In the Author's Corner with Etienne

In the Author's Corner with Etienne

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  • Arnold, the Island Boy, and His Life on the Rock
    Although we are just 4 years apart in age and were neighbors about five houses away and students at Sts. Peter and Paul Elementary School, Arnold and I did not know each other very well until now that we are retired and I have returned to our common home. So, let's learn together what Arnold has to say about his life as a child growing up on St. Thomas.
    "I was born at Easter-time 1950 on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – a 32 square mile island in the middle of the chain of islands that separates the Atlantic Ocean from the Caribbean Sea. Sixty-three years later, I'm still living on the same island. But I've had a lifetime of experiences and adventures – some of them positive and exciting, others terrifying and heartbreaking, and still others that were, quite frankly, very embarrassing. I invite you to travel with me down memory lane as I share with you what it was like growing up on this little island that its residents affectionately call 'The Rock'."
    Some might think it is somewhat egotistical that I'm writing my life story. After all, why would anyone be interested in reading it? I guess in a way, that's true. However, I'm writing this mainly for my daughter, granddaughter, and their future descendants. It wasn't until very recently that I became interested in family history and, by that time, my grandparents, my father, and most of my aunts and uncles had already passed away. My wife, Helena Elvira Perkins, is in the same situation because her parents and other ancestors are also now gone. Unfortunately, we didn't think of asking them about their life stories when they were alive and now it's too late. Hopefully, this biography will serve that purpose and, at the same time, be of interest to anyone who has ever lived on St. Thomas.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Ms J on WSTA
    As an invited guest on Ms. J's show, I will simulcast the interview as we speak about a  topic near and dear to her heart, effective parenting. You won't want to miss this unique event!
    "The Ms. J Show" with Ms. J who takes calls from those who need to talk to her about personal issues. The lines are open to you. Ms. J. has been in St. Thomas since 1967. 
    She has always had some television or radio show going and hers are usually controversial. Using the media of radio and TV, Ms J speaks up for the underdog while reminding us always be true to ourselves. 
    The founder of "Business on the Move", Ms J has been a member of the Rotary 2 in Charlotte Amalie and a sponsor of the Special Olympics in the Virgin Islands.
    1 min
  • Margaret Wikander, the Island Girl
    "Island Girl" is a true story of a young girl who was born and raised in a 2-room house on St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Margaret talks about her adventures and experiences and how she raised her family.
    "Born in 1940, 1 of 9 children of a St. Barth’s fisherman and his hard-working wife, Margaret Greaux met more challenges than most of us will ever face in a lifetime. Raised in tiny 2-room house in Frenchtown on St. Thomas,  US Virgin Islands, she learned about life and love – first from her close-knit family, then from her devoted husband, Paul Wikander. Establishing herself as the first female VP of an airline, Virgin Air, Margaret earned respect, alongside her pilot husband, in a male-dominated profession. 'Island Girl' is a peek inside her scrapbook, revealing her remarkable journey." – Review by Susan Granger
    "If you know Margaret Wikander, reading 'Island Girl' is a must. This is a woman of courage, fortitude and great love. Her blueprint of growing up on the island of St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands with 7 brothers and sisters in a 2-room house to the present-day is a lesson in perseverance and loyalty to family and friends. The chronicling of her life in 'Island Girl' is yet another example of her belief that "hard work, determination and know what you want out of life is the key to success." - Review by James Mapes
    "Your book brought back many memories of Frenchtown & how life used to be. I remember the 'Specials' your mom used to make, I think they were a penny each. It may have been a difficult journey, but well worth the experiences." - Review by Gloria M. Thomas
    31 min
  • Marsha Stein, Artist Extraordiaire
    Meet Marsha Stein, a transplant to St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands where she maintained an art studio in Tilllet Gardens. Marsha has maintained residency on St. Thomas on and off from 1978 to 2000. Currently she works in the Mount Rainier Artist Lofts in Mount Rainier, Maryland, just outside Washington, DC.
