Marine. Guardian. Trooper. Convict. Messenger.
Matthew Creighton, the eldest of seven children, was born and raised in rural Alabama. His two brothers died as infants, but Matthew decided, as a little boy, that he wanted to play pro football. He saw how his first cousin had benefited from going pro, and he wanted to do the same thing to make life better for his parents.
Unfortunately, when he was only 16, his mother died from diabetes. A little over a year after he graduated from high school, tragedy struck once again, and he and his sisters buried their father on Matthew's 19th birthday. At the age of 19, he became the legal guardian of his four young sisters.
Pushed into parenthood at such an early age, Matthew needed a better job. He became a very successful Alabama State Trooper, reaching the rank of Lieutenant. Unfortunately, he got sidetracked, and lost his 18-year Trooper career, and was in and out of prison three times.
In July of 2012 Matthew spoke to a group of young people, knowing it was time to get his “don’t get sidetracked” message out there.
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Colleges: 5
High Schools: 21
Middle Schools: 7
Alternative Schools: 3
Churches: 12
Community & Civic Organizations: 10
Law Enforcement Agencies: 4
Jails & Prisons: 2
Rehab, Recovery, & Transitional Programs: 7
Radio & TV: 5
Other Youth Events, Camps, Etc.: 6
Other Community Events: 1
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Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
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Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Phone: 205.440.3347 (3DGS) Email: Contact@MatthewCreighton.com PO Box 361963, Hoover AL 35236
Don't Get Sidetracked is a story of one man's refusal to allow the waves of life to drown him. Matthew Creighton defies the odds against him in his riveting true story of going from Marine, to guardian of his siblings, to law enforcement officer, to convict, and finally to become a messenger. Matthew's story is astonishing, heart-wrenching, and uplifting all in one.
5 Star Reviews:
Inspiring! This book is well written and inspiring. Matthew's story is interesting and easy to identify with. I'm thankful that he was able to share his life so eloquently to help others. Megan H. December 15, 2012
Excellent Read! This is a very well written and easy to read book. I enjoyed every page, couldn't put it down until I finished it! Peace and blessings to you and your family Matthew!! Reseian G. November 30, 2012
Great! The book was great! Douglas J. April 27, 2013
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