Each week, the Shreveport-Bossier Journal’s always hungry reporter visits a different restaurant and tells you about the experience.

By ANON E. MUSS, Journal Services

The northwest corner of Kings Highway and 70th Street in Shreveport has been home to several restaurants.

Long (sounds better than “Old”) timers will remember that location as the home to a Western Sizzlin steakhouse. In more recent times, the building has housed Chef Lee’s Chinese buffet, and Larry’s Pizza.

The newest restaurant to give this busy intersection a go is Hunter Crab Seafood Restaurant & Bar (1758 E. 70th Street). Technically, it’s the in the Eastgate Shopping Center, but the restaurant is far away from the stores. A friend visiting from out of town had been wanting to try Hunter Crab, so we made plans to meet up for a recent Thursday dinner.

First of all, the place is HUGE. There is a dining room on each side, as well as rooms in the back for parties, private events, etc. But before you take a seat, you will notice the long, impressive-looking bar which features two big screen televisions.

My friend arrived first, and was taken to a booth in the one dining room which was open. I joined a few minutes later. Since Hunter Crab isn’t two years old, everything looked new. As expected, the restaurant has a marine atmosphere, with fish nets and life preserver rings on the walls. Looking around, we both noticed how clean the restaurant appeared. That’s not something which should be taken for granted. Nothing will bring down a restaurant’s atmosphere more than seeing food crumbs and paper napkins on the floor.

Before I left home, I looked at Hunter Crab’s on-line menu. Frankly, I found it confusing. But when opening the menu at the restaurant, I found it much easier to navigate and understand. I also quickly noticed some items priced in the hundreds of dollars. Yikes! (Don’t worry, boss. I went easy on you.) The highest-priced entree’ was the Mardi Gras, for $289.99. For that price, it better be served on a float with Harry Connick, Jr., singing, and John Goodman throwing beads.

Thankfully, there are many items much less expensive, starting with an appetizer. Hunter Crab offers 14, so there were plenty from which to choose. My friend suggested a half-dozen chicken wings ($7.99). I’m not sure how chicken wings relate to seafood, but I consider my friend a wing connoisseur. For as long as I have known him — a really long time — he has loved him some chicken wings. So, I went with it, and insisted he choose the flavor. He picked Sweet Chili Sauce.

Not long after we placed our order, Gisselle brought us six wings in a basket, which were placed over a couple of celery and carrot sticks. There were also two plastic containers of ranch dressing. For the record, Gisselle was very pleasant and hard-working. At one point, we thought she was the restaurant’s only server. It seemed like she was at every table!

For whatever reason, I’ve never been a big “wing” guy. But these chicken wings have me hooked. They were delicious. They were also big, soaked in the Sweet Chili Sauce, and with lots of chicken on the bone. My wing expert said they were as good as he’s had around these parts. That’s quite the compliment coming from him.

I interrupt the rundown of our food to bring you an important announcement. For me, the recorded music playing inside Hunter Crab ruined the experience. It wasn’t just loud. It was LOUD. So loud, that my friend and I could not carry on a conversation using our normal voice level. When I asked our server if she could turn down the volume, she said she could not.’ Basically, restaurant management requires the music be played that loud.

In addition, the music was one genre — no variety. This is just me, but I prefer to dine without listening to “Shake your booty, shake it all around . . . . ” And that was one of the tamest lyrics we heard regarding body movements.

We also found it interesting that Hunter Crab has a large screen, which we were told is used to display lyrics on karaoke nights . The restaurant wasn’t hosting karaoke on this particular night. But instead of showing a sporting event, there were random videos and commercials being played.

Now back to our regular programming.

For our meal, we wanted to give you the best sample possible of Hunter Crab’s food. So, I went with one of their 13 Get Your Catch options , while my friend chose one of the restaurant’s eight Fried Baskets.

With the Get Your Catch, you basically make your own seafood boil. You can choose from things like a Snow Crab Cluster, Shrimp, Scallops, and Blue Crabs. Most everything comes in quantities of either 1/2 pound and one pound. If you get one-pound, you also receive two potatoes and a small ear of corn.

