“I’ll just get AI to build it”
And the cycle of slop continues. The reality is, every AI-built website or app I’ve seen from a non-developer reads
The Challenges of Being from the US Virgin Islands
A reflection on the U.S. Virgin Islands’ complex identity—caught between being American and Caribbean, yet often seen as neither. This piece explores what it feels like to live in a place the world rarely understands or even notices.
Water as a Mode of Life
Water is more than a resource—it is the origin of life, a source of healing, and a foundation for entire communities. From its calming presence to its vital role in sustaining life and livelihoods, this reflection explores the deep, personal, and universal connection we share with the ocean.
Travel During Wartime
My great-grandmother crossed Caribbean waters during World War I in search of opportunity, unknowingly stepping into a geopolitical shift that would change her identity forever. A century later, as wars reshape the world in new ways, I wonder how different my own travels really are from hers.
Powerful Island Bonds: Hawaii and the US Virgin Islands
My vacation in Hawaii was like taking a trip home to the US Virgin Islands. Of course, there are significant
Seguimo Aquí: Bad Bunny Powerful Puerto Rico Residency
We are still here. After everything that has happened to us, we are still here. Bad Bunny residency in Puerto
Personal Stories, Travel Tips
Three things I would never do for Beyoncé’s Act III
I’ve been following Beyoncé’s three-part action series ever since Renaissance dropped in 2022. Watching the artistry, dedication, and pure intention
Get back on that horse!
I am in constant awe of Beyoncé. My last blog post touched on how I experienced Beyoncé’s car malfunction during
Beyoncé Cowboy Carter Tour: Houston’s Jaw-Dropping Night One
I can’t believe I got to see Beyoncé not once but twice! After much reflection, I can truly see. I
The best place to stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
My stay in Rio de Janeiro was one of the best vacation days I’ve had in all of my years