Help Me Smile. Funny, motivated, accomplished author looking to meet human beings for friendship, conversation and Hope. Born & raised in Baltimore, Maryland, but down and out in Texas. I have a long sentence and am a long way from home. Would love to meet someone to lift my spirits and remind me I do matter. My past is not a pretty one, however, with the changes I've made and continue to make, my future is full of promise, meaning and purpose. Just want to share all of this with anyone that believes that people can change and deserve a chance to prove themselves. I am not proud of why I'm here and am guilty of my crime. I accept full responsibility, accept my punishment and have asked the victim's family for forgiveness. I am willing to explain my past and my crime to anyone looking to share in a long-term, healthy & meaningful friendship, with an honest and driven man. I will be totally transparent and am not a game player. I will offer you complete respect and will not cross any lines. I expect the same in return. Prior to prison, I enjoyed the outdoors in all seasons. I love to camp, fish, crab, hunt, ride motorcycles and BBQ. I also enjoy time at home watching a good action or comedy movie and cooking. I do love the beach and watching sunsets and sundowns. Since being in prison for the last 15 years, I have learned many things about myself and finally matured. I work daily to be the best version of myself as possible. I have discovered I do have feelings and emotions that are real. My glass is half full and not half empty. Now I spend most days writing, designing and creating. I currently have 6 books available on Amazon and have also written 2 others for a dear friend. Exercise, listening to music and cooking are also a part of most days. Not much else to do in here so I have plenty of time for you. To be clear, I am not looking for financial help. My books help me meet my needs. I would just like to meet someone and share encouragement, inspire each other and build a solid friendship. Someone who wants and would appreciate respect. I'm looking to build trust and know someone cares, and I want you to feel the same. So, if you're looking for something/someone real, I'm your guy. *WARNING: Snail mail correspondence goes to Dallas Texas and is scanned into our tablets. We get no paper mail. It's new and takes time. So if my response is slow it's not me ignoring you. I will respond to all immediately! A Securus eMessaging account is free to set up and is next-day delivery. I will close here and eagerly await your response. Help Me Smile. You will not be disappointed. May you have a great day and know you now have someone who will respect and accept the human being you are.