People with a criminal history who have turned their lives around: what do you wish people would ask you?
My grandfather is in his final days. I'm the family historian, but I live far away. I'm going home to visit him soon, and he says he has something he wants to share with me. Coincidentally, I learned about it without his help a few days ago and told no one.
My grandfather was convicted of a serious violent crime many decades ago. He confessed. He was sentenced to life in prison, but his sentence was commuted after 10+ years. He became a firefighter and a phenomenal grandfather.
I think he wants to get things off his chest. And I want to handle it with care and dignity, for him and the people he hurt. I am the one who carries our family story forward, and it's important to me to do it justice.
For people in a situation like his, what are some questions you wish people would ask?
Any other tips?