The Carnival Vista Brings Even More Fun to Galveston, TX
Art, Living, & Design September 24, 2018
As a native of Houston, TX, I spent many days in Galveston, TX. A relaxing day on the beach was only 45-minutes away (my friends and I once made it in 15 minutes, but I’ll save that story for another post). I would go there for a brief respite... Read more
10 Reasons to Explore Jacksonville’s African American Heritage Trail
Art, Living, & Design March 15, 2018
I lived in Jacksonville, FL in the late nineties. I must admit that it wasn’t my first choice of locations. However, I knew it had to be better than the place I was living – Brunswick, GA. To my surprise, Jacksonville turned out to be a nice place to... Read more
My Experience with Surfing and Why More African-Americans Should Give it a Try
Entertainment & Sports July 19, 2016
As a young African-American male, I never had much exposure to water sports. Sure, I’d go to the beach or a friend’s pool party, but I never participated in activities such as water skiing, riding jet skis, or surfing. I recently had the opportunity to Hang Ten (or attempt... Read more
Since I’ve been a dad, I’ve taken some fabulous vacations with my family. We visited Disneyland & Disney World (where we attended an exclusive preview party), Universal Studios (where we had behind-the-scenes access), toured Washington, D.C., and took a Caribbean cruise. These trips were once-in-a-lifetime experiences and we thoroughly... Read more
The Bentonville Film Festival Champions Diverse Voices in Entertainment
Entertainment & Sports May 11, 2016
I am fascinated by the art of filmmaking. When I watch a film, I pay attention to camera angles, color and saturation, cuts and fades, how it uses music and lighting to evoke moods. I also listen closely to the dialogue and watch how the characters move from scene to scene.... Read more
The Houston Texans Welcome the Carnival Breeze to Galveston, TX with a Fun Mother’s Day Event
Art, Living, & Design May 8, 2016
When Carnival Cruise Line commissions a new ship in Texas, they do it a big way. To celebrate the arrival of the Carnival Breeze, the cruise operator hosted “Moms Dash to the Splash,” a fun onboard event featuring Houston Texans players, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and linebacker Brian Cushing. I... Read more
Travelling can be a hassle, but Rolls-Royce wants to make it a little more luxurious. The automaker has designed a collection of elegant luggage for today’s discerning travelers. The collection, conceived by Rolls-Royce Bespoke Designer Michael Bryden and designed in the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design Studio, is comprised of two Grand Tourer... Read more
I’ve spent countless hours in airports. As you can imagine, the need for sleep often creeps up on a weary traveler, and those airport seats aren’t the most comfortable choice. To solve this problem, Jet Blue has partnered with MetroNaps, to install four new JetNap EnergyPods in JFK Airport. “At... Read more
Because of modern transportation, the world is a much smaller place. A person can fly from New York at lunchtime and arrive in London in time for dinner. With this ability to travel the world comes a responsibility to be educated about local customs, traditions, and etiquette. Being knowledgeable about... Read more
14 Hands Winery is a Hidden Gem in the Horse Heaven Hills
Art, Living, & Design September 25, 2015
When most people visit Washington, Seattle is the only stop on their itinerary. Some may venture south to see Mt. Rainier or north to check out Vancouver, but few people make plans to trek to the arid southeastern parts of the state. 14 Hands Winery wants to change that.... Read more