Was wondering how others deal with this or how they feel about helping keep friends connected through the system? I am NOT talking any ILLEGAL activity, gangs etc, although i would assume most are aware it is NOT permitted for inmates to keep in contact and i guess therefore illegal(?), but was talking more in terms of friendships formed over a great length of time inside, especially the one's doing life.

Personally, i have not re written mail to another, nor have i placed other mail inside my letters, but have copied and sent photo's, enclosing a small note, or card in my own words. I understand why inmate contact is not allowed, only under certain conditions, but can't help but put myself in the shoes of these people, many have grown up inside, friendships formed, strong bonds........

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