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Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Still riding high on writing not one, but two covers stories for ESSENCE’s annual Black Women in Hollywood Issue 🥹 I had the privilege of profiling rising star Chase Infiniti and the legendary LaTanya Richardson-Jackson, and while this marks a career high for me as a journalist, the moment feels bittersweet following the passing of my grandfather at the top of the year.

If you ever see me in Miami, you already know I’m visiting my grandparents. My grandfather was a man of few words, but much love. Deeply principled and prayerful. A quiet force that wasn’t impenetrable, but far from a pushover. My first example of what it means to be a leader and the greatest man I’ve ever known. I miss him in the smallest of ways, particularly the excitement in his voice whenever I’d call the house phone or the way he would stop and smile when he shuffled by me as I lounged on the orange velvet couch in the den. My life won’t be the same without him in it, but my God, I’m so grateful for all the times we’ve shared.

One of the most beautiful aspects of being a storyteller is the way God ministers to me through my own work. When I interviewed Chase, we spoke about her late grandmother’s influence on her understanding of blackness and womanhood. Last week, Chase told me that section of her profile brought her to tears. When I interviewed Samara Joy for her Grammy profile, she had just lost her beloved grandfather Elder Goldwire McClendon, so to be able to honor him in the piece felt just right. And as I wrapped up a life-changing chat with Mrs. Jackson, she said “tell your grandparents they did a good job with you.”

The last few months have marked a shift in my life, but I truly feel comforted, hopeful and ready for what’s to come, no matter what circumstances lay before us all. Thank you @shelbylnstewart for this amazing opportunity and truly *seeing* me + @ghostwritervic for your edits and shaping. Thank you @chaseinfiniti for your kindness and openness and thank you @ltjackson_ for your candor, wisdom and the shout out during your acceptance speech.

This one’s for you, Granddaddy. 🫶🏽 #ESSENCEBWIH

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

Another year older, another year colder. 🥳♑️🎈 I learned so many tiny lessons this year, but the one that really lingers as of late is that holding on to that ever-elusive idea of “control” is actually so overrated. The more I’ve let go, the more room there’s been for newness. For renewal. For joy. For…I could go on and on. Point being, years from now, I’ll look back on this birthday/year and remember it as the year that I changed my life. What a statement to make and what a reality to exist in. *shouts*

Next year, though? God’s got something(s) for me, and for you too. See you in the new year. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

They say that parting is such sweet sorrow and honestly, there might be some truth to that. I was affected by the most recent wave of layoffs at PEOPLE and I feel…fine? And dare I say optimistic, even?

Spending the last 3.5 years at a major mag has been quite an eye-opening experience. Even with this layoff, 2025 has been the best year of my career and I’m so grateful for the foundational experience that I received at PEOPLE. I had a blast.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my career pillars: value, opportunity (freedom) and understanding. I think the past year has offered me a glimpse into the powerful alignment of all three, but the most elusive pillar, or so I thought, has been understanding. But as I think about my time at PEOPLE, I realize that I’ve actually always been seen and understood: by you, the person reading this. What has meant most to me through all of the viral moments, millions of views and various avenues of storytelling isn’t the most glamorous aspects of what I do. It’s the texts, DMs, comments from *my* people, whether we’re connected by age, race, sexuality, faith, common interest or its intersection. It’s getting recognized, then pulled aside in a DC nightclub under flashing purple strobe lights and being told that I’m an inspiration. It’s looking into the eyes of Juniors and Seniors at my alma mater as they hang on to every word of my experience in this shifting industry thus far. It’s the exchange of humanity in an interview, no matter who/what the subject is. It’s realizing that cultural responsibility and impact can really only be understood by who it was meant for. And what a blessing it is to be understood by YOU. :)

So what do you do when the party’s over? You head to the next one or you plan your own. Either way, I hope you join me on the dance floor. Chat soon. 🫶🏽

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

Home(coming) is where the heart is. 🧡🐍💚

✨ “Every great story starts with truth, and truth starts with you!”

As part of our #GradsAreBack event during Homecoming, #FAMUSJGC grad Nathan Vinson (’19), Weekend Audience Editor at PEOPLE, will host an exclusive workshop on breaking into entertainment journalism. 🎬

Don’t miss this chance to learn from an award-winning alum who has mastered the art of storytelling across platforms.

