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In October, my life took a hard turn. I lost a job in Dallas that meant a lot to me—one of those positions that doesn’t just pay the bills, but gives you structure, purpose, and direction. When that ended, I knew I couldn’t stay in the same environment. I needed distance from the people, places, and habits that were holding me back.

So I made the decision to move to Central Texas to stay with my dad. The goal was simple: reset, rebuild, and finally get my VA disability claim moving in the right direction.

The reality was that changing locations didn't automatically solve my problems. I was still carrying my struggles with me. Alcohol and marijuana had become serious issues in my life, and eventually I reached a point where I had to make a choice: change everything or lose everything.

On March 26th, I made that choice.

Today, I am 86 days sober from both alcohol and marijuana. I have completed all 12 Steps with my sponsor and remain active in my recovery program. Recovery isn't something I "finished" when I completed the Steps—it's something I work on every day.

I continue to attend meetings regularly, stay connected with my sponsor and recovery community, volunteer where I can, and maintain a daily routine of prayer and meditation to strengthen my relationship with God and keep my focus where it belongs.

One of the biggest pieces of good news is that I have secured full-time employment and start my new job tomorrow. I recently left my part-time position because I simply couldn't make ends meet on the limited hours and income. This new opportunity offers significantly better pay and hours, and it represents a major step forward in rebuilding my life.

However, there is still a gap between now and my first paycheck.

At the same time, my VA disability claim for PTSD and hearing loss remains pending. I'm working with a Veteran Service Officer, and while additional documentation has been submitted, the process continues to move at its own pace.

Right now, I'm asking for temporary assistance to help bridge the gap until my first payday. Once I receive that first check, I do not anticipate needing to continue fundraising.

Any support would help cover basic necessities such as:

• Gas to get to and from work

• Food and everyday essentials

• Maintaining the stability and routine that has allowed me to stay sober and move forward

This isn't about comfort—it's about making it through this transition successfully and keeping the momentum going.

If you choose to help, please know that I am deeply grateful. Every donation, share, message, and prayer means more than I can adequately express. Your support has helped me keep moving forward during one of the most difficult periods of my life.

I'm proud of the progress I've made: 86 days sober, the 12 Steps completed, and a new full-time job starting tomorrow. There is still work ahead, but for the first time in a long time, I can clearly see a path forward.

Thank you for reading, thank you for your support, and thank you for being part of this chapter of my recovery and rebuilding journey.