I WANTED TO BE THE FIRST ONE TO START OUR CLUBHOUSE OVER LADIES WE HAVE MADE IT THROGH ANOTHER YEAR AND NOW WE HAVE DONE THIS TOGETHER. I LOVE ALL YOU GUYS:grouphug:

Girl we LOVE YOU TOO!

Woo Hoo third one to check into the club house! Have a good one ladies!

I am here too, ready to chat...how's everyone doing today?

I am here too, ready to chat...how's everyone doing today?

I find myself in a good mood today! I finished my Christmas shopping last night and all I have to do is go to my in'laws tomorrow morning and play Santa. Im gonna be visiting this Saturday and I just cant wait.. I miss him so much, and on Sunday Im gonna do my rounds with family. Honestly Im just excited that this year is almost over.. holidays havnt been too fun for the past 3 years.

For New Years..My kids and I might go to this Restaurant in my town. If you all are ever in Downey and like Japanese.. this place is beautiful. Its nice and dark.. they have someone playing a piano and in the middle of the restaurant is this big pond with Koi Fish swimming around... its just gorgeous! They have a great New Years celebration and its kid friendly.

Ladies, what are your plans for New Years?

YAY a new club house. I hope all of you wonderful ladies had wonderful days, me and my second uterus are doing just fine lol!!! Work is real busy with the Christmas rush, so thank goodness that a starbucks just opened next to my work.

Hello Ladies,

Claudia, I am glad you are going to visit, enjoy. I was going to go but I think the weather is going to be bad. :( Ladies, hope you all are doing well. I was invited to two parties and probably won't go to either. My ton is a little small and that's all I need is rumors to start flying. Hope you all enjoy the holidays.

I am here too, ready to chat...how's everyone doing today?

Im here too ladies, not doing well but Im here, since at this time this is where I find my peace and comfort. Im glad to see good things are going on in everyones life keeping them busy and that you all are in the holiday spirit. My holiday party has been cancelled and I wont be up to visit but I will be here on pto so keep writing and I will keep reading.

Much love to you all
Crystal

p.s. I will be putting in some more polls so make sure you all participate. Lisa has been dubbed "007" and you all can call me the "Poll Queen" lol I might even venture out and put in some surveys so keep your eyes open, we gonna make CMC one of the best forums on PTO !!

So this is where we are chatting now......great!!! Well i have good news, I just got my dates for my family visits Yippee!!!:yay: :yay: :yay: I'm so excited, i havent seen him since august so it will be 6 months by the time i get to see him.

I hope you are alll doing well :grouphug:

So this is where we are chatting now......great!!! Well i have good news, I just got my dates for my family visits Yippee!!!:yay: :yay: :yay: I'm so excited, i havent seen him since august so it will be 6 months by the time i get to see him.

I hope you are alll doing well :grouphug:

Im so happy for you ..lucky girl! This time is gonna fly and you'll be with him soon!:)

I am so happy for you.:) You will enjoy yourself. My next one is March a few days after our Anniversary.

Hello ladies,
I am all new to this but I wanna join in. You were all so sweet about answering my questions about my son being in the hole and welcoming me to pto. You gals seem like a great bunch. So I am here to chat and I'll be the mother hen of the bunch. Now we have a poll taker, a 007 and a mother hen. LOL Just what you girls need is another mother. Your all so young and I'm kinda old so.....
Julie

Hey ladies, just coming to check in. I am having such a great week!!1 I haven't been hit by the "Missing my man blues", I was hit hard last month jso maybe that's why. I am planning on going on Christmas so this will be the first time I've ever seem him on Christmas and I am super excited.

As for Christmas can you believe I have yet to buy 1 present!! I had a list of things I wanted to get for my kids and my mom took the list and divided it up with my grandma and brought everything to help me out. So I am completly stomped. I think I am going to give them a library(sp?), they love to read so I might go out a buy them their own book shelf and drop $100 to feel up the shelf and then buy cloths. All I know is times is almost out.

I had something so wonderful happen 2 days ago. Here's the story- I met a guy named Brian when I was 13 we became best friends instantly (No relationship-I dated his bestfriend & he dated mine). Right after Sept. 11 he joined the Air force and the last time I seen or spoke to him was over 4 years ago. I tried finding him but had no luck and then 2 years ago I was told that he passed away. I decided to start doing a search on him and to really find out answers, he is my son's godfather and I thought my son need to know what type of man and hero he was (my kid's father is hardly in their lives). As I typed in his name his picture popped up and it was current!!!! He is alive!!!! I instantly started to cry and lost all control. I was able to get an email out to him and he responded and was just as happy as I am. To top it off he will be home tomorrow and his mom stays 15 minutes from me!!!!! I can't wait to see him and just catch up on his life. This is truly one of the best girts I have had in a long time.

But with all this happiness comes an issue. TJ does not like me having men as friends. He says it is disrespectful. So far that has not been a issue. I have known Brian even before I met TJ and he has helped me when I thought I was alone. I have told TJ about Brian and that he passed away. I know TJ is not going to like nor approve of my friendship. So ladies how do I go about this? I know I have to be honest and tell him that I found him and that I have emailed him and given him my phone number but how do I get him to see that it is okay to have a friend of an opposite sex?

Julie, I need your motherly advice here, 007 please help, poll maker go to the polls and give me some stats-lol! I need help!!!

Anyways to everyone HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES!!!

I LOVE ALL OF YOU SO MUCH!!!!!

Drena

Hey ladies, just coming to check in. I am having such a great week!!1 I haven't been hit by the "Missing my man blues", I was hit hard last month jso maybe that's why. I am planning on going on Christmas so this will be the first time I've ever seem him on Christmas and I am super excited.

As for Christmas can you believe I have yet to buy 1 present!! I had a list of things I wanted to get for my kids and my mom took the list and divided it up with my grandma and brought everything to help me out. So I am completly stomped. I think I am going to give them a library(sp?), they love to read so I might go out a buy them their own book shelf and drop $100 to feel up the shelf and then buy cloths. All I know is times is almost out.

I had something so wonderful happen 2 days ago. Here's the story- I met a guy named Brian when I was 13 we became best friends instantly (No relationship-I dated his bestfriend & he dated mine). Right after Sept. 11 he joined the Air force and the last time I seen or spoke to him was over 4 years ago. I tried finding him but had no luck and then 2 years ago I was told that he passed away. I decided to start doing a search on him and to really find out answers, he is my son's godfather and I thought my son need to know what type of man and hero he was (my kid's father is hardly in their lives). As I typed in his name his picture popped up and it was current!!!! He is alive!!!! I instantly started to cry and lost all control. I was able to get an email out to him and he responded and was just as happy as I am. To top it off he will be home tomorrow and his mom stays 15 minutes from me!!!!! I can't wait to see him and just catch up on his life. This is truly one of the best girts I have had in a long time.

But with all this happiness comes an issue. TJ does not like me having men as friends. He says it is disrespectful. So far that has not been a issue. I have known Brian even before I met TJ and he has helped me when I thought I was alone. I have told TJ about Brian and that he passed away. I know TJ is not going to like nor approve of my friendship. So ladies how do I go about this? I know I have to be honest and tell him that I found him and that I have emailed him and given him my phone number but how do I get him to see that it is okay to have a friend of an opposite sex?

Julie, I need your motherly advice here, 007 please help, poll maker go to the polls and give me some stats-lol! I need help!!!

Anyways to everyone HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES!!!

I LOVE ALL OF YOU SO MUCH!!!!!

Drena

Drena, that is such a wonderful story on you finding your friend again. If anyone knows about male friendships being a problem.. its me! As you know Derrick and I had a great friendship. His death really hurt me and I miss him very much. My man wasnt too happy about the friendship he also felt that it was disrespectful for us to be so close. We would talk everyday and we would all go out with him and his girlfriend so it was never nothing more than a friendship. It was an argument but I never hid my friendship with him. He was as much my friend as my girl friends are. My man believes that NO man wants to be JUST your friend. That may be true alot of the time but Derrick proved to be different.. he was like a brother. T.J. may just be feeling insecure just as J.B. does. Its a Macho thing I guess. Have you told him yet that you are in contact with your friend? Do you think that T.J just feels insecure because he's in there? Maybe things will change when he gets out and wont be bothered by a friendship with your kids godfather .

For all of you that will be visiting this weekend here's a look at the weather for San Luis Obispo. Bring a sweater because it does get chilly these days.


http://www.weather.com/activities/other/other/weather/weekend.html?locid=93409&from=36hr_topnav_undeclared

I haven't been able to tell him because I don't get phone calls. But I will tell him, don't believe in secrets.

Drena,
Oh what a sweet story. I would always be honest with your man. Honesty is what a relationship is based on. Your TJ knows that Brian is your son's godparent? So he has to expect that you would have some sort of an relationship with Brian as would your son. Just make TJ feel real secure with your love and ask him to trust you. It takes two to tango. If TJ doesn't trust you then he will always have some real issues. All these men even my hubby of 15 years have all this macho crap going on in their heads and between their legs. Honesty is always the best.

Hugs Julie

Drena,

Honesty is the best policy. I have male friends because I usually get along with them more then females because sometimes with females comes to much drama. :) My husband doesn't trip on me having males as friends he trips on stuff like me going to the Christmas party my job gave the other night and men hitting on me or the fact that he isn't here to go with me because he knows everyone I work with because he use to work there as well before he started iron work. He told me that he didn't really mind me going but that while he was in there his mind sometimes wonders. I believe that is whats going on with most men in there who can not be there for their families and wife etc, so then they start to feel a little insecure. Tell him the truth and go from there. You know I wish you all the best. Keep us posted.

Good morning everyone! I want to wish all of you a Merry Christmas! I visited my Honey yesterday. It was not over crowded so no terminations thank goodness. The weather was about 80 degrees! It was sooo hot!

Chrystal: Hey Girly.. it was nice to see you yesterday, you love your man soo much and it shows!;)

Poo32: I hope you enjoyed your visit yesterday.. I was so caught up with my Honey that I didnt even see you behind me until you called my name! It was nice to see you enjoying your time.:)

Reggisgirl: Thank you for coming up and saying hello in line! Did you get a table when you finally made it in? I know you were number 80 something.. I hope you had a great visit!

Drena: I know you're visiting right now... lets see its 10:30 am.. you must me inside by now buying up your Honeys favorites! Have a good one Girly!

Merry Christmas everyone!! I hope you are all having a great holiday.

So crystal did you get your visits back?

I'm spending a quite christmas just me and the kids it's really quite lonely with no family and friends to be with. I will pull through me and my bottle of wine.:p It was really sad yesterday i was waiting for my honey to call and missed it the kids heard the phone and no one told me :( it sucked so i won't be able to talk to him till Monday or Tuesday.

I hope all you guys that got to visit had a great visit:)

Okay Ladies here is the update:

Well I told TJ that I had something to tell him and his face looked uneasy. I began to tell him that I found my friend before I could say anything else his face started to twitch because he was so so so so angry. He told me that I am being selfish and disrespectful for even asking him if it was okay to be friends with a male when we had decided that we wouldn't have friends of the opposite sex. He doesn't believe that this was just a friend from my childhood he thinks I am just trying to sugar coat this so I can talk to Brian but ladies I never dated him ever. He then said if he was home things would be different but with him being in prison their are things that I just can't do. He ended the story by saying this is all on me if I want to throw away his trust and respect than it was all on me.

