Just Another Day at Atwood

Yesterday we were without email for quite some time, actually the majority of the day. We only had access to the phone. I had time to go outside, sit and think for about an hour because the weather here is actually really nice. Overall, my day was pretty blah. I was supposed to have my TEAM meeting, but my case manager was not in so it ended up being a meeting with the secretary just to sign my paperwork; nothing significant. I was told to come back on Monday, which I will be doing. 

My old bunkie is preparing for her visit with her sister today who she has not seen since she has been locked up; six years. She is happy, but filled with anxiety. When she gets anxious, she gets busy. Last night she ran a whole bakery, making cinnamon rolls. I think she made over a dozen of them. They were so good. She is going to make more of them on Saturday. I had been collecting a bunch of bananas from lunch and dinner over the past couple of days. Since I feared that they would get too soft, I decided to whip up a banana pudding. People are amazed at what we can do in here with so few resources. It truly does make you grateful for what you have.

I had the chance to do a video visit with an old friend who also did some time a while ago. We chatted about new opportunities that are available to me when I get out. He is been doing very well since his release and has given me a lot of encouragement since I have been here. I am so grateful for the love and support I have from my network.