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Dear Wanderlust, Part 3

I recently got candid with another Trini wanderlust, Dareece, whose dreams led her to Ecuador! Let's get into this new 'Dear Wanderlust' post before I babble too much: Let's meet her: My name is Dareece Polo; don’t you sometimes wish you could just stop there, without the additional titles? Anyway, I am a 24-year-old journalist currently employed as an Assistant Programme Editor with teleSUR English in Quito, Ecuador. I am also a freelance Content Producer for Loop TT. In my spare time, what little I do have, I like to look at series, reality t.v. shows, read or anything that peaks my interest. At the moment, I’m discovering what I actually like to do.  Q1. What made you want to become a reporter? Did you always know that it was something you wanted to do? A1. I didn’t actually ‘want’ to become a reporter. I wanted to become a psychologist because I was inspired by a cousin to pursue that course of study. Also, I felt like everyone was coming to me with their pr...

Bites & Banter is Back!

So the cat's out the bag! Bites & Banter 2 is loading!! World Mental Health Day is held on October 10th each year. This year, we've decided to celebrate Mental Wellness and promote Mental Health Awareness by launching Bites & Banter: The Mental Health Edition! Date: Sunday, October 13th, 2019. Time: A cool 3.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Venue: So glad to have @bellabites (Marabella) back on board! Hosted By: Paula J of the Casually Living Blog Guest Speakers: Reveals are loading.... Sponsors: @valerie_exotic_designs @khalcomm @simplyescape868 @betty_bakestt @paige__tt @servicewithasmilett @thecloset868 @itsy_bitsy_clothing_co @ldpsugarsuitett & more! Dress Code: Wear something cute. Tickets: $125.00 TT Interested Participants are asked to pre-register here as there are limited spots available! Refreshments, Goodie Bags & Door Prizes! Hope to see you there! About Bites & Banter:  Bites and Banter is a local women’s empowerment event, ...