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Who’s who Chief Editor Patrice Morgan Contributors Latanya Parsley, Heaven Beiene-Carthon, Sabien James, Leanna Lambert, Katrina Thomas, Gina Benjamin, Davika Hill Production Assistant Jahshuna Furbert Photographers Kageaki Smith, Chantelle Emery
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Contents 7 Editor’s note 9 Beauty On your face. Find out how to keep your glow in this cold weather season. Going online. Turn to Chrysalis Cosmetics when you want to buy make-up online. Must-haves. What we love! Our top three beauty buys from L’Oreal Paris.
11 Relationships To look or not to look? Why it’s okay to go through your partner’s cell phone.
13 Weddings Two couples share details of their big day with us: John Carreiro Jr. & Kristen Baxter and Paul Brown & Kyanne Trott. Bermuda Sun 19 Elliott Street, Hamilton, Bermuda HM 10
18 Technology What’s hot. Get the most out of your electronics with these products.
Tel 295-3902 Fax 292-5597 E-mail feedback@bermudasun.bm
20 Entertainment
This special supplement is produced and published by Bermuda Sun Limited and printed in Bermuda by Island Press Limited.
Trey Songz. Sabe James gives us his thoughts on the Trey Songz album. DVD collecting. Spending the night in? Stay entertained with these recommended DVDs. Local music. Support Bermudian artists who have released their latest albums.
Publisher Randy French President Lisa Beauchamp Layout & Design Gerri Saltus (Creative Director) Christina White, Colby Medeiros, Shay Ford Advertising Sales Carlita Burgess (Deputy Advertising Manager) Olga French, Diane Gilbert, Claire James Circulation & Distribution Nick Tavares
22 Fashion Work wear styles. From leopard print to military wear. Take these looks to work. Autumn trends. Key wardrobe pieces that you’ll have to have.
26 Career Men on the come-up. Five unique men who all have something important to say.
36 Self help Staying in control. Feeling fired up all the time? Here are tips to help you cope.
37 Food Make it yourself. Warm up your home with these pumpkin inspired dishes. The Bermuda Sun publishes twice weekly and is a subsidiary of MediaHouse Limited. We are members of the Inland Press Association, International Newspaper Marketing Association and the Newspaper Association of America. We are located at: 19 Elliott Street, Hamilton HM 10; P.O. Box HM 1241, Hamilton HM FX Tel: 295-3902 Fax: 292-5597. Visit our website: www.bermudasun.bm
39 Going out Dining out. We went to Wahoo’s Bistro and had a blast! At the spa. Have a relaxing experience in a picturesque setting. cover photo by: Kageaki Smith
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Editor’s note
Seize the moment to
bring about change Change for the better; change together Two are better than one…For if either of them falls the one will lift up his companion. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 BY PATRICE MORGAN Welcome to SHOWOFF Spinoff, a collaboration between the Bermuda Sun and SHOWOFF magazine. In this premier issue, we are proud to feature five of Bermuda’s finest men. They where selected based on their stimulating characters, their level of influence on others and their zest for life. We have focused on progressiveminded men because our country is facing a surge of gun violence mainly committed by men. By recognizing the efforts of those who are still working hard, we can inspire our country and counteract this negative force which threatens to divide our community and tear families apart. There is hope. There are still men moving g lives forward and you u can too! (I’m talking g to my men). You u can start today by committing to move e your life in the right ht direction.
How do you do that? Gain inspiration and courage by reading our feature entitled ‘Men Inspiring Change’. We have asked Marc Bean, Thomas Smith, Miguel Daponte, Dr. Kyjuan Brown and David Lovell about finding their roads to success, coping with difficult situations, overcoming failure, balancing family life, money, health and relationships. In today’s Bermuda, we see generations of misguided, fatherless men pouring energy into fruitless activities. However, all is not lost, and it’s not too late for change! We can encourage our able men to be leaders and role models starting from the football pitch to the corner store, and to the office water cooler. I am challenging our men to focus long enough to make their lives better. And, I’m also asking our mature men to stop complaining and give back by taking younger men under their wing.
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Did you know that a society with a backbone of dynamic men strengthens the heart of a community? One of the end results is that women and children reap a sense of security on a mental, economical and physical level. They grow up and live healthy, productive lives whereby everyone benefits, and that’s in a nutshell! When men fail to be men, it places the pressure on women, children and extended families, creating the backlash that we all feel today. If you’ve had a miserable past you can redeem your future, starting now. If you feel like you’ve fallen by the wayside, you can still get back up. We all have a part to play in life. Seize the moment, strap on your boots and hold on tight. The best is yet to come! ■ Yours truly, PATRICE MORGAN P.S. We are totally online now, lo log on to www.showoffmagazine.net or tell us what you think about this issu issue via email: patrice@showoffmagazine. patrice@showoffmagazine.net
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Autumn BY PATRICE MORGAN
L’Oreal must-haves SHOWOFF magazine hosted in-store L’Oreal makeover events this past summer and our readers had a blast sampling their line of products. Here is our pick of what you must have in your cosmetic bag this winter.
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Online make-up at your service Chrysalis Cosmetics is a beauty company that prides itself on its ability to turn women into a chic and elegant work of art! Makeup artist, Keisha Ramsay and her partner Sean Saltus, offer quality, natural and fun products on their website, www. CHRYSALISBDA COM With over 10 years of beauty expertise, they have carefully selected makeup lines such as Prestige Cosmetics, Milani, TINte Cosmetics and Lime Crime, (known for their bright color palette). You can also ďŹ nd a very decadent bath and body line called Cake Beauty. Yummy! The fun doesn’t stop there. Chrysalis Cosmetics offers makeup application services for weddings, proms, special occasions, photo shoots and their ever-popular makeup parties.
FROSTED WINTER EYE SHADOWS L’Oreal’s Hip Matte Shadow Duo in Animated 207 is absolutely fabulous. It’s the perfect shadow to have for glamorous nights out. The blue and white pigments are soft yet intensely striking. We suggest blending both colours together to achieve a smoky, sultry look.
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MINERAL BLUSH Give your cheeks some life with Bare Naturale Mineral Blush in #490. It gives a subtle cherry-coloured highlight that accentuates cheekbones. It’s not too bright, nor too dark making it the perfect hue for winter. DOUBLE-DUTY MASCARAS With all the mascaras on the market that claim to work wonders, we have to conclude that L’Oreal Double Extend Mascara really does live up to its name. It has a two-step process where you apply the conditioning coat and then top
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Ditch that ‘pale’ look with a bronzer! This is the time of year when the weather gets cooler, our skin becomes lighter and many lose a shade (or two) of facial pigment. To avoid the winter blues, bring back your natural glow with these bronzers from The Body Shop. It seems they have gone bronzer bananas as they have an array of products for the face right down to your feet. We particularly fancied these: s 4HE "ODY ,EG 3HINE "RONZING 3TICK s 3HEER 3UN 'EL s "RONZE 3HADE "LUSH s "RUSH /N "RONZE The Body Shop is located on Reid Street in Hamilton.
