Susan: Hello? Yes, I'll accept the charges.
Beth: Hi, Mom. It's me. Please, come and get me out of here. I don't belong here. These women are mean and are criminals.
Beth whispered, pleading with her mom, her voice trembling with desperation. Tears streamed down Beth's cheeks as she spoke; her voice was heavy with emotion. She scanned the room, hoping no one was listening or could hear her conversation.
As Beth chatted with her mom, she had no clue that an inmate nearby was eavesdropping on her conversation. Once that inmate hung up from her call, she didn't hesitate to spread the word to all the other inmates.
Suddenly, the vibe in the general area shifted; it got even more intense as the news spread like wildfire. Voices rose in frustration, with inmates cussing and venting their anger at what Beth had said.
It was a harsh reminder of how quickly feelings can flare up in tight spaces or how even one wrong word can set off an emotional chain reaction.
Susan: I know this whole thing is tough, but what you did at the convenience store was a felony. I get it―you're in a rough spot right now, and this is one of the hardest things you've faced. I reached out to our family attorney, and he'll come to see you tomorrow.
Hopefully, you'll be scheduled to see the judge soon. I will be there for you when you go to court. John came to the house to be with the kids, and he took off work so he could take them to school, plus to be there when they got home.
Beth: Mom, did you notify my job about my absence, and did you ask Arlene to pick up my car? Can you tell her I'm sorry for hanging up on her? I regret putting you and Dad in this situation. I can't stand being here, and I just want to come home to my kids.
Susan: I hear you, honey. This is exactly what your dad and I warned you about for years. To be thankful and humble, but you didn't do either one. You've always overreacted and treated people like they're beneath you. I thought you would change, but you didn't.
Hopefully, you can reflect on this and grow from it while you're in there. IF that reality doesn't open your eyes, I'm not sure what will.
Beth: Mom, I realized how wrong I was, and I'm truly sorry for my behavior. I just want to come home and never put myself in a situation like this again. I promise to change the way I treat people. I'm just praying the judge will allow me to come home.
Operator: You have one minute before your call ends.
Susan: Alright, we'll catch up tomorrow. I'll make sure to let Arlene know you're sorry and express your gratitude for her help.
Beth: Okay, Mom. Give the kids a big hug for me. I love you all so much, and I can't wait to see you all again.
Susan: We love you too, honey. I will kiss the kids for you, and hopefully, you'll be home in a couple of days.
Beth: Mom, I hope to be out sooner than later. I feel like the walls are closing in on me.
Susan: You will be OK. Talk to you later. Bye.
Beth: Bye.