Saturday, 11 January 2025

MY HEALING JOURNEY

 



In the quiet moments of my soul, I reflect on the miraculous journey that brought me from near death to the radiant light of healing. It’s a story that I love to tell.

Nineteen years ago, in 2005, the word “cancer” echoed through the walls of the doctor’s office in Trinidad. She said she could not help me and I needed to go abroad.

It was as if time stood still, and the world blurred around me. Fear clutched at my heart, threatening to drown me in its icy grip, and my husband was just as stunned. But in that very moment, a flicker of hope ignited.

We returned home and in the quiet of my room, I knelt by my bed, tears streaming down my face. I poured out my heart to the One who gave his life for my salvation, the One who holds the universe together, and the One who knows the number of cells in my body.

I whispered, “Jesus you healed the woman with the issue of blood when she reached out and touched your garment. I cannot touch your garment but I am appealing to your kind heart. Please heal me and take this burden from me.”

A peace settled over me. It was as if a gentle hand cradled my trembling body. My husband walked into the room and said that he had called my daughter, Michelle, in Miami, and she made an appointment for me to see a renowned oncologist, Dr. Leo Twiggs, at the Sylvester Cancer Centre at the University of Miami Hospital. My husband had already made flight arrangements.

Friends and family rallied around me, praying with fervour.

Seven months later after chemotherapy, scans, tests, and surgery, the doctor’s voice held a different tone: “You are cancer-free. Go home and enjoy the rest of your life.”

The medical team smiled and looked at me. I thanked them, but I knew the Great Physician had touched me. He had answered my prayers.

Today, I stand on the other side of that diagnosis. The scars are reminders of His grace. I lift my hands in praise, not just for physical healing but also for the healing of my spirit. Jesus—the One who walked dusty roads, healed lepers, and raised the dead, touched me.

So, here I am, penning this testimony. It’s not just ink on paper; it’s etched into my very being. I am a living testament to love that defies reason, to grace that surpasses understanding. Jesus healed me, and I will honour and praise His Holy Name forever.

I hope that my testimony will help others to never give up despite their ailments and they will hand over their burdens to Jesus.

Healing by the Almighty is a gift worth celebrating every day of my life.

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Thursday, 2 January 2025

FREE KINDLE DOWNLOAD OF HUMMING BIRD MAGAZINE III 2025

 



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We are pleased to announce the new release of our CIESART MAGAZINE - HUMMING BIRD III in January 2025, available in Kindle and Paperback.

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From: Saturday, January 4, 2025, 12:00 AM PST     

To: Wednesday, January 8, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

HUMMING BIRD is an annual magazine of the International Chamber of Writers and Artists [CIESART] – Trinidad and Tobago.

This third issue of Humming Bird Magazine is themed on Climate Change, Love, Peace, and Humanity.

The contents include an exquisite poetry collection and articles composed by key persons – President Brenda Mohammed, Vice-president Florabelle Lutchman, and Director Fiona Gobin— who worked as a team to compile the magazine.

The highlights of the annual awards function at the Medinaceli Palace in Spain in December 2024 will enthrall you.

The magazine features two special interviews.

Our anthem defines our mission.

The Trinidad and Tobago Arm of the International Chamber of Writers and Artists

Stand for change with music, art, and lyrics.

Spreading our wings worldwide across seas and sky,

We join hands with all nations to raise our voices high.

As sisters and brothers of one Creator, God Almighty,

To create a better world, for peace, brotherhood, and humanity.”

Let the Humming Bird Magazine delight your curiosity.

Its wings beat in rhythm with your heart and will carry you to unknown places.

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Sunday, 29 December 2024

BLESSINGS IN THE NEW YEAR 2025

 


HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025

 

Let’s ring out the old and ring in the new.

It’s time to step out of the familiar shoe.

The year 2024 proved to be a wonderful one.

Despite medical hurdles, it was lots of fun.

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Let each day count in the New Year.

Start each day with a fervent prayer.

Formulate a plan and leave no room for regrets.

Make new memories that you’ll never forget.

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Don’t allow discouragement to drown your dreams.

Stick to your New Year's resolutions by all means.

It may seem that life is slowly ebbing away.

Make the effort and remember hard work always pays.

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I thank God for loving friends and family,

Who stood by my side consistently.

We do not know what lies ahead in the New Year.

Keep on approaching our Creator in prayer.

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In 2025 I wish you many rich blessings,

Peace, joy, health, love, and continuous happiness.

May all of your dreams be fulfilled this year.

And may prosperity follow you and yours everywhere.

