The "Penitentiary Pity Pot 1-2-3-4" is a collection of written works derived from verbal, and visual communications. However, an abundance of emotional, mental, and psychological communications gave these pieces of crying paper their individualism. The power and strength given to the works involved are resultants of men who learned to openly cry and laugh at themselves, before laughing at, or crying for someone else. These men cover the spectrum of the criminal world, as it is known and unknown. And yet, there are sides to these same men, so tender, it would tear a grandmother's heart apart. Yes, these same men who once tore lives apart. I give thanks to God Almighty for the insights and discernments to be able to translate the prison mind-frame onto paper. The privilege and honor to inter-react with various incarcerates has provided another opportunity for understanding the lines that direct people to prison. A special recognition goes to Mr. Antonio X. Terrell for clarifying the perspectives of the compilations in this book. An extra expression of loving appreciation is extended to my son, Chevka Nahshon Henry. Another expression of the same magnitude in appreciation is extended to Derrick Leonard Often, who is as a son to me. May Jehovah God bless you two young men. An outstanding thanks is extended to my sister Lena Delores Dorothy Harris, and George Frazier III, for their love, loyalty, and encouragements during the worst years of my life. May Jehovah God bless you two friends as well. An extra special expression of appreciation goes to a man, who labored translating my 'chicken scratch" into legible type, formatted for your reading pleasure. Thanks Mr. Gregory Lee. "It's going to cost you!" Yes, Greg, but it cost you as well. Thanks you again my friend. Many uncountable thanks to all those who supported me while this reflection of prison life were written. - Leo Allen Henry (Grey Wolf)