We had Louis Stockley on this episode. He was here to introduce us to his mission, Before 22 A Day. Louis is a driven person, and he has become a coach working with small groups to help them identify and address what is not working for them. The name "Before 22" is as significant as its meaning. Being there for them and helping them through the moment, but also being there to listen and work is the key. Inspiration for Louis has been the mentors he has had since he got out. Louis would like to launch the next retreat with 20 guys and have them be successful through this event. One of the biggest things the group would like to see transitional protocol - #1 everyone could get an MOS to help them over a longer period so they are ready when they are out, and #2 what if the VA could directly send people to the group as they are getting out and sent into the world.
The music was brought by Scott D Taylor! He has been here before, and he was amazing as he shared his music live. Scott finds solace and comfort in music, and this is what he determined he would do when he retired from the Army. Scott is working on some of his own music, and we will be waiting to hear more from him as we go! The first song he shares, Dead Wrong, was written by him but for someone else - you listen and enjoy the bluesy sound flowing through the chords. There is a piece that reflects on how hard it is to find where you fit in after your service, and it is hard! He found that person, but it was still not easy, and it took some motivation to get that going. The second song Scott shares is called Ghost - its about a heartache and though he does not know what inspired it, he wrote it and created the chords for it :)
Wreaths Across America – https://www.facebook.com/share/129xDbNmPTJ/?mibextid=WC7FNe
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Next Week's Guests: 29 June 2025
Robert Heckler
Jeff Canada