I can only describe myself in so many words. To understand the intricacies and complexities of Ruben Garcia Jr., you must get to know me, my friends, my family and my lovers.

I’ll start with the basics. Visalia, CA is my birthplace. My mother birthed me when she was just a child at 14-years-old. My father whom I never spoken to is now dead.

I have substance abuse issues. I’ve never been able to go longer than 270 days without drinking alcohol. I’m at the start of another cleanse, one I manifest is permanent.

I have dreams of making the New York Times Best Seller list, marrying my soulmate and sitting courtside at State Farm Arena.

I’m learning to enjoy the little things, like Thursday 9pm PST music releases, a crispy clean haircut and the sun emerging from the clouds.

I’m nowhere near the man I want to be, but I’m progressing every day. Come ride the wave with me.