What’s up Spice Isle Issue 02 Volume 01 December 2008
International Modeling Agency
KIDO Project Conversation Of The Sea Turtle
Luni Sparks & Electrify
Cover: Florence Richards Island In the Sun
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Contents Road To Success
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Island In The Sun
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International Modeling Agency
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“Strive for artistic excellence at all times” – Heritage Theatre Company
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We CAN Grenada!
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Queen Asheida
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Making A Difference - Adrian Mitchell Academy 16 Sons Of Grenada’s First Female Calypso Monarch Making Strides In The Soca Arena 17 How Much Sun Is Too Much?
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Helvellyn Pottery
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Bring Life Back To Sauteurs
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Hott Health & Fitness
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Our Perilous Cultural Crisis
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Hott Street Talk
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Conservation of Sea Turtles and their Habitat in Carriacou
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Local Craftsmen
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Hott Health Tip
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Home Décor
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Youth With A Mission
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A Passion That Is A Warm Country Inn
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Master Craftsman
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Karate
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Recipe Bazaar
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Hott Hott Puzzles
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Dear Reader It gives us great pleasure to present to you our second edition of HOTT magazine. As you go through the pages we hope that you will find it enjoyable, Informative, Entertaining and Educational. As Grenadians we are very proud of our beautiful island and consider ourselves fortunate to be a part of a team that is committed and dedicated to showcase our beautiful island, with its natural beauty, rich legacy, culture and our beautiful people. To all our readers, fellow Grenadians, Supporters, Well-wishers and Advertisers, who helped in making HOTT magazine the dream, into HOTT magazine the reality, we say thank you and we look forward to your continuous support as we embark on this amazing journey.
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Road To Success “We must overcome the notion that we must be regular... it robs you of the chance to be extraordinary and leads you to the mediocre.” - Uta Hagen Born in the village of Chantimelle in the historical parish of St. Patrick’s, Leslie Barry attended the Chantimelle RC Primary School and then the Mac Donald College Secondary School. Leslie excelled in both academics and sports. He represented Mac Donald College in athletics, football and cricket. In 1982 he was selected for the Grenada Football Association Under16 team. After leaving secondary school, Leslie attended the T. A. Marryshow Community College to further his education, pursuing four A level subjects; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. After only one week he had to quit due to financial constraints. His parents could not afford to pay his school fees and bus fees. He then applied for a job and was successful in obtaining a teaching position at the Chantimelle R.C. Primary School. Being the eldest and only child in the family working at the time, with three younger sisters in school, he had to contribute financially to the home. Not wanting to stay in the teaching profession, Leslie applied for several other jobs but was not successful. An application to the Meteorological Office at the Point Saline International Airport changed the course of his life. He was told by the Met Office Supervisor that although he was not selected for the position advertised, his penmanship had stuck out. He told Leslie that he should consider a career in architecture or engineering. Leslie had always been exposed to tools and drawings since his father was a contractor, so when the Met Office Supervisor made this suggestion he started seriously focusing on pursuing a career in either field.
always gave him the comfort and the courage to continue in his quest for a better life. She never went to bed knowing that he was out there struggling to get home and always ensured that there was something to eat and at times waited for him with a bath towel in hand to dry him after being soaked from the pouring rain. Leslie had no regrets going through these hardships. He knew what he wanted and was determined to achieve it, and he did. Leslie never gave up on his dreams of continuing his education. After completing his courses at the community college, he applied several times to the government to seek a scholarship to study Architecture but was not successful. Eventually, with the help of Dr. Terrance Marryshow, through the Maurice Bishop Patriotic Movement he obtained a scholarship to study in Cuba, where he spent six years completing his degree in Civil Engineering. Upon returning to Grenada, he worked with several engineering companies but his focus was always to have his own business. So after serious consideration he started his own company, Barry’s Engineering & Consulting Services (BECS), offering services to the public such as Civil/Structural Engineering, Project/ Construction Management, Architectural Designs, and Construction. Leslie continues educating himself in engineering and every other aspect of life, as he is a strong believer, advocate and student of personal development and continued education. Today Leslie can look back with pride, knowing that his struggles have paid off. With other prospects in mind, he has achieved many great things early in his life, and although he went through many hardships, it was worth it because today he runs a young but successful company.
While still teaching, he began attending evening classes in Architectural Drafting at the T. A. Marryshow Community College. Within three (3) months of attending classes, he was able to submit a complete set of drawings to the Land Development Control Authority. These drawings were approved and this left the tutor and other members of the class totally astonished. Leslie later finished at the top of his class. An ambitious young man, Leslie did not stop there. He soon enrolled in a three year course in Quantity Surveying and again graduated at the top of his class. While attending those evening classes and because of the late finish, many times he did not know how he would get home. There were times when he took the bus to as far as they went, hitchhiked rides and/or walked home, sometimes being soaked by the pouring rain. Despite these difficulties, he never flinched for one moment knowing that the light at the end of the tunnel was imminent. A woman of impeccable and unblemished character, his mother, with her unwavering support
As he says, “Don’t let anything stand in your way. With the help of God, determination and hard work, you can achieve anything you put your mind to.”
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Island In The Sun ‘Island in the Sun’..... A vibrant exhibit of exotic flowers and aromatic spices from Grenada, giving the visitors to the annual Chelsea Flower Show a real flavour of our Isle of Spice. The exhibition which, according to the many visitors to the stand, was considered educational as well as stunningly beautiful, achieved a silver-gilt award at this year’s show. BBC TV took a particular interest in our interpretation of the theme, with its elevated peaks of flowers and ornamental foliage, the old boat nestling in the bay, and our display of Grenada’s spices, cocoa and fruits. Their interactive team has produced a programme on the exhibit which was shown throughout Chelsea week. Special guests on Press Day, Monday 19th May included our High Commissioner His Excellency Joseph Charter and Mrs Charter, Mrs Jocelyn Sylvestre-Gairy, Director of Tourism and Alison Cryer, head of marketing for Grenada’s tourism. Visitors were entertained by steel band music and plied with rum punch in true Grenadian style. Team member Florence Richards wore a costume of Grenada colours and danced to the music, attracting the cameras. The team members who were dressed in tropical wear topped with local coconut hats, invited the media to their Grenada beach party. The atmosphere was infectious. Sincere thanks to all who supported our exhibition in any way whatever. Particular thanks to our sponsors, The Grenada Board of Tourism; Lanwades Stud; Seafreight Agencies; British Airways Grenada; The Horticultural Society of Grenada; Coyaba Beach Resort; Blue Bay Lodge; Joan Buckenham; Trish Scarlett; Audrey Scott; Horseshoe Nurseries of Essex for providing the sand; John Martin for kindly lending his 75 year old boat; and Den Phillips for the fishing nets.
The bulk of our plant material was supplied by team members, Denis Noel of Balthazar, John Criswick of St Rose Nursery, Albert St Bernard of Bay Gardens, and Cathy John, president of the Orchid Circle. Thanks also to members of the Horticultural Society and the Orchid Circle for their
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From left to right: John Criswick, Denis Noel OBE, Florence Richards, Suzanne Gaywood, Sue Cummings, Cathy John, Albert St.Bernard
contributions, and to everyone who contributed flowers and foliage, and those who collected and packed for us. Thanks to Victor for making our coconut hats worn on press day, which were a hit. Team members include Denis Noel, John Chiswick, Cathy John and Albert St Bernard who are based in Grenada. Kester Worme, Cornelius Joseph, Florence Richards and team leader Suzanne Gaywood based in the UK. Suzanne’s neighbours in her Essex village get involved every year designing, building and transporting the props necessary to stage at Chelsea, and breaking it down when the show is over. For further details on the team, our aims and objectives, and pictures from the show, go to www.grenada-at-chelsea.org.uk The theme of ‘Island in the Sun’ was inspired by the song made popular by Harry Belafonte in 1957, and picked up on the lyrics to good effect. ‘Team Grenada’ was naturally disappointed with the judge’s decision. However, we had a most successful week showcasing our beautiful island. A silver-gilt award is a very respectable result.
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International Modeling Agency International Modeling Agency was established in the year 1998 by Mr. Kendall J. Du Bois, who has been involved in Modeling shows and events for the past Fifteen years (15). His goal was to establish a modeling agency unique and different from the rest.
Kendall J. Du Bois
The agency at first was not taken seriously when it was launched in the first quarter, but we had to stand firm and face the hard knock challenges facing us. Bringing a difference custom to a country that is accustomed to old folklores and norms is hard to break. But we are still here fighting the good fight to succeed in the future of modeling in Grenada. This organization helps young people to have a skill and a profession that they love. The experience of meeting different ethnic back grounds, interacting with each other, facing their fears, building their self confidence, traveling and keeping themselves occupied from the danger of doing: • Drugs • Being in gangs • Prostitution • Teenage pregnancy etc The members of this prestige agency are like family, they take care of each other as well as their well being. For example if one of the members should have a problem she can talk to an older member about it. Also the agency has a recreational period in which in the members can suggest an activity or place they would like to travel or sight see. The agency has a lot of potential to establish itself more with a permanent sponsor, so that the members will have more opportunities to travel and participate in different countries in modeling events such as: • Modeling shows by designers
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This will lead the agency to be as a house-whole-name and even world-wide renown.
Past Events of IAA Inc. Modeling shows held in: Presentation Brothers College (dinner), Creole Shack, Birch Grove Community Centre (Grenville), & St. Vincent Modeling Agency Fashion and Cultural shows Venue: Dr. Grooms Restaurant & Bar: Modeling in Batik wears by Art Fabric, African wear by Ras Fashion Design
Clothing by boutique such as: • • • • •
Carol Boutique on Hillsborough Street, St George’s Chateau Boutique on Church Street, St George’s Chantilly Boutique in Grand Anse Shopping Complex, St George Jackie Ras fashion Designs located in the vendors market in Grand Anse, St George Art Fabric Batik located at Young Street, St. George’s
Modeling shows and Cultural Entertainment organized by Sarah Moss Vene Rex Grenada Models were modeling different ethnic traditional wear which were donated by : • The American Embassy • School Of Medicine Students • Local Designers: Art Fabric Batik and African Wear Kendall J. Du Bois
Antonia Alexis
Shanial Wellington
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“Strive for artistic excellence at all times” sensitizing people to the seriousness of the threat of the AIDS epidemic, Heritage Theatre Company made a policy decision to use the performing arts to strive to educate on HIV/AIDS.
Initiatives included:
“To be an instrument for creativity and a medium for entertainment, education and social development in Grenada.” This organization was founded on November of 1989 and consist of a membership of twenty (29) persons. It is a non-profit organization. They are anAffiliate Member of the International AmateurTheatre Association (IATA), based in Estonia, with a regional office based in Cuba.
“When Lightning Strikes” - a full-length drama with the key message being HIV/AIDS prevention, and was thought to be timely and serve as a wake-up call to many. The difference with this production was its departure from the stereotyped profile of who are likely to be victims of this deadly disease. This production has since been staged in Brooklyn, NY and Washington, DC, USA
They have performed in Thirty-seven (37) full length productions and Eighteen (18) comedy productions. •
Locally: The State of Grenada
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Regionally: Antigua, Aruba, Barbados, Cuba, St. Kitts, St. Vincent and Trinidad
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Internationally: Montreal, Canada, Toronto Canada,Miami, Florida, USA, Brooklyn, NY, USA, Washington, DC, USA, Utrecht, Holland, The Netherlands.