I love boiled shrimp. Back when the casinos offered those all-you-can-eat seafood buffets, I did some damage. So, I decided on a pound of headless boiled shrimp ($23.99). You also get to pick your seasoning (five choices), and your spice level (Mild to Extra Hot). Gisselle recommended the House Special mix, which is a combination of seasonings. I chose the Medium spice level.

When Gisselle brought my order, I wasn’t sure if she was serving food, or something in quarantine from a medical lab. All of Hunter Crabs boils are covered and surrounded with a huge piece of plastic. In fact, you can barely see through the plastic, and have to bust it open to get to your food. I asked Gisselle about the plastic’s purpose. Does it seal in flavor? Does it keep from making a mess?

Apparently, neither, as Gisselle said she thought it was strictly for appearance.

Once I poked holes in and tore away the plastic, I laid eyes on a pound of large shrimp lathered in mix and soaked in juice, along with the promised potatoes and corn. To my delight, there was steam rising from it all, so I knew the food would be hot.

My meal was delicious. Everything had a terrific, spicy taste — including the potatoes and corn. I wasn’t sure if a pound of shrimp would be enough to fill me up, but by the time I ate the last shrimp, I was stuffed. And that juice — I could have turned up the tray and drank all of it.

As for my friend, he went with a Flounder Basket ($13.50). As promised, he was served four fried pieces of flounder. All baskets comes with shoestring french fries and two hush puppies (you can substitute onion rings for $1 more.) My friend’s food looked good, and he said it was good, but “nothing special”. My friend likened it to a Dairy Queen basket. He said his fish was hot, nicely battered, and tasted fresh.

Hunter Crab only offers one dessert — Cheesecake. After all that seafood, cheesecake didn’t sound too appealing, so we passed.

The cost of our meal (my friend had sweet tea ($2.75) and I had water) before taxes and tip was $48.23. (Caution: Hunter Crab’s tip suggestions are based on the total, and not the subtotal.) I thought that was a fair price for what we ate, and was certainly less than what it will cost if you go there really hungry, or if you’re feeding a family.

I give Hunter Crab Seafood Restaurant & Bar Three Forks. If the music wasn’t so loud, and if the music had more variety, I might go out of my way to return. But having to raise my voice to be heard, and having to listen to suggestions on what to do with my booty, overshadowed the really good food.

Is there a restaurant you would like the Journal to visit? Email SBJRestaurantReview@gmail.com

1 Fork: Would rather eat a box of dirt
2 Forks: Will return, but only if someone else is buying
3 Forks: Will return and look forward to it
4 Forks: Will return and go out of my way to do so

As the runoff for the Caddo Parish Sheriff position intensifies, early voting opens its doors to the citizens of Shreveport and surrounding areas. With the race between John Nickelson and Henry Whitehorn hanging on a single vote from the previous round, anticipation runs high as voters gear up to cast their ballots once again.

Key Details:

• Location: Early voting will take place at the Caddo Registrar of Voters office, located at 525 Marshall St. Suite 103, as well as at the Hamilton Branch Library on 2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.
• Dates: Early voting commenced on Saturday, March 9, and continues through Saturday, March 16. Please note that early voting will be closed on Sunday, March 10.
• Operating Hours: The polling stations will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every day during the early voting period.

What’s on the Ballot:

While the runoff for the Caddo Parish Sheriff position takes center stage, other important races and decisions await voters. Here’s what’s at stake:

• Sheriff Runoff: All registered voters can participate in deciding between John Nickelson and Henry Whitehorn for the role of Caddo Parish Sheriff.
• Party-Specific Votes: Registered Democrats and Republicans will also be casting their votes within their respective parties for President, DPEC, and RPEC Members.
• Local Elections: District 6 for Parish Commissioner, as well as the Town of Greenwood, will be electing their Mayor, Aldermen, and Aldermen at Large.
• Identification Requirements: Voters are reminded to bring proof of identification, such as a driver’s license or governmental ID, to the polling stations.

Your Voice Matters:

Last week, we featured “What’s your story” about John Nickelson. And don’t forget to tune in tomorrow for our special feature on Henry Whitehorn. Get to know the candidates and make an informed decision as you exercise your right to vote in this critical election.

Additional Information:

For those seeking more details on their specific ballot items, the website www.caddovoter.org offers valuable resources. By clicking on “Am I Registered” or “What’s on my Ballot,” voters can access comprehensive information to help inform their decisions.

