By Nerissa Hosein. Christmas is right around the corner and many of us are working with a tight budget. While we would like to save our money, we also want to make the most of Christmas, especially for our little ones, so here are a few tips to help us get …
Read More »To do Christmas list
Did you make your to do Christmas list as yet? Or is it something you still need to do? Christmas is around the corner and we asked 50 people around Trinidad and Tobago for activities on their To Do Christmas list. These were the most popular responses: Philips 55″ Class …
Read More »Are you helping to fix crime?
Crime has been a hot button topic in Trinidad and Tobago for a long time now. The public has been calling out for a crime plan to deal with what seems to be an incurable situation. Before we ask others to fix a problem in society, we need to ask …
Read More »Temple in the sea in Waterloo
By Marika Mohammed. Every country in the world has its own wonder, for Trinidad, The Temple in the Sea in Waterloo is one of them. It is not only a place of prayer for people but a reminder that if you want something bad enough you’ll find a way to get …
Read More »The thrill of Toco Beach with friends
By Therese Chung. My dear friend, invited me to Toco Beach and as a Trinidadian who loves life I accepted the invitation. Mellissa advised that we all had a road trip and should meet at her home. We got ten of us together in three vehicles and away we went, heading …
Read More »Smoked herring recipe for the family
This smoked herring recipe goes well with a sandwich made with bread, fried or roasted bake, or with boiled provisions. Estimated preparation time: 10 minutes Estimated cook time: 30 minutes Serving: 4 oannao Silicone Cooking Utensils Set – Heat Resistant Stainless Steel Kitchen Utensils Was US$35.99 Now US$24.64 Buy Now Smoked …
Read More »Woodpeckers drill and drum in San Juan
A family of crimson-crested woodpeckers has taken up residence in San Juan. These woodpeckers are known to live in forests or woodland habitats. They admire the people going in and out of houses, shops, and churches in a community where trees are sparse. Canon EOS 6D Mark II Body Free …
Read More »Road trip to the Toco Lighthouse
By Nadia Ali. The Toco lighthouse is a national landmark, located at Galera Point on the east coast. It sits majestically amid tranquil surroundings. Visitors can relax under the shade of trees at the wooden picnic tables after the long scenic drive and enjoy their home-packed food and drinks. The beautiful …
Read More »Hypothyroidism – tiredness, depression, weight gain
By Nerissa Hosein. “Living with hypothyroidism, I feel as if I am losing it.” It’s tiredness all the time, depression and weight gain. These are only some of the demons that I battle in my daily life being one of the millions of people affected by hypothyroidism. Some periods of …
Read More »Jumbie umbrella after rainfall
The jumbie umbrella or jumbie parasol is the West Indian name for any wild mushroom. They can be seen in abundance on mornings after heavy rainfall and spring up in damp shaded places. These fungi are not considered to be food. A jumbie is defined as a spirit of a …
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