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Illustration by Valencia C.

A living light needs multiple elements to ignite and stay on.
Without proper nourishment life is nought.
Thus losing its life and brightness.

Disclaimer: The views in this article are those of the author. Prison Journalism Project has verified the writer’s identity and basic facts such as the names of institutions mentioned.

Valencia C. is a writer and artist incarcerated in California.