SUCCESS STORIES

Vid is a charismatic and relatable speaker. Our school serves students with learning disabilities and it is challenging to pique their interest. His passion and willingness to share of himself and his experiences stimulated the students. They were curious to know more.  Vid inspired them and filled them with hope for the potential of a promising future they may not have believed possible.

You Ain’t Hungry Until I’m Starving, written in a poetic style that invites you into to the mind of its author. There’s a vulnerability to it. Very quickly it’s apparent the internal conflicts that he experiences as they leap from the pages and into our consciousness.

…. Some jewels are given to you in a simplistic style because they are important for you to understand. While even more gems can be found underneath the surface if you only dig a bit deeper. I hope you find his work as beneficial as I did.

In You Ain’t Hungry Until I’m Starving, author Vid Lamonte’ Buggs Jr., offers us a glimpse into his soul. In a series of 60 essays and poems, the author lays bare his life and in the process gifts us with nourishment for our own soul-filled journey. He shows us that truly we are all the same; his story is my story, is your story. An inspirational read, one to keep by your bedside and savor at the end of a long day. Thank you Vid for sharing your life with us –we are one. Shine Bright!

Vid has positively influenced many of the Liberty Middle School students with his meaningful message of persistence in academics and the importance of education for future success.

Vid Lamonté Buggs, Jr. has been a great asset to my program. He has had a significant impact on the students and the overall success of the program. I appreciate his passion for helping young people become the best they can be. I wholeheartedly endorse Vid Lamonté Buggs, Jr., as a guest or keynote speaker for your school or organization.

Dear Mr. Vid, thank you for the videos and voice messages u make and send to everyone, they really inspire me to be and do greater. When u send or post something it’s always at the best timing when I need something the most. I would like to personally thank you for the book “Vid’s Viddles”. Keep up the great work.