Hello, everyone.  I see that the first task of catching your attention is complete.  Thanks.  Now all I have to do is peak your interest with the limited space I'm given to do so.  With my right hand extended, I say to  you in the most delicate demeanor, " it's a pleasure to meet you." 

     I've been away from home for a long time and I must be honest.  It gets lonely behind these walls.  Now, what must I say to hold on to you?  Well, if you're looking for that " convict" to feed you every line from the book of, " Jail House Drag.", or he who simply feeds you what " he thinks" you want to hear, then I'm the wrong guy for you.  Yes, I'm a convict, but not by choice.  It's only because the misfortunes of a misspent youth;  when I was a boy, I thought like a boy.  I am now a man of intellect.  That, is by choice!  I'm a simple man who is looking for one who will be accepting of a mere, but grand friendship. 

     I, myself self do not like being judged or stereotyped, so you will not receive such from me.  I am a very avid reader to non - fiction books.  For some reason, fiction is a bore;  and I love writing.  I'm fascinated by the paean of a cold stormy night while listening to the sultry voice of, Diana Krall or the sounds of Coltrane.  Rather than being under the scorching sun seeking shade.

      I'm a young man with a very "old soul".  Well, that's what others might say, but I simply credit my father for that.  It's how I was raised.  I'm thankful for it too.  Trust in me that I am not looking for a relationship.  I've learned through experience that the best relationship to keep with one in prison is a friendship.  Romance tends to sour when you finally accept that I am in prison.  I am a single man and for the respect to those husbands, I am not looking for a "sly", bored housewife.  I respect marriage very much.  So....I'd rather be alone than be that one to ruin a marriage. 

     All are welcome to respond.  I will write you back.  Your time deserves my time.  Did I mention that I'm a very shy man?  Indeed so .....this paper has been my "ear" for so many years now and although I may not seem to be shy, I am.  Give me time and I'm sure my shell can crack.  It will.....Well, I'm sure I can go on, but I'll save that for our letters.  I'm sure if I haven't peaked your interest yet, I probably never will.

      I do thank you for your time and hope to get to know a little more about you soon.

       Always, Albert..