On Wednesday, 2008 around 9:45 p.m., my name was called to pack it up. I knew where I was about to head still I asked the officer on duty and he confirmed Jackson State Prison. I wasn't sad, mad, happy, or anything. I had no emotions since my sentencing. I've been numb and ready for this nightmare at the end. Before I left the dorm I said my goodbyes and I love you’s.

I gave all my leftover commissary to a guy named William who's been a dear friend to me while I was there. Mr. Davis gave me one of the most genuine hugs ever and told me he was going to be praying for me. Jay Butler, Haitian T.I., Pinky, and Mark farewell in my Rihanna voice.

I called my mom who almost brought me to tears as she was crying cuz she didn't raise me to be going through this. Her first child, pride and joy, on his way to prison. I'm sorry Mama for all of the pain that I put you through. As we walked to booking to go wait in a holding cell I seen other guys crying cuz they didn't want to go but a lot of other guys seemed to be joyful about it. I was only sentenced to 1 year but some had 20, 40, 10, and life. Wow was all I can say.

Artwork by Glynn B. Cartledge