In 1960, when I came out of prison as an ex-convict, I had more freedom under parolee supervision than there's available... in America right now.

Merle Haggard
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  1. I'm happier.... I guess I made up my mind to be that way.

  2. The only thing that I miss lately in all music is somebody that will put out a melody that you can whistle. It doesn't seem like there's anything happening like that.

  3. I think I'm most proud of my family right now. I'm more into that then I've ever been. It also gives a new area to draw from in creativity with my songs.

  4. Everybody likes Johnny Cash. I think the sad part of it is his health is givin' him problems.

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