How do you define yourself?
August 12, 2008
What do you feel defines you? When someone asks who you are, what is the first statement that spurts out your mouth? For most people, it’s their cultural background. Why are people so interested in what another individual’s cultural background? Does it make us who we are? Does it make us think any differently that another human being? Are there actual differences amongst cultural lines? Are there indeed cultural boundaries? Read more
Photo Blog From Caribana 2008 Toronto
August 8, 2008
If you missed Caribana 2008, don’t worry there will always be next year. We are happy to share so pics of beautiful costumes worn by women from various countries throughout the caribbean. Most of there individuals were part of the ceremonial walk prior to being scattered as the day proceeded. This event was a wonderful dispay of our caribbean/west Indian culture as we have adapted to the northern lifestyle. This event is the largest Caribbean festival that occurs anually in the North. It is nice to see that on that on those few days ofthe year, from mid July to the begining of august, caribbeanites come together to celeberate each other with songs, dance, and artistry that is just simply amazing when all put together. Read more
Photo Blog from my trip to Europe
August 8, 2008
A little while back I had the occasion of visiting a few places in Europe. I started off in Barcelona, Spain, and worked my way to Florence then Rome, Italy. After Rome it was off to Corsica, which is a beautiful Island in the Mediterranean then to the South of France, theb Monaco then back to Positano Italy and lastly Paris to see the Eiffel Tower. What trip to Europe would be complete if you missed the Eiffel Towel? So Paris was a must see. This was all done in less then a week and a half and it was back home to New York. Read more
CARIBANA 2008
August 5, 2008
Caribana 2008 in Toronto was quite an artistic cultural experience. I was privileged to attend the parade at Ontario Palace, SocaVivor at Water World and part of the closing concert on Centre Island on Sunday August 4th. I first noticed how well the events were organized; the city of Toronto seems to embrace diversity in its’ truest form unlike some of the experiences I’ve noticed living in New York. Caribbeanites from all corners of North America during Caribana festivities take timeout from their busy schedules to embrace their roots with song, dance, and costumes. Read more
Religion: An Introspective Analysis
August 4, 2008
I know some of you who are reading this and maybe wondering if I’m an atheist, does it matter? Actually I’m not but I don’t categorize myself in any religion because I don’t believe in things that are just supposed to be believed in because others say so. I abide by my morals and try to be as honest and loving as a normal being. I put out into the world what I would like to receive and I’m never ashamed of the mistakes or situations I get into because others may talk about it and call it “sinful”. Seriously, enjoy your life… because then you’d be one miserable person paranoid about what everyone else is thinking about. I focused on religion this time but there are many topics that make people feel the same way, coercing others to believe what “they” do, in the name if “God” (or whatever you call your imminent power). People go to wars and horrific things and use the name of “God” to make others do the same. I wonder if no one ever thought about the notion of “God” would we still be the society we are today. Would there still be chaos in the mix – underhandedly lying to others how one religion/belief is the ‘right one’ because “religion is supposed to be a beautiful thing”? My grandfather used to tell me, we have 5 fingers and neither of them are the same length… just as our fingers, each one of us are different with our own beliefs, which we should respect. Read more
I Am Proud To Be A Trinidadian
July 20, 2008
Trinidad and Tobago is one of the most prosperous, diversified and industrialized countries in the Caribbean and has earned an excellent investment site for international businesses. There are proven substantial reserves of petroleum, natural gas and heavy industries such as iron, steel, methanol, nitrogen, and fertilizers. Read more
Happy 42nd Birthday Beautiful Guyana.
May 26, 2008
You’ve come a long way! May your soil continue to be blessed and may your flag be raised high like the head of a proud mother. You’ve graced life onto so many and to you we pay our humble respect. You have produced brilliant minds and cultivated warm hearts. May you continue to grow strong in the years to come and may all your people some day hold their heads high and say in harmony “We are proud to be Guyanese.” Read more