tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51582750174282159932024-03-05T06:36:14.355-06:00Until You Come HomeThis one's for dad!kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-39513890130868170862017-01-15T18:36:00.003-06:002017-01-25T06:51:00.383-06:00Life Goes On<div style="text-align: left;">
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I hope time is finding you all well. </div>
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I know it's been a while since I've posted on here... but I wanted to leave a quick(ish) message (in the off-chance someone still checks this blog). Or maybe this post is just for me... but either way---</div>
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Dad's been home for a year now. A YEAR! Wow. Sometimes, I still can't believe it's true. It's strange how time passed so slowly for so long and now, it seems to be flying by... it's funny how we all slipped back into the life we left all those years ago. And I mean the life we had 13 years ago. The life full of wonder, potential, and joy. A life I NEVER thought we could all truly live in again. Yes, there are still hard days and we still have to deal with "the fallout" of everything; but we had all forgotten what it felt like to live in a life without fear surrounding every move we made... and somehow, going through it not only made us better people but it showed us how to appreciate the little things and stop stressing about the things we can't change. To laugh and mean it, from the bottom-of-your-heart, mean it! To live in peace- even in a world of chaos- to stay in our "joy-bubble" and be okay with "just figuring it out" as we go. We now <u>know</u> what truly matters in life and we now embrace it.</div>
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Absolute fresh air. </div>
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When I started this blog, I couldn't even fathom this day. The day I would sit here and say 'he's home! And we all made it! Oh Lord, we actually survived it.' </div>
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It was a far off dream that I knew we would make it to one day-- but it still seemed impossible. </div>
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And yet today, I just returned home with my <u>whole</u> family (yes, dad too!!) from our first family trip in <u>13 years</u>. Somehow, this whole blog has become a record of bad memories-- a life I lived in some distant past. Somehow, the impossible happened. Somehow... life went on.</div>
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My life was turned upside down when I was 13. From ages 13-19 I lived in a "fear world". Maybe not every second of everyday-- life did go on-- but the fear of my family being split into pieces always lingered in my heart and I carried it everywhere I went... (you all know that story..)</div>
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Then from the ages of 19-24, my family and I had to move past the "fear of what if's" and learn how to live in those pieces, in the "prison world". For the better part of my life (maybe 'memory' is a better word-- but who really remembers day-to-day life before that age anyways??) I had to constantly "learn how to live." How to deal with the cards that had been dealt to me... although none of it was my fault or my choice. Funny how life can do that-- keep bending you, keep testing you, keep seeing how much it will take to finally break you. Until you finally find yourself spending time everyday asking God and the universe "How much more can one person really take?! It's too much..." </div>
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And what's even more funny-- the moment you realize that it IS over and that you SURVIVED. No. not only survived but that you came through it at the end as a Champion. Better. Stronger. Wiser. </div>
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The moment you realize that it's not what you do - it's not what the government (society, your neighbors, whoever..) has labeled you as - it's not what you've been through, that defines <u>who</u> you are. But how <u>you chose to respond</u> to what you've been through (are going through) <u>is</u> what defines <u>who you are</u>. </div>
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I used to think that if ANYONE who truly knew what I was going through had been through it before me
and made it out of it-- somehow, some way-- could have just looked me in the
eyes and told me they knew what it was like, I know it would have helped me. Strengthened me. </div>
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If someone could have looked into my eyes when I was that scared 13 year old girl and said:</div>
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You aren't alone. I TRULY understand and I promise you-- you WILL get through this and you REALLY will be okay...</div>
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In the end, I discovered that there was someone who was telling me that very thing, I just didn't realize it yet... There is only one reason why we all survived... our strength was not our own. There was a point we all had to really understand that we are not living for ourselves but for something much bigger than ourselves... and I won't preach at you today, but I will tell you that no matter what you come to face (and whether you realize it or not), He will always be standing there beside you, holding your every tear in His hand, and reminding you: </div>
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"You are not alone. I TRULY understand and I promise you-- you WILL get through this and you REALLY will be okay... Even if it seems impossible! Even if it seems like no one has ever faced what you're facing before! Even if all the odds are against you... and even if you can't see anyway out-- I promise, <u>this WILL pass</u>. I promise, you <u>will</u> be okay." </div>
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For me and my family, time <b>did</b> go on. Life went on. And we all came out of it better than when we went in. And you will too. </div>
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Never give up. </div>
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May God bless you,</div>
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-----> My new ministry for Familes of Prisoners begins in February.</div>
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kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-3923979908390975282015-07-17T10:38:00.000-05:002015-07-17T10:56:31.211-05:00The end and the beginning Hey everyone!<br />
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Let me start this post by saying, isn't our God good?!<br />
As of today, we only have 12 days left until we go and pick dad up!!! Yes, you read that correctly! 12 days!!! Like I said in the previous post, we will be taking him to a halfway house much closer to home! We actually get to walk out of that prison with him!! My heart is so light! I almost can't even believe it's actually happening! So many years have passed by with us awaiting this very day and now that it's almost here, I just about can't believe it!<br />
I have to give a BIG thank you to all of you who have so faithfully visited him, written him, asked about him, and prayed for him. Y'all have made these last 4 and 1/2 years eaiser on all of us. God protected dad the whole time, He protected us on all our long drives to see dad, & He provided for us when our money began to deplete. The Lord has been so faithful! So thank you for your prayers! You have no idea how much those prayers kept us going.<br />
