Episode 18 Broken pieces: ”We turned our pain into passion.” Special guest: Lacy Spivey & Jesse Franklin

Jessie Franklin and Lacy Spivey: A Journey of Redemption and Resilience

Jessie Franklin and Lacy Spivey’s intertwined lives, marked by addiction and separation, ultimately led them back to each other. Their story serves as a beacon of hope for others, demonstrating that even in the darkest moments, redemption and resilience can pave the way to a new beginning.

1. High School Connection: Jessie and Lacy’s vibrant personalities drew them together during their high school years. Although their initial romance was brief, fate would reunite them later in life, weaving their paths together once more.
2. Bond Through Parenthood: Lacy’s pregnancy with their son, Hudson, solidified their bond. However, alcohol initially held them together while also fueling their downward spiral. Their shared responsibility as parents became a powerful force in their lives.
3. Struggles and Recovery: Jessie battled severe addiction, reaching a turning point where he chose sobriety and relocated to Georgia. Meanwhile, Lacy raised Hudson alone, navigating her own substance-related challenges.
4. Recommitment and Transformation: Despite their struggles, Jessie and Lacy recommitted to each other, embracing the 12-step recovery process. Jessie’s personal transformation led him to become a Certified Peer Support Specialist, while Lacy blossomed into the mother she aspired to be.
5. Shared Faith and Community: Their unwavering faith sustained them. Jessie now coaches his son’s basketball team, surrounded by a close-knit group of friends. Lacy continues her recovery journey, supporting others along the way.

In Jessie Franklin and Lacy Spivey’s remarkable journey, we find inspiration—a testament to the human spirit’s capacity for renewal and hope. 

JESSE FRANKLIN CONTACT INFO 

EMAIL : JESSIE@CourageCenterSC.ORG

(803)-546-8280

LACY SPIVEY CONTACT INFO  

EMAIL: lacyaspivey@gmail.com

(803)-243-2368