218:, Texas. James later received his technical training at Goodfellow Air Force Base to become a firefighter. Due to certain circumstances and health concerns, he was discharged from the military. In 2014, James relocated to Florida and worked as an Administrative Assistant at Loft Condominium. After being homesick, James decided to return to St. Croix, where he met the love of his life and future wife. He have worked as an Administrative Assistant for Senator
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