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[breathoflight]

[Warden Filter]

I have noticed an increase in talks about building a better sense of community here on the Barge as of late. It's certainly not a bad conversation to have because regardless of whether or not a particular individual is a warden or an inmate, we are responsible for ourselves and for one another.

For that to happen, I believe we as wardens need to take a look at ourselves. Our main focus is, of course, the inmates. Different reasons have brought us here, but regardless of our motivations, the rehabilitation of the inmates is our top priority. To do that best, we need to be at our best. I do not mean to say that mistakes cannot happen, but rather that we must rely on one another for our care as we do to care for the inmates. Truthfully, I have not been here long enough to assess the support in place, but I worry we are not taking care of ourselves enough.

That said, I also wonder if perhaps there is a way to include the inmates in such a system, to encourage a healthy and better sense of camaraderie with everyone on board. I know not every inmate deserves the same amount of trust or input necessarily given their current states and the recent wrongs they have committed, but I think more inclusion could greatly benefit relations between everyone regardless of their status.

It may seem hypocritical of me to propose this only to the wardens for now, but we are the ones with the power to institute these changes.

I just ask that everyone reflect upon this and please offer any opinion you may have.

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[If anybody needs to talk to Snow in person, she'll be in the chapel. She's thinking/praying, but don't hesitate to interrupt. She'll gladly converse with you. c:]

Comments

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[surfaceshine]

Oh, this is gonna go over awesome.

[That's the opinion, and it's completely sarcastic, but he's still here.]

You got any specific ideas how to go about this, sweetheart?

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[breathoflight]

[Losing the attitude is a good place to start, Dean. >:v]

Do you have an open mind for any ideas at all, sir?

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[surfaceshine]

[Please, Dean is like, 80% attitude. If he loses that he'll only have his good looks.

And, of course, now his cursory smirk is broadening smoothly.]

Oh, I got an open mind for all kindsa ideas. But you're the one who brought it up, and anyway - ladies first.

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[breathoflight]

Truthfully, I do not know enough about what could possibly be feasible on the Barge and what everyone is willing to attempt to have anything concrete and only broad, general ideas.

But I believe including inmates in discussions about doling out punishments for example could be beneficial. I realize that some would be resentful or perhaps too harsh given their histories, but not all will necessarily react in that manner. Many of them do not feel as though they are being listened to from what I have observed. Allowing them space to speak as part of the conversation instead of an outside party would help in building trust and a sense of community.

I also believe creating some sort of activity that's unrelated to rehabilitation in a direct manner that both wardens and inmates could engage in as equals would be beneficial. It would provide a time and place where everyone could simply be people for a time instead of wardens and inmates.

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[megamind]

I'd love more dialogue and community, but it's difficult to foster the idea of 'we're all here together' when half the population is here against his will. Which any inmate - or inmate turned warden - can tell you. THat's why there are two communities, and we just happen to share space.

Easing relations between them would be a nice thing, though.

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[breathoflight]

Yes, that is going to be the greatest hurdle on the inmates' behalf, but I believe as a whole there must be something we can do.

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[megamind]

Treating them with people, extending trust, so on and so forth, is important. Sadly, intruding on the one-on-one bond between inmate and warden can be seen as invasive or outright undermining, so... yeah.

This whole level of ownership and permissions nonsense can get out of hand.

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[an_abomination]

I think a lot of Inmates would benefit from more structure in their lives. Maybe a couple of different support groups, team sports, and different recreational clubs would be good.

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[breathoflight]

That's an interesting idea. Giving the chance for wardens and inmates to interact as people instead of as warden and inmate could serve to better relations. Especially when they need to work together in friendly competition.

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[an_abomination]

That's what I am thinking. Plus, it would encourage inmates to work together and help build trust. At least that's what I've heard team sports help do.

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[routemistress]

'Ello love, I don't think we've talked yet; sorry about that.

