I didnt want to go to my P.O Box today but I did, and thats when i got the letter from Charles. He has a date set for November 18th next month, I was suppose to go see him at the end of this month and now he wants me to come on the 15th and 16th and my boss cant give me those dates off. I just started at my job two weeks ago. I am so upset i dont know what to do. Im am just feeling so sick.
I know Charles would welcome any words of encouragement his address is

Charles dean Hood
TDC#982
Polunsky Unit
3872 FM 350 South
Livingston, Texas 77351

awwww dana, don't give up hope honey. A date doesn't mean there isn't hope.
I know how hard this is for both of you (believe me I know) but don't let this eat you up inside, take every moment you have together and treasure it.
When Tracy got a date we just spent every moment we could caring for each other. We didn't focus on the date, we never lost hope that he would recieve a stay.

Hope and faith is all we have to hold on.

Like I said spend your time with him caring for him. I wish I could tell you it will be ok, but I can't tell you that. But I can tell you that you being in his life has been a blessing for you and a blessing for him.

Don't focus on the date ( I know that is hard) but try and focus on your friendship and what it means to both of you.

Honey if you need a shoulder or anything I am only a pm away.

softie

Softie said it all! She has certainly been there for me! You can also PM me if you would like to talk to someone. My hunny is on DR also. Hang in there! Make the most of it.
T--

BIG HUGS TO YOU !!! I am so sorry about your news. It saddens me :(

Like Softheart said...don't give up hope...

Try to stay strong...

Dana ~ I agree with softheart completely. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Charles.

Thinking of you,
Patty

Thank you for all your kind words. It means alot. I cant tell you how much. I just took some benedryll to go to sleep, hopefully it will help, I need to escape this pain in my chest.

I am so sorry about this awful news. All my thoughts and prayers are with you both.

I am so sorry! But like the others said don't give up hope!

You and Charles are in my prayers!

I'm sorry to hear this. Like everyone has said... dont give up hope, and hang in there. I have the two of you in my prayers also.

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My prayers are with you both. We all know that this can happen but I can't even begin to imagine the pain that comes when it eventualy does.Remember that this may well have happened even without you in his life to love and care for him. Try and concentrate on that. Try and talk to your boss if you feel able as we all know you are not going to be able to function at work around this time anyway.If he/she has any compassion they will work it out with you. At times like these we feel we are being crushed so just take the best care of yourself that you can and I wish you both peace and strength.

Skyblue

It was brought to my attention that Charle's does not seem to be appearing on any list, so maybe there was a mistake, I do not know, But I do know a death warrant has been signed as of two weeks ago..They rarely do two executions on the same day, but it wouldnt suprise me if there is one as we know Texas is a stone cold killer. But if I hear anything I will be sure to post, Im just going by what Charle's has told me.
But he would definately appreciate any words of kindness and encouragement.

Dana-
My thoughts are with you hon, I am sending a card and letter to him tomorrow.

Stay strong honey, don't give up and take up these ladies offers to talk - it will help you. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to PM me also.

Dana,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and him... We are here for you. I know you have been offered this tons. If you need to vent scream cry whatever. Please feel free to pm me anytime...
I will send a card to him tommorow.

Take care of yourself and stay strong.
Maureen

and you know im here for you if you ever need to talk. i know it will be hard, but Prayer changes things. Theres nothing God cant do. just talk to him about it and he will help you remain strong. in the meantime im just a yahoo instant message away if you need me.... ((((hugs))))

I have been trying to get in touch with his lawyer all day, cant. Trying to find out anything i can. Plus Im breaking out in to rahes all over my stomache, I sure hope its not hives.
I got a letter today saying his Commissionary card, to buy things is no good, he has to get in contact with Huntsville, to straighten out the matter, to get a new card i guess, he is upset he needs that card to get stamps to write me and home, and to have to deal with this BS is upsetting him.

