RE: Reunions and planning for them.

2015-AUG-04-2253Hrs

Hi Everyone,

For those of you who had to opportunity to explore Western Jamaica, let’s celebrate the occasion and the wonderful time we had. The pleasure of our visit to YS falls in the Black River area of Westmorland was one that leaves an indelible impression on the mind. Many of us believe that this water park is much more attractive than the more famous Dunns River fall. The brave and agile ones followed the crowd and climbed the famous falls. The rest of us just enjoyed the therapeutic flow of the waterfall as it entered the sea.

As promised, we enjoyed meals cooked on a traditional open-flame pit, Jamaican style. The Far-Out Fish Hut almost couldn’t handle the number of orders for fish and Bammy. The wait was long, but the food was good.

Our Negril day started out very quiet. Margaritaville, and more bathing on the seven mile beach. The resident DJ welcomed the group and we shared a birthday cake for one of the ladies. The Conch Chowder was so good, my roommate had two servings.

But it was at Rick’s Café where the Mausica spirit came alive. Some of the visitors came up to Howard Spencer asking if he was Steve Harvey or his brother. Who tell them to say that? Howard commandeered the microphone from the lead “singer” and had the crow rocking. We had a great time, Mausica style. Ah! The good old days.

For those who chose to stay away, you missed a great lime. Reunions do not have to take the form of the previous ones.

On one of our nightcap discussions, (yes we had plenty of places to gather as a group – indoors and outdoors), we talked about our next two reunions. The first, in 2017 should be held in T&T during the week of July 17th. We believed that if the time frame is circulated early, people can make their plans around those dates.

The idea of a cruise for the 2019 gathering was also aired. It was mentioned that Trinidad may be a port of embarkation in the near future. If this becomes a reality, it may be an ideal situation for us. There is also a Canadian based cruise line that goes around Cuba. We can join the cruise in Montego Bay on a Friday or in Havana on a Monday. With the opening of the Cuban market to the US population, competition will surely drive the prices down.

Whatever the decision, long term planning is essential. Reserve the third week of July! Start you Sou Sou hands now!

Carlston A. Gray

Mayfair Mansion 72-74