Dorian is my husband, and he means everything to me and our family. Right now, he is in jail and being represented by a public defender. There are a lot of negative rumors surrounding his arrest, but the truth is, people just don't have all the facts. This was a mistake of age—something that could happen to anyone. People who know Dorian know he is a good man who got caught up in a bad situation. He deeply regrets his decisions and is eager to rebuild his relationship with his family and with me, his wife, to prove his worthiness. His regrets weigh heavily on him, and he is slowly losing hope, locked away in a 6'x8' cell with only three hours of freedom a day. His only outlet to the world is me, and even that costs 12 cents a minute.

Dorian has always been there for others—whether it was financial help, a word of advice, or just being a friend to listen. We all make bad choices, but those choices do not have to define who we are. He is reading his Bible and has turned his life over to God again, prepared to fight for everything he has lost, including the damage and anguish he has caused his children, grandchildren, and me. My daughter said it best: he deserves to answer for what he has done, but not to rot away in a cell with people he truly does not belong with. No matter your opinion of what my husband has done, we all know he does not deserve to be grouped in the same category with the horrifying criminals he is currently surrounded by.

I am also aware that some people think they know the story or have proof, but they only know what I have told them. Dorian has taken full responsibility for his charges and just wants to return home to watch his grandbabies grow up and support them, even if from the sidelines. One of the best attorneys in the area where he is being held is ready to take Dorian’s case, and if we can raise enough funds to hire this attorney, Dorian could return home much sooner and help me, his wife, survive this challenging time. I have listed a piece of property that I own for sale, and I am willing to pay back anyone who donates when my property sells, if need be. We are reaching out to our community for support because we truly need help. Any donation, no matter the size, will bring Dorian closer to coming home and help our family get through this. Thank you for your kindness and support.