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Why I go through
his phone . . . BY HEAVEN BEIENE-CARTHON Before you read this article, I want to say that what works for one person may not work for another. This is my spin on things; I’m entitled to express what works for me and you’re entitled to disagree. Are we clear? Good, here I go. I am under the belief that it’s okay to go through your companion’s phone. It’s not because you feel like they are cheating or you don’t trust them, but sometimes you’re just curious. I know I am. I am not dumb, naïve, insecure, envious or possessive. I know that my husband is capable of cheating just like every other human on the planet, but I don’t go through his phone expecting to find some dirt. I do it because I’m curious and nosy — that is it.
How often do I check? There is no set schedule. Sometimes I’ll check it once a month and then I will go six months without even touching his phone. I can honestly say the last time I went through his phone was about four months ago. I’ll check it when something in me tells me t o do so.
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Something called intuition and instincts that I follow each and every time. Therefore, if my intuition tells me to check three times next week, guess what? I’m checking. I’m sorry, but I’m not going to ignore my womanly intuition. And I don’t even do it behind his back. Sometimes I will go through his phone while we are sitting right on the sofa watching the television. Of course, he doesn’t like it, but oh well! That’s not
The understanding that we are not a paranoid, insecure, pessimistic, jealous couple that constantly need to check up on each other. going to stop me. Long before we got married, a pastor once told us that when you are in a committed, healthy, monogamous relationship, there is no reason why you should have lock codes on your phone. There should be no reason why you can’t leave your phone in the living room while you use the restroom. Your personal phone shouldn’t be something that you have to hide from your companion. And if you do, there might be a problem. The pastor also said that your companion should also be able to answer your cell phone anytime you are not available to. Now, I don’t answer my husband’s cell phone when it rings, but I wouldn’t have a problem doing so if I needed to. I figure that at this point, we have been together eight years and married for three, everyone that he knows should know that he has a wife — right?
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But still, I’m not going to answer his phone, but I definitely wouldn’t hesitate to if my intuition told me to do so. And this isn’t just a ‘nosy, black woman’ thing either. There have been times where I’ve gone to take a shower and left my cell phone in the room with the light flashing (indicating that I had a message). When I came out of the shower, the message wasn’t checked, but the light wasn’t flashing either. This let me know that he went through my phone. And so I ask him straight up, “Did you go through my phone?” He keeps his eyes on the television, “Yup.” “Did you find what you were looking for?” “I wasn’t looking for anything.” “Then why did you go through it?” “I don’t know.” I really got a kick out of his response because this had let me know that he is equally curious and just as nosy as I am. I didn’t feel violated or worried at all (especially because I know there was nothing in my phone for him to be concerned about.) I felt like we were on the same page, as if we have an understanding with one another. The understanding that we are not a paranoid, insecure, pessimistic, jealous couple that constantly need to check up on each other. We are a happily married couple that knows that sometimes, people change and stuff happens. And sometimes it happens right underneath your nose. The older we get, the longer we are together, the deeper we fall in love, the stronger our bond grows. Which will probably translate into us checking on one another less. But the older we get, the stronger our intuition will be, too. Although I trust my husband, I will always trust my intuition a little more and pay attention to my gut feeling. To sum it all up, although we love, trust and respect each other, we can’t help also to be curious. We are nosy. We wonder. We are human. Be honest. Do you go through your mate’s phone? I know I can’t be the only one that’s willing to admit it. ■
WRITER, Heaven Beiene-Carthon is married with two kids and finds a way to put a comical spin on everyday runins with life, family and friends. To read more from her, visit her blog: www. onlyoneheaven.com. E-mail Heaven with comments, questions or pressing relationship concerns at heaven@ showoffmagazine.net.
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Weddings BY PATRICE MORGAN
John Carreiro Jr. & Kristen Baxter Friday, May 28, 2010 The engagement: On August 9, 2009, we went for a cruise on a small punt to a beach just off St. George’s. We ate takeout as the sun was slowly setting and waded in the shallow water. John told me how much I meant to him and he wanted to spend the rest of his life with me. He pulled the ring from his pocket and asked me to marry him. The first words that popped out of my mouth were, “You had that in your pocket? What if you would have dropped it?” John said, “You haven’t answered my question yet.” Then I said, “Of course! Yes! I thought it was a rhetorical question!” At the ceremony: We were married on the beach at the Fairmont Southampton Hotel. We had about 95 guests as John has a big family. I am happy it was at least under 100. Pastor Dwayne Simons from God of Prophecy Church married us. He was amazing. Invitations and registry: A friend of ours, Colby Medieros, did our wedding invitations. This was helpful in our wedding budget and also made it that much more personal. She did a great job; it was
exactly what we wanted. As John and I had been living together for a few years, we had all the necessities at home, but had a small registry at International Imports on Par-La-Ville Road. They have some unique items and it was nice to get the few things we needed to complete our home.
Wedding planner and wedding day coordinator: Me! This helped with our budget and I really enjoyed the planning process. It was a lot of fun and it felt good knowing it was our efforts that helped make our day that much more personal and special. Bridal dress: My Mom and I went to Philadelphia for a long weekend and stayed with a family friend. My bridal dress is by designer Nicole Miller. It was perfect. It’s in my closet and I have no idea what to do with it! I can’t bear to give it away. I might cut it up and make it into a cocktail dress for our 25th anniversary? Hopefully I’ll still fit in it! Bridesmaids’ dresses: The bridesmaids’ dresses are by Dessy. I loved the coral colour. The groom and the groomsmen:The groom and groomsmen wore beige coloured suits that were rented through Anthony’s here in Bermuda. The rings: My ring was purchased from Soloman’s and his ring was from Swiss Timing. Hair: The hair was done by my friend Catarina DeCouto, owner of Salon Visage in Hamilton. Floral designer: Julie at ‘Just Roses’ did all the floral arrangements for our day and they turned out perfectly! Cake: The cake was made by The Fairmont Southampton Hotel and the flowers on the cake where provided by Just Roses.
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Photographer and videographer: Alex Masters was our photographer and I couldn’t praise him enough. He was absolutely amazing, both personable, helpful and captured all the special moments. I would recommend him in a heartbeat! The groomsmen and some family surprised John and I with a videographer from Digital Impact as a gift. Entertainment at the ceremony: We had violinists play at our ceremony. Dana Semos and Chris Darrell from Berkeley — they were amazing. DJ Craig Bubbles Darrell played for our reception. Everyone loved him; he is a riot! At the reception: Our reception took place right behind the ceremony at the beach on a concrete terrace. A tent, barbeque, and DJ were set up — it was amazing. We had a variety of different music and our first dance was to “Iris” by the Goo Goo Dolls. We wanted something different but still romantic. Donna Lindo from Class Act Designs did some décor for us. We had an arch for the ceremony and linens covering the tent posts. It was simple and pretty, just what we wanted!
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I’m really not the ‘panic’ type. I’m so easy going — life is much more fun that way! But I can tell you a few funny moments. The day before the wedding, in the hotel parking lot, someone rolled into the front of my car and scratched the bumper — thankfully they left a note. The morning of the wedding the florist called to inform me that almost all my sunflowers arrived dead — but Julie was absolutely incredible. She called every farmer and florist on the island and gathered enough sunflowers for my bouquet and bridesmaids. The only last minute change, which I left in her hands, was to substitute the centrepiece flower. She did a fabulous job — they were gorgeous. I never would have
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known if she hadn’t have called me. And lastly, the hotel’s steamer was broken and as I attempted to ‘iron’ my wedding dress my photographer yelled at me to stop. He made a phone call and 10 minutes later a steamer arrived — Alex Masters came to the rescue. And one more thing, Pastor Simons said John’s last name wrong a few times. But these are all a part of the day and you just have to laugh about it because they really make great stories.
