RE: glitch

2013-Sep-28-1618Hrs
My apologies to all for the tech glitch of last week.
Clare Creese-Woodley 72

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-26

2013-Sep-28-1502Hrs

My condolences to the family of Eugene St. Hillaire, one of our piOneers. Even though we are all in the departure lounge,it is always sad to hear that someone else has left us.

I attended Selwyn Jacobs Award Ceremony  on September 25th. Met a fellow Mausican whe lives in Calgary- Paul Lewis. I am always happy to meet fellow mausicans. Congratulations to Selwyn. We are all very proud of his accomplishments.

Marina Ramsankar (64-66) Leung Woo

RE: Funeral Arrangements for Eugene

2013-Sep-27-1119Hrs

Hi Errol,

Church services for Eugene will be held next Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 10:00 AM at the Catholic Church (Our Lady of Perpetual Help), Harris Promenade, San Fermamdo.

Conrad Thomas 65

RE: Correction

2013-Sep-27-0820Hrs

Image is of Merle Craigwell (deceased) not Beatrice Manswell, who is with us. Apologies for the error and causing concerns.

Scratchie

Theodore Lewis 69

RE: Orville Wolsy comment Re Solid Seven

2013-Sep-27-0055Hrs

I think that in Orville Wolsey's comments, we have finally gotten the definitive word on the origin of Solid. It looks like its Point D'Or LaBrea. Thank you Orville for helping me to see the light. When I said the band from Point, whether is Point D'Or or Point Fortin is same Point. But I concede the Point.

Now is Rodney's turn. because he say they from San Juan. How we reconciling dat? Rodney from Haven, which is a wellspring of truth.  I notice you from the Villa. But I will still take your word as enlightened and final.

Scratchy

Theodore Lewis 69

RE:

2013-Sep-27-0046Hrs

Dear Errol

I thank Maria, Jasper, Euline, Irmine and Barbara for their kind responses to my lament over the passing and burial of my Haven brother Phillip Kendall. I admire people of faith. I am encouraged by what Maria saw in Suriname. Yes Barbara, Pearl Mulrain lets her voice be heard on earth.

Scratchie.

Theodore Lewis 69

RE: Phillip Kendall Photograph

2013-Sep-27-0035Hrs

Dear Errol:

You first posted these in the blog of August 28, 2009. In the photo in which the men are standing, men and women from the 1966-68 year group are shown. Keith Aqui and Phillip Kendal had shared the pictures. I recognize the men from left to right as Michael Ransome, Keith Acqui???, Sucre, Cliff Bertrand (Lectyrer), Michael Bellamy, Phillip Kendall (deceased) and Kent Rennie (Geezmo). The only femal I can identiy is the one at the extreme left Beatrice Manswell, sadly deceased.

The same men can be seen as the relay squad.

Scratchie

Theodore Lewis 69

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-26-1747Hrs

Brothers and sisters all, greetings. Thanks for all the news. Joan Parris left me a message announcing the passing of Eugene St. Hillaire (63-65) May his soul rest in peace. I visited Mrs. Cuffie at the Home in Port-of- Spain. She looked very well indeed. The matron told me that the day before, the residents were taken to San Fernando and Ma. Cuffie sang for the group.I felt happy to see her looking so well. I have promised myself to visit her when ever I am in Trinidad. I will also go to see Mr. Williams. My last visit was too long ago. Love to every body. Let us keep in touch as often as is possible.

Eastlyn Mckenzie 66

RE: Passing away of Eugene St Hilliare 62 -64

2013-Sep-26-1158Hrs

Errol,

A group of Mausicans visited with Eugene St. Hilliare at his home on Coconut Drive in San Fernando on the way from the San Fernando Hill to Guapo Beach ,during the 50th Anniversary Reunion.

I just received a phone call from my cousin informing me that Eugene passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday 24th September 2013..

RIP Eugene.

