Richard Jackson is 54 years old and incarcerated in Indiana, USA

I've been on death row for over 20 years, locked in a cell, alone, with little more than a thin mattress, blanket, toothbrush, and pencil and paper. I'm hoping to find a good friend (nothing romantic) with whom I can exchange letters. Let's lean on each other in times of distress and cheer each other up when we're feeling down.

As a child, I was a little quirky. Neighbors found it unusual when I'd pet the squirrels around my house. "They carry diseases!" one lady would often shout. (Fortunately, I've lived to tell you about it). I'm an avid animal lover, and not a day goes by when I don't think about my childhood dog, Rocky. I took him on so many adventures when I was younger.

Here I watch entirely too much TV. I appreciate a good zombie flick but also can be found enjoying comedies or even the History Channel

I'm a fan of the Atlanta Falcons, frisbee golf, and pillow fighting (though I've yet to see that one on TV!). I can't draw or paint, but I love to analyze art. I also enjoy reading and writing about food-it affords me a brief mental respite from my typical oatmeal, peanut butter sandwiches, and mystery meat soup.

Music has gotten me through some incredibly tough times. "Hotel California" by the Eagles is one of my favorites (oh, the irony!). I enjoy classic rock, R&B, and pop from the 70s-90s.

Your letters must be on white paper and in a white envelope. No card stock, paper, stickers, or address labels are allowed. ( I know it's inconvenient, but sadly I don't make the rules!) If you prefer, we can correspond via email at CorrLinks.com. Write about anything you'd like; nothing will offend me, and I will never judge you.