Dave,
your previous post was awesome. When you have some free time (I know…) you must consider telling your story in such an articulate way to others - not just here. Career day at schools, etc.
R.E.M. has a great line in one of their songs which says, “Old man, you’re not yet young, there’s time to teach”. This isn’t so much a reference to your age (of which I have no idea) but your experience. Only by the older generation passing on specific experiences and triumphs can the next generation be encouraged and taught what really matters.
You have a way with words and should share your experiences if and when you can. 
“I told my doctor that I broke my leg in two places. He told me to quit going to those places.” - Henny Youngman