Greetings! The Blog Treats are here! What’s happening in the world and blogosphere(greater than the world!)? Lots of politics, art (mostly arts because that’s my scene), and people talking about themselves (including me talking about myself). Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
New sports centres...I like the local community ones...but what are we going to do about improving our cricket team? We're getting killed out there!
T&T Coast Guard receives 6 shiny and modern patrol boats and more ships are to be delivered soon. Good boost for T&T defenses against drug and arms trafficking—the two main elements that fuel violence and crime.
Speaking of that! Major drug bust and information on the drug trade in Las Cuevas. I'm not surprised about the involvement of the Coast Guard...look for drugs hanging in the trees!
I think these are the best kinds of riots. Happy Phagwa! Happy Holi! What a great display of color!
Best of luck to the people of Chile and President Bachelet in their recovery efforts. Also good to see that TT isn't due for a similar one.
PM Manning’s statement in response to allegations regarding the Heights of Guanapo of church (hat tip: Keith Francis). It’s a long statement but I believe people ought to listen to it before making judgments or taking sides.
People have so many questions about this case. Some of them bordering on being stupid…the (non) logic is that, as long as we don’t know what’s really going on, let’s blame it on Manning!
This one, also from Francis, is a little more exciting…you guessed right! A whole bunch of awesome Carnival photos! Also check out some fun post-carnival thoughts—-post 2010 carnival depression and anticipation for 2011 carnival!
Well, there had to be one more story about the whole Church debacle, right? I don't see what everyone's problem is...I think it's probably just an effort by Warner to distract us from how much of a circus the UNC has become.
Another church story--it seems to be everywhere in the news anyway!--from the other side, looks like the UNC likes to play God with their money..."Marrain explained that he received a grant and lease for land from the Government when the UNC was in power."
Oh, and it looks like the UNC has some other and current serious financial transparency issues to deal with! Let’s see what the new leadership is going to do about it.
Progress, even though it hurts for some. So, I guess I'd better start on my taxes...
The heat is on! You're weather forecast for the next few months--its going to be hot! hot! hot!...which means...girls!
Apparently, contrary to what our local press had reported, T&T has actually received praise for making progress towards preventing money laundry and terror financing. Bloggers again demonstrate that they are better than traditional journalists in reading, and understanding what they read :D
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Tuesday Blog Treats
Greetings! The carnival is over and the Blog Treats are back! What’s happening in the world and blogosphere (greater than the world!)? Lots of politics, art (mostly arts because that’s my scene), and people talking about themselves (including me talking about myself).
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
aah! I knew engineers could come in handy somewhere…get to work and get those shiny steelpans tuned!
Jack Warner controls the FIFA?? I never like it when politicians stick their noses in sports…they tend to screw things up!
farming, 5,000 BC style!
Don’t forget to feed your hunger! There are always new and great recipes and food tips here! Though they misspelled the key ingredient of one recipe! It’s Boc Choy dudes, not Pak Choi :)
It’s true!…anything, and I mean anything can be a soca smash…hilarious!
I wasn’t exactly a keen observer of T&T politics back in 1986, so I found this post to be quite a good and informative read.
What’s the best thing about carnival? Photos of the hot ladies ;) it’s them and the good memories of fun times that keep us going until the next carnival arrives, no?
This is really cool! Playing Drums (via robotics) with Wii Remotes! I love technology :)
Beyonce "I AM..." Concert - Trinidad and Tobago – Opening
Check out some of the performance photos too!
eh, it looks like driving slowly is not only safer, it’s also cheaper! I'm not making this up, I swear!…the numbers speak for themselves and they don’t lie.
They say taxi fares are going up…still not as bad as places like New York…people who’ve been there know that. It’s crazy over there man!
“They complain about unsavoury characters being allowed to live amongst them and point to increased criminal activity among other building maintenance issues.” Err. What’s that got to do with a story about water? Some journalists can’t get a 50 word story right!
there seems to be no end in sight for the UNC mess…opposition to Kamla inside the UNC is not fading, and poor old Panday thinks he can win by digging his teeth into the throne! No wait! other reports say he’s packing!
T&T scores big at WICB, so does Guyana…I’m honestly not big on this particular sport but it’s always to see our boys play well and kick some butt :)
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
aah! I knew engineers could come in handy somewhere…get to work and get those shiny steelpans tuned!