Soon after that he realized how hurt and sad I was and tried to make things better though he didn't change his mind on how he feels. I decided I would just put that issue to the side and enjoy the rest of the visit. We ended up having a good time like normal!!!!

I hate how prison can make even the most secure man insecure. This is one of the first changes I have seen in him since being there. Ladies what changes have you all noticed in your men?

Thanks to everyone for the advice!!!

Lisa, last night I was in Morgan Hill on the freeway listening to the radio when I hear a woman's voice. Girl it was you!!!!! He already knew Bobby's name and said it for you-lol!!! I was like you go girl!!! I was so excited and had a big grin on my face for you and it wasn't even for me so I can only imagine how Bobby feels when he hears it!

Well ladies I hope you all had a great Christmas!!!!

Good Evening Ladies
First of all Merry Christmas I know I'm a day late but I was very tired from my trip back from SLO and I had to cook. But I'm here now wishing all my sisters a Happy one.

Justmomwaiting :wave: WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY. :wave:The ladies in this thread are extremely sweet once again welcome.

Hey Claudia it was nice to see you on Saturday, I did enjoy my visit and yes you look madly in love you were so happy and it show's girl I'm not at all I hope to see you one more time before my honey leaves.

Drena girl he will come to his sense and realize that your friendship with your children's godfather means alot to you and he will think about it and say he believe you they do this MACHO bull crap I can't stand it either my honey does the same exact bull, keep doing what you are doing let them babies see there godfather don't change on him because you guys have been separated for some years remember you known him a little longer sit down with him and let him know as a friend that you have a man that you truly love and let him know about TJ and how he feels about the situation as far as you guys friendship but eventually everything will fall in place.


Anyway ladies just wanted to check in I'll try to check in again real soon before the week is out but my job is kicking my A$$ trust me and the kid's even worse.

Crystal,Lisa,Austinsgirl,Cysreese,B,Reggiegirl and everyone else have a wonderful week be good ladies.

Merry Christmas everyone!! I hope you are all having a great holiday.

So crystal did you get your visits back?

Merry Merry and Happy Happy to everyone.

Tanya, no I havent gotten my visits back YET!!! But hopefully soon, please everyone keep us in your prayers.

Claudia, thanks and it was nice seeing you too. Girl you know Im "Crazy in love" with that man, lol and Im glad you understand. I love your Christmas pic I know you and your honey are so in love and happy to be able to spend this time together. I wish!!

Drena, good luck to you girl. Im sure it will all work out especially since that is your childrens god father. He will soon see and understand he is not a threat to your relationship but he needs to understand it is important for your children to have a nurturing male ready and available in their lives since unfortunately TJ cannot be there. I wish you all the best. Let me make you laugh, my husband called when I wasnt home, my dad answered the phone and hubby didnt know dad was here. Girl just imagine the testosterone my husband used on that call until my dad said who he was lol, all I could do was laugh because I know how he acts when he thinks Im just not taking his calls vs me actually being away from home. So hopefully in the end it will be something you both can laugh about.

Julie, welcome to our group. You will find we are a great family group here and I hope you are comfortable enough to engage in our posts.

Everyone else, love ya and hope to see something from you all soon.

Everyone have a great week and God Bless.

HELLO LADIES, AND WELCOME JUSTMOMWAITING!!! I HOPE EVERYONE HAD A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY. MINE WAS FULL ,FULL, FULL OF DRAMA!!! I SEE I'M NOT ALONE DRENA, GIRL I KNOW YOU LOVE YOUR MAN BUT NIP THAT IN THE BUT. IF HE WAS LIKE THAT BEFORE HE WENT IN IT'S WORSE NOW!!!!!!! I HOPE HE CAN SEE THAT OL'BOY IS NOT AN THREAT TO YOUR RELATIONSHIP. EVEN THOUGH HE SHOULD ALREADY KNOW THAT. NOW I'M GOING TO SAY THIS AND PLEASE DON'T TAKE IT WRONG.NEVER LET ANYONE STEAL YOUR JOY YOUR CHILDS JOY. YOUR HAPPINESS COMES FIRST, CAUSE IF YOUR NOT HAPPY NO ONE WILL BE HAPPY. I SAY THIS TO YOU AND I KNOW YOU KNOW IT, BUT I JUST HAD TO DOWN THIS WEEKEND WITH MY HUSBAND. I HAD BEEN BUSY AND HAD FORGOT TO MAIL HIS CARD HE CALLS ME AND ACCUSED ME OF EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN. I TOLD HIM I DIDN'T PUT YOU WERE YOU ARE:cuffs: AND IF YOU WERE UP ON GAME YOU WOULD BE HERE AND NOT WORRIED IF I WAS SLEEPING WITH SOMEONE. I WENT ON TO LET HIM KNOW THAT IF IT WAS SOMEONE ELSE I WOULDN'T SEND THE MONEY THAT I DO I WOULDN'T BE HOME FOR HIS CALLS AND I SURE WOULDN'T HAVE MADE THAT DRIVE UP THERE. THEY TEND TO FORGET THAT WE HAD LIVES BEFORE THEY ENTERED. NOW YOU KNOW HE WAS ON FIRE:angry: AND TO TELL THE TRUTH I DIDN'T CARE CAUSE HE HAS FORGOT THAT WHILE HE IS THERE I HAVE TO PULL THE EXTRA WEIGHT, AND KEEP HIM GOING WHILE HE IS THERE. I HAD TO ASK HIM ARE YOUR BOOKS EVER LOW? THEN I TOLD HIM I LOVE YOU BUT I LOVE MYSELF MORE. I SAID GOODBY AND HUNG UP THE PHONE. NOE YOU I CRIED A RIVER OF TEARS :cry: BUT I HAD TO LET HIM KNOW I DON'T NEED NO EXTRA FROM HIM. NOW WHEN HE CALLED AGAIN HIS ATTITUDE WAS DIFFERNT, AND HE SAID SORRY AND ALL THAT GOOD STUFF. NOW I DIDN'T KNOW IF THAT WOULD WORK BUT I HAD ENOUGH AND HE COUGHT IT. IT WAS FUNNY CAUSE THE FIRST THING HE SAID WHEN HE CALLED BACK WAS " ARE STILL COMING ON THE 28TH?" I HAD TO PUSH THE MUTE BUTTON ON MY PHONE CAUSE I LAUGHED SO HARD :haha: !!!!! I DIDN'T WANT TO HURT HIS FEELINGS. BUT GIRL YOU HANG IN THERE AND STAY STRONG. LOVE YOU:grouphug:

EVERYONE ELSE LOVE YALL TOO!!! SEE YOU ALL REAL SOON CAN'T WAIT TO FACES WITH NAMES. HAVE A SAFE NEW YEAR, I WILL BE IN THE HOUSE, WITH MY HUSBANDS PICTURE ON THE NIGHTSTAND AND A BOTTLE WINE.:beer:

Welcome Julie to our family if I haven't already said it. :) Glad to have you and feel free to join in.

Ladies, Ladies, I went and got a tatoo on Friday and I hopethis thing is suppose to be cracking. :) Its for our anniversary in March but since I had the guts Friday I went on and got it done early. Not again though. :)

My son isn't happy with me right now. He is a great basketball player and was invited to go on tour to Belgium, France, Italy, Scandanavia and some other places. They did not send the info until the last minute and I had to come up with $500 at the end of this month and the whole thing costs $3,995 and some change but I told him to go next year when hopefully his daddy will be home and can help. I told him if they invited him this time I am sure they will again. He feels better. At least he acts that way because he knows I'm going through. Then my daughter got on my computer and my tower has a virus, so I had to use my sons to talk to my sisters (you all) :) and do my homework so I was going off this weekend. :( I feel a little better but I tell yall tax time ain't coming soon enough :)

Just needed to get all that out. :) Love you all and will talk to you all soon. You all keep your head up and stay strong and B's I would have did the same thing. You go girl!! Okay its almost 3 in the morning and I act like I don't have to be at work at 6:30am. :)

DRENA I ALSO WANTED TO TELL YOU I'M SO HAPPY THAT HE IS ALIVE,CAUSE WE ARE LOSING TO MANY FOLKS. STAY STRONG I'LL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

CYSREESE, HONEY SOMETIMES IT HURTS US MORE THEN IT DOES THEM. BUT SOMETIMES YOU NEED TO PUT THEM IN PLACE. I'M GUESSING HE WON'T HAVE ANYTHING ELSE TO SAY ON THAT TOPIC. I REALLY HATED AND FELT BAD THAT I DID IT, OH WELL DON'T BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS YOU WHEN ALL THOSE SO CALLED FRIENDS CAN'T EVEN SEND A POSTCARD.

NOW I KNOW ALL OF YOU HAVE THE NEW MARY J. BLIGE AND IF YOU DON'T GO GET IT!!!!!!!!!! OFF THE CHAIN!! THE SH---------TTT IS HHOOOOOOOOOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN'T HIDE FROM LOV AND CAN'T GET ENOUGH THEM IS MY CUTES. THE WHOLE CD IS REL NICE. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Hey ladies, well it is finally over!! :yay: I hope everyone had a merry christmas and to those who got to see your loved one's i hope it was great!!!!

Drena: I don't even know what to say, my guy would have had the same reaction as TJ. Part of me says that this is your sons god father and thank god he is alive. and the other says that it will kill TJ, bottom line thought is TJ is a big boy and will have to learn to control his behavior, your son should not be denined his godfather purly because he is a man and TJ is in prison, our children already suffer enough.

Crystal: I didn't think you got your visits back but claudia had said that is was nice to see you so i was thinking you guys seen at visiting. I will keep the prayers coming for you.:)

Cysreese: You go girl, getting a tatty and all....what was it of? Don't worry it is suppose to crack and scab and it will be pretty gross. Sorry to hear about your son and not getting to go tour. It's hard to tell our children no and even harder to raise a child that will be understanding to the word. All you can do is remember that this is a nightmare and will we eventually wake of this awful dream and we will live a happy life again;)

B's: I'm with you on new years, my husband has specifically asked that i stay home so that he doesnt' have to worry about me, so it will just be me and a bottle of wine, I m going to have to get a bigger bottle though the one i had at christmas was to small, lol:haha:

To everyone else :grouphug: Now we just have to get though the new year.

Good Morning Ladies! I am having computer problems at home so I was unable to check in my entire weekend! :( First off Merry Christmas! I hope you all had a blessed holiday with Family & Friends! And if you were lucky enough to enjoy a visit, I hope it was the best! I spent my Christmas Eve day with family we had dinner made gingerbread cookies...it was actually nice to know that I could spend time with them insted of the prison. That night I was with Austin, and ladies despite all the drama me and him have had, it was refreshing to know that he still wanted to spend his first Christmas home with me....:rolleyes: Made me feel kinda loved! Anyways, I slept all day on Christmas, my family went to my uncles grave...I wasnt quite ready yet for that!

Drena, I am so happy you found your friend....there is nothing like the joy of knowing a friend is still around....dont worry TJ will come around.

As for New Years...I am supposed to go to a party, but I think I wanna stay home and sleep? I did it last year, well because I had to drive up to visiting, but anyways.....Love ya!

