Today is another day down and its another day closer to being free. Its alot of things that I wish I could do and its things that I plan on doing when I am free. One of the main things thats been on my mind is being a better father. I havent talked to my kids in so long and havent seen them in what feels like years. Im only 31 and being a father at thing point in their lives is hard. Its hard mainly because of the distance and because of the lack of communication. I know that my kids love me and I hope that when they get older they dont have any hatred towards me for being away for so long and missing out on so much. Another thing that I wish Ill be able to do is to love and be loved unconditionally. I want to get married, and have a family of my own Insha Allah!!! When I came to prison I knew deep in my heart that the relationship that I was in wasnt going to last long. Its all my fault and I just wish the best for her at this point. I have to move forward in a positive light and I have to pursue my happiness as well. At this point in my incarceration I dont have anyone that I can call or talk to or share things with or just be there when I need them to be. I have a huge family on my mothers side and my fathes side but its as if I have no family at all. I just want to be accepted, forgiven, and believed in!! Is that too much to ask for???? Be safe out there and have patience and stay watchful!!!!

Da’Von Joshua Motley Sr. (Abdul-Haleem Raqeeb)
ODRC #707-119
Allen Correctional Institution
P.O. Box 4501
Lima, OH 45802