Orville Wolsey

Sunset Villa  71-73

Visiting with Eugene on South Day 50 Reunion 2013

Orville Wolsey 73

Re: FW: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-25-0301Hrs
I just got the news that Eugene St. Hillaire died on Sept. 24th. May his soul rest in peace.
Blessings
Felix Edinborough 65

Re:

2013-Sep-25-0008Hrs
St Hillaire (Killer) died tonight.
Carol Reveillac 65

RE: Passing of a Pioneer

2013-Sep-24-2338Hrs

Hi Errol,

This is to let you know that our pioneeer friend and colleague, Eugene St Hillaire, more fondly known to us as "Killer" passed away around 7:00 PM this evening (Tuesday) at the San Fernando General Hospital. Killer had been ailing for a while and some of the guys visited with him during reunion week. His health situation took a turn for the worse earlier this week.

As soon as details of funeral arrangements are available, we will share same with you all.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to my dear friend Killer and his family at this time. Peace be with him.

Tom

Conrad Thomas 65

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-24-2230Hrs
Eugene st Hilaire died tonight.
Maureen Warner 65

RE: hi

2013-Sep-22-1036Hrs

Hi Errol,

Sorry we have lost another brother, but I can't recall Kendall's image even though I might have met him in NY. Condolences to those who have recently lost loved ones.

Congrats to Selwyn on your achievement. Your chosen road has taken you far. Well done. Congrats to another Mausican, Pearl Yvonne Mulrain. The Methodist Church of the Caribbean and the Americas has published  a new hymnal for its members. Included among the hymns are six songs from Pearl and twelve from her brother, Dr. George Mulrain. Theodore, Pearl has made good use of her talent. Well done Pearl.

Barbara Mellowes 66

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-21-1224Hrs

Fellow Mausicans,

I found the blog postings of Sept 20th 2013, to be particularly sad - specificially the entries of Theodore Lewis.  I felt his pain.  Heartfelt condolences to the many friends and relatives of Phillip Kendall.

The ego never quite accepts the fact that there is an arc to life and with increasing age you are drawn closer and closer to closure. No man can look at his own death with a steady eye. The desire for immortality is real.

With increasing frequency I hear of the passing or serious illness of my contemporaries, and each time the news floor me with the same intensity.  It never gets easier. What then is the answer?....

"In the time of your life .... LIVE.  That time is short, and it does not return again.  It is slipping away while I write this and while you read it and the monosyllable of the clock is Loss, Loss, Loss, unless you devote your heart to its opposition." Tennessee Williams

Best Regards

Irmin G. Lewis-McKenzie 65-67

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-20-18488Hrs
Linda,
I had asked the Reunion 2013 about bringing the Cuff to the return to Mausica.
Orville Wolsey 73

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-20-1239Hrs
Kendall Phillip
It is difficult to bury a son!
Condolences to the family.
cliff bertrand

Re: FW: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-20-1132Hrs

I am Jasper Joefield (72-74) Fairhaven.  I was deeply touched by Theodore "Scratchie" Lewis' lament about that dreaded enemy, Death.  I offer these few words:

The death of a loved one or someone whose life has impacted yours dearly is one of the harshest things (pills) to take (swallow).  One day at a funeral of an elder brother I overheard a younger brother ask death the following question: "Why did you leave an evil one like me and take such a sweet brother?"  We will forever ask these questions, but like Paul we should believe that death is only the brief transition into the next state of existence - a state, fairly unknown but of which Jesus promises to be a better life of permanence.

For us on earth, death may seem harsh and undesirable for some of our loved ones, no matter the state of their physical circumstances; but for those in Paradise it is a time of glorious hallelujahs as the souls of the departed are welcomed home.  I understand how sad you felt as your dear friend's remains were lowered into that grave.  O how Jesus felt at Lazarus' grave!  If only you had the power of Jesus to do for your friend what Jesus did for His friend, Lazarus. (This is one reason why I dislike cremation - its finality).  You can still see the spot where your friend was laid to rest and reflect on the good times you had together.  Death is not the end; but the beginning of a greater life.  Do you think Mausica's Reunions are great?  Well there is to be an even greater REUNION in Heaven when the dead in Christ shall meet again.  This time we are guaranteed to live forever.  Isn't that great news?  Finally, "Make good use of the time you have here on earth so that the lives of others may be enriched by your life."

Jasper Joefield 74

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-20-0939Hrs

Yes Scrathie!

