Lauryn Hill's first letter from jail

38-year-old Lauryn Hill has penned her first letter from jail, since reporting to a minimum-security Federal Correctional Institution, Danbury earlier this month, for tax evasion. She wrote:

"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"