I can't believe this is the end of prison life for us!! The next step is bringing dad home! And that will be a beautiful new beginning for all of us. Praise the Lord!<br />
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kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-57892385988244873452015-05-11T20:13:00.000-05:002015-05-11T20:13:38.299-05:00A New DayHello all!<br />
Well, in my last post I told you all that we applied for home confinement. We knew it was a long shot and it took a really long time to get a reply. Dad did not get home confinement, however, he did get approved for a halfway house! It is only an hour and 45 mins away from where we live and it is such a beautiful and awesome blessing! We will be able to take him there ourseleves!! So we will get to pick him up in July and drive him to the halfway house! Prison will be OVER! That's right! Ah! Wow! What a blessing! He will have a cell phone and get to have his truck! Be able to wear his own clothes and get a job! It is so very wonderful! We couldn't be more thankful! God has His own way of working things out and we are all just so thrilled! Ill be sure to update you all on how it all goes! Again thank you all for your love, support, and prayers!<br />
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Love,<br />
Shekinah<br />
<br />kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-31929442626523769252014-10-29T22:45:00.000-05:002014-10-29T23:04:54.055-05:00It's All Down Hill From Here<div style="text-align: center;">
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Well it's been a while since I've posted on here. I've been super busy and to be honest, I don't know who all follows this blog anymore since it's been 4 years since dad left. But for those of you who do keep a check, here's a quick update;</div>
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We've been trying to get dad on home confinement for "up to" the last 6 months of his time. It's a fairly new alternative to halfway house time for those who don't qualify for halfway house time, like dad. Anyway, we've sent off all the paperwork and now, we're just waiting to hear if he's been approved or not... his approval would be the difference in him coming home in July vs. him not coming home until January 2016. What a blessing it would be! So we are all praying super hard on this end! We know God will put him where ever He needs him, but we are praying that the place he is needed most, is back home with his family.</div>
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Dad has gotten really good with his leather work! The stuff he is making now is amazing! </div>
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He has also been witnessing to several other guys there. He's been able to lead several men to the Lord. It's been amazing watching God use him for His glory. Dad has grown so much over the last few years. I've seen God change him in so many wonderful ways. Not that he wasn't amazing before... God just made him shine a little brighter. </div>
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We are still visiting dad a least once a month. We would go more but money has gotten harder to come by. The trip is long and expensive... but we always do go see him at least once a month. </div>
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Back in February I started doing prison ministries with my church! I now go to a women's prison every few Sunday's and fellowship with the ladies there. </div>
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It's pretty amazing looking back over these last 4 years and seeing how far this family has come. What the devil intended for evil, God had another plan for... He is using what was a heart breaking family separation, and transforming it into something far more beautiful than any of us ever dreamed was ever possible. My families situation hasn't changed, our circumstances haven't changed, but our hearts have changed. And because of that, we are able to reach other families and other prisoners and help lead them to Jesus! Who would have ever thought?!?! My family has stood together and we are all stronger today then any of us ever dreamed... God can take the darkest, most hopeless circumstances and make them awe inspiring. </div>
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My family is going to be just fine. We are on the down hill slope of what was a very tiring and difficult up hill battle. We can all see the light at the end now. And that light is brighter than we thought it could be. Never give up hope. Never lose faith. You never know what awesome things God has planned for you. </div>
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Love,</div>
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!</div>
kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-82086235503595535512013-09-24T14:25:00.001-05:002015-07-17T10:52:44.771-05:00We're half way there...Hello everyone!<br />
Well, we've reached the half way mark! Half of this horrible time is behind us... pretty soon we'll be able to start counting down...<br />
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I wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who has been so faithful to us... those who've driven all the hard miles to see dad, those who've written him, those who've stayed updated through the blog, and those who've been praying for him and our family. I cannot express how much it means to all of us and dad. You guys have been so great. Thank you.<br />
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So, not really a whole lot to update on... things have been a little crazier at visits lately. The guards are doing everything they can to make visits as short and cheerless as they can. They've changed how we wait in line (which may not seem like much, but trust me, it's a disaster). Some of the guards are nice and understand what we all go through and they are a blessing to us, but so many of them try to do anything and everything they can to make visiting time as miserable as possible... we're working on getting things done but all we can really do is write letters and that doesn't seem to be getting us too far. <br />
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But other than that, dad is doing okay. Again, time is passing, and that is a blessing indeed. He's been spending a lot of time in the leather shop and he's made some really beautiful things! I've attached a couple of pictures of purses and key rings he's made me.<br />
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It's helping him pass time... it's just very expensive and since mom and dad can't afford it, Brit and I are paying for the leather. It makes him happy to have something to do he enjoys and he makes things to give us which makes him feel better too because he feels like it's something he can give back to us.<br />
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Me, mom, Grandad, and Brit are going to see him this weekend. Please say a quick prayer that the visit goes better this time than the last one... Again thank you for all you do...<br />
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Here's a few more things he's made:<br />
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<br />kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-7221514710421544712013-04-03T21:18:00.004-05:002013-04-05T11:50:41.106-05:00Hebrews 11:1<br />
