Through talking of his struggles and tragedies, which there is so much more, much of it would be considered horror and torture; there were also moments of joy and levity. One instance, as Joshua's fighting always for his health and for others, at the age of 13 at only 4'10" his two passions and dreams were to be a fighter pilot and a professional basketball player. He had scored 51 points in a game as such a little man setting a national record; and through a wonderful man (who at the time was his school counselor) had applied him for something called Who's Who among Student Athletes. In all the schools through the nation from 7th grade through 12th grade and all the different classes from D to A, only 100 people were selected to fit in the category and receive this award; which at the time was reviewed by the President and his council. Joshua was one of those hundred people. Yet, still struggling with adversity and always trying to improve himself and living his life to help others; the one thing he still speaks of is the wonderful man, Mr. Graves his counselor, who had treated him so well and felt so wonderful to have this man think of him in such a nice way and take the time to do this for him. Seeing the potential , talent, and kind heartedness for Joshua and wanting the world to see. But the experience that he holds in his heart is with his counselor Mr. Graves who had recently passed. There will be more to come about this anecdote as well as others .
A special thank you to Russell Graves; who took the time to make a difference in a young man's life and has done so much more for Joshua as well which will be added shortly. As will other people who have influenced him throughout his life, including many great people and friends through social media via Twitter, Facebook, etc.
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