My name is Paul and i'm 25. Over 8 years ago i plaed guilty to felony assault and 2 years later plead guilty to 2 counts of felony assault and 2nd degree home invasion. I served 3 years in corrections and 2 years on parole. I've quit smoking, drinking, and abusing any and all illegal substances. I've also graduated head of the class in the Fire Fighter academy at my local community college. I've mentored youth at local martial arts schools and serve as an usher at my community church. Yet two definitive constants remain-