Any special moments: John’s speech made every single bridesmaid cry. He is amazing. I am such a lucky woman. Honeymoon: We went to St Lucia for a week. We love the island life. Sandal’s Grande St. Lucian Resort — it was such a lovely place. ■
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Paul Brown & Khyanne Trott Thursday, July 8th 2010 How they met: We met while we were both working at HSBC. We worked in different departments and Paul always managed to send me e-mails that had nothing to do with me. I don’t know if that was planned, but as a result we started corresponding via e-mail, then by telephone, and finally Paul asked me out to lunch. The rest is history! The engagement: Paul proposed while we were in New York. We were only there for a couple of days so my concentration was on getting as much shopping in as possible. It came down to the last minute of our trip when we were waiting at the hotel for our car to the airport. Just then Paul got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. At the ceremony: Cyril Simmons did an excellent job of really taking the time to get to know us as a couple and put together a ceremony that reflected us both. Invitations and registry: My invitations were purchased online at papeteriestore.com and my registry was at Gibbons Company. Wedding car: Honda CRVs where provided by Red Carpet Services. Wedding planner: My sister Milika Seymour, who is a certified event planner, organized my entire wedding, which was no easy feat as she also coordinated my mother’s wedding less than two months prior and she was also my maid of honour!
Bridal dress: My gown was part of the Silver Collection by Demetrios and my shoes were silk sling backs with a Swarovski crystal and pearl detail on the front. I also had beautiful crystal earrings all from Blanc Bridal Boutique. Bridesmaids’ dresses: Each bridesmaid wore a black chiffon gown of their choice by Bari Jay and fuchsia silk and Swarovski crystal shoes that were provided by Blanc Bridal Boutique. The groom and the groomsmen attire:
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The rings: They where from Swiss Timing. Hair: Ronnell from Shairon’s did the hair. Photographer: Alex Masters. Entertainment at the ceremony: Cindy Smith sang, “Never let you go” by Faith Evens during the signing of the registry and “D’ General” provided DJ services.
At the reception: We were supposed to have the prewedding cocktail party and ceremony on the terrace overlooking the harbour at Belmont, but it poured with rain! So, we had to move all the festivities inside of Blu restaurant. Michelle, at Flowers by Gimi, did an amazing job designing a new ceremony space inside. No one would have guessed that it wasn’t WWW.SHOWO FFMAG A ZI N E. N ET
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supposed to be that way originally. It definitely had a high-end club feel with the fuchsia lighting and tall flower arrangements. The room was literally glowing thanks to the team at Electronic Services. Andrea and the staff at Blu were simply outstanding. They went above and beyond to make sure my guests were comfortable and the food was to die for!
Any panic moments? I must have been really stressed the week before the wedding because I went into Anthony’s to purchase a pen and he mentioned that Paul and the groomsmen had been in to finalize the style of the tuxedos. Paul’s outfit was supposed to be a surprise but my curiosity got the better of me so when Anthony told me that he was going to be wearing tails I almost died, as I did not want my future husband walking down the aisle in a penguin suit! But, I panicked for nothing, because Paul looked liked a million bucks! Hands down the most handsome groom I have ever seen.
I saw Paul standing at the altar. All the nerves went away instantly. It also felt really good knowing that I was surrounded by people that really cared about us and wanted to be there rain, blow, or shine, for our special day. I could really feel the love in the room as we said our vows.
Honeymoon: I had to go away on business the week after the wedding for eight weeks, so rather than rush
Any special moments: My special moment was when I walked into the room and
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Entertainment laughs and a few tears, this movie makes the perfect popcorn and cuddle night.
Album
review SABE JAMES TALKS CANDIDLY ABOUT
The latest Trey Songz album This guy has generated more buzz than usual. From the time he stepped out and exploded onto the scene with the “Say Ahhhâ€? banger, Trey Songz has remained busy and debuts with his follow up album Passion, Pain & Pleasure. It looks like he’s trying to be the new “nasty manâ€? of the R&B realm, which may be needed, as veteran hit-maker, R. Kelly has left a void since his sex scandal and despite his resurgence, some credibility issues are still lingering. Trey’s album appears to be broken up into three sections in which the music coincides with the theme, title-wise and sound-wise, alike. Pain is the ďŹ rst line of demarcation on the album, which has songs to follow such as “Can’t Be Friendsâ€? and “Please Return My Callsâ€?. The only hang-up that I have within this section (along with other parts on the album) is that he emulates R. Kelly just a little too much. A younger generation of listeners would potentially beg to differ, but those that grew up listening to the R&B of the 90s and early 2000s can attest to what I am saying. It just feels like we’ve heard similar songs on R. Kelly’s TP2 or a Chocolate Factory album already, but just in a slow jam version. Now back to Trey, the obvious banger on this album is “Bottoms Upâ€? with newcomer Nikki Minaj that I have to admit, I like. It’s a catchy hook, and of course the suggestive material spells a recipe of success. What can I say? Sex sells in a major way. He’s got the formula. He makes good music and so he’s got his ticket punched.
Films to take home Writer and ďŹ lm fan, Leanna Lambert, gives you the lowdown on ďŹ lms to include in your DVD collection. WHY DID I GET MARRIED TOO?
For those who love a little romance in their comedy, this is the movie for you. The drama continues when four married couples reunite for yet another couples retreat to socially analyze both their friendships and marriages. Filled with many
ROBIN HOOD Swords, heavy armour and the 13th century. We all know the “children’s versionâ€? of Robin Hood but director Ridley Scott takes it to the next level. The action packed tale shows how Robin Hood and his trusty accomplices ďŹ ght to dismiss corruption in their village and restore a balance of power that will change England for good. INCEPTION Want to live in your subconscious state? This highly ranked movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, becomes the three-hour thriller of a lifetime, with non stop action. Be prepared to lose yourself in unveiling, what is a dream and what is reality?
Support our artists Buy their albums today, available at local music retailers. TWANEE BUTTERFIELD: WHERE I'VE BEEN This CD was initially created as a fundraiser to assist in her journey to the United States to pursue her singing career. Where I've Been is a compilation of unreleased tracks from Twanee’s past, ranging from pop to R&B, including her own unique and colourful rendition of two cover songs. It’s a deďŹ nite keepsake, as it is her ďŹ rst album ever released. BIG SNIPES: BUFFET STYLE The sophomore CD project from Big Snipes proves that gospel music is truly diverse in its appeal. It includes two-time Underground award-winning single “Clean Heartâ€? (featuring Riddy) and the pulsating “Happy & You Know Itâ€? (feauring Dae). Come hungry!
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Fashion A fashion show for local designers The fashion show known as "The Bermuda Fashion Collective" will be held on Thursday November 4 at 6pm at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall. It will include all local designers and models as well as host collections of local jewellery designers. It will be a 'Made in Bermuda' event. Book your seat early to avoid disappointment, as seats are limited. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at B.S.O.A. â–
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Shop the look: Leopard-printed blouse by Jones New York at Gibbons Company; Black dress by Kenneth Cole at Gibbons Company; Accessories are model’s own.
