I am so excited to finally share the most special part of my 2019! Meet Shannel – the beautiful little girl my Grandfather endearingly calls my “God-Child”. Shannel is 3-years old, loves to play and loves her big sister Vanessa! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ During our time together, Shannel gripped my hand proudly and guided me to her […]

I have been under the weather the last few days but I am so glad I got an opportunity to go on a Safari while here in Nairobi. They say many go on Safaris and don’t get a chance to see much but I was fortunate enough to see Lions, Giraffe, Zebras and more! Here […]

  I’ve been to many exciting places and met so many amazing people during my travels but I can genuinely say the people here are extremely kind. From the time we got off the plane, we have received greetings such as “Karibu Dada” which is Swahili for “Welcome Sister”. I like many black Americans do […]

I am currently in New York as 1 of 10 Influencers and Journalists selected to participate in an Inaugural Fellowship at Parsons School of Design powered by Mode Durable. The unbelievably inhumane practices surrounding the fashion, beauty and lifestyle industries must change! I have been gaining tremendous knowledge while connecting with amazing brands and people […]