Trying to tell someone else who I am is like throwing a box of photos on the floor and scrambling to pick the most important pictures out in one hand: there are thousands of memories, but I can only share a handful at once.

Lexington is where I am from and where I grew up. Although I am an only child, I grew up around a large extended family. I can never forget how important meeting my cousins, aunts, uncles, and other relatives was every Sunday after church at Granny’s was when I was younger. Community grew on me as well. I studied abroad for five weeks in Mexico while at Transy. I have a broad sense of family that includes those from my family of faith, birth, workplace, community, and worldwide.

My life has changed a lot in just couple of years. I have gotten married, changed location in Lexington, changed location in the College… all fairly close together. I was filled with joy to meet and marry my wife, Latise. This is helping to complete the picture of family for me (of course – stand by for updates to the family list!).

 

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? I enjoy writing when I sit down and take time to do it (when actually home and/or not watching sci/fi). One of the best times I’ve ever had was having the chance to share poetry at an Open Mic event at the Common Grounds about a year ago. A poem is like a verbal photo: you can catch a glimpse of a person’s entire life within those verses.

Favorite movie or book? It’s a Wonderful Life

Cat or dog? Dog, if forced to choose. I’m not really an animal person, but I can’t see a domestic cat guarding the house.

Favorite food? Corn pudding, or Granny’s turkey soup (although no one can re-create the recipe).

What do you like most about being a member of the A&S staff? I enjoy having the opportunity to affect decision making for our own culture, development, and benefits in the College.