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Anthony Natividad

Hello. Thanks for giving these few lines a little of your time and the chance to interest you, hopefully, in getting better acquainted. I'm a 33 year old Mexican with brown eyes and hair- I stand 5'11" and weigh 195 lbs and have a muscular build. I am currently serving a life sentence with the possibility of parole, and as the years come and go, so do friends and loved ones. The latter usually just go. Friends are few in my life and at times I can go for months without a letter from the outside. I am not saying these things to induce pity. I'm merely enlightening you on the difficulty on doing time without friends to lighten your day. I am very interested in making new friends to share my life with and hopefully bring some happiness to their lives as well. I am also open to finding a special woman to be a little more intimate with. Once again thanks for stopping by. I realize that this is short and gives you little insight into the man is behind the pen but, rest assured, with time and a few letters conversation will be more fluid and interesting. I hope to hear from you soon.

Anthony Natividad #E89203
Pelican Bay State Prison C9-210
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Joseph A. Nava

Available, one large heart, slightly damaged but warm, friendly and loving. This ideal heart is found in the body of a shy, adventurous, 5' 9", physically fit, slim 25 year old gentle person with brown eyes and dark hair. The woman I'm seeking must be open minded, gentle, sincere and fun, but serious about friendship. Age, race, and looks are not important. What matters is a pretty and unique personality. I enjoy meeting interesting, perspicacious ladies and having fun. Before I close this brief introduction, I'd like to say that I hope it has captured your interest and that I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you.

Joseph A. Nava #P78208
Pelican Bay State Prison A5-119
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Romulo Nava Jr.

10/14/09

Dear reader,
Please allow me a few minutes of your time and attention to fully introduce and describe my persona to all of you big writers out there., wishing to correspond with someone like myself, who is currently deprived of liberty.
My name is Romulo Nava Jr. I am 27 years old. I am 6’1” and weigh 198 lbs. I have a bald head, clean shave , brown eyes and in good shape. I was born and raised in south central Los Angeles. I enjoy reading, writing and working out. I like to read conspiracy books, fiction and non-fiction. I’m also into music of all kinds, from oldies, rap, Mexican regional to rock en espanol and much more. I’m open minded to all kinds of conversation and questions the writer may ask. I’m searching for friends who are from all over the world. I like to learn from different lifestyles and hopefully get to know good people with big hearts and a good mind to communicate with. I like to think of myself as an intelligent person, fun to hang around with, always laughing with a good sense of humor.
Being in prison, I have learned a lot and lost communication with a lot of family and friends. It would be nice to start all over with this pen pal service. Don’t be shy, speak your mind. I’m a straight up guy, I don’t tell lies or stories. I believe in truth and loyalty.
Well dear reader, I will cut this bio into a short one for now. Thank you for your time and attention and I hope to hear soon from all of you out there.
Much love and respect,

Romulo Nava Jr. #V70978
Pelican Bay State Prison B5-107
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Salvador Negrete

08/31/09

Lovable person serving time, seeking a female to enlighten my days. There’s no need to worry, I won’t bite. I’m only looking for love, I’m only needing a friend. Pick up that paper, pick up that pen. Be my reason for joy, be my happiness.
I’ll be waiting, waiting just for you.

Salvador Negrete #P49458
Pelican Bay State Prison B7-122
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95531

Roger Neufeld

Good day to you and those around you. Hopefully life is treating you and yours well.

I am writing you in hopes of finding a pen pal. I've been cut off from the world for a few years now and just looking for some friendly conversation with anyone who wishes to share. I have many likes and interests from sports, different kinds of music, books, movies and appreciating different cultures. It would be very grateful if you would consider me for I'm a good-hearted individual stuck in this man-made hell.