NOW I KNOW ALL OF YOU HAVE THE NEW MARY J. BLIGE AND IF YOU DON'T GO GET IT!!!!!!!!!! OFF THE CHAIN!! THE SH---------TTT IS HHOOOOOOOOOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN'T HIDE FROM LOV AND CAN'T GET ENOUGH THEM IS MY CUTES. THE WHOLE CD IS REL NICE. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

I LOVE MARY'S NEW CD ESPECIALLY "I FOUND MY EVERYTHING" WOW THAT WOMAN KNOWS SHE CAN SING. THIS ONE THOUGH REMINDS ME OF AN OLD NATALIE COLE SONG, I JUST CANT THINK OF THE NAME. YOU GO B'S SHOO GIRL WE GOT IT GOING ON WITH THE MUSIC. I CANT WAIT TO SEND THIS ONE TO HUBBY.

CYSREESE, YES THE TATTOO WILL CRACK, YOU CAN PUT A&D OINTMENT ON IT, ITS WHAT I USED ON MINE AND IT WORKED WELL. I HAVE 3 TATTOOS, THE LAST ONE I GOT WAS MY HUSBANDS NAME ON MY LOWER BACK, AND NOW I WANT IT REMOVED OR COVERED UP SO I CAN GET IT LOWER AND BIGGER, GO FIGURE ???? HE LOVES IT AND SO DO I. I HAD IT DONE IN THE SAME FONT I USE ON ALL HIS MAIL WITH A BEAUTIFUL "C"... WELL TIS LIFE MAYBE I WILL JUST DO AS HE SUGGESTED AND GET SOMETHING ADDED TO THE BOTTOM OF IT TO MAKE THE WHOLE THING BIGGER. BUT I SWEAR OF THE THREE I HAVE (A CAPRICORN SIGN ON MY BACK JUST BELOW MY NECK AND A TRIBAL ON MY ANKLE) THE PAIN FROM THAT ONE WAS THE WORSE. I TOLD HIM IF WE NEVER HAVE KIDS THAT ONE WAS COMPARIBLE TO GIVING BIRTH LOL. WELL LET US KNOW WHAT YA GET, HMMMM NOT SURE IF I WANNA KNOW WHERE AS I HAVE HEARD SOME STORIES ABOUT WHERE FOLKS ARE PUTTING WHAT.. HA HA.

CANDY IM GLAD YOU ENJOYED YOUR HOLIDAY AND IM SORRY TO HEAR YOUR COMPUTER IS DOWN, I KNOW WHAT ITS LIKE HAVING A SICK "BABY" IN THE HOUSE..I CANT LIVE WITHOUT MY AOL.

Hello ladies....:wave: :wave: :wave: well as you all probably know I haven't been on PTO lately because I was having major problems with my computer. Unfortunately I was told that there was "no hope" for my computer. :( I was lucky enough to get a new HP laptop from Santa for christmas. My Christmas was very nice. All the family came over my house on christmas eve and we had tons of food and alcohol. Every year we play a game called, "Chinese New Years" I've heard other people call it something else. Anyhow that was very fun until I couldn't read the names on the list because...umm, well let's just say Ms. Lisa had a little too much to drink!:beer: :beer: I have not got that tipsy in a very long time. :p All the family was at my house until about 3:00am. Those that drank spent the night. The next morning (christmas day) all the family came back over to my house and we ate more tamales and I baked a ham. We all sat around and watched old family videos and the kids played with their new toys. Bobby called and he sounded very happy to hear all the familia over the house so that made me happy too. He even sang me a christmas song over the phone...he's so cute! :love: :love: :love:

Santa was very kind to me this year. I got a new HP laptop computer, a HP PhotoSmart printer/scanner/copier/photomaker, 3 pairs of shoes, a black Coach purse, my favorite perfume "Very Sexy for Her" by Victoria's Secret (that was from Bobby), 2 pairs of pajamas and a cordless iron for my upcoming trips to SLO! :haha: :haha: :haha: I was so shocked to see a gift under the tree for me from Bobby.

Well ladies I will check in with all of you later. :thumbsup:

B's and Crystal, I did buy the the new Mary and Jamie Foxx as well. His is nice too so get that one. :) I heard Kesha Cole was good too, I'm going to get that one this weekend. So if anyone gets it before me tell me if its good or not. I bought Anthony Hamilton too, but I don't like this one, you can tell he wasn't putting his all into it because I like his voice and there is something not right.

Candy and Lisa, I have been having computer problems as well. My computer was loading and then shutting itself off and rebooting. I got my sons tower from his but eventually will have to get a new one because as I am typing right now it is going very slow. :(

Tanya, thank you for the support. The tat is a heart and instead of a bow and arrow I put a rose going through it and the color and all and my hubbies name inside the heart. He has had my name on him for 16 yrs so I figured I would show him a little love and get one. :) It will probably be the last.

Crystal, I got the tat on my right shoulder and it has my sweeties name in it. Crystal funny you mentioned A&D ointment because this lady saw my tat today and was like what in the world, and gave me a entire tube of it so that is what I have been using since this morning. Is it normal for the color to come off too? For it to bleed a little, to wash it with soap? The man told me what to do but after how it looked from his advice I have to ask my family. :)


To all my other CMC sisters hello :grouphug: and I hope all is going well.

Crystal, my sons birthday was the 26th. I just wanted to say to you,

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Good Evening Ladies

Cysreese girl I have 9 tats and 5 of them are my honey's I have one across my chest on my finger wrist back damnit they everywhere, girl the one on my chest hurt like hell .(hush cousin)

Lisa you know at other prisons that rule has been up for years I was shocked to see tht CMC wasn't enforcing that rule at all I seen that sign up this past weekend to.

Candy I'm happy you are enjoying Austin's company you deserve it.

B I heard Mary coming from SLO she did pretty good I don't think any of her albums can top (MY LIFE)she song her A$$ of on that one. Cysreese I like Jamie Fox he did a real good job on that Anthony Hamilton it wasn't his best the first CD was off the chain, I heard Keisha Cole also coming back from SLO you know (cousin) keeps us with music.

Anyway ladies I hope you guys have a beatiful day and I will check in tomorrow because it's Crystal's birthday so I will be celebrating with her online my son's birthday is on the 31st Cysreese and then my honey his day is in two weeks Capicorn's in my life.

Happy Birthday :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
CRYSTAL
I KNOW YOUR DAY WILL BE FILLED TO THE TOP!!!!!!!
LUV YA B'S:beer: :beer:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CRYSTAL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:yay: :yay: HAPPY BIRTHDAY CRYSTAL :dance: :dance:

:grouphug: :beer: :beer: :grouphug:

Happy Birthday Crystal!!!! Enjoy!

I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY AND ALWAYS.. YOU DESERVE IT!
:clap: :clap:

Happy Birthday Crystal!


May you have a Blessed Birthday! have a great day :) :yay: :hifive: :dance: :grouphug: :love:

"Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Crystal
Happy Birthday to you.........and many more. "
(sorry i'm not the best singer.:D


:yay: :dance: :yay: :dance: :yay: :dance:

"Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Crystal
Happy Birthday to you.........and many more. "
(sorry i'm not the best singer.:D


:yay: :dance: :yay: :dance: :yay: :dance:

Okay I'm about to throw tomatoes at you...LOL :D I'm just joking....you're singing was great!!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Claudia, sweetie I love the new picture. You look so pretty! :p

Claudia, sweetie I love the new picture. You look so pretty! :p

Awww.. thanks Lisa! I hate my pics I always come out looking so pale and I was sick to top it off. You always look cute in your pics too!;)

:yay: :yay: HAPPY BIRTHDAY CRYSTAL :dance: :dance:

:grouphug: :beer: :beer: :grouphug:


I JUST WANT TO THANK EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU FOR WISHING ME THE BEST DAY POSSIBLE. TODAY WAS REALLY A GREAT DAY AND IT STARTED WITH A CALL FROM B'S :wave: WAVIN HEY GIRLIE SHORTLY BEFORE MIDNIGHT THEN MY BEAUTIFUL :heart: :love:HUSBAND:love: :heart: CALLING ME @ 6:59 AM :clap:YIPPE :yay: THEN WHEN I SIGNED ONLINE I FOUND ALL THESE WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY WISHES FROM YOU LADIES. ONE OF MY GOOD GIRLFRIENDS MADE ME A RED VELVET CAKE :drool: AND I JUST WANT TO SAY THANK YOU. YOU LADIES ARE ALL TRULY GREAT AND I APPRECIATE YOU ALL FOR THINKING OF ME.

P.S. I WANTED TO PUT IN A THREAD TO START A :new: B-DAY CLUB FOR OUR GROUP AND HERE IT IS YOU ALL GOT IT STARTED WITHOUT ME. SO BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR THAT THREAD TO START SOON.

Crystal- You Right That Cake Is :drool: :drool: :drool: !!!! WELL I HAD A GLASS :beer:
FOR YOU TODAY. IT WAS NICE. SEE YOU SOON :grouphug: .

MISSIN - BETTER YOU THAN ME CAUSE I NEED :help: :help: !!!! LOL

Whos Bday In January????

Hello Ladies, We Just Arrived To Cmc East C-quad And I Was Wondering If Anyone Could Recommend Phone Service For My 15 Min. Calls.

Hello CMC friends- just a few words to let you all know Rays father passed away. His family wanted Ray to know immediatley so he was told over the phone. My heart breaks becouse my little boy crys for the only granparent he had left and Ray broke down so badley on the phone I felt so helpless. If there was ever a time I wished I could hug him through the telephone it is now. All ten of his brother and sisters are in town and the services will be Tuesday and Wednesday. So my dear friends keep my Ray in your prayers so that he will find strength through this hard time.

Hello CMC friends- just a few words to let you all know Rays father passed away. His family wanted Ray to know immediatley so he was told over the phone. My heart breaks becouse my little boy crys for the only granparent he had left and Ray broke down so badley on the phone I felt so helpless. If there was ever a time I wished I could hug him through the telephone it is now. All ten of his brother and sisters are in town and the services will be Tuesday and Wednesday. So my dear friends keep my Ray in your prayers so that he will find strength through this hard time.

Rays, You have my deepest sympathy and my prayers go out to you, Ray and the family. I know this had to be extremely hard for him to hear over the phone, just do your best to be supportive of him and try to keep him from falling into a depression due to his not being able to be there for his family. God bless you all.

Lili, welcome to our group :grouphug: and all of us are getting pretty good with giving info on CMC. So ask away and we will be glad to help. As for your phone calls to open your line call 800-231-0193 because CMC is not on the imate service list thru MCI and then to set up your pay as you go service (per MCI wording "direct remit account" since we are now only allowed to recv up to $100.00 in calls before they block your line) call 877-873-8567.
Good luck and welcome again.

Hello CMC friends- just a few words to let you all know Rays father passed away. His family wanted Ray to know immediatley so he was told over the phone. My heart breaks becouse my little boy crys for the only granparent he had left and Ray broke down so badley on the phone I felt so helpless. If there was ever a time I wished I could hug him through the telephone it is now. All ten of his brother and sisters are in town and the services will be Tuesday and Wednesday. So my dear friends keep my Ray in your prayers so that he will find strength through this hard time.

