Maturely he joined the Missouri National Guard at the age of 17, junior year (2014).

Life doing what it does best, legal and family issues prevented him from fully committing to leaving for Basic training after Graduation.

Free of academic stronghold and less tolerable of his toxic environment he struggled as young adult fresh off adolescence on his own.

In light of U.S.’ most apparent year of racial division, 2016, Devaun reconciled with his parents before rejoining the military. This time being the Active Duty Army.

Now a Veteran whose experienced two deployments, although Temple has gone through multiple trials and tribulations since he continues to utilize his authenticity as well as optimistic adaptability to spread good vibes in dark places.