PROFESSIONAL ~ I am a small business owner and operator of a tax preparation business in Atlantic City, New Jersey since 1997. I prepare tax returns for 400-800 people per tax season. Through this business, I provide opportunities for my clients children. Since 2008, I have paid for 37 children to go on a college tour along the East Coast. I do this so that the children can get a feel of life outside of his/her every day surroundings. I want the children to know that there is hope and dreams do come true!
EXPLORATION ~ When I travel, I usually wander the visiting country to see beyond what is communicated by the mass media. Travelling gives me the opportunity to learn about unfamiliar cultures, meet the people, and establish meaningful relationships. Here is a photo with Native friends of Costa Rica...they invited us into their home!
ADVENTUROUS ~ For extra adrenaline and excitement, I love to ride ATV's up the mountains, on the beach, and everywhere in-between. While riding, I get to feel the wind, take in the sights and get dusty, dirty and a sense of pure freedom. I also enjoy zip-lining through the jungles and speeding or cruising along the waters.
RESEARCHER/ CULTURAL HISTORIAN ~ When children are constantly told that they are worthless repeatedly...eventually they'll believe it. My theory is that if African American children are taught that their ancestors were kings and queens, achievers and developers, designers and architects, leaders and protectors...then these children would know their self-value and self-worth.