I was reading an old post about Rays dad being ill yesterday, and I told myself I would ask you how he was doing today. Now to read this? Im so sorry that you all are going through this. Poor Ray.. there's nothing worse than losing someone and not being able to be with your family. You can call his counselor and request a phonecall. Let the counselor know what happened, they're usually really good about things. Im sure he needs to hear your voice for comfort. We are all here for you.

Whos Bday In January????

My Birthday is in January.. the 26th to be exact. Anyone Else?

Hello Ladies, We Just Arrived To Cmc East C-quad And I Was Wondering If Anyone Could Recommend Phone Service For My 15 Min. Calls.


Hey 123lili....welcome to PTO and our CMC Forum. You've come to the right place for support because all the girls here are great! :thumbsup: As for the phone service, just like Crystal mentioned the only place that you can go through now is MCI.....I hate the new program but really have no other choice. Welcome to PTO & CMC.

If you have any questions please feel free to ask! :thumbsup:

Hello CMC friends- just a few words to let you all know Rays father passed away. His family wanted Ray to know immediatley so he was told over the phone. My heart breaks becouse my little boy crys for the only granparent he had left and Ray broke down so badley on the phone I felt so helpless. If there was ever a time I wished I could hug him through the telephone it is now. All ten of his brother and sisters are in town and the services will be Tuesday and Wednesday. So my dear friends keep my Ray in your prayers so that he will find strength through this hard time.

Oh sweetie, I am soo sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to you and all his family. So does Ray know yet? The hardest thing once can go through while in prison is the death of a family member. God, my heart goes out to Ray....he's really going to need support right now. :grouphug:

OK my CMC ladies, I need you all to go and count down with me.......:thumbsup:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=170232

Girls, I didnt tell you but my last visit which was on Christmas Eve, J.B. and I got scolded by a C.O. at the end of our visit. We were kissing.. and well.. the kiss got a bit.. ahemm.. HEATED and we got yelled at. The C.O. called it "borderline" and he was right.. it was a bit much.:p I thought for sure we were going to get into trouble but he was cool about it and let it go.

Why did we do that? I mean he'll be out soon and why did we risk getting him into trouble? Especially after seeing what Crystal is going through. We wont do that again!

Rays: I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go to you and your boys who are suffering such a great loss and I pray that the lord will stand by Ray and get him through this awful time. I hope he has someone who he trusts and feels close with in there, cause he is going to need all the support in the world. Know that we are always here for you :grouphug:

Welcome to Pto 123Lili :wave:
I use PCO prisoner call online, i used to pay $20 for my 15 mins now i pay $9 there # is 1-888-925-1400 I don't know how far you are away from CMC or how much your long distance has been in the past, when you live locally i dont think it cost so much. I live in Canada so it works out to be much better for me especially when i want my calls a couple times a week.

Lisa: :yay: 30 more days, it makes me excited to think about how excited you are :p i really wish i could hook up with you all for dinner :(

Claudia: You bad girl!!!! Temptation is an awful thing. The only thing is you don't want him to pick up some more time, could they do that even? So was it nice???:yes: :yes: I bet your really looking forward to him coming home ;)

Crystal: I sure wish i had some of that cake:drool: Hope you birthday was great!! or at least as good as it can be being away from your husband :grouphug:

Raysbabyg, Honey I am so sorry I will keep ray and his family in my prayers.

Claudia: You bad girl!!!! Temptation is an awful thing. The only thing is you don't want him to pick up some more time, could they do that even? So was it nice???:yes: :yes: I bet your really looking forward to him coming home ;)

The consequences could be a number of things. Like taking visiting priveledges away, him going to the hole, getting written up and who knows even more time. Its not like we were feeling on eachother, it was just a really passionate, crazy kiss, but if a C.O. sees it differently then our fate is in their hands... as usual. And Girl, ohhhh yesssss, it was VERY NICE! It was funny because when it came time for him to pick up his I.D. and my pass, another C.O. at the desk that had no idea about the kiss, confused him with another inmate and said "Wow you took so long to come out, you had your poor mother waiting forever!" and the C.O. that gave us beef for the kiss said "OH Dear God, with that kiss, lets just pray you're not his Mother" He was joking and i thought it was funny! That pretty much told me we were in the clear! :D

My Birthday is Jan. 14!!!! WOO HOO! I'll be the big 23!!!! I'll be visitng on the 14 so if you are there let me know!
I am not the baby of the group am I?

My Birthday is Jan. 14!!!! WOO HOO! I'll be the big 23!!!! I'll be visitng on the 14 so if you are there let me know!
I am not the baby of the group am I?


I think you are the baby Drena. :p

Claudia - You bad girl....look at me being a hater! LOL I'm just jealous because I can't get a kiss like that from my Bobby! Don't be surprised if you see me and him all kissed up on the Non-Contact window! HA HA HA :D I'm just joking...yuk, imagine all those other people that put their lips on those windows...gross!

Claudia, SMH (shaking my head) now you know better, but Im glad you both enjoyed it and didnt suffer any consequences as you stated "your fate would be at the hands of the officers". Anyways, ummm ummm ummmm if only I could reach out and touch my babe. Sigh

THANK YOU ALL- YOU ARE ALL VERY CARING SPECIAL PEOPLE.RAYSBABYG-CMC CLUB MEMBER #3.

you all have me craking completly up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! first of all Ray's I am so sorry here is a hug for your heart I know what you are feeling hang in there,

claudia it was nice to see you and I had a good kiss too!!!! they had to pry us apart HA HA you know what is funny I always tell Reg that I can smell his kisses on my lips and I think about his kisses on my way home so now he always gives me a big sloppy one before I leave. he is so funny but I have to admitt that the last one was super super good, oh God I have it bad

Hi to everyone

Drena I am so sorry TJ did not understand, prison makes our guys stir crazy at times I had to keep my Reg in check all the time some visits are just awful cuz of the way they are treated and what they have to deal with in there own minds but they will have there moments then they are back to normal they all go through it love you girl hang in there

RAYS- MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME.
CLAUDIA,CLAUDIA,CLAUDIA:nono: :nono: :nono: :nono: DON'T YALL TAKE THAT CHANCE,HAVE CONTROL. NOW I'M GOING TO PRAY FOR YOU AND YOU PRAY FOR ME CAUSE LORD KNOWS I WANT TO :drool: :drool: :drool: :hee: :hee: !!!LOL

LILI -A BIG :wave: :yay: TO YOU. GLAD YOU JOINED US OUR FAMILY IS GROWING :grouphug: .

DRENA"BABY" LOL I'M NOT SURE!!! BUT GUESS WHAT I LUV YA ANYWAY AND WHEN YOU GO UP ON THE 14TH DON'T FOLOW IN CLAUDIAS LEAD!! LOL

TO EVERYONE HAVE A SAFE AND BLESSED NEW YEARS. 2006 IS HERE ALREADY!!!! IF YALL DON'T HEAR FROM ME DON'T WORRY I'M ON VACATION FOR A WEEK AND I'LL BE SPENDING A LOT OF TIME WITH MY SON. I'LL READ YALL IN THE NEW YEAR :hifive: :beer:

HIS BROWN SUGA- IF ANYTHING CHANGES FOR THE 28TH HIT ME UP!!

Rays, I am so sorry to hear about you and your family's loss. Ray, you and family will be in my prayers. We are here for you. A great big :grouphug: to you.

123lili, Hello and Welcome to our family, PTO & CMC! :wave: Kick back and feel right at home, all the ladies here are GREAT! :thumbsup:

Hello to all my sisters!:wave:

Thanks Beth, I am not sure if he will come around or not but once he gets my letter his mind will do some thinking.

Claudia, you are to funny, be careful girly. I understand though because sometimes it is just too hard to stop-lol!! I bet we've all had one of those moments.

123lili-welcome to the group!

I don't mind being the baby, everyone needs big sisters-right?

Candy,

Guess what? I woke up today and my Monroe Piercing was gone! I cant find the stud any where! I looked on the bed and floor, Ive had that same one for 6 years now I have to go look for another one today because of the long holiday weekend, its gonna end up closing up. I dont want to have it pierced again.... Ughhh!:blah:

Ray's Baby - I am so sorry for your loss, I know its not easy, but you will make it thur. The Lord has it under control and he will never steer you wrong! Big Hugs to you!


Drena - Yes Punkin you da baby! But I am only a year older than you, I will be 24 in June.

Claudia - Girl I know them kisses sometimes make you just wanna ....WHEW! I remember getting thoses kisses and I swear it feels like we just made love without the actual act! MAN! But you better go get some new jewlery for your Monroe.....You dont want it to close and have to go thru all the healing all over again! My ball is starting to strip from the bar so I need a new one too!

Well ladies.....If I dont come back thru till next year HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Thank you all for being there for me, my support group , but more than that, my sisters! ove to you all please be safe!

Claudia - Girl I know them kisses sometimes make you just wanna ....WHEW! I remember getting thoses kisses and I swear it feels like we just made love without the actual act! MAN! But you better go get some new jewlery for your Monroe.....You dont want it to close and have to go thru all the healing all over again! My ball is starting to strip from the bar so I need a new one too!

Girl with that kiss he probably swallowed it and I just noticed it was missing.. just kidding!

Girl You are Crazy! But I believe it! Cause I know your still on Cloud 9!

Irs 4:55pm and Im back from my visit today! Our visit got terminated due to the rain, which I knew would happen. I had to go anyway to kiss 2005 goodbye with my Honey.. metaphorically and Literally! We behaved this time, though, no big time kissing!:p Anyhow there was alot of people today and that storm was FIERCE! The rain was coming down hard and the wind was out of control! There were many accidents on the way home too. Thank goodness I made it home with no problems.

I hope everyone has a wonderful New Year! May we all be blessed with Health, Prosperity, and lots of LOVE! Here's to 2006 and to gaving friends like all of you!:)

Love ya... Caudia!

Claudia,

Glad you got to visit even if it was not the entire visiting time. I hope you all are driving careful and make it safely home. Do not forget to check in.

To you all here is something I want to share:

Truly good friends are hard to find.
When I think of one, you come to my mind.
Good friends will leave you never.
They will be friends with you forever.
Good friend are there to share
Sorrows and joys to show they care.
Someone to trust is what good friends are for.
A friend like this you can love and adore.
A truly good friend is kind and true.
I'm so lucky to have found this friend in you all.

Ok ladies, anyone visiting this Saturday.....Cause i am:D :D Finally. i'm real sorry i haven't checked in lately, i've just had a lot of crap going on, especially i have both of my grandparents back in the hospital. Among other things. So anyways i get to visit finally, i really need some examples of what you ladies wear....help please!!

Ok ladies, anyone visiting this Saturday.....Cause i am:D :D Finally. i'm real sorry i haven't checked in lately, i've just had a lot of crap going on, especially i have both of my grandparents back in the hospital. Among other things. So anyways i get to visit finally, i really need some examples of what you ladies wear....help please!!

Hi there! Im happy to read that you'll be visiting this Saturday. I will be there also.. what side is your Honey at?

Ok now you need advice on what to wear. You know the usual rules, no blue jeans, or light blue, or beige tan tops. Here's the visiting hotline for details (800) 374-8474 then press, 1, 3, 1 and there will be a recorded message letting you know whether or not visiting is running normally and their clothing rules.. you probably already know, but just in case.