Jack Warner controls the FIFA?? I never like it when politicians stick their noses in sports…they tend to screw things up!
farming, 5,000 BC style!
Don’t forget to feed your hunger! There are always new and great recipes and food tips here! Though they misspelled the key ingredient of one recipe! It’s Boc Choy dudes, not Pak Choi :)
It’s true!…anything, and I mean anything can be a soca smash…hilarious!
I wasn’t exactly a keen observer of T&T politics back in 1986, so I found this post to be quite a good and informative read.
What’s the best thing about carnival? Photos of the hot ladies ;) it’s them and the good memories of fun times that keep us going until the next carnival arrives, no?
This is really cool! Playing Drums (via robotics) with Wii Remotes! I love technology :)
Beyonce "I AM..." Concert - Trinidad and Tobago – Opening
Check out some of the performance photos too!
eh, it looks like driving slowly is not only safer, it’s also cheaper! I'm not making this up, I swear!…the numbers speak for themselves and they don’t lie.
They say taxi fares are going up…still not as bad as places like New York…people who’ve been there know that. It’s crazy over there man!
“They complain about unsavoury characters being allowed to live amongst them and point to increased criminal activity among other building maintenance issues.” Err. What’s that got to do with a story about water? Some journalists can’t get a 50 word story right!
there seems to be no end in sight for the UNC mess…opposition to Kamla inside the UNC is not fading, and poor old Panday thinks he can win by digging his teeth into the throne! No wait! other reports say he’s packing!
T&T scores big at WICB, so does Guyana…I’m honestly not big on this particular sport but it’s always to see our boys play well and kick some butt :)
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Great Times in T&T
I’ve been taken away from blogging by the wonderful times we’re living these days in T&T…isn’t our carnival the best ever!
I’m writing these words just because I felt I wanted to share the moment and feelings with friends, and anyone who cares to read my words!
Ever felt someday that life is good and everything around you looks beautiful? That people are good and evil is not only the exception? Well, I’m having one of those moments today!
I felt this way when I looked around and saw smiles on everybody’s faces…
Then I looked over the horizon and saw the football stadium and the symbol of our nation flying high…it just felt good inside…I felt proud that I’m part of something great and beautiful, T&T!
I’m writing these words just because I felt I wanted to share the moment and feelings with friends, and anyone who cares to read my words!
Ever felt someday that life is good and everything around you looks beautiful? That people are good and evil is not only the exception? Well, I’m having one of those moments today!
I felt this way when I looked around and saw smiles on everybody’s faces…
Then I looked over the horizon and saw the football stadium and the symbol of our nation flying high…it just felt good inside…I felt proud that I’m part of something great and beautiful, T&T!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Carnival Blogging Hiatus!
Dear readers!
Blogging will be understandably light for the next week or so as yours truly will be partaking in our national pride and tradition--Carnival!!
Would love to hear of your adventures, fetes, mas plans and more! Feel free to share info about the best fetes, post pictures, link videos, etc.
Blogging will be understandably light for the next week or so as yours truly will be partaking in our national pride and tradition--Carnival!!
Would love to hear of your adventures, fetes, mas plans and more! Feel free to share info about the best fetes, post pictures, link videos, etc.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Monday Blog Treats
Greetings! The Blog Treats are here! What’s happening in the world and blogosphere (greater than the world!)? Lots of politics, art (mostly arts because that’s my scene), and people talking about themselves (including me talking about myself).
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
Well, Hunt made an important turn around. Sometimes making a giant $2 million flag, even if it is our flag, isn't worth it. Congrats on apologizing--he's doing better than most ministers or even people!
Comments section at the Guardian in response to the Hunt story is going crazy! The thread this morning was full of obscenities, homophobic vulgarities, and murder threats! The Guardian has got to do something about their moderators, immediately!
And from inmates to police officers! Proof that everyone loves music! The 5 time winner, used his song to criticize 'rogue cops'. A useful use for political music!
Phase II Panorama 2009, (hat tip Dr. Dave)..Awesome performance!
Sorry for all the politics, but it's what's in the news! Its a rough couple of weeks for Panday...more signs of bad feeling and political bickering in the UNC--but what's new about that?
Don’t forget to check the Caribbean Pot more delicious and easy recipes. This time there are ideas for ideas on comfort food, rice and peas and bhaji with spinach and coconut cream...Enjoy!
