Why do we stay in relationships that don’t make us happy? I’m not just talking about romantic relationships either because friendships count as relationships. What is it that we’re so afraid of? Coming home to an empty house? Being the only person in the group without a partner? Not having ...
My Adventures In Abaco
Abaco, you have redeemed yourself. If you read my previous post, you’d know that I had such a bad experience in Abaco 16 years ago, that I kept my distance. This time around, however, things were much different and I’m glad I gave the island a second chance. I almost didn’t make this trip. ...
Hear Words, Feel Words, SeaWords
I swear, this year just keeps getting better. I was recently invited to take part in SeaWords Bahamas – the country’s first literary festival. Me! I swear, I could win an Oscar, Golden Globe and Emmy and I would still be surprised that someone wants me on their panel. My plan was to attend the ...
When The Cook Can’t Cook
Do you know why people who can’t cook always insist on cooking? Because no one tells them that they can’t cook. So, they insist on cooking! Bahamians are at their most creative when they’re in the kitchen. We whip up things that others can only dream of creating. We like our food seasoned and ...
Happy Independence Day, Bahamas
We look damned good for 45. The Bahamas has come a long way since our days as a British colony. I remember listening to my grandmother years ago as she shared stories of life in The Bahamas under British rule. She showed me an old British passport, shared old letters between her and my ...
