"In early 2020, I was working a hospital detail watching a prisoner. Even while loaded up on haldol, the patient had enough strength to throw around nurses and doctors, all while being strapped down. Myself and another officer had to jump on the bed to hold him down. The patient was extremely intoxicated. The worst I have seen in my 21 year career.
I stayed in touch with him after he got out. It has been a little bit since I've run into him but something brought us together this morning. Thomas couldn't wait to tell me that today marks 5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ DAYS SOBER! After seeing him in the hospital that night, I thought for sure we would likely find him dead somewhere from drinking.
Thomas is living life and has a glow about him that he himself hadn't seen for several years because of alcohol addiction. He has his own apartment and is looking to bring his dream of being a tattoo artist come true. He told me people wanting to get sober often ask him what the magic was to getting sober. "There is no magic, you just have to want it." Thomas, I know your mom must be so proud of you!
If you are struggling with addiction, I hope Thomas's story can help you realize that you can do it his too. Let those who want to help you, help you!
CONGRATULATIONS
Credit: Officer Darren Derby -facebook.com/OfficerDarrenDerby
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