The worst days in prison are the birthdays of close family members, especially your children. What kind of stupid birthday message is it for your son’s 14th birthday—to write him a letter? What memories of his father is he going to have? - My dad took me hiking for my birthday. - My dad taught me to drive for my birthday. - My dad sent me a birthday letter from prison on a sheet of notebook paper. He promised that when he gets out, he’ll teach me how to boil water in a plastic bag. Well, you don’t get to choose your parents—some people end up with convicts. But on my children’s birthdays, more than ever, I understand clearly what I’m in prison for. We must build the Beautiful Russia of the Future, and it is they who should inherit it. Zakhar, happy birthday! I miss you terribly and love you very much! ❤️🎉🎉🎉🤝