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I want to speak directly to the people of Lynnwood about my past, the lessons I’ve learned, and what they mean for the person I am today.

More than five years ago, my wife and I were in a very difficult and painful period of our lives. We were both struggling with addiction and unhealthy patterns that caused real harm in our relationship. I take full responsibility for my actions and the impact they had on my family. Those years taught me some of the hardest lessons of my life — about accountability, forgiveness, and the power of change.

Since that time, we’ve done the hard work to rebuild our lives through counseling, recovery, and a deep commitment to one another. We’ve been clean and sober for more than five years. Today, our marriage is strong, our home is stable, and our children ar