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A Learning Journey

In and out of prisons and institutions, with time spent on the streets, he never knew he was on a journey that would lead to hope, sobriety, and a fulfilling life

I was born in a small city near Los Angeles, but I have no recollection of ever living there. My father relocated for work to Houston, Texas, when I was around the age of 2. Growing up the youngest of four children, I became a follower rather than a leader, and following was a way of living that managed to stick with me for much of my life.

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