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Robert Frye |
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Robert Dennis Frye
Nickname: Red
Age: 37
Paroling to: Los Angeles
Family: Mom, Dad, Brother, Nephew.
Why did you join the T.R.U.S.T.?
To be part of the solution to some of the ailments of society, which I helped create.
What does being a T.R.U.S.T. Fellow mean to you?
It means standing above the crown, by being a role model, and the sharing of ideas by a diverse group of men who are striving to better themselves, their families, and their communities both in here and our greater society.
Since coming to prison, what have you accomplished?
Well, I feel that I’ve grown exponentially: emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. My journey of incarceration has been long and arduous. I came to prison as a young man, so to adapt/survive in this environment was, and continues to be, a daily struggle. I’ve been blessed to have people along that road that loved, inspired, challenged me to strive towards something better—to know thyself! That revelation has been life-changing for me. I’ve realized that life is not all about me!! There’s too much ignorance and suffering in this world. Everyday I’m driven to make this crazy world a little better—one person at a time.
What are some of your hobbies and interests?
I’m a very active person, before my incarceration I loved to swim, surf, ride motorcycles, bike, and hike.
What programs are you involved with other than the T.R.U.S.T.?
I earned my A.A. Degree in 2005. I give back by tutoring men working towards their G.E.D. And I’m truly passionate about teaching E.S.L. classes.
What kind of work do you do with the “inside” and/or “outside” communities?
I also work with “at-risk” youth in the R.E.A.L. Choices and S.Q.U.I.R.E.S. programs here at San Quentin. To have the opportunity to reach out to these young men, and know that I’m making a difference one kid at a time is both humbling and inspiring. I relish and cherish the opportunity. I have no doubt that I’ll continue this work once I leave here and re-enter society.
How do you live up to the T.R.U.S.T. value system? How do you promote the ideals of the T.R.U.S.T. outside the workshops?
I believe by just being the person that I’ve become through my education and life experiences that I promote personal responsibility not only in myself, but by who I am, I instill it in others.
What do you want to do after you parole?
I want to do a myriad of things. First and foremost I want to reunite with my family and share some quality time together. Family and loved ones mean everything to me!
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