As a North American when you think of
carnival you probably think of a fair, circus or amusement show. Others may think of women and men dancing on
each other with little to nothing on, reggae music, and colorful costumes. However,
it is so much more behind the meaning of carnival. The rich history of
carnival, the meaning of the costumes worn, the actual celebration, and
indulgence of island foods such as; jerk chicken, curry chicken & goat,
plantain and array of spices. Carnival is celebrated in almost every Caribbean
island but the best one is in Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad is known as the carnival capital of
the Caribbean, or “the mother of all West Indian carnivals. Its vibrant colors,
unique costumes, masquerading, immaculate food, and music has evolved into a
celebration that now reaches many parts of the world.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Blog Post #6
My research paper is going to be on Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago, explaining the who, what, when, and where out it. The differences in the costumes that are worn and the meaning behind them. Trinidad carnival goes all the way back to the 18th century. The free African Americans and Caucasian planned masquerade balls at Christmas as a "goodbye to the flesh" before lent season. Some challenges that I am facing with the research paper is making sure the paper is long enough and making sure its set up and written the right way.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Blog #3
The narrative Tetiyette is a short story about a young girl who is hard to please until something really catches her eye like the devil. The devil had been preying on her for a minute and he had to wait for the right time. He wore flashy clothes to grab her attention because he knew she would like that. Her mom and dad told her to be careful with him and if the blood flows he is human but if slime oozes he is the devil. which of course slime oozes but she didn't care because she was so in love. She told her mom that blood flowed and her mom went along with it. He made her fall in love with him and he begin taking advantage of her (eating her). Once Tetiyette realized what was going on and called for help it was to late and her parents didn't help her because they told her to be careful and she didn't listen.. The father said " Agh! I don't give a damn! I had already warned her to beware.". Meaning she should've listened the first time instead of when something bad is happening. But her brother wanted to help and he did because that was his only sister and he felt bad so he really saved her life. I believe the intended audience is kids because of it using the characters as animals but it can also be for adults about loving people for the wrong reasons. The message I believe to be is don't judge a book by its cover. The devil put on a cover up with all the jewelry and telling her nice things just because he wanted to eat her because he had been preying on her for a long time. She used the devil as a character because the devil represents evil and/or bad but can be conveyed to be something else which is why he came to her as this nice person with flashy jewelry but once she got comfortable with him the devil came out. The pig was used because if you think about it nobody wants a pig as a husband, which would be probably fat, sloppy, and ugly to a young girl, so that's why she rejected him. The goat was use because the goat would come off as a nice, pushover type of person and a young girl wouldn't want that either.
The narrative Tetiyette is a short story about a young girl who is hard to please until something really catches her eye like the devil. The devil had been preying on her for a minute and he had to wait for the right time. He wore flashy clothes to grab her attention because he knew she would like that. Her mom and dad told her to be careful with him and if the blood flows he is human but if slime oozes he is the devil. which of course slime oozes but she didn't care because she was so in love. She told her mom that blood flowed and her mom went along with it. He made her fall in love with him and he begin taking advantage of her (eating her). Once Tetiyette realized what was going on and called for help it was to late and her parents didn't help her because they told her to be careful and she didn't listen.. The father said " Agh! I don't give a damn! I had already warned her to beware.". Meaning she should've listened the first time instead of when something bad is happening. But her brother wanted to help and he did because that was his only sister and he felt bad so he really saved her life. I believe the intended audience is kids because of it using the characters as animals but it can also be for adults about loving people for the wrong reasons. The message I believe to be is don't judge a book by its cover. The devil put on a cover up with all the jewelry and telling her nice things just because he wanted to eat her because he had been preying on her for a long time. She used the devil as a character because the devil represents evil and/or bad but can be conveyed to be something else which is why he came to her as this nice person with flashy jewelry but once she got comfortable with him the devil came out. The pig was used because if you think about it nobody wants a pig as a husband, which would be probably fat, sloppy, and ugly to a young girl, so that's why she rejected him. The goat was use because the goat would come off as a nice, pushover type of person and a young girl wouldn't want that either.
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
blog#2
The island I have adopted is Trinidad and Tobago which is a Caribbean island located in South America. The official language is English but they also speak other languages like Trinidadian English creole, Tobagonian creole, & Trinidadian Hindustani. They have 3 different types of governments which are, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, & constitutional republic. Trinidad and Tobago is known for is Carnival celebration. Its also the birthplace for steel pan, the limbo, and a musical outlet Soca. Its different foods to eat there like a popular dish Pelau- a rice based dish- stewed chicken, macaroni pie, & oxtails. Its a multi-religion nation, its largest religion group is the Protestant Christians, Roman Catholic Christians, Hindus, and Muslims.