Roger Neufeld #T42092
Pelican Bay State Prison C6-219 (SHU)
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, C.A,
95532

Mark New

First of all I would like to say that I am looking for a solid female friend to share some realness with. I am a very down to earth and straight forward man. I love to travel around the world, I like to read and write and work out. I am 35 years old and from Berkeley, California. I have a great deal of respect for real women and also don’t mind being there for a woman’s emotional thoughts, on any level.
Have a blessed day.

Mark New #H27657
Pelican Bay State Prison B7-113L
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Cesar Nolasco

I am currently housed in the SHU under an indeterminate status. Perhaps you already know the way we have to live here - no contact with another human being for 24 hours a day. But no matter what, many of us here strive for education, and educate ourselves as much as possible. I mainly try and get my hands on books that help me understand different aspects of life and the meaning of different cultures because, through it all, I find all human beings to have much in common, disregarding color and race. I disregard these two things because an individual becomes himself from what he is able to understand and whether he accepts it or not, and what he chooses to do is based on the knowledge he acquires.

In reading, I try to stick to non-fiction, keeping with an open mind, but here and there I'll read a novel. I have also been trying to learn about the law to know my rights, since much of the time many of us end up being convicted mainly because we have no knowledge to be able to defend ourselves according to the law. Especially in these times, many of our lives are taken like a game to the system. I also spend some of my time drawing, throughout my years doing time I've got pretty good at it. I try to draw a little bit of everything, just being creative.

Cesar Nolasco #K77183
Pelican Bay State Prison C11-209
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, C.A.
95531

Arturo Novoa

I'm a 30-year-old man who's in search of someone special to correspond with. I was born on the 27th of November,1973, and am incarcerated for committing robbery. I'm self-educated and thrilled to know that there are people who care for the unfortunate souls who are being deprived of their freedom. I enjoy a variety of things in this world. What I desire and crave is a smart, kind, sincere, honest and loveable woman who won't mind sharing letters with me in order to explore each other's world. I'm a very healthy person who does not drink, smoke or do any drugs. If you think you're the one, I'll be expecting your letter. Please feel free to ask or say what's on your mind.

Arturo Novoa #H36554
Pelican Bay State Prison C3-114
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Michael R. Obiacoro

I'm a 25-year-old Mexican/Philipino. I'm seeking someone special to get to know and become friends with. Single women between the ages of 30 and 40, mature, down to earth, that have good conversation and enjoy writing. Ethnicity is not an issue. I'm currently serving a short term here in the Pelican Bay S.H.U and would just like to get to know some of you out there. Pictures are also available. Feel free to ask any questions. I hope to hear from you soon.

Michael R. Obiacoro #P81242
Pelican Bay State Prison C5-114 L
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Henry Olivas

I am 29 years old in my thirteenth year of incarceration. You might say I am outgoing and enjoy life & even behind these walls. We all have a life to live and I'm just living mine. I can't sit here and say I'm lonely, but the opportunities to meet new faces from beyond these walls is non-existent. I love to hear about others and what their life is about. The places you go and the things you do are fascinating to me. It's a change of pace.

Over the years, the friends I've had have gone their separate ways but one doesn't forget a real friend. I just understand that their lives and responsibilities continue and if it's meant to be we shall meet again, because I am here for as long as these concrete walls continue to stand. So I write these thoughts in hopes to meet a friend to share a day, a week, a year, for as long as you can keep up. I am here.

My interests are many as any young man's would be. I spend my days exercising, reading and drawing, trying to expand myself mentally, physically and spiritually. I grew up in sunny San Diego, the eldest of three brothers. And even though I am incarcerated, I am hopeful for the future.

I wonder if there's a friend out there that wants to share their thoughts with me. Until then, many thanks to all those who browse this site. Nobody wants to be alone and we are no different. We have just made mistakes and made poor decisions, but I believe I still have good to give because my heart is good, it just took a while to realize it.

