Val Kalende

"I was ready. I wanted to take time to do the important work on myself before making a public confession."

"I understand my introverted nature makes it uncomfortable for people to reach out to me but I am pretty much an open person when it comes to issues I am passionate about."

"I, sure, have an awareness that could help folks out there."

"My desire is to take long deserved rest and spend time with my family."

"I love my country, and that means a lot to me."