The first thing I was taught in my creative writing class was to write what you know. Well, I know the struggle, addiction, alcoholism, failure, fear, hell, hope, faith, love, victory, and joy. And I know them all well! There are two people who have been most influential in my life. The first being Jesus Christ and proverbs 3:5-6— " Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths. " The second being ...