ADVICE

Hello Family,

On Tuesday, November 9, I will be speaking before the Richmond City Council on behalf of several organizations petitioning for the council to adopt an active roll in ending Mass Incarceration. My life has been dedicated to speaking on issues as well as writing about them. It seems that every time I have to speak before people and talk about my experience as a mother of a son who is currently serving a 13 year sentence, I get nervous and almost do not want to speak. My fear is that I will break down. Even though I usually get through it without totally losing it. I always have this anxiety. This time, my testimony has to be flawless and I must make sure I stay on top of the issues. I am not only speaking as a mother but as a citizen of this city where we have individuals serving 10 years for larceny of cell phones because it cost over 200 dollars which makes it a felony.

My plan is to write everything down. Read it several times. Time it because I only have one minute. Any advice any of you can offer would be great. I am also wanting to make sure the content of what I say leans more toward rational than emotional because some people the council only respond to statistics.

Light and Love,

Jenise Brown

Mother of Christopher Ryan Brown #1009883

Thanks everyone for your support. When I joined M.I.S.S. I did not know what to expect. I am not one to join groups in general. My experience lends caution to underlying intent of purpose. I have to say each time I dare to share my feelings with you, someone invariably penetrates the wall I have created that most often renders me alone. I have been comforted in the responses I've received since joining and the joy I get sending out cards to our incarcerated loved ones. Today, I find myself perplexed by a notice warning of unapproved solicitation on the M.I.S.S. website. I dare think it is referring to my call for an ear and a heart that could lend a word to mine. If I am the culprit of its origin( no direct contact has been made so I may speak out of turn) then, I have totally misunderstood the founders intent in the stated goals and objectives. If I am not the culprit then, I hope the organization will contact the individual directly. It could be a misunderstanding that does not require removal from membership.
Light and Love To All,
Jenise Brown Mother of Christopher Ryan Brown #1009883

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Wanda November 25, 2015 at 10:13pm

Good luck
Jenise Brown November 9, 2015 at 3:37pm

Thanks Kate and Mary. I appreciate you taking the time to set me straight. Tonight is the night. City Council convenes at 6. I am ready.
Jenise Brown November 6, 2015 at 12:58pm

Thanks everyone for your support. When I joined M.I.S.S. I did not know what to expect. I am not one to join groups in general. My experience lends caution to underlying intent of purpose. I have to say each time I dare to share my feelings with you, someone invariably penetrates the wall I have created that most often renders me alone. I have been comforted in the responses I've received since joining and the joy I get sending out cards to our incarcerated loved ones. Today, I find myself perplexed by a notice warning of unapproved solicitation on the M.I.S.S. website. I dare think it is referring to my call for an ear and a heart that could lend a word to mine. If I am the culprit of its origin( no direct contact has been made so I may speak out of turn) then, I have totally misunderstood the founders intent in the stated goals and objectives. If I am not the culprit then, I hope the organization will contact the individual directly. It could be a misunderstanding that does not require removal from membership.
Light and Love To All,
Jenise Brown Mother of Christopher Ryan Brown #1009883
Tammy Romano November 5, 2015 at 8:55pm

Jenise I just did a radio show it was a 1/2 hour long. I was felling the same. And mine was over the phone I cried and I told keven the gentalman I was speaking to this I know I will cry he told me don't be ashamed it's human you are passionit about this be yourself and you will do great. Say what you feel writing it down will help to stay on track. Good luck and I'm praying for you
Jenise Brown November 5, 2015 at 6:36pm

Thanks Mary. I will definitely have some herbal tea. I find it soothing for so many levels. I will have support and prayers are most welcome. I extend them to you and your family as well.

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