Special Social Development Initiatives:
“Choices” - with the support of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Heritage Theatre concluded the development and staging of a theatrical production on HIV/AIDS & Drug Abuse specially adapted to young people. The underlying theme of this production portrays how poor choices involving the abuse of drugs like alcohol and cocaine can drive a young person into a decadent lifestyle of promiscuity with HIV/AIDS being a likely destination, where hope and prospects for any future are comprehensively destroyed. In the summer of 2006, this production was staged at the Latin American and Caribbean Theatre Festival in Havana, Cuba.
HIV/AIDS Initiatives:
Additional initiatives being implemented:
Heeding the call by the Ministry of Health to join in
“HIV/AIDS Prevention Initiative for Youth in Difficult
They have also participated the Caribbean Festival of the Arts (Carifesta), 1995 (Trinidad). Tenth International Theatre Festival of Aruba (FITA), 1996, Eleventh International Theatre Festival of Aruba (FITA) 1998, Caribbean Theatre Festival, 2001 (Trinidad), Latin American & Caribbean Theatre Festival, 2006 (Cuba), Treaty of Utrecht Community Art Festival, 2007 (Utrecht, Holland, the Netherlands) and the Fourteenth International Theatre Festival of Aruba (FITA), 2008
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Circumstances” The purpose of this project is the development and implementation of Popular Theatre focused on issues pertaining to HIV/AIDS and youth, particularly youth on the block. Popular theatre productions in three (3) communities of Grenada, to be identified by Society for Family Health (SFH) and the National AIDS Directorate (NAD), would focus on HIV/AIDS and condom use among young people.
The play also gives an insight into the conflicts that sometimes possess the minds of teenagers and other young people as it highlights issues of ambition, sexuality, self confidence and coping with separation from family. This production was developed in keeping with the organization’s mission “To be an instrument for creativity and a medium for entertainment, education and social development in Grenada.”
The theatre production is part of the “HIV/ AIDS Prevention Initiative for Youth in Difficult Circumstances” implemented under SFH. This alternative activity is responsible for presenting information to youths about HIV/AIDS and condom use through a range of community based activities, in a manner stimulating to the youth.
In recognition of the clear message on Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention embodied in the play, this production was awarded by the Grenada National Coalition on the Rights of the Child (GNCRC) as part of their Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in April 2008.
The package consists of the use of a variety of theatrical comedic arts forms such as skits, monologue, comic impressions and mime to impart specific messages and themes, the cause and effect of risky behavior and the solutions. Key messages regarding the principal issues affecting youths’ decision-making regarding condom use and risky sexual behavior. This information will help provide the framework for developing a thought provoking and relevant production for the target audience.
“Community based performing arts projects to promote healthy relationships amound young people” - Collaboration with the Corner Health Centre Drama Troupe, the University of Michigan School of Social Work and the Residential College Community Theatre Collaborative in the development of community based drama and creative arts projects with youths in Grenada and the south eastern Michigan.
This project will be completed by August 2008.
HIV/AIDS Inter-parish secondary school minitheatre Festival: Given the threat that HIV/AIDS poses to our educational system and by extension the undermining of our social capital and to assist in the dissemination of accurate information about HIV/AIDS, the secondary school system has been identified as an ideal forum to seek to educate our youths. In this regard, Heritage Theatre Company developed a program in which one hundred and two (102) secondary students representing each parish, will be trained in basic theatre techniques as well as provided with accurate information on HIV/AIDS. They will research and develop a 30-minute theatrical presentation on an aspect of the HIV/AIDS epidemic to be staged at a mini-theatre festival. This project will be implemented in September 2008 in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, National Parents Teachers Association and the National AIDS Council and Directorate.
Other Social Development Initiative: “A Father’s Love” - The family --- the most important institution in any society. It is where children are taught the foundations of life and parents try to provide leadership and example. “A Father’s Love”, explores the frailty of fathers in their struggle to become good role models and earn the love and respect of their families.
Other Activities: Plays back Theatre – a form of improvisational theatre utilized as part of the Agency for Reconstruction Development’s post disaster psychological recovery initiatives. The success of this collaboration was enhanced when the group was invited to perform at the UNESCO conference on “The Practice and Prospects of Arts Education for Societies In Crisis” in June 2006 at UWI, St. Augustine and more recently in September 2007 as part of a regional contingent at the Treaty of Utrecht Community Art Festival, Utrecht, Holland, The Netherlands.
Education Entertainment (Edutainment): The idea of combining education with entertainment in the mass media was spurred by the efforts of institutions like Populations Communications International (PCI), a nongovernmental organization headquartered in Virginia,
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USA. PCI has successfully used the method of the radio soap opera in various programs worldwide to communicate life-saving messages. Soap operas capture the dynamics of every day life, offering an opportunity to reach audience members on a deeply personal level. Because they follow a serialized format, soap operas can dramatize health and social realities in a sustained and systematic way. Heritage Theatre Company received training in the dynamics of writing and producing soap operas for radio and television. The training was provided by Population Communications International (PCI) and two consultants Dr. Peter Vaughan of Macalister College in Minnesota and Dr. Kimani Njogu of Kenyatta University in Kenya, who have significant expertise in demographic research and educational scriptwriting respectively. Two radio soap operas have been written and produced: a) “Coconut Bay” a 104-episode drama aired in four East Caribbean countries; and b) “The Charlotte Region”, an environmental protection initiative written and awaiting production for airing in 13 Cariforum territories;
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Secondary school presentations (Grenada Boys Secondary School, Boca Secondary, Wesley College and St. Joseph’s Convent, St. George’s) at local Drama Festivals and Regional Drama Competitions;
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Preparation of students who participated in The Spice laugh Festival, an entertainment tourism product between Heritage Theatre Company and the Grenada Board of Tourism, which showcased the best adult and junior comedic talent available locally and throughout the Caribbean.
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Youth Path: The Youth Poverty Alleviation through Tourism and Heritage (Youth PATH) is a UNESCO initiative that aims to enable young people between the ages of 15 to 24 in eight Caribbean countries to utilize innovative skills for sustainable employment in the area of heritage tourism, environmental conservation and preservation of heritage sites.
Promoted Caribbean integration through theatre – participated in cultural exchange programs with theatrical groups from Trinidad, Barbados and St. Vincent;
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OECS Secretariat 25th Anniversary Celebrations – represented Grenada in the commemoration of the Secretariat’s 25th Anniversary Celebrations. The celebrations held in Antigua, took the form of a three day Cultural Fiesta which showcased dance, theatre, poetry, film, visual art, music and food traditions. The launch of the OECS Cultural Portal also formed part of the festivities.
Training Initiatives: Facilitated training in the theatrical arts with the following: •
Community based drama/theatre groups such as: Privilege Theatre Company (Chantimelle, St. Patrick’s); River Salle Theatre Group (River Sallee, St. Patrick’s) and KAPATA, (Carriacou);
Contact Persons: Christopher DeRiggs, Director, Robert Whyte, President Sandra A. James, Project Coordinator. Telephone: 473-409-1176 (Sandra James) Email: sajames@spiceisle.com Mailing Address: P O Box 445, St. George’s, Grenada Sandra A. James
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We CAN Grenada! This is a charity event held on Christmas eve December 24th the idea behind the event is to have people donate cans of food as a entry fee into the event, and this food then is given to the salvation army for distribution to all of those in need. The event will start at 10.30pm and end at 5am Christmas morning with the exception of last year we have been doing this event for over seven years now and we would like everyone to come on out and support this
worthy cause. DECEMBER 27TH BANANAS 4TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY. This year we are bringing in from Trinidad one of the best party bands in the region IMIJ AND CO to perform live. For this event there will be a local performances as well as a host of drink specials to mark this special occasion. The party will be held in our car park area with our air conditioned night club area being used for the late night after party. Other than that a generic posting would be to mention that bananas is the only night spot in the south of the island that at present you can find crowds out 7 nights a week with different theme for each night.
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Queen Asheida An interview with Grenada’s 2008 Carnival Queen Asheida Charles HM: What is your name? Asheida: Asheida Charles. HM: How old are you? Asheida: I am twenty three (23) years old.
HM: Where are you from? Asheida: I am from High
courageous and talented young woman, so I knew that I had what it takes to represent my parish well. My intention was simply to go out there and compete to the best of my ability.
HM: What categories did you win in? Asheida: Gleefully, I capture the best talent, best carnival attire, best swim wear, best evening grown, the people choice award and the carnival queen title.
HM: Do you think participating in the competition made you a better person?
Asheida: I would not say that participating in the show
Asheida: Traveling, reading, socializing with friends and spending time with my family.
made me a better person, that’s because I have always been an individual who lives my life without boundaries and limitations. I know that I cannot please everyone in the world, so I try as hard as possible to live my life the best way I know how. However, participating in the National Queen Show made me realize that ordinary people can certainly do extraordinary things providing that they have the potential and encouragement.
HM: What words can best describes you?
HM: Did you think that you were going to capture the
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HM: Tell us, what are some of your hobbies?
Asheida: Courageous, ambitions, hilarious, reserved
sometimes, Jovial.
HM: Currently, what is your occupation? Asheida: Currently I am a student at St. George’s University, majoring in Tourism and Hospitality Management. HM: What are your future plans? Asheida: It is mandatory for the National Queen to
represent her country in a few regional competitions; I hope to represent proudly and satisfactorily. I will continue to focus on enhancing my level of education because I strongly believe that one of the most valuable assets is to have to a good education. I hope to spend some time with young people, specifically, young women. I have already joined the Girl Guides Organization here in Grenada to commence this need.
HM: Why did you participate in The 2008 National Queen Show?
Asheida: My interest in beauty pageants sparked when I was asked by my friends and school teachers at Mac Donald College to participate in the first inter-house competition held at the school. I did participate and was fortunate enough to capture the title in the year 2003. I then developed a passion for pageantry and continued to participate in a few more. However, I always wanted to represent my parish at the National Queen show, which is generally held every August in relation to Grenada’s Carnival. Thus, when the opportunity was given to me to be a delegate at the 2008 National Queen Show I was delighted and honored to be given the job. I consider myself to be a
title?
Asheida: Honestly no, I knew that practice sessions with
the delegates for this show were not a judging factor to determine the winner or my closest competition. So Like the other six delegates, I was in it to do my best; I thought that if my best is good enough then winning should be easy.
HM: Is there anybody you would like to thanks for your success?
Asheida: I must first say thanks to God, without his guidance and blessings nothing close to winning this Title would have been possible. My mother, who is the pride and joy of my life; she made this success and hopefully those to come in the future possible. I love her! Mr. Kirk Seetahal, he was responsible for the amazing designs I wore on the night. His creative and unique styles awarded me best carnival attire {costume} and best evening grown. He is also the one who thought me most of what I needed to know about the world of beauty pageants. Moreover, I must express sincere gratitude to Mr. Delon Walters; the man behind my talent display, that awarded me best talent. My brothers and sisters, my two handsome nephews, all my friends; they motivated me and pushed me to go for it {the title}.
HM: Thank you misses Charles
for taking the time to speak to us, we appreciate it very much. We wish you every success in all your endeavors.
Asheida: You are welcome. Thanks for having me.
