This blog was started with the intention of documenting my attempt to try to gain honest employment with the potential to earn at least $50,000 a year. I am a convicted felon who has served 13 months in jail, 52 months in federal prison, and 4 years on probation/parole. My last conviction date was November, 1999, I was release from a Federal Correctional Institution 08/05/2004. I successfully completed 3 years of supervised released with the Federal Probation Office 08/07/2007. I owe $800,000.00 in restitution.

I hope to document the challenges I face and try to help others along the way. Please feel free to e-mail me with stories of your own at riseabove801@gmail.com

Until next time stay strong and stay free!