Ok everyone. I got home and there was a message on the machine. I got a call from Rissie Owens. She is one of the Board Members. I AM PETRIFIED. I feel like what I say if she even asks questions may make a difference. I had reaquested to speak to them before they made their decision.

I have no idea what is going to happen with this call. Do they ask questions??? Do you think she will schedule a meeting?

I've got to call back tomorrow. My stomach is just turning over and over.

To top it off this Sat is my first contact visit.

Has anyone had phone calls and/or been before the board??
My lawyer called me last week, he was very impressed with the package I put together. He told me he has never put one together that was that good. Of course this could be typical lawyer mumbo jumbo but if he was impressed maybe the board member will be too. It is a woman though. Under the circumstances of the charges maybe she won't have any sympathy. I know they use their little scale thing but Dennis is low on the risk scale.

What do you all think. Sorry about the rambling.
Leslie

I wish I had some advice...but I'll be coming back here to read responses, I'm wondering about the board myself :)

JUST WISH YOU THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!! SHERRON

Thanks Soul and Sherron. I guess you just do the best you can do. I just hope it is for a meeting.
Leslie

Take a big deep breath, and knock their socks off! You can do it!! Frank had two women that he met w/ and he said they were fine. Now go show 'em what ya got!!
CJ

You can do it Leslie!!!!!

Brenda

Yea Leslie - I agree with the others. YOU CAN DO IT!

The only thing that I can offer, is that I was wondering what they asked so I called an older lady whose son has been in and out of prison for most of his life. I asked her if they came to look her place over before he was paroled out to her and she told me no, that someone from the parole board just called her and asked her if he was released would he be residing at that address. Of course when Odie's time comes up they'll probably do some kind of deep background probe on us! I guess every case is different and depends on the people making the decisions, anyway all the best to you. Carla

I made the call. I had asked to talk to them before they made their decision. She was calling me to see what I wanted to say I guess. She asked if I would rather appear in person. I told her I would, so I have an appointment for Dec 5. Oh my. So Now I better start working on what I am going to say. So please say a little prayer that things will work out .


Good thing is tomorrow is my first contact visit. Finally

Leslie

Willow, I can only imagine how nervous you are. I hope your contact visit was a great one. Truly am happy for you. Word of advice. Take a deep breathe and be honest and sincere with the board. We have faith in you that you will succeed. Remember you may physically alone but our spirits are with you. :fb: :dance: :fb:

good luck to you!

Willow I am glad that you are getting to speak on his behalf...Good luck you are in my prayers...when you get a chance I owuld liket o speak to you about the package you put together.

Good Luck on 12/5 and enjoy your contact visit!!!!

First of all I LOVE CONTACT. I have been flying since Sat. There are some nice guards there and they were all giggling. I had my first kiss and hug in over 4 months. IT WAS HEAVEN. We never let go of our hands either. For two whole hours I had his hand in mine or mine in his. It was the best day I've had since July. It is just hard to describe the love that flowed and the feelings we both felt. 2 more weekends and I get to do it again. It really gives you something to look forward too.


Thank you all for your wonderful thoughts. I guess I will take a deep breath and go from there. Knowing that you guys are with me will help spur me on too. The key is if I have a bad morning at work, which is easy these days, that always makes me tougher. Brass ovaries etc. That will be a plus.

You know I just realized that is next week. It is a good thing I am so busy at work. I haven't been dwelling on it and getting all nervous. Our auditors come on Monday, so that will keep me going too. Oh man I am really going to need a vacation for my nervous breakdown.

Amelia I'd be glad to talk or write about the package. I didn't think it was that great but I guess it was ok. It got their attention.

Thank you all again
My love to all of you
Leslie

Leslie,

No Vacation for you, because you are on a roll! When things get a little ugly just "act as if" all is beautiiful. It sounds corny but it does work!

Laura

Willow there are no words to express you two are still feeling. I can't wait for my first contact visit. It has been 14 months since I got a hug or the touch of my honey. Enough of me.. Willow it sounds like keeping busy will help you deal with everything. Just don't forget to take care of yourself. My prayers are with you and yours. Happy Thanksgiving to all the PTO family.

Good luck Willow. I hope all goes well for you and your loved one.

Leslie- one more day to your meeting with the parole board I send a prayer that all goes well for you and yours.......

Willow,

My thoughts and prayers are with you tomorrow. Keep your chin up.

:fb: :fb: :fb:

Leslie, we are ALL hanging on, with hope!

