~*~THE BIRTH OF A DOLL~*~

 

On March 10th 1987 in the isle of Nassau Bahamas; a brilliant ray of joy beamed into the lives of Mr. Anthony and Anna Heastie. This pleasant burst of joy was due to the birth of their only daughter whom they named Ajene Chrysanthia Thelma. Ajene (meaning “Truth”) was the second child of the couple as they had a son named Anthony Christopher only four years before her birth. No sooner than she was born, was she named the family’s doll; as she fit perfectly the description of the beautiful baby described in Stevie Wonders song “Isn’t she lovely” (place link to “Isn’t she lovely”. Today, the doll baby name still lingers, as her family and friends all refer to her as The Original Black Barbie.
Ambitious, Friendly, Beautiful, Loving, Motivated, Strong willed and Spiritual describes her best and that is what makes Ajene the person she is. Ladies, Gentlemen Boys and Girls, as you read on, embrace yourself in learning about “The Life of a Doll;” for I am Ajene Chrysanthia.

 

~*~EDUCATION~*~

 

At the age of two, my parents enrolled me at Grace Sunshine Academy in Palmetto Village Nassau Bahamas. I studied there for three years until I graduated and moved on to Kingsway Academy Elementary School from reception through sixth grade. Who would have known that it would be here that I would have met friends that treat me like sisters and brothers; and who would sacrificially share anything with me just to preserve my happiness.
Due to their fine personalities, the professor’s effective style of teaching, and the great education provided at Kingsway; my parents and I decided that I would be best if remained at this school to complete my junior and senior high education. In high school, I proved to the professors and administration that I was a good student and a good leader.
Every year, I would be listed on the Honor Roll and selected for various leadership positions. From Student council leader and Head female Junior Monitor in junior high school; I rose to the position of the school’s Deputy Head Girl, Key Club President, Junior Achievement Vice President, and a graduation committee secretary I strived toward capitalizing on my leadership capabilities. I am truly grateful for these experiences. For although it was not easy for me to balance my educational life, leadership life and social life; I was able to do it anyway-as God was the source of my strength through the rough and peaceful times.
Presently, I am a freshman student at Elmira College majoring in Biology-Chemistry. My freshman year here has been a truly interesting one. Never before would I have imagined myself going to school in northern New York-so far away from the people, the culture the climate, and atmosphere of the Bahamas. But, I always knew that I wanted to be a well rounded person who is highly diverse and able to live, and survive effectively in any condition that I must be in. Consequently, I believe that Elmira College is the best place for me. As I advance my education and pursue my career, I will forever dare to be different, dare to be the best, and dare to be excellent!

 

~*~JOBS AND FUTURE PLANS~*~

 

I enjoy helping others, shopping, working in the beauty salon, traveling, being with friends, reading and public speaking. Hence, I plan to chose a career that provides the all inclusive. When at home in the Bahamas, I work as a hair stylist at Afrotique Hair and Nail Studio where I practice the art of serving others and helping them to exhibit their inner beauty by enhancing their outer beauty and appearance – as looking good always provide that extra boost of confidence.
Once I have completed my undergraduate degree at Elmira College, I aspire to attend graduate school and obtain my Doctor’s degree in Medicine, Specialize in Surgery, and then sub-specialize in cosmetic surgery. Beauty is my passion and my mother ensured that I kept this passion alive by allowing me to enroll in summer classes at The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute at age sixteen where I received a certificate of Excellence and Participation in Cosmetology.
Therefore, I want to be that one who is able to put a smile on the face of a who has been a victim of a fire incident or a horrific car accident. I want to be that sense of hope- helping them to understand that they can live that normal life they had previous to the accident. I want to help them reignite that inner spark of beauty into becoming a glowing ray of sunshine on the outside before they give up hope. For beauty IS my passion; a passion to serve others and help them acquire the beauty that they believe is absent.