Seriously structured knits are versatile and will keep you warm when it gets chilly outside. They are great to wear from the office to a formal afterwork affair.
Shop the look: Blue knit dress by FCUK; Peep-toe heels by Anne Klein at Nine West; Earrings by Etienne Aigner and pearl necklaces at Gibbons Company.
STRUCTURED
1950’s CHIC Choose lady-like silhouettes and accessories. Think… pearls, gold, diamonds, fitted blouses, knee length dresses and skirts.
There are many variations of the classic shift dress. Find one that’s tailored and accentuates your beautiful shape. Wear a pair of showstopping heels and a statement necklace to set it off !
Shop the look:
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Purple wool dress by FCUK; Black suede heels by Nine West; Earrings by Etienne Aigner at Gibbons Company; Necklace is model’s own.
Makeup Artist/Stylist: Patrice Morgan Production Assistant: Jahshuna Furbert Photographer: Kageaki Smith Model: Patrice Phillips
Suede shoes, check. Wool coat, check. Leather bag, check. Wear any combination of these warm fabrics to achieve a military look. Clothing adorned with chains or studs will be an attention-grabber.
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Rock n’ Roll and a Little Bit of Soul BY DAVIKA HILL This fall it’s all about pearls and lace. Use lace accents to bring out your feminine charm and pearl accessories to instantly glam up your ensemble. We love these two classics because they’re timeless pieces that always stand out in a crowd. Writer, Davika Hill chose a few of her favourite items shown below:
Where to buy: Pearl & Gold Earrings,
3 Key Pieces Among all the popular trends for Fall/Winter 2010, these where my favourites. All clothing is available at Gibbons Company. BY KATRINA THOMAS
Leather Jacket Walk into cocktail hour looking like a city-chic, socialite! Just wear a leather jacket with a dress, heels, paired with dark tights and mixed metals. It's the perfect hard-soft look.
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Men inspiring Change BY PATRICE MORGAN PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHANTELLE EMERY 4HEY HAVE STYLE AND CLASS CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY 7HO ARE THEY They are our next generation of leaders and they are 100 per cent Bermudian! Five dynamic men who are in the prime of their lives, tell us what gets them going, what inspires their success, and their thoughts on life.
The Social Educator THOMAS SMITH, 31 Â&#x203A; G8I8$<;L:8KFI# J8E;PĂ&#x2039;J D@;;C< J:?FFC Â&#x203A; J@E>C< What does a Para-educator do? Para-educators work underneath the learning support teacher; I assist kids who have some behavior challenges, academic or physical challenges but who are still put in the mainstream school. A Para-educator will be the one who will work one on one with a child or maybe have one or more children who they attend to. My personal training has been in behavior and mental disorders, such as autism.
In Bermuda, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rare to ďŹ nd men who choose education as a career. Why where you attracted to it? I love people and I wanted to be in a place where I can serve people, but after getting my degree I knew I wanted to work with kids. After college, I did a summer camp with Primary ďŹ ve kids and it was so interesting how they pick up on you and how I could shape and mould them. So I thought why not start working in the school system and take it to the next level?
When it comes to male ďŹ gures, what unique contribution do they have to offer in the school system? The presence of a male ďŹ gure in a school is irreplaceable, not negating women in the system, but when a male educator is needed he deďŹ nitely carries a presence. We have a lot of fathers who are not really present in bringing children up. You see how kids respond to a male teacher versus a female. Respect is demanded, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s less talk. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to explain but when you see it in action you would know a woman could not have done that; it only could have been done with a male. What he said, how he said it, his tone; the whole nine yards. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve often been asked to bring a class to order just by using my tone.
In the last two years you worked at Victor Scott Primary School were they faced challenges with gun violence in that community. How did it feel when you saw the kids suffering? As a Bermudian who grew up in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;42ndâ&#x20AC;? community, where we rode our bikes and played with everyone in the neighborhood, it is really heart wrenching. As a teacher we had to rally around to support the community, especially the kids who are part of it. The irony of it was as if they really wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t
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impacted that much because what they are growing up in, is what they happen to be getting accustomed to. Back in my day, we grew up with marbles, riding bikes, swimming of the docks, but them, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re growing up with the same things plus gun violence. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a negative thing, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something they will be educated on. At the same time, we as educators donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to instill fear in them either. We have a different kind of responsibility; we have to give them knowledge, but in this era it takes a little bit more, building up the soul and the spirit. I have to show these kids that yes you have difďŹ culties, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to make it and then to show them how while still creating an environment where they can learn. We did a lot of praying and set an atmosphere for where they where still able to learn and declare our grounds safe and peaceful. Again, it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an easy task, for the most part the teachers understood their charge and we went above and beyond. We had police ofďŹ cers come down and comfort the kids to reassure their safety in the midst of an unsafe environment. In the end, the kids were still able to move on to Middle School.
They say violent behavior is a result of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upbringing at home, do you think parents have failed their kids or has society? We have to look at how parenting has changed over the years. We have different approaches to parenting now, versus years ago. Nowadays we have too many different approaches with different results, instead of looking for the result thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to beneďŹ t the children, as they are individuals. I think it takes parents to be engaging with kids. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to say they failed, but I think they havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tried hard enough. The demand is there for parents to be more active because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so much going on. Technology presents itself as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;moreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m under the impression that a lot of the technological advances have substituted the relationship pieces that have kept us
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together. Instead of talking we text, instead of engaging one another we send emails. We don’t have the talks at the dinner table. I still have a lot of hope in our community, not everybody is out there slinging guns. I believe there is a remnant that will come up and do different from what is done now.
What has been the most defining moment in your career thus far? I’ve had a few. During an assembly at Victor Scott they would give highlights to teachers and children, but there was a kid that came and highlighted me. He stood up in front of the whole assembly and said, “ I want to highlight Mr. Smith for taking time out to help me with my behavior and to have a good attitude.” I didn’t expect it. That was a moment that stands out. Then there was a kid when I first started teaching at Sandys. We had toughed it out throughout the whole school year. During the summer I saw him hailing me down in the street, shouting, “Mr. Smith, Mr. Smith”. It really does say a lot. I was like wait a minute this kid really was listening to me, as much as he may have been defiant at times, he appreciated it. You don’t look for it, because you love what you do anyway. Hearing something like that makes me want to stay in the system for the next 20 years.
You have a strong spiritual side, tell us something about hope. Hope is something that I believe you hold on to. When you want to let it go, it still wont let you. For me, hope says that when something is not going to work out, hope then says that it’s going to work out and better than you think. It’s a small word that carries a lot of weight if we apply it. I can’t live life without it; I don’t even see life without it. You have to have it to live a full life. That’s the start, the bare minimum.
How do you allow your connection with God to lead you in the classroom and when dealing with students? My connection with God in the classroom is very vital. I do my best to see life how God wants life to be seen and that’s by reading the Bible. When I’m in the classroom I am able to allow that to set the atmosphere. When kids are a little rowdy, I don’t really get frustrated because I have tapped into the spirit-man whereby I can exercise patience and have self-control. Kids want to test you, but if you don’t have a connection with God you can lead them in a way where you don’t want them to go. I think your walk ought to reflect every thing that you do. Even in my relationship with staff, when you treat staff with a good sprit, the kids see that as well, and from that they can have a next level of respect.
