RE: Cuba 2019

2019-JUL-26-1116Hrs

In the Pinar Del Rio area of Vinales.

Carlston Gray 74

RE: Cuba Tour

2019-JUL-24-1604Hrs

   Mausica  Family

We are back home safely from a wonderful tour of Cuba.  Sorry you missed it.  

Thanks to all the Mausicans and Mausica Associates who attended - forty-three in all.  Many thanks to our Tour organizers Alyssa Brizan Cantero and her husband George - they were on the ball all the time to ensure everything was in place;  

Howard and Felix - were my rock supporters;  Thora, Jemma, Rose and Tressa were my committed supporters.  You will see our albums of pictures by photographers Carlson, Clare, Howard and others. 

To all participants   for making our adventure memorable.  More to come on our "Glow and Grow" section next week.

       on August 18 to .......

"Our Reunion after The Reunion".  ALL are invited.

More details to come.

Carol Brown 74

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUL-12

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

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUL-05

2019-JUL-05-0203Hrs
Condolences to the bereaved families.
Lily Walker 67

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUN-28

2019-JUL-01-2027Hrs

My sympathies go out to the entire MTC family  and the  family of Annette on her passing.

I also send condolences to all on the passing of Hugh Donaldson (70-72).

Funeral , July 2,2019 in Scarborough. Tobago.

Arthurjo

Arthur Joseph 72

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUN-28

2019-JUN-28-1534Hrs
Dear Mausicans
It is with a heavy heart and that I am informing you of the passing of Lorna Hobbs Yeates. Funeral on Thursday 4th July at Deliverance Ministries, Main Road  Tunapuna. Time 1:00pm
Jean Henry-Greenidge 67

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUN-28

2019-JUN-28-1512Hrs

I am saddened to hear of Annette's passing. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in eternal peace. I loved Annette, she was a very pleasant personality.

Bernice Stephens 65

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-JUN-28

2019-JUN-28-1313Hrs
Condolences to the family of Annette.  I also lived in Kirkendale.
Lily Walker 67

RE: Funeral arrangements for Annette Walker (Sylvester)

2019-JUN-27-1731Hrs
Hi Errol,
The Funeral service is on Monday 1st July at 10:am.
The location is
Congregation East La Horquetta
La Horquetta Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Ready Mix Road
La Horquetta.
This Link shows the location   https://goo.gl/maps/8uVzjW5xdudBJeeu9
Terrance Walker  (63-65)

RE: Condolence

2019-JUN-27-1434Hrs

"We The North" extend our sympathy to the children, family and friends of Annette Sylvester ('63 - '65).

Annette lived in Kirkendale and her room-mate was Sumattee Tota (deceased 2017). She was also a member of the Mausica Choir.

I will always remember her as smiling, friendly and patient.

Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal, but love leaves a memory that no one can steal

Brenda

"and this too will pass"

Brenda Alexander-Perez 65

RE: Passing of a Pioneer

2019-JUN-26-1257Hrs
Hi Errol
Annette Walker died @ 9:25 am this morning.
Funeral arrangements not finalized but will most likely be at Arima over this weekend.
Terry (63 -65 )
Terrance Walker 65

RE: Fwd: Congratulations

2019-JUN-09-2057Hrs
Congratulations Selwyn on your retirement,  after 22 years at the National Film Board.  It must be extremely gratifying to leave with two of your last productions- NINTH FLOOR and BECAUSE WE ARE GIRLS - topping  the list of documentaries made by the NFB.
Thanks for your commitment to memorialising our stories in film.
Brenda Alexander-Perez 65

Re: MISSING 2

2019-MAY-14-1301Hrs
Oh Dear.... seized by Bank. Whaaat?
Anna Maria Mora 70

RE: MISSING 2

2019-MAY-14-0934Hrs

Mausicans,

Good day. As we finalize our list for Cuba, we have realized that two (2) persons have deposited monies into the account, and may have forgotten to email/whats app a copy of the deposit slip to Sheila Warner.

These deposits were made on the 16th and the 29th April, of $4000.00 each.

Yesterday I sent out an email to persons who are on the list as having made a deposit, or indicated their intention to be part of the group, if you did not receive that email it means that we have no information from you. Please double check.

