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Demi · #26 08-08-2007, 08:13 PM

I did expect her to get something but I was thinking it would be less than a year..maybe 6 months so I'm surprised too. What is this 120 year crap about?

Does anyone know how much of three years she will have to do if not all? I know she is having her worst night tonight. Steph, if you get this, please remember you just need to get the time done and get home. Stay busy, stay out of altercations or anything that might reflect bad on you, know we miss
and care for you here.

The worst is behind you. This was coming all along and now at least you can count the days left before "getting out" not the days before "going in."

I am so sorry but you can, you can, you can, you can, you can do it!!! I will
write when someone posts the address or sends it to me.

Hugs and prayers girl,

Valerie · #27 08-08-2007, 09:55 PM

Stay strong, you can do it!!! I pray the time flies for you.

briansbabygurl · #28 08-08-2007, 11:16 PM

OMG Steph, I was crying so hard when I found out I could barely type.Brianna called here this morning but I was at work.I tried to call back but no one was home.I am so sorry.Im glad that we got to talk for a little while last night.Oh God, I really don't know what to say.Please write me as soon as you can.Im going to keep in touch with Brianna too.Love you girl

Jillian · #29 08-08-2007, 11:34 PM

Steph, You are in my thoughts and prayers as well as your family in your time apart. I hope that the days go by quickly and yall can be together again before you know it.

Sadie80 · #30 08-09-2007, 12:06 AM

Thinking of you tonight. Just wanted you to know that.

opalznsilver · #31 08-09-2007, 12:49 AM

Steph, my heart breaks for you and your family right now. I will not repeat to stay strong as you've already read that from so many before me, your strength comes from the one who has all power that one is God. Keep him the forefront of your mind as you go through this journey ahead of you. I will not say that it is an easy road but you can and will make it through this ordeal. You are a very courageous woman, you may not feel this way right about now but know this you did the right thing and you will find contentment in that in years to come. Remember to read your bible every day, read something from Proverbs everyday, read the 4 gospels and everything Paul went through to further Jesus kingdom. He was in the worst situations/circumstances yet he made it through. Stay near Christians, I pray that Christians will rise up around you so you can study God's word together, go to any and all church services that you can. These are things that will keep you strong inside, things you will NEVER regret doing. When you feel lonesome inside call upon the Lord Jesus he is right there with you. Pray that he will make himself clear and visible to you. Listen to your heart when you talk to God, he wants you hear every word you have to say, even your hurts and angers even if they are with him, he is your Father.

If you ever need or want to talk further with me have your friend pm me and I will give you my address so we can write if you like. Remember you have many people who know you and are backing you on the outside so even when you feel lost in the system, you are not, there are so many out here that will be checking in on you to see that you are well cared for in there.

I have been through this and so have many others. You will make it just fine. It's o.k. to cry into your pillow at night.

Take care of yourself in there and I'll be praying for you and watching to be sure you are alright. On your behalf and your families I pray for all of you.

God Bless You.

I Care

BillieJo · #32 08-09-2007, 03:52 AM

hey steph - I'm thinking of you and your daughters! I'm very sorry to hear that they laid you out for three years - I hope that they offered a chance at an early release somehow. I'm praying for your husband, and your daughters. God will care for you still in this time of need, unfortunately sometimes judges don't always follow His wisdom. take care, and please know that I am thinking of you, wishing you the best. I will drop a note in the mail for you, hon.

mrsjb · #33 08-09-2007, 05:54 AM

Well there is another article in the paper today and with all this mess going on a good thing is the judge did allow for Steph to go to the emergency custody hearing today for her 2 kids. So please everyone pray that the kids can stay with Steph's husband and dont have to be split up and go with their biological fathers

lmonet · #34 08-09-2007, 06:40 AM

I will pray for you and your family because right now your in a position that I don't wish on my worst ememy but remember that GOD has a plan and in this life he has already calcuated your footsteps so know that he walks beside you no matter what. Just remember that he is your friend

boflipflops36 · #35 08-09-2007, 08:53 AM

I have thought of you all day long the 8th, as I posted before i was at the beach with my family for my 71 B/D. This is so sad.
You are a very strong lady and you have God on your side Steph. He is guiding you to help those lost souls in there with you.
May you no and feel us all here praying for your family.
I care.

CoCo78 · #36 08-09-2007, 09:37 AM

I was thinking once Steph gets settled maybe someone could post her DOC # and address. Then, we could all write her and send cards. I am sure lots of mail will help her time pass quicker. I really don't know much about her situation just bits and pieces I've read on here but I was thinking if she got 3 years with good time (if she is allowed it) she could be out much quicker. Maybe 18-24 months?? Just my thoughts... Steph I am also thinking of you....

alliebobo · #37 08-09-2007, 10:10 AM

I spoke with her husband this morning she is in classification right now. When they move her this week or next he will get me her address which I will Post. I told him about this thread and he said he would try and get on today - Let's keep her and her family in our prayers

zetababe · #38 08-09-2007, 10:24 AM

Does anyone know if she won the hearing so that her husband could keep her kids?

dwfighterva · #39 08-09-2007, 11:47 AM

I was wondering how the custody hearing went today as well. I have been thinking about her and sending good thoughts.

I can answer what time she will have to do. Virginia allows 4.5 days off for each 30 days served for good behavior. That means she will have to serve about 30 and a half months of the 36. There is no other way to reduce your sentence, but they can take your good time credit away if you act up.

