Ladies,

Please allow me a few minutes of your time to put a smile on your cute face. :) I've decided for the new year I'm gonna reach out for new friends. Why continue to travel backwards with the same people who forget you when you're not in front of them. I want friends who'll write and carry on a normal conversation. One that doesn't revolve around illegal activity. I'm tired of the prison life. It's time for a change and a brighter future. Would you like to grow with me, give positive advice and make me smile? Are you down to earth, honest and have a good sense of humor? If so read on to learn more about me.

While in prison I've began to turn my life around. I received my GED and now attending college. I'll have my Associate's degree upon release and plan a future in the Chemical Dependency field. I've also completed several self-help groups, parenting, substance abuse, religions and business classes. I'm the only one who can change myself.

My goal is to help others so they don't have to travel this lonely road. People shouldn't have to feel it's them against the world. Everyone needs one friend they can trust. Will you be that person?

I'm from Binghamton, NY, that's where most of my family lives. I've worked for the same construction company for 14 years along with my own part time business. I'm reliable, dependable and know how to get a job done. I'm not lazy!

I enjoy adventure, going on vacation and doing the extreme. Bungy jumping, racing cars & motorcycles (street racing) are a few. My next adventure is jumping out of a plan. YES with a parachute. :) See you have a nice smile! What're some extreme activities you've done?

My biggest hobbies are drawing and doing tattoos at a friend's shop. I draw from my heart so each piece is special for that person. I also draw a lot of tribal art because it's complicated and I enjoy the challenge. What're some things I could draw you or your children?

My list of music is long but there's a few depending on my mood. Steve Miller, Kid Rock, Pink Floyd, Eagles, Garth Brooks, Hank Williams, Jr. Peter Frampton, Led Zepplin, Motley Crue. What do you listen to?

Before I close please note I'm not writing for personal gain. I'm financially stable. I'm interested in a friend who'll write, send photos and share smiles. :) Honesty is a must.

I hope this letter is of interest to you and you'll take time to write. I'd enjoy the mail and company. Let's begin the New Year with a new friendship and maybe more one day. It starts with one letter and hearing my name at mail call.