My Birthday
The fact is I never thought that I would be able to continue as a broadcaster but praise the Lord my show continues to do well. Recently the head of an agency came on the show and after the first show it was decided that the organization has to do two shows each month and not one.
Thanks to the support that I continue to get from listeners and sponsors. Thanks to those persons who monitor me and ensure that I do what is right and thanks to those who assist me in reaching out to others. Thanks to those who not only tell me to watch my diet but send me fruits and other health foods. Thanks also that that person who heard that I needed a computer to assist the hundreds I help each year and she sent a brand new laptop to lend me. Thanks to my doctors, my family members and all those who have done their bit to ensure that the work continues.
I receive between 3,000 to 4,000 messages annually from persons seeking help and I could not do this without your love and your support. I shall continue to serve you to the best of my ability.
Octavia Smith's Poem For My Birthday
The following poem was written by my sister Octavia Smith for me:
Cheers to you Vernon Derby
Big bully, and brother
Seemed hardest to ignore
You delved into our lives
And made it your own
"Donned" you the hat
Of a perfect dude
We just had to listen
Always had to answer
Why? Where?when?
Someone couldve warned us
You had a plan to stay; to reign
And always to hold our hands
Yes! We staged our freedom
To outsmart you even
Ranted, raved
Always ready to run
To breakfree; to escape
Your charge; your challenge
And your company
The world seemed unready for you
You startled, stunned and confused
The minds of many
Now you no longer grasp our hands
But carefully hold our hearts
We bounce against your thick skin
You now listen to our dissent
And our gripe.
Happily you've found a new way
To express your love
And your cheer.
Welcome home
And Happy happy birthday Vernon Derby
By Octavia Smith
Having Fun At Hugh Gentles Party On My Birthday
Today I joined in celebrating with my friend, The Hon. Hugh Gentles, CD, JP who has been appointed Custos of Trelawny. It was a small and lovely gathering of friends and families who came out to congratulate the son of Mass Harry and Miss Phillips from Glastonbury.
Hugh Gentles parents, Harry Gentles and Miss Phillips, ensured that their children were properly brought up. Their two children Hugh and Marcia were good chips from the solid block. I went with them to Lowe River All Age School and they were an example to follow. Mass Harry Gentles' wife was the aunt of Former Leader of the Opposition, Peter Phillips.
Enjoy the pictures below which I captured at the party on Plymouth Avenue in Kingston: (Note: Masks were removed for the pictures to be taken.)
1 comment:
Vernon this seemed to have been a perfect way to celebrate your birthday. I love your sister's poem which speaks to your character and love of family. Continue your good work of service to community. Respect.
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