Oh honey, stay strong! :(

Dana
Please know that you and Charles are in the thoughts and hearts of many....I know no words can make up for what you are feeling and going through and I just want to say be kind to yourself right now - you are going through something most people will never have to come close to experiencing. I actually came across Charles on a website and thought he seemed such a lovely guy. I will happily send him a card tomorrow. Much love to you both.

aw Dana I am so sorry. I don't even know what else to say because I start to cry each time I think of the situation you are in. I love what softheart said... I know however long any of us has in this life, what really makes it worth anything is to have been loved. He has been loved. You make a very large part of his life worth something to him. Thank you for your loving heart.

I never did Talk about Charles, and what he means to me, You are right Liltoomean Charles is a wonderful person. He believes in the lord, always talks of the lord. Charles is the type of person who cares about others well being before his own. He is a great artist he has done my signature below- he has sold some of his paintings in art shows and whatever money he gets he sends to his family to help out. He always has something posotive to say when everything else seems bleak.
He still has some hope that things will turn around for him, he knows he is innocent as so do I.
Charles always leaves me something special in his letters it may be a package of cappacino or a candy bar. And words of encouragement and love.
Just thinking about having him no longer in my day to day life saddens me, to know I will go to my mail box and there will be nothing there one day. I live so far away, but were so close. We have just begun our journey together and it seems like its coming to a near end.

Dana...
my heart aches for you.
Be strong and know that we are all here for you.
((((hugs))))

I am so sorry to hear about your situation. Hang in there and stay strong. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Aw honey , I am so sorry. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. Try to talk to your boss and explain how important these days are, to you both. God bless.....try to rest, but stay as strong as you can. Love to both of you!

All you people are so wonderful, you really are

(((((((((( hugs )))))))))))

Softie has said more than I ever could.... too choked up behind the tears.....

JJT

Dana, you said you feel like your journey has only just begun together and now it seems it's going to end. I believe you will continue this special journey together no matter where either of you are - there are no boundaries to love and to true connections. I have two friends on d/row and know I may have to deal with what you are going through too one day.....all I know is that I will be eternally grateful for the love, laughs and wisdom of my friends and be happy and grateful I had a chance to connect with such lovely people.....
Getting my card written to Charles now :-)
Take care, keep strong

I pray a stay comes through!

I'm here for you, God Bless.Don't go down without a fight.God moves in mysterious ways..((HUGS))

I just wanted to let you know Charles has started receiving some of the cards and he is so greatful..he says thank you.
I have been on every upcoming execution list and he is not on it, I dont know what to think. There was one that was just updated on the 27th and he isnt on it. I know that his death warrant has been signed. I will keep you updated and if anyone finds out anything please let me know.

I would take off work anyway and go see him no matter what.
They can just understand or get over it.God Bless you hun.
Be strong <<hugs>>>

Hang in there, Dana. The weeks leading up to an execution are hard... very hard. My friend has an execution date the day before Charles, so I'm right there with you girl. It's tough... and dealing with the execution is almost unbearable. But keep your chin up. He needs you right now. If you need to talk, you can always PM me. I'm always here for you, as is everyone else here.

...for what the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the Master calls a butterfly."
I forget who said that. I am in awe of your courage

May God bless you both in the time ahead. I live near the Livingston unit thus, I am continually reminded of man's inhumanity to man by the announcements of Texas' latest murder in the name of justice. The man I love is awaiting appeals in Arizona and the moments you are facing are my greatest fear. I admire you for your devotion to a friend and your strength. If there is anything I could possibly do to make it easier for either of you please ask. I will send a letter out tonight to Charles.

Is he really being executed today? I can't find any information about he being executed...and he is in Texas? Troy Kunkle is going to be executed today, do they really do that murder twice a day? That's sad if that's so...:(

Susan

you and Charles are in my prayers..

my heart is tearing.....

you are a very brave and loving woman!!!

i will put charles on my roommates churches prayer list...

don't give up hope..i am picturing him staying alive and well with you!!!!
francis

Thinking of you and sending you lots of angels to give you the strength to deal with this awful time, keep your chin up

hugs to you both in your time of need