St. John – Protect Our Culture

Why I Still Change My Sneakers When I Drive

Driving in my sneakers is a mix of comfort, style, and a nod to my father’s preparedness lessons. From the Virgin Islands to 2026, this habit has evolved, but the importance of being ready has stayed with me.

St. Croix Just Landed on a Rooftop in D.C. — And Reminded Me Where My Real Education Began

My first classroom didn’t have desks. It had a kitchen, a dining room, tourists looking for an experience, and locals looking for community. From 1986 to 1991, my family owned and operated The Old Gallery Restaurant & Bar on St. John, Virgin Islands. At the time, I didn’t think of it as an education. ItContinueContinue reading “St. Croix Just Landed on a Rooftop in D.C. — And Reminded Me Where My Real Education Began”

The Ferry Was Never Just Transportation

Reflections on being featured in Growing Up in the Caribbean There are moments in life that make you pause and look back at your journey with a new appreciation. Recently, I had the honor of being interviewed by Keshia Prince-Anderson for her Growing Up in the Caribbean series. Her article, The Infrastructure of Love City:ContinueContinue reading “The Ferry Was Never Just Transportation”