I was orphaned at birth, adopted at the age of 2 by Bill and Rita Sweet, and raised in Cleveland, Ohio with a White sister, a Black brother, and a sister and brother from different parts of India.

In 1998, I moved to New York City to be a small fish in a big pond.

Since then, I have traveled to the Bahamas, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

I like color, lens flare and chewy granola bars.

I have 2 sons, 1 granddaughter, 3 cats, and 2 freshwater planted tanks.

I believe in being straightforward, being humble, being honest, and crying.

I believe in giving 100%.

I have volunteered with several non-profit organizations, such as Also-Known-As, Basenji Rescue and Transport, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, Brooklyn Men (K)onnect, Catalyst Foundation, Children of Promise NYC, and Heart Gallery NYC.

When I look at a photograph, I want to see drama, fantasy, and sex.

I am fascinated by everything.

You can follow me on Instagram at @jimisweet0505.