Billy BeansBilly Beans was born in Rapid City, South Dakota but raised in New Rockford, North Dakota. As a former addict in the recovery phase, he now holds himself to a higher moral standard than during his Dark Addiction Days. His motivation also evolved fromsupporting his addiction to helping others. Billy realizes the fallacy of perfection but still strives to better himself through new challenges and experiences. Lucky to be alive and finally experiencing milestone achievements including: a car and driver's license, improved credit score, independent living, meeting his biological father, surviving the grief of his brother's death, and now writing. Billy loves and is proud of himself rather than suffering self-hatred. He has most certainly learned from his mistakes. Billy is writing this book to help others struggling with addiction and to educate their loved ones on how to provide support. Changing for the better isn't an impossible task, the author is living proof. If you are struggling with addiction, you are NOT alone. Read More Read Less