The concept of the career crim, is still alive and kicking.
27/3/2019
A mate went home today
They call him The Levitator
Andf my name being what it is
They call me The Navigator
The ‘Gator’ and the ‘Tator’
He’s a metal head
And I’m a punk
So we can agree
On loud guitars
And pounding drums
A career crim
He’s done hard time
In and out for years
But he says this time
Will be different
I ask him where
He sees himself in five years
And now he’s talking
About jobs and saving
For a decent car
For a decent life
Forever
So wish him luck
He’s better than this place
A son unique
And an experiment
In brain washing convicts
In to going straight
And making a better life
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The Levitator was in and out a few times during my stay, probably one of the best mates I made on the inside. I’m not really sure why but I always felt compelled to instill some drive towards a better life than in and out of jail, especially in friends. He’s probably back in jail right now but maybe in time will find a better path.
The recidivism rate in Australia is probably better than many countries but I’ve seen many repeat offenders throwing their lives away. I feel that I did my part to help the situation in a few inmates but the responsibly really ends with the government and jail management.
The concept of the career crim, is still alive and kicking.
Bravo! Great story, beautifully told! ❤ Wherever we are we can help each other! Have a great day, Christo!
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Thanks Cheryl, it can only be a good thing to habitually help others, I believe in a common sense definition of karma, the positive energy we put into the world comes back to us twofold. All the best:)
-Christo
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Superbly evoked poetry!
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