You are quite the fashion-forward type. Give us the low down on your style and your favorite brands. I’m a guy who likes things that are different. I have a neck for hats. For those who are close to me know I used to have braids but now I’m bald, so I wear hats more to keep my head warm in the winter. I like ties, scarves and things that spice up a suit. Truthfully if it looks good on you, then that’s what you go with. In Bermuda I shop at Coopers Man, the Edge and Marks and Spencer. When traveling I shop at Express Man, Zara, Gap and Banana Republic. You chop and change, you mix and just have fun with it. Make sure you go all the way, make it look clean.
What scent do you leave in your trail? I have two fragrances Rochas Man and Hanae Mori. They kind of have a fresh smell to it, like right after the shower fresh and have a hint of sweetness. I think a woman likes to have a guy who’s still sweet. ■
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Careers The Steadfast Entrepreneur DAVID LOVELL JR., 27 :%<%F%# ;M;EFN B@FJBJ 8E; 9<IDPC@EB%:FD D8II@<; KF JK<G?8E@< 8E; ?8J 8 ;8L>?K<I# 8C8P8?% You have caught the entrepreneurial bug. What keeps you motivated? I would like to say that my motivation is inspired by my vision. I envision myself as a very successful entrepreneur owning a chain of businesses throughout the Caribbean and North America. So far, I’ve managed to bring two dreams to reality such as DVDNow Kiosks and Bermylink.com, both of which have been solid foundations for my family’s future. To see these two businesses start from just an idea then transform into an actual working business has been extremely motivating.
While so many struggle to find the right business, you make it look easy. Where do you find the inspiration to begin new ventures?
than satisfying store returns from one of those so-called wholesale distributor companies online. To make a long story short, we turned this experience into a positive one, recognizing that sufficient research is needed prior to selecting reputable suppliers and partners.
a flash video spot and flash rotator that cycle through different advertisements. Our future plan is to strategically promote Bermylink.com to attract buyers and sellers from around the world. We also have loads of other innovative features we plan to roll out in the near future.
What are the three most important things that one needs to maintain a business?
How important is your wife to you and how do you keep love alive with your busy schedule?
The three most important things that one needs are first to prepare a business plan (this is your road map or blueprint). Then prepare and maintain solid financial records, and finally, offer a product and/or service that is needed whilst providing superior customer service.
Your classifieds website looks very professional and we are excited for you. What sets it apart from other sites and what are your future plans? Bermylink.com is unique in contrast to other competing classified websites because it’s easier to navigate and simple to use. It was Bermuda’s first classifieds website to offer a real HTML editor that allows advertisers to customize (for example, change font size, colour or emotions) the look and feel of their ads and it’s the only classified website to offer
My inspiration comes strictly from my ideas that I trust will survive in Bermuda’s competitive market. I first scan the market to identify problems and needs before brainstorming ideas that translate in to a meaningful business.
Most entrepreneurs have failed before succeeding. Have you ever failed and how did you turn that into something positive? Oh yes, I’ve definitely failed first before seeing any success. After graduating from college my idea was to start a family business called ‘Lovell’s’, selling brand name household items. As soon as I returned to the island I visited my cousin Jamel Lovell and asked him to join me as my business partner which he agreed to do. So, we both put a small amount of money together to ship our first pallet of brand name household items. Well, when we received those items and unboxed them at my house I knew right away that we were about to make a loss because what we thought was going to be brand name turned out to be less
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In all honesty, my wife is extremely important to me because without her I don’t know where I would be today. She’s an attractive, intelligent, loving woman that I would say keeps me focused and reassures me that I need to continue to be the man that I ought to be. We keep the love alive by continuously dating and doing spontaneous things.
Who is your biggest cheerleader and what advice have they given that you will always remember? I think I am my biggest cheerleader as I am self-motivated and determined to reach any goal that I set out for myself. You are seen as a role model to young men. With all the violence happening in our community what would you tell them? First, love God your creator more than anything else. Then love all other people the same as you love yourself. Forgive everybody of all his or her offences against you and give what people ask of you; give more than is required. Love your enemies and those who work against you. Do not worry about your material needs instead feed the hungry, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless and comfort those in distress; let people see your good works. If each and every one of us could live by these simple rules the violence would cease completely. Who is man enough to not be afraid to be himself and live for God? ■
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Careers The Passionate Politician MARC BEAN, 36 J<E8KFI AI% D@E@JK<I F= KFLI@JD 8E; KI8EJGFIK# K<C<:FDDLE@:8K@FEJ# <$:FDD<I:< 8E; <E<I>P# ?<8; F= :8I@:FD 8==8@IJ GI<J@;<EK F= JFD<IJ<K 9I@;>< I<:I<8K@FE CLUB J@E>C< 8E; ?8J 8 (-$P<8I$FC; ;8L>?K<I# J?8<8?C8P 8E; (+$P<8I$FC; JFE# A8E?F@ Your friends have given you the nickname ‘Pilot’. Tell us about your background. My earliest memory was that of an airplane flying across my house. I think I was about 2-years-old, from that time it’s become the singular abiding passion within my soul and that’s being an airline pilot and becoming involved in the airline industry. I went to Delaware State and Hampton University and then qualified as a commercial pilot. After that I went to Bailbrook College in Bath, England and qualified as an Air Traffic Control Specialist. During that time, I took on the Rastafarian faith and transferred into a Rasta-man. Then I came home to Bermuda as a Pilot and Air Traffic Control Specialist, so those close to me called me ‘Jah-Pilot’.
Why politics? When I was an Air Traffic Control Specialist in Bermuda, I was ‘black balled’. I was 22- years old and I was one of the most highly qualified people at the airport. The next job that another company offered me was to be a dishwasher, to clear all the trays off the airplanes and wash the dishes for $300 a week. This was after I had all my qualifications. I felt this was extremely unjust. If this was happening to me, it must be happening to so many people I thought. I was determined from that point on that I would prepare myself
to ensure injustice like that ceases for the next generation. The best way to do this was to enter into political leadership. From 1996, I prepared myself, internally and spirituality to enter the political world. Fast-forward to 2004, I had now become the founder of a few organizations and had the experience of leading young people. In 2004, at the un-timely death of Deputy Premier Eugene Cox, I decided that it was time to emerge to the forefront of politics and enter properly. I put my name forward to contest the bi-election to be held to replace Deputy Premier Cox in Constituency 36, which is Sandy’s North. Twenty other persons put their name forward. Minister Michael Scott won the vote. However, I didn’t receive not one vote, but the experience was stimulating. I stuck around, and instead of going back to the woodwork, I went out and canvassed with Minister Scott to get the experience. Within two months I was an executive of the Progressive Labour Party and became Assistant Party Organizer.
