Life has been a whirlwind of growth and gratitude lately! I’m now in my second year as an independent stylist, renting my own chair, and I can confidently say I am so blessed. Being based in Falmouth has been a dream come true—most of my incredible clients make the trip from the Vineyard, which still amazes me. Every day, I get to express my creativity through services like barbing, custom coloring, dimensional blonding, and extensions. Seeing my clients leave feeling confident and beautiful is the most rewarding part of what I do. On a personal note, I recently married the love of my life, a union electrician who’s as supportive as they come. He shares my dream of opening my own salon one day, and together, we’re planning for that exciting future. It’s a goal that feels more achievable with him by my side. When I’m not behind the chair, you’ll usually find me relaxing on the beach with a good book in hand. There’s something about the ocean air that keeps me grounded and reminds me of growing up on the island. None of this would’ve been possible without the support I received from MV Youth. Their funding helped kick-start my career, allowing me to turn my passion into a thriving business. I think back to 16-year-old me, dreaming of a life like this, and I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. I’m living proof that hard work and a little help can truly make dreams a reality. Here’s to the next chapter—both in my career and my life!