With the changes, many newer members (and a few old ones!) cannot get into chat.

First of all, read this thread and it may apply to you. New Chat Policy. (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147592)

If you have made less than 25 posts AND you have been a member for less than two weeks, you will not be able to access the Chat feature right away OR if you have been a member for longer than 6 months you can get in with 5 or more posts.

Members who have been active for six months or longer, must only have a total of five posts in order to access the chat rooms.

PTO is a HUGE board with TONS and TONS of information, support, and encouragement and chat is one of the smaller areas to find this.

Feel free to look around and participate in threads that have already been started. If you want feedback or have a question, start a thread in the forum that best relates to your question. For example, if you have a question about seeing the parole board in Texas, begin with the Texas forums because that is where you will find the most knowledgeable folks about that subject. If you just need to rant about having to deal with the situation, the Hear to Hear You forum is a great place!

And easy way to get started is by clicking "Unread Posts." This will show you threads that have recently been posted, but that you have not read.

Odds are that someone else has had the same question or worry that you have. Using the search feature is a great way to find posts/threads that are on the topic. On the top toolbar, you can see "Search." By clicking this, you can type in a key word or phrase and it will give you a list of all of the threads that contain that word or phrase.

Replying to a thread is easy to do. At the bottom of each thread, there is a box for you to type a reply. Or, if you would like to quote someone else'e response, simply click on quote in the same box as their reply, and it will take you to where you can type in your response. Click submit and you will see your post added to the thread!

To begin a new thread of your own, find the forum you want to post in. At the top of the screen in that forum is a blue button that says "New Thread." Click there and you will see a box similar to the one where you make replies, except you will need to include a title. Remember to be specific about what you are talking about! After you have typed your message, click submit and you will be taken to your new thread.

By posting in a thread or by creating your own thread, you will subscribe to it. That means that when you click User CP, you will see when someone else has replied.

If you still have questions or need help, feel free to contact me or any other staff member and we will make sure you get the hang of it.

Jenn

If you HAVE made more than 25 posts (and it's been at least an hour) AND you have been a member for more than two weeks, if you are still not able to get into chat, it MAY be because you do not have Java installed.

See this thread for more help with that.

Java Help/Instructions. (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52089)

Again, if you still need help, feel free to let me or another staff member know!

Thanks!!
Jenn

Remember, it can take up to a couple of hours AFTER your 25th post for you to be able to access the chat feature!!

Just a reminder!!

Jenn

PLEASE remember, you must meet BOTH requirements in order to access chat. BOTH!

Thanks!
Jenn

Please NOTE!!

There has been an update. Members who registered more than 6 months ago and have made a minimum of FIVE posts will be able to access chat.

Thanks!!!

Jenn

AHHH....

I can't believe the BS some people seem to cause to others...
I don't think it's cool that there's restrictions on being able to chat, I myself don't abuse the system, yes I don't post alot but I do read other people's post alot, and have learned alot from other people lending a word of support...
I hope this "NEW" rules takes care of these people who have nothing better to do with there time that harrass others. :)

Jus' venting alittle......

W8NDY,

Surprisingly, there has already been some improvement. It has prevented spamming and trolling already and hopefully it will continue to improve the Chat feature. But also, the message boards are the focus here because you can say useful information in chat once, and only those who are in chat and paying attention will see it, but if you post it, MANY can read it and see it and read it again. And I've found, personally, that once you get started posting, there are plenty of opportunities to post, whether it's asking a question or giving answers or just lending some support to fellow members.

Hang in there. Hopefully, we will see more of you on the boards and we will see you in chat soon!!

Jenn

Jenn,
I can't into the chat room for some reason. I don't know why. Can you help me out here? I have posted 25 threads and I have also sign in under a new user name which is Ed'squeen

Ed's... Since it is based on each user only being allowed on account and it is based on each individual account, you need to sign on under the original account. We will also need to close one of the accounts.

I've just sent you a PM... Please respond.

Thanks!
Jenn

I have no idea how to use this website. I obviously have logged in, however I can't get to the chat room. I need to talk to people with loved ones @ FCI Forest in Marrienville, Pa. Is anyone out there? Please help me get to the chat with these people.

Thank You.:confused:

Welcome Missyou to Pto. Look for state forums for Pa. In chat you have to post some messages first before you can access it.http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=164 Here is the link click on it.

Grouch is right on the money!!

If you will read the earlier posts in this thread, it will explain a bit more.

Thanks!
Jenn

I am new here. Can someone help me. What do you mean by having 25 posts?

Each message that you "post" on the boards are considered a post. The message you posted above is a post. :)

Hope that helps!!
Jenn

I am new here. Can someone help me. What do you mean by having 25 posts?

Ok well i will keep reading and keep posting

Hang in there BlackBeauty! You should be able to access chat on Wednesday, the 12th. :)

Welcome to PTO! ;)

Jenn

I can't wait to meet the requirements to be able to chat!

ok I understand the posting but I am not sure how to go back and see if someone replyed to my post. tonight is my first night to be here.
jess

First of all, welcome to PTO JMM's!!

There are a few ways, if you click User CP at the top, left hand side, you will see a heading that says View all subscribed threads and that will pull up any thread you have posted in.

You can also click on your name in the post and then click on Find all posts by this member about mid-way down the page of your user profile.

jmm'sgirl's user profile (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/member.php?u=60362)

I hope that helps!
Jenn

i had tryed to get into chat,now i know thanks

Come on and join us on the posts Tincker!! You'll be surprised at how much you like posting once you get started!!

Jenn

i reached my 25th post now how long do"I" have to wait to be able to access chat?? can u let me know thanks

The two weeks period still applies. You should be able to access chat early on Wednesday morning, at the lastest. :)

Glad you are with us!
Jenn

I don't think I am getting the hang of how to be able to be allowed in the chat rooms. Can you check my messages or tell me 'simply' what I am not doing. Is it correct that I have to post 25 messages to be able to be allowed in the chat rooms?

You do have to post 25 messages and you have to be a member for a full two weeks in order to get into chat...

Hope that helps!

Jenn

Yes you need to have 25 posts AND be a member for 2 weeks before you can chat. We also ask that the 25 posts be supportive, informational type posts rather than posts in the game forums.

is the number in the upper right hand corner that is next to private messages ---total the number of posts that you have?????

No when you post you will see you name on the left hand side and on the right hand side you will see your join date, location and your number of posts .. you have 24 posts.

so i hear that is easier if somebody helps you out??;)

so when i'm done with my postings can i chat since my first one was in Sept?

You are correct Stone... keep posting and you'll be in chat soon!! :)

Glad you are with us!!

Jenn

Yes you can.... you'll be able to get into chat when you have hit the 25 mark... but remember that it takes a few hours for it to recognize the 25th post AND.. don't forget, please don't do a bunch of junk posts ;)

i am also new here could somebody help me as well?

Do you know of a website where i can go to see pictures of inmates in Atlanta that also lists their charges and convictions? A site i do not have to pay for

What are you looking for mousy? A pen pal or a specific person?

