What doors have been opened for you since publishing your books? When we take that first step without seeing the staircase, it opens doors we would never deem imaginable. It’ s called stepping out on faith. Life has taken me on an incredible journey since I became a published author. There has been so many highs and opportunities which I’ m extremely thankful for. Recognition is good, but nothing beats hearing someone say how my book or words helped them or changed their life.
You wear so many hats, so well and so admirably. Ultimately, what would you say is your divine purpose in life? I’ m passionate about many things. I’ m especially passionate about life and people. I would like to continue to live my life in an altruistic way to help make a difference in the lives of others, mainly through my writing and the translation of my experiences through traveling.
Children and literacy is something I’ m also passionate about. I know the value of education and the difference it can make in one’ s life. I want to dedicate my life to empowering others to live their best lives and help children reach their full potential through education, discipline and hard work.
" I’ m fortunate to be living my dream."
Loverly— do you have a motto or favorite quote that empowers or guides you? There are so many, but I’ ve learned to appreciate this motto from my Primary School in Saint Lucia:“ Pray Hard, Work Hard, Play Hard.” Balance is key.
" Pray Hard. Work Hard, Play Hard."
If you weren’ t a writer what would you be and why? Oh my!( laughing out loud)— I’ m passionately curious, so it’ s not limited to anything, but I think perhaps a diplomat.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years? Hmmm … While we’ re making plans, God is busy smiling:) Who knows? Wherever or whatever it is, I hope to be happy and making others happy:)
What charitable organizations are you aligned with? I ' m involved with quite a few charities involving empowering young women and children— Women of Tomorrow, Homesafe, and Women’ s Foundation. I love volunteering and giving back. It’ s my passion.
When you aren’ t traveling or giving back to the community, how do you spend your leisure time? Alone. I spend a lot of time alone with my thoughts.
Tell me something about you that people would be surprised to know? I’ m scared of flying):
What?! Who would’ ve thought! What do you say to folks who are afraid of following their dreams? Why? You were given the vision / dream for a reason. The least you can do is try. Go for it! The only failure is not giving it a try. You must know yourself, believe in yourself and never stray too far from that voice within.