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puma

puma

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So as most know I'm 51. 10 years ago I decided to give up the life I once lived which revolved around felonies and methamphetamine. During those 10 years I've managed to hold down a job, act right and be responsible. Bought my first house, financed a car and paid it off early. The most important though, having two more kids. 8 and 6 both boys. I coach both of their sports teams and couldn't be more grateful the God of my understanding allowed me to have another chance at life. One of the greatest joys is fixing them breakfast every morning, simple yet very gratifying. The fact the god of my understanding allowed me another chance at life alone is very gratifying, but being in control of two little lives, for ME, can't be described. Most of you being parents already know but for me it's very new. Knowing I'm depended on for everything has never been scary because I knew if I ever got cleaned up I'd be good at life. As I'm typing this my 6yr old comes in, gives me a hug tells me good morning and that he loves me. A life filled with crime and drug addiction to this. Amazing.
 
This is so great to hear. My kids are the best thing that ever happened to me. I’m so glad you’re loving life the way you are!


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puma said:
So as most know I'm 51. 10 years ago I decided to give up the life I once lived which revolved around felonies and methamphetamine. During those 10 years I've managed to hold down a job, act right and be responsible. Bought my first house, financed a car and paid it off early. The most important though, having two more kids. 8 and 6 both boys. I coach both of their sports teams and couldn't be more grateful the God of my understanding allowed me to have another chance at life. One of the greatest joys is fixing them breakfast every morning, simple yet very gratifying. The fact the god of my understanding allowed me another chance at life alone is very gratifying, but being in control of two little lives, for ME, can't be described. Most of you being parents already know but for me it's very new. Knowing I'm depended on for everything has never been scary because I knew if I ever got cleaned up I'd be good at life. As I'm typing this my 6yr old comes in, gives me a hug tells me good morning and that he loves me. A life filled with crime and drug addiction to this. Amazing.
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Glad to hear you don’t live in the fog,haze the cloudy reality of drugs and alcohol. I to have been awake for 24 years from alcohol and 26 years from drugs and 17 years smoking cigarettes. Life is so clear now about 5 years being sober I downloaded all the music (free from Napster and 360 Share) I used to listen to and it was like listening to it brand new all over again! Crazy! Thx to my daughter she made me see the party is over and now she has blessed us with twin boys they are going on 14 months and I’m the happiest most proudest and most jacked and tanned (I get that a lot) grandpa out there I love them to death! Happy to hear that you to have woken up and life is good 💪😁👍 Be the best dad you can be!
 
Great success stories, definitely something to be proud of, thanks for starting this thread @puma. I'm sure others will contribute.
 
puma said:
So as most know I'm 51. 10 years ago I decided to give up the life I once lived which revolved around felonies and methamphetamine. During those 10 years I've managed to hold down a job, act right and be responsible. Bought my first house, financed a car and paid it off early. The most important though, having two more kids. 8 and 6 both boys. I coach both of their sports teams and couldn't be more grateful the God of my understanding allowed me to have another chance at life. One of the greatest joys is fixing them breakfast every morning, simple yet very gratifying. The fact the god of my understanding allowed me another chance at life alone is very gratifying, but being in control of two little lives, for ME, can't be described. Most of you being parents already know but for me it's very new. Knowing I'm depended on for everything has never been scary because I knew if I ever got cleaned up I'd be good at life. As I'm typing this my 6yr old comes in, gives me a hug tells me good morning and that he loves me. A life filled with crime and drug addiction to this. Amazing.
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What a testimony. I so applaud you and admire you on your accomplishment. You have two young men that will need you in such tremendous ways and a father will always step up and come through. You make The Big Man upstairs your number one priority and everything will fall into place. Absolutely awesome.
 
Congratulations on making that change.
Know you are not alone. Times will be awesome and times will be terrible, but that's life, so don't let it discourage you or change what's best for the ones you love.
Remember, raising kids is a mixed bag as they change over time, but don't let that discourage you either, because eventually everything comes back full circle.
Be proud and look to the future because the past is over and done brother.
 
I'll be honest...the most discouraging thing right now is trying to keep the attention of 6-7 6yr olds lol. Coaching my kids football team has definitely tried my patience lol. It's manageable though. I'm always reflecting and reminding myself what the alternative could be. And much thanks to all for the props and encouragement 🙏
 
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I see you’re giving credit to god for the changes in your life, which is great. But do not forget to acknowledge YOUR accomplishments. YOU made the decisions, YOU made the effort, and YOU made the change. Be proud bro. Keep kicking ass!
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Bro, I do. I'm still learning how to be humble about it because I get very arrogant and cocky when I think about it. I recognize it when it happens and I can dial myself back in, but trust me when I tell you I'm not afraid to flex on someone. The god of my understanding knows my intentions and that's why he hasn't served me up a dose of that humble pie. Humility is a constant search for me.
 
puma said:
Bro, I do. I'm still learning how to be humble about it because I get very arrogant and cocky when I think about it. I recognize it when it happens and I can dial myself back in, but trust me when I tell you I'm not afraid to flex on someone. The god of my understanding knows my intentions and that's why he hasn't served me up a dose of that humble pie. Humility is a constant search for me.
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As long as you’re doing right by others, are fair to yourself, and are an honest man, there’s no shame in being a little cocky. 😉

Those around you, and those that care about you, are just as proud. Just remain thankful for your achievement. Great job, man.
 
Awesome, Parenting is the greatest challenge every man would face but it's worth it and the sweetest experience in a lifetime. Keep Up Mate, Be Proud of yourself and family. You deserve it 100%!!
 
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So it's one of those days, feelin like a freight train. Pop a couple orals and a LIT pre workout drink and let's go. 1hr 45min train day. All upper body. Cardio was a 20min hard fuck session. One speed from start to finish. It's one of those days where you feel like nothing can stand in your way. And nothing does stand in your way. If it's negative you remove it. If it's unhealthy you remove it. If it's just a downright mother fucker to deal with, you smack it around then remove it. We won't accept mediocre lives. We expect the best you can give. Even if you can't give 100% that day, give me some kind of percent. I don't care if you're only feelin 40% give it to me. You'll make it up the next time. Don't glide threw in the 0 percentile range, as you'll gain nothing. GOD DAMN IT GIVE ME SOMETHING.
 
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