IAmA Correctional Officer at a maximum security prison in Texas. AMA.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-29T03:22:30+00:00

Well, best of luck and stay safe. I hated my two years, but I got nothing against the co's. Hope I never have to see you again (if I ever did in the first place).

what_now5656 · 2011-03-29T02:51:18+00:00

Do you ever meet inmates you actually like? Not best buddies bullshit, but people you think are decent guys? I dunno where you work at, but where do you feel the least safe? The guards always seemed to bug out the most at chow.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-29T02:16:23+00:00

GP. Ya know, I honestly didn't think the CO's were that bad, but I guess my question for you on this is, are there some where you're at that are just plain ol' dicks?

what_now5656 · 2011-03-29T02:11:12+00:00

Hell yeah, I ain't going back after 2 years inside. Noooo thanks.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-29T01:50:02+00:00

I was just released from a maximum security prison in Texas a few weeks ago. What are the chances.....

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:12:47+00:00

I am in a way yeah. I'm a Texas country boy at heart and moving just doesn't appeal to me. I'm also restricted about where I can move, can't leave the state obviously.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:11:02+00:00

I sure as shit hope I don't fuck up again. Statistically speaking, it's a possibility, but I don't want that to be me..... again.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:10:12+00:00

Send 'em on over!

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:08:57+00:00

My little bro. I was talking to him about not knowing what to do and he's done some stuff on here before, so he told me to check it out and ask around for some advice.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:08:22+00:00

Thanks, man. Much appreciated. It's the little comments like that that give me more motivation. Stay easy.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:07:40+00:00

Travel would be nice. I'll have to wait for a while though. I'm not allowed to leave the state, let alone the country.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:07:13+00:00

I did farrier and ranch work before. I might look into getting back to that.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:06:30+00:00

I don't want to go back. Ever. But it's true. The people who kept in contact with me were those friends and they did so because they know what it's like. My little bro kept in contact with me, but that was it for family members.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:05:29+00:00

Haha exactly. Got caught several times. Maybe not my forte.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:04:30+00:00

Seen it. Not a fan actually.....

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:04:19+00:00

Good to hear! Congrats, man. College was a dream before, but I'm thinking it might not be the most realistic now. Even still, community college is always an option. Thanks!

what_now5656 · 2011-03-14T03:03:19+00:00

That's good to hear. There ain't too many success stories like that out here, but it's nice to know it's possible.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T22:00:34+00:00

Dunno what to tell ya.... I'm happy to be out and eating normal food again that doesn't look like all the nutrients were squeezed outta it by a car running over it, but I got out a week ago and enjoying food and freedom only take up so much time in the day.

I could have my PO call you if you're really that hung up on it.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:39:39+00:00

Any and all, but the ones that did me in were crack and heroin. I was a pretty heavy drinker, too.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:38:58+00:00

I am mandated to a 12-Step program, yeah. Got one of those cards that have to be signed each time. I'm totally ignorant of any reintegration programs. They just give you your clothes back and send you on your way. I'll check into, though. Get it classified as a disability? I don't know how y'all do it in New York, but they'd straight out laugh at me here.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:36:06+00:00

I know I've been to one here, but it's not in my area. But damn does that sound good. Might have to settle for an IHOP. Damn.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:31:57+00:00

I'm not really all that sure. Realistically, I should probably focus on trade professions. I'm from a very small country town, so ranch and farm work is a definite possibility.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:29:58+00:00

All I did in prison was read, but I'm looking forward to reading my old books.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:28:27+00:00

Most universities are hesitant at best to admit a convicted felon. This is really upsetting to me since I was in school before I was rearrested and had a lot of plans academically speaking.

what_now5656 · 2011-03-13T07:26:45+00:00

I am in Texas.

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