
rules, you are just fine. Some of us don't know or understand what that
means.
I am trying to get work released in Peoria. If I do get
it, I'll be able to see everyone a lot sooner and more often. But the best
part is that they help you get a job, plus save some money, that would be a 1st,
someone to actually help me get on track. That is someone besides you.
You've been a great influence in my life, to my life also. Too bad that my
family aren't as willing to better themselves. I think that my life has
turned for the better instead of for the worst. I don't mean by being in
here, but my actions and the way I have learned to handle myself. The way
I conduct myself is a plus.
I really appreciate hearing from you in letter form.
You have inspired me to make my life better and to try to better the lives
around me.
Thank you sir for being a True Friend and not just a friend
in need like most others.
God Bless you and your mother (Mom) Tell her I send my
love.
Ed, your friend always, no matter what or where. |