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I know it has been a while since my last post and I am sorry for that. I have been so busy with work lately it's taking up most of my free time. I also just wasn't very sure how much traffic my blog was receiving and became slightly discouraged. However, I have recently found out how helpful this blog has seemed to be for some and I will be sure to make time to update more frequently.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-QBB25aWyOl8PagkQZBqGSeuavsx_4yZwhK80PsRy3ySBcDwSD04ukScXg0xEhh40XtlEGR-9hviuiN_eMQsEHxLK__2czava-iZRGwaGpc1_X78eE9AcHirkTpFWO1_jM_krLnHUjxSL/s1600/by-faith.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-QBB25aWyOl8PagkQZBqGSeuavsx_4yZwhK80PsRy3ySBcDwSD04ukScXg0xEhh40XtlEGR-9hviuiN_eMQsEHxLK__2czava-iZRGwaGpc1_X78eE9AcHirkTpFWO1_jM_krLnHUjxSL/s320/by-faith.jpg" width="320" /></a>So, for those of you who don't know, March 9th marked 2 years since dad has been gone. Gosh, it feels like it has been so much longer. Yes, it has gotten easier but in the same light its gotten more difficult realizing that for now, this is our life. Over the past few months I have had some very difficult struggles... mainly with my faith. At one point, I thought I'd all but lost my faith altogether. But I found it was difficult to remain in my struggles when I had dad constantly remind me God has not forrgotten or forsaken us. Sometimes I tend to forget that I am not alone in this. None of us are, even when it feels that way sometimes. <br />
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Dad is doing really well (outside of the obvious). Throughout the first year of him being gone, it seemed all we talked about was trying to get him home... with each failed attempt, dad grew more and more weary. We all did really. And now I often find dad talking about the day he comes home (3 more years) and all the things our family will do again one day. We laugh very much during visits. Leaving on Sundays is always hard, but it too in its own way has become eaiser. We've all accepted this life for now. Monday dad started leather classes. He will learn to make and engrave all kinds of things out of leather (belts, shoes, purses, etc.). We've seen some of the things others had made and they are absoulutly beautiful! I know he will enjoy it and it's something he can use when he gets home. All things considered, we are all doing alright. Mom is good. Now that I have graduated college, received my degree, and am working full time, I've been able to help out with cost of trips to go see dad. Me, mom, Brit, Curtis (my husband) and Grandad are going to see dad next weekend for my monthly visit. (mom goes at least 2 times a month). I am very excited to see him.. as always. <br />
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Dad has recently been able to email!! We get to talk everyday now! It has made everything a lot easier. I get to tell him little things about my day and how I'm doing... it is truly a blessing! If anyone is interested in emailing with him please let me know. It is very simple and free of charge. <br />
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Times are hard, but we serve a God of greatness. Our God is great! We can never doubt. We can never be fearful. We can never do anything but be thankful because God is love. And He loves us all more than we can even begin to understand. We are never alone. We are never unheard. And we are never unloved. We live in a evil word with trials that seem alomost unbearable, but we are all truly blessed. Most people can not understand our life. They can't imagine the things we've seen and they may judge us, but God does not judge. He forgives and loves. And though no of us deserve His love, He continues to give it to us freely. Yes, we are blessed. <br />
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If anyone is in need of prayer, please let me know. There is power in prayer. Thank you all so very much for the prayers you have given.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!<br />
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Love,<br />
Your sister in Christ<br />
Shekinah<br />
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<b> Hello everyone!</b><br />
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It's crazy how long it feels like it's taking... sometimes it feels like time has stopped all together... but time is passing and we are still believing that God is in control...<br />
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Oh yeah! I'm not sure if I told you all this but for the prisoners who didn't receive a high school diploma before going inside, are required to take classes and get a GED. So a few months ago dad had to "go back to school" and try to relearn the basics... he was very worried he wasn't going to pass the big test and have to take the classes all over again... however, he passed his GED exam! And he is getting to do a cap and gown walk with the others inside who passed too!! Of course, no visitors or family members will be allowed to participate or go, but we are still so very excited for him! He said they will take two pictures of him in his cap and gown and send them to us though! So maybe I'll get to post one of those pics on here. :) <br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhN-Ph08XiOMWCPHOrZpSasRS6ZVsFnhsH3YdhhSX3w6k0biZCABHTw7ZmfzZSembyb1Iw3JXJlHKxYepeR9ITAEmflh266ii_0jr6to_fnNGckUaxm_qVGYuMVZlyy2zITY82pGpxdhY/s1600/35456_287855191320453_496874990_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhN-Ph08XiOMWCPHOrZpSasRS6ZVsFnhsH3YdhhSX3w6k0biZCABHTw7ZmfzZSembyb1Iw3JXJlHKxYepeR9ITAEmflh266ii_0jr6to_fnNGckUaxm_qVGYuMVZlyy2zITY82pGpxdhY/s200/35456_287855191320453_496874990_n.jpg" width="200" /></a>So, next weekend me, mom, Curtis, Matt, and Kayla are going to see dad. It should be a good trip.:) Matt and Kayla are getting to share with dad there big news that Kayla is 9 weeks pregnant! I know dad will be just beside himself happy for them. Kayla was really wanting to tell dad in person so I know she's excited too. I've been sending dad's new celly (the one who just got saved) a few different "bible" books. Things like "how to study your bible", "Holy Bible crossword puzzles", and "bible promise books". Dad said he got them all and was very excited about them. Dad is very thrilled to have a roommate whom he can share the Word of God with. It is truly a blessing for both of them and we thank the Lord everyday for that very wonderful miracle! (See last blog post)<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidxaBK0ikOOXlSqC1AElOiBFfudqEPyjtTIsjsqLnliDpvVyK8GGqM1mh05gX-eqKfmAyH5Lak1l_5BgacO_PthkrS9pOXMxH5BakDlc0dB5OrWFFTKm_qnA_w_j6PjgRldTLPa0yLTmup/s1600/539326_423318601063131_1790302676_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidxaBK0ikOOXlSqC1AElOiBFfudqEPyjtTIsjsqLnliDpvVyK8GGqM1mh05gX-eqKfmAyH5Lak1l_5BgacO_PthkrS9pOXMxH5BakDlc0dB5OrWFFTKm_qnA_w_j6PjgRldTLPa0yLTmup/s200/539326_423318601063131_1790302676_n.jpg" width="200" /></a>I'm not sure when the next time I will get to go and visit dad again will be. Of course I always go at least once a month but not sure when next month I'll be able to go... money is getting tight for mom and the 1000 mile trips are getting harder on her. So please keep her in your prayers as well... Although, no matter what,I know God will always help us find a way to spend time with dad. But even still, your prayers are very much welcomed and we are very thankful for them.<br />
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I'll post again soon and let everyone know how the trip went. Sorry I don't have much more to report.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Love,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-84747353243363931852012-08-20T18:38:00.005-05:002012-08-20T18:39:54.762-05:00A Miracle In The MakingHello everyone.<br />
