Robert Paul Gallegos

Are we going to die in dignity or disgrace? That is the ultimate question Robert asks us to ask ourselves. He was born in the small town of Española, New Mexico. Growing up poor, Robert was brutally abused by his mother. Being the oldest of four siblings (all born to different fathers), he survived many challenges early on in life. Subsequently, he was uprooted to San Pedro, California—to a different world with more significant issues to face. Robert began to drink heavily and added drugs to his already-tumultuous life as a young teen. Robert's horrifying co-existence with his mother from a toddler into early adulthood drove him to the brink of insanity! Out of the ashes, Robert found a way to become a successful business owner, completed two significant marathons, numerous half-marathons, and mini-triathlons, and kicked the drug and alcohol habit on November 2, 2007—never to look back! His story of stopping drinking, doing drugs, and accepting himself and others is awe-inspiring. Robert's mission in life is to help abused children and bring awareness to those individuals' plight. Robert is also reaching out to those afflicted with drug and alcohol dependency with his life coach expertise and inspirational public speaking ability to transform all he touches with this book!