Traveling to Trinidad & Tobago
U.S. Citizens do not require a Tourist Visa to enter Trinidad and Tobago. However, you will need a valid passport to travel there. You can travel there through an airplane, American Airlines, a round trip there will cost you $341 and it only makes one stop which is in Miami, duration is 6h 36m. There are multiple places you can stay like a hotel or villa. One place that looks satisfying and if you like luxury is the Villa Being, Arnos Vale, Trinidad & Tobago which is a villa like housing with your own private pool. Its also near the airport so it won't cost you much hassle finding it. To stay there for 5 days will cost you about $397. If you are looking for somewhere to stay on a budget but still enjoyable, you can stay at the Airport-suites Hotel. It offers free airport shuttle, dining, an outdoor pool and a swim-up bar. To stay there for 5 days will cost you about $74. Its located at 7 Factory Rd, Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago.
There are many places to go while visiting Trinidad and Tobago but some stand out more than others. You can go to Diego Martin which is a small town west of the capital city of Port of Spain and visit Macqueripe Bay for the beach and zip-lining. Also Williams Bay which features a boardwalk, as well as a pier for commercial and recreational boating. If you like the outside, nature, birds you can go to the Trinidad Rain forest Hike to Waterfall which is a walk through the rain forest which leads to a 65-foot waterfall where you can swim. It will cost you about $110 per person. Theres also a Trinidad Mud Volcano Hike and Food Experience, which is a full-day tour of Trinidad's historic, natural , and cultural areas. You will sample delicious East Indian cuisine in the 'doubles capital'. To get to the volcano you will have to hike through an abandoned sugar cane plantation. The volcano is a large circular pool of clay filled material. They say that the mud from the volcanoes cleans and rejuvenates your skin! After that you will hike to a calm and warm beach which is perfect for washing all of the mud. This will cost you about $130. If you are trying to shop, eat, movies, etc then you should visit C3 Centre which is a mall. Located in San Fernando, Trinidad.
The island I have adopted is Trinidad and Tobago which is a Caribbean island located in South America. The official language is English but they also speak other languages like Trinidadian English creole, Tobagonian creole, & Trinidadian Hindustani. They have 3 different types of governments which are, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, & constitutional republic. Trinidad and Tobago is known for is Carnival celebration. Its also the birthplace for steel pan, the limbo, and a musical outlet Soca. Its different foods to eat there like a popular dish Pelau- a rice based dish- stewed chicken, macaroni pie, & oxtails. Its a multi-religion nation, its largest religion group is the Protestant Christians, Roman Catholic Christians, Hindus, and Muslims.
Traveling to Trinidad & Tobago
There are many places to go while visiting Trinidad and Tobago but some stand out more than others. You can go to Diego Martin which is a small town west of the capital city of Port of Spain and visit Macqueripe Bay for the beach and zip-lining. Also Williams Bay which features a boardwalk, as well as a pier for commercial and recreational boating. If you like the outside, nature, birds you can go to the Trinidad Rain forest Hike to Waterfall which is a walk through the rain forest which leads to a 65-foot waterfall where you can swim. It will cost you about $110 per person. Theres also a Trinidad Mud Volcano Hike and Food Experience, which is a full-day tour of Trinidad's historic, natural , and cultural areas. You will sample delicious East Indian cuisine in the 'doubles capital'. To get to the volcano you will have to hike through an abandoned sugar cane plantation. The volcano is a large circular pool of clay filled material. They say that the mud from the volcanoes cleans and rejuvenates your skin! After that you will hike to a calm and warm beach which is perfect for washing all of the mud. This will cost you about $130. If you are trying to shop, eat, movies, etc then you should visit C3 Centre which is a mall. Located in San Fernando, Trinidad.
Thursday, January 10, 2019
About Me
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I am 19 years old I am from Fulton County ( Union City). I graduated from Newton High School which is in Covington, Ga. I also have attended Albany State University for a year, it was pretty fun. My favorite color is pink, i love pink all shades of it. I love to shop especially for shoes, I'm in love with shoes! In my free time I get on Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, & Pinterest. I also have a interest in doing hair, all types.
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