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Brit, mom, and I went to see dad this past weekend. The visit was good (well, as good as it can be). Dad shared with us some wonderful news. Dad became friends with a new guy when he (the friend) arrived a few months ago. His friend moved into dads room last week. Well, he and his friend got to talking (along with his friend and christian brother Esteban) about the Lord. After a while of talking, Esteban and dad lead their new friend to Christ!!! He said the sinners prayer and asked God to be his savior!! All of heaven rejoiced for this lost soul that now is saved! This is such wonderful news! Anyone who can find Hope in such a dark place is truly blessed! So in our prayers for dad today, lets try to remember our new brother in our prayers as well!! I'm sure the devil will be knocking on his door and trying to attack him now that his soul is no longer in danger of hell. We all know the devil will fight to bring him down and he will need prayers of encouragement and strength. Also, lets be sure to send dad a few extra prayers in that he will be able to lead many more lost souls in God's direction. <br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUexFEmQHmPsm_AYRFUqUdywMecu5Gy5ziil4Hff92_T8gf23cUiMnyNoZIbWlhxoMMeAIgyQAIHMgbSKjhpkikBqwJMDzSsRZ-x7OkCe-hFDF9J5rLRDY7hhSz9ZVBlG5opqK-hj0AvyK/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUexFEmQHmPsm_AYRFUqUdywMecu5Gy5ziil4Hff92_T8gf23cUiMnyNoZIbWlhxoMMeAIgyQAIHMgbSKjhpkikBqwJMDzSsRZ-x7OkCe-hFDF9J5rLRDY7hhSz9ZVBlG5opqK-hj0AvyK/s1600/images.jpg" /></a>As far as everything else goes, all is the same. Dad has been gone now for 18 months with 40 months to go. It seems like time is passing so slowly for us and even more slowly for dad. However, time is passing. We just have to keep our faith and remember that God is in control.<br />
Thank you all again for all the prayers you send. I cannot thank you enough.<br />
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If anyone needs any prayers, please let me know so that I can send up a message for you. There is power in numbers and power in prayer! <br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!<br />
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Always,<br />
Shekinah kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-72727405617959519512012-04-25T17:34:00.000-05:002012-08-20T18:09:24.210-05:00Miles to goHello all. <br />
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Well, we were working on a few things to get dad home early and thought that they were very promising. However, none of our plans came through. It was a let down yes, but we are still always believing that God is in control.<br />
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Dad is okay. He misses everyone like crazy... please be sure to write him if you get a chance. He has recently gotten into reading! He likes all kinds of books so if you like, please send him a paper back book to read. I know it would brighten his heart. But if you can't, please still remember to send him a quick letter. You have no idea how much it means to him to get a letter from some one he loves. It is those letters, the few phone calls he makes, the visits he gets, and the prayers we send up for him, that help keep him going. It is all he has to look forward to on a day to day basis besides knowing the each day that passes is one day closer to him coming home. Right now we have reached 3 years and 8 months until dad comes home. It still seems like forever, and it still seems like so much more time has passed, but we know that through that power of prayer God can still do a miracle. And we know that even if that miracle is dad getting home safely in 3 years and 8 months, that we can get through this because we have the love of one another.<br />
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One day, dad will be home again, and life will be right; until then,<br />
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Please keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers.<br />
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Thank you and God bless.<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-27679570190341800652012-01-30T17:50:00.001-06:002012-01-30T17:55:19.128-06:00Quick UpdateHello all.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4yDocPqyyy32Hu69LH5E0rZ4Wg6LxOCHK8tIKCruymirlOMzCf16YRhBgLRQG-aqfff4kZeOcbtp0sf8YcwsXpJgitxlaVWroC9cv4zjNEftoA0qckFyq0RX-8kaZLsg0yMmIJUlmpHiL/s1600/7435811-bible-passage-god-is-love.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4yDocPqyyy32Hu69LH5E0rZ4Wg6LxOCHK8tIKCruymirlOMzCf16YRhBgLRQG-aqfff4kZeOcbtp0sf8YcwsXpJgitxlaVWroC9cv4zjNEftoA0qckFyq0RX-8kaZLsg0yMmIJUlmpHiL/s200/7435811-bible-passage-god-is-love.jpg" width="200" /></a>Well, the holidays are over and we are edging in on one year since dad has been gone. As you all know it has been one of the hardest years of our lives. We've had some struggles but we, as a family, have made it through this trailing time together and have only grown stronger.<br />
We did get to see dad on Christmas Eve and a few three day weekend holiday trips the first couple weeks in January. Some of those trips (sitting outside waiting to go in and see dad) were very cold but we got to visit dad with no troubles.<br />
Weekend before last me, mom, Brit. Charity, and Dessa went to see dad for a three day weekend holiday and it was a very wonderful visit. This weekend me, mom, Brit, Rae, and Curtis are going to see dad. It should be a very light and fun trip as well.<br />
We are working on something now that could potentially bring dad home very soon. We are never sure of course, but we do have God on our side. So please keep praying for a wonderful miracle ending in dad's coming home early.<br />
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Thank you again.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-83960597453208359992011-11-21T14:54:00.002-06:002011-11-21T15:01:35.191-06:00As A Reminder:<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLUsCB1X4_rHheFLEd95USlO6Inn4jW-R7VYYlaJu2e5yc_Olm6J_zUdkbkxrN5ACh-vbG9oQ560pN3BAbc4Y-Nbx6yz6_n0foFMb1y9xg0WRecw_Aca-NuIv1qgE2KUjjg4OJcy__7ZHF/s1600/hand+extened.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLUsCB1X4_rHheFLEd95USlO6Inn4jW-R7VYYlaJu2e5yc_Olm6J_zUdkbkxrN5ACh-vbG9oQ560pN3BAbc4Y-Nbx6yz6_n0foFMb1y9xg0WRecw_Aca-NuIv1qgE2KUjjg4OJcy__7ZHF/s1600/hand+extened.jpg" /></a> Recently, someone shared a story with me about a tragic event that occurred in their life... It got me thinking and I thought that I would share my response to them with you all because I was very encouraged by what they said. I hope you will be encouraged as well:<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6FiWUdhDHEtmVEghvX4TbMnVzSf1sqFeNdYnv8A8h1JdgC21gAojHnFUNFer-NMcqbkZRrcDTsiOujToq6LC4qEL3-AMiNU0ewJBAO8zk2TWzr-tOCGi3WzOrCxeY_ZyN7TmpifDRflL/s1600/gods+hand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a> I know that everyone has problems and trails they face everyday in their lives and that my family and I are not the only ones suffering. It seems that whenever I get down, God shows me that even though times are hard, that I am still blessed. Just the other day I was thinking about everything I have been through and was having a crying fest/pity party while driving down the road. I was asking God why it has to be so hard... Just as I came around a corner I saw a girl about my age, knelt down on her knees, crying hysterically in front of a side road cross. As I passed her, our eyes met. I have never in my life seen eyes so sad.... I believe it was God's way of reminding me that even though times are hard, they could always be worse. I know that even though it seems like forever, one day my family will be reunited again; I haven't truly lost my dad, I just have to wait a while to have him home again. Everyday since, when I get down on life, that poor girls face floods my mind and I remember what God's word tells us; living as one of his children will not make life easier, it will merely give us hope and faith in knowing that the trails of this world will just make Heaven all the more wonderful. It isn't always easy to remember, but I can not tell you how glad I am that I do have the hope of beautiful eternity with no pain, suffering, or tears.