Reflections
Reflections On My Autobiography, A Life In The Sunshine Blog
I didn’t set out to write an autobiography because I believed my life was extraordinary. I wrote A Life in the Sunshine because I realized how ordinary moments can shape a life in extraordinary ways—and how easily those moments are lost if they’re never told.
For years, friends, family members, and even strangers would say, “You should write your story.” At first, I brushed it off. I was too busy living, too focused on the next responsibility, the next obligation, the next fictional book. But time has a way of tapping you on the shoulder and asking a simple question: What will you leave behind?
The Real Reason
This book wasn’t written for applause. It was written for understanding.
I wanted my children and grandchildren to know where they came from—not just names and dates, but decisions, struggles, values, and lessons learned. I wanted them to understand the men and women who came before them, and how their sacrifices quietly shaped the freedoms we now enjoy.
I also wrote this book for readers who may never share my background, my race, or my experiences—but who understand what it means to persevere, to fail, to persist, to rise up, and to keep walking toward the light.
Why “Sunshine”?
Sunshine doesn’t mean a life without storms. It means creating light to combat the darkness that oftentimes surrounds us. It means recognizing blessings without denying pain. It means honoring the past without being trapped by it.
The sunshine in my life came from family, faith in myself, discipline, service, and an unshakable belief that character matters—especially when no one is watching.
Why Now?
Because stories untold eventually disappear, or as our African ancestors stated, “When an elder dies, a library burns to the ground.”
I reached a point where silence felt like a loss—not just for me, but for those who might see themselves reflected in these pages. If my story helps someone else find clarity, courage, or peace, then it has done its job.
A Life in the Sunshine is not about perfection. It’s about progress, purpose, and perspective.
This blog continues that conversation—one reflection at a time.