Henry Olivas #J11609
Pelican Bay State Prison B7-232
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, C.A.
95532

Benjamin Oliver

I am 46 years old, 6”3 in height and 205 lbs. My skin is the color of a snickers bar. I enjoy reading and playing chess pinochle. I am doing a five year sentence at 80% for shop lifting, thanks to the Three Strike law.

Benjamin Oliver #D04316
Pelican Bay State Prison B8-128
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Gabriel Ontiveros

09/22/09

I am searching for someone to create a friendship with, someone I can share a few thoughts and ideas with as well as be an open ear for one to express what’s on their mind with the possibility of learning something new by gaining from the wisdom of others, while starting a friendship that can be built upon. If you are looking for the same thing, you found it!
I am a good humored and positive person who enjoys the art of communication, understanding that it is a gift one person can pass onto another. A few hobbies I enjoy are drawing (or at least many attempts!), exercising (a li’l bit) and reading a good book, either poetry, biographies or a novel, searching the pages for some sort of adventure to release my mind for a while.
If you feel you may be interested in spending a little time exchanging a couple of words to get to now each other, please pick up a pen and let me know what’s on your mind. Until then….

Gabriel Ontiveros #T49652
Pelican Bay State Prison C6-211 (SHU)
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Ricky Oregel

I am Tolteca Indian and Spanish, so that makes me a Mexican. I'm 5' 8" tall and weigh 198 lbs., with brown eyes. I was raised in East L.A.., California. I love sports and I work out to stay in shape and feel good.
I enjoy reading all kinds of books and poetry. I'm spiritual, but not religious. I have an open mind and a great sense of humor. I take life seriously and am grateful for everything. I'm easy going and have
principals based on respect. I am straight and respect everyone's preferences. Who am I to judge? There will be a response to all letters. All I wish is to get to know you and maybe become good friends. All your questions will be answered as honestly a possible.

Ricky Oregel #E80513
Pelican Bay State Prison
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Eddie Ortega

I'm an artist, interested in sharing idea and tips on art. I use a tiny brush made of a broom and a pencil rolled up in piece of cloth. Sometimes I add a bit of black in to bring out the oulines. Colors come from M&Ms, cool-aid and coffee, plus the front covers of magazines. I can draw anything from cartoon characters to flowers, animals, and cultural collages. I'm look for more challanging subjects, such as landscapes. I'm originally from Irapuato, Mexico, but was raised in San Miguel de Allende, in the same state of Guianajuato.

I'm 36 years old,and enjoy reading philosophy, Greek mythology - pretty much anything that catches my attention, including world history, psychology and math. I started teaching myself to draw 6 years ago. I also started teaching myself Italian about 2 1/2 years ago and ASL too, but it was disallowed here, though it's a very fascinating subject. I LOVE music - the core, I believe, of our souls. I love learning and I love communicating. I hope to hear from you soon..

Eddie Ortega #J09310
Pelican Bay State Prison D10-107
PO Box 7500,
Crescent City, CA
95532

Nick Ortega

Thank you for taking this moment to read my profile. I am a 36 year old Mexican out of Southern California in search of a pen pal. I have been away form my family for 15 years and I finally get to go home to Orange County in 2009.
I am single and really hoping to make new friends before I leave. True friendships are valuable to me and I plan to keep them as long as possible. I’ve taken advantage of my situation and got a college degree to better my chances once I get out. Hopefully you can stop by and we can begin to get to know each other with time, you won’t regret it!

Nick Ortega #J68999
Pelican Bay State Prison C8-119
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Moses Osuna

Hi. I'm a 28-year-old Mexican man, especially interested in history, languages, cultures and chess. These don't have to be your interests though. I'd be happy to dialogue with anyone interested in corresponding no matter what your creed, ideological orientation, gender or class. Friendship is what matters to me most.

