‘An Inspiration to All’

To the Editor:

I am an inmate at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility. I was reading the March 20 issue of Catholic New York when I came upon the Letters to the Editor section. One letter caught my eye. It concerned the recent article about the Gladhatters. 

I crochet baby items. The five-piece sets I make consist of a hat, booties, mittens, a bib and a blanket. About four months ago, I also began crocheting baby sweaters. When I make the sweaters, I usually make booties to go along with them. My most recent set consisted of the above-mentioned items as well as a sweater. I send everything I make to the nursery here at the facility. 

For me, crocheting began as a hobby many years ago. When I came to prison seven years ago, my hobby became a passion. The items are well received by the moms here in the nursery. They are grateful to get something made for them specifically. This is what keeps me doing what I do. 

When I go home from here, I plan to continue making baby items. While I plan to sell some, I also plan to donate some to a local hospital in my hometown. 

I would also like to thank you for spotlighting the Gladhatters. Please keep introducing us to groups like them as they are truly an inspiration to all of us.

Susan Craher

Bedford Hills Correctional Facility

Bedford Hills