I have noticed that when I wear a skirt, no higher than 2 inches above the knees, I have less problems then when I wear pants. As long as your pants arnt tight your cool. Capris, black denim pants are ok as long as they arnt faded. Bring a sweater or jacket because even on an average warm day, it still gets breezy. Oh yes and the rules they are enforcing now.. your shoes cannot be the slip on kind. They have to be either closed or if they are sandals or heels they must have a backstrap. Also your see through purse cannot have handles.

I hope that helps.. :)

Ok ladies, anyone visiting this Saturday.....Cause i am:D :D Finally. i'm real sorry i haven't checked in lately, i've just had a lot of crap going on, especially i have both of my grandparents back in the hospital. Among other things. So anyways i get to visit finally, i really need some examples of what you ladies wear....help please!!

Claudia - I'm glad you made it home safe because I know the weather was no joke. I'm sure your honey was sooo happy as well to ring in the new year with you. Oh and that's good that you both were on your best behavior! ;)

cysreese - that was a beautiful poem....thanks for sharing. You ladies are the best! :thumbsup:

MIKES1HONEY - Well first of all good luck on your visit this weekend! :thumbsup: Be careful, just in case the weather is bad like this past weekend. As for the dress code, make sure you don't wear any tan pants or skirts as well because I was just informed that they are no longer allowing them in. I'd stick to black, pink, red, purple but no tan, army green or blue. When I visit I usually wear skirts or capri pants. Just make sure your clothing isn't form fitting or else they'll make you change. Oh and make sure to bring some extra clothes and shoes just in case they do make you change. Oh yeah and NO UNDERWIRE BRA! :thumbsup:

QUESTION- I thought we weren't able to wear jackets!! Can we wear a sweater or jacket. Are black dickies ok? And then with like a turutle neck sweater, and a pair of etnies for shoes. I know it's not that fashionable, but he can wait until family visits if he wants to see some skin!! and for my son, is jeans ok for them, with a zip up red sweater and a beanie.
Thank you ladies so much, i just don't want to have to change.

QUESTION- I thought we weren't able to wear jackets!! Yes, you are allowed to wear a jacket as long as it's not blue denim and it can not have a hood. Non of your clothing can have a hood.

Can we wear a sweater or jacket. You can wear both as long as they don't have a hood.

Are black dickies ok? Yes, black dickies are fine.

And then with like a turtle neck sweater, and a pair of etnies for shoes. Yes, that's fine, just make sure nothing is too form fitting.

For my son, is jeans ok for them, with a zip up red sweater and a beanie. It depends, how old and tall is your son? The reason I ask is because they only allow small children that don't pass a specific height to wear blue jeans. The zip up red sweater should be fine as long as the zipper on the sweater does not set the metal detector off. However no hats or beanies are allowed. :thumbsup:

Ok so for the kids, what can you put on them to keep there head and ears warm while waiting? The reason i asked about the jacket is because i thought they were enforcing the no layers rule. I think my son is like 38-43 inches. Do you know what the height limit is?

Claudia, My honey is on the West side. Is that where your's is at?

Ok so for the kids, what can you put on them to keep there head and ears warm while waiting? The reason i asked about the jacket is because i thought they were enforcing the no layers rule. I think my son is like 38-43 inches. Do you know what the height limit is?

They consider layering when you wear a top with another top under it. Or a sweater, with a shirt under it. But jackets are completely seperate.

Girl, they could careless about the kids. I've seen them make a kid take off his jacket because it had a hood. The poor kid had to go in the visiting room with just a t-shirt on and it was raining outside.

Unfortunately they do not allow hats, scarves, gloves, ear warms, etc...

Darn, I don't remember the height limit. If I were you I'd take a pair of back up pants. He'd be fine with black jeans. Just remember, they really have been enforcing that we're not allowed to weart anything tan anymore including pants.

Thanks Lisa, yeah i'm going to stick to the black dickies and probably just like a pink, non form fitting sweater. Oh man is it a long time that we'll be outside, cause my son is just getting over bronchitis, plus he has asthma so extremem weather like real cold or real hot make his asthma go crazy. I have a pair of black sweats i can put on him

does anyone know directions from the 91 in so cal? You know good directions so i won't be lost

Thanks Lisa, yeah i'm going to stick to the black dickies and probably just like a pink, non form fitting sweater. Oh man is it a long time that we'll be outside, cause my son is just getting over bronchitis, plus he has asthma so extremem weather like real cold or real hot make his asthma go crazy. I have a pair of black sweats i can put on him

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but sweat pants, sweat shirts or jogging suits are not allowed. Ugh...just thinking about it makes me angry because they make us go through obsticales (sp?) just to visit. :mad:

If you son has asthma and needs to bring an inhailer just make sure you have a doctors note for it or else it's not going in.

As for the wait outside, it all depends on your number. If you get a low number then you'll be in by 9:30am but if your number is high or you don't even get a number then you'll be outside for at least an hour.:rolleyes:

MIKES1HONEY.............My husband is on the west side and as for as your son just to be on the safe side I would find one of the jackets that has a hood that zips on that way when you are getting ready to go in you can unzip it and go and put it in the car. My daughters are 5 and 8 and it is a pain in the @## to find something for them to wear that is 1) okay with the c.o.'s and 2) warm enough so they don't get sick. They have a little mark on the metal detector and they say your child can not be taller than that mark to wear denim well my youngest daughter passed that mark at 3 so in my opion you would be better off not putting him in demin.
If there is anything else let me know and I will try to help you out.

Take Care and Good Luck
Amanda

does anyone know directions from the 91 in so cal? You know good directions so i won't be lost

Ok here's where I come in! I live in Downey. ok you could take the 91 - 710 N - 105 E - 405 N - to 101 N Toward Ventura- you'll stay on the 101 for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. You'll exit - 1 Morro Bay/ Hearst Castle- follow the winding road and you'll make a RIGHT on SANTA ROSA, follow it down for about 5 minutes and you'll see a sign "California Mens Colony" on your right hand side. Once you turn into the prison you'll make a left onto the first little road. You'll see a sign that reads ) "ALL VISITORS" and an arrow pointing you toward that road before you turn into it.

A good time to arrive is between 6:30 am and 7:30 the odds of getting a good number are better. at 7:30 the line will start to drive up to where the C.O.'s are handing out the passes. You will need to tell them how many will be visiting and what side your sweetie is on. You can ask were the WEST Facility is and they will direct you.

Find your son a jacket with a zip off hood. At the East facility, they let you leave the hoods right in the processing office and you just pick it up before you go. Try calling visiting for the West facility tomorrow am and ask if hoods are allowed to be left behind. We can also take umbrellas. What I did last weekend: I wore a jacket, wrapped my head in a warm scarf until I got inside the building. They allow us to leave the umbrellas on top of some Lockers and I just left the scarf there to. Just a suggestion. I visit on the EAST side so Im not sure how the WEST side works. I would think the same.

I hope I helped!:thumbsup:

does anyone know directions from the 91 in so cal? You know good directions so i won't be lost

HEY LADY, I USED TO LIVE IN MORENO VALLEY AND HERE IS A ROUTE I WOULD SUGGEST TO CUT YOU SOME TIME.

TAKE 91 WEST TO THE 15 NORTH (CORONA/NORCO) THEN TAKE THE 210 WEST (RANCHO CUCAMONGA) UNTIL THE 210 WEST MERGES INTO THE 134 WEST (WHICH IS AT THE EDGE OF PASADENA) THEN MERGE ONTO 101 NORTH FROM 134 WEST (THIS WILL BE THE BURBANK/GLENDALE/NORTH HOLLYWOOD AREA) AND TAKE 101 ALLLLLLLLL THE WAY TO SAN LUIS OBISPO :D .

WHEN I TAKE THE 210 FROM PASADENA IT TAKES ME APPROX 3 HOURS NON STOP SO DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER THIS SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN A 4 HOUR DRIVE FOR YOU.

P.S. CHILDREN UNDER 40 INCHES ARE ALLOWED TO WEAR DENIM.

MIKES1HONEY, Claudia is right when you get to CMC the first road to your left you take to go to the West side and then you make a right once you get close to the tower be careful and do not take the way that trucks are to go, you will see a hill to your right go up and you will see all the cars. About numbers I have never had to get a number because I usually arrive after 9:30am Late bird :) As for the kids and hoods I agree with the other ladies but if you can not take something in and there are enough lockers you can put it in the lockers, on top of the lockers or take it back to your car. I have done all three depending on what it is, mostly in the locker and on top of the lockers. I know when I first went the CO's were very helpful and were very aware it was my first time visiting there facility. :) Have a great visit!

MikesHoney: Oh thats right you're in Riverside! You should Listen to Crystal on the directions.. I took you all around the world! I dont know why I thought you lived in the Harbor Area. Sorry!:p

So how long has it been since you've seen your Honey?

Good Morning Ladies

Happy New Years!!!!!!! I know I haven't checked in for a minute just going through my depress stage that's all working my problems out with my honey but everything else is okay he's going for his annual so I will know very soon on his transfer I thought he was going to the west but he changed his mind which okay but I will miss you guys shall I say visiting with the ladies my sisters but he's coming home soon my ticker I might have to change I hope they give him so kind ofgood news his counselor is real cool so ladies I'm praying everything works out and in his favor, But just wanted to check in and touch basis you know.

I will be visiting this weekend so Claudia I will see you there the rest of my sisters have a beautiful week ad weekend.

Happy New Year Ladies! Hope you all had a safe New Year celebration! I was home with a broke computer so it was the pits! Anyways, just wanted to check in and say hello! Love ya!

Wow you ladies really are the best. Thank you for all of the info and directions. As for how long it's been since i've seen my hubby, it's been since august 2nd. So 5 months, 5 miserable months, hopefully things get better between us once we start being able to see eachother again.

Wow you ladies really are the best. Thank you for all of the info and directions. As for how long it's been since i've seen my hubby, it's been since august 2nd. So 5 months, 5 miserable months, hopefully things get better between us once we start being able to see eachother again.

ANYTIME AND GOOD LUCK TO YOU. IM SURE ONCE YOU BOTH ARE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL AGAIN THINGS WILL GET BETTER. TRUST ME I KNOW BECAUSE RIGHT NOW MY HUSBAND AND I BOTH NEED A HUG AND THAT KISS TO JUST MAKE THE REST OF WHATS GOING ON IN OUR WORLDS SEEM SO CALM. ITS SOOTHING WHEN YOU SHARE LOVE WITH SOMEONE AND THEY KNOW YOU IN THAT FACET. I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND THE BEST VISIT YOUVE EVER HAD.

COUSIN, AS FOR THAT DEPRESSION YOU KNOW ALL YOU GOTTA DO IS PRAY AND BE STRONG HE WILL BE HOME SHORTLY. YOUR TICKER IS LOOKING GOOD, SHOOT WE'VE GOT SO MUCH TIME LEFT I DONT EVEN KNOW IF I CAN GET A TICKER :( YOU KNOW IM ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BE IT LAUGHS OR TEARS SO KNUCKLE UP YOU CAN AND WILL DO THIS!!!!

Crystal, thank you for all your kind words, your kindness, strength, and faith is truly inspiring.