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Making A Difference - Adrian Mitchell Youth SoccerAcademy Adrian Mitchell Youth Soccer Academy is a non- profit, non-governmental club established on September 1st 2005 in the community of River Sallee St. Patrick’s. It has a membership of fifty six young boys and girls between the ages of five years to eighteen years old. September 1st, 2005, St Patrick
The main aims and objectives of this club are: •
To nurture the youths in modern forms of football, both practical and theoretical.
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To nurture the youth academically.
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To help prevent the young people of the community from getting involved in violence, drugs, and crime.
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To secure scholarships for qualified young persons so that they can travel abroad to further their education and sporting career. Over the few years since the club was established it has seen its ups and downs, but with committed and dedicated people like the academy manager Mr. Adrian Mitchell and coach Mr. Clarke John along with the other executive members the group is well on its way to become a great success.
After these young people reach adulthood, they are not just left alone but are invited to join the adult football club called Hard Rock sports club. This club has been in existence from 1985 and has been one of the clubs that
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has nurtured lots of young people to be more positive and productive in the community. This club is also run by the same members of the academy. Currently the club has a membership of about forty members. Their main aim is to continue to nurture and influence these young men and women in sports, self-discipline and academic to better improve themselves. These clubs are mainly self-funded, with small support from other persons. There is always room for donor’s contributions. Contributions can be made in the form of monetary grants for field trips and tours or equipments and gears. Contributions can be made to: Adrian Mitchell Youth Soccer Academy / Hard Rock Sport Clubs, c/o Mr. Adrian Mitchell (manager), phone; 442 9545/ 538 6519 or Mr. Clarke John (coach)phone: 457 2102, River Sallee, St. Patrick, Grenada.
Sons Of Grenada’s First Female Calypso Monarch Making Strides In The Soca Arena Born in the historic parish of St. Patrick in the northern part of Grenada to the first female calypso monarch Cynthia Ogiste “Lady Cinty,” and Thompson Ogiste are two of Grenada’s most promising Soca artistes - Kellon and Kelson Ogiste, known in the Soca Arena as Luni Spark and Electrify respectively. Growing up in a quiet and humble environment in an atmosphere that breeds Soca and Calypso music, the brothers acquired an appreciation and love for the art form. After ensuring that education really formed the foundation of their future, Luni Spark and Electrify decided to endeavor into the Soca industry. It was Luni spark who made the first attempt at the Junior School Soca Monarch in 2002. He was followed by his brother Electrify, who in 2003 created an “upset” when he made it to the semi-final round of Soca Monarch. Empowered with a taste for competition and the love of family and fans, they continued on a separate level, writing songs and performing for their home crowd. It was in 2005, however, that the tables began to turn. Luni Spark decided to compose and record a variety of music, including a Dancehall track, which he performed in the Caribbean Star Search Competition in Antigua. On his return to Grenada, they decided that the two (2) would create a greater impact than just one, and so the electrifying duo was born. Their first major performance was at the National Groovy Monarch Competition in Grenada during Spice Mass 2k6, and what an impression they created with their hit-single: “Miss de Mass”. While they did not take the crown locally in that season, Luni Spark and Electrify went on to prove that they had what it took to be winners when they captured the Groovy Monarch title in New York in September of that same year.
dynamic duo’s winning streak for two consecutive years. At present Luni Spark and Electrify are working tirelessly to promote themselves for the up coming regional competitions, with greater emphasis being placed on the Trinidad and Tobago International Soca Monarch to be held February 20, 2009 as it will give them the muchneeded exposure to move forward in the industry. Soca lovers can prepare themselves for an outburst of natural energy that is synonymous with the names of the duo. The fusing of different genres of music together with their God-given talents, makes them versatile artistes and easily adaptable on the international market. Luni Spark and Electrify’s long-term’s goal in the entertainment industry is to become cultural ambassadors for Grenada, and to assist in placing the island at the top on the international scene musically. The duo is also putting on the front burner, the possibilities of doing collaborations with other artistes coupled with the release of their first reggae album in 2k8. Luni spark and Electrify are very proud of their achievements thus far, and their ability to write and part-produce their music. In their home country, they are dubbed as excellent entertainers with positive vibes, immense potential and endless energy when performing, yet humble.
After one (1) year of dedicated writing and rehearsing, the duo released their winning selection for Spice Mass 2k7 entitled: “High” which literally kept the Soca revelers soaring from the beginning of the Carnival season to the end; with the ultimate climax happening at Carnival City when Luni Spark and Electrify took the Soca Monarch title with a performance as never experienced in years. The crowning of Luni Spark and Electrify in 2007 created history as they became the first duo to be crowned kings of Soca Monarch in Grenada, which undoubtedly made them the overall favorites of Spice Mass 2k7. Among their other hits performed were ‘Coming Back’, ‘Somebody Say’, and ‘Home Sweet Home’. The following year, February 2008, Luni Spark and Electrify went on to give another electrifying performance at the International Soca Monarch in Trinidad. Only a few months later, they defended their crown at Grenada’s Spice Mass Celebration 2k8 where they created an incredible sensation that was rewarded with them again been crowned Grenada’s Soca Monarchs resulting in the
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How Much Sun Is Too Much? So we are in the tropics and no matter where we go there will always be hot sun. Right? Nice excuse for basking in this big ball of delight... But sun lovers we have news for you, that big gaseous globe does not only give you beautiful sun–kissed skin. But can also be life threatening. In fact statistics can show you how prevalent skin cancer has become in this generation; proof that our ozone layer is gradually weakening. This green house gas effect is fast becoming a real global crisis. The sun is needed on our planet life for flora and fauna, a good and natural source of energy, it fuels the eco-system and in turn keeps us in the balance, but too much of it can turn the ecological tables to disaster. This body of gas is estimated to be about 93 million miles away from planet earth, yet its UV and infrared rays can reach us with such intensity. Let’s narrow this problem down to just the human body, and how it is able to cope with the sun. In light of the problems that are associated with the sun, it is our body’s main source of vitamin D, along with the many other wonderful benefits. Which effects can be both desirable and undesirable. Of course it gives us that healthy glow and color once we expose ourselves to it in moderation but the flip side to that is the thin line that separates just the right amount of sun from too much. One of the most common effects is the unsightly sun burn. This takes effect when the suns heat dehydrates our cells causing it to age at a rapid pace, inducing the over production of melanin in the skin which gives us that brown or dark crusted look. The body does this to protect the younger cells bellow and to keep in whatever moisture is left in the skin to salvage. In some cases if the sun burn is not too serious the old cells just gradually shed of in a matter of days, some cases being more noticeable than others. Sun burns that are serious can first cause the skin to become red and inflamed leading to a persistent burning sensation that can be quit sensitive to the touch. Constant sun exposure of this magnitude can lead to Hyper or hypopigmentation a condition that comes about, after years of sun exposure. It is the discoloration of the skin on affected areas more noticeable on the cheeks, forehead and chest, appearing like brown spots or freckled like dots, some can be wider in diameter. For some the skin is discolored with a pigment lighter than the skins natural color usually whitish in appearance. These spots are commonly called age spots as they come about after some years well spent in the sun. Skin generally tends to age prematurely in severe conditions like extreme cold and hot weather. And persons with already aggravated skin having a condition or disorder, does not fair any better under heat. In fact these conditions are made worse overtime under sun exposure. For example; acne vulgaris, seborrhea, rosacea or psoriasis.
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These are just a few among many other skin related problems that can get worse under the sun. Skin sensitivity is heightened as areas that get constantly flushed become a network of hundreds of tiny broken blood vessels giving the skin red, pink or purple patches. This heat causes the skin to release much moisture, causing the skin to purge oil unto the surface in excessive amounts, in an attempt to seal in what ever moisture it has left. Also to protect it from bacterial invasion and environmental damage. A severe condition that is acquired after years of intense sun exposure coupled with a lack of care is called the “Hay flick Limit”. This is marked by the thickening of the skin, leather like to the touch with deep lines and discoloration. Once the skin has reached this state it is labeled irreparable. Another skin terror is the dreaded skin cancer, with the worse of them being malignant melanoma or basil cell carcinoma. It starts of as a tiny mole like blemish on the skin which before too long, takes over your entire system. It is noted as one of the world’s most common cancers affecting persons mostly in the tropical and temperate zones. This is why it is always wise to do
regular inspections of your body, noting any peculiarities. Other complications that can arise as a result of too much sun is worsened hyper-tension and hyper-ventilation, both leading to heat stroke. An indication of these can be severe headaches, blurred vision and problems breathing just to name a few. So before this happens please take heed to some of the ways you can get the best and not the worse out of the sun. One does not only have to take precaution when in the sun for long periods like the beach or on the bleachers looking at the games. Some form of protection must be applied to the skin everyday as long as we head out of our bedrooms in the morning. You would be amazed to know where the sun can find you.. That’s right! In the comfort of your own home, but there are many different ways to protect your skin from the sun. There is always the good old hat and umbrella to shade you from the mid–day heat. They serve to be very effective ways of escaping the blast of heat from above but not as good at protecting you from below, like the glare or reflection that may come from the sea or a distant roof top or the hood of a car nearby. Yes believe it! Even the reflection can burn you, so this is where your broad sun glasses comes in, to shield your eyes from the harmful glares which can cause future eye damage and sun block or sun screen to buffer the sun’s intensity. This however has to be reapplied every 2 hours as its intensity weakens when mingled with sweat and oils produced on the skin. Sun block (spf) is recommended for all skin types and colors as it can do the same amount of damage.