What leaders do you admire and how do you plan to live up to their attributes? There are persons that I admire as leaders. One I can say is the former Emperor of Ethiopia, His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I and Marcus Garvey, have been impactful in my life. His Imperial Majesty was the representative of the High Ethiopian Culture, which is the ancient and original culture on earth. He exemplified the requisite balance of combining the true faith, manifested by our conduct and character as peoples of Ethiopian heritage, with that of the modern world (science and technology). In other words, development should be
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spiritual and material in scope and not just material. Whatever is given in the material realm is given to us to Lord over, not to allow them to conquer and master us. So His Imperial Majesty was the living example of an ancient man in a modern time, being able to function fully and lead his people to progress that’s meaningful. Marcus Garvey was such an influence in my life because he spoke to black people and showed them a way where they could be selfrespecting and reminded us that we are equal to all others and that the world is what we make of it. I appreciate Garvey because he didn’t seek to attack any other race. He didn’t seek to make people feel guilty. The Lord helps those who help themselves and a man respects you when you respect yourself. So that’s what Marcus Garvey taught me. I can look at that as an inspiration in terms of leadership. You’ll find that many issues that we face in Bermuda today in regards to race would cease to exist. No one has chains around us; no one has us in bondage. So what’s preventing us from doing things as a collective, but ourselves?
You are passionate about politics and the issues that affect our community. Can you name a time when you’ve voiced your concerns in the media and later wished you hadn’t? I have gotten into ‘political trouble’ for publicly criticizing my government, regarding the handling of education. I don’t regret any part of what I said because the truth is that we can do much better. However, during that speech in the senate, when I spoke of education, it was within the context of the plight of young black men. Only a part of my speech was on the issue of education and that’s what the media chose to highlight. What I do regret is that later in my speech, I spoke of four prominent gentlemen in our business community (Darren Johnston, Philip Butterfield, Craig Bridgewater and Patrick Tannock), all who have reached the highest echelons of international business. I mentioned them in response to Dr. Grant Gibbons’ comments in the House of Assembly, who said that these are the four archetypes of success for young black men in Bermuda. I took his statement as offensive, as it is not his role
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to define to young black men, who their archetypes are. In making that point, I actually spoke in a negative way about these four gentlemen. It came across as if what they have achieved in corporate Bermuda doesn’t mean anything, and that they shouldn’t be given any credit for what they’ve done because they are working for other people, and not setting an example of “doing for self”, as entrepreneurs. My words came across in a very hurtful manner, which was not my intention. If there’s anything that I regret in my political career, it was this. These are four gentlemen that I respect to the highest level and I’ve learned from the experience. If I cannot help a person with my words and deeds, my responsibility at all cost, is to not hurt them. These gentlemen were not deserving of that at all.
You are active in Sandy’s parish where you reside. What are your thoughts on the gun violence there and have you been able to mediate? My thoughts on the gun violence in my community are the same of that throughout the island. Since emancipation, it’s the greatest threat we’ve ever faced. In terms of mediating, I’ve been involved in the community on the ground level ever since. I’ve never separated my self from my generation; I have sought over the last seven years to lead by example. Mediating really is something that has to occur at a preventive stage and not at a curative stage. You can’t mediate self-destructive behavior, but once a person gets to a point in life where they can’t take no more then you have to be in a position to show them an alternative. But they have to make the choice themselves, no amount of preaching and marches and announcements by politicians will solve this problem. It seems like, the more the leaders speak out on it, the worse it gets. It shows a disconnection and a lack of understanding of what’s going on with our generation at the street level.
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They say behind every good man, there’s a good woman. What attributes would a woman need to hold you down? Wow. First of all, I believe that ‘beside’ every good man there’s a good woman. ‘Behind’ is a paternalistic mindset that is not really part of our culture. Our history teaches us that man and women side by side go equal. Women have responsibilities and obligations to fulfill within their womanhood and so do man when it comes to relationships. When both do it in partnership they have a harmonious home. So that side-by-side is important. Now personally, a woman in my life, compatibility is important. First and foremost, she has to be a spiritual woman. That is manifested by the grace of how she moves, her gracefulness, elegance, timeless, softness, all those attributes of the feminine side of life. She needs to have a sound mind and intellect. She needs to take care of herself physically and sees her body as her temple that’s sacred. She has to know me, as a man, my strengths and my weaknesses. Most importantly she has to see the good within me and to take it upon herself and enhance that. From the simple things of making sure I have the right suit and tie on to the good food we are eating. She has to be willing to take on the burden and stress that sometimes a person like me has on my mind. And also have the ability to transform it from a negative to positive. ■
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Careers The Balanced Businessman MIGUEL DAPONTE, 34 M@:< GI<J@;<EK# 9= D @EM<JKD<EK J<IM@:<J D8II@<; KF A8QD@E 8E; ?8J 8 FE<$P<8I$FC; JFE# O8M@ Money, money, money, we like! Tell us about your journey into your current role. I’ve been in the business for about 12 years now. I always knew I wanted to do something in economics or finance because of the constantly changing environment, which I find interesting. I had the benefit of working with several firms each servicing a different type of end client, which gave me a broad experience. Getting the Chartered Financial Analyst designation was a huge step, but it was more the broad experience, which helped me obtain my current position. In my present role I am responsible for all the investment products, including pension plans, supplemental savings plans, and educational savings plans. My main responsibility is selecting the asset managers who run the various products designing new plans for customers. I also meet with corporate and individual clients on a regular basis as an advisor.
If money could talk what would it tell the average consumer? Don’t worry about me there are more important things in life! However, I guess as an investment person you are looking for some words of wisdom or the holy grail of investing. I would say be contrarian when investing. If people are talking like the sky is falling its probably a good time to buy, conversely when everyone is excited by the stock market and strong returns it may be time to sell.
the most both directly and especially indirectly. He will pick up my mannerisms, my biases, and underlying traits. Thus you have to exemplify the type of person you eventually want him to be today while his development is greatest and he is forming his understanding of the world.
As a parent you want the best for your child, what changes or additions do you think Bermuda needs?
Many, too numerous to mention. The only way to overcome them is to keep the long-term goal in sight. You learn from the challenges, so embrace them, but never give up the end goal.
I can only talk about what I have experienced so far. I think a big thing is access to the diverse range of activities across all social and economic classes. We are fortunate in that we can enrol Xavi in basically anything he needs or we think is good for him. I want him to grow up appreciating all aspects of Bermudian culture, not just one segment of it.
You give loads of advice to people; what’s the best advice ever given to you?
Outside of work, are you involved in any sports or community activities?
Have you ever faced any challenges on your road to success?
In life, never leave for tomorrow what you can do today. In investments, try to stay calm and not get emotional.
Where would you like to be 10 years from now? Wow! The ultimate interview question (he laughs). Most importantly, I would like Xavi to see me as a good dad and role model. I think this is becoming a scarce commodity particularly in Bermuda. Work wise, I would love to still be in my current role, but to expand our business model to offer different products and services.
We always hear that marriage takes work; what are married folks talking about? I think my wife should censor this question first! I found the biggest thing about marriage is learning not to be selfish any more. It’s not about just your needs any more but about the family as a whole. As a highly driven person, this took some time to get used to, but again just like in any challenge you look at the long term. Being honest with one another about your feelings helps.
