My name is Heidi Anfinson. My husband is Mike Anfinson. In Sept. of 1998 we lost our baby, Jacob Michael Anfinson.

Jacob's death was an accident, but I, Heidi Anfinson, was charged with first degree murder by the state of Iowa. My first trial ended in a mistrial; the jury could not reach a unanimous decision. We believe that they were not allowed to hear all of the testimony, especially that of my character witnesses and our lawyers reluctance to argue our case from the root cause.

My second trial was held in Feb 2000. I have been found guilty of second degree murder and am sentenced to fifty years in prison.

Whatever I say at this time probably won't mean much. But Mike and I are/were just normal people, I worked as a waitress for many years at Chi Chi's, then many years at Jimmi's American Cafe, I worked until my eight month of pregnancy, I got too big, tired & could not sleep much, Mike & I moved into our house in June of that same year. Mike and I bought all of Jacob's things, well, it was like we were building a nest for him.

Some of you may know me, maybe already know my story, or part of it. I/we wanted nothing more than a normal life. Mike and I worked hard, we are not perfect. I cannot seem to explain every action/question/accusation/demeanor/decisions the day my child died. And/or logic of my actions. I carried, wanted and loved my baby Jacob.