SHAWNETTE SOMNER
Giving is priceless
Shawnette Somner: It’s difficult for most of us to fathom the amount of funding necessary to support programmes that enhance the personal growth and development particularly for our youth.
Hispanic residents display a warm sense of community
Shawnette Somner: It was clearly evident from the Celebremos de dia de la Hispanidad event that those who are residing on our shores are a tight knit community. They seem to love each other and look out for each other.
The power of music
Shawnette Somner: We should encourage our young people to become exposed to music and to play an instrument from a young age.
Savour the time with your family
Shawnette Somner: There’s a feeling in the air and although I’m not quite sure what it is, I must admit that for now. I’m enjoying it.
What have you learned from the past year?
Shawnette Somner: It always amazes me how the end of a year causes us to reflect upon all the things that have happened and forces us to make decisions on how we might choose to do things differently in the upcoming year.
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Be sure to reward good service - it'll catch on
Shawnette Somner: For too long customer service standards have been falling — now it's time to raise the bar.
OPINION
It's vital to discover where your child's genuine interests lie
Shawnette Somner: Despite discussions about the misbehaviour of young people, a large number of them are excelling in academics, sports, the arts, and the like.
The vital role grandparents can play in rearing children
Shawnettte Somner: The lessons I learned from [my grandparents] as I've grown to adulthood have been more valuable than any text book would ever have been able to teach.
Our youth need to be taught the value of hospitality
Shawnette Somner: One cannot truly appreciate anything unless they understand the purpose of it and the importance of their role in it.
My show is back!
Shawnette Somner: I am thankful to all of the listeners who have supported Generations since it began in January 2012 and I hope you’ll also continue to read my weekly articles here in the Bermuda Sun.
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