Notice to new members intending to register - from January 9th 2012

Sylvia · #1 12-31-2010, 11:39 AM

Here is your place for any questions regarding Reception at CCI.

You will find the previous information HERE

Hollywood87 · #2 02-19-2011, 02:35 AM

So my man was in the county jail and I wanted him to hurry and go to prison because he told me that we would be able to have contact once he got mainlined, but now that he is in reception I'm missing him so much, ladies how did u get thru reception and how long were your man in there?

Bluebird79 · #3 02-19-2011, 02:47 AM

I'm in the same boat, Sweetie! And I'm gonna tell you what someone on here told me when I said this very same thing. "Be patient and write him often." That's all I got.

Take care!

Huero's_Wife · #4 02-19-2011, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Hollywood87

So my man was in the county jail and I wanted him to hurry and go to prison because he told me that we would be able to have contact once he got mainlined, but now that he is in reception I'm missing him so much, ladies how did u get thru reception and how long were your man in there?

I remember that exact feeling when my man was in Imperial County Jail (he was there from Oct 13, 2010 to Dec 3, 2010 and 2 hours away from me) I couldn't wait for him to be transfered to prison. Once he was transfered to prison he landed in Donovan which was only 30 minutes from my house so I'd see him every weekend twice a weekend, but I was still completely bummed out because I couldn't hear his voice often. He was in Donovan on the reception yard from Dec 3, 2010 to January 31st, 2011. I got through it by staying positive, writing him daily, leaning on friends, and allowing myself to go through my emotional moodswings. Another tip is to STAY BUSY!! I would do the simplest things and put a ton of effort into it just so that my mind was focused elsewhere.

I feel for you and I wish you the best. Trust me you are strong and you will make it through this. Remember what doesn't "kill" you only makes you stronger and love in the end will ALWAYS win.

Hollywood87 · #5 02-19-2011, 02:54 AM

Awww thank u ladies so much, I'm just going thru a hard time right now because I just miscarried our first child and I finally got around to writing him and telling him so I'm just awaiting a letter from him, I know he is going to be sad I just hope he doesn't blame me

Huero's_Wife · #6 02-19-2011, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Hollywood87

Awww thank u ladies so much, I'm just going thru a hard time right now because I just miscarried our first child and I finally got around to writing him and telling him so I'm just awaiting a letter from him, I know he is going to be sad I just hope he doesn't blame me

WOW I'm so sorry to hear that. He will be sad, but chances are he won't blame you. In fact, he may even blame himself... from experience.

When my man was out running amuck and causing trouble I got pregnant with "our first" (I've got a 2 yr old son from another relationship that my man has custody over) that I miscarried at 12 weeks pregnant. He was heartbroken and bawled like a baby, but never once put the blame on me. He said, "better luck next time." Sure enough it was better luck next time because a month and a half later I got pregnant again just before he went in and now I'm 27 weeks pregnant with our first little girl.

So, be prepared for when he gets home that he may want to try for another little miracle because he'll miss your angel baby.

Hollywood87 · #7 02-19-2011, 03:07 AM

Thanks Hueros wife, that's what kind of stresses me out, I know he has a really bad temper so I don't want him to be so hurt by the news that he does anything stupid, he has told me time and time again that looking forward to coming home to his and I baby is the only thing that keeps him focused

crissk · #8 02-19-2011, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluebird79

I'm in the same boat, Sweetie! And I'm gonna tell you what someone on here told me when I said this very same thing. "Be patient and write him often." That's all I got.

Take care!

I wish there was more advice, but that really is it!

**sidewalker** · #9 02-19-2011, 11:35 AM

I will make you all feel better.
Hub was in reception for 13 months.
yep.
(not NORMAL!!)
WRITE often. Its the only way to get thru it.

Nina Davis · #10 02-22-2011, 02:14 PM

My husband has been in reception since December 2010....still in reception

....and I cant get through to the visiting appointment line to save my life

.....man is it hard....I be on redial for almost 3 hours no exaggerating

lots of sad faces......but still Blessed

Wish me luck next Monday

P.S. Did I see correctly??? There are no phones in reception??? How do we talk if its through glass

Sylvia · #11 02-25-2011, 10:35 AM

The booth has an opening below the glass that has holes covered by a grate. (If the booths are like the ones in AdSeg.)

WildCherryNikki · #12 03-30-2011, 10:21 PM

Lovely ladies of PTO, have a quick question. I'm sending him a stationery package with paper, env and stamps. Could I include a little letter I wrote in there or it has to be strictly supplies??

Huero's_Wife · #13 03-30-2011, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by WildCherryNikki

Lovely ladies of PTO, have a quick question. I'm sending him a stationery package with paper, env and stamps. Could I include a little letter I wrote in there or it has to be strictly supplies??

You can include a letter. I always do.

WildCherryNikki · #14 03-31-2011, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Huero's_Wife

You can include a letter. I always do.

It doesn't matter if he's in reception or not right??

Huero's_Wife · #15 03-31-2011, 02:16 AM

right

WildCherryNikki · #16 03-31-2011, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Huero's_Wife

right

Thanks sweety

Huero's_Wife · #17 03-31-2011, 02:58 AM

Not a problem doll

Maryna6-1-10 · #18 04-26-2011, 08:37 PM

is it normal for an inmate not to write often while in reception?, because my man has been in there for about a month and i have only gotten two letters and when he was in county jail i got a letter like every other day. so i dont know what is going on or anything.

crissk · #19 04-26-2011, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Maryna6-1-10

is it normal for an inmate not to write often while in reception?, because my man has been in there for about a month and i have only gotten two letters and when he was in county jail i got a letter like every other day. so i dont know what is going on or anything.

Mail is slow there and if you havent sent him paper, stamps and envelopes, it is hard for him to get supplies. You can send 40 envelopes, 40 stamps and 20 sheets of lined paper in a manilla envelope (take off the little metal clasp). You can send as many of these stationary packages as you want but they cannot have more than what was stated above

WildCherryNikki · #20 06-27-2011, 06:38 PM

Hello everyone, does anyone know the average wait time to be mainlined after they've seen a counselor? I wanna know if I'll be able to go visit at least once before they ship him out.

Also which one is the Lancaster prison?

crissk · #21 06-27-2011, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by WildCherryNikki

Hello everyone, does anyone know the average wait time to be mainlined after they've seen a counselor? I wanna know if I'll be able to go visit at least once before they ship him out.

Also which one is the Lancaster prison?

Transfer times vary by bed availability. Sorry.. But look here for LAC

WildCherryNikki · #22 06-27-2011, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by crissk

Transfer times vary by bed availability. Sorry.. But look here for LAC

Thank you Criss!

I wanted to post it and not keep bothering you with my questions but yet again you are the first to respond.

nessbuddy · #23 07-23-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by crissk

Mail is slow there and if you havent sent him paper, stamps and envelopes, it is hard for him to get supplies. You can send 40 envelopes, 40 stamps and 20 sheets of lined paper in a manilla envelope (take off the little metal clasp). You can send as many of these stationary packages as you want but they cannot have more than what was stated above

i was reading what you posted about send him supplies my question is can I attach the stamps to the envelopes or do they have to be separte from them .

**sidewalker** · #24 07-23-2011, 09:08 PM

I would send him either pre-stamped (embossed) envelopes or just regular envelopes and a book of stamps.
I think you COULD send the envelopes with the stamps already on them, but ........
He may be able to trade a few stamps for something else he needs. Like paper or a pen or what nots.

WildCherryNikki · #25 07-23-2011, 09:23 PM

Yup it is better to send the stamps seperate, my guy trades it for all kinds of things like food, pens and other supplies...