Thank you everyone. I've tried not to think about it. I've been looking for white and gray items, non foiled candy, no metal see through ink pens and plastic jars of sweet pickle relish. I decided that my Christmas present this year was to make someone elses Christmas. I want you all to know this is the best gift I've ever received.

I'm not worried about tomorrow. It is in God's hands and He will be by my side. It is His will not mine. He knows what's in my heart. Besides I've got all of you hanging with us and I found out today that there is a bunch of guys that are going to be hanging with us tomorrow too. I couldn't ask for anything more.

Ok I'm a bit down but it is cuddle weather and the little dog just ain't covering it. Need my big guy here. If you can't laugh you've got nothing.

Thanks all. I'll let you know what happens tomorrow. (Hey I've got my everythings crossed too - no sense in letting anything go undone)

Leslie

GO WILLOW.. we are with you girlfriend. Hey, that little dog is better than no dog :p Keep all of us posted. We will say an extra prayer for you. :wave: :dance: :wave:

Blue, let me tell you the contact visit is undescribable. You tingle all over, it is great. The only problem is you want to touch more than you are allowed. bummer. That vsist was the best day I've had in months. Make sure you spray your favorite perfume on your hands and fingers. That way your guy can go back a smell that and dream good dreams for awhile. You will be floating for days. The whole week after the visit I was a real nice person for a change. I know they wish it would happen every weekend. No more bitchy boss for them <grin>
Leslie

Willow,

Hopefully right this minute you are changing your future. We are all here
thinking and praying for you!

Laura

Willow, i am probally late in my post but I wanted to tell you that I had a call from the parole board too and they put me on a speaker when it came time to vote. They asked me questions, like did I know what this person had done (their crime), how long have I known them, what was I expecting out of the offender if they were released to my home and all. I had told my friend that I had asked to be called and we felt for sure they wouldn't LOL but they did and I just spoke honestly and sincere as I knew how and guess what they were released 45 days later to my home. And after they voted they called me again to tell me they made parole and wanted me to tell my friend they were going to write them and tell them but they knew I was going for a visit so it was awesome. We cried with happiness. So I am sure it will go great it sounds like you have a plan of action and you are willing to put it to work for you. As everyone has said YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!

I went, I saw and I'm hoping like all get out I conquored. It was kind of strange, though. I met with the one board member. She didn't ask any questions, she told me this was my time and she would listen to me and take notes. I didn't want to go in there sounding rehearsed and I didn't want to go in with notes and just read. So I went in with just me.... speaking from my heart. I hit on all the points I wanted and then hit on points from the support letters. Got teary eyed a couple of times, but choked it up and went on. She took notes. Lots of notes. I hope that was a good sign. She really didn't give me any indication as to how she felt. She did shake her head up and down like she was agreeing or understanding and laughed a couple of times. So I'm still clueless. She told me it usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. I was in there for about 45 minutes. I just hope it went well.

Thank you all so much for your encouragement and support. You all really helped me so much. I wasn't nervous while in there, but boy when I came out I just sat in the car and shook and cried a bit. I know it was relief mixed with anxiety.

Thank you all, you guys are the greatest.
Leslie

i wish you all the best...i'm sure you did a great job...you are a strong & articulate woman and you were motivated by love and your faith in what you believe...i wish you all the best. please keep us informed...

emme

Sounds like you did your job just great. I can only imagine your feelings. Hope you know we were there right beside you. Please keep us posted.

You are a very very brave person. I admire your strength and love for your honey.

Take a deep breathe and a hot bath to relax. Willow you have earned it...

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Sounds like you did what you set out to do, without a hitch. That's where you can feel comfortable in you did all you could do.

Great job!! Now, have yourself a warm glass of milk with some freshed grated NUTMEG on it with some soft music and relax in the tub. ~smile~

Willow, Congrats, from reading the posts I too can tell that you are a strong individual (if not u sure got me fooled). Please let us know how your visit with the parole board ended up, hopefully on the UP side. In all our prayers, I'm sure..Carla (Odiesmom) =0)

WILLOW---WISHING YOU AND YOUR HONEY THE BEST--------GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SHERRON

Willow,

Sounds Like you did a super job! I can only imagine how you felt during that 45 minutes. How on earth did you drive home? I bet your mind was racing in a million different directions. My thoughts and prayers are with ya,and hope you find out real soon the outcome!

Laura

WILLOW SORRY I READ THIS POST SO LATE,BUT WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU BOTH