Last night’s official media launch for Saint Lucia Carnival marked the start of another season. The calendar was unveiled, the music and cultural elements were highlighted, and the familiar energy that surrounds Carnival began to take shape again. Each year, moments like this remind us that Carnival is not simply an event. It reflects who […]
Clarity sounds simple in theory. Most people claim to value it. We say we want honesty, transparency, and direct communication. But the truth is that clarity becomes far more complicated when people are involved. In leadership and in relationships, clarity often disrupts comfort. It asks us to say things that may disappoint someone, challenge assumptions,
Honestly, for a long time, I was very vocal on certain subjects and noticeably quiet on others. I spoke confidently where I felt safe, where my opinions aligned with what was expected, and where my voice would be affirmed rather than questioned. But on topics that felt more layered, more personal, or more likely to
I used to write St. Lucia Carnival reviews. Not just band launches and portrayals, I also reviewed the parties, even brought my daughter along to do reviews. The energy. The promoters. The vibes. The chaos. The unspoken politics. And if I’m honest, a lot of people didn’t come for cultural analysis. They came for the
I didn’t stop writing because I ran out of things to say. I stopped because life required my full attention. Some seasons ask you to document everything. Others ask you to live quietly and figure things out off-camera. This was one of those seasons. Over the past years, I’ve been learning how to listen, really
