At this time three years ago today I was at my lowest point in my life. As a first responder for almost 24 years, I have done great things and witnessed atrocities that no one should have to see, especially with children. These ghosts eventually came back to haunt me and I tried to drink the pain and darkness away. After 3 years of sleepless nights from nightmares and alcohol, I checked into a mental health and rehab facility specifically for first responders. I was nervous, not knowing what to expect, disgnosed with anxiety, PTSD and an addiction to alcohol because of it. There I met some of the most fucked up people with many of the same issues who would later become some of my strongest friends that I could lean on. If I had a chance to do it all over again, I would with all of you. Today I am 3 years sober thanks to hard work, diligence and being able to lean on a strong support group. . I love those mother fuckers! Never had a brother but I feel that this is what it would be like. Stay safe out there and thanks for your support. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