This week Jumbie takes us on a photo tour of the Buckingham Palace, shares videos of the Bombay Vikings and, debates the definition of a hero.
Be careful people! A new wave of scammers is attacking us! Remember, there’s no such thing as free lunch, let a lone $50,000!
Several brief introductions to the TT Carnival, music, bands and fetes, useful for beginners and first timers who want to know what this carnival thing is all about and how to enjoy it!
’GUSTINE GUSTINE GUSTINE!’ St. Augustine rightfully wins the Junior Pan competition. They won $27,000 big ones and bragging rights for a year. Good job, guys! Always love to see the little panners...Is this another competition? More young winners!
From kids to felons! The Carrera Island Prison inmates showed their stuff at their annual Calypso King competition. I was not there--and am happy to have led a relatively crime-free life--but props to these guys.
sooo...more expectations of expensive valentine's plans.. if any ladies want to hang out with me on such a day, please let me know...
More fall-out from the Dimanche Gras. De Fosto gambles with politics and moves on to the next round. He'll be number 14! Let's see what he comes up with next week!
More heroic cops! A gun battle! gangs! Miracles! It should be made into a movie.
After all the drama about favoritism, CRo CRo and Sugar Aloes are out of the competition! Dimanche Gras, keeping us on our toes! Down to 13!
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
Well, Hunt made an important turn around. Sometimes making a giant $2 million flag, even if it is our flag, isn't worth it. Congrats on apologizing--he's doing better than most ministers or even people!
Comments section at the Guardian in response to the Hunt story is going crazy! The thread this morning was full of obscenities, homophobic vulgarities, and murder threats! The Guardian has got to do something about their moderators, immediately!
And from inmates to police officers! Proof that everyone loves music! The 5 time winner, used his song to criticize 'rogue cops'. A useful use for political music!
Phase II Panorama 2009, (hat tip Dr. Dave)..Awesome performance!
Sorry for all the politics, but it's what's in the news! Its a rough couple of weeks for Panday...more signs of bad feeling and political bickering in the UNC--but what's new about that?
Don’t forget to check the Caribbean Pot more delicious and easy recipes. This time there are ideas for ideas on comfort food, rice and peas and bhaji with spinach and coconut cream...Enjoy!
This week Jumbie takes us on a photo tour of the Buckingham Palace, shares videos of the Bombay Vikings and, debates the definition of a hero.
Be careful people! A new wave of scammers is attacking us! Remember, there’s no such thing as free lunch, let a lone $50,000!
Several brief introductions to the TT Carnival, music, bands and fetes, useful for beginners and first timers who want to know what this carnival thing is all about and how to enjoy it!
’GUSTINE GUSTINE GUSTINE!’ St. Augustine rightfully wins the Junior Pan competition. They won $27,000 big ones and bragging rights for a year. Good job, guys! Always love to see the little panners...Is this another competition? More young winners!
From kids to felons! The Carrera Island Prison inmates showed their stuff at their annual Calypso King competition. I was not there--and am happy to have led a relatively crime-free life--but props to these guys.
sooo...more expectations of expensive valentine's plans.. if any ladies want to hang out with me on such a day, please let me know...
More fall-out from the Dimanche Gras. De Fosto gambles with politics and moves on to the next round. He'll be number 14! Let's see what he comes up with next week!
More heroic cops! A gun battle! gangs! Miracles! It should be made into a movie.
After all the drama about favoritism, CRo CRo and Sugar Aloes are out of the competition! Dimanche Gras, keeping us on our toes! Down to 13!
Friday, February 5, 2010
Friday Blog Treats
Greetings! The Blog Treats are here! What’s happening in the world and blogosphere (greater than the world!)? Lots of politics, art (mostly arts because that’s my scene), and people talking about themselves (including me talking about myself).
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
There seems to be a lot of hooligan behavior in the UNC camp these days. They spend more time harassing their own party members instead of doing anything useful.
More adventures in the water shortage! Seems like some citizens were trying to make a buck off of other peoples' needs.
This is an outrage! A patient arrived at the San Fernando Hospital at 3pm complaining of chest pain and vomiting blood, and he is seen by a doctor at 11:30 pm…that’s a full 8 hours! It gets better…the patient says he was among at least 20 people who spent the night in the hallway.
