Poor trailer-park kid turned soldier at seventeen-years old, Combat Vet at 21. Was a cop for 11 years and quit after a Spiritual Awakening.
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“Die first, then quit” is my most recent tattoo. It wraps around my left wrist and is a reminder to “keep going” in the face of adversity. The struggles make us strong. Fortune favors the bold; real leaders are born, not appointed. Prior to that I got the most beautiful Sasquatch tattoo on my calf 🤘 Bigfoot is real. Just saying 😉
If your ink could speak, what would it say?I started getting-legally tattooed at 16 years old. That’s the legal age of consent in the state of Vermont. My tattoos tell the story of the UNDERDOG-Leader and Warrior. A fallen King rediscovered! From my Ragnar and Jäegermeister heritage (my great grandpa Joseph was a real Jager in Austria) to my military and artistic expression. My tattoos tell the story of a real journey and a true story. A story suitable for the Hollywood screen. Every tattoo is a bookmark of my wild history!
What would you do with the $25,000?I joined the Army Infantry at 17 years old. I turned 22 in Afghanistan and became a police officer at 23. I spent my entire adult life working for the system, rising to Det/Sgt. I quit my career on 10/01 to spread love and mental health awareness. That 25k would help skyrocket my brand and the message of unity we so very much need. I am a 100% disabled combat veteran out here inspiring the world to be true and genuine! I love y’all and sincerely appreciate this opportunity. Give me the mic
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