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The Bermuda family experienced one of its deepest crises on the weekend of December 2, 1977 — the violent conclusion to a five-year period with ten lives lost. Notwithstanding the tragedy, as documented in Jonathan Smith’s latest book, Island Flames,...
DATE: Dec 02, 2015
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Last week, during a late afternoon swim, I was surprised at seeing a thirtysomething woman swim out into the deep water, towards the reef line, by herself.
The weather was not ideal (although not rough) on that day and, in fact, I was the only other...
DATE: Jul 02, 2015
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Dear Jason Hayward,
While I’m not in agreement with the entire contents of your February 23 press statement [regarding the reduction in payroll concessions], I wholeheartedly concur with your sentiments expressed in the last two sentences: “Unless a...
DATE: Mar 03, 2015
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Born Michael King Jr on this day in 1929, MLK’s life was a journey of transformation. His father had declared independence as a teen; turning around a challenged background through perseverance and some luck.
Daddy King changed their names to “Martin...
DATE: Jan 15, 2015
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Being human is difficult. Becoming human is a lifelong process. To be truly human is a gift.
This observation by Abraham Heschel, a Rabbi who had escaped Nazi Germany and subsequently became one of Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s spiritual confidantes, sp...
DATE: Jan 08, 2015
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Today, December 5, marks the first anniversary of the death of Nelson Mandela, a global icon who has left a legacy for us all.
We pause to honour him at a time when we have just secured the America’s Cup, an unprecedented opportunity that offers a pl...
DATE: Dec 05, 2014
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Let’s reflect on the celebration of the 55th anniversary of the success of Bermuda’s Theatre Boycott on July 2 from a local and a global perspective to remind ourselves of the interconnectedness of the world in which we live.
During our planning fo...
DATE: Jul 08, 2014
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The passing of Dr Clifford Maxwell offers an opportunity to remind us all how this quiet man let his actions speak loudly to the upcoming generations. His role as the Principal of the Berkeley Institute for two decades is widely known. However, his m...
DATE: Nov 09, 2013
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Martin Luther King was an icon of a movement that transformed the United States, the roots of which extended from as far as Ghandi’s India and transcended national boundaries, including Bermuda. Obama’s current challenge as a President attempting to ...
DATE: Jan 21, 2013
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While our intellect seeks summary meaning for a story, our soul craves depth; layers of meaning. The Christmas Story is multilayered, offering a sense of mystery. Let’s consider the implications of our general election in the context of that First No...
DATE: Dec 24, 2012
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