It's About Time A Memoir

Welcome! I am a proud native of Los Angeles, California, and I invite you to join me on a journey of faith, perseverance, and transformation. My early years were spent in Compton, where I attended El Segundo Elementary, Willowbrook Junior High, and Centennial High. In 1980, I graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a degree in Sociology, followed by a teaching credential in Social Studies in 1982. I later ventured into real estate, earning my license in 1996. In 1999, I founded the Eternal Youth Foundation (EYF), an educational program that has served at-risk youth in Compton for over 20 years, receiving numerous awards and recognition along the way.

My spiritual journey deepened in 2006, when I earned a master’s degree in Christian counseling and accepted the call to preach the Gospel. As an ordained minister, I have been blessed to combine my passion for service with my faith, encouraging others to seek God’s purpose in their lives. Music has also been a source of inspiration for me, and I’ve released five saxophone albums that continue to resonate with listeners across the globe.

In 2016, I earned my real estate broker’s license and in 2022, Bridges Realty & Investments became a reality. That same year, I published my memoir, "It’s About Time," a deeply personal reflection of my journey from a troubled youth to a life redeemed by God’s grace. The inspiration for my memoir began in 1978, at the suggestion of a professor who believed my story could make a difference for young people caught in cycles of crime and addiction.

As a teenager and young adult, I faced incarceration for several felony offenses and struggled with addiction. But by the grace of God, I found my way to the straight and narrow path. I’ve been drug and arrest free for over 35 years, and it is my deepest hope that *It’s About Time* will serve as a beacon of hope for those who feel lost or defeated. My message is simple: no matter how difficult the road, with faith, determination, and God’s help, transformation is possible.

 This space is for anyone seeking to embark on or deepen their spiritual journey. I pray that my story will inspire you to keep pressing forward, to never give up, and to remember that your future is in your hands. With commitment, perseverance, and trust in the divine, you can create the life you’ve always dreamed of.