I bought my son a jacket with a zip off hood, Does color matter? And with kids shirts or long sleeve shirts, do they have to be plain, or can they have a tractor on them?. i really don't think reality set in that i'm actually going to be able to see my husband, until i made the hotel reservations, and got your guys directions. i'm getting butterflies, i just can't wait.

On a different note, i'd like to ask if all of you ladies could please say a prayer for my grandma, she's the one that had cancer, well she's now been back in the hospital for 1 1/2 weeks, and she has pneumonia, and the doctors just found 3 blood clots in her legs, on top of the fact that they can't seem to stabilize her heart, plus her tiny frame that soaking wet used to weigh 110 lbs, is now 86 lbs. So please pray i really appreciate it. i know the outcome may not look all that great, but i have complete faith that wether she stays here with me or ventures off to heaven she will always be taken care of. Thank you ladies!

It's not very often that you get so many wonderful people in one little area, and i just want you all to know that you have all truly been inspiring with your strength and your words. i really do feel blessed in my life to have this support system.....so thank you! may God Bless all of you!

Love, Sarra

Happy New Year !!!!:yay: We made it through 2005, i remember in the begining of this year i thought i was in for a great year....:shake: ...lets say it was not a good year. It's great to be in 2006 and a year closer to my honey coming home.:)

Sarra I'm so sad to hear about your grandmother, i will keep her in my prayers. I really wanted to be excited because you are going to see your man finally and then i found out about your grandma :( ....now i just don't know what else to say :shrug: My Nana is sick to...she is 70 yrs old and when she gets sick we prepare for the worst but pray for the best.:grouphug:

Sarra,and Tanya You and your family are in our prayers and we are here for you whenever you need us.:grouphug:

Candy, my computer was sick too and this new tower is getting a cold as well. :)

Poo, hone hang in there and stay prayerful. This is going to be a good year for all of us because we are sisters with FAITH, STRENGTH, POWER just to name a few. :) If he does leave that does not mean you still can't visit us or check in with us, ya hear me?!?:grouphug:

To everyone else hope all is well and (((hugs))) to all of you!

Hi everyone, I missed you all yesterday! I finally got to painting the guest room. It looks great, now I just have to furnish it. I want it to be done by the time my Honey comes home.. just because Ive been saying I was going to get to re-doing that room for about a a year and a 1/2! Finally done though.. well almost!:D

Sarra: Once you're with your Honey this weekend, you will see a change for the better. Sometimes when we miss eachother so much, we can get irritable and tend to argue with our loved one. Once you spend that much needed time together.. that feeling will subside.

Your Grandma and Tanya's Grandma are in my prayers.:grouphug:

Poo: Sweetie try and feel better ok? Dont let that depression get the best of you. Just keep busy.. get yourself a good book to get into or do whatever to keep busy. All this time that my Honey has been gone Ive been looking around the house to see what project I can start just to occupy my time. Ive redone my den, my living room and now the guest room.. and re-landscaped my lawn. Its things that I never thought I could do on my own.. like install a new toilet in my master bath!! I under estimated myself! Anyhow.. just stay busy and surround yourself with positive people. Hang in there and check in ok?

I hope the rest of my CMC ladies are having a great week!:)

Tanya & Sara I will definitely keep your grandma's in my prayers.

All My Prayers and Love going out!

I was just told that a friend of my boys was in a car accident and lost his Father and older Brother. They were going on a trip and mom fell asleep at the wheel. I have never met them but I do know my kid's friend "Albert" He comes over and skates with my boys all the time.

My boys really want to be there for Albert. They have never attended a funeral but I do feel that they should be there to comfort their friend. Im worried how this will affect them. I cant shelter them forever. Im going to let them go... but Im afraid of what it will do to them emotionally. I remember going through a phase when I was little, where all I would think about was dying. I was afraid to die and had fears of my parents dying and things like that. My Older son will be 13 in March and my baby is 11. What do you all think?

Girls... how many of you have almost fallen asleep at the wheel? I have and It has me feeling guilty because that has happened on nights that I have stayed out with my friends. On only a couple of hours of sleep I would get up and go visit J.B. How could I do that? Its been a couple of years since that has happened.. but I feel so bad that I put my life in jeopardy, and other's lives. What would my children do without me? Am I the only one guilty of this? I feel horrible.:(

aztkgirl.................I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this. My kids just lost somebody very close to them ( they are only 5 1/2 and 8) they had so many questions.
Speaking of falling asleep........that is the reason why I haven't gone to see my husband. The last time I went to go and see him I fell alseep for a second but went off the road and I had our girls with us. If he knew this he would flip. So I do know what you mean about feeling guilty.
You, your kids and everyone else are in our prayers.


Take Care
Amanda

Hello CMC Family- Just got back from the funeral services for "POPS". So I wanted to check in and let you all know i'm still around just been very busy. I am hoping Ray will call tonight I missed his call last night while I was at his fathers wake. Thank all of you for all your support this month.

Claudia,

I agree to let your boys go and support their friend. As much as we would like to shelter our children from some realities we can not. As for falling asleep at the wheel I have with just me in it. I do not feel guilty now but way back then when it happened yes, because I could have killed myself or someone else. I now pull off the road and get a room somewhere. Don't beat yourself up hon that was then and this is now.

Rays, you are still in our prayers, take one day at a time and its good to hear from you.

Hello Ladies,
Just stopped by to put my two cents in and give my love and support to everyone experiencing a rough time so far in our new year.

Rays, Tanya, Claudia, Sara, know that my prayers are with you all.

As for myself Im feeling quite down I miss my husband sooooo much and today has really been rough. I hope this feeling passes soon, its too much to deal with for me right now. And now that the holidays are gone, the family and good friends Im missing him even more. I will be checking in this week but I just need to get myself right because Im feeling so down.

You all stay strong and keep your prayers as such, we shall prevail.

Everyone have a safe and blessed week.
Love
Crystal

Gosh, I feel so bad for all the sad things that have hit our group lately. Please know ladies that my prayers are with you all and with the families of the loved ones that have been lost. I also agree Claudia that you should allow the boys to go and support their friend. I know you want the best for them and I think this would be good for them.

I've never fallen asleep at the wheel. However when I was on my way to visit at CMC in December 2004 something really scary happened. I was in a rent-a-car (Chevy Suburban) and it was about 5am I was driving through King City on the 101 freeway. No one else was on the free way and it was so foggy that all I could see were the reflectors on the road. Well all of a sudden out of no where a car from the opposite direction of the freeway crossed traffic and was coming head on into my vehicle. All I could do was swerve to the right to prevent him from hitting me. Well when I did that, there must have been black ice on the freeway and the suburban I was in just kept spinning and spinning and spinning. I was holding the steering wheel tight praying, "please lord don't let me die, please don't let me die." I ended up going down the ditch off the freeway and crashing the back bumper into the steel fence. The other car ended up crashing into the little bridge that I had just crossed. I was crying and crying and I immediately called 911. The CHP and an ambulance rushed out to the scene. I was okay (thank god) however the other car's drive was taken in the ambulance. I gave my statement about what had occured and later found out that the other drive was drunk. Thankfully he did not die....however he was not insured so my insurance paid for the damages to the rent-a-car. The suburban was stuck in the mud, but I was able to get it out because it had 4 wheel drive. After all that I still kept on my way to CMC. What was so bizarre is, I'm driving now back on my way to CMC, crying still about see my life flash before my eyes....and then I turn on the radio and you'll never guess what song was playing....."Ain't No Mountain High Enough." At the time I was freaked out, but now I can laugh about that song playing. When I got to the prison and finally got inside to see Bobby he was like, "baby, what's wrong you look like you've just seen a ghost?" I just started crying and said, "please just hold me." After I caught my breath I was able to tell him what had just happened. He was so worried and now he freaks out every time I go to visit him because he says that he could have lost me forever but god was watching over me. I honestly thought I was going to die. That was one of the scariest moments for me. :eek:

My prayers go out to all those going through a rough time. God bless.

Also I wanted to send a mini shout out-lol. My fiance is 28 today!!!!!

HAPPY 28TH BIRTHDAY TJ!!!!!

Wow Lisa, that is such a scarey story! About 5 years ago I was in a car accident. I was at a red light, I was the only car in the lane and here comes a car behind me I guess not paying attention to the red light and crashes right into me at full speed! she hit me so hard that when she rear ended me, her car didnt stop, it actually pushed my car right into the intersection and I got slamed on my right and left from the on coming traffic. The car that rear ended me was totalled! I have a 325i BMW and I used to complain about the car all the time. My dad encouraged me to get it because of it being one of the safest cars out there. I wanted a truck but he talked me into it because of the boys. Nyway... that car saved our lives.... the car has steel beems all the way around it and that's what keep us alive. Now BMW is all I drive. Last year I got an X3 and Im very happy. I still have the car I got into the accident because Im attached to it. God was definitelty watching over us and You, too. I cant imagine you spinning out of control and trying to regain control of the truck... Poor Bobby, I could see why he freaked out! Life is so fragile.. Lets be safe out there, everyone.

My prayers go out to all those going through a rough time. God bless.

Also I wanted to send a mini shout out-lol. My fiance is 28 today!!!!!

HAPPY 28TH BIRTHDAY TJ!!!!!


:dance: :yay: WOO-HOO :beer: :hifive: HAPPY 28th BIRTHDAY to TJ!!!!! :beer: :hifive: WOO-HOO:dance: :yay:

Claudia - I am so sorry for yet another Loss. he Lord is definitly preparing us for something! But I say yes let the boys go. My little brother lost a school friend at the age of 7 one of his classmates was given the wrong medication at the hospital he wanted to go to the funeral not really understanding, but my mom answered all his question honestly and he asked alot...she told him ask all you want until your comfortable just comfort them to know that death is not a bad scary thing but something we just arent ever prepared for.

Ray'sbaby- I am keeping you in prayer....Stay strong!

Drena - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TJ!!!! WOW 28 girl they are getting old! LOL

Crystal - Sweetie...we all have our days! But just keep the good happy thoughts in your brain to push the bad out! The sun will shine brighter dont worry! It always does!

Lisa - OMG that was very scary! WOW! I have been in more than a few close calls with accidents none ever my fauly, but I have been hit by a Drunk Driver, a Teenager with her friends in the car who ran a red light at 50 MPH. So I know the scaryness of it! And I too have fallen asleep at the wheel, I regret driving like that now...I will never do it again! Luckily No one was ever hurt....

Candy, I see you're going to Miami for your birthday huh???? You lucky girl. I was in Miami this past August and it is soooo beautiful there. The beach off of Keywest is the bomb! Thank god Bobby wasn't there because there were too many thong thong thong thongs out there! lmao :haha: :haha: We just stopped in Miami because that was the port that we got onto the boat for our cruise to The Bahamas.

Have fun....you're gonna love it!

You ladies are super sweet!!! I wish he could see this.

Yeah, Candy he is getting older and sexier-lol!!!!! Ohh I love that man-haha!!!

Drena - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TJ!!!! WOW 28 girl they are getting old! LOL

Crystal - Sweetie...we all have our days! But just keep the good happy thoughts in your brain to push the bad out! The sun will shine brighter dont worry! It always does!

