Collection: Cole’s Customs

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I'm an Army veteran from Tennessee. After my service, I struggled to adjust to civilian life. The camaraderie and structure I had in the military were gone, and I turned first to alcohol and then drugs to fill that void. It started as a way to cope with the invisible wounds of war-loneliness, pain, and the memories I couldn't shake. At first, the drugs made everything feel easier, but before long, they took over my life, leaving me isolated and broken.

After years of spiraling, I hit rock bottom. It was only when I entered drug court and met a group of people who truly understood my struggles that things began to change. They called themselves 'Flanders Fields,' and with their support, I started to see a way out. Now, I'm sober and father to a brand new baby boy. I use my experiences to help other veterans and those like me.

I've found my purpose again-helping people rebuild their lives and find strength in their darkest moments.

I'm not just surviving anymore, I'm living, and I'm here to help others find hope, too.

-Cole K”