From Crack to Colonel: One Woman’s Fight from Rock Bottom to Full Bird Colonel

From addiction to achievement. From despair to destiny.Willette Alston’s life is a testament to resilience and grace. Once trapped in the grip of crack cocaine, she fought her way back to become a full-bird colonel in the U.S. Army.With honesty and heart, Willette shares how faith, family, and perseverance carried her from the streets to sobriety, from shame to self-respect, and from chaos to command. Her journey spans the depths of addiction and the triumphs of military leadership, the heartbreak of loss and the healing power of love.A powerful story of redemption and faith, From Crack to Colonel reminds us that no fall is final—and that even the darkest moments can lead to purpose and peace. Read more