Conclusion:

With the fate of crucial local and party-specific positions hanging in the balance, early voting presents an opportunity for citizens to make their voices heard. As the runoff for Caddo Parish Sheriff remains razor-close, every vote counts. Let your voice shape the future of our community by participating in early voting from March 9th to March 16th, 2024.

In the Methodist church we have parsonages. A parsonage is a home provided by the church in which the pastor lives. They are a vestige of the 19^th century, and they are fading fast. Many large churches now give the pastor a housing allowance. I was an associate pastor in New Orleans when I moved into my first Methodist parsonage. I had lived in college dorms and seminary housing prior to living in this fine home.

The house had all the latest technology and equipment. It had a garage door opener and central heating and air. The house came with a doorbell, which you don’t find in most seminary provided housing. The house even came with the latest in kitchen equipment, an automatic dishwasher. 

I knew all about dishwashing. I was the designated dryer. My other task was to put the dishes up. I had been washing and drying dishes since the 60’s. It was one of the chores of being mom’s child. This fancy Methodist parsonage had that new technology, an automatic dishwasher. Do you remember the dishwashers that were on castors? Yes, it was that kind. It sat in a corner until you needed it, and then you could roll it in place when the dishes needed washing.

I did not use it much. I was a bachelor minister at the time and my life consisted of food that involved paper plates. One weekend my mother came to see me. I pulled out the real plates for her.

I also decided to show off my fancy modern dishwasher. I knew the rudiments of connecting it to the kitchen sink. What I did not have were the little pods of dishwashing soap. I loaded the dishwasher and made a rational decision. Since I had dishwashing liquid, I would simply pour dishwashing liquid into the dishwasher.

You know what happened next. Dishwashing liquid and dishwashers are incompatible. There were suds everywhere! I also learned that it takes a couple of wash cycles to get all the detergent out of the dishwasher. There were suds everywhere for a couple of weeks. I learned my dishwasher lesson and have not repeated that mistake.

The Bible proclaims that we are all sinners. Even wearing our Sunday best, we are sinners. We can try to live a holy and perfect life. We can try to avoid sin and live for Jesus, but our very nature gets into our way. 

We are like dishwasher suds, eventually sin gets everywhere. There is a remedy for our situation, the grace of God in Jesus Christ.

The LSUS debate team has solidified its standing as a leading program in the International Public Debate Association format, and recently, the Pilots embarked on a whirlwind tour of the United Kingdom, putting the “international” aspect of their prowess to the test.

In a country where debate is ingrained in the educational curriculum from an early age, the relatively new LSUS debaters engaged in three spirited debates against colleges from Scotland and England.

As part of the 27th annual Montgomery Cup, LSUS joined Central Missouri and Lee College as the American representatives. The debates unfolded against esteemed institutions such as the University of Edinburgh, Imperial College, and Durham University.

Reflecting on the experience, LSUS debater C.J. Longino remarked, “It’s simultaneously foreign but also very familiar. When you’re debating against an international team, it’s enriching to engage with their culture and their unique style of debating.”

The LSUS contingent, comprising Longino, Chloe Fresne, Daniel Davis, Jordan Guillot, and Cameron Foley, embraced the opportunity wholeheartedly.

Coach A.J. Edwards, on his second Montgomery Cup excursion, humorously cautioned his debaters against engaging in a “wit battle,” highlighting the diverse styles of communication observed during the trip.

Graduate assistant Daniel Davis appreciated the UK debaters’ ability to distill broad philosophical arguments into concise points, a departure from his accustomed style of debate.

Aside from the intellectual exchanges, the LSUS squad indulged in sightseeing, marveling at iconic landmarks such as London’s Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, and exploring the historic golf course at St. Andrews in Scotland.

They also tackled Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh, relishing glimpses of Scottish castles and beaches amid the challenging ascent.

Throughout the journey, the LSUS team embraced the local customs, including the ubiquitous “Cheers,” adding an extra layer of cultural immersion to their experience.

For Longino and Davis, the trip was more than just a debate expedition; it was a transformative adventure shared with fellow debaters.

This enriching journey was made possible through the generous financial support of the LSUS Foundation and the Noel Foundation. After 16 eventful days, the group returned home, their minds brimming with newfound experiences and insights.