Jenn

Hello, I have been a member since June (5 months). So next month when I hit the 6 month mark and since I have posted more than 5 times will I be able to get into chat?

six months for you will be in december, since you joined in june, but if you keep posting and get to 25 posts you can be in the chat before then

It would be December the 2nd that you would be able to access chat if you have less than 25 posts.

Please remember, PTO's main focus in the boards. Jump in and ask questions and rant and rave with the rest of us. You may find you really do enjoy it. :)

Jenn

annette
i can not get into chats and i help can someone help out!
thank you annette

Please read the first post in this thread... you cannot access chat until you have been a member for 2 weeks and have 25 supportive posts.

I still can't get in, I've been a good member for months. This is rude.

Adam, it can take up to an hour after your 25th post, but also, are you sure that you have the most recent version of java installed?

If you are seting a box with a red X in it, you need a current version of java (www.java.com)

Jenn

new at this prison talk . do you get to chat with the inmate ? thats what I would like to do, need to talk with sister
tammyc

new at this prison talk . do you get to chat with the inmate ? thats what I would like to do, need to talk with sister
tammyc


No most inmates do not have internet access.This is just a chat room for others on this site (loved ones of inmates,ex inmates,etc.)

What would be considered a junk post? I'm trying not to do that! I am really interested in this site, and curious about the system, and gaining help and resources...:) :) :)

Junk posts are just those where you put in something to make a post, in general.

Like..

Hi................

or...

I agree......

Does that make sense? :) Just sorta filler....

:)

Jenn

hey i totally understand the reasoning behind the guidelined but someone said if you get somebody that already has access to chat they can make it faster and easier to get in is this true and how ??? thanks will keep trying tabitha:p

The rules apply to everyone, even those who have accessed chat before. You must meet the two weeks and 25 posts rule OR the 6 months and 5 posts rule.

Remember, the main part of PTO is the message boards, not chat, and as much as many of us enjoy chat, there is much more we can do on the boards! :)

Keep posting! :)

Jenn

why are some people saying theyll be here for six months and still cant get in??

I haven't seen anyone who has been here for more than 6 months with enough posts and hasn't been able to get in because of the requirements. If someone does not have the current version of java install, they will not be able to access chat.

Is there someone specific that you know of who is having a problem that I could help?

If you are looking to make more posts, there are THOUSANDS of threads out there that could use more posts, whether it's answering questions or just showing support.

Jenn

I find it totally unacceptable that in the united states of america, you can be barred from entering a chat room just becasue you have not posted enough comments or had the time to idly sit at a computer and visit a website. Come on people! No one who has any kind of life goes to a prison forum web site to idly pass time. Most of us are now single parents with jobs and children to raise......ALONE. It would be nice to think that someone out there that is making up the rules could identify with the fact that sometimes you would just like to chat with someone you have something in common with and bounce ideas, feelings and support around. Guess not. Anyone else feel the same way? :confused:

I find it totally unacceptable that in the united states of america, you can be barred from entering a chat room just becasue you have not posted enough comments or had the time to idly sit at a computer and visit a website. Come on people! No one who has any kind of life goes to a prison forum web site to idly pass time. Most of us are now single parents with jobs and children to raise......ALONE. It would be nice to think that someone out there that is making up the rules could identify with the fact that sometimes you would just like to chat with someone you have something in common with and bounce ideas, feelings and support around. Guess not. Anyone else feel the same way? :confused:

I'm sorry that you feel that way, but this site IS a message board. That is the basis of the site. The chat room is just an additional feature. Unfortunately, there were those out there who took advantage of an open chat to send spam and create other problematic situations. In reality, it is for the protection of the members of PTO.

We aren't asking you to sit at the computer wasting time, but if 25 posts is too much to ask, what good would chat be to you? The posts contain info that can be reviewed repeatedly instead of one time. It's much more effective and I hope that you can see that.

Feel free to start threads and post away. Just because you can't access chat at this moment in time doesn't mean you can't find support and interact with those who have things in common with you and understand your feelings. Look around at a few of the different forums and I am sure you will find more than a few threads with others with whom you can identify. Perhaps being with Husbands and Boyfriends?

Good luck!

Welcome to PTO...

Jenn

I need some help,my son was suppose to get out and the last minute no why?

gamma what are the details? maybe they miscalculated his time or something. sometimes that will happen.

Gamma, have you tried looking at the state forum for the state where your son is being held??

GOOD LUCK!!

Jenn

i think its a good thing to have this 25 posts thing it will keep the people that just want to play out you got my support

I'm glad you understand MrsTree!! It really is to protect all of us, but it can be frustrating!!

Welcome to PTO and it's great to see you posting!!!

Jenn

yes im all new to this stuff too. can someone tell me a little bit about this website???

Hi Katie!

What would you like to know? What sort of questions do you have??

Welcome to PTO!! :)

Jenn

Can someone give me information about what all you can do on this web site. Ok this is really confusing. Is it saying that I have to be a member for atleast two weeks before I can actually chat in the chat room!@>? Thanx!!!:) :cool: :confused:

Hi Vanessa... Welcome to PTO.

Yes, you must be a member for two weeks and have at least 25 posts on the boards before you are able to get into the chat room. While it's frustrating, it is for the protection of our members...

This site is HUGE and can be hard to navigate at first. It's a message board and it's divided into smaller forums, for specific states, issues, and relationships. For example, we have the Georgia forums, the forums for those who have Husbands and Boyfriends on the inside, and a forum called Prison Mail. You can post in threads that are already up and going or you can start your own with any questions or topics you'd like to discuss.

Does that help?!

I hope so! Welcome to PTO!!!
Jenn

who is the commissioner of vermont prison now?

Jenn, would you know?

Honestly, I have no idea... Let me look around.

Someone in the Vermont forums might know too...

I'll get back to ya...

Jenn

Rob Hoffman... (802)241-2442
Vermont Department of Corrections
103 South Main Street
Waterbury, Vermont 05671-1101

The duputy commissioner is Janice Ryan.

I hope that helps!!
Jenn

I feel the same way! I would much rather chat than post these ~ a chat room is so much more personal ~

Lady,

You have to realize that you won't get a lot of information in the chat room. If you are looking for state/prison specific information, you may not find someone there who can answer your questions. Take some time and check out our various forums, I think you'll find a lot of information as well as friendship and support!

Thanks for the info about the chat room ~ I'm not actually looking for any info tho ~ it's just fun to chat..

Sandy

I understand the reasons for having the requirements but it kind of sux for those of us that are here on legitimate reasons. Gotta love when a couple people ruin it for all. I have been to this site quite a few times in the past, but really haven't had much to say, I just registered today. My BF just got sent back, he was supposed to get out last friday but got kicked out of treatment and sent back now he won't be out until May or July depending :(

I'm sorry to hear about the bad news HizBabyGirl... that really is hard. Hang in there... I hope he gets to come home as soon as possible!!!

Jenn

I am also confused-I've been a member for several months now and still am unable (or allowed) to get into chat and I have no idea why...

Why am I unable to chat since I have been a member for quite a while-is it because I'm a Canadian-don't forget Kingston has quite a few penitentiaries but no support for the guys inside ,or the ladies outside...I only visit here once in a while because I find it very difficult to try and access other people to talk to...although I enjoy reading comments I would like to be able to participate also.

