Chief Secretary Farley Augustine hosted a delightful luncheon for seniors in Tobago, emphasizing the event’s profound significance. Citing the biblical story of Sarah, who became pregnant at 90, he conveyed the timeless message that age is no barrier to fulfilling one’s purpose in life.
“Every single one of you still have birthed in you a purpose that can be fulfilled. And while part of that might include taking care of the grandbabies, it is a lot more than that,” Augustine stated. He continued by expressing that during a recent meeting with the Telecommunications Authority, he underwent their digital survey and realized that the elderly are being left behind in the process of digitization.
He strongly encouraged seniors to embrace technology, find time to fulfill their personal purposes, and learn new skills. Augustine also urged them to actively pass their knowledge on to the younger generation, fostering intergenerational learning and connection.
Mrs. Denese Toby-Quashie, Chief Administrator in the Office of the Chief Secretary, also addressed the event. Starting her speech with a poignant quote, she said, “The strength of a society is built on the respect it shows to its elders.” She emphasized that the Chief Secretary Senior Citizens’ Christmas Luncheon is much more than just a gesture of respect.
“You may ask what else is it about? Well, today is also about expressing love. The tradition of the Chief Secretary Senior Citizen’s Christmas Luncheon goes beyond the gesture of respect into the realm of love,” she explained. The luncheon then commenced, with attendees partaking in food and enjoying music performances, celebrating Tobago’s seniors with warmth and appreciation.
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