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEmqLtwRctEcbQYPi4XYy0cg8rAx6ePblU1Gmi-DvvPBpXNj0b67x7tXKLMQUGA-by_NDbUwYcUT48si4b4-lTzzxI1cFnEqqpqcprZD_45U2LowwuO-NXxtM4erFAXtiqR4hsqSpRiSR0/s1600/gods+hand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEmqLtwRctEcbQYPi4XYy0cg8rAx6ePblU1Gmi-DvvPBpXNj0b67x7tXKLMQUGA-by_NDbUwYcUT48si4b4-lTzzxI1cFnEqqpqcprZD_45U2LowwuO-NXxtM4erFAXtiqR4hsqSpRiSR0/s1600/gods+hand.jpg" /></a>The thing about being broken at the bottom is that you can only look one way, up. And sometimes we need to do just that in order to look up and see God reaching down to give us a mighty hand. I am not implying that the days ahead will be any easier or less painful for my family, I am just simply reminding myself as well as, all of you, that God is always there,; even when we feel like He is a million miles from us, He is always just a prayer away.<br />
Thank you all for being supportive and helping me, my dad, and our family lean on your strength and kind words to help get us through. Again, if any of you is seeking prayer, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you for all you do.<br />
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Love in Christ,<br />
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Shekinah<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-64298870681824682222011-11-14T12:49:00.003-06:002011-11-14T12:59:15.222-06:00Days Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCmWYZRGIKpd1Gyo-9moQil-nva0FnkzRlxUBsSKU1EaE3ZN0rXP2OrMvwh8PMz74vLqxWGJJB0OVhkFul08j1-ChdxOGsHztFZmH5WjJEUDeDMh0Vd9YCdA123Y6xGd_7hQwZn6qhd8mV/s1600/grant.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCmWYZRGIKpd1Gyo-9moQil-nva0FnkzRlxUBsSKU1EaE3ZN0rXP2OrMvwh8PMz74vLqxWGJJB0OVhkFul08j1-ChdxOGsHztFZmH5WjJEUDeDMh0Vd9YCdA123Y6xGd_7hQwZn6qhd8mV/s200/grant.jpg" width="160" /></a></div>Hello all.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMbpiP-uhX6xJQc1iqXLRqI11uq0JdjJzjTdnHI8r84KtziNohdQno_uZ3SGvLjjuvOZTc7_6x319oWdaTyLi5HuHiwl-MfIg-Uwa3liDqCAdDHSxO4K9DM3aDUo-4KzR9t0ut1cFQfzTH/s1600/grant+me.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a>Well, me, mom, and Nanny went to see dad this past weekend for our three day holiday visit. Friday (which was Veterans Day) was one of the best visit's that we have ever had with dad. Hardly anyone one was there visiting and it was a wonderful relaxed environment. However, Saturday we did run into a little trouble with one of the guards. Guys, I can not tell you how bad some of the guards treat not only dad but us (and all of the visitors) when we come to see our loved ones. Some of the guards are nice but most of them are just awful. They treat us like children and do everything they can to make our visiting time near impossible to enjoy. We are in the process of seeing what we can do to get things changed but from what we hear from others who have been visiting in this particular prison for years, say it is almost a loss cause. The guards there know that there is nothing dad or any of the inmates can do because they can not stand up to them without getting in trouble. The guards do not follow the rules of the BOP and they make our visits as stressful as they can. You all know we drive almost 500 miles to see dad and another 500 miles back home. It is a tiring and costly trip (that we love to make to see dad for the brief time we can) just to have these terribly mean guards do everything they can to ruin it. We are allowed to see dad from 8:15am-3pm on Saturdays and Sundays and Federal Holidays (although with money so tight, we can't afford to go nearly as much as we'd like). We have to wait in line (outside; rain, heat, cold, etc.) with all the others who are there to see their loved ones, for hours, to ensure that we can get in to see him for the full time; and if the visiting room fills up, they make us leave before our allowed time is up. The thing is, they have 1600 inmates there and a visiting room only big enough to hold 200 people. So if the room fills up at any time in our visit, they kick people out who got there first to make room for more people. About an hour after we had one of the guards get on to me for having my foot under my leg in my own plastic chair (which is not against the rules, he was just being hateful to me and threatened to end my visit if I didn't sit with both feet on the floor, facing the front of the room) we were thrown out of visiting and our time was cut in half; and there is no arguing with the guards.Trust me I tried to voice my rights and they laughed at me (literally). And if we try too hard and argue with them too much, they can be mean to dad on the inside. These evil people completely run this place any way they want because they know there is nothing we can do to stop them. <br />
I can not express to you all how horrible this place is. It is a dark place full of evil people and as we all know, dad does not deserve to be there. My reason for telling you all this is so that you know the terror this government is putting on (not just our family but) the families of so many prisoners. As we grow up we are taught that if you break the law you get put in jail, we all know that even with situations like dads, that is simply not always the case. A lot of these inmates don't deserve to be there and even those who do, should not be treated like dogs....<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMbpiP-uhX6xJQc1iqXLRqI11uq0JdjJzjTdnHI8r84KtziNohdQno_uZ3SGvLjjuvOZTc7_6x319oWdaTyLi5HuHiwl-MfIg-Uwa3liDqCAdDHSxO4K9DM3aDUo-4KzR9t0ut1cFQfzTH/s1600/grant+me.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMbpiP-uhX6xJQc1iqXLRqI11uq0JdjJzjTdnHI8r84KtziNohdQno_uZ3SGvLjjuvOZTc7_6x319oWdaTyLi5HuHiwl-MfIg-Uwa3liDqCAdDHSxO4K9DM3aDUo-4KzR9t0ut1cFQfzTH/s1600/grant+me.jpg" /></a>Everyone, please, remember to keep dad in your prayers. These are dark times for our family and dad is exposed to many dark things everyday. Prayer is crucial and we know there is power in numbers. I can not thank you all enough for all the prayers you have already sent on dad's behalf. Just please don't forget that God can still do miracles in even the most impossible situations; and a miracle is exactly what dad needs. Again thank you for all you do. Dad is so appreciative of every thought you send his way. I love you all and can't thank you enough.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Love in Christ,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-7191747797156739712011-11-02T23:24:00.003-05:002011-11-02T23:29:02.949-05:00Breif UpdateHello all.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW8KygTi7hYCvL5xMzsBUoMWHLkYbc9tWJqZoi7IGVDHMPnFoIn8DXfqawRXXpg_DzEGHyLIAJccc6LoZg7hzD_0duh4u_KFRSWqJQSoQuFCuGJoKgsOQhlhZijfhpEiMq8o2H9IlRGR91/s1600/God+is+good.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW8KygTi7hYCvL5xMzsBUoMWHLkYbc9tWJqZoi7IGVDHMPnFoIn8DXfqawRXXpg_DzEGHyLIAJccc6LoZg7hzD_0duh4u_KFRSWqJQSoQuFCuGJoKgsOQhlhZijfhpEiMq8o2H9IlRGR91/s1600/God+is+good.jpg" /></a>I don't really have a whole lot to say today. Just wanted to let everyone know that dad is doing okay. He has been down on his back for the past few weeks but he says it is slowly getting better. He has some extra minutes this months so he will be able to call my sister and myself a few times; which is always a treat because he is only given so many minutes a month and usually only gets to call mom once a day. I am going with mom and Nanny to see him next weekend and because it is a Federal Holiday Friday, we will get to see him for three days instead of just the two. All in all, everything is going alright. Things are still hard for our family and with the holidays coming up we are all struggling a bit more then usual. Please just remember to keep dad in your prayers and close in your hearts. I know he misses everyone so very much and we are all counting down the seconds until he gets to come home. Just remember, that our God is still the same God He has always been; which means that there is still a chance of a miracle happening. We can never lose faith or hope that God will one day soon see fit to bring dad back home to us.<br />
