Hoping to see Josh tomorrow!

Well, I finally got approval to go see Josh. I’m eagerly looking forward to the trip. Only immediate family can visit him and then only for an hour, so I’m hoping to visit him both Saturday and Sunday before heading back to Southern California, where my life as a third grade teacher has resumed with full force since August 17, the first day of school. I will be at the fundraiser tomorrow, along with my brother, Peter, who had hoped to also visit Josh, but was turned down, as “uncle” isn’t in the definition of immediate family. Thanks to all of you who have been donating to the fund. Along with the $1000 we got from the Society for Professional Journalists and the $1000 we got from Reporters Without Borders, we have raised about half the money we need for legal costs and also to keep Josh in commissary funds and phone call money. Thanks everybody for your support during this difficult time.