Today the Commonwealth of the Bahamas celebrates its thirty seventh year of independence from England. “If our minds are free of self defeating thoughts we are free. If we refuse to treat ourselves as second classed citizens we are free. Let Independence stand for independence of mind heart and spirit.” Let the fireworks, the cookouts and the beach parties commemorate our regard for ourselves and for all people. Today as I lift my head to the rising sun I celebrate with my husband and my daughter as Bahamian citizens. I am proud of my adoptive home country. Have a Happy Birthday Bahamas.
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Photographed by Tim Pannell
Father’s day is fast approaching and our thoughts are with the men in our lives. They are so easily taken for granted and misunderstood. The fathers, grandfathers and those who stand in the gap for non-biological children this coming Sunday let us celebrate and honor them.
The love of a father
Plays a vital role
Prominent spaces occupies
Everyday he competently leads
Powerful leverages
Masterful situation
Foster of positive feelings
In an instant
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His love, generosity, playful nature
Is beautiful to see
Actions prompt followers – his children
Positive signals as he provides
He backed his children
A talent he nurtures
In a demanding life
Finely attuned
A father’s pride
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Poem Written by Brenda L. McCartney
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