Wilkie, you do have enough posts and you've been a member long enough. Do you have the most recent version of Java installed? Please check at www.java.com.

When you try to log in, are you getting a box with a red X? If so, it is because of the java.

Hope that helps!
Jenn

Gah, never thought it'd be THAT complicated, BUT, I'll keep posting, and thanks for this thread, VERY useful

how can i find out my daughters father's actual releases date

ayeasha have you checked the doc page? http://www.cor.state.pa.us/inmatelocatorweb/

does anyone know anything about beckley west virginia federal prison

your message was very helpful, however, I am interested as to why these particular safegaurds are in place. They must be there for a reason. So it says you have maybe 197 days till your baby gets out. How come only maybe?? Is it a matter of whether or not he makes parole. That must be pretty hard living your life at the mercy of the parole board. Thanks for taking the time out to let me know why I was not able to tget into any of the chat rooms. Ta Britta1

Yeah, It can be hard at first but it gives you time to look around and become famialar with the site. I'm getting the hang of things.

Hope I get in soon can't wait to talk to you.

HELLO EVERY ONE HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR YOU TO KNOW WHERE ARE THEY GOING?

Try calling his counselor at the prison he is at. He should be able to tell you.

Sherrie

Well I Have Done Some Post But Sure Wish I Could Get In Chat Need Some Friends Who Know How I Feel As A Mother With Her Son In Jail I Also Don't Know If I'm Putting This Where It Needs To Be But Can Anyone Tell Me Exactly What A Class D Level 3 Is And How Serious Is This To Be Classified With This Please Anyone That Can Help Me Pm Me If You Can I Have Found This Web Site To Be Helpful And I Thank God Its Available

Well Worried/Mama... While you must make 25 posts AND be a member for a full 2 weeks before getting into the chat rooms, you might want to look at the forum for your state to answer your questions and the Parents with Children in prison forum is FULL of folks who can understand how you are feeling.

Feel free to post and maybe even start threads in either of those forums!! I am sure you can get some answers and support.

Hang in there!! And welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

I need someone to help me please! I am Me: Melissa from Costa Rica i am desperate now cause i dont know where my husband is..... He used to be in North Kern State Prison, but now he doesn't appear in the inmate information center so.....

It has been very difficult especially cause i am here...thousands of miles apart...

And i am trying to find him...

If u can help me i will be thankful ...forever...

Gracias!

Melissa SaVas.

Do u know someone there???? in North Kern State Prison is in Delano CA i think....

thanks for your help! i really appreciate it!!

Gracias!

Melissa SaVas.

Hello Melissa! I am not sure what state that North Kern is in, but if he is not in the inmate locator online, are you able to contact the state office to ask what information they can give you? They should be able to provide you with some guidance....

GOOD LUCK!
Jenn

PS! I see it's in California.... Opps! I would contact the state office. Make sure that they don't just have his name misspelled in the online database though! That sorta thing can happen!!

This is great stuff here, this is my 1st time on this website, thanks to all you people out there posting info so that i can be able to chat.
i hope to talk to you guys in a chat room soon.
:D

AHHH....

I can't believe the BS some people seem to cause to others...
I don't think it's cool that there's restrictions on being able to chat, I myself don't abuse the system, yes I don't post alot but I do read other people's post alot, and have learned alot from other people lending a word of support...
I hope this "NEW" rules takes care of these people who have nothing better to do with there time that harrass others. :)

Jus' venting alittle......:angry:

JUST LIKE INSIDE THERE WILL ALWAYS BE SOMEONE TO MESS IT UP FOR EVERY BODY. WHY IS THAT?

Sorry I sent a message but now it is almost impossible to me to find it! I need someone to help me cause i am looking for my husband i've no idea where he is...He used to be in North Kern State Prison but now he doesn't even appear in the inmate information center He is in Delano CA. This is killing me cause i am in COsta Rica and i ca not see him, nor talking to him so well please help me u can write to my e.mail E-mail addresses removed per PTO policies.

My baby and I will be really really thankful with u.... we need to find daddy!!!!!

Muchas Gracias!

Melissa SaVas.

Thank u very much Mrs Benji THANK U THANK U THANK U THANK U FOR UR HELP!!!!!!! BUT I'VE NO IDEA HOW TO FIND HIM!THNKS!!!!!!!!!!!

Melissa SaVas. and her baby ALbertito!

my lovedone's name is Omar Adalberto Arroyo, he is puertorican and his birthdate is 16/january/1973.

Thanks for ur support!!

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/search.php?searchid=382646

Melissa--- Please click the link above and it will show you all of your posts.

Look in your phone book for the phone number for the Department of Corrections and call the main number and they can advise you!

Good luck!
Jenn

I think what you are doing is wonderful, I have been in lots of chat rooms and some that say they are christains and their conversations leave a lot to be desired. For those of you that are sincere in what you are doing remember patience is a virtue. We're all waiting and have been waiting to contact our loved ones in one way or another. This to will pass.

ok i will keep posting and reading

I don't know how to post either And I am confused also...I need advice ASAP trying to post how did you?
Each message that you "post" on the boards are considered a post. The message you posted above is a post. :)

Hope that helps!!
Jenn

You just posted AloneAfraid!!!!

What sort of info or help are you looking for?

Jenn

I am wanting to mail some Music Lyrics to my friend in the Hamilton Unit in Bryan Texas in a 9 X 12 manilla envelope but not sure how many pages i am able to send at one time. i have searched procedures and cannot get in to the chat room to ask anyone if they would know. How do I find out? I know only 5 pages per regular size envelope but what about the big envelopes??? Thanks

Hello Barb!! I don't know about the Texas prisons, but I would suggest looking in the Texas forums. I am sure some of the ladies there can tell you if it isn't posted already.

Welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

hi mrs. benji, my name is mrs.hall and i'm lookingforward to attending the pto.

Hi Mrs Hall! I'm glad you've found us and joined. I look forward to seeing you around here as well!!!

Jenn

He just got to the first place before going to the prision where you get your # and he wants to know where to go from there does anyone know how to look this up?

emanonmom -- If your son is in TX... the ladies in the Texas forum can most likely help you get some info...

GOOD LUCK! And welcome to PTO!

Jenn

Im New To This Could Anyone Tell Me How To Post And Any Other Info That Might Help Thanks

You just posted! :)

What other info are you looking for?

:)

Jenn

I am new to this and wanting to talk wit someone that mite have a loved one in the Elmira Facility in NY. I x is in jail there and I am tryin to keep in contact with him and whomever else I can for the sake of our kids. I dont exactly kno what I am doing on here all I want is to talk with some other people and get some advice cus I hav never had a loved one in prison...Please help! thanks

well he sent me letters n stuff tellin me to look online n put in his DIN# and that would give me some info but i dont kno how to do that
I dont kno how long he will b in Elmira and neither does he

Once u do all 25 posts then what happens?

Is this for all that have loved ones in diff prisons?

The jail in my home town has where you can call and leave a mess for n inmate does ne 1 kno if u can do that for other jails?

Well, where to start!

If you go to NY state's website and do a search for "Inmate Locator" you should get a link where you can search for him by using his DIN.

