One of the ceremonial duties of the Governor General of Barbados is to visit all centenarians on reaching that cherished milestone. While some may take it for granted, the vast majority of Barbadians whether we view the coverage in the press or other media feel a sense of pride that a human being , and a Barbadian to boot would have defeated the many obstacles strewn along the path of life to achieve 100 years old. Recently the family of the oldest living Barbadian James Sisnett was celebrated by his family and friends at the Southwinds Hotel with much pomp and ceremony. Minister Byer-Suckoo was present to announce that a street in Sisnett’s district will be renamed in his honour.
Cheers to you Mr. Sisnett, you make all Barbadians proud!
Today we learn from a write up in the New York Times that yet another Barbadian has hit the coveted anniversary. She is Mae Bishop who lives in New York. Although her vanity (says her family) does not permit the kind of celebration she deserves the honour of achieving 100 years is hers to brandish for all to aspire. What always appear to be a common thread when we read or observe centenarians is the supporting cast of family and friends. It never ceases to amaze the BU household the pivotal role which family has and must continue to play in sustaining the success of our small but proud Barbadian society.
The Barbadian brand continues to mean something to some of us and we will be damned if we are going to allow comyuhs and greedy ass politicians sink Barbados into a den of iniquity.
Cheers to you Madame Mae Bishop, you too make all Barbadians proud!
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