Hello Lisa, David, and Kim Once a year I usually do some pumpkin carvings This Halloween I decided to do a Beat Pumpkin! Have a look, Josh
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Volume 19.40/41 Topics
19.39 Topics 1. I was wrong – Can you tell us of a time you did something wrong? What made it wrong? Was it an action? A conversation? An argument? What? When did you know you were wrong? In whose eyes were you wrong? Did you think you were wrong? Was it easy for you to admit you were wrong or, are you one to never admit such an act? Tell us your thoughts on the topic, have you ever been wrong? 2. I am proud – What and/or who are you proud of? Tell us of that special person that
Continue Reading19.40/42 Editor’s Note
Greetings readers of The Beat Within! Welcome to our latest double issue, 19.39/40, of writing and art from inside juvenile hall and beyond. We are thrilled to share the many-many stories and poems coming out of this fabulous one-of-a-kind issue, from the youngsters we meet each week in our weekly writing workshops, to our BWO contributors from all over the USA. This past Sunday this editor and a few colleagues had the privilege to lead The Beat Within writing workshops inside San Quentin State Prison. Talk about a treat and an unforgettable experience! Thanks to our colleague and friend, Karin
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