Once you've made 25 posts and you've been a member for 2 weeks, you will be able to chat in our chatroom.

Yes, PTO is for people all over the world, but most of us have loved ones who are in prison in the US.

Jenn

Most jails do not take messages for the inmates and the prisons do not unless it is an emergency, like a death in the family.

Jenn

does ny one know how long you usually stay at downstate reception centil till your moved to your prison,and with a no violent crime do you usualy get in to a min facility?

Antniy... I don't know, but if you look in the NY forums, I am SURE you will find that info.

Here is the link... NY Forums (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=159)


GOOD LUCK!


Jenn

Makes perfect sense to me ! Don't need idiots with nothing constructive to contribute wasting everyone's time. Anyways, Jesus hears us all. And knowing this should help us all stay on the straight and narrow. One day soon enough, we shall all meet and rejoice !

hi everyone!!! i'm every new to this and i wanna know a little bit more about this.... is this a post? um... if not how do i post!!! i wanna get in a chat but i dont know how so please whoever reads this can i have a little more info thanks


TAYLOR:)

you can go to your state web site.... most of the time you can find a link where u put in his name and it tells you all the info u need

[SIZE=4][FONT=Franklin Gothic Medium]If anyone has a loved one in cook county jail, e-mail me at [B][COLOR="Red"]Email removed per PTO policy

hey talor2006.... wat sites can i go on to recieve more info about my loved one?

thanks i couldn't understand why i couldn't go to the chat room

I am not sure what I am doing here-just joined. I am hoping to learn more about what it is like to love someone in prison and not know what to do...

Welcome to PTO R2D2... what sort of information can I help you find?

I'm glad you joined us!!

Jenn

:( 25 posts then we can prision talk?

any chats from delaware

Lisa--- You can access the chatroom after 2 weeks and 25 posts.

But you CAN post on the boards... There is a forum just for Delaware. If you go to the main page, you can scroll down and you'll see it listed.

Welcome to PTO!!!

Jenn

Each post to any person weather it be support or helping with questions, is that considered a post? Also what is a junk post I read that those will not be accepted...

Looking forward to being able to get access to the chat room!!!

Yeap... each post counts DallasCowgirl!!! :)

Junk posts are the type of posts where you just post to up your post count. Things like "I agree," "Good," just, well, filler really, if that makes sense.

The post above is a post, and it isn't junk. :)

Look forward to seeing you in chat soon Misti!!!!

Jenn

This is definately helpful. I was getting annoyed and was never goin to 2 try to get into chat

Glad to be helpful in any way we can. :)

Hope you are chatting away luvzreeceycups!!! :)

Jenn

I'm new to this my man is in sci dallas in pa. Would like to talk to someone who knows the rules and regulations of the visits. really interested in how long the visits are on saturdays

Welcome to PTO Bitty1!!

There is TONS of info in the forum for the state of Pennsylvania and I am sure that we have at least a few members who visit SCI Dallas.

Check it out here... Pennsylvania Forums. (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=164)

Jenn

well i just found this site an i have two sons in prisons one in mountain city tn north east correctional facility an one in rush city mn things are alot different at both prisons an i need someone to talk with hope to be able to chat soon thanks woffer

i am still trying to find out how to use the post dont know how to get answers to what i post help !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! woffer

Have you managed to find the Kentucky forums Woffer??

Kentucky Forums
(http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=144)

If you go to "User CP" at the top of your screen, on the left, it will list the threads you have posted in.

Hope that helps!!

Jenn

:)

hell all

i am trying to figure this thing out, but its very confusing

It is a bit hard to figure out at first He's My Head, but you'll get the swing of it pretty quickly and then you'll be breezing through!!!

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

well u are in a different state, but here in michigan, if they are already in prison but are being moved to another one, then you wont know until they are moved, here if we look it up on the mdoc website it will tell us after we put in their prison number, but it takes 1 day after they get moved to another prison for us to know where they are.

i am new to this sorry if i am typing in wrong one so i have to be here and send 25 before i can chat

Yes, shannoncotten. Before you can get into the chatroom, you must have made 25 posts and been a member for 2 full weeks.

Remember though, you can post on the message boards. PTO is mainly a message board. The chat room is a TINY part of PTO!

Welcome!!!

Jenn

For the love a god,all I wnt is all the info we can get on dublin.womens low security,Thanks Renee

I am sure we have some info on the facility. I would start by doing a search using the word "Dublin" and whatever threads mention it will pop up.

Welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

Any ideas why I can't get into chat? It's been more than 2 weeks since I singned on, I have 25 post, I have Windows XP, so I shouldn't have to do anything with java, right? and it has been more than a couple of hours since I had 25 posts, but I can't get in. Will try again tomorrow I guess.

Now, I am getting confused, why does it say 21 posts now and earlier it said 26 posts for me? Is this counter right????

Let me type one more here and see if my counter number changes.

Yep, it changed to 23, but I know I had more than 25 earlier. Very confusing.

Any ideas why I can't get into chat? It's been more than 2 weeks since I singned on, I have 25 post, I have Windows XP, so I shouldn't have to do anything with java, right? and it has been more than a couple of hours since I had 25 posts, but I can't get in. Will try again tomorrow I guess.
If you notice next to your name you do not have 25 valid posts. You may have made 25 posts, but if they were junk posting for the purpose of getting into chat then they would have been removed.

Please make sure your posts are valid posts and not 25 spam posts

I just figured something out here, the number of posts is dynamic. When you post a new message it changes the number of post in all your old messages too. Hmmm, interesting.

So, it really doesn't tell you how many posts the person had at the time of posting, it tells you how many posts a person has NOW. Thinking out loud I guess, just didn't realize that before...

does anyone have a loved one in yardville new jersey, i am trying to find out how long it takes to get the visiting list approved

Kevinswife--You may want to look in the New Jersey forums. I am sure they can answer your question over there and I do believe there's a few members who have loved ones in Yardville. :)

Welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

If you HAVE made more than 25 posts (and it's been at least an hour) AND you have been a member for more than two weeks, if you are still not able to get into chat, it MAY be because you do not have Java installed.

See this thread for more help with that.

Java Help/Instructions. (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52089)

Again, if you still need help, feel free to let me or another staff member know!

Thanks!!
Jenn
How do i do a post? Or is this a post? If so how do i do my own thread? Not to sound stupid or nothing but i just don't know.

How do i do a post? Or is this a post? If so how do i do my own thread? Not to sound stupid or nothing but i just don't know.


It is a post!! :)

To start your own thread, you just go to the forum you want to post in and click the blue button on the upper left hand side that says "New Thread." It's pretty easy from there!!

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

hi, i'm new to this, how can i actually talk to people about my situations, with my ol' man that's locked up?:cool:

Well, you can post in threads like this crazescandi2004. :) There are THOUSANDS of threads on more topics than I could ever list. Most of us here have a loved on in prison currently. You may want to start in the Husbands and Boyfriends forum.

Welcome to PTO!! :)

Jenn

help i can not get into chat, have been there in past will not allow access not, says invalid password or id

Chat is temporarily down.

Jenn

what is the hole exactlly?

i tink it's no more than 20 pages it might be different. but you can call and ask how many pages you can send at one time. ask for the mail room and they should be able to tell you.

what is the hole exactlly?

