I must say, the worst part of being in jail is being cut off from society. The only people you have are the two cellmates and the other people in the pod.We can make calls, but they cost $2.25 and it's only for 15 minutes - which feels like five minutes after it's done.
Even on the TV we have six channels and are not allowed to watch news channels. We miss out on holidays, birthdays and all the good stuff that happens throughout the year.
It's hard to keep a relationship when you're locked in a box for years. But some manage.
It definitely gives you a lot of time to sit back and think about how good you had it. Stuff like soft toilet paper, your choice of food and music, a phone, conversations with other people that you aren't locked in with.
I miss being able to hug the ones I love, being able to calm them down when they're stressed.
Needless to say, I can't wait to be out in society, have a job, be with family and just enjoy every day.
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