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Leisure Time

Interview with Kristen and Grant

JM: What types of facilities were available to help pass the time?
Kristen: cards
Grant: The pod has two levels of cells built around a common area in the middle where there are plastic tables and chairs where you eat, play cards. You can ask for books to read.

JM: Did you have regular access to the entertainment or was competition fierce? Give details.
Kristen: yes the tv
Grant: there is a tv set in the common area, the guards on duty decide what to watch

JM: Did you have a hard time staying in shape while in jail?
Kristen: no I don't exercise so it doesn't mater
Grant: no. you end up doing a lot of push ups and sit ups just for something to do

JM: How often did you get to go outside? What did you do outside if you were allowed to? If you were not allowed to go outside what could you do for exercise?
Kristen: once a day
Grant: once a day, there is a small outdoor courtyard attached to each pod.

JM: Did the jail offer church services? If so, what were they like and when were they held?
Kristen: not while I was there, but would of liked it
Grant: Yes, but no set schedule. Held in a room attached to the pod