Again, thank you for all your prayers.<br />
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Love in Christ<br />
Shekinah<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-48100333350424844482011-09-23T14:31:00.002-05:002011-09-23T14:32:40.634-05:00Dad's Day 5Hello everyone.<br />
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Just wanted to send a quick update about dad to all of you who love and miss him.<br />
First of all, dad wanted me to tell everyone hello and that he misses all of you very much.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFU5w5tokpdICyj-NygpGv4NVErsbeDIKAqgpSnd1fieUyv8zv6X_MP9JqXXw32JtW_Ho5auXlbCoLDwDvqWX03axVMmBI48TZWkVAeiCIGwJ7uqIIy0ALzrAPnmkX8P_SQxM1ksEFNIdZ/s1600/power+in+prayer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFU5w5tokpdICyj-NygpGv4NVErsbeDIKAqgpSnd1fieUyv8zv6X_MP9JqXXw32JtW_Ho5auXlbCoLDwDvqWX03axVMmBI48TZWkVAeiCIGwJ7uqIIy0ALzrAPnmkX8P_SQxM1ksEFNIdZ/s1600/power+in+prayer.jpg" /></a>Curtis, Raven, mom, and I went to see him last weekend. It was a very good visit. Dad was very happy to see Raven. I know he loves to see his family but it is good for him to see friends as well.<br />
Guys, please remember dad when you say your prayers. He is fighting a battle not of flesh and blood but of spirit, and his spirit is weak. We all know that God has a plan, it is not knowing what that plan is or why God chose him, that is breaking us. Any little prayer does not go unheard. God is never to busy to listen.<br />
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Again, if any one else needs prayer from me, please do not hesitate to ask. We are prayer warriors and we can fight more than one battle at a time. Thank you all so much for all the prayers you have already sent on dad's behalf. It means the world to him and well as our family. I love you all and thank you.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!<br />
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Love in Christ, <br />
Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-36362101933125839332011-08-31T23:08:00.002-05:002011-08-31T23:12:41.474-05:00A Little Prayer Goes A Long WayHey everyone. Well, first I want to say thank you again for all the support you have given the family. Dad is okay. He is very home sick and home isn't the same without him. I wanted to tell you guys a little bit about what I have been up to the past couple of days:<br />
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I have been spending any spare time I have writing to my congressmen and senators... they are reviewing passing a law stating that any federal (nonviolent) CP crime time be reduced to 65% mandatory servitude. I've started a campaign within my campaign to research what this means not only for dad but for others like him. They have viewed this bill for the past 3 years and it has never passed but I am hoping by getting people to write congress (as I myself have, my family and even my dad) that this law will pass. <br />
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***Every person (with the exception of a small, small %) in federal prison with a CP charge has never done anything violent to a child, minor, etc. They did something on the computer/internet.... it is NOT fair that these people never get anything less than a 5 year sentence when people who brutally "R" small children can get time as little as one year. I am doing everything I can to help this law pass.<br />
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** If any of you are from the US and want to contribute to my cause, I can give you the basic out line of what needs to be mailed to your congressmen. It needs to be sent in by Friday, September 1st. You can research it yourself if you please. Our government is constantly complaining about prison over crowding and this would not only help get nonviolent prisoners out early, but would be a great way to cut down on the cost of thousands of dollars it takes each month to house just one prisoner. I would really appreciate any help anyone offers. Keep in mind, not only will this law passing bring justice to a lot a people who deserve a little break but also reduce my dad's sentence by HALF! For all others, your prayers are much welcomed and appreciated.<br />
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Thank you again for all you do.<br />
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Shekinah<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in you prayers!!!kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-49232198876874927102011-07-01T17:32:00.000-05:002011-07-01T17:32:34.043-05:00Dad's Day 4Hello everyone. Well, I went to see dad last weekend, as well as, the weekend before that (fathers day). The visits were all very much the same as before. Dad is trying to adjust to this new life and we are still trying to get him home. Part of me is always holding on to the hope that God will do a miracle and bring dad home soon so please keep praying, but if it is God's will for dad to stay.... he will need prayers for strength and for wisdom. I find myself asking God 'why' more than anything, however, God has not seen it fit to answer my pleas just yet. I fear that as time goes on, more and more people will move on and forget about the injustice that has happened to my dad. I don't blame anyone for it, I just pray that he stays in the prayers of those who love him.<br />
With that said, mom and Nanny are on their way to spend the 4th will dad now. As bad as I wish I could join them, I have duties to tend to at home this weekend.<br />
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Dad, you are always in my heart, on my mind, and the center of my prayers. We all love you so much and I will never give up hope in God's power. I am praying everyday that you can home form that terrible place, where you do not deserve to be. I love you.<br />
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As time goes on, please try to remember to keep dad in your prayers. Also know, that if you have anything you would like for me to pray about for you, I would be more than happy. We are prayer warriors and we can pray for more than one thing at a time. That is the beauty of this gift God has given us. Also, be praying for dad's cell mates. He is trying to bring them into the Christian family so that they can share a part of God's glory. Thanks so much for every prayer.<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-57234660919473593392011-05-29T11:46:00.003-05:002011-05-29T11:55:46.866-05:00So Good To Hear Your VoiceHello everyone! <br />
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Well, mom, Brit, and Grandad are in LA visiting dad this weekend. They are lucky because a holiday falls on Monday so they get to stay for three days instead of two. Of course, I have to work, so regretably I couldn't go this time. However, I will let you know how the trip went when they get home. <br />