You’ve recently become a father, how has this changed your life? It has been a great experience. It’s been very busy and at times it tests your patience but it has been worth it. People take for granted how much work it is. I view my role very seriously in Xavi’s development. I am the man he will learn from
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I used to be involved heavily with Tuff Dogs sports club and in particular football. Since Xavi has come on board I chose to give that up. I enjoy triathlons and have done a couple here on island; it’s a good sport to push yourself. I recently taught a course on economics at the Bermuda College and have recently agreed to teach the same subject at the Center for Talented Youth. I really like what they are doing for young people there.
Something that people would be surprised to know about you? I like to garden; I love my banana patch, fruit trees and square foot garden at our house. I get it from my dad, although he says I get it from my grandfather, who I never met, as he had passed before I was born.
What’s your favourite book or film? Tough one. I am going to cop out here and say that I like to watch the BBC Planet Earth Series. It’s the only thing I own on DVD. It’s amazing to see how insignificant we are in the whole world, but it’s important to understand small things we do can upset this delicate balance. ■
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Careers passion, and most of all don’t let the financial remuneration be your main decision factor. I tell aspiring medical students that the money is really not worth the amount of sleepless nights, relationship problems and challenges that you will endure being a medical doctor. The patients and their health and safety come first with all else coming after. This regime for many people is something very hard to swallow. Other factors are, the length of the programme and the volume of material you have to digest in a very small period of time. But all in all you have to enjoy the science of medicine and if you do, it will be a breeze retrospectively. I say retrospectively, because as you’re going through it, it’s like a living hell.
The Faithful Physician DR. KYJUAN BROWN, 28
=8D@CP GI8:K@K@FE<I 8CK<IE8K@M< D<;@:@E< 8K ?FG< ?<8CK?:8I< J@E>C< Ok you’re pretty young to be working as a doctor; do you get this response often? I get this all the time. I actually started university at the age of 16. What’s most humorous is the expression on the patients face as they enter my exam room. Many of them are like, ‘Are you the medical student, or are you old enough to be a doctor?’ However, as soon as we begin our interaction their fear of such is relieved.
Where did you study?
My Bachelor of Science degree came from Morris Brown College in Atlanta, Georgia, my Master of Herbology degree came from The Global Institute of Alternative Medicine in California and my Medical Doctorate came from St. George’s University, West Indies, Grenada.
Growing up, did you always want to become a doctor?
Yes. I tell this story every time I am asked such a question; that as a child instead of playing house, I used to play hospital. I was often found dissecting stuffed animals, performing surgery and things of that nature. I feel medicine was a calling for me, as it chose me! It gives me great joy, being able to affect change in someone’s life via this means.
Can you name one experience you’ll never forget while in residency?
I will never forget this one case! I was stationed at a very small and limited community hospital. I was the only doctor on at this particular time, to cover our very small emergency room and the whole hospital for that matter. I received a call around 3am on a Saturday morning while asleep in the doctors’ call room. By now I was accustomed to calls at this hour and how the police called in, with the minimum of details just to put us on the alert. Then at 3:15am, I got another frantic call saying, come to the ER urgently. I stumbled out of bed and rushed to the ER. As soon as I opened the door, I saw this 25-year-old man lying there apparently lifeless with his right arm and right leg chopped off. His arm was pretty much hanging on by a few muscles and skin. This particular patient spent about one hour in my facility, and went from being almost
Do you find it challenging to balance work and play?
lifeless, to fully alert, thanking me for saving his life. I ‘packaged’ him to enable his transfer down the mountain to the main hospital, where surgical facilities were available.
So you’ve been in England over the last few years, what’s it like to practice in Bermuda?
It’s a huge difference. The main problem is that in England no one knew my family or me. However, in Bermuda everyone knows you or your family. At first, this added pressure was overwhelming. However, I have kept firm to my principles that I adopted in England and the Caribbean of treating every patient that I encounter as if they were family. This keeps me focused and my management consistent.
What do you think Bermuda’s biggest health concern is?
Diabetes and the complications because of it. Also, a huge problem is obesity, poor dietary controls and the lack of physical activity. These three things are the recipe for a very unhealthy physical being.
Becoming a doctor is not for the faint at heart, what factors have contributed to your success?
One, my trust and faith in God! I could not have accomplished anything without Him. Two, a large family, plus community support. As everyone knew that I wanted to become a doctor, they gave me that title long before I even started medical school. So, it was almost like I had no other choice — I had to succeed!
What advice would you give anyone who is thinking about becoming a doctor? Be sure that this career is your
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When I was in training, very much so. I really did not have much of a life. After a 32-hour shift with only one full day off per month, it does not afford you for much of a personal life. However, now since I am working in family practice, I value my personal life and I am happy to say, I have time now to enjoy such.
Some women like a man in uniform. Are women attracted to men in white coats and a stethoscope?
Funny! I think many women are attracted to the perceived lifestyle. My ego would want me to think that perhaps it is my looks and not my career choice that is attractive. But, yes and especially when you look the way I do, it does not make it easy at all. (He says this jokingly).
What do you look for in a woman?
My friends say that I have way too long of a criteria list, but I beg to differ! All I am looking for is a God fearing woman, who has morals and who is able to communicate effectively. You have to be attractive of course, well at least to me. She has to love children, as I would like to have a family of at least four kids.
While we know you dish out advice on maintaining one’s health, what are your junk food obsessions?
I love KFC as most of us do, but I eat it in moderation now, like about once per month. I am really trying to live a healthy life, so I try not to eat much junk food.
When you’re not working what do you enjoy doing? I spend lots of my time with my close circle of friends. My friends are so supportive and do their very best to help me de-stress and get away from the doctor titles and the drama surrounding such. ■
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Self Help
DON’T LET ANGER BEAT YOU UP Latanya Parsley gives you practical ways to stay in control of your emotions while in the heat of the moment. “Hot under the collar”,” ticked-off”, or whatever you want to call it, everyone has experienced the powerful emotion known as anger. The infamous emotion has earned a bad reputation compared to other emotions. Actually, anger is not such a bad emotion. It is a natural human emotion, and yes, it can even be a healthy emotion when used to fuel one in the right direction. One can allow their anger to drive them to fight good causes such as justice and human rights. The emotion becomes unhealthy when one allows the emotion to consume them. Fury can contribute to mental and physical health problems such as heart disease, hypertension, depression, and anxiety. No matter your age, gender or color, you can prevent anger from consuming you. Very often, people with anger management problems feel out of control.
Here are some steps you can take to regain control over your emotions: Step 1: Recognize the triggers or the things in your environment
that set you off. A trigger for your anger can be anything from rush hour traffic to your crying infant. If you notice that every time you are exposed to such cues you tend to have outbursts, you can act ahead of time to deescalate your anger.
