Wesley Cole

Wesley Cole is a native of Toledo, Ohio. He was born and raised in the sixties and seventies, a period marked by social upheaval and cultural shifts with the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Hippie Movement, and the surge in marijuana and heroin use. This formed the backdrop against which Wesley's tumultuous life unfolded. His memoir, A Legend in My Own Mind, provides a poignant glimpse into a life entangled with the shadows of alcohol and drug addiction, a journey that ultimately...See more

Wesley Cole is a native of Toledo, Ohio. He was born and raised in the sixties and seventies, a period marked by social upheaval and cultural shifts with the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Hippie Movement, and the surge in marijuana and heroin use. This formed the backdrop against which Wesley's tumultuous life unfolded. His memoir, A Legend in My Own Mind, provides a poignant glimpse into a life entangled with the shadows of alcohol and drug addiction, a journey that ultimately led him to redemption.Growing up in an environment saturated with drugs and crime, Wesley's early years were far from conventional. He sought solace in alcohol from a remarkably young age, the first taste of which lingered in his memory at the tender age of seven. He was caught in the vicious cycle of addiction, crime, incarceration, homelessness, and thirteen years of crack cocaine use. Wesley's existence seemed destined for despair. However, amidst the chaos, he discovered a profound source of strength. In 1999, a transformative moment occurred as he found salvation through the Grace of God, propelling him into the rooms of recovery.God's presence became a guiding force, introducing transformative ideas, thoughts, and people into Wesley's life. Despite the challenges, Wesley's tireless determination led him to pursue higher education, earning degrees from Cincinnati State and the University of Cincinnati. His journey from the depths of alcohol, drugs, violence, and homelessness to a life of purpose and contribution is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.Today, Wesley resides in Allenhurst, Georgia, alongside his cherished wife, Michelle. His transformation from a life overshadowed by vice to one dedicated to helping others is reflected in his career as a Substance Abuse Counselor and Mental Health Therapist. Through his experiences, Wesley shares a compelling story that serves as a beacon of hope for those navigating the treacherous waters of addiction, showcasing the boundless love that, in his view, God reserves for every individual. See less