Moses Osuna #J5168
Pelican Bay State Prison D6-104 (SHU)
PO Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Fernando Ovalle

I am a 38 year old Mexican from Santa Ana, California. I’m 5”7 and 170 lbs.
I’m seeking someone to correspond with as a friend. Age and religion does not matter. I am just seeking someone willing to listen, who understands a situation like mine, or just someone willing to open up and correspond with as a friend. Male or female is fine. I have many interests and am open to many things and issues.

Fernando Ovalle #H27185
Pelican Bay State Prison C6-203
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Alex Gomez Palicios

I am 37 years old, born in Torreon, Mexico, and raised in Los Angeles. I don't look my age, but I am very mature, open-minded and understanding. I am caring, loyal, trustworthy, and respectful. I can be funny too sometimes. I'm 5'7”, 190 lbs, all muscle. Big arms and big chest. My goals ultimate goal is to build up my own business; and I'll do whatever it takes to accomplish that dream. But for now I should just keep on trusting in God and have faith in my dreams. After all, it's never to late for nothing, huh? Anyway, enough of me. Feel free to ask me any and everything you wish. Here are a few things I would like to ask you also, ok? What do you like? What ae your views about life, or about the things that matter to you? Anyway sorry for this short but sporty letter. If you could send me a picture of you that would be good , but don't trip. Whoever you might be is good with me. Just be over 22.

Alex Gomez Palicios #09671
Pelican Bay State Prison H9
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95531

Marcus Parks

09/22/09

Hello, my name is Marcus Parks but everyone calls me slim. It’s a childhood name I got from my grandma. I am 29 years old and I enjoy playing basket ball and listening to music. I’m also into meeting new people and trying new things, like this pen pal thing for instance.
Hopefully I’ve said enough to stimulate some sort of interest in myself. If I have, talk to me and I will talk back.

Have a productive day,

Marcus Parks #P69735
Pelican Bay State Prison A5-117
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Chad Parras

My name is Chad Parras, I’m 36 years old, I’m white and I'm currently incarcerated at Pelican Bay State Prison.
I'm in dire need of a pen pal. I have a good sense of humor, and love to laugh; life is too short to be otherwise.
All I ask for in a pen pal is someone with a good sense of humor also. Interests are: I’m a total animal lover, like trucks, motorcycles (Harley Davidson) good music etc… so if you can help thank you.

Chad Parras #k84832
Pelican Bay State Prison MFI-A211L
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Earlie L. Paton

I'm a 49-year-old black man – a nonviolent 3-striker. As things stand, I'm in for life. But I'm hoping the bill on the upcoming November ballot concerning the re sentencing of nonviolent 3-strikers will have me out of here in 2005.

I'm 6'1” tall, bald-headed and brown-eyed with a salt-and-pepper moustache. More importantly, I'm a Christian, though a non-orthodox one, with studies in Esoteric Science, world religion, philosophy and psychology. I am a caring person and honest. The truth is a must for me. I'm also open-minded and nonjudgmental, with gentleness and sensitivity.

During the last eight years of my incarceration I've lost both my mother and father and don't have a continuing correspondence with anyone. It's something I miss greatly, and would greatly enjoy.

Earlie L. Paton #P39370
Pelican Bay State Prison A7-129
PO Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Felix Paz

I'm a 40-year-old Raza/Mexican American, originally from Napa Valley in northern California but living in Lodi and Sacramento for the last 10 years. Currently, I'm serving a 4 year, 8 month sentence in Pelican Bay's SHU for drug sales. Although I do have family out there in the free world, for some reason they do not reach out and respond to my cries for moral support.

While I do not have a life sentence like most around me, I have been here since January, 2002. Every time the officer walks through the unit with mail I hope one of my family members has finally answered one of my many letters. They never do.

I'm a decent human being who needs a caring decent friend to correspond with. It would give me great happiness to hear from you.

