No one hands you a manual when you enter a prison relationship—and there are so many things no one warns you about. In this episode, Paige and Gigi get real about the unexpected realities of being in a prison relationship and life as a prison wife.

They open up about the grieving process that comes with incarceration—grieving the life you imagined, missed milestones, lost time, and the version of your relationship that exists only in visits, phone calls, and letters. The ladies talk honestly about how grief shows up in waves, often alongside guilt for still wanting joy and normalcy.

At the same time, this episode explores the role of hope—how holding onto hope can feel both necessary and heavy, and how learning to balance realism with optimism becomes a survival skill. From navigating judgment, loneliness, and emotional exhaustion to finding strength, resilience, and connection, this conversation shines a light on the parts of this journey that often go unspoken.

Whether you’re brand new or years in, Episode 78 is a reminder that your grief is valid, your hope is powerful, and you are not alone.