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Re: FYI
[Re: Barbara]
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10/25/2015 04:32 PM
10/25/2015 04:32 PM
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Posts: 7,132 St Louis, MO
SXMNorm
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Thanks for all your great and valuable info, Barbara.
Next SXM visit -November 2023. Also January 2024.
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Re: FYI
[Re: Barbara]
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10/26/2015 08:07 AM
10/26/2015 08:07 AM
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BeachKitten
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Barbara, without your input on this board there are several perspectives and causes that I fear would not have received attention or crowd fundraising. You brought them to a wider audience by your participation here.. Perhaps you may not be aware of the impact you have had, but quietly and behind the scenes we often do further research on our own about the things you bring up related to the island environment, etc.
Scholarships.
Be The Change
Nature Foundation
And most recently the Officer Benjamin fund coordinated with Soc.
Island landmarks and artwork, such as One-Tété Lohkay at the circle, I explored the history because of you.
It may feel good to make a dramatic statement and do a "mike drop". But please realize that not all of us can be painted with such a broad brush. You know that you have many supporters here. Take some deep breaths, step away.....and hopefully you will realize that "yes"....there are ugly, ignorant, and selfish people in this world. But not all of us are.
"It is good to do nothing all day, and then to rest"
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Re: FYI
[Re: BeachKitten]
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10/26/2015 09:02 AM
10/26/2015 09:02 AM
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Posts: 13,440 Peaceful Eastern North Carolin...
GaKaye
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BeachKitten said: Barbara, without your input on this board there are several perspectives and causes that I fear would not have received attention or crowd fundraising. You brought them to a wider audience by your participation here.. Perhaps you may not be aware of the impact you have had, but quietly and behind the scenes we often do further research on our own about the things you bring up related to the island environment, etc.
Scholarships.
Be The Change
Nature Foundation
And most recently the Officer Benjamin fund coordinated with Soc.
Island landmarks and artwork, such as One-Tété Lohkay at the circle, I explored the history because of you.
It may feel good to make a dramatic statement and do a "mike drop". But please realize that not all of us can be painted with such a broad brush. You know that you have many supporters here. Take some deep breaths, step away.....and hopefully you will realize that "yes"....there are ugly, ignorant, and selfish people in this world. But not all of us are. Bravo! I couldn't agree more! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />
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Re: FYI
[Re: Barbara]
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10/26/2015 12:10 PM
10/26/2015 12:10 PM
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Posts: 1,241 North NJ, 1720 miles from Para...
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I too hope you will reconsider. It has been a pleasure reading your posts and your perspective is truly unique since you are not only a long time resident but also a US expat. Your stories and insight has been invaluable.
It's not easy to deal with such a large group of very different people. We all love the island (although sometimes it doesn't seem that way) and sometimes that love makes us react strongly without thinking. It's very hard to interpret what people actually mean or feel by just reading what is written in a post. So much of what we mean can't be conveyed because you can't see expressions. There's also no way to have a quiet give and take discussion since there is a lag between what is written and a response. As has been very obvious here, we don't know the background or history behind most of what goes on on the island. I hope you will reconsider and help us mere visitors understand what it is that make the island the place we love so much. Respectfully (thank you Pat, I love that all of your posts are signed this way), Kathleen
That's why I wander and follow La Vie Dansante, that's all I want, La Vie Dansante (JB)
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Re: FYI
[Re: BeachKitten]
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10/26/2015 01:20 PM
10/26/2015 01:20 PM
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Todd
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I also would agree with BeachKitten.
Barbara, you and your family have done great things with others in mind.
Take care, hope to see you on island. Todd
I prefer the Isle seat
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Re: FYI
[Re: january]
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10/26/2015 05:43 PM
10/26/2015 05:43 PM
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Posts: 568 Bucks County, PA
snuba
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Barbra Sorry to see it come to this. Have enjoyed your input, it will be missed, as was the input of the other local's that no longer post here. Hope to follow your post's on other sites. Best wishes.
Life is short, travel the World.
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Re: FYI
[Re: Teresasxm]
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10/27/2015 05:42 AM
10/27/2015 05:42 AM
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Posts: 1,764 Quebec
kish
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Teresasxm said: My dear Barbara and her wonderful "Gardener", You have no idea the joy you have brought me and other people on TTOL over the years. Your insight and love for St. Maarten shines through in every informative post you make. Your pictures of the island the way it used to be are amazing. I studied every photo you posted and relished each and every one. Every time you posted about an issue on the island I took notice and learned as much as I could so I could be an informed and helpful visitor.
As in life, there are people who may hurt us with their words and actions. I am only guessing what may have caused you to back away from TTOL...but like my fellow posters above me, please know how much you and your insights into island life are loved and respected. Reconsider and come back soon...
TTOL needs your Voice, information and opinions.
Respectfully, Teresa Well said!! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />
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