I have some strong words to say today...
Nevertheless, I continue to pray for the families of those whom I hurt or killed. I am praying for their healing. I have been doing this for many years and so have other Christians.
However, I'm sure that this recent burst of publicity is causing my victims so much anxiety, aggravation, confusion, pain and fear. This is not fair for them, but there's nothing I can do. The news media does what it wants.
I am convinced, too, that for the most part, some members of the media have no real concern for crime victims. To them, these are people to use for a story. There is a clever manipulating of emotions when the media wants a certain reaction and response.
I regret that there is a parole hearing coming up. As I mentioned in yesterday's journal entry, I have made no preparations for it. This is a source of anxiety and aggravation for me also.
What I see coming (and hopefully this will not happen) is a big media circus. I see my victims boiling with rage and suffering needless worry. I also see media outlets inadvertently working to create fear, anger and hysteria, because they have not informed the general public that I am not interested in parole.
Instead, the media, up to this point, has created an impression that I am seeking release. This of course is a falsehood, but it has had the effect of agitating people and making them angry.
The truth is, I am not getting out of prison. I am learning to be content with my present circumstances, and God is using me right where I am.
D.B.
However, I'm sure that this recent burst of publicity is causing my victims so much anxiety, aggravation, confusion, pain and fear. This is not fair for them, but there's nothing I can do. The news media does what it wants.
I am convinced, too, that for the most part, some members of the media have no real concern for crime victims. To them, these are people to use for a story. There is a clever manipulating of emotions when the media wants a certain reaction and response.
I regret that there is a parole hearing coming up. As I mentioned in yesterday's journal entry, I have made no preparations for it. This is a source of anxiety and aggravation for me also.
What I see coming (and hopefully this will not happen) is a big media circus. I see my victims boiling with rage and suffering needless worry. I also see media outlets inadvertently working to create fear, anger and hysteria, because they have not informed the general public that I am not interested in parole.
Instead, the media, up to this point, has created an impression that I am seeking release. This of course is a falsehood, but it has had the effect of agitating people and making them angry.
The truth is, I am not getting out of prison. I am learning to be content with my present circumstances, and God is using me right where I am.
D.B.