Blackout and Poetry

About the Author

I was born in a Harlem Hospital raised in Hell's Kitchen. I ran the streets of Harlem New York and my public school was in Harlem, also in Hell's Kitchen.

Thanks to my sister for giving me the inspiration to write my story.

I began writing poetry in 1995. Life was hard, looking back; God has blessed me. I have seen a lot in my lifetime. I have tried to better my life and tried to help others on the way. I went to Manhattan Bible Institute of New York for about one year and I graduated in 1987 as an Evangelist.

Then I moved to Hudson, New York. I joined State Street A.M.E Zion Church, and under the leadership of my Pastor, for about 3 years of study I had to travel from Hudson to New York to other churches for my classes. I moved to Poughkeepsie, NY. I joined Smith Metropolitan A.M.E Zion Church. I was ordained on 6-13-98 under the leadership of my pastor. I learned a lot. I have always dreamed of becoming a writer. This is my first book and poetry. I pray it won’t be my last.