Solid Seven from La Brea. Home of the World Famous  Pitch Lake. The band was from Point D'or (place of Gold) "Black Gold" that is.  I grew up opposite to the house (Carlton Grant's house) in which their Band Room was located on the Point D'or Junction. The Grant brothers Elton and Errol formed the Band. On the other side of the road was the Point D'or recreation ground.

This is where you most likely went to the fete. I can see why you had the misconception that the Band was from Point (Point Fortin) you were at Point (Point D'or) blame your friends who took you to a fete in the darkness and kept you in the dark.

I hope this brought you some light.

Orville Wolsey

Sunset Villa

1971 - '73

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2013-Sep-19

2013-Sep-20-0832Hrs

Let me first congratulate Selwyn on his award.  You certainly deserve it.  U of A knows your worth and celebrates you.  All of us at MTC celebrate you too, Selwyn.  We are richer for having you in our midst.

Secondly, Scratchie, I know the feeling.  You never get over the death of a mother.  A friend shared that with me when my mother died. Not a day passes, she is always with me.  Many in Arouca, who knew my Mom, see me coming up the street and say "Look Mathilda coming."  Phillip is another "story."  He was really something else.  a "MAN" among men.  He certainly left his mark on this world in more ways than one.  Little did we know in 2011, when we met at the picnic.  On a visit to French Guiana,  I visited an African Village in the interior, where descendants of the Maroons still live.  It was explained to me that this village is not a replica, it is exactly what it "is" when the maroons escaped from the plantations,  long before the Emancipation proclamation.  At the entrance of the village, there is a large open thatched roof, tapia floor hut with wooden benches and some tables.  In this sacred space,  the village meets and talk, make decisions, worship and have their celebrations.  This is where, when a baby is born, the villagers come and wail, cry and hold on to their bellies, because they know the trials and tribulations this baby will go through in this world as it grows into adulthood.  This is where they come when some one dies, to celebrate; they dance and sing, because they believe that real freedom and peace have come. There will be no more suffering, anxiety, unhappiness, war, hunger, deception etc. etc.  I will never forget this visit.  I was so moved  at their deep faith and acceptance of death as the freeing of a person's spirit that I hugged one of the posts.   What will it take for us, who have been dragged away and torn from our root to look forward to death, as our ancestors did?  Thank you so much, Scrathie for sharing your pain. I know that many of us feel this way.

Mausicans who attended the funeral to be one with Phillip's spirit were: Gloria Samuel; Wallis Wyke; Claudette Phillip and daughter; Phyllis Mottley; Bernice Dyer-Regis; Lystra Jean-Paul; Gerry Honore; Noel T. Duncan; Theodore Lewis (Scrathie) and of course Maria Mora.  It I left out anyone, please forgive me.   Let us know if you were there, and what it meant to you.

Thirdly,  I too am anxious about the magazine.  I would not want it to be just a printed copies of pages put together.  We need it to be a classy mag. that will be here for generations to come--- copyrighted etc etc.  Possibly lodged with the Library of Congress etc etc.  I have asked for pictures of the year groups, and any pics that people may have. I have had initial discussions with a publisher, about this magazine.  The need to get advertisers for assistance with the publication.  It will have a glossy cover---- maybe hard cover (then it will not be just a mag.) glossy pages.  The design and layout will have to be done.  We will have to do at least 500 copies.   I have to check my files. Yes, Linda you sent everything to me, but my email was hacked into as many of you know. It was very distressing.  I had to take this laptop to be reconfigured. It really gave some problems. I lost some of my files.  Really hoping that what you sent me was preserved. If not I will get in touch with Joy.  I will be going to see the publisher next week, and will arrange to have the copy sent to her.  I am thinking that the cover design could carry the silhouette of MTC's buildings. Dave has the silhouette which is an artist's impression.  Please be patient everyone.  This will take some time.  We have lots of pics for this year's reunion and also 2011.  We will need to get  pics, since our reunions began.  Pics will have to b print-ready.

I see a pic. of Errol in his original hostel vest and his original graduation jacket.....which he has been wearing to reunion dinners-complete with the original stain (not sure if it is food, drink or make-up Emoji), and many more pics. in a section of the mag.  You know doing something that  will be memorable and even for use on coffee-tables, will take some doing.  Patience, please.

Maria

Anna Maria Mora 70