Clear Truth

There are crossroads in everyone's life where a decision is made-affecting everything that follows.

In “Clear Truth”, I'll be sharing my life journey through these crossroads with you. This isn't exactly the easiest thing to do because it reveals many personal details, never before discussed: gambling, deceit, betrayal, and crime.

I believe this writing is essential for the healing of others, as well as myself, therefore, it's a decision for which I will never regret.

You provided me with wonderful memories and, with them, allowed me to express my love like never before. Falling in love with you was an honor and a blessing. You will forever be a fabulous person, my richest treasure, even if it's only in memory.

CONTENTS

Acknowledgments

An Opening Word

Introduction

PART I CLUELESS

1. WEEKENDS

2. ENLISTMENT

3. HOTEL

4. BOOT CAMP

5. BARRACKS

PART II NEVER SAY NEVER

6. RADIOMAN SCHOOL

7. NORFOLK NAVAL STATION

8. DEPARTMENTS

9. VETERAN

PART III SLIPPING

10. PARLAY CARDS

11. STRAIGHT WAGERS

12. NEIGHBOR

PART IV HUNGRY FOR MORE

13. CRACKER BARREL

14. ROVER'S SPORTS BAR

15. NBA

16. NEW YEAR'S EVE

17. BB&T BANK

18. OFF-SHORE GAMBLING

PART V AFTERMATH

19. BLACKJACK MACHINES

20. LAS VEGAS

21. AMBER

22. SECOND CHANCE

PART VI INCHING FORWARD WHERE THERE IS LIGHT

23. SENTENCING

24. 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13

Letters

Glossary

Index

ACKNOWLEDGMENT