I recall the days when I peered through the window admiring the crystal drops as they fell from the sky. The pitter-patter of raindrops on the roof signalled pure joy, as I often waited in anticipation for it to become a constant shower. Once this … Continue reading The Rain
Author: Cre8Tivmel
Hi I am Cre8Tivmel, a dynamic graphic designer who has chosen this blog to illustrate what my childhood was like growing up in the '70s, in the Borough of Arima on the island of Trinidad W.I.
A Trini Experience
It is amazing how inspite of how old we become we can recall our earliest memories which include scents, sounds, events and friends. Welcome to Childhood Memories, a Trini experience.
The Market
The market place on a Saturday was a social event, particularly for housewives. It provided them with an atmosphere to be updated on the latest gossip and the opportunity to restock their homes with fresh produce. A visit took hours since every few steps mom … Continue reading The Market
Kite Flying
AS A CHILD July/August vacation equated to limitless adventures in Torrecilla. Kite flying was one such exploit. My brothers Henry and Peter were among the older children who had the skill for creating kites with dried cocoyea fex (the stem of a coconut tree leaf), … Continue reading Kite Flying
The Folklore Impact
EACH CULTURE has its own share of legends and folklores, and the Caribbean is no different. We were all told scary folklore stories by the elderly. Growing up in Trinidad W.I. in the early ’70s folklore tales were told as a means of entertainment. In … Continue reading The Folklore Impact
About me
I am Cre8Tivmel. To get a better understanding of others, we must first understand ourselves. Additionally, we must respect and appreciate each others culture. This blog was created to encourage readers participation in my social media communication project, Childhood Memories which spans from September to … Continue reading About me
Childhood Memories 