Welcome to the Art of Soulmaking
The letters we’ve received from Art of Soulmaking participants have been filled with genius, creativity and
the power of art that brings recognition to the soul of our participants.
This gallery is intended to share the work of these artists, and bring their voices and messages
out into the world.
I love you
Jul 3, 2025, by Don Leffingwell
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Me Fighting Within Myself
Jun 4, 2025, by Nicholas Suiter
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ON STRUGGLE
“My brothers, count it as joy when you fall into diverse struggles, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.”
— The Apostle James
We must learn to appreciate struggles, challenges, and adversity. It is through the difficulties of life that we are able to cultivate patience, goodn...
May 21, 2025, by Lee Call
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VICE
I used to believe
in happy endings.
I saw hope
in the future.
I sought purpose.
I had plans and
dreams—
but that was
the old me.
That was before you came
and everything changed.
By Lee Call
1.7.25
May 21, 2025, by Lee Call
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BITTERSWEET
A distance rules us
in space and time.
Not a moment unfelt
within my tortured mind—
reliving again and again
my memories of you.
I cherish each one,
though bittersweet—
they are all I have left
to lose.
By Lee Call
12.24
May 21, 2025, by Lee Call
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A POEM
Creative Writing
A stillness… like the quiet that comes after a storm.
Not a single breath of wind blows through this space.
A deep silence hovers in the air.
There’s no time here—
No hunger—no fear—
Just peace…
I sit cross-legged on this grassy knoll
Looking out over the vast open field
Bathe...
May 19, 2025, by Timothy Taylor
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A MESSAGE TO UNCONDITIONAL FREEDOM
A Message for us from Timothy Taylor, Indiana Dept of Corrections
God bless you and the whole team at Unconditional Freedom.
Thank you for everything you’ve done for me and for everyone else who is a part of this program.
Some of us don’t have family or friends out there to talk to.
You all ha...
May 19, 2025, by Timothy Taylor
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The Path Not Seen
Looking out on a world of living color,
yet I dream in black and white,
with eyes shut wide,
seeing the unseen.
Tempted to run
but only in place,
for the thing I fear
inhabits this space.
One day will dawn—
the sun so bright—
greeting me
to the day I'm victorious in flight.
As I move from this pl...
May 16, 2025, by Chad Langgle
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Consciousness
Tiny lights strewn
across the sky,
traveling from
far and wide—
Just to at last alight
within my curious eyes.
As I gaze,
I can’t help but wonder
if these lights
of infinite yonder
would continue to exist—
lest I stand
As Witness.
May 16, 2025, by Lee Call
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HAIKU: CELL
Outside, the sun shines.
Not a cloud in the blue sky—
I watch from inside.
May 16, 2025, by Lee Call
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GUIDING LIGHT
We’ve been having many storms. Rain and wind pound the side of our building. Our tall razor-wired fences shake and tremble, as if wanting to uproot themselves and find shelter. The recreational yard’s trash cans roll around, vomiting the garbage they once held. I know this storm will last all nig...
May 15, 2025, by Adrian Torres
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME
Forty-six years around the Sun
have taken me to Europe,
universities
and awards galore.
But year forty-seven
starts in my jail cell,
a felonious mistake
locks me in the glare of a crucible.
Nighttime nightmares
of a world with no darkness,
and I’m free
wandering a bright dreamscape.
There were so...
May 14, 2025, by Michael Russell
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A PLAYMAKER'S PRINCIPLES: An Encouraging Playbook for Positive Transformation
The author delves into the principles that propelled his life transformation and reshaped his perspective. After investing countless days, months, and years refining these principles, he crafted a system rooted in real-life experiences to navigate through trials and setbacks. His aim is to inspir...
May 14, 2025, by Christopher Zambrano Jr
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THE VALUE OF ME: An Encouraging Guide for Self-Discovery and True Purpose
Are you on a journey to find your true value? “The Value of Me” is your essential guide to self-discovery and true purpose. It serves as a foundational starting point for those who are seeking direction and inspiration for a more fulfilling life. Delve into heartfelt encouragement and advice, aim...
May 14, 2025, by Christopher Zambrano Jr
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21 DAY OF EXCELLENCE: A 21-Day Devotional to Help Rejuvenate the Mind, Body and Soul
by Christopher Zambrano Jr. (Author), Lucretia Esposito (Contributor)
"21 Days Of Excellence” is an inspiring devotional that focuses on rejuvenating the mind, body and soul. It serves as a source of motivation and encouragement, offering insights to help you find renewed strength and purpos...
May 14, 2025, by Christopher Zambrano Jr
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THESE WORDS: I'm Proud of You
Every time these words are spoken,
it's like someone sliding metal across concrete,
creating a loud, gut-wrenching noise.
These words are foreign to the ears—
absence of fatherhood, lack of brotherhood.
Instead of embracing these words,
we run and hide, like a child
who has done something wrong....
May 13, 2025, by Christopher Zambrano Jr
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BELOVED ETERNAL READER: Your Modern Ghoul
“Your Modern Ghoul”
My Beloved Eternal Reader, hello; good day,
a-ha hey hey, I must start with this —
I am glad you are here,
with me in this journey through mystery.
You are like I, are you not?
First steps in cemeteries, your favorite memories,
that sound heard behind you,
the exciting spiritu...
May 13, 2025, by Jacob Rowan
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For: The ones in the dark I write for: A Crate Poem
For:
The ones in the dark I write for
The champions of the night. You are the
ones who are special, glowing upon candle. You
are bright. And are lovely. You who are in
the highness belongs of my heart. Indeed the
Dark did not take power, I find you in order
to deliver this with a new sense of Ea...
May 13, 2025, by Jacob Rowan
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