Felix Paz #T33992
PO Box 7500 C3 A202
Pelican Bay State Prison
Crescent City, CA
95532

Giovanni Pedraza

I am a 40 year old man, doing life under the Three Strike Law. I’ve been down since 1995, 13 years now. I am 6”1, tall Mexican, about 215 lbs. Looking for a nice lady just to correspond with, in hopes she will welcome a stranger at her doorstep. I love all women of the world and nationality does not matter. I’m looking for a respectful lady who can just have a little time for some intellectual conversation. With that in mind, I will exit as I opened.

Giovanni Pedraza #K36590
Pelican Bay State Prison A8-122
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Leonardo Peralez

I'm a 27-year-old Mexican man from Lynwood, California. I have been in solitary confinement for about 3 years and I don't have much contact with the outside world. My intentions are to welcome anyone for conversation, and an exchange of thoughts about our two worlds. I am into all topics and, yes, I am "open" to all topics of conversation. I am currently enrolled in school, taking correspondence courses. I am leaning towards better educating myself so that I am prepared with the proper tools to survive once I parole to the more fast moving world. Whenever I find time to draw, I do so, and I like to read as well. I'm looking forward to making new friends.

Leonardo Peralez #P16219
Pelican Bay State Prison D5 211
PO Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Andrew Peralta

09/22/09

Hello. My name is Andrew Peralta. I am 40 years old and looking to correspond with anyone who likes to gab and toss ideas around. I’m short to the house, like 4 years. Anyways, I need to start adjusting to outside conversation so I thought I’d send my information out in cyberspace. Hopefully someone can help me adjust.

Respectfully,

Andrew Peralta #D89667
Pelican Bay State Prison C1-112
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Antonio Perez

First and foremost I welcome you and extend my regards to hose of you who have logged onto my Ad.
I am a very easy going, intelligent and energetic Mexican American who is seeking correspondence with a good hearted, fun, spontaneous and open minded person who is seriously interested in developing a friendship through the mail.
I am seeking a woman who is not afraid to let her hair down. Age and race are not important, as I enthusiastically welcome anybody who writes.
My date of birth is 11/25/84, I am a lifer and I’m from Val Verde California. So if you like what you read please fell free to write me.

Antonio Perez #V183219
Pelican Bay State Prison C7-111 (SHU)
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

James M. Perez

I've been down since 1978 and I've been here in Pelican Bay;s S.H.U. since it was opened 14 years ago. Through the years I've lost most contact with the free world. I am single and have 2 grown daughters who I hear from three times a year. I am looking for friendship (long lasting, hopefully) - just a long distance hug now and then just to know that someone out there cares. Age ,race, gender is no problem; I will answer all. A self addressed embossed envelope will be helpful (regular stamps or regular stamped envelopes not allowed). A photo is most welcomed, but not needed. I will answer all mail and all questions.
Honesty is a must.

James M. Perez #B48186
Pelican Bay State Prison C5-111
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

Donnie Phillips

09/22/09

I am excited about finally being on this pen pal site with this great chance to share all the positivity I have acquired.
Pelican Bay along with College Professor’s from all over have taught various courses on positive philosophy and argumentation, rhetoric as well as grammar “elegant and prose style”, however…. Having no one to correspond with is a bit of a waste and stagnation.
Of course I can draw and compose poetry and with high experience on most matters of the heart and the urban mind.

Donnie Phillips #E37206
Pelican Bay State Prison D10-220
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Sean D Phillips

I’m a 37 year old African/American man currently serving a 34 year sentence. I am intelligent, understanding, confident individual with a healthy sense of humor and a down to earth personality and outlook on life. I am 6” tall, 198 lbs, well proportioned with dark brown eyes and a light brown skin tone. I enjoy music, reading, playing chess, working out and trying to develop drawing skills in my leisure time.
I’m hoping to find a vibrant, sincere and understanding woman who is intelligent, down to earth with a beautiful personality and a good sense of humor. They say, “once you lose your sense of humor, your spirit is destroyed”. That’s why it is important to have and find good friendships. If you’re ready to encounter a new friendship, and willing to explore the deeper possibilities if such a connection should develop, then please create the opportunity for both of us to establish and find that someone who can stimulate and keep our spirits up and alive.
Hopefully my quest for friendship catches your attention.

