Oh what a beautiful little island you are, resting in the Caribbean Sea among white sand beaches and crystal clear water. Your lush green trees and the sweet smell of spices lets everyone know you are the Spice Isle. But past the beaches and the beautiful scenery lives the place I have learned to call home, my sweet Grenada. You see, behind those beaches and trees there live the humblest of people, who are willing to stretch out a hand to help, feed you food from their table, open their homes and greet you with the biggest smile. For the determination of the people to live their destiny and reach for the stars, its hard not to call everyone family. But you are family, many of meals I've shared, and many of tears I've shed for you Grenada.
Your Carenage has given me a place of peace, a moment of silence and the ability to rest in sincere gratitude for the opportunity you have given me. The world knew Grenada was one of a kind when it created your lovely views, hold on to these pictures, for they will bring peace to many in the years to come.
Grenada, as the times continue to move forward and the world begins to change, remember to always hold on to your truth. The small things that make you unique, like this road side vegetable stand, remind me that life must be taken slowly and with appreciation for the days you are given. The fertile land you bear has fed me the best vegetables I've ever had, and the conversations by the road always leave me laughing.
How could I forget the always memorable moments that involve 3 for 10 dollar beers and roadside rum shops? The availability of the good time always helped me enjoy the long days of work or the boring weekends. I learned to play pool in your rum shops, tried homemade rum, cooked your local dish Oildown, watched countless sunsets and even managed to fend off some overly aggressive island men. These shops didn't have clocks or deadlines, work or meetings, and always involved good company and plenty laughs, and for that I thank you Grenada.
Grenada, for what you have taught me over the last 27 months, I will never be able to repay. You have given me the opportunity to grow personally and professionally with the help of your culture, your people and your love. You embraced me, pushed me down, picked me back up again and finally sent me into the world, equip with your knowledge, your humility, your honesty and your passion for humankind. Grenada will always be a part of my life and the people with forever hold a place in my heart.
My sweet Grenada, until next time....
One Love,
Mackenzie
