Not Proud of these

I have never been involved directly with the Sugar Cane Industry especially since I am from Orange Walk Town proper. But I would be silly to deny that all Orange Walkeños have a direct stake in the industry. I think I know almost all persons who work at the sugar factory or many...feels like all. When it comes of the actual cañeros, I know some who have the name since they somehow deliver cane without ever owning a cane truck or much less visiting a canefield but do not know any "real" cañeros.

I can remember the cane trucks traveling up to the sugar factory as long as I have had life and nothing much has changed. Now, I love technology, and thus, have wondered how time did not affect the look of the cane trucks. They seem to have been frozen in time.

The cañeros refusal to respect the readings of something that is called a "core sampler" reminds me of some people at the jobplace that thought that the computer and MSExcel and MSword etc. was a waste a time.

I am not proud of the fact that BSI as an industry did ensure that the cañeros kept updated with technology.

I am not proud of the fact that some cañeros rather deliver low quality cane and expect the industry to turn a blind eye to it and pay. Imagine you own a vegetable stand at the market. Would you pay the same price for low quality veggies as for better quality ones?

I am not proud of the fact that the two sides rather play the blame game than fixing things for good.

I have always thought that the 'real' cañeros deserved a larger slice of the sugar industry's earnings. But I have also felt that they do not do enough to show that they deserve. Like everyone else they need to keep up with the times. Some have mired themselves in debt and have little choice.

My opinion on this is purely from the outside looking in. So this is how it all reaches me and I could be totally wrong.

What I am sure of is that the Belizean government at the highest levels should have solved this from the onset. Maybe, they too are busy blaming someone for something.

Hey let's concentrate on solutions. This I would be proud of...anyday.

Make a Promise Kept

WRONG!
When speaking to the nation our 'leaders' ought to be mindful of what they are saying and in lieu of that they should keep their mouths shut. Granted, speaking "correct" English may be an impossibility but there must be an deliberate attempt not to make mistakes. This comes with preparation.

More so, these errors should be minimal if one is acting as the minister responsible for the education of Belizean children. But, these inaccuracies will occur when one is more concerned with bickering and speaking as if you are still in opposition than with governing.

Google this..."make a promise kept", a line used at the HoR last house sitting. Not a webpage is indexed with it.

It goes without saying and without the need for propaganda. The government of the day both central and local (in Orange Walk) are clueless when it comes to governing without their spirit of vengeance interfering. Hatred sometimes feels like the way to go but it only leads you astray. The Belizean government at Jan 2009 have placed blinders not only to the side of the eyes but in some cases on top. They are so intent on "correcting" the past misdeeds of some while neglecting the present... the Belizean people.

A newscaster on American TV commented on how George W. Bush had ratings lower than stomach cramps. And, he, the newscaster, doesn't know of much countries that still have a peaceful transition given said circumstances. Well yes, we do here in Belize.

We must keep our haven peaceful no matter what. But also, we must be economically independent and self-sufficient no matter what.

First, we must start with having the right people to do the basics--have functional drains, keep streets navigable, efficient garbage collection, to name a few.

Keep your promises, you all. They ARE meant to be kept. If u cannot do the job, do the honourable thing and resign or do the logical thing and wait to be voted out by our savvy Orange Walkeños.

Reasons why I rather the cold to the rain in Orange Walk

1. Does not get you wet and give you a cold. (well hmm)
   
2. You do not sweat while walking down the streets. (depends)
   
3. Vehicles do not spray you with mud as you walk the streets. (or drive)
   
4. You can see the craters in the streets as you drive. (or walk)
   
5. You can wear the nice long sleeves to cover the old uniform.
6. It reminds you of Christmas.
7. The warm hug of the loved one is so much nicer.

Alas, the dust from the streets start building but who cares I still rather the nippy cold.

Winter time in the northern hemisphere is in its full swing so expect more of this nice weather. All is not always good though, since the coming of a cold front brings in rain that forms as the cold air meets the warm. The water vapour in the atmosphere condenses and we get rain just at the boundary of the cold air mass, this is literally the FRONT of the air mass or cold front. We later enjoy the back of this front since where there is no condensation.

How many times did you hear this week, "mein I love this weather?" How many times did you say it? Sad to say but I have heard at least one person say, that they love the warm sticky weather. Yap!

Hey, still following Obama right? How about our very own soap opera usually called "the town board?" You still following?

Hey, just wanted to stick this one in today. See ya soon.

El cambio

Sometimes unimportant things happen an creole seh "dat dah small change." Then once in a while we beam with satisfaction that something has "gahn laahj."

Tomorrow the United States of America will go extra extra large. Barack Hussien Obama will move from mythical president-elect to beyond real President of the United States. He is part of MLK's Dream right before our very eyes. Have you been marveled by MJ, Tiger, Phelps, Lance or Sampras? Well, if you have had that feeling it is a mere prelude to the THE INAUGURATION tomorrow Jan 20. This will be the political(not to mention social, economical and racial) equal to man travelling the speed of light.

The television ratings do not have the appropriate measure to gauge tomorrow!

Historic is an understatement. Epic might be in the neighborhood.

The lawn at DC will fit one person per 2 square feet imagine!

Is all of this relevant to you? I have not a clue. Is it relevant to me. Yes it is! In the very least it is a glittering example of what we need. Belizeans need the feeling of HOPE that things can be better for them and their children. Our leaders and citizenry alike ought to learn from that monumental parade to change.

Sometime people hate on the USA. But give them a chance they fly out quickly to Miami, LA, NY etc. We know that not all is bad with Uncle Sam. Obama for all intents is only good for the USA and also for the world.

Tomorrow all satellites and fiber optics will be hot with delight. People from every nook and cranny will be looking on...and so will I. Will YOU?

Change was already cliché. Obama purged that label and exposed it. Change has come to the United States.

So what are we waiting for?