Lauryn Hill Letter From Jail – Full Text

R&B singer, Lauryn Hill, wrote a letter from jail. The 38-year-old Grammy-winning singer is currently serving her three-month jail sentence in Danbury, Conn. for failing to pay about $1 million in taxes over the past decade.

This is what she wrote, which a rep posted oh a Tumblr page.

“I have known since very young to look for the purpose and lesson in everything, including the trials. Although it has taken some adjustment, I cannot deny the favor I have encountered while in here, and general warm reception from a community of people who despite their circumstances, have found unique ways to make the best of them. Thank you for the letters of concern and well wishes that I receive in the mail every day. Although I may not be able to write everyone back, please know that they have been received, read, acknowledged, and appreciated. With Love back, MLH”