Deputy Dusty Crenshaw bid farewell to a nearly two-decade-long career at the Bossier Sheriff’s Office, marking the end of an era celebrated with a retirement ceremony held at the Bossier Parish Courthouse on Thursday, February 29.

Throughout his 19 years of service, Deputy Crenshaw served in various capacities, including Corrections, Patrol, and notably, as a School Resource Officer. His dedication and commitment to duty were recognized by Sheriff Whittington and his colleagues during the heartfelt ceremony.

Sheriff Whittington expressed his gratitude for Deputy Crenshaw’s service, acknowledging the challenges of replacing someone with such unwavering dedication. Deputy Crenshaw’s impact on the community and his fellow officers will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.

As Deputy Crenshaw embarks on this new chapter of his life, the Bossier Sheriff’s Office extends its sincerest appreciation for his years of service and wishes him a fulfilling retirement ahead.

Why couldn’t the sesame seed stop talking?

By TONY TAGLAVORE, Journal Services

For years, John Fream watched on television, as the President of the United States gave his State of the Union speech.

Thursday night, Fream had a little better view of one of the major annual events in American politics.

Fream, the pastor of Cypress Baptist Church, which has campuses in Benton and Shreveport, was in the House of Representatives chamber of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.That is where President Joe Biden spoke to a Joint Session of Congress.

Pastor Fream was an invited guest of Speaker of the House and Shreveport native Mike Johnson. Cypress Baptist is Johnson’s home church.

“It was such an honor to be there to support my friends, Speaker Johnson and his wife, Kelly.” Fream told the Shreveport-Bossier Journal late Thursday night, “Cypress Baptist Church is so proud of the Speaker, and to stand with them in prayer.”

As Pastor Fream sat in the chamber, he was well-aware of the rare opportunity to have a seat many people only dream of having.

“To be there for a big part of history was a chance of a lifetime,” Fream said. “God bless this nation and our leaders.”

The millions of Americans who watched on TV heard what the President had to say. But Fream was able to get a feel for the room, and see first hand the pomp and circumstance which comes with the President’s speech.

“It was very exciting, and the gallery was pretty rowdy,” Fream said. “There were several outbursts, and a couple of people were escorted out by Capitol Police. It was definitely a divided room.”

Speaker Johnson sat behind the President and to the President’s left, next to Vice-President Kamala Harris.

“I’m so proud of our speaker, who remained stately and respectful,” Fream said. “I was very moved to see my friend sitting in the Speaker seat with “In God We Trust” carved in the marble above him. I know his heart, and that he certainly trusts in the Lord as he leads the People’s house.”

Pastor Fream was one of 23 guests Johnson invited to the State of the Union speech. Some of those guests, though not Pastor Fream, were jointly hosted by Johnson with other lawmakers. Among the Speaker’s invited guests were the parents of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is in a Russian prison. Riley Gaines was also one of Johnson’s invited guests. She is a former University of Kentucky swimmer, who has become one of America’s leading advocates for women in sports.

Pastor Fream attended the state of the union speech with his wife, Darla.

Contact Tony at SBJTonyT@gmail.com.

By TONY TAGLAVORE, Journal Services

If you enjoy dining at Cypress by the Revenir, or have been wanting to dine at the Shreveport restaurant, you better hurry.

Saturday will be Cypress by the Revenir’s last day in business.

Thursday afternoon, the Line Avenue restaurant, which was featured in a September 2023 Journal review, announced it will close its doors after serving the March 9th dinner crowd.

The message, posted to the restaurant’s Facebook and Instagram pages, referenced a familiar theme as to why Cypress by the Revenir is closing.

“We commend everyone in this industry who is pushing through rising food costs and labor shortages . . . . It’s a challenging business, so I would encourage the community to continue to give grace and support the incredible restaurant community that we are blessed to have here in Shreveport.”

Cypress by the Revenir opened in late 2022.

Jason McKinney, President of the Northwest Louisiana chapter of the Louisiana Restaurant Association, told the Shreveport-Bossier Journal that because a restaurant looks busy when you’re there, doesn’t always mean the restaurant is profitable.

“(People) see those times when (a restaurant is) busy, those are hours when all restaurants are busy. It’s the other times, 4-6:30pm during the week, or after nine o’clock, that people don’t really see how empty the restaurants are.”

