The “system”
by adustyframe ~ September 2nd, 2008The system is broken folks. If you didn’t know that already, I’m sorry to be the one to tell you.
Now, I happen to know that it’s the only system we have and we’re stuck with it for now, but I never cease to be amazed at the things I find out.
Often, I am angered but mostly I am disappointed. I said before that it feels like the white knight fell off his horse. Each time something new happens, another layer of disappointment is added to this experience.
I don’t know what the answer is. I don’t know how to fix it. For now, we’re just in it praying to wade through to the other side and hopefully keep it forever in our past.
A couple of weeks ago in Lee’s meeting with his parole officer, she told him with a laugh, “Yeah, I haven’t even read your file yet.”
I should not be shocked and yet I was. She has been his parole officer for months. She hasn’t read his file? How can this be?
Pastor has asked me multiple times, “What are they basing these decisions on?” Each time I’ve said, “I don’t know.” I’ve also said repeatedly that I can tell that they do not read the court information or other documents we’ve sent them.
I guess my feelings were based in fact. She hasn’t read his file yet. I wonder when she’ll get around to that?
Another thing I have said is that the former parole agents Lee had (two of them) seemed to have a personal agenda in Lee’s case. Lies were presented as fact among other problems we faced.
At this same meeting with Lee, his current parole officer told him something about the office Lee’s case was previously in. It was shocking and confirmed my feeling that someone was “out to get” him. I don’t know that having this information really does anything for Lee. At least I feel that I’m not losing it when I feel this things.
Someone the other day told me, “You know I think God has huge things for you and Lee. Otherwise God wouldn’t allow all this to happen.”
I agree and I’ve said that before. It’s just that when you’re in the middle of it all and so beaten down by the things happening, it’s really hard to be objective about the future.
Please pray for Lee’s parole officer. Pray that God will continue to be at work in our lives. Pray for Lee. He’s feeling very beaten down and discouraged. 
September 2nd, 2008 at 4:29 pm
((((Hugs)))) Praying for all of you, dear friend.
September 2nd, 2008 at 4:32 pm
How often does Lee see her? Is there a standard review process/protecall???? Is there a time table they have to follow? is Lee allowed to ask questions? Can you go to see her together???? Not trying to be nosey….just trying to understand. I have been praying for her….and continue to pray for you all.God Bless, Pam
September 2nd, 2008 at 6:55 pm
She hasn’t read his file? What job does she think she’s doing? How is she supposed to do her job properly if she doesn’t know who she works with? That is frustrating I bet. But the Lord will prevail. Just gotta trust that and trust in Him.
September 2nd, 2008 at 8:49 pm
Wow, she hasn’t even read his file yet. Huh. You guys are in my prayers as always.
September 3rd, 2008 at 4:26 am
Wow. I’m SO sorry you have to go through this. I’m going to have to agree about God having big plans for you. I’m pretty excited to see what they are!!
September 3rd, 2008 at 4:38 am
I think all of our social justice/welfare and education systems are broken spiritually, morally and practically. I will continue to pray for you and Lee and James and will pray for the parole officer, too. How many more years of parole?