But since they are there dad has been able to call me on the phone for the past two nights! It is so good to hear his voice. He sounds okay. Dad is finding ways to see God and in these circumstances, that is more than we can ask. It is still very hard for him since Esteban has left but we have not forgotten him in our prayers. In the begining he was an answered prayer, we are still praying for him where ever he may be. We also have gotten some (seemingly) good news. We are always praying God finds a way to get dad out early and we don't want to get our hopes up to high or prevent the Lord from doing something wonderful but be praying that this good news does not leave us high and dry. Our God is an awesome God who has the power to change any situation, we do not doubt that. We know that God has His reasons and we have already seen a few. The prision has already had a revival a few weeks ago which ended with 100 prisioners becoming part of the Christian family! So we know that dad has not left in vain, yet we still have a hole in our hearts. So please,<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in Your Prayers!!<br />
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We need him home. And according to God's word (Mark 10:9 What God has joined together, let no man seperate) our family should be together. Please keep praying and thank you so much for the prayers already being prayed! It means more than you know! <br />
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Love,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-16616609670890893652011-05-24T10:36:00.004-05:002011-05-24T10:46:18.401-05:00Dad's Day 3Hello everyone!<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlDT92czRap4xdt4xtO8YC7XQmPclUAk1rQMVqmtVfRaDWtBswBpM64x2V2kQswkuw6z-KSW8QUNkL2BN3IRgps-Yp5joiv4SQd7pHlidyqo8Qiejnl3kNjofOvb-o9OwkH_D4c5us6wb/s1600/jesus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlDT92czRap4xdt4xtO8YC7XQmPclUAk1rQMVqmtVfRaDWtBswBpM64x2V2kQswkuw6z-KSW8QUNkL2BN3IRgps-Yp5joiv4SQd7pHlidyqo8Qiejnl3kNjofOvb-o9OwkH_D4c5us6wb/s1600/jesus.jpg" /></a>Well, the weekend of May 15-16 me, mom, Brit, and Gran dad went to see dad. The first day was very emotional for him, as well as, us because his good friend and cell mate, Esteban, was moved. Now, I know I've told you all a little bit about Esteban, but he was dad's closest friend and helper there. Having him leave has been very, very hard on dad. The only thing that made this a little easier for all of us was knowing that dad had Esteban there with him. So we have all been really upset over this. We don't understand why God would take Esteban and we don't know where he was moved, but dad thinks that Esteban might have been sent home. He had a 18 year sentence and was in his 9th year, so if he did get sent home, it would be a miracle. Even though we are all upset over his leaving, please be praying that God let him go home. We know he will do great things for God. Aside from the heart tear we had, it was a wonderful visit. Anytime we get to see dad and he gets to see us, it is a wonderful thing. Dad says that it makes time go by faster when he has visitors. So don't forget to send in your visitation form and go and see him when you get a chance. He misses everyone very much.<br />
I know that for most everyone, this thing with dad is just a bad feeling or thought that crosses your mind every now and then, and we all understand that no one is as impacted by this as us, but every time he does cross your mind, please send up a prayer for him to come home soon. We can't endure this for 5 years. We need dad back. The smallest prayers are heard, so please,<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Love,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-86704075473231037942011-04-23T16:21:00.003-05:002011-04-23T16:28:01.231-05:00When Two Or More Are Gathered<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_8eL71tGTkU2DrqGaFsW_m0LCnFamggI9fHvVuj_2dGQ-95lUTk3PY11zU45fwL3Xb-zgnNsQiW7TQO2JWKyrBfpRkGgObXbx0zNl5qk95xRfFL7_E6-TWhfvWUQdF51YTi58XNaAfcV1/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_8eL71tGTkU2DrqGaFsW_m0LCnFamggI9fHvVuj_2dGQ-95lUTk3PY11zU45fwL3Xb-zgnNsQiW7TQO2JWKyrBfpRkGgObXbx0zNl5qk95xRfFL7_E6-TWhfvWUQdF51YTi58XNaAfcV1/s200/images.jpg" width="133" /></a></div>Hello everyone. <br />
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Well, Mom, Nanny(Dad's mom), and Maw-Maw(Mom's mom) are in LA with dad this weekend. Britiany and I couldn't go this trip. Brit, I believe, is going next weekend and I am going back in a few weeks. I talked to mom after her visit this morning and she said dad is doing ok, as usual. <br />
Everyone, every time dad crosses your mind, please send up a silent prayer for God to bring him home. As time goes on (and I believe I am speaking for the whole family on this) it doesn't get easier; not for dad, not for us. We learn how to live with it, days goes by, and life does go on; but our spirits are broken, our hearts are hurting, and faith is shattered. We need dad home. We know that the only thing that is going to get him here sooner is a lot of prayer. We all know that there is power in numbers and thats what we need; as many people praying as possible. I thank you all so much for all the prayers you have already sent, but please don't forget about dad over time. We need your help. Dad needs your prayers.<br />
I love you all so very much and dad does too. Just please, don't forget to<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in you prayers!<br />
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Thank you for all you do,<br />
Love,<br />
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Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-38400576646724930782011-04-14T16:47:00.003-05:002011-04-14T16:50:23.198-05:00Dad's Day 2Jeff Pierson<br />
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Hey everyone. Mom, Grandad, Britiany, Chessie, and I all went to see dad again this past weekend. As I said in the last "Dad's Day" post, we had to wait and get processed for about forty-five minutes before we actually got to go in. When dad came in the visiting room his face lit up like a kid in an amusement park. He was so excited to see us, as we were him. He cut his hair that morning and he looked a lot better this visit. We also got to get our picture taken with him! He said he will send us a copy as soon as he can and I will post it. He told us about his job there (he is serving in the kitchen, so he is pretty much a cafeteria lady :] ). He said it is very fast paced and that it is just OK. Overall, he seemed alright. I mean, he is as good as he can be, but he is really finding God in a lot of ways he didn't expect. Please just remember to keep praying for him and for a miracle to get him out of there. He loves all of the letters you guys are all sending him so please keep those coming too. I know that God is in control, as always, but don' stop praying!<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Love,<br />
Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-59278736984971319972011-03-31T16:37:00.004-05:002011-03-31T16:45:39.027-05:00Letters<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oPxp-b87932MhroRJaVdP6nWWP42TeEKdQoE6LXWXNMJxGZBZjcMAbAwoOtZpcRCaqmGPwIxT5rJprUzHhSR6OqgM8ZQ8Dm-F_ySd6SKK1MD-kAcsQntZr_bv-DA-YNbqOvSopAJAgaG/s1600/index.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oPxp-b87932MhroRJaVdP6nWWP42TeEKdQoE6LXWXNMJxGZBZjcMAbAwoOtZpcRCaqmGPwIxT5rJprUzHhSR6OqgM8ZQ8Dm-F_ySd6SKK1MD-kAcsQntZr_bv-DA-YNbqOvSopAJAgaG/s1600/index.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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Hey! Well a lot of people have been asking about dad's address. The complete address is on http://www.bop.gov/ but dad's number is:<br />