Cypress by the Revenir is one of many local restaurants which have closed in recent years. In addition to rising food costs following Covid, labor costs are a big reason restaurants haven’t survived.

“Some of the applicants we get, the amount they ask us to pay them, it’s just tough, McKinney said. “The average restaurant makes 10 cents on a dollar in sales. People are coming in asking for $15 an hour. It’s just really hard to be able to accommodate that.”

And when a restaurant closes, the number of unemployed people increases.

“When restaurants are closing, that means there are jobs that we can’t fulfill.”

Contact Tony at SBJTonyT@gmail.com.

Partners in wellness: a mobile cancer screening program empowers north Louisianans to fight against colorectal cancer.

The mobile cancer screening program at Ochsner LSU Health–Feist-Weiller Cancer Center (FWCC) launched Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with a community colon cancer screening event at MLK Health Center on Thursday, March 7. Community members and patients of the MLK Health Center had the opportunity to undergo a Cologuard® screening test, thanks to a generous gift of $81,877 from Dak Prescott’s Faith, Fight, Finish Foundation.

FWCC’s Partners in Wellness vans provide essential cancer screenings to over 30 communities in North and Central Louisiana, welcoming everyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Equipped with the only mobile, digital mammography equipment in North Louisiana, the vans now offer screenings for breast, cervical, prostate, and colorectal cancers, thanks to the contribution by the foundation created by Prescott, the Haughton native and Dallas Cowboys quarterback. Colon cancer holds particular significance for the Faith, Fight, Finish Foundation, as it was the disease that claimed the life of Prescott’s mother, Margaret “Peggy” Prescott, in 2013, at the age of 52.

“It goes without saying that the fight against the devastating disease that took my mother’s life means the world to me. It’s a great privilege to be in a position to help increase cancer screenings through the Partners in Wellness mobile screening van, especially in my home state of Louisiana, because early detection is often the key to making this disease treatable and survivable,” stated Prescott.

Northern Louisiana grapples with a significantly high colorectal cancer incidence rate, with seven of the eleven highest prevalence areas in the state located in this region. Additionally, African American populations, who make up 59% of Partners in Wellness patients, face a higher prevalence of colon cancer. Nationally, colorectal cancer ranks as the second leading cause of cancer death, trailing only lung cancer.

“Louisiana, and especially North Louisiana, experiences significantly higher occurrence and mortality rates from colorectal cancer than in other parts of the United States,” commented Dr. Richard Mansour, Interim Director of Feist-Weiller. “What an incredible way Dak is honoring his mother’s legacy by making it possible for so many to be screened much earlier for colon cancer.”

Since its inception in 1999, the Partners in Wellness mobile cancer screening program has served over 20,000 patients, providing more than 50,000 screenings at no cost to the patients.

The Bossier Sheriff’s Office has taken proactive measures to safeguard the youth of Bossier Parish by conducting a comprehensive compliance operation targeting stores selling alcohol. On February 29th, the Joint Criminal Apprehension Team (JCAT)/Narcotics Team executed checks at thirteen stores across the parish to ensure adherence to the law prohibiting the sale of alcohol to individuals under 21.

Out of the thirteen stores inspected, an impressive majority upheld the law and refused to sell alcohol to underage individuals. These responsible establishments include Circle K, Exxon Food Mart, Raceway, Sterling Spirits, Shell Food Mart, QuikTrip, Valero Go to Store, Pullup Liquor, Stati on Eighty, and Chevron Travel Plaza.

However, one clerk at Exxon Food Mart on Airline Drive failed to comply with regulations and was consequently issued a summons for selling alcohol to a minor on February 21st. This incident underscores the importance of periodic compliance checks to uphold safety standards within the community.

Sheriff Whittington emphasized the significance of such operations, stating, “We make these checks periodically to ensure the stores comply with the law. This is just one way we can ensure the safety of our young people in our parish.”

By diligently enforcing regulations and holding violators accountable, the Bossier Sheriff’s Office remains committed to fostering a safe environment for the youth and residents of Bossier Parish.

Crystal L. Gantt toted her books and homework to a routine doctor’s visit when she heard the words she thought she’d never hear again. Her brain tumor was back.

Gantt, who had beaten brain tumors following surgery in 2011, was in her final semester of the Master of Business Administration program at LSUS in 2016.

