Letters from the Inside, Ann Miller Kontz

I recently watched 48 Hour Mystery about the Ann Miller poison case. Read about the case here

It was such an odd one that I decided to write to her. Today, she replied. An interesting thing to note is she sent me a greeting card. It is pink and had a cute kitten on it. The card says: "Purrfect Peace to You" and in the back there is a bit of scripture and a message about how "Pets are God's lovable creatures. We hope these furry friends brighten your day and bring a smile to your face!"

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[Inside card]

Dear Kelly,

It was nice to hear from you. I appreciate your taking the time to write. Unfortunately, what you saw on TV was not my story--but that of people who don't know me or care to know the truth. I'm sure you noticed my family, friends and I neglected to participate. That has always been the case. Media can't be trusted to get it right. From the start they misquited my family and friends so no one entertains them. We all figure if we dn't say anything at all--it gives them nothing to twist. Perhaps one day I'll talk to someone but I assure you it will be special circumstances. Enough of that--My family and I didn't watch it and I don't even want to write about it except to say this:

I'm sorry--the person on TV wasn't really who I am-hopefully if we become "pen-pals" you'll get to know me. Since I didn't view it-I'm not at all sure about what they had to say---but please don't allow that to be your first impression of me.

Let me tell you a bit about myself... (contintued on paper)

[The inscription on the inside of the cards says: "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, who thoughts are fixed on You!" ISAIAH 26:3 NLT

[continued on green lined post-it type paper that has a picture of a little yellow chicken on it that says: PUT SPRING IN YOUR STEP!)

New York--cool--my favorite. In my opinioin it's the best city in teh world. I've always wanted to live there--since I was a little girl. Born in upstate NY and raised in Pennsylvania--my family frequeted the city 2-3 times a year.

As I grew older, I kept the tradition going. I could tell you the address of every single Coach store. That would be my weakness. :) I have remarried and my husband is also from NY (still has some family there) -- I's the first place we want to visit when I get out of here.

What part of NY are you from?

I'd love to hear some NY stories---maybe even see some pictures and travel down memory lane.

I am 39-just had my birthday last week. I am married & will celebrate my 6th anniversary this fall. My husband's name is Paul Kontz (so if you write back please address it to Ann Kontz--I am in the system as Ann Kontz.)

I have a 9 year old daughter who is the most beautiful little girl in the world. She is naturally joy-filled and she has a compassionate spirit. I have a 24 year old step-daughter about to get married. My daughter lives with my sister (of which I have two.)0

Prior to prison-I enjoyed jogging, water-skiing and traveling. Now my hobbies are walking (because we can't run) reading and Pilates/yoga.

Well-I'll close for now.

I pray you'll decide to write back adn I'll share more in my next letter.

God Bless,

Ann

P.S. The card was awesome. I gather the website on the back was how you made/ordered it? My sister would love that.