2019-JUL-13-0809Hrs
My Fellow Mausicans,
On Friday, July 13th, 1973, after fulfilling my five year contract with the Government, I departed Sweet TNT for Brooklyn , New York. My goal was to become a Guidance Counselor and return to TNT to serve my country. Today, I will celebrate my 46th anniversary in the USA.
Who really designs our journey?
The Mausica experience has been a very significant part of my journey. I thank all those who have contributed to it. Big shout out to Villa Nova. If yuh call ah name , ah might whistle!
How well do I remember arriving at MTC on a Thursday morning during assembly. I roomed with Leroy Cox, from de Coconut in El Socorro, during my first year. I had an excellent mentor. In my second year , Carlsbury Gonzalez from Chaguanas was my roommate.
Carl and I are like blood brothers. His mother, 104 years old, is my friend and adopted mother. We chat and laugh on Whats App.
Recently Carl and I recalled our interviews for selection to MTC. Brightboy Carl had an impressive bio.
One of his hobbies was collecting stamps. Mr. Joseph asked, “What do you call a person who collects stamps?
Bightboy shout out. “A stamp collector.”
Sneaky Harry Joe replied , “He is called a Philatelist.”
Carl and I laughed our heads off. Carl won the award for “Best All Round Male Student” 66-68.
In my interview, the trick question was “How do you define failure?”
The Lord whispered to me, “A temporary disappointment.”
Ah hit dem fuh six. Interview done.
I received my acceptance letter on a Wednesday. I arrived at MTC the following day. The rest is Mystory.
My Fellow Mausicans, please share your MTC stories with us. Leh we laugh till we cry..
As Usual,
Rodney Foster 66-68
