I've been wanting to get into this particular state hospital for a long time, but I knew the risks of infiltrating were high, and it is a very long trip for an uncertain exploration. So I took a chance and called about getting access. They didn't say "no", right off the bat. In fact, they seemed interested to have a photographer come and take pictures of the complex. So I figured the powers that be would deny my request, or maybe file it away and forget about it forever. Today around 1:30 my phone rang. It was the hospital. I answered, thinking I would get a big fat NO, but instead, the lady on the other end asked when I could come... I GOT IN! I am now the happiest girl in the world.

I also went up to AMHI today for the first time. Unfortunately it was dark and security hovered around us like moths to a candle, but we did manage to do a little scouting. With my new found confidence of getting into places legally, I may call them tomorrow to see about getting in. Hope so!