Men! Your skin is no different from women except for it being slightly thicker and oilier, which makes it even more important for you to wear sun protectors. In the tropics it is always wise to dress in light loose clothing, avoiding dark colors that absorbs heat and retains it. Recommended material can be cotton and or linen as they are light and conducts heat a lot better allowing the skin to breath. This brings me to water which is something that the body loses rapidly with heat through sweating, apart from our regular restroom visits. No wonder the body becomes dehydrated and calls for it, so let’s listen to by filling up. Remember we are made up of over 70% water and we are talking blood, lymph, digestive juices and enzymes, wet membranes and the list can go on. Finally there is abstinence, but of course no one wants to hear that! Where ever or when ever you can avoid the sun, do it. Later on as you get older you will certainly not regret it. The best times to be out in the sun can be from 5:30 to 9:30 am and then at 4:30 to 7:30 pm. At these specific times the sun is not directly blasting full force at you, so you can enjoy a full serving of gentle warmth. As an Esthetician, meeting clients’ everyday with sun related problems, tells me how much we need to be educated about it. Clients are usually grateful and in most cases these sun related problems can be reversed. Be sure to check your skin care specialist or dermatologist for further advice as well as the internet which has a wealth of information just waiting for you. Shana Jawahir /Esthetician
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Helvellyn Pottery Helvellyn House is a traditional country home and gardens situated in La Fortune, St. Patrick, constructed by my grandfather Alister Glean in the 1930’s has been the home of my family for the last ten years. The idea for this project had been around for sometime before it actually started. We were told on many occasions that the clay on the island was not a very good source for pottery and it would have to be imported. However the idea kept nagging at us. We eventually had some clay tested in Morocco, a leading country in pottery, and were told that the clay was usable and even of good quality. This of course made us even more excited. The next six months was spent preparing. A wooden hut was built at the base of Helvellyn House. Manual potter wheels were built from large electricity cable wheels. A gas kiln was also constructed by a SEDU consultant from Barbados We have had professional potters and clay experts from Morocco on different occasions who helped set up the project and then to assist in product development and training program. In June 2006 we had our official opening, by which we had created many items of various styles. We used Moroccan styles and experimented using local designs. Also developing items that were used by our ancestors, such as the goblets that kept water cool. However at this point the search for local clay was still at large. We were using clay from Guyana. Our search led us all around the island e.g. Grand Etang, Union, Seven Sisters, Pearls. In February 2007 we found the mix of which we have produced pieces as big as six feet tall (the size of our kiln) also pots for cooking either on an open fire or in the oven and now, we only use the local clay. As a learning centre we have had persons who learnt
about the painting, glazing and mixing of clay. We have had many schools visit the site to learn of the process from mud to pot. Potting is a little more difficult and needs a lot of patience. However we want to encourage youngsters with a love for art to come and learn. We have done a clay workshop at one of our local schools where we brought the clay to them for each student to create a piece of their own. Persons have also become interested in our clay for medicinal uses such as body wrapping, skin exfoliation, and extraction of body toxins. At present we are a workshop that produces a variety of pieces. We have decorative pieces, large and small flowerpots (clay pots are recommended instead of plastic as it allows the roots to breathe and be kept cool.), cooking ware, incense and mosquito holders, etc. We have also expanded in forged iron works. This came as a result of creating clay products that needed wrought iron accessories. This is also a predominant Moroccan craft and again want to extend this art to young enthusiasts. At present we have one trainee from the IMANI program and another who has moved over from the pottery. We are hoping with positive response we should shortly be able to expand our trainee team. So far we create pieces such as table sets, vanities, shelving units, bar stools, gates and marble tables of mosaic designs. Karen Maaroufi
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Bring Life Back To Sauteurs The Tequilla Sunrise Sports Bar And Jazz Club Born in the parish of St. Patrick’s, Kenneth Lewis spent his early years living in the village of Chantimelle and attending the Grenada Boys Secondary School in St. Georges. During those years he had a passion for mathematics as well as an athletic side. He excelled in long distance running. During his adolescent years, he migrated to the United States, with the assistance of family to further his education and to begin a working career. With his passion for mathematics, he focused on an accounting career and was successful in obtaining his B.S. and Master’s degree in Accounting. He utilized his skills and was employed to work by the State of New York. He also started an individual accounting practice. Returning to his home often, he soon began to dream of a business venture in the parish of St. Patrick. His dreams were to open a social club which would help revive the parish and create employment opportunities for the local residents. Kenneth’s idea was to create an environment where people can come and enjoy good food, at a good price and enjoy good music. The club would serve
as a palace where residents, visitors and tourists can come and relax in a peaceful atmosphere. He is determined to make a trip through low town Sauteurs not just another trip, but a trip to look forward to. This venture started approximately three years ago, after much speculation and the support of the residents of Sauteurs and surrounding, The Tequila Sunrise Sports Bar and Jazz Club is now open to the public. Within the month of the opening, the response has been overwhelming. The kind and supportive response to the club has been an encouragement. That said, there is a space that is currently vacant on the bottom level of the club and Mr. Lewis is thinking of utilizing that space for an outlet for youths to gather, socialize and show off their many talents. Although this project is in the formative stages, there are high hopes for continued support and success. It would be an avenue where our young people too can come and be creative and focus their energy on something positive. Kenneth feels good to come back to the Spice Isle, especially St. Patrick to make a contribution, by doing something that the people appreciate.
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Hott Health & Fitness Diet Don’t Starve People are always advised to eat a balanced diet but dieticians will tell you that there is no blanket balance diet. Dietary requirements will be different for the bank manager and the construction worker; and the electrician. In a perfect balanced diet the contents of your diet is determined by the by the kind of activities you are involved in on a daily basis and any special requirements you may have. However, since most of us don’t have either the time or the expertise to design the perfect diet for every meals there are some universal rules that can be followed which may not constitute a perfectly balanced diet but the best one under the circumstances. While dieting is important for optimum health many people embark on diet specifically to lose weight or to maintain weight. One of the most common mistakes made with regard to dieting for weight loss is starving oneself. I often hear people boasting that they skip breakfast in order to control their weight or that they eat one meal a day. Big mistake! that does more harm than good. To begin with you never, under any circumstances skip breakfast, by far the most important meal of the day. In fact breakfast should be the heaviest meal of the day because not only does it give you the energy and nutrition to start and go through the day but also enough time to burn extra calories especially carbohydrates. Dieting does not mean starving or even necessarily eating less it simply means eating differently. You change the contents of your meals and the manner in which you eat them. You replace your carbs and fats especially simple carbs with fruits, vegetable and other low fat high fiber
foods. In addition it is preferable to front load your carbs which means eat all your carbohydrates-which should be mainly complex carbs-that you need in your diet during the first half of the day and do not touch them after. Now back to the mistake of starving rather than dieting. When you skip meals and the body realizes it is going low on nutrition it goes into preservation mode that means it takes step to conserve whatever food is left by slowing down metabolism and changing to fat whatever it has in preparation for staying alive as long as possible. In addition the more you starve and get hungry the food the body will crave most is carbohydrates and it is a craving that is extremely difficult to ignore. Now when you do eat after this period of denial because you are so hungry you will likely eat a large meal. In this case the body does not compensate for the fact that you had not eaten for the day and metabolizes the whole meal it simply uses what is usually enough for you and stores the rest as fat as usual. So starving yourself may encourage weight gain rather that weight loss. Years ago the cardinal sin in diet was eating between the three main meals; breakfast lunch and dinner. It is now universally agreed that for optimum health it is important to snack almost constantly. In fact one should never allow oneself to get hungry. Between five and seven small meals a day is recommended rather than three big ones. By nibbling on low fat healthy snacks throughout the day you keep your metabolic system continually active maximizing fat burning. In other words you must stoke you metabolic furnace constantly for best performance. One word of warning, don’t try to drastically change your diet suddenly. Take it gradually to ensure that you maintain the change. You may even need to cheat now and then when the urge is great and eat a little bit of you old favorite fatty foods but please no too often. As far as exercise is concerned they fall into two main categories; aerobic or fat burning exercises and anaerobic or muscle building and toning exercises. Some exercise fall into both categories like many exercises involving weights. Weight training is very important to the total fitness regimen. You don’t have to lift as if you are training for Mr. Olympia but once you join a gym with competent and well trained instructors along with a wide range of instrument and equipment like Body Image at the Excel
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Plaza the instructors will design a program to suit your needs and meet the goal you are seeking. The midsection is the area of greatest concern and the most difficult to keep a handle on or off (pardon the pun). This area requires a mixture of aerobic and anaerobic exercise for the best beach appearance. Many people do hundreds of crunches and complain that that they are not fat burning exercises and will not cover your abs. Even if you do enough crunches to build rock hard abs and do no exercise to burn fat your abs will be hidden under a layer of fat so you must do both to expose your six pack.
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Remember sticking to a diet and exercise regimen takes discipline and do not expect phenomenal overnight results. The results will come over time so do not get discourage if after a few weeks you do not see results. As a matter of fact sometimes you even put on weight before you begin to lose especially if you are into a weight training program because muscle is heavier than fat. So stick to it, the benefit is yours and those who want you around alive and healthy for a long time.
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Our Perilous Cultural Crisis In Grenada today we are faced with the serious threats to the tranquil and peaceful way of life that benefits this beautiful island. There seems to be a widespread breakdown in the mores of the society that shows its ugly head at all levels. The recent out break of violence, including fatalities, has caught our attention. Increasing rate of suicide among the young suggests deep social pathology. Add to all this the stress of our limited economic fortunes and the annual fearful shadow of a natural disaster under which we live, it is small wonder that we have become a society on edge. We are too eager to fight, cheat, blame or curse our way to satisfaction rather than patiently search for amicable avenues to resolve our problems. How, when and why did this ubiquitous crudeness creep into the sanctity of our tradition? Interesting solutions to all this madness have surfaced from many quarters. But do we really understand this problem? Although treating the symptoms of a disease usually brings temporary relief, the illness may well become even worse. A scientific approach demands analysis and diagnosis before any remedy is prescribed. Considering the gravity of the problem, the society is in need of a top to bottom repair. There is too much corruption, too much dishonesty, too much greed, too much disrespect, too much laziness and too little regard for law and order. All this cannot be laid at the feet of the youth in the
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society. Their behavior mirrors that of society itself. No doubt they are pushed over the top by the influence of alcohol, drugs, unsavory foreign films, TV shows and internet feed. Certainly the blame must be shared by everyone. It is an insult to our ancestors that we allow many of many important, authentic historical sites to be plundered or to languish in decay. It is an insult too that we know very little about our ancestors and the rich legacy that they left to help us. Meanwhile we seem content to adopt foreign attitudes and method to dominate our lives. Without a cultural identity our compass is broken. Yet we sail on ignorant of the ancient wisdom written in the stars to guide us. Perhaps it is enough to hang our hopes on the adage that God takes care of children and fools. In reality, with our relatively small population and our limited resources, we are basically a huge village. Yet we function within a complex political system that mimics any large, rich country. Unfortunately that very system, wonderful as it is, seems to send us headlong into a vicious adversarial disposition. We forget sometimes that we live on a tiny island that is vulnerable to the dangers of natural disaster. In addition, if we take the time to trace our heritage far back enough, we will find that we are all blood relatives. So why do we not love each other better. Our present attitudes have been shaped by the long succession of several negative experiences. These include the horror of slavery, the humiliation of a stolen legacy, the arrogance of colonialism, a failed federation and a painful revolution. We never took the time to deprogram ourselves from the mental ravages of those milestone passages. Now we are engulfed in the euphoria of being a young nation trying to find our way without ever establishing a true cultural identity. That is a fatal mistake. Some fifty years ago Franz Fanon warned against this and more recently Cheikh Ante Diop did the same. Indeed what we may be really experiencing is a cultural identity crisis generated by the lessening of the distinct factor of history, language and psychology. Those essential disciplines contain the building blocks of a whole some cultural identity. If everyone’s own cultural emanates from a clear and well accepted vision of who we are as a people, where we are heading and who we interact we will be well on the road to recovery. In essence if we share a common cultural identity we could be all that we wish to be. That appears somewhat easy and, indeed, it is if we atop ignoring our history and stop pretending that we have no psychological bruises. The challenge is deciding how to construct a cultural identity and how to make it universally acceptable. A suggested blueprint for such a cultural identity could be based on some basic principles as follows: •
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Plotting a course for the future
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Being hardworking and progressive
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Being God-fearing and clean
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Being kind and supportive
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Being courteous and friendly
All this is not very much to ask of our fellow villagers. As a matter of fact we had most of these before when our great grandparents were forced to cling to each other and care for each other to survive in a hostile and brutal society. Now that we are free, must we choose to walk away from those admirable principles? No doubt we would need several experts to help in designing a meaningful and useful blueprint. However
it is encouraging to note this little Grenada and its Diaspora, has an abundance of brilliant minds that could be summoned to that task. Ironically, a confident, peaceful, gracious and caring cultural identity will pay huge economic dividends as we engage an abrasive world that is it itself in search of that very special human oasis. But first we must agree on a clear and common vision of ourselves that permeates all aspects of our lives, our constitution and our laws. Everything we do should be congruent with our cultural identity. Thus we will have less to disagree and fight about. All we have to do is to convince ourselves and our children that this is a better way to live in the neighborhood, at work, at school, at church and everywhere. Lawton J. Pierre, DDS
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Hott Street Talk Faith is a walk in the dark with your hands firmly planted in the hands of GOD whom you cannot see. So why walk in the dark and stumble when you can hold onto the only one who never stumbles. Think about it. Julie Ann Thomas River Sallee, St.Patrick
Being a teenager is not easy. If you are making a difference, expect criticism, but remember you are now at that distinguished age where you can make decision that could affect the rest of you life. So make the right choices and Live by your own principles and not by other people’s opinions of you. With every thing you do, put GOD first and you can never go wrong. Ranesha Pope A KA Precious River Sallee St. Patrick
I love going fun places and interacting with people. One of the greatest thing in life is being yourself. Don’t let anybody tell you that you cannot be whatever you want to be, because with hard work and determination the sky is the limits. Shari Belfon Diego Piece, St. Mark
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The argument is always the same: you yell about something, he or she yells back. If you’ve ever raised a hand or wanted to hit someone, you’re are not alone, but you absolutely cannot do that. If you do then you have crossed the line. If you are hurt, enraged and wants to hit, your best and safest option is to give yourself a time-out. Walk away and calm down. Then you will have no regrets. Remember anger is normal. But rage is dangerous. Learn to take control before you regret it. Try it.