📅 Wed., Oct. 15 | 2–4 p.m.
🎓 Open to juniors & seniors (3.0+ GPA)
⏳ Apply by Oct. 7 (link in bio)

#EntertainmentMedia #Storytelling #FAMUHomecoming

✨ “Every great story starts with truth, and truth starts with you!”

As part of our #GradsAreBack event during Homecoming, #FAMUSJGC grad Nathan Vinson (’19), Weekend Audience Editor at PEOPLE, will host an exclusive workshop on breaking into entertainment journalism. 🎬

Don’t miss this chance to learn from an award-winning alum who has mastered the art of storytelling across platforms.

📅 Wed., Oct. 15 | 2–4 p.m.
🎓 Open to juniors & seniors (3.0+ GPA)
⏳ Apply by Oct. 7 (link in bio)

#EntertainmentMedia #Storytelling #FAMUHomecoming

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

Let the beat breathe! 🤠 #Night4

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

They say I’m always late, so happy belated! 😅 Finally taking a beat to bask in the cultural experiences of the past few weeks. #BETAwards week and #ABFF are my tentpole events each year, and while rest tends to fall by the wayside around this time, the love, wisdom and the sharing of lived experiences fills me up in a way that just can’t be described. Storytelling is both an art form and a form of service. There are glamorous aspects, yes, but purpose is what fuels the work that I do and I couldn’t be more grateful for every single person that’s willing to share bits and pieces of who they are with me.

And thank you (the lovely person reading this) for joining me on this journey. Hope your summer is off to a great start. 🖤 (This heat, though?! 😰 I see why handheld fans are the wave!)

1st photo: @jemalcountessphotography

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

This moment means everything to me, so you know I wouldn’t just take it for granted 🙏🏽 Still floating after covering the #MetGala this week, ahh!!! What a beautiful culmination of countless red carpets, endless hours of media consumption and almost three decades of lived experience. This is for everyone who always got an ‘S’ on their report cards for being talkative/disruptive in class — we were truly ahead of our time! But more importantly, this is for the most fearless version of ourselves. May we all uncover them in this lifetime. Thank you for all the support + love + prayers, both known and unbeknownst.

Couldn’t be more grateful to be a storyteller! 🫶🏽

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

But God has put His hands on me and ain’t a man alive could ever take it from me. 🙂‍↔️

It was an honor, @serenawilliams! 🙏🏽 #GOAT

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

…and everybody can tell there’s something different ‘bout me. 😉

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Nate Vinson, f.k.a, @thegreatisnate is a rising star among today’s media landscape. With almost a decade of experience across several notable outlets: NBCUniversal, BuzzFeed, People, Nate is a young veteran of the industry with many, many, many more years of greatness in store.

When it comes to skillsets, there is no sector of the business where he doesn’t shine bright. Across social, editorial, broadcast and audio, Nate has established himself as a vibrant and unique beacon of light.

Over the last couple of years, Nate has illuminated his unique prowess for red carpet interviews. Some of the folk he’s interviewed include Luke James, Tanner Adell, Wayne Brady, Keith Powers and many more. His personable aura and true authenticity make it super easy to engage a hi-quality convo fasho.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Nate is a leading voice with over 29.8K followers and counting. His content is compelling and distills moments of Black Culture with humor and reverence. His takes are #oneofone and well deserving of a vast audience.

Tap in with Nate! He’s remarkable and only getting started frfr. 🔥

@thegreatisnate

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂

Another year, another birthday! 🥳🎈 If you’d ask me even three weeks ago how I felt about this year, you would’ve gotten a snarky response paired with a deep sigh. But what a slap in the face that would be to God and all of the many blessings, success and unforgettable moments I’ve had, ya know? For every frustration I’ve felt this year, I’ve felt love, support and encouragement three times over. And I think that’s my biggest takeaway from 2024: the art of letting go. Eating the meat and spitting out the bones is such a humbling, yet necessary practice. And it’s a practice that has led me back to the “main idea,” the purpose, the “why,” so to speak. That’s what I want 2025 to be: a return to self. Florence Welch was right— it really is hard to dance with the “devil” on your back. So, consider it shaken off. Here’s to another year of life, a spirit of newness and getting back to the truest parts of you. 🥂