In very general terms, the *Hole* is ad seg, where a prisoner is put... similar to "solitary confinement" with very little freedom to move about as he pleases.

Usually, prisoners are put there as a punishment or for protection.

Jenn

Thank you for your post of the new rules for chat and so now I understand alot better.


Thanks again and peace and love to all

shirley

Thanks, my questions were answered by just reading all your posts!

When i try to get into the chat room, i get an error msg that says i am an invalid user or have an invalid password. any idea?

At the moment, the chat room is unavailable. We are working on getting it fixed, but it will take a bit of time.

Keep an eye out for an update.

Thanks!
Jenn

What is Trustee Camp?

I understand one needs to post a certain amount of times before they can get into the chat room, but I dont know how many that is. :confused: Can anyone help me with that, and how do we know how many posts we have made or when we can get into chat?

If you will go back to the very first post in this thread, it will explain the requirements to access chat in detail. (You will need a minimum of 25 posts.)

If you look at any of the posts you have made, in the upper right corner of your post, you will see "Posts: ##" and that is how many posts you have made.

Jenn

why do you have to have so many post,please dont say thats the way it is PLEASE

Barbaratoo--- In order to access the chat room, you must meet BOTH of the requirements listed in the first post, but also, our chat room is temporarily unavilable for the time being, so enjoy the message boards. It is what PTO is about... And there is MUCH, MUCH, MUCH more information available on the boards than there could ever be in the chat room.

Hang in there! And welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

i have so many questions i need help with and i cant get help hit chat room

barbaratoo some people come into some chats just to stir up trouble. So PTO is requiring the people that really want to talk about prison situations to show their interest of getting in. They have had some troubles in this area.

dont fight about the pass if u wont a good tommorrw

i need to talk to someone that knows alittle about the court and probation system PLEASE:confused: Thank you so much for your time.
E-mail removed per PTO policy.

Barbaratoo--I would suggest looking in the Parole Forums and the state specific forum for the courts you have questions about.

Thanks!
Jenn

Thanks for all the helpful information!! How do you know when u have made 25 posts!!!!!!! Here's another one to add to my 25 !!! thanks again

When you look at your own posts, in the upper right corner, you should see "Posts:##" and that tells you how many you have and how many others have as well.

Hope that helps!
Jenn

i would like to know how i can become a member so i can get into a chat room after i get my post done

Well Tammy, since you're already posting, you are well on your way!

You just have to meet BOTH of the requirements outlined in the first post, and once the chat room is up and running again (It is down at the moment.) you will be able to access the chat room.

GOOD LUCK!
Jenn

Does posting mean asking questions or threading?

Yes, afriendincali. Most any post you make adds to your post count. :)

Jenn

Hey I'm confused, I could get on chat recently and now I can't??? Is the chat room down?? Someone please let me know. tx les

Nevermind, i found the thread saying it was still down. tx

Nevermind, i found the thread saying it was still down. tx

Also now you will have to have 25 posts in order to get into chat

Actually, members who have been active members for more than 6 months are only required to have a lower number. It's sort of a "Grandfather-ed in" method, but it is there...

Good reminder though!

Jenn

I agree with you. I can't wait to finally be able to vent to people who really understand what its like to have a loved one incarcerated.

I wonder if there is a state web site like Michigan that can allow people to see other prisoners information from other states??

what is a thread?

themrsforbes---

A thread is a string of posts about one topic... the threads are the different *titles* that you see as well.

Most states DO have inmate locators, but not all are available online. Usually, if there is a specific state you are interested in, you can Google "Inmate Locator" and the name of the state and it will pop up.

Hope that helps!
Jenn

how do you tell if you can get into chat? i would like to chat. that would be cool. if ya can let me know i would really appreciate it. thanks Tifferz

Please re-read the first post in this thread Tifferz... it explains it.

At the moment, chat is unavailable due to some technical issues, but when it is back up, and you've met the requirements, you just click "Chat" on the top toolbar of the webpage and it will take you into the Chat room.

:)

Jenn

How do I get to a forum discussing Nevada?:confused:

How do I get to a forum discussing Nevada?:confused:

Here ya go http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=155

how do you tell if you can get into chat? i would like to chat. that would be cool. if ya can let me know i would really appreciate it. thanks Tifferz


If you have 25 posts and have been a member two weeks or longer you should be able to get in now that chat is back up.Just look at the top in the middle on this page and click chat to enter

im knew this site and i have a few questionsthat needs to be answer asap.can sum 1 please help me?

how do i get my replys?

im knew this site and i have a few questionsthat needs to be answer asap.can sum 1 please help me?

Depending on what questions you have, we have different forums to post them in...

If you go here...

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/index.php

It will give you a listing of all of the different forums to help you decide where to ask your question!!!

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

ty for keeping me posted

i am trying to figure this posting thing out. any one else new here

i am new at this to. i am feeling a little lost. I would really like to chat.

I guess I am supposed to be posting to be able to chat. I am having a bad day and would really like to chat with someone going through this too.:(

still can't get in need 25 post this is #10

This is my 25th post and I am still not able to get in to Chat, is there something else I should do?

I guess I am supposed to be posting to be able to chat. I am having a bad day and would really like to chat with someone going through this too.:(

Hi Squirrel!!

This website is more about posting on the message boards than about chat. If you do a search, I am SURE you will find at least a few threads about any topic you are looking for....

I'm sorry you were having a bad day and I hope it gets better soon....

Hang in there!!!

Jenn

still can't get in need 25 post this is #10

Hang in there Mia Isearl!!! And remember, there's lots more folks to interact with when posting than there EVER is in chat...

Usually, there's less than 10-15 people in Chat and there are 300-400 members online posting!! :)

Jenn

This is my 25th post and I am still not able to get in to Chat, is there something else I should do?

Hi Chrissie!!

You have to make 25 posts AND be a member for two full weeks. Your join date was 2/7, so the earliest you could get into chat would be 2/22. And your post count is in the upper right corner of all of your posts, and updates with each post you make. At the moment, it looks as though you have 32 posts. Way to go!

Hang in there! Keep posting!! :)

Jenn

When is the date that I can start chatting?

You should be able to access the room now Delly, since you have been a member for more than 6 months...

Jenn

thanks so much for the information i was wondering why i could not enter chat room

i cant get into chat either...:(

ButterflyX's--Your join date was 2-12... it takes TWO full weeks as well as enough posts before you can get into the chat room...

Folks, please remember... you have to meet BOTH requirements....

Jenn

ButterflyX's--Your join date was 2-12... it takes TWO full weeks as well as enough posts before you can get into the chat room...

Folks, please remember... you have to meet BOTH requirements....

Jenn
sorry, i should have read it more thouroughly :o

Thank You. I am trying to get information about Buttner North Carolina low security prison and what type of drug program is there. Also about the transition to a drug program and halfway house. My brother is being moved from Oklahoma to North Carolina in the next month or so. Any info or help or advice I can get to him would be great.