Candy, thank you for the kind words. Its just soooooo hard right now I miss him so much and I think not getting a call yesterday really made me feel worse. But he did call today, so I feel a bit better. I just need that hug and kiss that mean the sun, moon and stars to us when we can get it to make everything else in the world seem like its nothing.

Drena, sending many HAPPY BDAY WISHES TO TJ.

Yes Lisa.....I am super excited! I used to live there a long time ago...but now I can enjoy it as a tourist as opposed to a resident!

You ladies are super sweet!!! I wish he could see this.

Yeah, Candy he is getting older and sexier-lol!!!!! Ohh I love that man-haha!!!

You could start a HAPPY BIRTHDAY, T.J. thread and then mail it to him with everyone's birthday wishes! He would love it!

I was curious about Bikini Waxing.... Here's the thread:

http://prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=172169

Claudia...if you do that girl you are the S***! I wanted to before...but have always been scared, plus Austin liked a lil hair so I just never did it..... But if you do....You gotta tell me how it feels! OOOUUUCCCHHHH!!!!

Claudia............I think you should do it!!! I was scared at first but I just put it in my mind that the pain was going to be gone sooner or later. And you don't ever have to see the person who does it to you ever again.

Good Luck
Amanda

Good morning ladies...I hope everyone that is visiting this weekend has a safe and great visit.

Just wanted to give you all a heads up that "shift change" for the CO's takes place next month so you may be seeing some different CO's in the visiting room next month.

Can some for the "West Facility" please provide me with the following information:

What is the address you use to send and inmate letters & money orders?

What is the address you use to send a letter to staff at CMC (ie: warden, counselor, etc...)?

What are the phone numbers you use to contact CMC (R&R, Inmate Records, etc...)

Is the Lt. of visiting for the west facility Lt. Smith?

All answers to these questions is really appreciated.....thanks!

Wow!!! I'm a little overwhelmed because I don't want to intrude in your group that is obviously so tight. But we just got moved to CMC East C-Q and I was looking for the best inmate phone service to use. And if its not to much, how is it that you all seem so happy, and full of energy. I read over this thread and everyone is so locas it makes me smile. I forget how drained I really am. This thread is the best, I hope everyone continues to thrive!!!

Wow!!! I'm a little overwhelmed because I don't want to intrude in your group that is obviously so tight. But we just got moved to CMC East C-Q and I was looking for the best inmate phone service to use. And if its not to much, how is it that you all seem so happy, and full of energy. I read over this thread and everyone is so locas it makes me smile. I forget how drained I really am. This thread is the best, I hope everyone continues to thrive!!!


Hello and welcome to our CMC Forum. You are not intruding at all, we are always happy to welcome new members. :) As for the best phone service, well now with all the CA state prisons you must set up an account with MCI. You don't have to have MCI as your local phone provider, but MCI will bill you seperately for your prison phone calls if you don't. I use SBC (who has now been bought out by AT&T as my local phone provider).

Having a loved one in prison is very hard, emotionally, physically & mentally. I have found a lot of energy and strength from the other women her in the group. We all are in the same boat (having a loved one in prison at one time or another) and we are always here to support one another. Whether it be that one of us may be having a bad day, maybe an arguement or bad phone call with our loved one or even just good news to share.....we're all here to listen and support. It's as if we all feed off the positive energy that each and everyone of us offers to this group. Just by reading our posts I'm sure you think that we've know eachother all for years. That may be true for a few of us but the truth is most of us have never met in person....yet. ;) We're planning a dinner in SLO in 3 weeks so a lot of us can finally meet in person. Some of our members loved ones have either already come home, are a few months short of coming home, won't be home for several years or don't have a date to come home. What ever the situtation is, we're all here for each other. So pull up a chair, introduce yourself and relax. Welcome to our "CMC Family." :thumbsup:

Bob-bi-lu............I know the address I send my husbands letters to on the west side it Cmc West Unit-?? Dorm??-?? up/low
P.O. Box 8103
San Luis Obispo, Ca 93403

I have the other stuff written down some where so as soon as I find it I will post it for you.

Take Care
Amanda

Hi girls! I just got back from a weekend with my honey and it was great! There are lots of new faces due to all the recent transfers so that kind of slowed the processing down. It was crowded too .The weather was a little breezy, but sunny so it was nice.

ReggisGirl: Hey you..It was nice seeing you today and chit chatting a bit before I got in.

Crystal: Im sorry I didnt go and say hi personally but I did send a hello with ReggisGirl.. I was almost inside when I saw her. Miss Ya!

Candy: Girl if I do it.. you are right, Im a down Beeotch! I think Im gonna do it before I punk out! Im gonna do it this weekend (i think) that way Im more prepared for when he comes home.;)

123lili: Welcome to our group! Make yourself at home ok? YES, We are a tight group and there is more that enough room for you, so feel comfortable to chat!:thumbsup:

Mailing adress for west side:

Inmates name:
CMC West (housing info)
P.O. Box 8103
San Luis OBispo, Ca. 93409

Letter to staff use P.O. Box 8101

The other information I called for and the lady on the phone would not give it to me and said to call my husbands counselor?!?

Amanda & Cysrese - thanks for the information, it is very much appreciated.

Claudia - I'm so glad you had a great visit girl. So is JB getting the butterflies because it's just around the corner...hell be home in a couple of months. :thumbsup:

So is JB getting the butterflies because it's just around the corner...hell be home in a couple of months. :thumbsup:

Oh yes Lisa, he is feeling it! He's nervous, excited and mostly anxious. I feel the same way. I go up there every other weekend so I was counting how many weekends I have left to visit... 5 girl! Thats all I have left.. Dang my stomach is getting all jittery again!

OHHH LADIES, YES IT'S LOVE AGAIN. YOU ALL WERE RIGHT ALL I NEEDED WAS A VISIT, AND IT WAS BACK TO THE NORMAL, ATLEAST AS NORMAL AS OUR RELATIONSHIP HAS EVER BEEN:confused: . YOU LADIES WERE SO MUCH HELP WITH FINDING EVERTHING AND ESPECIALLY WITH CLOTHES...THANKS BETH:thumbsup: . ANYWAYS I DON'T KNOW IF ANYONE WAS THERE FROM PTO ON THE WEST BUT IF YOU WERE I WAS THE MOM THAT HAD THE KID WITH THE MOHAWK. NO ONE WARNED ME ABOUT HOW DEPRESSING IT IS WHEN YOU HAVE TO LEAVE YOUR HONEY:( , ESPECIALLY THE FIRST TIME, I HELD STRONG AND THEN GOT IN MY CAR AND SOBBED LIKE A NEWBORN, BUT IT WAS WORTH EVERY TEAR TO BE ABLE TO SEE MY HUBBY. WELL LADIES HAVE A GOOD NIGHT.

OHHH LADIES, YES IT'S LOVE AGAIN. YOU ALL WERE RIGHT ALL I NEEDED WAS A VISIT, AND IT WAS BACK TO THE NORMAL, ATLEAST AS NORMAL AS OUR RELATIONSHIP HAS EVER BEEN:confused: . YOU LADIES WERE SO MUCH HELP WITH FINDING EVERTHING AND ESPECIALLY WITH CLOTHES...THANKS BETH:thumbsup: . ANYWAYS I DON'T KNOW IF ANYONE WAS THERE FROM PTO ON THE WEST BUT IF YOU WERE I WAS THE MOM THAT HAD THE KID WITH THE MOHAWK. NO ONE WARNED ME ABOUT HOW DEPRESSING IT IS WHEN YOU HAVE TO LEAVE YOUR HONEY:( , ESPECIALLY THE FIRST TIME, I HELD STRONG AND THEN GOT IN MY CAR AND SOBBED LIKE A NEWBORN, BUT IT WAS WORTH EVERY TEAR TO BE ABLE TO SEE MY HUBBY. WELL LADIES HAVE A GOOD NIGHT.


Aww I'm sooo happy to hear you had such a great visit. I am sooo sorry girl that I didn't even give you a heads up....but you're right, leaving is the hardest part! :( Oh do I remember those days of crying myself home because I wanted to take him wth me. Well I'm so glad that everything went so good and that you've been hit by cupid! :p So when you going up again?

Mikes1Honey,

I am glad you had a good visit. Yes, leaving is the hardest time. I thought leaving him for a regular visit was hard, but it is harder after having a family visit and being able to share that time with him and have to leave him there. I know we all wish they could home with us. :( One day all of our men will be home.

Happy New Year to Everyone!!! I'm back :wave: :wave: :wave: :wave: from vaction. I didn't go any where well my son And I went to the car show. That was fun, he got into every car he could!!! then he say look at me mommy i'm driving. he was so cute, besides that nothing, got some sleep.NEEDED.

I'm still reading all thats been going on and man I've missed some stuff. I pray for everyone who is going through it cause I was for a minute. Where one door closes another will open. And if you lost anyone keep them alive in your heart.

BIG HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO TJ:yay: :beer: :clap: :bow: :bow:
ARE WE STILL ON FOR THE 28TH????
LOVE YALL :grouphug:

B's, Glad to have you back and happy for you and son that you both enjoyed the well needed vacation. :)

The 28th is still on and you know we are meeting up at Sizzler and letting the cashier know we are there for CMC get together. We are meeting at 5 p.m. :)

CYSREESE-U SO CRAZY!!!! WELL LADIES LETS SIZZLE:beer: ON. CMC IN DA HOUSE!!!!! LETS GET THIS PARTY STARTED, RIGHT. I'M SO READY AND EXCITED!!!!

HIS BROWN- I GOT MY NEW PLACE I MOVE IN ON THE 20TH OF THIS MONTH. 39TH & WILTON.

POO- AM I NEAR YOU?

WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES ANOTHER WILL OPEN, GOD WILL OPEN. AMAN!

HIS BROWN- THANKS FOR THE TALKS. OVER MY VACATION I SAW JUST HOW MUCH I REALLY MISSED YOU ALL SO MUCH:blush: .

MIKESHONEY- MY MAN IS ON THE WEST TOO. WE THROWING UP THE "W". HE WILL BE HOME IN JUNE.HE WON'T GIVE ME THE DATE. BUT THIS VISIT I'LL JUST HAVE TO SWAY MY HIPS A LITTLE HARDER I'LL GET IT.:dance:

MIKESHONEY, I am glad you had a good visit and everything is back on track. I know what you mean about leaving I cry after ever visit and he's been gone 2 1/2 years.

Hey East side ladies, did any of your guys tell you not to write to the P.O. Box 8103 address anymore that they changed it to P.O. Box 8101?

NO ONE WARNED ME ABOUT HOW DEPRESSING IT IS WHEN YOU HAVE TO LEAVE YOUR HONEY:( , ESPECIALLY THE FIRST TIME, I HELD STRONG AND THEN GOT IN MY CAR AND SOBBED LIKE A NEWBORN, BUT IT WAS WORTH EVERY TEAR TO BE ABLE TO SEE MY HUBBY. WELL LADIES HAVE A GOOD NIGHT.

Oh yes, leaving is the hardest thing. I have to warn you... it doesnt get any easier. Whether its the first visit or your 1000th visit.. it just doesnt get easier. My Honey is almost home, and it's weird but leaving him behind is getting worse now. Maybe Im anxious. The good thing is that now you all have your visits to look forward to. Im so happy that you had a great time! I bet both you and your Honey are on cloud 9! Will you be up again soon?

