Baobab Magic
I spent the last two weeks in Barbados on holiday and found time once again to go visit the oldest tree on the island, my favourite tree the Baobab tree in Bridgetown’s Queen Park. This is a ritual I’ve adopted every time I’m on the island. My visits to the island every year never feel complete until I have made time to go visit the Baobab.
This trip I was accompanied by my friend from the UK, Sandra Richards who is now living on the island and working at the University of the West Indies.
It was a lovely moment sharing this treasure with Sandra who shared in my delight at this exquisite specimen.
It was strange, as the cricketers playing Saturday afternoon cricket had turned the ground around the tree into a parking lot. It seemed unnatural the sight of modern day cars juxtaposed against the backdrop of this ancient tree especially as I have been feeling more and more that this tree needs to be provided with some form of secure protection given it’s history and it’s heritage.
Still I am confident that this tree will be with us for many years and moons to come.
Enjoy this month’s photos and self-portraits of Sandra and I visiting The Queens Park Baobab tree.
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2 Comments to Baobab Magic
by Sandra Richards
On September 1, 2013 at 3:09 pm
It was a thrill being introduced to this substantial specimen. Africa is the origin and it represents its origin well. The Baobab stood with sprawlng branches and a humungous trunk. The look resembled the skin of Elders, with a sheen and quality that demanded closer proximity. Jackee you allowed me the privilege of sharing your tree and witnessing your ritual. I was in awe of the blossoms and the different shapes, nooks and creatures it mimicked depending on which side I stood. I will certainly visit again. Give Thanks.
by Jackee
On September 11, 2013 at 2:39 pm
These photo’s always make me smile.
I am glad the Baobab now has a new friend.
Send me some photo’s when you visit.