Sandy loves the Caribbean Islands! He's always excited to talk and share about these beautiful Islands. Always! About the picturesque, breathtaking places with an intriguing past! About the pleasant peoples with their warmth and welcome! And about the passions and pursuits of these people, and how these always excite, invite, and inspire! Here, Dr. Sandy writes in simple poetry and prose about the Caribbean Islands: its stories, its secrets, and its surprises! His style strives to rekindle delight and wonder, hope and love, and kindness and caring. He encourages connections and community values in our daily life. Especially about life in these beautiful Islands. Here is an invitation to pause, and to enjoy your time in this poetic garden. Read and indulge in the fine art of poetry, images, remembering, and storytelling. And then share with others as you choose! These poems sparkle as brightly as life in the Islands! Sandy’s poetic gems reveal secrets and surprises. He generously shares his deep love and appreciation for his homeland. —Carol Good, Poet, “Alive & 65: a celebration” Writer, world traveller and enthusiastic advocate of Caribbean living, Dr. Sandy B. Kissoon-Singh gives us insider love. Songs of praise and joy for this special Island life. Colours, scents, seascapes, spectacular landfalls, gentle beaches. —Patricia Keeney, Poet, novelist, Theatre and Literary Critic. Professor of Literature and Creative Writing, at York University, Toronto, Canada. All the proceeds from the sale of this book, all 100%, will be used to support the young children in the Caribbean Islands. Regardless of colour, creed or race; each child on these islands, and indeed the world, deserves our collective best! Sharing our best is a timeless privilege!