“I asked the doctor if he was joking,” Gantt said. “The first thing I thought was that I can’t do this again. Why is this happening to me? I’m so young. But after those waves of emotion, then came the strength, the resilience, and the courage. Ok, I have to go through it again, I have to beat it again. There is a purpose and a reason – there’s a testimony at the end.”

Gantt’s condition wasn’t an emergency, which allowed doctors to monitor her so she could finish the online MBA program in 2016.

A 2018 surgery and subsequent recovery gave her another clean bill of health, but the scare thrust her life into a new direction.

Gantt, now 43, knew from a young age that she wanted to become a published author, and she pursued that dream with new vigor.

The Minden High graduate attended a beginner’s publishing class through LSUS Continuing Education, which laid the first brick in what would become William Madison Publishing, LLC.

“Going through these experiences made me realize how short life is and how you can’t sit on your dreams,” Gantt said. “You have to chase your dreams – do today the things you want to put off until tomorrow. That gave me the push and the courage to do everything I want to in life. Those experiences shaped and transformed me to become a more compassionate person and to want to help other people achieve their dreams.”

Gantt has loved to write for as long as she can remember, recalling her first poem being about divorce at age six.

A product of a long line of teachers, from mother Carolyn to many of her aunts, reading and writing have been key pillars in Gantt’s foundation.

“I always knew that I wanted to write, and that I’d be a published author,” said Gantt, who described herself as a “very shy” child who discovered an ability to express herself through writing. “I just didn’t understand how to get published. I wanted to write books for children who looked like me, who had been through my experiences. I was bullied growing up, and I’ve overcome illnesses. I wanted to be someone who those children could look up to and relate to.”

The COVID-19 pandemic offered a further opportunity for Gantt to pursue her dream as she found an online publishing class that focused on writing children’s books in 2020.

She had plenty of ideas and manuscripts from her lifelong love of writing, but the process of getting published was the hard part.

“Publishing is such a tough industry, and I didn’t know how to go through a traditional publisher,” said Gantt, who had built a career as a government employee. “I learned about character design and development, how to hire an illustrator, and book distribution.”

So she started her own publishing company, William Madison Publishing, in 2021, named after her great-great-grandfather and great-grandfather.

“One of the things I learned from that publishing class through LSUS Continuing Education – our writing is our business,” said Gantt, who paired that knowledge with other nuggets gleaned from her MBA. “One professor told us that entrepreneurship was the wave of the future, and he encouraged us to invest in ourselves and become business owners. I never forgot that. The MBA program was pivotal for me because it helped me understand the business side of a company. Understanding workplace culture, diversity in the workplace, business finances, and customer service; I’ll use that knowledge in my publishing business for years to come.”

Gantt published the first of five children’s books shortly after, “Aiden Picks Ten Apples,” which is an interactive counting book.

A sequel, “Aria Picks Ten Apples,” followed, with a companion coloring and activity book titled “Aiden and Aria Learn Numbers 1-10.”

Gantt, who is African American, wanted to publish books with characters that looked like her.

“Representation shapes perceptions and views that children as well as adults have of themselves,” Gantt said. “It’s crucial that children see themselves represented in books. It helps them develop an identity that’s essential for them in believing they are enough and are worthy. When a child sees a character that looks like them and shares a similar experience, it helps validate their existence. Having all children exposed to diverse characters and perspectives fosters inclusivity and expands the world around them.”

Gantt’s other two children’s books, “Snowfall: A Snow Day Story,” and “Glorious: A Child’s Special Prayer,” came next.

Her battle with brain tumors also encouraged her to help others, and she’s helping publish three other authors from Louisiana, Texas, and Virginia, respectively.

Gantt, a Bossier City resident, is currently writing an adult book about her own story.

“I think there is so much more for me to do. I feel like my experiences and accomplishments are to help someone else,” said Gantt, who attributes her success to her mother Carolyn, a retired elementary teacher that taught in Webster, Claiborne, and Caddo parishes. “Every step taken, every dream that’s come true – I hope to be an inspiration to someone else who is facing adversity, trauma, and illness. I hope that my walk can help someone else in their journey.”

To learn more about Gantt and to follow her latest projects, visit her website crystallgantt.com.