Jom 2014-02-25 11:02:47

No offence man, But you need to get the fuck out of whatever town you're in. Make a new life for yourself, shit's only gonna get worse.

VicariousE 2014-02-25 11:05:04

Holy shit. I hope the plebs here at Newgrounds, reads this, and can take some understanding from your ordeal. I really hope you can still go to college, maybe animation commissions would help... without the internet at home, you should be more productive.

And don't hang out with feral kids, they'll turn on you (as you stated).

MattheP 2014-02-25 11:28:33

"Funny thing, that girl sent me a letter saying "sorry! Please still be cool with me" Fuck no bitch. Just ruined my life."

Oh man. XD

DylanJames 2014-02-25 11:40:47

I know a lot about what you're going through, friend. I've been in jail 4 or 5 times now. County once and the rest was city. Spent about the same amount of time you did once in a shitty, cramped city jail and I know all about the lucid dreaming aspect. The stress, the worry, the conditions and all of that don't make it easy to sleep so even when you do, you're stressing out terribly. That makes it a lot easier to gain control of your dreams. Hang in there. This is your first time getting in trouble so you're not likely to face any county jail time. You could try to get a court appointed lawyer. A lot of people say they're worthless but in my experience, there are definitely good ones out there that will fight for you. It's an option. Since it's a drug charge, you're going to have take piss tests constantly. So for the time being, I'd stop all use. Because if you're caught, you're going back to jail. Just remember, your life isn't over. You're young, you can come out of this on top. People have done way worse and succeeded and it's quite common for high school and college age people to get in trouble like this. Especially when it comes to drugs. So don't give up. That'll just lead to you getting in more trouble most likely. It's an awful situation to be in, but it doesn't have to define you and what you do in the future. Good luck!

kmau 2014-02-25 12:29:14

No beating around the bush here: You need to stop doing drugs and show that you have indeed learned something valuable here.

KevinButtchin 2014-02-25 12:37:00

bummer

Cyberdevil 2014-02-25 12:56:50

What did you draw on in jail? Did they give you normal paper? ...was it all toilet paper?

That's pretty intense, entertaining to read but I can't imagine how it'd feel to have it happen myself, like you say you never really appreciate freedom till you get it taken from you... maybe with enough imagination it'll be possible. Best of luck with getting your life sorted out after this, don't let distrust in the system steer the way! You have a span of talents.

IkuGames 2014-02-25 15:28:02

That's a pretty incredible story. I don't hate all cops, but the ones who arrest people for victimless crimes are the fucking scum of the earth, or bandits as you put it. It's cool that you're able to take so much positive out of all of that, but I recognize what a messed up situation you're in. It sounds like you're handling it in the best possible way. Keep making art, keep your guard up, and keep your friends and family close to you. Experiences like that make you a more interesting artist. There are worse things than being poor... like being a boring fucking human being.

kkots 2014-02-25 15:48:02

I'm convinced from my childhood that the only way to realize one's folly and to bring one closer to the greater good is to suffer tremendous pain. Psychic pain, to be precise. If you survive it, you will become much stronger, and nothing will stop you as long as you believe in the determination of your future.
Because when you do something for the greater good, everything is going always as planned.
Greater good = a goal in life, a moral achievement.

What is your next objective in life, FrostDrive?

enigman69 2014-02-25 22:38:49

i enjoyed this and it let's me know that i'm not the only one who thinks cop's are assholes, i'm only 16 and me and my brother got thrown into a cop car because my parents lost the house so me and my brother went to get the mail since ya know it's still being mailed to my "old house" and i know i'm trespassing but my parents need their checks for my siblings and but anyways the neighbors who hate us called the cops and the cop around ''6 feet tall asshole threw us against aggressively and calling back up on 2 scrawny teens who are harmless, annnnddd having us sit in a cop car for an hour,which isn't as bad as what happened too you and i'm sorry to hear that sounds pretty fucked up just the fact that you also have younger siblings and a mom who i can imagine is awesome really gives me the feels and ya know i wish you the best man :)

Lepy 2014-02-26 00:00:04

That was a pretty interesting read. I really hope things go better for you. You seem like a really positive person considering you walked into jail and you just started drawing. That's the most bad ass thing I've ever heard, actually.

Gretgor 2014-02-26 00:01:44

America's drug policy's ridiculously fucked up. It's outrageous someone is sent to jail for so long for doing nothing but using a substance. It's not like you raped or killed anyone, yet you're treated like a fucking terrorist. The War on Drugs is an outdated drug policy, and I can only hope America will get its head off its ass.

Grukken 2014-02-26 02:19:07

I'm glad that you made the best out of a bad situation in jail. As many others are saying, if you want to avoid having to deal with that shit again you need to have a lifestyle change and you're the only person that can decide what needs fixing in your life.

Don't let this one instance ruin your life, try to get into college if you can but if you can't then perfect your drawing and become a professional artist.

I also recommend NOT lucid dreaming because it can easily become nightmares and you do not want to be a victim of a lucid nightmare, from what I heard it is the most horrifying shit that you can imagine.

Keep your chin up. Also don't kill yourself because that's bad man.

Tadashiini 2014-02-26 14:53:50

I don't often log on to newgrounds anymore. It's been years. I just had to say that your story is very interesting and you are an amazing person. Don't let this bump in the road get you down. You're very lucky that you have a family that loves you.. Some people aren't as lucky.. Material things will come and go but your family is the only one that you've got. I'm glad you realize this, somewhat.

Keep doing what you love, just try to stay out of trouble. Do questionable things alone or with people you trust with your life. They have your life in your hands, after that point, after all.

VicariousE 2014-03-02 01:43:06

Glad you're back, just wish it was under better circumstances. All I can say is, endeavor to persevere.

VicariousE 2014-04-28 19:12:58

So how ya been lately, getting ahead of the game yet?

VicariousE 2014-05-06 00:10:36

No rush, how's things at home, getting better (but not too good as to invite the cops over again)?