Hasim Baptiste A.K.A Timmy River Sallee, St. Patrick
Life is a blessing and we must appreciate it. Live life to the fullest. Never let anyone put you down. Remember you are a blessing from God and who God Bless, No man curse. Camille Peters Dunfermline, St. Andrew
I am involved in the music industry for over 22 years and am the proud owner of GP Records in America. The best thing about owning you own label is that you can produce you own music. I am now working on my album and it would be out in the New Year. Don’t let anyone tell you what you can or cannot do, have faith, stay strong, believe in yourself and you can achieve anything you set your mind on doing. Adrian Mac Millian A.K.A Pepper Grenville, St. Andrew
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Through your faith in God you become a better person of significance, importance and, magnitu de. When you think evil is conquering you, you can take the upper hand by refusing to sink to its level. Remember God watches you so he can find just the right ways to use your faithful heart, and committed outlook in
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this world that were living in. That should be for this time of the year and, all year around. Merry Christmas and a Bright and Prosperous New Year Aisha Jamila Williams Receptionist/ Public Relations personnel Grand Bras, Grenville St. Andrew
Hard working and discipline are quite a few words that describe me. I am a well rounded young lady both academically and athletically. I am originally from Chantimelle, St. Patrick’s, but now reside at La.Fillette, St Andrew’s. My word of advice to the youths is to focus on your goals and work hard towards achieving them. To do that you must believe in yourself, putting GOD first in everything. Be a role model, and most important be discipline in everything you do. Remember with hard work and determination you can achieve your final destination to success. Tinnica Beharry Student La Fillette St. Andrew
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Conservation of Sea Turtles and their Ha Green turtle swimming in the Tobago Cays Marine Protected Area (SVG)
The beaches of Carriacou are the nesting ground of three species of sea turtles: Leatherback, Hawksbill and Green. The coastal areas of Carriacou are also the foraging grounds of Hawksbill, Green and Loggerhead turtles Leatherback and Hawksbill are classified as Critically Endangered Species (in the last three generations their global population has declined by 80%) and are facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild. Green and Loggerhead are listed as Endangered Species (in the last three generations the global population has been reduced by 50%) and are facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
Checks & Balances and Role of Marine Turtles
Post nesting Leatherback turtle in Anse La Roche beach
Hawksbill rescued, tagged & released
Marine turtles are now known to fulfill important multiple roles in the marine ecosystem, benefiting the biodiversity of marine life as well as humans. For example, jellyfish are part of their staple diet (the main diet for Leatherback turtles) and a dramatic decline in sea turtle population has brought worldwide a jellyfish overpopulation explosion with dramatic losses for world fisheries. This is because jellyfish mainly feed on fish larvae and, for lack of the counterbalance predation by turtles, jellyfish reduce the population growth of commercially important fish species, such as yellow fin tuna. Hawksbill turtles help reef fish to feed by dislodging pieces of sponges turtles feed on from coral surfaces; in turn, reef creatures (e.g. ‘grazers’ such as Parrot Fish, and Sea Urchins) keep the reef clean and healthy limiting the excessive encroachment of algae, leaving wiped rocks for the establishment of new coral colonies. When Grazers and Sea Urchins disappear, algae take over the coral ecosystem choking the reef. When algae take over, they become toxic for grazers and sea urchins to feed on, causing an irreversible imbalance in the reef ecosystem.
Loggerhead turtle rescued, tagged & released by Kido
Healthy coral reefs, in a symbiotic and mutual exchange of services, offer shelter and food to thousands of species of reef fish, sponges, polyps and other marine creatures; moreover, reefs act as protective barriers against beach and coastal erosion by absorbing the energy of ocean waves. Green turtles help to maintain coastal sea grass beds health by trimming the longer leaves. Coastal sea grass beds are nursery and feeding ground for hundreds of species of small coastal fish and crustaceans. Sea grass
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beds also trap soil sediments washed off the land or mangroves, resulting in better water clarity and light access for corals ecosystems. Healthy sea grass beds also act as stabilizers of the coastline. Myriads of sea grass roots effectively hold the sand substrates together, preventing extensive shifting of sands during storms and therefore limiting the pace of erosion of our coasts.
Threats Sea turtles, after managing to share Planet Earth with the Dinosaurs and live for more than a hundred million years, are facing fast extinction mainly caused by human interventions: •
Thousands of accidental catches and deaths by commercial long-line fishing
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Intentional catches for local consumption and illegal export
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Coastal developments encroach and destroy marine natural habitats
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Pollution of the ocean (chemicals and heavy metals enter and remain in the turtles’ flesh, often producing tumors in sea turtles and tons of plastics discarded in the ocean cause direct death of turtles who mistakenly eat them as jellyfish)
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Uncontrolled and excessive speed of coastal boating
Threats to human health Eating turtle meat and eggs has long been a traditional practice in Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. Eggs are mythically thought to be aphrodisiac by some local men, when in reality, according to medical doctors, their consumption increases considerably cholesterol level and may be connected with prostate illness in men. Even more alarming, researchers now show that sea turtles accumulate in their flesh high levels of heavy metals and poisons such as mercury, lead, arsenic and cadmium, because their coastal feeding grounds are polluted by these dangerous substances and enter the food system of fish and all other creatures: a similar poisoning process makes much tuna unsafe to eat. Numerous sea turtles have developed tumors (internal and external), yet some of these unhealthy animals have been discovered for sale at local fish markets.
Legislation Unfortunately, in spite of the fact that turtle meat is
abitat in Carriacou no longer safe for human consumption and despite the threat of extinction of marine turtles, killing sea turtles is still legal in the State of Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. The turtle hunting season, from September 1st to April 30th, is the longest of all nations in the world, 8 months. Although turtles less than 25 Lbs, the huge Leatherback and all turtle eggs are legally protected all year round, egg poaching and illegal catches are widespread also during the closed hunting season. There is an urgent need of a new comprehensive update of the present legislation to protect sea turtles from extinction in the waters of Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique, preferably in coordination with other progressive island states legislations in the Caribbean. This is relevant because sea turtles are migratory creatures and may be born in Grenada and graze for years in Florida or Guatemala and vice versa. Their protection needs to be enforced locally and regionally at the same time. The long-line fishing ships that kill thousand of migrating mature turtles are often registered in far away states, though their actions affect the Caribbean Sea.
Kido Foundation Conservation Since 1994, Kido Foundation, a local Ngo, started to protect sea turtles and their habitats, through field conservation activities with specialists and volunteers, developing training courses and carrying out environmental education programs in schools.
Nesting Sea Turtle Monitoring From March to October, Kido carries out a Nesting and Hatching Sea Turtle Monitoring and Tagging Program comprising the High North proposed National Park beaches in northern Carriacou. Following WIDECAST (Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Conservation Network) protocol, Kido Teams of local guides & volunteers patrol the beaches at night and early mornings, protecting nesting sea turtles and their eggs from poachers and collecting data for the regional conservation network (WIDECAST /UWI / Grenada Fisheries Department).
Sea Turtle Rescue & Release From September 1st to April 30th, Kido rescues, tags and releases Sea Turtles caught by fishermen nets, if these are sold to Kido alive and unharmed. With this program, which is sustained by private donations, Kido Rescue Team purchases the turtles from the fishermen, tags, measures and releases them in safer waters. Fishermen pledged not to hold the tagged turtles again. Since 2003, Kido has rescued 236 sea turtles (Hawksbill, Green, Loggerhead and two Leatherbacks).
Sea Turtle Nesting Habitat Conservation: beaches and mangroves Under the newly 2008 elected administration in Grenada the government has declared illegal any sand mining. For decades legal and illegal sand mining (which have the same adverse consequences on the environment) have been the major cause of accelerated coastal erosion in Carriacou; the loss of sand-mined coastline to the sea action in certain areas was recorded at 30 feet per year! Such uncontrolled sand mining, up to the end of August 2008, depleted several nesting turtle beaches to a very poor natural habitat; in fact, in several cases entire sandy beaches and coastal fish habitat have long disappeared to advancing muddy waters. Aware of such destruction and to counter such negative effects, Kido, since 1994, developed educational programs and site projects to plant mangroves in damaged coastal areas within the High North Proposed National Park, with the professional assistance of Dr. Gregg E. Moore, wetlands specialist at the University of New Hampshire, USA. Many of the early seedlings planted are now fully
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developed trees 15 feet tall, repopulating a mangrove area destroyed by hurricane Janet in 1955. Mangroves roots are great stabilizers of the shoreline ecosystems, buffering the coast from tropical storms, tsunami and hurricanes by absorbing powerful wave energy and breaking high winds. Furthermore, mangroves provide shelter and safe breeding ground for marine micro organisms, several species of fish and crustaceans, as well as a nursery for coastal marine birds. Acting like fingers of a same hand, beaches, mangroves, coral reefs and sea grass beds interact to maintain a balanced coastal marine ecosystem and clusters of islands such as Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique depend on the health and sustainable productivity of such systems. Kido continues the restoration and conservation of threatened coastal habitats in Carriacou through the planting of mangroves. In 2005-2006, with the help of UNDP (United Nation Development Program) funds and in collaboration with Dr. Moore and local stakeholders, a series of experimental encasements of newly planted red mangrove seedlings was placed directly in high erosion muddy waters along the coast; the monitoring of growing plants and data collection of the experiment are still ongoing.
There is much need for adequate education of children and adults about the threats marine turtles are facing and the benefits they generate for humans when they are alive and healthy. Kido educational activities take place in primary and secondary schools, local communities, hosting summer camps for children and teenagers. The teaching tools consist of original audio-video presentations describing the local environment and biodiversity and related conservation issues; original production of posters, radio eco-ads, school essays competition, songs and popular puppet theatre shows. In 2006 - 2008, funded by The Nature Conservancy, UNDP, WSPA (World Society for the Protection of Animals), Kido produced and aired local radio ads and songs on whales, sea turtles, mangroves, beaches and biodiversity conservation; carried a national sea turtle conservation campaign through school presentations, posters and a Puppet Show called “The Magical Adventure of Turtle Kido” and produced a second Puppet Show on whale conservation called “Brothers for Whales”.Kido Junior Conservation Team, (age 9-14) of Carriacou & Grenada, acted and sang in the plays.
