705,

On the way in, I really didn’t see any other houses for probably at least 10-15 minutes once we turned off the main road. I’d say the closest town is a half hour away though. But you’re right, especially this early into the year, I don’t want to do anything to potentially make it worse and more strict. I’d rather try and enjoy at least some of the freedoms, while I’m allowed them here.

So since I’ve been on here, Sunday was my weekly day off. It was long and quiet, but spent the morning in my cell, and after lunch was put out in the yard for 4 hours on a chain like in my cell, where I could relax in the outdoors for a while.

Today (Monday) was back again to being put to work, was out in the yard and weeding and sorting the garden. Was given a shower though at the end of the day before dinner, very much appreciated, as the pink was definitely not so bright after a day in the dirt. I feel like this will be my task for most of this week, as with my guard living by himself, it really hasn’t received any attention from him for quite a while!

I wouldn’t say I’m physically attracted to him, but he’s 10 years older than me and can be good to look at sometimes. So it’s definitely not the reason I’m in here, but I’m very lucky to be able to experience being an inmate and there’s something about it that I love. I guess I can start to understand how inmates can get institutionalised, as there is a sense of comfort and being taken care of in here, and not having all the worries of work and the outside world.

Azureko,

In my cell, I’m always on a chain to an eyelet in the wall, which is the opposite wall to the door. Outside my cell, so far I’ve always had cuffs put on both my hands and legs.

But no, I definitely don’t want to follow Miisaa’s life and be in here forever. I also couldn’t imagine life being as strict as she has to deal with.

Luckily I’ve never had a lockbox used! Fingers crossed that hasn’t crossed his mind, but he does keep an eye on what I’m posting here.

I think one ankle monitor is enough, though he did say to me, if still behaved until the 14th that he would most likely take it off me.

If he did a lockbox, then I wouldn’t be able to do any tasks for him outside my cell with the extra restriction. And inside my cell, I luckily don’t have to wear them.

I’m definitely getting back into the routine of being in here very easily, a lot easier transition than when I first came for the last visit. I’m finding that having work to do each day has been good, something to keep me busy but also keep me active and to look forward to doing. Definitely the worst thing though, which I completely expected, is the food again!

Mornings I’ve been getting toast with butter and vegemite for breakfast, lunch is usually a sandwich and dinner has been a mix. Sometimes it’s the same as my guard has, sometimes it’s not, but he keeps it pretty plain and definitely doesn’t give me anything fancy or expensive.

On days where I’ve been working in his house, at least a couple of days per week at the current rate, I’ve been tasked with cooking and preparing both his meals and my own. I have been tasked with preparing a week worth of lunch sandwiches for myself and then wrapping them to be kept in his fridge, I’m definitely being tasked with a lot more jobs to keep myself busy and make his life easier while I’m here.

Today I’m locked in my cell, though I’d typically be out working on a Saturday. He has friends over and they’re watching the football, so I’m being kept out of the way in here. Though I’d been able to make my bed with fresh sheets, and have cleaned my little sink and toilet.

My guard has painted the cell walls in a fresh white, the bed has been moved to the wall of the outside and bolted down to the floor, and the window that used to let at least a little natural light into the room has now been closed off completely.

Even if you think that there isn’t much you can contribute, it’s still nice to be able to meet new people and be able to talk to other people who have an accepting understanding of my situation now. To most the world it would be very strange, but meeting other like minded people on here has been great. You’re always welcome to say hello, or ask anything you’d like to!

I am so glad that you are through it and being able to be here again. What were the hardest parts to endure?
Best wishes
shecret.

Btw: I wonder how many persons are held prisoners in such a strict way that they cannot access the internet and find this forum ...

Welcome back! It is good to know that strict methods can change behavior and make someone a better person. It gives hope to many of us, I think. I am glad your are here again.

Respectfully,

Hello 705

Are there any updates regarding your supervision agreement?

Best Regards

Azureko

Dear Azureko,

Thank you for your interest and for asking.
The restrictions on my access to internet sites have been increased. I asked about this and was told that there have been not changes but there are definitely sites that I can no longer access without getting specific permission for that site. When I ask for permission, there is usually a lot of questions about why I need the site and it is usually checked to be sure it is acceptable for me to see. It is the same with travel restrictions. There is a lot more questioning to be sure I can justify any requested exceptions to my curfew.
I was supposed to serve some of my required intermittent confinement this weekend but schedule changes prevented that. That makes even more pressure on me to schedule time again soon so I do not appear to be resisting the supervision program, even though this change was not my fault. "Compliance is required. Failure to comply is resisting and resisting will be corrected" is the official policy.
The tempo of the training reminder text messages and the bracelet verification messages has also changed and I have not yet figured out the exact pattern. The reminders seem to be more often and the verification requests seem to be on a more random (so less predictable) pattern. A third bracelet has been added so I now have two on one ankle and two on the other. They all report to different web systems and all have different locking mechanisms. There is no way I could escape all of them quickly at one time. Sometimes, the effect of the bracelets and the enforcement of the limitations on my travel seems crushing. Just when I get used to a change, there is another one to deal with.
I will try to do better about keeping the group here updates with changes or my progress in adapting. Knowing that there is a group of people here with similar situations or interests is very halpful. I an grateful that I am allowed this opportunity to socialize.

Respectfully,
705

Dear Jess,

You are right. It is difficult to hide a bracelet but it is not that much harder to hide two on one ankle as it is to hide one. I mostly wear long trousers or pants and pull my sock up over the bracelets so there is not that much to see. If anything, thee is a hint of a lump under a black sock. There is more visibility if I go running wearing shorts, but because I am moving, I don't think people notice. I do try to be careful of how I sit because the pant leg will ride up a bit and make the bulge under the sock more visible. I imagine it was more difficult for you depending on the outfit you were wearing. A bracelet with a dress or skirt would be a lot more noticeable. People have noticed and asked my bracelet a few times. I usually tell them I lost a bet or I am helping test them or something. I am not sure what they think. I was once asked  what I had done by someone who was also wearing a bracelet. I told him I had gotten involved with the wrong people. He seemed to accept that. It was embarrassing but I think that is a factor in being in a supervision program. You have to learn to deal with the social consequences of not having the same freedom as others.
I hope your journey is going well. I will share details of my confinement when it is rescheduled.

Respectfully,
705

Happy birthday Jess!   You profile says it's your birthday today.

How do you celebrate your birthday in your captivity?

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Hi All,

There is not been much posting here lately. Perhaps, it is spring and people are turning their attention elsewhere.
I did want to report that this weekend I was able to spend 23 hours of my required "intermittent incarceration" at a private location about 200 miles away. The time whet well and it is a good start on catching up on the required 180 hours for this year.
I hope everyone else is doing well.
Respectfully,
705