Despite some huffing and puffing and suspicion at who was drawn to go first at the Calypso semis, Sugar Aloes is going first. I'm still stuck on pan, but we'll see what happens at the calypso show-down! Check the Guardian article for some really nasty debates!! The Newsday one has a more sedate line-up.
Overall, I think the Guardian gave the best coverage of Panorama with several heart-felt articles. What a great picture--the ones in the story above are great too. The food was good. The music was great! Even the bathrooms were clean!! Nothing to complain about here!
A couple awesome Creed videos… All of my friends think Creed is lame for some reason, but I don’t give a rat’s a$$ what they think! Oh, and here’s one more so off-topic thing Jumbie and I seem to agree on today…yep! The right not to wallow in your own crap!
I dunno who taught this old man politics but he or she was certainly a terrible teacher. Attacking the same people from whom you want support is not smart politics.
I think I agree with Manning…there’s nothing wrong about bringing foreign labor to fill skill gaps in the domestic workforce. I can see why people get irritated by jobs going to foreigners but the only way to end the need for foreign labor is by developing our own skilled labor, and this takes time! So go take a class or something instead of complaining :D now that's mean!
Well, when something begins, it always runs into trouble. The Panorama show was amazing and as another write said, I'll put my money where my love is--and support the pan.
There goes a $ million to Rowley! I just don’t get it. If I understood the news piece right then it looks like it’s the taxpayers who always end up paying while lawyers and people like Rowley always end up getting paid. The integrity commission caused damage to Rowley…why should we pay for that!?
Sweet sweet pan! Petrotrin Phase II Pan Groove, PCS Silver Stars, TCL Skiffle Bunch! So many great performances. Also, send me any links you find to Junior Saldenah radio pan cast...I want to hear more!
Another story about the Pan Trinbago fee. Money keeps things running. $60 is not too bad. These are master panners, with costume fees and everything. Were you at the show? It was amazing! My heart is still racing from all the pan 'love'.
As you can see, the world of TT is filled with beautiful, talented ladies. I gave props to Fia--can't wait to see you on stage, love! Did you see my comment on the bottom? I am still available to be her manager!
To keep my dear readers informed, I will deliver the 'Treats' twice a week. Some of it good, some of it bad, so I posted just the ones that I liked or thought worthy of your time. Enjoy!
There seems to be a lot of hooligan behavior in the UNC camp these days. They spend more time harassing their own party members instead of doing anything useful.
More adventures in the water shortage! Seems like some citizens were trying to make a buck off of other peoples' needs.
This is an outrage! A patient arrived at the San Fernando Hospital at 3pm complaining of chest pain and vomiting blood, and he is seen by a doctor at 11:30 pm…that’s a full 8 hours! It gets better…the patient says he was among at least 20 people who spent the night in the hallway.
Despite some huffing and puffing and suspicion at who was drawn to go first at the Calypso semis, Sugar Aloes is going first. I'm still stuck on pan, but we'll see what happens at the calypso show-down! Check the Guardian article for some really nasty debates!! The Newsday one has a more sedate line-up.
Overall, I think the Guardian gave the best coverage of Panorama with several heart-felt articles. What a great picture--the ones in the story above are great too. The food was good. The music was great! Even the bathrooms were clean!! Nothing to complain about here!
A couple awesome Creed videos… All of my friends think Creed is lame for some reason, but I don’t give a rat’s a$$ what they think! Oh, and here’s one more so off-topic thing Jumbie and I seem to agree on today…yep! The right not to wallow in your own crap!
I dunno who taught this old man politics but he or she was certainly a terrible teacher. Attacking the same people from whom you want support is not smart politics.
I think I agree with Manning…there’s nothing wrong about bringing foreign labor to fill skill gaps in the domestic workforce. I can see why people get irritated by jobs going to foreigners but the only way to end the need for foreign labor is by developing our own skilled labor, and this takes time! So go take a class or something instead of complaining :D now that's mean!
Well, when something begins, it always runs into trouble. The Panorama show was amazing and as another write said, I'll put my money where my love is--and support the pan.
There goes a $ million to Rowley! I just don’t get it. If I understood the news piece right then it looks like it’s the taxpayers who always end up paying while lawyers and people like Rowley always end up getting paid. The integrity commission caused damage to Rowley…why should we pay for that!?