The Future The future for a small island state such as Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique much depends on the awareness among their citizens of the importance to preserve its natural environment in a sustainable way. In times of global economic crisis, a small island state can not only hope to survive, but look forward to live well if it manages to reduce its need of importation of
Training and Education Kido trains local persons in nesting sea turtle monitoring and data collection as well as mangrove restoration techniques. Several locally trained “Turtle Guides” have been and are employed in sea turtle monitoring season and continue to monitor and protect two different coastal sites where red mangroves were planted as part of coastal restoration. Small Kido expeditions comprising of volunteering visitors, guides and students plant new trees in depleted sites, keeping the replenishment of mangroves an ongoing reality.
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costly foods and goods and develops sustainably its own renewable resources and assets, in particular reducing its dependence on fossil fuel energy and concurrently developing autonomy in adequately feeding its people. Such vision requires a shift in the way productions and import/export networks have been organized to date. Developing local small size business enterprises, cooperatives, organic agriculture and protecting the natural environment will fortify a small state economy. The good future may be well enhanced by tapping into the international Nature Park Tourism network, which attracts visitors looking for unspoiled nature, where they can see turtles swimming in the sea, colored reef fish thrive in healthy corals, iguanas hang on trees along nature trails in the forest, opossum nest in tree holes and large land tortoises wander about in the Protected National Parks; where visitors and islanders may enjoy local food under the shade of centenary trees; where birds nest and feed around them undisturbed; where pelicans and boobies can be spotted diving for small fish near shore and migratory species, such as large sea turtles, returning, year after year, to their native beach to lay their eggs at night. This wonder world costs nothing to people, it sustains it self if only we let it happen. Wildlife and its natural habitats encourage the
development of the fastest growing sector of tourism, Eco-Tourism: visiting eco-tourists contribute to our economy without destroying our natural resources. The natural wonders to see are here already and they only need and deserve our meaningful protection, our awareness of the complex fragility of biodiversity; especially in the context of today’s planetary ecological disruption. In October 2008 the first Marine Protected Area (MPA) was officially established in Carriacou. We hope that Sandy Island and Oyster Bed MPA represents a concrete step toward the implementation of serious conservation policies for Carriacou Island. Other proposed protected areas, such as the High North proposed National Park and the southern Grenadines Marine Protected Areas are still waiting, since 1988, to be declared officially as National Parks. These all deserve equal attention and they too can be productive economic engines for Grenada. The official declaration by Government of national parks and marine protected areas are very important, yet they are only the first step. The understanding of the importance and irreplaceable value of these natural oases by the majority of users is the key for the successful implementation of the conservation and sustainable development policies. For more information on Kido conservation activities contact kido-ywf@spiceisle.com
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Local Craftsmen Test, as Mike is affectionately known by everyone, is a well skilled and hard working young craftsman. He has been doing craft for over fifteen years; he is reliable and trustworthy and always ensures that his product is of the best quality. So when you purchase an item from Test you can be guaranteed that you are receiving the best. When you are in Grenville visit Test or give him a call on 1473–538–5540
Native Grenadian and master craftsman Anthony Glassgow, affectionately known as Rastaman, has being making traditional crafts and jewelry for over twenty five years. Hand-made without any power tools, the crafts and jewelry are suitable for both locals and visitors, with varieties of colors and styles fitted for any occasion. He is located at the Vendors Mall in Grenville, St. Andrew. Phone 403 7506.
Local craftsman Wendell C Charles has been in this business for over ten years. With his unique styles and obvious talent he has become a pioneer in his field. He has showcased his talents in various exhibitions locally and has recently showcased them in St.Vincent. So when you are in need of some beautiful jewelry you can check out Wendell on the sidewalk in Grenville or call him on 1473-419 -5431. Hayden and Cakeman have been in this business for as long as they can remember. For them it is not just a job, but it is a passion which they were born for. They create the most beautiful leather slippers and sandals and also do all types of repair on shoes. So if you in need of some shoes repairs or want to purchase a pair of sandal or slipper check out Hayden and Cakeman Shoes Shop in Petit Bacaye, Westerhall, St. David, or call them on 1–473– 443 5510 /457 4211
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Hott Health Tip What is diabetes mellitus?
What are the risk factors?
Diabetes mellitus is a common chronic non-communicable disease worldwide, including Grenada and the rest of the Caribbean. There are over 150 million persons worldwide who have diabetes. In Grenada, the numbers are not known, but it is also very common, most persons have a family member or know of a close friend who has diabetes. It is also known as “sugar” in many communities.
What are the risk factors for diabetes mellitus? They are as follows: age > 45 years; first degree relative with type 2 diabetes, certain ethnic backgrounds such as Blacks or Hispanic; history of gestational diabetes or delivering an infant greater than 9 pounds; polycystic ovary syndrome; overweight especially central abdominal obesity and cardiovascular disease such as hyperlipdemia, hypertension or metabolic syndrome.
There are several subtypes of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and gestational or diabetes in pregnant women. According to the American Diabetic Association diabetes mellitus is defined in several ways: 1) fasting plasma glucose which is greater than or equal to 126 mg/dL, 2) a random or nonfasting plasma glucose greater than or equal to 200 mg/dL or 3) a 2 hour post oral glucose tolerance test plasma glucose greater than or equal to 200 mg/dL. A patient with plasma glucose between 110 and 126 mg/dL will be defined as having impaired fasting glucose.
What causes diabetes mellitus?
What are the signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus? The signs and symptoms of diabetes are drinking excessively (polyuria), urinating several times at nights (nocturia), eating excessively (polyphagia) and weight loss. On physical exam there may be signs of dehydration, oral thrush, tenting of skin, skin changes consistent with diabetes or a non-healing ulcer.
What are the complications when diabetes is not diagnosed and controlled? It is important to minimize the risk of development of complications through proper control of blood glucose levels. These are heart disease and stroke, hypertension, blindness, nephropathy or kidney damage leading to kidney failure and dialysis, amputations, dental disease and complications of pregnancy. In fact, heart disease and stroke account for 65% of the deaths in persons with diabetes. It has also been found in recent times that diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among adults aged 20-74 years. It is the leading cause of kidney failure accounting for up to 44% of new cases every year. About 60-70% of persons with diabetes have some degree of damage to the nervous system ranging from peripheral neuropathy (numbness and pain in the legs) to gastroparesis (slow movement of food through the stomach) and carpal tunnel syndrome
How is diabetes diagnosed? It is often picked up incidentally during routine physical exam screening. The diabetes has been present for 4-7 years before diagnosis. The diagnosis of diabetes will depend on blood tests. This will check for blood glucose levels, kidney function, including protein and glucose in the urine.
How is diabetes treated? It is due to several mechanisms. Type 1 presents at an earlier age and it is an autoimmune disease where the pancreas is destroyed and so insulin is not produced as it should. The pancreas plays a major role in the regulation of blood glucose levels. It only accounts for 10-15% of all diabetes. Type 2 diabetes often presents in 40-50’s. It accounts for 85-90% of all diabetes cases. It is due to insulin resistance and a deficiency of insulin. Gestational as the name suggests is due to diabetes occurring during pregnancy.
Diabetes is treated with both lifestyle changes and medications. Most persons will need medication for the rest of their lives. By sticking to the treatment plan, you will be able to remain active and live longer with a smaller chance of developing complications. The goal is to get your fasting blood glucose to less than 126 mg/dL. A healthy lifestyle can be achieved by maintaining healthy eating choices, doing adequate physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, stop smoking and managing stress.
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A healthy eating plan means eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy low salt, nuts, fish and poultry. It is important to eat less red meat, added sugar, sweetened beverages or sodas as this can lead to significant benefit to the patient. Part of the overall plan includes limiting your alcohol intake. For men, this means no more than two drinks per day and for women no more than one drink per day. The drinks cannot be saved up for the weekend to have on Friday or Saturday evenings. Physical exercise is important in lowering blood sugar levels. This means about 30 minutes of exercise almost everyday of the week. Moderate intensity exercise is recommended and can include walking, swimming, jogging and gardening. The maintenance of a healthy weight is important to control your blood sugar and reduce the risk of complications. The goal is to have a BMI or Body Mass Index between 18-25 which is normal; it means your weight is appropriate for your height. However, a BMI between 26-30 means that the individual is overweight and over 30 means that the person is obese.
Can herbs be used to treat DM? Certain herbs have been shown to have glucose lowering properties. These include cinnamon and ginseng. These herbs can contribute to lowering the glucose in small amounts, but they will not heal or cure the glucose. They should also not be looked at as a replacement for medications. There is no evidence based on studies that other herbs have an effect on glucose levels, so these
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should be used only after consulting with your doctor for there might other side effects which will lead to other complications.
Living with Diabetes Mellitus It is important to take steps to prevent diabetes if you have risk factors such as a family history of diabetes or are overweight through adequate exercise and a health diet, persons will be able to delay the onset of diabetes by several years. If you already have diabetes then you also have to follow a healthy lifestyle through adequate exercise and a healthy diet to ensure that the glucose remains controlled. This will be in conjunction with medications that have been prescribed by your doctor. It is important to take your medication every day as prescribed for the doctor. The medication will control but will not cure the diabetes. As a result, missing days when the numbers look good will actually do more harm than good. It is also necessary to check your blood glucose at home in addition to the doctors’ office. This is taking charge of the diabetes yourself and playing an active role in treating it. In conclusion, it is a collaborative effort between yourself and the doctor to maintain adequate control of the diabetes, so visit your doctor regularly and take ownership of your diabetes. Dr Nicole Perrotte
Home Home Décor Décor Christmas Decorating Can Be Fun And Easy When You Live On A Tropical Island It is the time of the year again when we want to make our homes lovely for the holiday season. With family dinners and friendly get togethers, it can be a good time to get imaginative and make your home a showcase of beauty.
Helena’s Ocean View Restaurant & Bar Located in the north of the island surrounded by history is one of Grenada most beautiful and delicious restaurant.
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In North America and Europe the Christmas tree is the focal point, but with pine trees not as available in the Caribbean there are plenty of other ways to decorate. There is nothing prettier than a palm tree lined with white lights on the front lawn.
Helena’s Ocean View Restaurant & Bar awaits you.
With the beauty of nature all around us in the Caribbean it is easy to bring in the Christmas colors. Try gathering a spray of Heliconia backing it with palm leaves and tying it with gold ribbon and hanging it on the front door. Or you may want to
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make a wreath of ivy and add red Ixoria. When you travel Salisbury road to by pass Grenville there is a hedge of red Ixoria that always makes you thinks of Christmas.
the beauty that you are surrounded with. Enjoy friends and family as we celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.