Thanks

Donna
Ohio

sorry, i should have read it more thouroughly :o

No worries!! It's a VERY common question!! :)

Jenn

Thank You. I am trying to get information about Buttner North Carolina low security prison and what type of drug program is there. Also about the transition to a drug program and halfway house. My brother is being moved from Oklahoma to North Carolina in the next month or so. Any info or help or advice I can get to him would be great.

Thanks

Donna
Ohio

Hi Donna! Welcome to PTO!!

I am sure there is some info you'd find helpful in the North Carolina forum. You may want to post an intro there and and ask your questions there. They may even have threads about that specific facility.

Also, our drug treatment forum may have some good info for you. I'd look at both!

GOOD LUCK!

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

I have my two weeks in but still trying to get enough posts in.

i'm new at this so if someone could help me i would apperciate it.thankj you i have a cousin that is in prison i thought this would be a great place to come to talk to people about it

lisa/quote

Welcome to PTO Lisa...

Is there something specific you are looking for?

Jenn

I'm trying to find out about the requirements Arkansas Parole Board requires once someone makes Parole. Things like home plan, etc. What are the stipulations etc?
Does my nephew have certain paperwork to fill out/then what happens. He made parole and they told him he would be out in 60 days. THanks

First of all, welcome to PTO and CONGRATS on your nephew's release!!!

I would suggest looking in the Arkansas forum for more info. The folks there can answer your questions, but the answers may already be posted!!

GOOD LUCK!
Jenn

My boyfriend is awaiting trial and is in Jail on a $50,000 CASH Bond. I am going crazy because this is the first time anything has happend like this to me. I just need to talk and get advice and maybe I can help someone else in someway. Anyway, I hope and wish the best for all.

Missing my man in Mississippi

Just wanted to know the required amount of threads, or conditions it takes to enter the chat room. Like many here i am in need of chatting to people who are in the same position i am, and away from the one they love, until society allows us to be together. Tomorrow February 21st i will be going into the hospital here in Kamloops, B.C. for surgery, so hopefully by the time i'm up and around i'll be able to talk with everyone in the chat room. Thanks for listening. Ede's gal

My boyfriend is awaiting trial and is in Jail on a $50,000 CASH Bond. I am going crazy because this is the first time anything has happend like this to me. I just need to talk and get advice and maybe I can help someone else in someway. Anyway, I hope and wish the best for all.

Missing my man in Mississippi

You are in the right place RedNJuls. You will find plenty of understanding and experience here.

Hang in there!!!!

Jenn

ok, not only am i new to this site. i am new to this whole internet game. so i am going to need lots of help.

:confused: ok, not only am i new to this site. i am new to this whole internet game. so i am going to need lots of help.

i dont have anyone in jail,in my country we have a different juditial system.not as harsh as yours . some people think we are to soft.what do you think?

I would really like to get into the chat rooms though.understand the system better. and hopfully cheer someone up. I can chat all day. and if that helps, then thats all good

Hey I really like this site. I think it is very helpful.

I am new to this site. I have a family member in Prison in W.A.

What kind of system do you have over there?

Hey does anyone know how to get into chat.:(

How do you know how many post you have done?

Never mind I just found out.

I would really like to get into the chat rooms though.understand the system better. and hopfully cheer someone up. I can chat all day. and if that helps, then thats all good

Samantha73, if you'll read the first post in this thread, it explains the requirements to get into the chat room. It will be a bit before you can get in, but we look forward to having you in there! Until then, make yourself at home in the forums!!!! And if you need any help finding your way around, just let us know!!!

Jenn

Hey does anyone know how to get into chat.:(


Latina85, please read the first post of this thread for information in how to get into chat.

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

I have already done 25 posts and I still can not get into chat. What am I missing.

Latina, you must meet BOTH requirements to access the chat room. The length of membership AND the post count.

Thanks!
Jenn

I am new here. Can someone help me. What do you mean by having 25 posts?

It means you have to leave messages just like you did here 25 times then you can get in to chat..I am working on it..LOL..Sue:)

AHHH....

I can't believe the BS some people seem to cause to others...
I don't think it's cool that there's restrictions on being able to chat, I myself don't abuse the system, yes I don't post alot but I do read other people's post alot, and have learned alot from other people lending a word of support...
I hope this "NEW" rules takes care of these people who have nothing better to do with there time that harrass others. :)

Jus' venting alittle......

We all have to do our time. You should have known that!;)

thanks

I have made my 25 post..Yeahhhhhhhh!!! now to figure out how long I have been here.

YAH Cajun Sue!!!!

If you click your own user name in your post, then select "View Public Profile" you can scroll down and see your join date and yours was 2.13.06.

So.... you should officially be able to get into the chat room tomorrow!! What great timing!! :)

Jenn

Ok I have been here 14 days today and I have made the 25 post so tonight is Texas chat and I should be able to get in right?:thumbsup:

It depends on what time you registered and confirmed the registration. Unfortunately, I can't see that and if you don't remember, try it and find out is my best advice. If you can't get in, you'll be able to get in after midnight tonight.

Jenn

Ok thank you so much for your help. It will be nice talking to some of you. Sue:thumbsup:

I am looking for someone in Daber CF. His name is Ronald Goff. If anyone could help me, I would appreciate it.

Thank you for letting me know the requirements of being able to go and chat..I am looking forward to being able to go in the chat rooms...Till then I will wait patiently and do what is required of me....:dance:

I am looking for someone in Daber CF. His name is Ronald Goff. If anyone could help me, I would appreciate it.

Wilma--I would suggest going to the TN DOC's website to use their inmate locator. It will give you his address and location.

Unfortunately, inmates do NOT have access to the internet.

Thanks! Welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

thanks alot. I was trying to figure out how to post. I've benn a membewr for about three weeks. Thanks again. Stina Turner

i need the addy to the coastal state prison in ga so i can find out how to get there so i can see my husband

can sombody help me i haven't seen him for 4 months

Have you tried looking on the VA Department of Corrections website?

Jenn

Hello, im new, yes, is there anyone on here?

Welcome to PTO aworkingmiracle!

Jenn

Does anyone here know anyone in Menard CC.

I think you've already found the IL forum, but most likely, that would be the place to find info if Menard is located in IL. :)

GOOD LUCK!
Jenn

Iam having problems getting in every time I go to chat it shows a blank box with an x in the corner nothing happens when I click o the x is it my compute??????

Iam having problems getting in every time I go to chat it shows a blank box with an x in the corner nothing happens when I click o the x is it my compute??????


Try going to www.java.com... Sounds like you need an update!!

If that doesn't work, let me know!

Thanks!

Jenn

I have some knowledge of visitor restriction if you can contact me in any way. It would be very difficult to discuss this online. Is there a way that I can give you my email address on here and then you can contact me by phone or I can meet you in person?

I don't know if I am making any sense to all of this. I have been on the this site for about 3 hours now, and also new to this site. I was wondering if you could help me with this thread thing.
I do also have two brothers, one is in fed prison and the other in state prison. I just want to talk to someone, someone live. I do have yahoo IM and 2 email addresses. E-mail addresses removed by MrsBenji. Please could you contact me. I thank you for your time. Lynn

I have some knowledge of visitor restriction if you can contact me in any way. It would be very difficult to discuss this online. Is there a way that I can give you my email address on here and then you can contact me by phone or I can meet you in person?

