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I’M HOME – 20 Years Later, The Real Has Returned…

  • kimmydodson85
  • Jul 5
  • 2 min read

By: Brad “Da MFn Hustla” Dodson

Category: Redemption | Second Chances | Real Talk

Published on: July 4th 2025



After 20 straight years in the federal system, I finally stepped out into the free world — head high, soul intact, and mission clear.


This wasn’t just a prison sentence.

It was a refining fire.


I didn’t waste my time — I used it. Every job I held, every book I read, every lesson I learned… it was all fuel. I built my mind. I strengthened my spirit. And I developed a vision that would outlive the bars that tried to break me.


🙏🏾 Special Thanks


Before I go any further, I have to give thanks where it’s due:


💍 To my Queen — Kimmy Dodson


You never folded. You kept me grounded, focused, and loved through the darkest hours. You reminded me who I was when the world tried to forget me. I owe you more than words could say. You are the definition of loyalty and royalty.

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💫 To Ms. Lisa Stevens —


From blog brainstorming to platform building, you’ve stood beside me and amplified my voice. You saw potential where others saw problems. You are a true visionary and ally. This site, this message, this moment — it’s as much yours as it is mine.



💡 What’s Next?


I’m not just home.

I’m on a mission.


🔥 I’m building The Real Clean Team™ — a top-tier residential and commercial cleaning service powered by professionalism, pride, and purpose. This ain’t just about mops and buckets — it’s about ownership, community wealth, and giving brothers and sisters real work with real respect.



🧠 Final Thought:


To everyone doing time, just got home, or still figuring it out — this is proof you can flip the script. Don’t let your past trap your future. Your comeback can be louder than your downfall.


This ain’t the end of the story…

This is just the start of the legacy!


 
 
 

1 Comment


My2Centz
My2Centz
Jul 06

You did it Brad! So proud of you. Love the new plan for your clean team and the metaphor of 'clean' is not wasted here!

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