A center piece for the table always adds to the ambiance of the holiday dinner. A bouquet of Ginger and Heliconia makes a statement on any dining table. Add some green leaves from any available plant. Adding some white Frangipani will add contrast and a lovely fragrance. Red Anthuriums are also nice for arrangements and will last for a couple of weeks.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
If you do not have easy access to the flowers I have mentioned, what about fruits and vegetables. Fill a clear bowl with green bananas and add some red tomatoes for a splash of color. Limes and cherries could also be used. A combination of fruits and vegetables with flowers gives endless possibilities for decorating your home. Poinsettia bushes are a Christmas favorite and small potted poinsettia plants are a nice addition to the home this time of year. What ever you do to decorate this holiday season be thankful to God for all
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Email any decorating question, I will try and answer them in the next issue of Hott Magazine. sallyinteriors@aol.com Sally Carpenter
Youth With A Mission Youth with A Mission began in 1960 when God placed a vision for World Evangelism on the heart of a man named, Loren Cunningham. He felt called to encourage and incorporate the youth of the world in spreading the gospel. However as the years have gone by, more and more families and retirees have joined the ranks. Youth With a mission is an international, interdenominational Christian missions organization, focused on spreading the gospel through their Mercy Ministry, Evangelism and Training (The University of the Nations). At present, Youth With A Mission has been established in 170 nations, with 1000 locations (campuses and ministry centres) globally. There are about 20,000 long-term missionaries. The University of the nations is head-quartered in Hawaii, but has several ‘branches’ globally. They offer Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees, in courses like Media/Filmmaking, Primary Health Care, the Arts to name a few. Youth With A Mission has been in Grenada for the past 20 years, since 1987. We initially started in the Sauteurs community working with the children and youth and later relocated to Madey’s, St.Patricks, setting up a base there. We have been partnering with the local churches on the Island to see change come to the nation. Although each Youth With a Mission base has the same goal of world evangelization they each have different visions for the countries they are based in. Youth With A MissionGrenada, seeks to see transformation in individuals, communities and nations. This transformation is holistic: spiritual, physical, emotional, mental and social.
My name is Marsha Pascal from Grenada. I am 23years old. I am at present attending Youth With a Mission. I grew up in an extended family, where my grandmother sent me to church. I only went because I was sent. In my secondary school years I used to talk about God but I did not have a relationship with Him. I was using God for what I could get from Him. When I was about to write my CXC exams I told Him if He helped me pass my subjects I would serve Him. But He is God and we can’t fool Him. He knew that I was lying. Well to make a long story short, I only passed four of my ten subjects. I felt betrayed, but in retrospect, God had my best interest at heart. He knew that if I got all my subjects I would not serve Him. I was accepted in the T.A. Marryshow Community College and in my first semester I gave my life to Christ. My Christian life was going great. God was opening doors for me in ministry and I was doing well. However, I also went through some testing and trials, at home and at college. But I was not depending on God totally, and leaned on my strength to live a successful Christian life. As a result I fell into a lifestyle of fornication. I was involved in a sexual relationship for about two years while I was serving in church activities and leading worship. This year God opened my eyes to the lies Satan was
At this base a Discipleship Training School is offered to begin this process on an individual level, through character development. Youth With A Mission-Grenada is not focused solely on sending out missionaries, but in seeing people raised up in the area of their “calling’ who can effectively change their own communities and society in any of the seven spheres of society: Education, Business, Media, Church, Family, The Arts and Government. The directors Shamus James (from St. Lucia) and his wife Sherry (from Trinidad and Tobago) have been here for the past 15 years. They have dedicated their lives to the gospel and to bringing transformation to the island of Grenada and beyond. We can be contacted through the following: 473 442 1226 or ywamgnd@ spiceisle.com. Our Website is ywamgrenada.org The following articles are testimonies of both students and staff at Youth With A Mission-Grenada, whose lives have been changed in one way or another. Although most make mention of the Discipleship Training School as being a major part of the changes in their lives, we want to encourage you that God can bring healing and change to you and your situation wherever you are. It’s the application of Godly principles that causes change. If you need more information about the school please contact the number above.
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telling me about myself, lies that kept me trapped in that situation for so long. I wanted a way out and didn’t know how to get out. I was now conscious that I was living in sin and needed a spiritually mature person that I could trust, to share my secrets. God led me to two people of character, who I knew I could trust and so I confessed my sins to them and they gave me their support and reassurance that God loved ME as a person but hated my sins. I repented of my sins and I am walking in freedom. God is dealing with the past hurts, pain and my bad attitudes. He’s removing the garbage from my life as I continue to be open, honest and humble before Him. My life was really in a mess but praise God He’s making it into a message. I am no longer ashamed of the past. I want the whole world to know, because it does not determine my future. It’s really hard and painful at times when God is pulling out some of the filth but it is making me better. I want you to know that healing and change are processes and do not happen all at once, but His grace and mercy is sufficient everyday. My name is Linia Leon and I am from the beautiful island of St. Lucia. Right now I am studying with Youth With a Mission doing a DTS (Discipleship Training School) for five months. This is
an organization that teaches one to pattern one’s life after the character of Jesus Christ. It helps one become a disciplined individual in all areas of the Christian life. The story of my life begins: “Worms started to breed on a dead body that remained in the grave for years”. I was already in a rotten state and did not understand who I was. Growing up as a little girl I got molested by my Godfather and did not receive the love and security I needed from my father. So I grew up with hatred and was rebellious. As I searched for love and security from men something occurred that I would never forget. I began to date this young man who meant the world to me. While we dated he treated me like his little child, he compared me to women, though I did not dress to please him, he wanted more from me, which I did not want to give. Oh how I was in love! But I was blind. Searching for identity and love from men I received more hurt. I got to the point where I hated men, did not want them to touch me, hold me or even come close to me. I always said that I would never get married because all men wanted, was to satisfy their own pleasures by using women. I believed that they were worthless liars. Even as a Christian, involved in ministry at church, I was completely messed up inside. I was caught up in sexual sins and living under an umbrella of lies, trying to hide
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behind my gifts and talents. In 1 John 4:20, the Bible says, ’If a man says he loves God and he hates his brother, he is a liar…’ Being here in Grenada has been the best thing that has happened to me. God is molding and shaping me in character as He deals with all the issues in the past that I have been struggling with. I had to repent of all the lies I believed about myself and the people around me. God allowed me to find people here who I know I can trust, and I’ve been able to share my life situation with them. God has healed me in this area of my life and now I can hug men and stay around them not thinking they will hurt me. I am no more in darkness because my speech has changed towards them and I now say I want to get married. If there is anyone out there in such situation there is hope for you in Christ. My name is Hayes Cyrus from Chantimelle, St. Patrick’s Grenada. I am happy to be writing to you; a people and nation God has graced me to love. I was raised in a family of nine children. When I was about six years old my mother and father both left home. As I grew into a teenager, I found myself, changing and beginning to do things that I despised. I was going down a path of hell, destruction, and shame. I was drinking alcohol, exposing myself to pornography, lust and masturbation. Then came sex with animals, a forceful attempt to have sex with my own cousin, adultery, multiple-sexual partners and ‘horning’. I almost went along with a friend to steal. Even as a young adult and in a position of authority in society I was
being enticed and moving toward committing statutory rape (sex with under-aged girls). I knew that my actions could lead to prison, AIDS or death. At times I would really ask myself “Where would I end up?” Yet my life and values kept going down and down and it seemed like I was powerless to stop myself from going down this destructive path. Praise God I met Jesus about seven years ago. This encounter turned around the direction in which I was going. I loved God with all my heart and greatly rejoiced in who He is in my life. I have now no taste, intention, or desire to return to the past lifestyle of destruction and shame. However, even now as a Christian living in a world where disregarded for God seems to be the mode of operation, I faced serious challenges in my Christian walk. As a leader in my church my own relationship with God began to be plagued by compromise, unfaithfulness in service, coldness towards others, lack of passion and just wanting to do my own thing, not Fearing God. As a result I had to fight with all my will in order to stay on track and not fall into sensuality, pretence and unbecoming behavior. I could not be satisfied with such a life. Humbling myself to Jesus I once again laid down my unfulfilled life. I realized that I was unfruitful as a Christian and wanted to remedy that, so I came to Youth With A Mission. I felt that I needed time apart form my ‘normal’ life to be with God and allow Him to deal with me. My time at this school is allowing God to restore to me a sense of fulfillment. I am receiving healing from past hurts and wound, deliverance from past destructive trends, and a bold freedom to walk in open honesty and transparency with others. My life is meant to shine God’s light to bring hope to others (You can believe that there is also a way out of your situation)
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A Passion That Is A Warm Country Inn, Going To Your Heart. When everyone said that Caribbean tourism was only sun, beach and sand, proprietor Mrs. Neitha Williams started a small family-owned and operated country inn at Grenville, Grenada’s second town. She was asked, “What is there to bring tourist to the country- side? Why are you bothering?” Mrs. Williams insisted that tourist ought to go beyond bustling St. George’s, her idea was that successful tourism ought to bring visitors to the heart of Grenada ; so she led the way by bring them into her own heart, where resided the passion for her inn. Today her visions of community-based tourism, eco-tourism and the new idea of geo-tourism are well on the way. This story renews the reader’s invitation to the Rainbow Inn, Grenada original eco-tourism property.
Saturday market, Grenada’s oldest (slave) market, or Sunday church services and to community events; in every instant, she served as a personal tour guide. For “Auntie Nits”, the key was to show visitors who the Grenadian people were and how they lived in work and relaxation, community and family. For quarter century, she plied her trade: great hospitality, uniquely local food and fruit juices and modest accommodations. By the time Grenada began to rebuild its totally destroyed tourism sector following Hurricane Ivan of 2004, Mrs. Williams would not be present: she passed away suddenly a few weeks after the hurricane. Today the inn is operated by her two daughters Dessima who lives in Grenada and Carrol who commutes to Washington D.C. where she works as a bio-terrorism laboratory supervisor. Via internet, other sisters Roselyn and Hazel are constantly on board. The Inn features 12 rooms, each with hot and cold shower, cable television and mahogany beds. Most are airconditioned and have private balconies. Meals are served, tea on Thursday. Rainbow partners with the Grenada Education and Development Organization, GRENED, which supports youth education and (rural) development. Guests can take a bus to any part of the island from right outside the front gates of the Inn. Likewise, one can travel to all part of the island, beginning with a threeminute bus ride directly from the gates to Grenville or a 40 minutes jaunt also by automobile into St. George’s … Every last Friday in the month the inn hosts a Farmers’ night Market, with food and fruit, juice and liquor bar, arts and craft, face painting and animal petting …
In the 1970’s Mrs. Williams found herself divorced with five college and secondary age girls and one young boy. Mrs. Williams set about caring for her children. Grenada’s sole airport, Pearls, was in full operation. Located about ten miles from the capital, late arrivals at the airport and pilot dreaded the one- hour scenic but treacherous drive over winding, mountainous Grand Etang. With an empty six bedroom home, Mrs. Williams soon started her bed and breakfast. Demand was high for the unique combination she offered: local organic juices and foods, organize tour and her very personal service, including visits to Telescope beach(5 minutes away), To Grenville’s
Rainbow Inn awaits you. Come to this basic place full of a woman’s history. You will catch the spirit and passion of Auntie Nits among the staff and you will want to see her little garden, her drift wood, her old pots-and her photograph. For reservations and rates email the Inn at rainbowinn@spiceisle.com; call 1 473 442 7714; 1 781 519-4470
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Master Craftsman As I walk into John’s shop “Culture Rising Grass Root Production,” the first thing that struck me was his obvious talent. You can tell that he is an awesome craftsman. Born in Victoria St. Marks on the 27th November nineteen sixty two, John has become a pioneer and veteran in abstracts craving and miniature painting. He attended the Waltham Secondary School; now the St. Mark’s Secondary School where he learnt the art of craft and further developed his skills through books. He has being doing this for over twenty five (25) years. He would as any small entrepreneur; tell you that it was no easy task accomplishing his skills. Though having come a long way over the years, John acknowledges that he still has a long way to go and a lot of hard work to do.
want their name on a bag or something written on it and he would have to do it right on the spot for them. It was a challenge because you not only have to be quick but also accurate. Other times he remembers having to pack up everything and run because the police were always on their backs for selling on the side walk. But they always return when the police are gone because they had to make that dollar to survive. John is a favorite among the children and young people in the community and surrounding areas. He is a delight with the visitors and always makes them feel welcome. He is use by USAID to teach craft to the young people through out Grenada Carriacou and Petite Martinique. He says he like being around the young people, he likes interacting with them and showing them his skills. It gives his great satisfaction when he teaches and the young people give him their fullest attention.