Hey East side ladies, did any of your guys tell you not to write to the P.O. Box 8103 address anymore that they changed it to P.O. Box 8101?

Good looking out Drena. I just called the mailroom to confirm and this is what the lady said.

"P.O. Box 8101 let's us know that the inmate is on the East facility and P.O. Box 8103 let's us know that the inmate is on the West facility. So it allows us to sort the mail faster. If your husband is on the East facility and you happen to use the 8103, it will still get to him it just may take a tiny bit longer."

So bottom line is.....

If your loved one is on the EAST FACILITY use: P.O. Box 8101

If your loved one is on the WEST FACILITY use: P.O. Box 8103

Hey East side ladies, did any of your guys tell you not to write to the P.O. Box 8103 address anymore that they changed it to P.O. Box 8101?

Well no wonder JB said the mail has been so slow. Thanks for the info girls.:thumbsup:

Don't thank me...it was all TJ-lol! I am glad to know I wasn't messing up. Thanks for calling and double checking 007!!!!

Wow Look At What I've Missed.

B's, Welcome Back Girl. Glad You Got Some Rest, A Place And You And Your Son Enjoyed The Car Show. I Will Keep In Touch With You About The 28th And Still Everything Is A Go. I Will Be Calling Soon.

Mikes, Im Glad You Enjoyed Your Visit. Sorry We Did Not Get To Meet But I Will Definitely See You On The 28th.

Claudia, You Lucky Girl You!! What More Can I Say.

Lisa, Thanks A Million For All Your Help As Always And For Listening To My "almost" Psychotic Episodes When Dealing With The Wonderful "cdcr". Youre Absolutely Wonderful (as Are The Rest Of You Ladies)

Candy, Whats Going On Girl Where You At???????????? Wheres Austin...hmmmm?????

Drena, Luckily Ive Always Addressed Mail To 8101 But Still At Times They Still Take A Week Or Two. Ive Been Sending Valentine Cards Like I Own Hallmark So I Hope There Is No Delay With Those.

Everyone Else, Wavin A Big Heyyyyyyy And Wishing Everyone A Safe And Blessed Week.

Don't thank me...it was all TJ-lol! I am glad to know I wasn't messing up. Thanks for calling and double checking 007!!!!

Oh okay.......thanks TJ! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Bobby called this afternoon right, and I said, "baby why didn't you tell me to use P.O. Box 8101 instead of 8103?" Why did he say, "well love didn't you notice on my letters to you I've been putting 8101 on the outside of the envelope." I laughed and said, "well duhhhhh.....do you honestly think I look at the outside of the envelope????":rolleyes: He's such a dork sometimes!!!:idea:

HAHAHA Bobby is way to funny!

Crystal, I am so glad to see you checking in. I was just thinking about you and ready to send a PM your way-lol.

Anyways, ladies have a good day!

HAHAHA Bobby is way to funny!

Crystal, I am so glad to see you checking in. I was just thinking about you and ready to send a PM your way-lol.

Anyways, ladies have a good day!

THANKS DRENA FOR CHECKING ON ME. IM DOING OK JUST MISSING MY BABY LIKE HELL AND TRYING TO KEEP MYSELF OCCUPIED IN BETWEEN CALLS AND LETTERS.

HAVE A GOOD ONE.

Hi everyone! I hope all of you are doing well and that you're having a good week so far!

I just got off the phone with JB and he was telling me that he got a Ducat to go see the Board tomorrow.. then the officer came on and said "Time's Up" . I was about to ask him what exactly that means, since he's being released in March?

Ladies can you help me on this? What happens when they go to board? Is it his annual? Any info ladies is greatly appreciated.

Hello my fellow CMC ladies......just dropping by to say high.

Today has been such an awful day for me and I can't wait for it to end! :mad: Thank you so much for being there for me today Crystal...it really means a lot. I'm just so pissed, upset and ugh.....I just want to go to sleep and hopefully tomorrow will be better. :shrug:

Sorry, Aztkgirl.....I just saw this note but I had to reply.....Did you go to that great Japanese restaurant in Downey? I love that place......My boyfriend and I have many beautiful memories of going there together and it's one of the first places we plan to go when he gets out........We love to sit all close in the corner (it's dark) and sip Japanese beer and enjoy the music.....<sigh>

I find myself in a good mood today! I finished my Christmas shopping last night and all I have to do is go to my in'laws tomorrow morning and play Santa. Im gonna be visiting this Saturday and I just cant wait.. I miss him so much, and on Sunday Im gonna do my rounds with family. Honestly Im just excited that this year is almost over.. holidays havnt been too fun for the past 3 years.

For New Years..My kids and I might go to this Restaurant in my town. If you all are ever in Downey and like Japanese.. this place is beautiful. Its nice and dark.. they have someone playing a piano and in the middle of the restaurant is this big pond with Koi Fish swimming around... its just gorgeous! They have a great New Years celebration and its kid friendly.

Ladies, what are your plans for New Years?

Sorry, Aztkgirl.....I just saw this note but I had to reply.....Did you go to that great Japanese restaurant in Downey? I love that place......My boyfriend and I have many beautiful memories of going there together and it's one of the first places we plan to go when he gets out........We love to sit all close in the corner (it's dark) and sip Japanese beer and enjoy the music.....<sigh>

Yes, "SAMBI OF TOKYO" in Downey, is where we like to go. Its a nice place, isnt it? and so romantic! I cant wait till my Honey gets home so we could do all those things together. Soon!

Yes, Sambi's.......so romantic......makes me miss him more. He just left LA County jail this morning for North Kern County SP for Reception...<sigh>. I know this is going to be the hardest part, right? Reception - no phones?? Anything else I need to be prepared for?

Yes, "SAMBI OF TOKYO" in Downey, is where we like to go. Its a nice place, isnt it? and so romantic! I cant wait till my Honey gets home so we could do all those things together. Soon!

Yes, Sambi's.......so romantic......makes me miss him more. He just left LA County jail this morning for North Kern County SP for Reception...<sigh>. I know this is going to be the hardest part, right? Reception - no phones?? Anything else I need to be prepared for?

I'll PM you.:)

Hello my fellow CMC ladies......just dropping by to say high.

Today has been such an awful day for me and I can't wait for it to end! :mad: Thank you so much for being there for me today Crystal...it really means a lot. I'm just so pissed, upset and ugh.....I just want to go to sleep and hopefully tomorrow will be better. :shrug:

Lisa it was one of those days huh? Well I hope that today has been a better day so far, and that it only gets better. :)

Lisa it was one of those days huh? Well I hope that today has been a better day so far, and that it only gets better. :)

Thanks Claudia, but no today isn't a better day! :( Bobby and I got in a huge....I mean HUGE arguement yesterday. He said something that he's never said to me beofre and I flipped! I'm still pissed! What's pissing me off more is on Wednesday's & Thursday's he's able to call all morning & afternoon long....but still no call. I already set my mind that I wasn't going to pick up the phone until Monday...but he's not even trying to call and apologize??????? WTF :angry: :angry: :angry: I am so pissed and I'm not one to mess with! So mark my words.....If he does not call me by monday (01/16/06) as much as it's going to hurt me....I WILL NOT BE GOING TO SEE HIM ON JAN. 29th WHEN HE GETS HIS VISITS BACK!!!! I won't just pull sh!t out of my a$$....I mean it!!!! Ugh...I'm so PISSED!!!!!!!!!!:angry: :mad: :angry:

OH LISA, I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL WHEN BOYS SAY REALLY STUPID THINGS, SO MAYBE I CAN OFFER YOU THE SAME ADVICE YOU OFFERED ME WHEN MY BOY HAD MADE SOME EXTREMELY STUPID COMMENTS. TAKE CARE OF YOU FIRST, BUT ALSO KNOW THAT IT IS VERY FRUSTRATING IN THERE ALSO, ESPECIALLY WITH YOU GUYS NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE EACHOTHER FOR ALMOST A WHOLE YEAR. i DON'T KNOW IF YOU REMEMBER, BUT MY BOY DIDN'T CALL FOR 2 WEEKS, AND THEN CALLED CHRISTMAS DAY.....BUT HEY WE ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES. yOU GUYS WILL GET THROUGH THIS, I THINK THE TIME NOT SEEING EACHOTHER IS JUST STARTING TO GET TO BOTH OF YOU. HANG IN THERE.

Lisa you are still going on the 28th things will be just fine, I am so looking forward to seeing you. its been a long year and a lot of heart ach so the best thing you can do is see your BOBBY, I know you are mad but in a few days he will call, I have the same feelings all the time about Reggie he gets me real ticked off but I have to realize what place he is in and it is not a normal setting for a relationship so I take a few days to get over it and by the time he calls I am fine you will be too. I know how you are feeling cuz my last visit was great till the last 30 mins we got into it I did not even want to say good bye or give him a hug and kiss, and that is bad I had tears in my eyes when I left I vowed I'd never return, I thought about it for the last few days and I am over it back to missing my best friend, hang in there this to shall Pass

love you girl

aways Beth

Hey girls, i've missed you guys this week. You are all on my minds even though i don't have time to write.

Lisa what is going on sweetie? Dont' worry it will be ok, and you will most definatley be visiting ..... right?
I hope you are all doing good, I've been keeping really busy with trying to juggle my new job and take care of the kids. It seems that by the time i get home eat, do there homework,clean up and get everything ready for the next day it's 10:00 and i'm ready for bed. So this is a quick hello and i miss you all :) once i get used to this working mom thing, i'll be back on more. Talk to you all soon.

MikesHoney & Beth, thank you both so much for the advice. Look at me giving advice but I can never practice what I preach huh....lol! Well it's okay because I'm a woman, we have the right to have mood swings. :haha:

Well Bobby ended up calling tonight at around 5:45pm. I answered the phone just to hear what he said during the recording. The 1st time he called it said......you have a collect call from "Bobby," and then I hung up and did not accept it. He called back and in the recording he said, "oh so you're gonna act like that huh and not answer," and again I hung up. Finally the last time he tried calling he said in the recording, "so you're not gonna answer, that's how it's gonna be," and again I stuck to my guns and did not answer. I wasn't going to answer the phone regardless but I was at least hoping to hear, "I'm sorry" or "please forgive me," but instead I hear that bs! :angry: I am soooo not happy with his butt right now and as hard as it's going to be I am not accepting his calls until Monday. He needs to realize that I'm hurt and upset with what he said to me and that I'm not going to just take it....I'm not the one!!!! He really needs to either shape up or ??????? Oh and since he did try calling today I will be there to visit.....but shhhhh......because he doesn't know that k!!!!!:eek:

Lisa, your to funny. i don't know what he said, but by the way your pissed it must have been really bad. you know though that the only thing your going to do by avoiding his calls is make the both of you angry, time won't heal, communication will.

Sarra you said it perfectly !!! Communication But your probly right, if he doesn't say sorry maybe you shouldnt' go visit......After all if you think it's that bad,he probably doesn't deserve a visit. Either way..... Love Him .....Hate Him.....Were all here for you. :grouphug:

Well here we are on day 3 of arguing! :blah: He hasn't tried calling yet....humm???:rolleyes: Yes I am going to visit on the weekend of the 28th after all I can'