Sweet sweet pan! Petrotrin Phase II Pan Groove, PCS Silver Stars, TCL Skiffle Bunch! So many great performances. Also, send me any links you find to Junior Saldenah radio pan cast...I want to hear more!
Another story about the Pan Trinbago fee. Money keeps things running. $60 is not too bad. These are master panners, with costume fees and everything. Were you at the show? It was amazing! My heart is still racing from all the pan 'love'.
As you can see, the world of TT is filled with beautiful, talented ladies. I gave props to Fia--can't wait to see you on stage, love! Did you see my comment on the bottom? I am still available to be her manager!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
The Leak is Us!
Setting restrictions on the use of water will become a reality as WASA announced the restrictions will be implemented by Wednesday midnight. In addition to the restrictions, WASA has a plan to spend $336 million to extend new water pipelines and fix more than 400 leaks in older pipes. These leaks caused wastes in the millions of gallons of clean water.
It is said that conflicts in the 21st century will change from fighting over energy sources to fighting over freshwater. This is a natural consequence of the great increase in human populations and the gradual worldwide depletion of freshwater sources. Rich countries today spend billions of dollars on expensive water desalination plants. Until we can find affordable technology, the water crisis will continue in the world, and our country is not exempt.
When I look at the report about 400 leaks I can only imagine the situation but the real leak I see every day is us! We have an endless supply of ways to waste water. Most of us don’t mind a dripping faucet or leaving a faucet open longer than what is absolutely necessary. We also take our time washing our cars or watering our yards. These activities are not just household tasks…we in fact find them entertaining and relaxing!
Developed countries spend lots of money and effort to educate their people about the efficient use of water and energy. This is what we need to plug the leaks in us! We can start by ourselves and family and neighbors and friends. True patriotism begins when we start to feel that waste and inefficiencies are not the problems of the government or authority…these are our resources and our problems first.
I think WASA’s plan is a step in the right direction. We, the people should also take steps to rationalize consumption. However, I also think the WASA statement was vague, it says “and those restrictions involve not using hose pipes, washing vehicles, watering lawns, etc.” …now what exactly is in that “etc”?
I wish the campaign would focus more on educating the people and creating awareness against wasteful use of water. Honestly, I don’t expect to see many of us change their behavior overnight, nor that many people take this matter seriously. Maybe this is because we often tend to challenge and oppose anything that comes from the government as some sort of negative resistance to authority. We regrettably forget that water belongs to all of us…we all use it and we all need it, and we all get affected when it’s wasted.
I remain hopeful that the people will take an active role in addressing this problem. Like I said in the beginning, the leak in us is bigger than the 400 leaks that WASA is trying to fix.
It is said that conflicts in the 21st century will change from fighting over energy sources to fighting over freshwater. This is a natural consequence of the great increase in human populations and the gradual worldwide depletion of freshwater sources. Rich countries today spend billions of dollars on expensive water desalination plants. Until we can find affordable technology, the water crisis will continue in the world, and our country is not exempt.
When I look at the report about 400 leaks I can only imagine the situation but the real leak I see every day is us! We have an endless supply of ways to waste water. Most of us don’t mind a dripping faucet or leaving a faucet open longer than what is absolutely necessary. We also take our time washing our cars or watering our yards. These activities are not just household tasks…we in fact find them entertaining and relaxing!
Developed countries spend lots of money and effort to educate their people about the efficient use of water and energy. This is what we need to plug the leaks in us! We can start by ourselves and family and neighbors and friends. True patriotism begins when we start to feel that waste and inefficiencies are not the problems of the government or authority…these are our resources and our problems first.
I think WASA’s plan is a step in the right direction. We, the people should also take steps to rationalize consumption. However, I also think the WASA statement was vague, it says “and those restrictions involve not using hose pipes, washing vehicles, watering lawns, etc.” …now what exactly is in that “etc”?
I wish the campaign would focus more on educating the people and creating awareness against wasteful use of water. Honestly, I don’t expect to see many of us change their behavior overnight, nor that many people take this matter seriously. Maybe this is because we often tend to challenge and oppose anything that comes from the government as some sort of negative resistance to authority. We regrettably forget that water belongs to all of us…we all use it and we all need it, and we all get affected when it’s wasted.
I remain hopeful that the people will take an active role in addressing this problem. Like I said in the beginning, the leak in us is bigger than the 400 leaks that WASA is trying to fix.
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