Step 2: Become more aware of the signs that your body gives you as your anger rises. As you become angrier, you may notice that your breathing intensifies, your heart rate increases, or your jaw becomes tense (think the Incredible Hulk, minus the
be more shallow and their heart rate skyrockets. Deep breathing, or simply taking slower, deeper breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth, slows down the heart rate and allows more oxygen to reach the brain and body. Deep breathing also releases endorphins and helps you to relax. When anger and outbursts of anger are negatively affecting your social life, health, and other areas of your daily social functioning, never hesitate to seek help. Talking to someone such as a therapist, spiritual counselor, or pastor can give you a positive and healthy outlet for your anger. A mental health professional may also be able to provide you with skills that will help you to better manage your anger. So, the next time you feel like you are about to ‘blow your lid’ and tear up an entire city like The Hulk, remember that you do not have to lose control. You will be much happier, and so will everyone else around you. ■
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STRESS TOOL BOX FOR LIFE’S EVERYDAY EMERGENCIES DRINK: Take a moment to sip on a hot cup of chamomile, lavender or peppermint tea. These teas are natural, caffeinefree and won’t cause you to become over stimulated. Anxiety and panic attacks can put a lot of stress on the body causing headaches, stomach aches and tension. Teas can help to settle these discomforts and create a calming effect on the body. PLAY: At least once a week, make an effort to do something that does not involve work or family commitments. Re-connect with friends who have your best interests at heart, spend time outdoors playing with kids, volunteer with a charity or get involved in a team sport. All of these are mood-enhancing activities that give you the fuel you need to re-focus on what matters most. RELAX: Finding a way to escape the outside world brings your spirit into alignment and gives you a balanced view of life. Treating yourself to ‘me’ time whether it be a walk in the park, a massage, practicing yoga, tai chi, gardening, crafting, are positive avenues to rid yourself of negative energy. READ: Here are 3 self-help books that you can buy or order today. The Anger Workbook, a 13-step interactive plan to help you (by authors Les Carter and Dr. Frank Minirth); Responding to Anger, a workbook and a guide on how to handle the anger of someone who is in your life (by author Lorrainne Bilodeau); Anger Busting 101, the new ABC’s for angry men and the women who love them (by author Newton Hightower). For a holistic approach, you can explore Change your Thoughts, Change your Life (by author Dr. Wayne Dyer). ■ OUR WRITER, Latanya Parsley has a B.A. in Psychology from St.John’s University and is currently working on her doctorate in Clinical Psychology. y.
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Recipes In the Kitchen with Gina Benjamin Warm up your home this winter with feel good pumpkin recipes.
Pumpkin & Chicken Curry Ingredients:
Pumpkin Cheesecake Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled, minced 1 teaspoon coriander 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon sugar ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon turmeric ¼ teaspoon cayenne 1 ½ pound pumpkin, peeled, seeded, cubed 1 ½ cups chicken broth ½ cup coconut milk ■ Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium.
Add chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside. ■ Add remaining tablespoon of oil to same skillet and heat over medium. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; cook until golden, 3 minutes, stirring. Add coriander, cumin, sugar, salt, turmeric, and cayenne; cook until fragrant, 1 minute, stirring. Add pumpkin and stir to coat with spices. ■ Add broth, coconut milk, and reserved chicken; bring to a boil over high, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes, until pumpkin is softened and milk has thickened. Serve warm over rice.
1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin 3 large eggs 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 packages of softened cream cheese
Crust: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cups finely ground ginger snap cookies 1 tablespoon white sugar 4 - 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted ■ Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and centre the oven rack. ■ In a medium bowl beat your pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs, cream, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. ■ In a large bowl combine your white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, cornstarch and cream cheese. ■ Mix on a high speed for until the mixture is light and fluffy. ■ On a medium speed, continue to beat the mixture and then add the pumpkin mixture to the large bowl. ■ Continue mixing until all the ingredients are fully incorporated. The batter is ready when it’s very smooth and creamy. ■ Alternatively, you can swirl the pumpkin mixture into the cheesecake mixture for a pretty marbled effect. ■ Pour the entire filling into the waiting crust. Place the spring form pan on top of a baking tray and position it in the centre of the oven rack. ■ Bake for approximately 55 minutes or until the centre is slightly firm ■ Top with Caramel sauce and whipped cream (optional).
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Reviews
Gelato, Wahoo & James Brown! BY PATRICE MORGAN AND JOSEFINA AGUAYO We went for dinner at the newest restaurant to open in St. George’s, Wahoo’s Waterside Bistro and Patio. Former owner of Mulligan’s Restaurant, Alfred Konrad, and former owner of Flying Chef, Geza Wolf, have opened up this intimate bistro that sits perfectly on the seaside.
What we loved: It was a beautiful calm night and we enjoyed pristine views of the harbour just as the sun was setting. We felt welcomed by the Bermudian waitresses who made the atmosphere warm and inviting. There was an extensive menu that put a creative spin on wahoo dishes. It was also nice to see other meal choices for those who aren’t fans of wahoo. Surprise feature: At the entryway there’s a sweet gelato bar with a wide variety of sorbet and ice cream flavours. Be careful not to try one of them before dinner. (Jozie had her eye on them, but the waitress intervened just in time!) We enjoyed the diverse music on rotation while eating our meal, but then out of nowhere we heard James Brown’s songs being played. It made us giggle as first but instantly perked us up. We thought the owners music be pretty cool guys!
PATRICE’S DISHES Smoked wahoo Waldorf salad:
“This wasn’t what I would normally eat, but I thought it was time to step outside of my comfort zone. The fish was very firm, yet tender and flavourful.”
Beef filet mignon with peppercorn sauce, garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables: “I was pleasantly surprised with the large portions and the creative presentation in all of our dishes. I was eager to try the peppercorn sauce. Needless to say, it exceeded my expectations and complemented my tender filet mignon, which was prepared ‘well done’. The mashed potatoes were very creamy and hearty. There was a nice mix of unusual vegetables such as white asparagus and yams which I really enjoyed.”
Lemon and Ginger Tiramisu: “This sounded like music to my ears, especially because ginger is one of my favourite spices and I love the tangy taste of lemon. For some reason, I was still expecting it to have the consistency of tiramisu, but it was a little too soft for me but I admired the concept. All in all, it had a nice balance of lemon and ginger flavours.” JOSEFINA’S DISHES Curry Fish Cakes: “They served a hearty portion of curry fish cakes, cooked just right and not over fried. Being a fan of curry, I was looking to taste more of its flavour.”
Grilled wahoo with sweet potato fries and salad: “It was perfectly grilled with a complementary herb butter sauce. The sweet potato fries were a fun and unexpected side. The plate in its entirety was unique and served with a hearty spring salad.” Vienna vanilla gelato with espresso and cream: “This was a nice alternative from the usual after dinner tea or coffee. What a great combination for a dessert! It was a refreshing finish to a filling meal.” ■ WAHOO’S WATERSIDE BISTRO AND PATIO is located on 36 Water Street, St. George’s. Open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and closed on Mondays.
La Serena Spa at The Reefs Hotel BY KATRINA THOMAS To escape the hustle and bustle of life, retreat to La Serena Spa where the atmosphere is comforting and breath-taking views of the ocean set the mood. Before or after a treatment, their quiet, communal lounge is the prefect place to put your feet up, mediate, relax or order a small bite to eat. The spa offers an extensive menu of treatments, but try their Signature Spa Ritual Massage. It’s a great way to alleviate stress, ease aching muscles and tension. Warm towels infused with Elemis essential oil cocoon your feet throughout the treatment. Think of La Serena as a place to recharge and renew your body, mind and spirit. ■
WAHOO’S WATERSIDE BISTRO AND PATIO
PICTURED (LEFT TO RIGHT): Owners, Alfred Konrad and Geza Wolf
LOCATED on 56 South Shore Road in Southampton, visit www. thereefs.com/spa to view a complete list of their treatments.
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