One Step Forward… Three Steps Back
One Step Forward…
Thank you so much to those directing people to this site and sharing James’ story. Word is spreading and we are thankful for the many of you praying and sharing. In an attempt to raise awareness we have started a SAVE JAMES T-SHIRT Campaign. The shirt is super cute, is a conversation starter, directs people to the website and the profits – (though small-depending on how many shirts sell) will go to help Jeff.
Three Steps Back…
Unfortunately my update today isn’t very encouraging, although I hope this news will inspire you to help in any way you possibly can.
As I have mentioned before, Courts have enjoined Jeff from dressing James as a boy at school, from teaching him that he is a boy, and from sharing religious teachings on sexuality and gender. He has literally been accused of abuse for affirming his son’s biological sex and by simply stating that his son is a boy.
I suppose anything that negatively influences or encourages opposition of James’ social transitioning and acceptance of the change that has been decided for him (not by him) is frustrating to the other side – but to call it abuse is outrageous.
Last week this resulted in the loss of Jeff’s job because this “abuse” was “anonymously” reported to his employers. They had recently given him a raise and his job performance was not called into question. He was given a severance package because they had no reason for dismissal other than fear of liability by association I guess. Of course this severance package will just barely cover child support and a few basic expenses over the next few months not to mention the extreme costs associated with this battle including the $10,000 fee he will have to pay for the court appointed psychologist.
It sickens me that his right to free speech and ability to protect and father his sons has been restricted. I have seen first hand what an excellent father he is and how well he interacts with his boys. He is encouraging and supportive and gentle. I trust him with my children and am outraged that anyone would call his behavior towards his sons anything but exemplary.
The court costs, legal fees, and child support have drained his finances, and he is completely on his own fighting to protect his children…. now without employment!
He is usually a very motivated individual, but the past few setbacks have really been hard on him.
I ask again that you pray, donate, share and raise awareness.
Thanks ~ Sarah