Out of the village of Grand Bay, your mother gave birth
During the month of May, to a baby with so much worth
It was not always great, even as you mentioned
Sometimes with no breakfast but you just pressed on
As a young son you grew, always taking a look
Even challenging a few, as you read so many books
Your innate talent was borne, while listening to the old
From whom you would learn, our Mother Tongue called Creole
Representing your village, later called South City
Without any entourage, you made it your duty
That you were teaching so many, with so much fervour
You continued your journey, just to discover
You became so engaged, in your native tongue
Filled with so much courage, you reached out to everyone
With humility you visited, the elders with whom you shared
They were always elated, your presence they held so dear
The commercials on the radio, heard with so much emotion
Your messages just flowed, filled with so much passion
You visited the sick, and represented the homeless
It was not any trick, you just experienced their stress
Going to the prison, was no easy task
You were on a mission, no questions to ask
As far as education, the students were introduced
To Reading competitions, which have left them enthused
Even in your pain, you continued your mission
A commitment which was lain, continuing your contribution
Listening to your colleagues, they uttered one voice
It was such an intrigue, they caused many to rejoice
Your family must be commended, being at your side
They have been so committed, and have demonstrated their drive
You have touched many lives, both near and far
I’m sure there will be an archive, of you being such a star!!!!
This is a beautiful poem, fitted for Felix. Marci this is great work.
Miranda C Harris
I know, that’s right
The honour should be now
Great story you hit the nail on the head. Short but true remembering Felix you never see him without a book in hand. Days when he worked at Astaphan’s he would arrive in the morning with Mr. John Rose and Mertle Defoe .He would sit in the old Peugeot reading until he ready to work. Now lot’s of people don’t know that he use to work in the parts department at fond cole. Before joining DBS. I think the government should erect a statue of him in Grand Bay at the top of La Lay.
I do concur, instead of the cross that represents death, which the Europeans eretced. We need to rewrite our story. The Kalinagos, who are the Indigenous people of Waitukubuli and lived along the river called Spring in Grand Bay, would break the wooden crosses that the Europeans made. Afterwards, the Europeans chased them away to the mountains and that’s why there was and still is a heavy presence of the Kalinagos in the areas of Bagatelle, Petite Savanne and Fond St. jean. The Kalinagos had their own form of Spirituality, just as the slaves, who were brought to Dominica. There was also a heavy presence of slaves in Grand Bay from West Africa. The Europeans christianised both Kalinagos and Africans and also prevented the slaves from speaking and practicing their customs.
Felix’ life has been a great example of love, care, compassion, respect, humility empathy etc., and there should really be a monument erected in his honour in his village of Grand Bay.
I know they will
I know Felix spent some time at a hospital in Martinique. But I have been seeing a lot of activities surrounding him lately. Is he that gravely ill? It almost feels like he is at death’s door.
Does that mean he can’t get his honours now? Do we have to continue to be traditioanl?
He just ask a question so just answer.I too am thinking this man must be almost dead. Its the way you are doing it, it makes us think he is not doing great.
I agree give him his flowers while he is living but we just want to know how he is doing.is that too much to ask
And DNo stop not posting my comments.
ADMIN: We have contacted Felix and have asked him put out a statement on his health situation if he is inclined to do so. We have not yet received that statement. However, if he choses not to put out a statement at this time we fully intend to respect his right to privacy and urge the public to do so as well.