    A lifelong artist, Marsha developed a deeper interest in painting while in high school when she won regional and national art awards. This took Marsha onward and upward to pursue her edcuational interest. Her studies took her to  American University, The University of New Mexico, and The Florence Academy of Art in Italy. 
    Marsha considers herself an artist who loves to paint, to admire beauty in any form, to make beautiful things, to share beauty, and to make people feel good.
    Come and meet Marsha, an artist for painting the colors of the Caribbean.
    31 min
  • Robert L. Symons, Steel Pan Soloist
    A kindred soul who spreads music to the masses in many different forms, Robert L. Symons was invited to perform as a guest Steel Pan Soloist at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2003, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland along with The Bermuda Regiment Band and The Bermuda Gombey Dancers. This event included many acts from around the world and was televised by BBC TV to an audience of 1.7 million world wide in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
    From his youth as a guitarist to the start of his music career as a bass guitarist and to his current role as an international steel pan soloist and recording artist, he is one of those amazing individuals that deserves to be celebrated for his life path and his artistry. He is a self-taught musician, which makes his growth and transitions throughout his life that much more implausible. 
    Robert has toured The United States, Canada, South America, The Caribbean, Mexico, The South Pacific, Hawaii, Scotland and Europe. He has worked with, and for, the rich and famous both in Bermuda and Internationally and as a professional musician is both well respected and sought after.
    Beginning his career as a professional musician (meaning he got paid and paid dues) in 1976, Robert played as a bass guitarist/vocalist with "The New Happening Bda." a 6 piece cabaret band performing on the Bermuda Hotel Circuit. 
    Visit Robert's YouTube page: http://youtu.be/eO6LTCklNGA
    1 hr 1 min
  • Patricia Brooks, An Animal Totem Intuitive
    Come and meet Patricia Brooks, an interfaith seminary student, animal totem intuitive, angel card reader, and angel healing practitioner, who helps people reconnect to their spiritual Self through many roles. Patricia is also an author, blogger, and contributing writer for two spiritual magazines, "Soul Life Times" and "Lightworkers World".  
    Dedicated to continuing her studies of different spiritual practices and energy modalities, Patricia's Divine life purpose is to spread the healing message of Oneness and our connection to our higher Self, each other, and all living beings.
    "God Is in the Little Things: Messages from the Animals" is Patricia's big literary debut.  An unlikely author, Patricia was Divinely guided to write this book. She had been receiving many messages telling her she was to write a book.  Not understanding what she was to write the book on, Patricia received two very direct messages from God while in the dream space, not only showing her chapter by chapter what to write, but also giving her the book title!
    Visit her on YouTube: http://youtu.be/1JUjegOQjCk
    31 min
  • Meet Soraya Diase Coffelt, Candidate for Governor
    Meet and chat with Soraya Diase Coffelt, lawyer, former judge, small business owner, wife, mother, and caregiver as she enters the race for Governor of the Virgin Islands.
    Born on St. Thomas to lower-middle class parents, Soraya lived with her family above their small business, known as The London Store, a general store located in the Down Street area of Charlotte Amalie. Her parents had previously lived on the islands of Tortola and St. Croix, and has had businesses there as well.
    "Children and education are at the top of the list", she said, and she spent a good portion of her speech talking about illiteracy and poverty. “I want to be known, and I will earn the distinction of being your education governor,” she said. “I will make a major push in our education system to have students taught not only what they need to learn if they want to attend college, but also employable job skills, so that they can get a job immediately when they graduate from high school.”
    If you're concerned about the future of the Virgin Islands, this is a show and candidate you won't want to miss.
    In the meanwhile, view her on YouTube by clipping on the link below.
                     http://youtu.be/vMzgozsxdw4.
