We had the good fortune of connecting with Hillary Karene and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Hillary, where are your from? We’d love to hear about how your background has played a role in who you are today?
I am from Silver Spring, Maryland. However, my family is originally from Kingston, Jamaica. I have two older siblings, and I’m a first-generation American in my family; growing up, my father was an alcoholic and my mother a nurse assistant. I recall seeing the stress of bills and life taking a toll on my parents, which made m father abusive. At that moment, I felt deeply that I had the responsibility to make a difference in the lives of others. Despite the problems at home, my parents did their best to provide a good quality of life for my Brothers and me. These life experiences birthed a deep level of ambition and drove me to achieve all of my goals. And show appreciation to my parents and grandparents for their sacrifices to migrate from Jamaica to America.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Ogguns Garden L.L.C was created to help provide a safe place for others. It is a place where they can grow closer to God and honor their higher selves without the fear of rejection. I specialize in spiritual consultations and Candles, Oils, Spiritual Baths, Skin products, and Body adornments. Here in The Garden, we utilize our three (Eyes) I, the mind, body, and spirit, to bring spiritual awareness and evolution to everyone we encounter. I always say, “Beyonce May Have the Beehive, But I have the GARDEN.”

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
My favorite places to visit are the Washington Monument, and I thoroughly enjoy the cherry blossom festival each spring. Hot & Juicy crawfish in NW Washington, DC. The Crystal Fox in Laurel, Maryland, and the River.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
First and foremost I would like to shout out GOD, My Ancestor, My Crown Oggun. My Mother, My Father Rest in Peace Daddy, My God Mother for crowning me, My brother Nick, The Priests and Priestesses That helped me along the way. My Ocha Twin Sophia, and Bishop TD, Jakes for the wisdom.

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