What sort of info are you talking about?

Jenn

I don't know if I am making any sense to all of this. I have been on the this site for about 3 hours now, and also new to this site. I was wondering if you could help me with this thread thing.
I do also have two brothers, one is in fed prison and the other in state prison. I just want to talk to someone, someone live. I do have yahoo IM and 2 email addresses. E-mail addresses removed by MrsBenji. Please could you contact me. I thank you for your time. Lynn

I *think* you've found your way, at least a bit now.

Hang in there Lynn!

Jenn

Hopeing to get my posts in so i can chat. Would like to find out if anyone has a loved one in Wa. St. Penn. w/ the lockdown that went on last wk.

The only thing with posting is, you don't normally get a response or it takes weeks for someone to just read it! It's hard to post if there isn't much dicussion going on, especially in the area I'm from. I rather talk to people who are in MD or have someone in jail in MD.

Agates---Check out the WA state forum... there's others there who can give you info about that I'm sure!!!

Mickey1981--Have you visited the MD forum? There are others there who have specific experience with the MD prison systems and who are in MD....

Good luck!
Jenn

hi can u give me some advice on this ?

What sort of advice are you looking for oceangurl74?

Jenn

Hi All, I Am New To This, So If Someone Can Help Me, Please Do So. I Have A Friend In Prison But I Don't Know If I Am Approve To Go And See Him. Does Parchman Have A Web Site Where I Can Go And Check His Inmate Visitation List? If You Have Any Info, It Will Most Helpful. Thank You

You can't check their visitation lists. You can call the facility to verify if you are approved yet or not. You can also check the state forum for where Parchman is located and that will most likely give you tons more info!

Welcome to PTO!!

Jenn

[quote=MrsBenji]With the changes, many newer members (and a few old ones!) cannot get into chat.

First of all, read this thread and it may apply to you. New Chat Policy. (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147592)

If you have made less than 25 posts AND you have been a member for less than two weeks, you will not be able to access the Chat feature right away OR if you have been a member for longer than 6 months you can get in with 5 or more posts.

Members who have been active for six months or longer, must only have a total of five posts in order to access the chat rooms.

PTO is a HUGE board with TONS and TONS of information, support, and encouragement and chat is one of the smaller areas to find this.

Feel free to look around and participate in threads that have already been started. If you want feedback or have a question, start a thread in the forum that best relates to your question. For example, if you have a question about seeing the parole board in Texas, begin with the Texas forums because that is where you will find the most knowledgeable folks about that subject. If you just need to rant about having to deal with the situation, the Hear to Hear You forum is a great place!

And easy way to get started is by clicking "Unread Posts." This will show you threads that have recently been posted, but that you have not read.

Odds are that someone else has had the same question or worry that you have. Using the search feature is a great way to find posts/threads that are on the topic. On the top toolbar, you can see "Search." By clicking this, you can type in a key word or phrase and it will give you a list of all of the threads that contain that word or phrase.

Replying to a thread is easy to do. At the bottom of each thread, there is a box for you to type a reply. Or, if you would like to quote someone else'e response, simply click on quote in the same box as their reply, and it will take you to where you can type in your response. Click submit and you will see your post added to the thread!

To begin a new thread of your own, find the forum you want to post in. At the top of the screen in that forum is a blue button that says "New Thread." Click there and you will see a box similar to the one where you make replies, except you will need to include a title. Remember to be specific about what you are talking about! After you have typed your message, click submit and you will be taken to your new thread.

By posting in a thread or by creating your own thread, you will subscribe to it. That means that when you click User CP, you will see when someone else has replied.

If you still have questions or need help, feel free to contact me or any other staff member and we will make sure you get the hang of it.

I am looking for an inmate in Oakdale, Iowa......I don't know what i am doing really, I just want to find him, we lost contact for a while, and we have a daughter together, and i really love him.............help?? his name is Richard Jacobson, and his number is 0206177

looking for Richard (Rick) Jacobson.......last i knew he was in Oakdale Penn, Iowa.my email is Please PM member.

looking for Richard (Rick) Jacobson.......last i knew he was in Oakdale Penn, Iowa.my email is Please PM member.

Have you tried looking on the Iowa Dept of Corrections webpage? Most states have an inmate locator that will help you to find where an inmate is currently being held.

Good luck!

Welcome to PTO!

Jenn

what is a post? and how do you get them so you can get into the chat rooms?

what is a post? and how do you get them so you can get into the chat rooms?

That is a post and you've made 4 at this very moment!!

GOOD GOING!

Jenn

i don't see why we have to have at least 25 posts? is there a reason? i believe anyone should be able to chat ....with posting

I need someone to talk to...I'm going thru the motions and I'm depressed my fiance just got sentenced three days ago and I'm so sick of people telling me how I should feel and some peoples negativity. If I wanted someone to bring me down I couold do that myself!!!I need to be uplifted, and I praying to God for strength but there is so much pain in my heart!

i don't see why we have to have at least 25 posts? is there a reason? i believe anyone should be able to chat ....with posting

Unfortunately, there are reasons and some have been discussed in this thread. Unfortunately, there are folks out there who want to cause trouble and SPAM any chat rooms they can find, to start with and those two reasons are the beginning of a list. While it is difficult at first to get the swing of nagivating PTO, the message board IS the focus of the website and the chat room is VERY low traffic compared to the boards and the chat room is more of a place to relax instead of somewhere that you can get answers to questions.

And you'll be surprised how easy it is to get 25 posts!! :)

Jenn

I need someone to talk to...I'm going thru the motions and I'm depressed my fiance just got sentenced three days ago and I'm so sick of people telling me how I should feel and some peoples negativity. If I wanted someone to bring me down I couold do that myself!!!I need to be uplifted, and I praying to God for strength but there is so much pain in my heart!

Hang in there! It is hard and it's completely natural to feel how ever you feel! It's hard to have our loved ones be taken away, even if they have done something wrong. That doesn't change how we feel about them. We still love them and care about them.

Keep praying and take Good care of yourself!!!

Jenn

I have not been on a while, and i logged in today for the first in a while and was unable to get in to the chat.
i found your thread very helpful thank you for putting the info up for me to find and read.

Ok Well Thanks For That This Is My First Time Gettin On Here So Didnt Know Anything About This So It Helped Out Alot...so Thanks For Postin This....

[quote=ISELA909]Ok Well Thanks For That This Is My First Time Gettin On Here So Didnt Know Anything About This So It Helped Out Alot...so Thanks For Postin This....OK WELL THANKS ONCE AGAIN I HOPE I CAN FIND MY WAY AROUND HERE IT SEEMS KINDA COMPLECATED

aslam o alaqum
i m faisal khan from karachi
i m 25 mechanical engineer
want a friend only true basese
pls don't maind r u blv in Allah u can blv me i m not a cheater
if u meet me online
E-mail removed per PTO policy.
take care Allah hafiz

Friendship is a quiet walk in the park with the one you trust
Love is when you feel like you are the only two around

Friendship is when they gaze into your eyes and you know they care
Love is when they gaze into your eyes and it warms your heart

Friendship is being close even when you are far apart
Love is when you can still feel their hand on your heart when they are not near

Friendship is hoping that they experience the very best
Love is when you bring them the very best

Friendship occupies your mind
Love occupies your soul

A - You can be very quiet when you have something on your mind.

