Caribbean News Review March 2021
There's a spicy addition to this month's CaribDirect Headline News. We've also got a question we'd like you to answer!
Washington’s Springtime Stars
If you’re planning to come to Washington, DC, then March & April has the incentive of seeing these beautiful Cherry Blossoms. The blooming of the Cherry Blossom trees and the National Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual outdoor treat. The Festival runs from March 20 – April 11, 2021, and full of both virtual and [...]
Sarah’s Adventures!
A huge smile formed when I recognized this young lady! I can contest to the many talents she has. I can see her writing her book with her mum Cecilia and aunt Hanna supporting her. Wow! Next time I’m in Saint Lucia Sarah, I’m expecting my signed copy. I’m ordering now, so put mine aside. [...]
George Floyd Update
...It was painful reading all those names –Botham Jean – you are there too. As a Hennepin County judge reinstates the third-degree murder charge against Derek Chauvin in George Floyd’s death, I wanted to share my recent pictures at the Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington DC. On June 5, 2020, during the George Floyd [...]
Women Celebrate Internationally!
It felt humbling to be included in an article highlighting women during International Women’s Month. Thank you Reginald Andrew. I was asked my opinion on how women can contribute in the transition towards development of the arts as a medium for socio-economic development and growth. It made me think... https://thevoiceslu.com/2021/03/resilient-women-honoured-on-international-womens-day/
Metaphorically Speaking…
If you haven’t listened to Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor, why not make a date for Monday 18th at 9:00am GMT on colourfulradio.com? I talk to conductor and violinist Anyango Yarbo-Davenport and I know you will be surprised to see how deeply this metaphor has affected her life! The programme will also be available on [...]
Caribbean News Review February 2021
From Bob Marley to a question that asks you if a video clip pertains to you... Here’s February 2021 news headlines from CaribDirect.
Have You Listened Yet?
Many people who are not in the UK tell me they can't wake up so early (9am GMT) to listen to the programme. Now you can! Here's a link to my podcast! https://www.podbean.com/pi/pbblog-u83xb-a5a3a5 Its also available on Spotify, iHeart, Apple and many other popular streams.
Life is a Journey!
I love the animations our editor Ernie comes up with! Join us on colourfulradio.com @ 9am GMT on Monday 1, March, to learn about the history and culture of this popular metaphor.
New Mexico
Las Cruces, New Mexico, was the highlight of a Sunday afternoon drive. I was surprised to see so many crosses. I have a ‘thing’ for taking pictures in bathrooms so I didn’t hesitate taking a picture of this lovely bathroom sink.