My name is Tarsha Burton and while originally from Maryland, I greet you from sunny Tampa, Florida.

Maryland never felt like home, so I always knew that I wouldn’t reside there, once I had a choice. I enrolled at the prestigious historically Black college Clark Atlanta University where I majored in public relations. I resided in Atlanta for 10 years before returning to Maryland for one last stint and to help my mom with my younger brother.

I came to live in Florida after being laid off in 2016 from a job that had me taking over 250 flights per year for five consecutive years. Post lay-off, I chose not to brave another northeast blizzard, packed my belongings and headed south. It’s a decision that I’m extremely proud of.

I believe that it is my responsibility to contribute to making this world a better place and so I am a firm believer in community outreach and know that my Florida presence can reach further. I am a former Lunch Pal for a Pinellas County elementary school and Boys and Girls Club volunteer.

I am a 42% white, 36% blue, 20% yellow and 2% red foodie that doesn’t care for fried foods, and has a strong aversion to milk and bananas (whether served together or individually). I enjoy learning new things, reading, watching TV and being of service to others.

I am rich in ideas and my PPNs are Legacy and True Health. It is here, in Florida that I’ll build my legacy, starting with constructing a residential, multi-unit shipping container home.

Currently I’m working to rediscover my love for travel after a seven year self imposed travel ban.