👋 Note: To all of our new adopters – welcome!
You’re bringing hope and human connection to people who need it most. Whether you’re already in contact, or are still waiting for your match, we’re grateful you’re here.
Each month, we’ll send a short note like this one, just a gentle nudge to check in with your adoptee, along with a few ideas of what you might write, send, or say. We know life gets busy, and sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. We’re here to help you keep that connection strong.
It’s the start of a new month and a good time to drop a quick note, card, or poem in the mail. For folks inside, time stretches differently. Hearing from someone on the outside can change the whole rhythm of their week.
June brings Father’s Day, graduation season, and longer days – any of which might stir up hard feelings. If you’re not sure what to write, a simple “thinking of you” goes further than you think.
✍️ Need inspiration?
- What’s one thing that brought you joy this week?
- Have you tried something new recently – food, show, hobby?
- If you could teleport anywhere this summer, where would you go?
📌 Friendly Reminder:
Make sure you’re adhering to mail policies for your adoptee’s institution – let us know if you’re unsure.
📙 Book Pick (optional):
The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
A powerful reminder of hope, connection, and the long reach of injustice, and how love, humor, and letters sustained him through nearly 30 years on death row.
📚 Extra This Month:
Is your adoptee a veteran? Check out our veteran series from Memorial Week on the blog.
Have a question? Email info@adoptaninmate.org
Let’s make someone’s June a little brighter.
Go hug your adoptee.
With appreciation,
🐝 Melissa Bee
Adopt an Inmate
✍️ PS: We’d love to hear how your connection is going – good, bad, or in between. Use this form to share a little about your experience. You can stay anonymous if you prefer.
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