So I worked another overtime today. Today is my regular day off, but did a 6 to 2 shift for the overtime. That makes 2 extra shifts this week. My vacation fund is happy. Today I was at the penitentiary. However, today’s shift had some issues. Yep, it was another penis day. Why are men such pigs? Unfortunately, in my line of work that wasn’t the first, nor will it be the last time I have to deal with this. Luckily, I have learned to deal. I believe my exact words were “Oh H... Read Full Story

Three years ago today, I started this blog. At the time, I had just moved into my first apartment after my marriage ended and I had just started a new job at a basket warehouse. Things certainly have changed since then. We have had many great adventures. We have done some traveling. We’ve had ups and downs. But mostly, I have enjoyed it. One year ago today, I began a new life. I left my job in San Diego, left my apartment and moved to my home town of Apple Valley. I rented my first hou... Read Full Story

This morning I made french toast for breakfast. I usually make a large breakfast or a large lunch before I have to be at work by 2. It was good. Then I usually pack a microwave dinner to eat later. Nothing is going on much today. The girls are hanging around the house, supposedly cleaning their rooms. I made some peach iced tea. It smells so good. I take that to work with me too. Hopefully it will be nice and clean there. Here is another Michael Jackson video for you. I was reminded of this ... Read Full Story

Tonight we went to this week’s concert in the park. The band was called Southern Spirit. They played country rock tunes all night. The old folks who line down were out in full force. Cowboy hats were everywhere. The last song they did, they decided to do a Metallica song for the young folks. Just so you know, old people will line dance to Enter Sandman. One of the singers in the band was funny. He was the voice of Big Al in Disneyland’s Country Bear Jamboree. Do you remember that... Read Full Story

This week I have begun a new chapter of my job. I actually have the same inmates in the same place every day at the same time… except for Wednesday and Thursday, which are my days off. So far it is going along well. It started out a little rough because they didn’t know me, but we worked it out. Too bad men are pigs, and no, I am not talking about the inmates. I arrived on Sunday for my first day and my office was filthy. There were sunflower seed shells all over the floor. The p... Read Full Story

I know I don't say much about my job, mostly, because I am not supposed to. But I will say that I do like my job very much. FCC Victorville is home to three men's prisons (one penitentiary, and two medium) and a women's camp. I have held many posts in the almost 6 month's I have worked there. I have worked at all the facilities but by far the most at the penitentiary. There is never a dull moment at my job.Well, anyway, here is a work related news article for you. Also, here are links to pre... Read Full Story

First, today is my sisters 21st birthday. Somewhere in Hawaii a liquor store is happy. Anyways, tonight we went to the first of this summers concerts in the park. It was Phat Cat Swinger. They are by far the best band we have seen in the park. They certainly didn't disappoint tonight. The fun part is, not only is the concert fabulous, but the people watching is great. Old folks line dancing to swing music. Swing dancers in period outfits. Kids dancing. Everyone having fun. I had a great time... Read Full Story

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Today is the last day of school for the kids. Carolynn has a half day and Catherine has a whole day. I have to go to work later tonight (or tomorrow morning as the case may be). Of course, I only work two nights ad I have two more days off. Then only five nights after that before the shift change.Today I have already gone to pay the water bill. I am cleaning and doing laundry. Later we will make homemade pizza. Last night the girls and I watched So You Think You Can Dance. I don’t reme... Read Full Story

Yep, talking about men. Are there any out there that are not in contention for Mayor of Crazy Town? Sure there are… They are all already married. Did you know that at my job there are approximately seven guys for every one girl? Did you also know that all of them could in fact be nominated as Mayor of Crazy Town? I am off for the next two days. Then I work two and am off two more. Then I work 5 more of these Midnight to 8 shifts. Then finally (FINALLY) a shift change. I will spend four... Read Full Story