My Debut into Blogging
Hello Everyone, I’m finally starting up a blogggg!!!. Why? Because everyone’s doing it…HaHa… no that’s not why. I’ve finally found a way to share my thoughts with others and to talk about my country and share that with you out there. My home country of Trinidad and Tobago is an amazing place with amazing people. We’re a twin Island off the north east tip of Venezuela. No we’re not part of Venezuela. Please don’t get confused, google us.
I also wanted a medium to share my art which depicts the different things about Trinidad that captures my attention. From the simple things like trafficjams to the nicer things like our beautiful vegetation, such as bamboo, that surrounds me. I’ll mention our food and events of course but my art will be my introduction into the story or blog for that day. So thanks a lot WordPress and all you wonderful people who take an interest in my blog. I say welcome!!! And Later!!!!
Leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of tomorrow.
Blog post I wrote in 2018, which is still applicable today.
Highs and Lows
Highs & Lows. We all experience these times. What does it mean for me?
Hi everyone. I was killing some time the other day, and as I waited for my husband to pick me up, I started to think and enjoy the fact that people in Trinidad and Tobago live such different lives. Sometimes you get a short glimpse into someone else’s life and you realise how different they were brought up and you realise how different it was for them compared to how you were brought up. Then you also now acknowledge that’s why people behave and think and do things totally different from you.
Some people had very difficult lives, some had it very easy and others had a mixture of both.
My life has been pretty blessed but there are things that I have never experienced or been exposed to but inspite of that I am the one responsible for my own happiness. I enjoy life….yes sometimes I feel down but I don’t let it linger. There is soooo much beauty out there and things to enjoy. Why waste time complaining or grumbling?
I visited an old boss a few weeks back and she is the epitomy of energy and life. I admire her greatly. She has aged but she has done it so well. Still a go getter and still extremely strong. I hope I am like that when I reach 75. I think surrounding yourself with nature heals you versus living in a concrete jungle. Give me mountains and trees and birds anyday. It all adds up to a long lifespan.
My Story
Hi everyone. Just wanted to tell you a little bit about me. So who is GaFra? Better known as Gail Francis. Well I am the first of 2 children. My baby brother is my sweety. We are 6 years apart but we get along like a house on fire. We laugh at the most ridiculous things. My father died or was killed a few years ago. That’s a whole story in itself. My mom is alive and she is a sweetheart.
Being the oldest I am quite responsible. I did my chores. Didn’t stay out too late etc. Being married with four children I must say my mom had it easy…but my kids are a dream and so is my wonderful husband. I don’t know how he puts up with me. I am stubborn and bossy sometimes but he is my greatest fan. Life in Trinidad is great despite all the things you hear internationally. I own my own business that I run with my husband but my Art is my second business.
I’m hoping to make it a serious business so when I retire it is fully up and running. So coming back to me……below see what i looked like as a child.
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