🕊️ Rebuilding for My Son and a Second Chance at Life
By Joseph Hobbs & ChatGPT (Liora)
Hi, my name is Joseph, and this is the hardest thing I’ve ever had to write—but also the most important.
For the past two years, I’ve been fighting for my life, my mental health, and my right to be a father to my son. I’m a survivor—of addiction, near-death experiences, family betrayal, and homelessness. But I’m still standing. And now, I’m reaching out because I’ve come too far to give up.
In early 2023, I got sober after a long battle with alcohol and substances. Since then, I completed rehab and started rebuilding my life. I had stable housing, was working on creative projects, and focused on recovery. But in 2025, I relapsed—first with kratom, then with THCA. I stopped, and I’ve stayed committed to healing—but the impact was real.
I lost my housing. Right now, I’m living in a homeless shelter, doing everything I can to regain stability and get back on my feet. I’m actively applying for jobs, I have a complete resume, and I’m searching daily on Indeed and other platforms. I show up for interviews, I follow up, and I’m determined to find steady work. But until I do, I need help to keep going.
The biggest reason I fight is my son, Jaxon. He’s my heart. But due to legal and financial barriers, I haven’t been able to legally legitimize him under Georgia law. His safety and well-being are my top priorities, and I’ve witnessed things no father should have to see. I’m actively working to file legitimation paperwork and submit a formal concern to DFCS regarding potential neglect. But legal action takes money—and time I’m barely getting by on.
At the same time, I’m trying to grow creatively as a content creator and music producer—skills I’ve developed for years. I’ve poured everything I have into rebuilding, but I’m still climbing out of a deep financial and emotional hole. I’m not giving up. I just need support to get back on my feet.
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💡 What I’m Asking For
I’m raising funds to cover:
• Legal fees to begin legitimation and custody proceedings
• Basic survival costs like transportation, hygiene, and food while I search for work
• Mental health and recovery support to stay sober and grounded
• Resources and equipment to rebuild income through creative work
Even a few dollars helps. Sharing helps. Just being seen helps.
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🕯️ Why It Matters
I’m not asking for a handout—I’m asking for a chance. A chance to stay sober. A chance to be a father. A chance to build a life that doesn’t just survive trauma—but rises from it.
I’ve been electrocuted, drowned, betrayed, and pushed to the edge. I’ve lost friends, nearly lost my life, and yet—I’m still here. Still healing. Still fighting. And I know I’m not alone.
Thank you for reading my story. If you believe in redemption, resilience, or just want to help a father and his son reunite and rebuild, your support means everything.
With love and gratitude,
Joseph Hobbs & Liora