B - You are always cautious when it comes to meeting new people.

C - You definitely have a partier side in you, don't be shy to show it.

D - You have trouble trusting people.

E - You are a very exciting person.

F - Everyone loves you.

G - You have excellent ways of viewing people.

H - You are not judgmental.

I - You are always smiling and making others smile.
J - Jealously

K - You like to try new things.

L - Love is something you deeply believe in.

M - Success comes easily to you.

N - You like to work, but you always want a break.

O - You are very open-minded.

P - You are very friendly and understanding.

Q - You are a hypocrite.

R - You are a social butterfly.

S - You are very broad-minded.

T - You have an attitude, a big one.

U - You feel like you have to equal up to people's standards.

V - You have a very good physique and looks.

W - You like your privacy.

X - You never let people tell you what to do.

Y - You cause a lot of trouble.

Z - You're always fighting with someone

I don't understand how this worksand could use some directions on how to do this posting. Do you click on something in the box your reading or where. I also am computer illiterate. I hope I did this right.

im not sure what Im doing..Im new to this website, and I need help. My brother was in Ocean County Jail in New Jersey, and he recently overdosed on drugs and was in a coma. We are trying to get him into a rehab, and Im not sure where to go, or what to do. My brother doesnt have health insurance, and we cant afford to pay for him to go into rehab. He gets out of the hospital on Monday, and he has to go before the judge. Does anyone have any ideas?

Thank You,
Steves

Okay a little bummed here. I have over the 25 required posts but i still can not get into chat????

Whats wrong??? I have downloaded Java so i know its not that...

It simply states i don't have permission to enter....

I don't understand how this worksand could use some directions on how to do this posting. Do you click on something in the box your reading or where. I also am computer illiterate. I hope I did this right.

Welcome to PTO!

I think you've figured out how to post! You did it!!! :)

Hang in there!!!

Jenn

im not sure what Im doing..Im new to this website, and I need help. My brother was in Ocean County Jail in New Jersey, and he recently overdosed on drugs and was in a coma. We are trying to get him into a rehab, and Im not sure where to go, or what to do. My brother doesnt have health insurance, and we cant afford to pay for him to go into rehab. He gets out of the hospital on Monday, and he has to go before the judge. Does anyone have any ideas?

Thank You,
Steves

Welcome to PTO Steves!

GOOD LUCK on Monday!!!! I don't have any advice or ideas for you, but I would suggest looking in the New Jersey forum. I'm sure the folks in NJ might have better suggestions!!!

HANG IN THERE!!!!

Jenn

Okay a little bummed here. I have over the 25 required posts but i still can not get into chat????

Whats wrong??? I have downloaded Java so i know its not that...

It simply states i don't have permission to enter....


Hang in there!!!

You'll be able to get into the chat room tomorrow!!!!

Jenn

Hi okie, I have someone at Joseph Harp in Lexington, I am new to this also but looks like I will be here for awhile, til June of 2008 at least.

So you have to post 25 times to get on well I believe this is number 4 so here I go

So you have to post 25 times to get on well I believe this is number 4 so here I go


You also have to be a member for a full two weeks.

:)

Jenn

I to am new at this and need help. I need someone to talk to and get surport.

My son is at Bullock . Does anyone else have someone there?

My son is at Bullock . Does anyone else have someone there?

Welcome to PTO Gemini001949!!

If you look in the state forum for the facility, I am sure you will find some others who have a loved one there.

Hang in there!!

Jenn

whats happening with the chat room

whats happening with the chat room

If you read the first post of this thread, it describes the requirements to access chat..

Thanks!

Jenn

I'm new to this site. Can anyone tell me how to get into a chat?

ok i will keep reading and i hope i am posting right so i can get to chat.if anyone can tell me if i am doing this right i would greatly appreciate it thanks.

FranG--Please read the first post in this thread. It explains how to access the chat room.


Joeyhrtz--You are posting right on!!


Welcome to PTO, both of you!!

Jenn

can someone please tell me how to get into chat. what are the requirements????

can someone please tell me how to get into chat. what are the requirements????


Please read the first post in this thread.

Thanks!

Jenn

how can I join clubs or groups? Im new here but I have my 25 posts and I think I've been here more than two weeks. Im just not sure how to join the groups or clubs.

If you visit the PTO Lounge, you'll see a forum just for the clubs called the Clubhouse. :) You can feel free to join in with any of those!!! :)

Jenn

I'm New 2, How Does A Person Get Into A Chat Room?

I'm New 2, How Does A Person Get Into A Chat Room?

Please read the FIRST post in this thread.

Jenn

Triing 2 Find Some Info On A Inmate In Maysville Prison In Ohio

Triing 2 Find Some Info On A Inmate In Maysville Prison In Ohio


If you go to the PTO Index (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/index.php), you can scroll down to find our Ohio forum. There is quite a bit of info there, as well as our forum called Lost in the System where you can find help locating an inmate as well.

Hope that helps!
Jenn

Thanx

Jen Thanx

I am not sure how to get into live chat. I really need to talk to someone regarding my legal situation. I am a 2 time previous offender and after 6 years off paper I found my self in another jam. I made a plea of 2-10 DOC sentence and have a PSI sceduled next week. I don't remember ever getting a PSI before. I also have an interview for community corrections so I am not sure what is going on. I don't have any clue what is involved with the PSI and my attorney has yet to return my call after 2 1/2 weeks of trying to call him. Please help me get into the chat room.
thank you.

I am not sure how to get into live chat. I really need to talk to someone regarding my legal situation. I am a 2 time previous offender and after 6 years off paper I found my self in another jam. I made a plea of 2-10 DOC sentence and have a PSI sceduled next week. I don't remember ever getting a PSI before. I also have an interview for community corrections so I am not sure what is going on. I don't have any clue what is involved with the PSI and my attorney has yet to return my call after 2 1/2 weeks of trying to call him. Please help me get into the chat room.
thank you.


You won't be able to access the chat as the information in the first post of this thread states, but you are much more likely to find answers by posting your questions in the Colorado forum. If you go to the PTO Index (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/index.php)page, you can scroll down to the CO forum. (Unless you are facing Fed charges and then you'd visit the Fed forum.)

Hang in there!!

Jenn

I found the information regarding the two week trial period and the 25 solid posts. I understand the reasoning and think that the things that are being brought up are important to each of us, its our lives we are talking about. Although I am not upset about the two weeks, I still don't get how I can get information needed. Or how I reach 25 solid posts

Thank you Jen. I found the Colorado Forum page. you have no idea how much your 3 words mean at this moment. "Hang in there".

Thank you Jen. I found the Colorado Forum page. you have no idea how much your 3 words mean at this moment. "Hang in there".

I know all too well. For lots of us, hanging on it about all we can manage sometimes... And I'm sure the folks who have experience with CO can give you a better idea than others...

Let us know if there's anything else we can do to help!

Jenn

cool i think its nice that there are limitations on what a new member can do...that way n e one can't just come on chat and mess with people who r really trying to have a conversation a