    17 min
  • Live Remote from DitterCon 2014
    Welcome to the second annual DitterCon, two days of mingling with your favorite authors! The event kicks off with a meet and greet will be held on Friday, the 17th of January from 6:00 pm to 8:00pm at the Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport featuring DJ Rawleigh Armes! 
    The book-signing will be held Saturday, the 18th from noon to 3:00 pm. From 1:00-300 pm participate in a live interview. 
     Come early and meet the authors, stay late for the screening of the Florida-produced movie, "Legend of the Red Reaper." Meet the director/actress/author Tara Cardinal along with the cast from 4:00 to 6:00 pm during the screening of "Legend of the Red Reaper", starring Tara Cardinal and Christian Boeving, another author/actor in attendance. Some of the cast will be there in costume! 
    Everyone is welcome to join in the fun in this FREE event!  Participate in an open casting talent search! Be seen by a number of authors and the art director of a major publishing house who, together, are searching for new faces to grace the covers of upcoming romance novels. Everything from blush to erotica! 
    Quick meet and greet! Come by, strut your stuff, leave your head shot and casting information.
    FREE to the public!  FREE parking. FREE shuttle to and from airport.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Mary Ann Barrucco, Gained Freedom as An Author
    An average middle-class Italian-American, Mary Ann Barrucco was born and bred in Brooklyn, New York where she attended and graduated Lafayette High School. Her mother passed away 2 days later from pancreatic cancer. A few months later Mary Ann met her husband, Eddie. After three years of dating, they married. Mary Ann had the wedding of her dreams and excitedly looked forward to her new life. 
    Mary Ann's dream for the future became a nightmare when her new husband's drinking addiction began spiraling out of control with no intent of stopping. Her mounting feelings of helplessness led her to Alanon where she learnt the full impact of the disease and how her angry outbursts contributed to his weakness and made her a victim. Her struggles continued until she escaped into the world of compulsive gambling. The icing on the cake came when her husband, Eddie, suffered from a heart disease. This resulted in a neccsaary heart transplant.
    Mary Ann has shown such courage and strength throughout her ordeal. She is one of the longest member of Gamblers Anonymous in the New York Area of twenty-two years. 
    Nominated in Who's Who of American Woman in 2004, she wrote her first book, Hi, My Name Is Mary Ann because she wanted to have readers know there is always hope. Mary Ann has published Remember Me, a sequel to Hi, My Name Is Mary Ann.
    32 min
  • Ramona Stevens Donley, Author, Evangelist, Founder of Mercy Chose Me Ministries
    Evangelist Ramona Stevens-Donley, founder and CEO of Mercy Chose Me Ministries (MCMM), and Ramona Stevens-Donley Ministries (RSDM), is a product of the United States Virgin Islands where she was raised with Christian, God-fearing parents. Ramona began ministering in song at the age of 3 and at the age of 16 she preached her first message.  
    Relocating to Kansas (USA) at a very young age, she met and married Minister Jermaine Donley. That union produced Breasya, Brazyl, Isaiah, and the late Breanna Christina Donley. Together they attend Evangelistic Center International Ministries, under the presiding Bishop Jack. C. Vaughn and Pastor Carolyn J. Vaughn.
     
    Evangelist Ramona is a passionate and knowledgeable speaker who draws greatly from her collegiate training. She attended Mid America Nazarene University where she majored in elementary music education. She continued on to acquire a degree in nursing with a specialty in family practice and worked as a nurse for 15 years at one of Kansas City’s leading Christian health care facilities. When she answered the Call of God on her life to preach the Word of God, she pursued her studies in the area of Theology. Evangelist Ramona is a woman of great understanding.
    In 2003, after Evangelist Ramona defeated the demon of death through the power of the Blood of Jesus, the Lord instructed her to begin Mercy Chose Me Ministries. As He extended mercy to her, she's to let the world know that He is a God of a second chance.
    www.mercychoseme.org/index.html
    1 hr 2 min

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