N.B. PERSONS WHO WILL BE DOING WIRE TRANSFERS FROM THE US, WHEN ASKED BY THE BANK, THE REASON FOR THE TRANSFER, PLEASE INDICATE THAT IT IS FOR A COLLEGE REUNION.

SOMEONE SAID, CUBA TOUR, THE FUNDS WERE SEIZED BY THE BANK. HE IS NOW TRYING TO RECOVER SAME.

IT WOULD SEEM THAT CUBA IS NOT A FRIENDLY WORD IN THE US.

Regards,

Howard.

Howard Spencer 74

RE: Mausica Ahoy

2019-MAY-08-1050Hrs

To  ALL  Lady  Mausicans

  

May God's abundance be with yOU always.  Happy Mothers Day

Cuba Visit .........

              We are nearing the time for the FINAL payment for our

              CUBA  REUNION

              We still can find a place for any LATE COMERS .

                    

FINAL  PAYMENT  DATE:   May 20, 2019

                Payment to be made to the account previously given

                and a copy of the receipt sent to Sheila Warner;

Those of us leaving from Trinidad ........  

                  Final Briefing on Saturday May 11;

                                          3:00 p.m.

                                          National Cycling & Aquatic Centre

                                          Couva.

                 Please bring something to share.

Those travelling from overseas  -  CAL arrives at 3:00 p.m on June 16, please ensure your arrival around that time so that transportation can move as smoothly as possible.

Anybody requiring further information  -  please contact ......

                          Howard  at  1 868   681-9869 or 473 - 7185

                                             howieaw51@hotmail.com

                          Carol at  1 868  724-5714

                                             cambrown6@yahoo.com

We will keep you updated as we go.

                                          

Carol Brown 74

RE: Family Loss

2019-MAY-05-2342Hrs

Hi Errol,

Kindly share this note on the Mausica Blog. Thankx.

"This is to let you know that our pioneer brother, Terrence Walker, lost his dear daughter, Terri, recently. She was just forty five, the mother of three and lived in Jacksonville, Florida. May she forever Rest In Peace.

My understanding is that a memorial service will be held in Miami on May 11.

Please join me in extending our prayers and deepest condolences to Terry, Patsy (Terri's mother) and family."

Conrad Thomas (Tom) 65

RE: Mausican Cuban Tour

2019-APR-24-0736Hrs

Please take note:  When you go to the Cuban Embassy to purchase your Tourist Card, please ensure that you have your Passport with you.  It is required.

Come on Mausicans, Please join us on this adventure.  You may call Carol, Howard  or Felix.

The information is posted on the BLOG.

See you soon.

Carol Brown 74

RE: Mausica update

2019-APR-23-2208Hrs

Hi  Mausican Family

Hope you all had a blessed Easter weekend.

As we draw closer to our deadlines, I want to remind you of the following..........

1]  Check your information flyer;

2]  Our first deadline is here for those travelling from Trinidad;

3]  If you have nor registered as yet - you need to do so as quickly as possible, as we make our down payment to CAL by the end of the week;

4]  Our OVERSEAS participants - although you are making your own air travel arrangements [if not travelling out of T & T] to get to Cuba, you still need to register with us for the Accomodation/ Tour/ Meals etc.

Even if you book a hotel on your own, you would NOT be able to join us on the tours, as this is being organized by an Agency and they need names and payments in advance here in T & T;  Please read the information flyer with the deadline dates.

It is not too late, but you must speak up NOW.

Hoping to see ALL of you on this trip to CUBA.  God bless and awaiting your responses.

Carol Brown 74

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-APR-19

2019-APR-19-1741Hrs

Howardgood evening just asking "Is this for this trip only or any other which may be arranged/ undertaken at any other time later on? Thanks in advance.

Avril Sampson 78

RE: Caba Ahoy

2019-APR-19-1718Hrs

Mausicans and Family.

You still have time to join us

Please check the BLOG for information

You may contact  - Carol  Brown at  cambrown6@yahoo.com or 724-5714

or Howard Spencer at howieaw51@hotmail.com

Looking forward to seeing you all.

Carol Brown 74