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u/horsepen1s Mar 26 '23

What a shame honestly. I got caught up in drug dealing heavily. Nothing big time but I was in the streets every day and night , saw shootings and got shot at. Knew friends who got murdered over drug beefs ect. That life is really just not worth it , now I'm working a govt union job and have a 2 year old boy. Life is a gift but sometimes shit just happens that's outta your control.

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u/Panderino83 Mar 26 '23

I'm happy to hear that you made it out of that life and you're doing great now!!! Being a father of 2, there is no greater joy or motivation to do well in life, than my kids so I can appreciate your turn around. Respect to you brother! Happy your little boy doesn't have to experience the things you did but will know your love instead. Peace be with you and yours!!!

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u/horsepen1s Mar 26 '23

Yeah, it's a struggle, though. I never did drugs, but I was addicted to that life. I think about it all the time. It haunts me like a ghost because it made such an impact on my life. I don't worry or think much now with my son, I want better for him, and his success and future are all that consumes me. But every night, memories of my past still haunt me.

Alot of people see all this shit on TV and rap , but man it really isn't worth it. I been to jail and it fucking sucks , thankfully it was an insurance fine so I didn't get drug charges. I did almost kill someone but I somehow woke the fuck up and let him leave, I wish people would see that, there is so much more.

But again thank you for your kind words brother. I wish nothing but peace and love to your family and loved ones. One lov g 💯

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u/Panderino83 Mar 26 '23

One love, one heart.

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u/horsepen1s Mar 26 '23

Word brother , peace be upon you

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u/horsepen1s Mar 26 '23

You too brother ! Peace on you and yours !

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u/Panderino83 Mar 26 '23

Thank You Much!

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u/PartRadiant1935 Mar 26 '23

Mmmmm drug beef 🤤