Terry Lakin is Free: May 13, 2011
Terry Lakin is free.
He spent his last 24 hours in a special housing unit set aside for pre-release processing. He enjoyed his last visit with Jim, a local supporter who has visited Terry many times over the last few months. Then after a final night's sleep Terry was awakened at 5am.
They brought in his breakfast at 5:30. He had his regulation 20 minutes to eat. Then he waited for the final paperwork to be processed. He turned in all his prison clothes. They gave him his duffel bag and took him to gate for a final strip search. He changed into change into his own clothes from the package sent to him by Pili. Then into the van and to the bank to cash out his $40 prison account.
And then the final ride in the prison van to the park-and-ride in eastern Leavenworth.
Greg Lakin waits for Terry. Across the street Jim and Peggy wait in the parking lot. Any non-registered greeters could cause them to drive by and run Terry back to the prison.
We wait. The van drives by on the way to the bank. It passes us and turn right into town. Then about 20 minutes later it returns. It is a white panel van with no markings. The only hint that it is Terry's van is the uniformed MP in the front seat. He pulls up next to our car and steps out. Pulling a small card from his shoulder pocket he checks our Ids.
As he puts the card back he walks to the back of the van and unlocks the door. Terry is seated in the van without travel shackles for the first time in 5 months. He steps out and embraces Greg in tears. The MP shakes Terry's hand and wishes him well. He drives the van away.
Jim and Peggy rush across the street and jump out to embrace Terry. They began visiting Terry in prison shortly after his sentencing. They have provided a room in their house for visitors and visited him two to three times a week since then. They are fast friends.
More tears and hugs. We hand Terry a netbook running Skype so he can talk to his family. The children are home waiting for his call. Pili appears on the screen with a huge smile. "Come hear kids, your dad is on the phone!" Holly, Jack, and Andrew rush over. Jack, the three year old takes over the screen making faces and laughing. Lot's of "We love you, dad," and "See you tomorrow!" Then a call with Terry's parents. "Hey mom, this is your son, Terry." "Wait, let me get your dad on the extension." Lots of how are doings and we love you's.
Then off to Terry's first real meal. A local steakhouse where is savors crab-filled mushrooms, onion rings, steak soup, and of course, a steak. He is loving it. He is free.
View the first of pictures of LTC Terry Lakin enjoying his freedom here: http://www.terrylakinactionfund.com/terryisfree
Obama's Political Prisoner LTC Terry Lakin Will Speak To The Nation Live Tonight(Friday); Details here: http://obamareleaseyourrecords.blogspot.com/2011/05/obamas-political-prisoner-ltc-terry.html
An election for President and Commander in Chief of the Military must strive to be above reproach. Our public institutions must give the public confidence that a presidential candidate has complied with the election process that is prescribed by our Constitution and laws. It is only after a presidential candidate satisfies the rules of such a process that he/she can expect members of the public, regardless of their party affiliations, to give him/her the respect that the Office of President so much deserves.
I am crying also. This is emotional. I hope Terry can run for the Presidency. I will vote for him. Down with the Commies!
ReplyDeleteI can see it now. Terry is the Republican candidate at the first TV debates. Obama makes some nasty remark and Terry shoots back. Obama you are a Scum Bag and the audience goes wild with applause. MSM reports Terry is right on. The approval rating on all the polls show Terry beating Obama 100 to zero. America is now free once again.