Subject: Survive prison
They wait in line. There are limited shower heads and the allotted time for showers isn't all day, so they have to plan... and wait their turn
Subject: Inmate phone calls
No, it can only be changed by the owner of the account... outside of the prison
Subject: Prison jobs
Most inmates are required to have a job. There is plenty to do for those that are inclined to get into a routine that will make their time fly. The kitchen requires a lot of staffing, the orderly crews clean the prison, landscaping keeps the grounds manicured, commissary needs people, the chapel, the rec hall, education, the library, the barber...all require inmates to run their departments.
Subject: Relationship issues
Don't even try to entertain him 24/7, it is impossible. Right now, he is testing you to see how far he can push you. What will you do for him? You have to set the rules and the boundaries. You need to make sure you are budgeting for YOUR life first. Inmates have a way to make the loved ones outside feel pity for them. Just remember that inmates have all day and night to think. Inmates are very creative...
Read moreSubject: General prison questions-terminology
if you have his login creds, you should be able to get in there
Subject: Survive prison
yes and yes
Subject: Inmate phone calls
The 23-hour lockdown is real, but some cells have a payphone in them. If that is the case then there are no limits (except the prepaid money on their books).
Subject: Relationship issues
20 years! WOW, you are the "ride or die" girl. Think about the world 20 years ago, cell phones had no texting. The internet had no social media. Technology will shock him. He is going to take some time before things can go back to a normal relationship like before.
Subject: Relationship issues
There are only a few places an inmate can spend money on, but be mindful that everything is super-expensive. starting with the phone calls... In my first month away, my wife spent over $6000, which translates into a lot more than $500/wk. Commissary is another area where an inmate can spend $200/wk easily if it is in their account. If there are daily fees from the jail, medical charges or fines, they could be debited from the inmate's account, too.
If their...
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