Steph, have your family contact me through the VA Forum and I can walk them through what they need to do now. We are here for them just as we have been here for you. Stay strong, girl. Take one day at a time.

dw

alliebobo · #40 08-09-2007, 11:56 AM

I will call her hubby late today to find out how the hearing for her Kids went and post in the Morning -

meandmy4 · #41 08-09-2007, 12:05 PM

WOW!! I have read alot of her posts as well, I don't know her either.. but I have read that everyone is in shock!! Prayers for her children and family... I am glad to know, she maybe thinking of all of you wonderful people who just care..that means alot!!

cnnisok · #42 08-09-2007, 01:02 PM

I have never had my freedom taken away from me for even a few minutes, so I cannot even begin to imagine what it is like being led off in chains and knowing you will be a prisoner for the next 3 years. Must be unbelievably, unimaginably tough. I pray she handles this well. Her kids will suffer right along with her...poor children...I pray they are ok. What makes this worst is that as I have quietly followed her story, she did not seem like your typical criminal. So its harder to imagine her being incacerated.

While we send our best wishes to her we should also pray for those she victimized. Often times we forget or just gloss over the victims of criminal acts like this one and I believe they are always the REAL tragedies in cases like this. I think she got away pretty well with 3 years considering the amount she stole was close to $1million. In some states it'll be a nuch harsher punishment...so that at least is reason for her to smile. I have seen the news reports on local stations in Virginia and all the articles floating on the internet about her crime. It will equally be a tougher mountain once she gets released to walk the streets knowing the whole world may be judgemental. Again keep the owners of that car dealership in your prayers too. The financial loss and betrayal must have been equally as painful.

Jason_MyMiracle · #43 08-09-2007, 01:37 PM

I find it hard to believe that the dealership has suffered or will suffer as much as Steph has! Financial loss they can eventually recover. Steph will never get these 3 years back. She has apologized and is remorseful to her victims. We need to support her and her family; I think the dealership will recover just fine.

None of us forget the victims... but our MAIN goal here is to SUPPORT Steph!

LAT · #44 08-09-2007, 01:41 PM

She has been ordered to pay restitution and in fact, has already started. Now restitution will have to wait 3 years.

SpicaRigel · #45 08-09-2007, 01:44 PM

awww, Steph! darn! i really thought you were gonna get house arrest. well, we all have a big welcome home party to look forward to! and i will be there! you keep your chin up and know all of us here love you and are thinking of you. cant wait to get your address...u got mine..use it! love you babe! wendi

zetababe · #46 08-09-2007, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by LAT

She has been ordered to pay restitution and in fact, has already started. Now restitution will have to wait 3 years.

That's a good point. If making the restitution was so important, you would have thought that they would have given Stephanie house arrest so that she could at least work during the day and earn some money to put towards the restitution. The prison sentence really seems self-defeating in this respect, don't you think?

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Originally Posted by LAT

I find it hard to believe that the dealership has suffered or will suffer as much as Steph has! Financial loss they can eventually recover. Steph will never get these 3 years back. She has apologized and is remorseful to her victims. We need to support her and her family; I think the dealership will recover just fine.

No disrespect to the victims, but I tend to agree, given what I stated above.

EmanisMema · #47 08-09-2007, 02:55 PM

Steph my heart was bleeding for you and your family yesterday when I read the post!! I couldn't even bring myself to write! My son was originally sentenced to 3 years and now look at my siggy! 6 months!! Yes the time will fly by and I'm sure you will get involved in something productive while you're behind those walls! I know you will seek opportunities to educate yourself and help other women if at all possible! Keep busy, keep praying, remain on your best behavior and hopefully you will be able to work some of the time down! Many prayers going out to you and your family! You are a good women, a strong women and I admire your courage! I'm looking so forward to coming here and seeing your posts once you return home! Hang tight Steph and hold your head high! Brie please remain strong and make your mom proud! She will be back in your arms before you know it!

Chris

Demi · #48 08-09-2007, 03:07 PM

cnnisok-

I do feel for the victims. Still, I would appreciate it if you could tell me cases where someone in the same circumstance received more time than Stephanie.

I don't follow embezzlement crimes but one that comes to mind was a Federal crime and well over a million dollars taken, also it was a daycare scam and the money stolen was taken from this countries poorest children- still, the sentence was less than what Stephanie got.

It would be great if Stephanie could write a book about being incarcerated. I don't think there are to many books written by females prisoners and if she could get it published it may pay off her restitution.

cnnisok · #49 08-09-2007, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason_MyMiracle

I find it hard to believe that the dealership has suffered or will suffer as much as Steph has! Financial loss they can eventually recover. Steph will never get these 3 years back. She has apologized and is remorseful to her victims. We need to support her and her family; I think the dealership will recover just fine.

None of us forget the victims... but our MAIN goal here is to SUPPORT Steph!

Jason_MyMiracle, crime is crime and the victims are real. You may not consider betrayal of trust and loss of that kind of cash as pain and suffering but don't tell that to her former boss/owner. Money-wise, I am sure the guy already recovered and then some. But to people like that its not as much about the money as it is the deep sitted feeling of betrayal.

I am very remorseful for her and especially for those little girls she left behind and all they have to go through. Can't even begin to imagine. She seemed like your real, average caring day-to-day mom. Not some cold-hearted, two headed monster. So even though we are here to support her - which is absolutely great and she needs it - does not mean "victim" should all of a sudden become a taboo word.

TedEBare · #50 08-09-2007, 03:26 PM

Hey folks, Steph would probably be the first to agree with cnnisok about praying for the victims. However, this thread is meant to be well wishes for Stephanie. I'm not a moderator but, shouldn't we keep it there?