Jeff Pierson #26251-001<br />
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Be sure to read the rules on what you can send. If you're sending anything besides paper or a picture make sure they will let him have it. Anything that is not accepted will be sent back to you and they use his money to send it. Remember, he is allowed so much money a month. If you have anymore questions about what you can and cannot mail, just comment in this post! Thanks guys!<br />
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Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!<br />
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Love,<br />
Shekinah<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhT2mBVgRMsqkI0Bd2plHlLmC0ckcDf4J0GY2EAC_hCK5q_bbTbQKvepVdNvfz66Ob0JwlFrfqPivZLuzfJIV_PAfB5il1FC5JDN55iRJGBkJniEA3xqOiQJrUNc0DoKNnbgdhujxhAwB/s1600/read.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhT2mBVgRMsqkI0Bd2plHlLmC0ckcDf4J0GY2EAC_hCK5q_bbTbQKvepVdNvfz66Ob0JwlFrfqPivZLuzfJIV_PAfB5il1FC5JDN55iRJGBkJniEA3xqOiQJrUNc0DoKNnbgdhujxhAwB/s1600/read.jpg" /></a></div>kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-58801570982174377192011-03-30T17:02:00.004-05:002011-03-30T17:31:06.990-05:00A Day With Dad'Jeff Pierson'<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJTtsB-nDBoMEqsMPe43BFjMkqzD1skpyDAWBkt6KsbtmpqBmi8Z1oO6QTtUhLRRotbMCsFCSc0IURmkoyg81mcQWP-mP8Q6AEQxzG138FOlb52vgy-UkOI0J5g2HTvPZPdGww8MOHqAd1/s1600/fjkdfjldjkdlasjd.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="243" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJTtsB-nDBoMEqsMPe43BFjMkqzD1skpyDAWBkt6KsbtmpqBmi8Z1oO6QTtUhLRRotbMCsFCSc0IURmkoyg81mcQWP-mP8Q6AEQxzG138FOlb52vgy-UkOI0J5g2HTvPZPdGww8MOHqAd1/s320/fjkdfjldjkdlasjd.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Hey everyone. Well it has been a crazy week at school so I haven't had a chance to update about our visit. Over all, everything went well. We got to the prison at eight am and we had to wait outside for about 40 minutes. There was a line and they only let fifteen people in at a time. Trust me, the guards were in no hurry to get anybody in. When our group was called, we went into the front and we all had to sign a visitor form and wait for them to again, call our group. They made us take off our shoes, jackets, jewelry, etc. and put the into a bucket while we walked through a metal detector. Then we had to wait for them to let us into the prison. When we got inside they took us to the "visiting" room. It was basically a 35x60 foot room filled with rows of chair sitting back to back; no tables. There were windows, but they had bars on them and there were vending machines (they had a microwave for food from the machines like hamburgers and hot wings). It only took dad about five minutes to come in after we were the waiting 9but he said sometimes we could have to wait a very long time; until the guards tell him we are there). Seeing dad was great! Although, we didn't get to hug him for as long as we would have liked. It was also very, very loud and hard to hear because there were so many people there (but dad said only about 5% of inmates even get visitors ever). The guards were nice and generally didn't pay to much attention to us. About every three hours they would make the inn mates stand up for a head count. Dad's hair was so long! He's also lost a good bit of weight. He seemed..... okay. He told us that the guards are pretty mean and that there are so many rules to learn. Rules not just enforced by the guards, but also "inmate" rules as well. He told us all about his "bunk mate", Esteban. who is a Mexican and a brother in Christ. He and dad do Bible studies together everyday and dad is very thankful for him. And when you pray for dad, keep Esteban in your prayers as well. <br />
Leaving him Sunday was once again the hardest thing I ever had to do. I can't wait until the day he gets to walk out of that stupid place with us. If you want to visit dad, please get with me, mom, or Brit. I know dad misses you all very much and he told us to tell you all he loves you. <br />
Please keep, Jeff Pierson, in your prayers.<br />
-Shekinahkinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-53160307006372056322011-03-28T18:09:00.002-05:002011-03-28T18:11:31.784-05:00visit updatepromise im gonna post all the details from our visit with dad soon. Ive just got a super full schedule at the beginning of this week, but as soon as i get a free minute im on it. PROMISE!!!Brit86http://www.blogger.com/profile/02611399102143514477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-30499114878947730982011-03-25T13:56:00.005-05:002011-03-25T14:14:08.982-05:002 weeks and 3 days...it's finally time to see him!!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9lv8XB4rsugBJHFD8Z6OSfl0QnvWWWcqPf0g27_UZ-8vyCBhKVOLxa35kW0DhmUJTl_WnwkwVY6AbxFKg7LK7vNsgmkQO5REz57r2QHvrlaJIOBU2vJJ3wCEjPApawPVk7zP3-38gdPBI/s1600/n7005806_39502252_538.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588097609310526306" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9lv8XB4rsugBJHFD8Z6OSfl0QnvWWWcqPf0g27_UZ-8vyCBhKVOLxa35kW0DhmUJTl_WnwkwVY6AbxFKg7LK7vNsgmkQO5REz57r2QHvrlaJIOBU2vJJ3wCEjPApawPVk7zP3-38gdPBI/s320/n7005806_39502252_538.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Well, tomorrow is the day we have been waiting 2 weeks for. We finally get to visit dad. Anita, Kinah and Nanny are going to head out late tonite, it's an 8+ hour drive for them. Im going to head out around 4 in the morning, it's about a 5.5 hr drive for me. Hopefully we will all have uneventful trips. I know we are all counting down the seconds until we get to hug him and see for ourselves that he is ok. I dont know about anyone else, but im nervous too. Prison is such a scary place and I dont know what to expect. Visitation hours are 8:15- 3:00 sat and sun. I wont be there until about 10:30, but Anita and the rest of them should be there as soon as they open. Im sure there are alot of yall that would like to go see him, or at least I hope yall do. After we talk to him tomorrw im sure we will have alot more info to give everyone. I dont know much about visitation, except what i've read in the handbook. (if you're interested in reading it you can find it at <a href="http://www.bop.gov/">http://www.bop.gov/</a> . just search for FCI oakdale and then on the right side of the screen there are some adobe files what you can open and read.) I know that the dress code is SUPER strict and that if we leave the visitation room for any reason that we can't go back in for the day. They have vending machines that we are allowed to take change for, but other than that I doubt there is lunch or anything. We can go get food after we visit, but i wonder what my dad will do if he has to miss his lunch time to visit with us. I guess we'll find out soon enough. Ok, I just wanted to update yall a little. Im not great at this blog thing so bear with me! I will for sure write and let yall know how tomorrow and sunday go! Please pray that we will all have safe trips there and that we will be able to stay awake with no problem. Talk to you soon! </div><br /><br /><div>Matthew 11:28</div><br /><br /><div>Brit</div>Brit86http://www.blogger.com/profile/02611399102143514477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5158275017428215993.post-9079619439659921052011-03-22T17:14:00.001-05:002011-03-22T17:14:57.093-05:00Talked to dad:<strong>I talked to dad today. He said that mom, Britiany, Nanny, Curtis, and I get to come and see him this weekend. We are all very excitedand can't wait to let you know how it went! </strong>kinababbe05http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324381295267385033noreply@blogger.com3