I'm a bit wary of anything involvin' any more rules or structure [read: allergic to structure and ignores any and all rules she finds inconvenient] but I'm all in favour of makin' more connections and takin' care of each other better.

Personally, I've been lookin' into takin' over the spa and makin' it more of a Barge thing. No one's really running it these days and I reckon it could be a big 'elp to everyone.

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[breathoflight]

I believe the important thing is that we've had a chance to talk to one another now.

[Snow & her better late than never attitude.]

That sounds like an absolutely wonderful idea and something that would benefit everyone.

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[routemistress]

[Iris grins, because she agrees.]

Exactly, love - we've got all the time in the world 'ere, any road. Well, except when we 'aven't. I'm a bit up to me ears in weapons tech right now, I might leave it till after this port that's got everyone's knickers twisted. By then I reckon we'll all really need a bit of luxury.

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[tolaywaste]

It's a good idea. As far as including inmates - I mean, I think we could just include them in the conversation. Some of them are going to be jerks about it, but that doesn't mean they should be cut out, and I think most [well at least some] of us can manage not to take attitude personally.

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[breathoflight]

Yes. And those without the attitude may have something meaningful to contribute we would otherwise miss without their input.

12eva okay i'll stop

[tolaywaste]

I think a lot of them will. They're not stupid, you know? A lot of them are smarter than a lot of us, so, hey. Could only be helpful.

[burnmythoughts]

[Jean's smile is warm and sincere.]

I think you're right. Completely. We all come from different places, for different reasons, but we all want the same thing - to help people. And part of that is making the Barge a place that feels...safe. Comfortable. At least, you know, socially. [She tries to hide the sudden tightening of her features, but doesn't quite manage.]

We can't stop the floods, or the breaches, or make the ports any safer, but - we can do our best to make this environment better.

[Her brow furrows, a little.] I think a big part of that is communication. If you need help - you know, helping, then don't be afraid to ask for it. And make sure Inmates aren't afraid, either.

And I agree with Kon. Giving people more stuff to do, fun stuff, would be great.

I think we should make sure to support Inmates without Wardens, too.

[breathoflight]

Those are precisely my thoughts. No one should feel like their voice is going to be ignored or overlooked regardless of whether they are a warden or an inmate. The only way for the more abrasive individuals to begin changing their patterns of thought is if they are allowed to express those thoughts in the first place and be engaged in a dialogue instead of allowing the thoughts to simply fester.

I also agree about the inmates who lack a warden. I think perhaps they are more easily overlooked and forgotten except when it comes to exploring ports. They should have that kind of support while they're on the Barge as well.

[burnmythoughts]

Exactly! And - even if they aren't polite about it, it doesn't mean they don't have good points. A lot of the time, the Barge isn't fair. The things people go through aren't okay. We shouldn't shut anyone down for saying the truth.

[An earnest nod.] Maybe we can organise something? Like - I don't know, specific people to go to for certain things?

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[myresponsibility]

I like the idea of letting them have some input in how stuff gets dealt with. I mean, that's what everyone was complaining about back a couple weeks ago, right?

[Private]

Thanks for helping out with Alex and Chris, by the way.

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[breathoflight]

Yes. And they have every right to voice those complaints. I find it troubling they do not feel as though they have the right.

[Private]

It was no trouble. Frankly, I'm surprised by Alex's behavior. I would not have expected him to act in such a way. I know he must have his reasons for it, but there is little excuse for him to continue instigating fights like that between the two of them.

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[myresponsibility]

It's because some people kinda made it sound like they didn't.

[Private]

That's just kinda how some guys act sometimes. It's hard to explain.

he's just here to hit on her i wont even lie

[captain_jtkirk]

You can take care of me any day.

i am okay with this; she might not be

[breathoflight]

I-I'm sorry?

omg snow you love his dad twin it's close enough

[captain_jtkirk]

Hi, I'm Jim Kirk.