Remember or Heard of Those Days? Life was Simple!

REMEMBER THOSE DAYS?  There would be no phones on
that table. Life was simple and there was so much respect for the elderly!

"Family Dinner" Artist: Dianne Dengel Rochester, N.Y.

Reflecting on 2023, a year filled with both highs and lows, it's disheartening to witness the challenges that persist. As we navigate the complexities of the past year, one can't help but ponder what 2024 holds in store.

Recently, I stumbled upon a photo in my social circle, evoking fond memories and prompting me to question the apparent erosion of family values and connections. Will the warmth of those moments return, or are they lost to the currents of change?

The pervasive focus on material pursuits seems to have altered the fabric of our relationships. Regrettably, it appears that technology has played a role in this transformation, leaving little time for genuine human connection. The reverence once accorded to children, women, and the elderly seems to be fading, replaced by a valuation based on possessions rather than inherent worth.

In a world where worth is often measured by possessions, it's disheartening to witness the decline of genuine connections. People are increasingly valued for their tangible assets, with houses, cars, and money overshadowing the intrinsic value of family and friendship. Those without such "benefits" find themselves marginalized and discarded.

Despite the prevailing trends, I find solace in the fact that a significant portion of my life is behind me. The prospect of growing older in a world prioritizing materialism over genuine connections is not one I eagerly anticipate. Nevertheless, as we usher in the new year, I extend warm wishes to all. May the coming year bring a renewed emphasis on the bonds that truly matter amidst the clamour for material success. Happy New Year, dear friends.

Writer, Lois Grant

Lois Grant

Ms Lois Grant - JP, MA, BA.(Hons) Dip Mass Comm, Cert. Broadcast Journalism BBC-London. Lois Grant's involvement in the communications and creative industry began in the newsroom at the now-defunct Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation (JBC). She then went on to head the Public Relations unit, at the now-defunct Grimax Advertising. From there, Grant went into partnership with the creation of the Promotions/Production agency.. Innercity Promotions. Innercity was responsible for the creation of the live dance hall series of concerts at the Harbour View and New Kingston Drive-in cinemas... the firsts in the history of entertainment in Jamaica. At the start of the '90s, Grant formed her own agency under the banner, Corporate Image Communications and Productions. She stood out as a trailblazer in developing several innovative events as well as programmes for corporate brands such as Tastee Limited, Jamaica National Building Society, City of Kingston Cooperative Credit Union, and various government agencies. Looking back Grant notes that she has played her role in changing the political landscape of three Caribbean islands, including Jamaica. Her last assignment before taking early retirement saw her as the Director of Communications in the Office of the Prime Minister of Jamaica from 2007 - early 2013.

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