Motivated to earn a living using his skills, John faced many challenges. One of the biggest challenge was finding some place to operate his small business. Having no place to do it he decided to squat on a piece of Government land. Once he did, he place some concrete on the property and that’s when the trouble started, he was taken to court for squatting and putting concrete on government property. After stating his reasons for what he did the judge told him he can remain on the property but will have to pay for it. John agreed and he now he owns the property. Starting with the bollie he hand crafted calabash and bags. He also made earrings necklaces, hand bands etc. which he hustle on the street of Granby and Melvin Streets in St. George’s. John recalls that some times someone would
Unfortunately there isn’t much promotion and market for craft in Grenada but, John has no regrets choosing his career. Craft is no big money maker and in so saying you have you have to have patience in order to succeed in this type of business. He says as a businessman you cannot only depend on other people to promote your business you have to do it yourself too and that why he takes the initiative to do some promotion himself especially when the tourist season is in. He would stop the tourist buses when they pass by his shop Victoria and display his product to them. He also is very grateful for the support of the local people. John is very proud of his accomplishments thus far, but, he still thinks that there is so much more he can do as to leave his mark in this great nation. Craft is part of his heritage and his legacy which he intends to leave behind for younger generation to continue. So when you are in the Victoria area or in need of so local jewelry or arts and craft just visit CULTURE RISING GRASS ROOT PRODUCTION located in Victoria St. Mark. Amie Benjamin
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Karate – An Unarmed Form of Self-defense Karate was originally developed as a Japanese art of unarmed self-defense against armed assailants, employing sharp blows, hand strikes and kicks administered to pressuresensitive points on the body to disable or subdue an opponent. Karate can also be described as a martial art, or fighting method, involving a variety of techniques. These practices are divided into three aspects: kihon (basics), kata (forms) and kumite (sparring). Karate is a combination of two Japanese characters: Kara, meaning empty, and te meaning hand; “empty hand”. Including the suffix – “do”, meaning “way” implies karate as a total way of life that goes well beyond the self-defense applications. In traditional karate-do, we always keep in mind that the true opponent is oneself. True karate allows one’s mind and body to be trained and developed in a spirit of humility, allowing the individual to be devoted utterly to the cause of justice in critical times in his/her daily life. Karate therefore seeks to improve the character of the practitioner and encourages faithfulness to his/her beliefs and principles. Moreover, the practitioner is also encouraged to strive for greater achievement, to pursue a healthy lifestyle and thus develop a healthy body and to become defender of justice through respect of all.
2004. Leyanna Romain, a brown belt, secured a silver medal at the Caribbean Championships in Trinidad in 2006 in Kumite (free sparring). The Grenada Shotokan Karate Association continues to thrive under the capable leadership of sensi Claudette Joseph (attorney –at -law). She has won medals in several regional championships including silver at the 2000 Goodwill Games. The GSKA is an affiliate member of the International Shotokan karate Federation (ISKF), a world wide body with headquarters in Philadelphia. The ISKF in its continued efforts to enhance the teaching of karate, using the tools of modern pedagogical methods and the latest findings in sports medicine, have established the karate college. In this region, the college is established at the St. Augustine campus. Various courses are thus available on line to interested persons. The immense benefits of karate are being recognized more and more as a measure of developing discipline in young people and as an excellent form of physical conditioning. This has led to the acceptance of karate as part of the Physical Education syllabus in secondary schools as offered by the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC). Raquel Campbell
The Grenada Shotokan Karate (GSKA) was started by Claudette Joseph and Chanelle Bain on their return from the UWI campus at St. Augustine, Trinidad. While in Trinidad, they had been members of UWI Karate Club under the leadership of Damian and Jean-Pierre Hezekiah. The Grenada Shotokan Karate Association established its dojo at the Trade Center and held weekly practice sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6.00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. The Grenada Shotokan Karate Association accomplishments Raquel Campbell, a 2nd Dan (2nd degree black belt) has won the National Karate Award six times. At the 2006 Caribbean Championships, she captured a silver medal in kumite and a gold medal in kata. Her most significant achievement to date was winning a bronze medal at the Pan American Game held in Panama in
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Recipe Bazaar Breaded Chicken 2 lbs chicken parts ½ tsp. minced garlic 1 tbsp. green seasoning 11/2 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 egg, beaten ¼ cup milk ½ cup dry bread or cornflakes crumbs 2 tsp. paprika 2 tbsp margarine
METHOD Season chicken with garlic, green seasoning 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Combine egg and milk. Mix breadcrumbs, 1/2teaspoon salt and paprika. Dip chicken in egg and coat with crumb mixture. Place in a single layer on a greased baking tray. Dot with margarine and bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes crisp and cooked.
Spanish Rice 1 cup long grain or parboiled rice 2 tbsp. olive or vegetable oil ½ cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, crushed ¼ cup thinly sliced celery ½ cup sweet pepper, finely chopped 1 can tomatoes (19oz.), chopped 2 tsp. salt ¼ tsp black or hot pepper ¼ cup grated cheese
6 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. cinnamon 1tsp vanilla 2/3 cup milk
METHOD Cream margarine, brown sugar and granulated sugar. Add egg and pumpkin; beat for two minutes. Sift flour, baking soda, and baking powder; add salt cinnamon. Add flour and milk alternately to cream mixture. Prepare four 8” layer pans greased, papered and greased again. Pour mixture into pans. Baked in a preheat oven at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Carrot Pineapple Coconut Bread ½ butter or margarine ½ cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1tbsp. grated lime or lemon peel ½ cup marsh banana 2 cups flour 2tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. salt 1cup crushed pineapple, drain ½ cup flaked coconut METHOD Cream butter with sugar. Add eggs and limes or lemon peel and beat for 2 minutes. Stir in mashed bananas. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture. Fold in pineapple and coconut. Bake in a preheat oven at 325 degrees for one hour or until tester comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in pan before removing.
METHOD Sauté rice in hot oil until golden brown. Add onion, garlic, celery and pepper and cook until onion is tender. Add tomatoes together with liquid, salt and pepper to rice mixture. Bring rice to a boil; cover, lower heat and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed about 25-30 minutes. Add water if necessary. Sprinkle cheese on top before serving.
Pumpkin Cake 1/cup or 8oz. margarine 2cupS brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs or four yolks 11/2 cups marsh pumpkin 4 cups flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda
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Ginger Bread 2cups flour ½ cup brown sugar 1 tbsp. grated lemon or lime peel 1tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. salt 2tbsp. ground ginger ½ tsp. cinnamon ½ grated nutmeg ½ tsp. ground clove 3 eggs ½ cup molasses 1cup milk ½ cup melted margarine
METHOD Combine flour, sugar, lemon peel, baking soda, salt,
ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove in a large bowl. Beat eggs until thick and lightly coloured. Gradually beat molasses into eggs. Stir milk into molasses and eggs. Add egg mixture to dry ingredients in two parts, stirring well after each addition. Beat in margarine. Pour into a greased 9” square pan. Bake at 350 degrees for forty minutes or until cake tester comes out clean.
Banana Bread 4-5 mashed bananas (use ripe ones) 2 cups all purpose flour 1 cup sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 cup shortening or butter 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1teaspoon vanilla
Method Cream butter and sugar together, add eggs one at a time beating well after each. Sift flour, salt and baking powder and other spices. Add to creamed mixture alternately with banana add in vanilla. Pour into a greased floured 5x9x3 loaf pan. Bake in a moderate oven about 55 minutes. Allow to cool before slicing. Freezes well.
Carrot Punch 1lb carrot 4 cups water 4 tsp nutmeg 16 ozs or 2 cups evaporated milk 4 tsp vanilla 2tsp bitters 2 can condense milk (16 ozs)
METHOD Wash and scrap carrots; cut into small pieces. Place carrots and water in a blender and puree. Strain juice. Add nutmeg, milk, vanilla and bitters to carrot juice; sweeten with condensed milk. Chill and serve with ice.
Peanut Cookies 1 cup or 8 oz. margarine 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 21/4 cups flour ¼ tsp. salt ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp vanilla 1 cup chopped, roasted peanuts
METHOD Cream margarine and sugar. Beat in egg. Sift flour, salt and baking soda and add to batter with vanilla. Stir in peanut. Shape in small balls 1” in diameter; place in a lightly greased baking sheet and press with a floured fork to flatten. Bake in a preheat oven at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes.
Coconut Cookies ¼ cup or 2 oz. margarine ½ cup sugar 1 egg ½ tsp. lime juice ¼ cup milk 2 cups flour 11/2 tsp. baking powder ¼ tsp salt 2 cups grated coconut
METHOD Cream margarine and sugar. Add egg, limejuice, and milk and stir. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and coconut. Add to cream mixture. Drop by teaspoon on a greased baking sheet, leaving space between for spreading. Bake in a moderate oven for 15-20 minutes.
Pumpkin Punch 1 lb pumpkin 3 cups water 1 cup granulated sugar or to taste 21/2 cups pineapple juice Ice cubes
METHOD Peel and cut pumpkin in small pieces. Boil pumpkin in a little water until tender. Cool. Puree in an electric blender with 3 cups water. Sweeten to taste with sugar. Add pine apple juice and chill. Add ice cubes and ser
Soursop Punch 1 ripe Soursop, peeled (2lbs) 2 cups water 2 cups evaporated milk ¼ cup granulated sugar 10-12 tbsp condensed milk Angostura’s bitters Crush the Soursop in a bowl with 1 cup water; pass through a sieve to extract the juice. Combine juice, remaining water, evaporated milk and sugar. Sweeten
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Larry insists that he does not have enough time to go to school more than 17 days a year. He comes to this conclusion based on the following list that he put together.
This is a very old rhyming riddle. See if you can answer it by reading and thinking very carefully. As I was going to Saint Ives, I crossed the path of seven wives.
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Inspired by the list, Larry claims he has only 17 days left in the year for school. What’s wrong with his thinking?
Answer the following question with a simple “yes” or “no” If the day before the day after the day before today was hotter than the day after the day before today, was the day before today hotter than today?
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How Many Were Going To Saint Ives? Only one person was going to Saint Ives. If he or she crossed the path of the seven wives, then the kittens, cats, sacks, and wives were all going in a different direction! (If everyone was going in the same direction, however, the answer would be 2,801 — 7 wives, 49 sacks, 343 cats, and 2,401 kittens equal 2,800. Then you have to add one more for the person speaking the words of the riddle.)
Not Enough Time Larry’s categories overlap. For example, he has counted 60 days for vacation, during which time he will both eat and sleep, activities that he has already counted separately. The 60 vacation days also include weekends, another category that he has already counted separately. He should not count the same periods of time more than once.
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