Dear Editor,
It appears I have road angels hovering wherever I travel on Jamaica's roads.
I bring to your attention the most recent case in which I was returning from the Sangster International Airport, heading north, on February 3, 2014. No later than 8:30 pm it became apparent that I had a flat tyre smack in the middle of the troubled Flanker area of Montego Bay. Being aware of the infamy of the area, I tried to 'rim' the car past the dark area to the nearest gas station in Ironshore, but it just couldn't make it. I then stopped to see if I could address the problem.
Nervous, I took the spare tyre and tools out. But before I could crack a nut or jack the car, up drove a van which had passed but reversed and enquired if I was OK. Realising my predicament, he parked, came over, and got down to jacking up the car and changed the tyre with amazing efficiency, all while informing me that this is not a safe area, so tarrying is not advisable. After completion, he ensured that I drove off ahead of him, out of harms way, before overtaking and disappearing in the distance.
His name is Neil Graham, who goes by the alias "Baba". Baba told me that he felt the 'spirit' to stop and help me, and remarked that God always sends angels to help good people. I really felt blessed!
This goodly gentleman lives in Greenwood and works as a ramp attendant at the Sangster International Airport. Thank you so much for your care, Mr Graham.
As a Jamaican, it gives me a great sense of pride and natural obligation to highlight wonderful people who go beyond the norm to take care of their fellow men, whether it be me or
someone else. I share the good spirit and intentions of this Jamaican, which is the hallmark of the majority of the island's populace.
Win Smith
winsvista@yahoo.com
Angel 'Baba' to the rescue
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It appears I have road angels hovering wherever I travel on Jamaica's roads.
I bring to your attention the most recent case in which I was returning from the Sangster International Airport, heading north, on February 3, 2014. No later than 8:30 pm it became apparent that I had a flat tyre smack in the middle of the troubled Flanker area of Montego Bay. Being aware of the infamy of the area, I tried to 'rim' the car past the dark area to the nearest gas station in Ironshore, but it just couldn't make it. I then stopped to see if I could address the problem.
Nervous, I took the spare tyre and tools out. But before I could crack a nut or jack the car, up drove a van which had passed but reversed and enquired if I was OK. Realising my predicament, he parked, came over, and got down to jacking up the car and changed the tyre with amazing efficiency, all while informing me that this is not a safe area, so tarrying is not advisable. After completion, he ensured that I drove off ahead of him, out of harms way, before overtaking and disappearing in the distance.
His name is Neil Graham, who goes by the alias "Baba". Baba told me that he felt the 'spirit' to stop and help me, and remarked that God always sends angels to help good people. I really felt blessed!
This goodly gentleman lives in Greenwood and works as a ramp attendant at the Sangster International Airport. Thank you so much for your care, Mr Graham.
As a Jamaican, it gives me a great sense of pride and natural obligation to highlight wonderful people who go beyond the norm to take care of their fellow men, whether it be me or
someone else. I share the good spirit and intentions of this Jamaican, which is the hallmark of the majority of the island's populace.
Win Smith
winsvista@yahoo.com
Angel 'Baba' to the rescue
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