Sincerely

Sean D Phillips #D74275
Pelican Bay State Prison A5-222
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95531

Pablo Pina

I've been in the SHU about 20 years and I'm doing life. I'm an artist and I'm fairly good at it; I'd like to hook up with someone who is also into that kind of craft or hobby, or just likes art. Another thing I'm interested in is history and all cultures. Right now I'm studying Asia, China, Korea, Vietnam and Japan, and would like to hook up with anyone with similar interests, or anyone from one of those cultures. Because I'm a lifer, I'm not looking for anything too serious, just looking to exchange thoughts and cultural differences and to pass the time.

Pablo Pina #D28079
Pelican Bay State Prison SHU D9-223
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95531

Eric Pritchard

09/22/09

Greetings and salutations!
My name is Eric and I am 28 years old. I am hoping that this service will help me find some new friends whom I can share my journey of prison life with.
I have been in prison since 1998, yes, I was only 16 then. I was arrested when I was 14 years old and it goes without saying that my past has had many tragedies. Fortunately I am far from the person I was then, today!
As we all know, life is hard and sometimes we fall, but it’s how we get up that counts. I believe everyone needs something in their lives that will help bring them pleasure, it is my hope that our friendship will become that pleasure., and our letters will give us both something to look forward to.
I ma very open minded and have a great personality along with many hobbies; drawing, reading, exercising and writing being a few, but my true calling is writing. I am financially stable, do have my GED and am awaiting college enrollment. It is my greatest hope that I will become the author of my own novel.
I enjoy meeting new people because there is so much in life I have not seen, but hope that within time I will get to see through your eyes.
I know there must be many questions on your mind so I can only say, if you gave me the opportunity I would gladly answer everyone, and though looks are of no importance to me I would be glad to see a picture of you and return one of myself to you.
So, if you would like a Prison Pen Pal, write me at:

Eric Pritchard #K78061
Pelican Bay State Prison C12-114 (SHU)
PO Box 7500
Crescent City CA
95532

Alphonso R. Puerto

I was living in Los Angeles and pretty soon, I'll be there again. I'm 33 years old, 5'9” and weigh 175. I have black hair and brown eyes. I was born here in the U.S., but my race is Mexican.

I would like to see if a person out there would like to write to a guy like me. Race is not an issue. It's all cool for me and I would be happy to know that somewhere in the world is a person who might enjoy knowing me. And what better way than by writing each other?

Hope to hear from you.

Alphonso R. Puerto #E78128
Pelican Bay State Prison D7-222
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA.
95532

Raymond Quevedo

I've been in the SHU for 2 years now, and will probably spend the remainder of my 6 year sentence here. I'm doing a 14 year sentence for possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm. I've made some mistakes and bad choices in my life and now I'm paying my debt to society. I am from Coachella, which is a rural city located in the deep south of California. I'm a third generation Mexican American, born on 3/19/61. I'm 5' 4" and weigh 158 lbs., and that includes the waist chains and handcuffs! I'm short and stocky and quite fit. I have black hair and eyes, and I keep my head shaved. I enjoy reading all types of fiction and non-fiction books. I love Mexican history, American history, and political science. I'm fascinated by numbers. Math is where I excel. Right now I am waiting for some algebra geometry books from the San Diego State University. Keeping the mind occupied and the heart strong
is the key to longevity. I am an industrial - commercial - residential electrician by trade. I enjoy listening to oldies, rancheras, cumbias, and some rap. I enjoy fishing, hunting, and visits to Las Vegas. I am interested in finding a woman to write to who shares similar interests.

Raymond Quevedo # K73730
Pelican Bay State Prison D5-215
P.O. Box 7500
Crescent City, CA
95532

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