tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post6746726306523224118..comments2020-06-26T23:31:23.779-07:00Comments on Outlaws & Outcasts: FACTSBob Frielhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-3238569739100685192010-09-01T18:17:48.834-07:002010-09-01T18:17:48.834-07:00Yep, very busy working on the book and haven't...Yep, very busy working on the book and haven't been able to post. I'm still digging up interesting new details almost daily for the book.<br /><br />Investigations on Federal, State and local levels are in high gear as are preparations for Colt's defense. At this point, it looks like there may be at least five interstate crimes where they've got forensic evidence against him, and Bob Frielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-88420488822397289512010-09-01T15:13:51.136-07:002010-09-01T15:13:51.136-07:00I see that you haven't updated in a while, but...I see that you haven't updated in a while, but any news about Colt? I read that the judge a deadline for Nov. 15th where has to be officially charged. Any information about his trial or how he is doing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-39427532021368330482010-08-17T21:10:06.942-07:002010-08-17T21:10:06.942-07:00Hyperion gave me a portion of an advance -- it'...Hyperion gave me a portion of an advance -- it's up to me how to use it while I'm writing the book... eat, pay my mortgage, etc... They don't include separate money for expenses, so all the travel, office, research and any other expenses are out of pocket (mine), including last-minute tickets to the Bahamas and hotels at rack rate, which were tough to swallow. But yes, absolutely, I Bob Frielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-12821712333593729502010-08-17T19:34:00.996-07:002010-08-17T19:34:00.996-07:00Bob, has the publisher given you money to travel ...Bob, has the publisher given you money to travel across the USA to interview victims from WA to Indiana? The book just wouldn't be complete without tracing his steps and interviewing those involved.Jayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15987835736347692214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-49024748837056941982010-08-15T15:56:20.790-07:002010-08-15T15:56:20.790-07:00Very well written as usual. I for one know that if...Very well written as usual. I for one know that if you are at Homecoming in one of the many settlements on Lutra and indulge in a (few) Rum Bubba's you would be fast asleep on a couch. <br />Looking forward to more information as it comes in. <br />Lynn in Atlanta and South Point EleutheraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-12209772332881223762010-08-15T08:40:24.655-07:002010-08-15T08:40:24.655-07:00Hey, Bob. Congratulations on the book deal and thu...Hey, Bob. Congratulations on the book deal and thumbs up for all the hard work you've done (and are continuing to do) on this great story. I hope you'll do some book signings around your old stomping grounds of Central Florida.Tom Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06838096686747094232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-21309239307472638102010-08-13T10:50:02.193-07:002010-08-13T10:50:02.193-07:00That wasn an opinion piece and everyone is entitle...That wasn an opinion piece and everyone is entitled to theirs. I agree with a lot of what is written there: I've talked on these pages about Colton's choices, and I tried to make the case to him to turn himself in before things escalated even further.<br /><br />I genuinely wish every kid like Colton could find that father figure, coach, teacher, mentor... someone with a firm, fair hand Bob Frielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-32381271444532339492010-08-13T06:11:11.669-07:002010-08-13T06:11:11.669-07:00Bob, what is your opinion of other writers "p...Bob, what is your opinion of other writers "professional" stances about colt's escapades? I recently read this in Everett Herald. <br /><br />http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20100809/OPINION04/708099997Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-41907212203869318632010-08-12T21:12:39.157-07:002010-08-12T21:12:39.157-07:00When you are 8 or 10 years old, sleeping out is an...When you are 8 or 10 years old, sleeping out is an adventure. At 12 or 14 itis escaping from a situation. At 16 itbecomes taking a stand. At 18 it is more a symptom of being lost. Our barefoot bandit, unfortunately, has grown out of all these stages and has no control whatsoever over what will happen to him over the next few years.<br /><br />On the surface it's inevitable. If found guilty, Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-74278600097280547832010-08-12T15:38:45.778-07:002010-08-12T15:38:45.778-07:00I suspect the Anon comment is a relatively isolate...I suspect the Anon comment is a relatively isolated remark. You have always shown empathy toward the victims. You are a great writer because you are trying to understand all sides of this story and that is why we all keep coming back to read. Of course, Anon might be simply trying to take a bit of wind out of your sails. Fly, Bob, Fly!Charitynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-84944641480691018262010-08-12T09:48:14.689-07:002010-08-12T09:48:14.689-07:00Unfortunately, I can't give a definitive, firs...Unfortunately, I can't give a definitive, firsthand report on Colton's mental/physical state at this moment. From what I've heard secondhand, though, he was doing okay as of last week. I will post more when I get an update.<br /><br />I haven't re-re-read those reports in awhile, but my recollection is that one said that Colton claimed he actually slept better while in prison thanBob Frielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-75737526570597613852010-08-12T06:54:14.768-07:002010-08-12T06:54:14.768-07:00Hi Bob,thank you for updating this very interestin...Hi Bob,thank you for updating this very interesting blog. I was wondering if you knew anything, or were allowed to say anything, about Colton's current mental/physical state. <br /><br />I read in his 2007 Psychological Evaluation (published on CNN, of all places...) that he suffered from a chronic state of depression, significant anxiety, insomnia, etc. - but these symptoms were alleviated Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-63995469941192095342010-08-11T21:03:57.937-07:002010-08-11T21:03:57.937-07:00Multi-parter...
Yes, there is definitely a legal ...Multi-parter...<br /><br />Yes, there is definitely a legal angle to not wanting a full story out there. The defense's job in a case like this is to create a narrative that helps the defendant. The full story may or may not help that case...<br /><br />We know Colton was in touch with people along the way and there may have been people helping him and/or sheltering him at times. I suspect Bob Frielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02010385089272057912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5543200277067871290.post-20676111624846859662010-08-11T20:37:37.679-07:002010-08-11T20:37:37.679-07:00How do you feel about Colt's assertion that he...How do you feel about Colt's assertion that he doesn't want his story told? Do you think this is a legal angle or do you think he is wanting privacy about his escapes? When you write/publish/release your book are you concerned about his wishes? Your blog is very interesting. Thank you, RachaelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com