Enjoy the Culture Responsibly.
Looking back at an experience that made me realize that I was not consuming the carnival culture responsibly, and what I did to change it.
Let’s Talk About Plastic Surgery.
In this blog, I discuss my experiences with plastic surgery (PS) and the serious life lessons learned along the way. I really dislike public figures that display their bodies but don’t want to admit they got work done. Honestly, I feel like if you’re in the eye of the public, you should come with a disclaimer you got work done. People look to you and damn near kill themselves to get the ass that you just won’t admit you paid for. Confession: My breasts were bought, I got some liposuction, but this ass is real. If you get squeamish, there is a photo below and this blog isn’t for you.
A professional. A masquerader.
September 19th will mark my 18th year of military service. This is a reflection of my experiences with body shaming, self-discovery in mas, and how I began to be comfortable about my life as a professional and a masquerader.
Honoring your Carnival Body at any Size.
Taking a moment to reflect on my struggles with weight and how I came to accept my carnival body at any size.
Fear of the Photo Shoot.
A brief discussion about overcoming the fear of my very first photo shoot in the wake of the COVID19 era.
Attitudes that contribute to the dilution of the Caribbean carnival culture
While I don't believe any masquerader intentionally does this, let's take a look at some attitudes/perceptions that people may have that contribute to the misappropriation of Caribbean carnival.
It’s normal to NOT be okay during COVID-19.
Reflecting on how the reality of COVID-19 challenged my mental health and how sharing my feelings with others brought reassurance that I was not alone.
A flag is NOT just a piece of cloth.
Flags embody the spirit of a culture and its rich history.
Dating a non-masquerader.
Taking a moment to reflect on the challenges I faced dating someone completely unfamiliar with Caribbean mas and the culture.
It’s okay to be a non-Caribbean and play mas.
If your cultural background is holding you back from enjoying the experience, trust and believe there is nothing to worry about.
Lost Tribe | Trinidad Carnival 2020
A quick run-down of my very first experience in Trinidad and with Lost Tribe.