Copyright@BrendaMohammed

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Friday, 27 December 2024

JOIN CIESART TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

 





The International Chamber of Writers & Artists - CIESART Trinidad and Tobago, is an arm of CIESART GLOBAL.
A Facebook group has been set up to share the great work CIESART has been doing for Peace, Love, Humanity, Arts, and Culture. 
You can apply for membership in this worthy organization that is legally registered in Spain, Peru, and Switzerland.
There is much to learn and many benefits to gain by joining.
GLOBAL PRESIDENT- Lily Baylon
PRESIDENT - Brenda Mohammed
VICE-PRESIDENT - Florabelle Lutchman
DIRECTOR - Fiona Gobin


Friday, 20 December 2024

TRINIDADIAN AUTHOR BRENDA MOHAMMED HONOURED WITH DIPLOMA OF RECOGNITION 2024 FROM CIESART GLOBAL

 



CIESART Organization, in the person of their legal representative, Dr.hc. Lic. Lily R. Baylon, CEO & Founding President of CIESART and its entire Founding Board issued Diplomas of Recognition of Merit to outstanding personalities for their cultural & social development in 2024, constant contribution to the Institution, and recognition of their outstanding careers in the literary, artistic and cultural fields.
The present document is supported by CIESART, which is registered in the Public Registers of SUNARP National Superintendent, and the Register of Associations of the Ministry of the Interior of the Kingdom of Spain.
It has the support of outstanding UNESCO Specialists Organization of the United Nations for Education, Science, and Culture, Officials appointed by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Peru, and awarded in the framework of the V Congress of Writers & Artists CIESART SPAIN 2024, with the support of the City Council of Medinaceli Soria Castile & León Spain.
Thank you, President Lily Baylon Escritora and CIESART GLOBAL, for this recognition of merit for social and cultural development in 2024.


Thursday, 5 December 2024

INTERVIEW BY BRENDA MOHAMMED AND EDITOR OF DIPON MAGAZINE

 


Thanks to Shakil Kalam, Editor, my Interview was published in DIPON MAGAZINE in Bangladesh.
Here is my Interview:
                             Brenda Mohammed, Trinidad and Tobago
Question: Please introduce yourself mentioning your birthday, place, education, publications, and profession.
Answer: I am Brenda Mohammed from San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago with qualifications in Banking, Insurance, and Writing. I was a former successful Bank Manager at Republic Bank Limited, formerly Barclays Bank D.C.O, in Trinidad.
When I retired from Banking I moved into Insurance where I qualified for the Million Dollar Round Table, the Premier Association for Financial Professionals, [MDRT], for six consecutive years.
After a near-death experience with cancer and a miraculous recovery after treatment and surgery at the Sylvester Cancer Centre at the University of Miami Hospital, I started writing. To date, I have published 62 books and a five-series screenplay for my sci-fi thriller Zeeka Chronicles: Revenge of Zeeka. I am now a multi-award-winning author by profession. My birthday falls on December 1st.
Question: When and how did you start writing and who inspired you?
Answer: I was inspired to write a memoir after my bout with cancer. I wanted to let readers know that cancer does not have to be a death sentence. The book titled I AM CANCER FREE became a bestseller and I was encouraged to keep on writing.
Question: What are the components of your write-ups? How do you enjoy it?
Answer: My genres include memoirs, science fiction, romance, self-help, mystery, children’s books, psychological thrillers, Christian books, poetry, magazines, and poetry anthologies. I love writing. Many of my books received five-star reviews from Reader’s Favorite International, and many attained the No. 1 bestseller ranking on the new release. I wrote a memoir, My Life as a Banker, about my experiences at the bank, from manual to automation to computerization, and my involvement in the expansion and changes the bank underwent. It won second prize for Best Memoir in the Metamorph Publishing Awards in the USA. I won two awards from Reader’s Favorite International for my science fiction book, ‘Zeeka Chronicles’ in the Young Adult category. Thriller, and my Memoir, ‘I am Cancer Free’ in the category Health and Fitness. Barry Holmes Mysteries was a finalist in the Independent Author Awards 2024 hosted by Literary Global Awards. Three of my books have won gold awards in Connection Emagazine Readers’ Choice Awards Zeeka Chronicles, Stories People Love, and How to Write for Success.
Question: Being a creative personality, what are your social responsibilities? Please explain it.
Answer: I have established a Facebook group “How to Write for Success Literary Forum” where poets and writers can share poems and their writings with members all over the world. I am the National President of the International Chamber of Writers and Artists with headquarters in Spain and directives in 130 countries. I am also the National President for UHE with headquarters in Peru and offices in 106 countries. We support international culture and UNESCO initiatives. I donate books to libraries, churches, and schools, and organize book signings and book fairs.
Question: I know you are an internationally acclaimed poet. What is your perception of internationalism, and to what extent have you incorporated it into your writings in the contemporary world?
Answer: All of my books are published internationally on Amazon. My poetry covers themes of promoting worldwide peace and security, self-determination, economic stability, and humanitarianism. As a person who has travelled extensively to many countries in the world, I write for a global readership. I should also mention that I have received International awards from 45 countries of the world.
Question: Do you get any difference between foreign poets' poems and yours? If it is, what are these?
Answer: Yes. Some poets write about problems in their own country. Some write in their native languages but they give English translations.
I write for global readers although I live in Trinidad and Tobago.
Question: What are your views about postmodern literature, especially in poetry?
Answer: I am not obsessed with it, but I enjoy poetry in any form.
Question: How much peace, human rights, humanity, environment, and philosophy emerge in your writing?

Answer: Most of my poetry revolves around these topics. My 62nd. book is titled SAVE GOD’S EARTH. It consists of poems on Climate change, the environment, peace, love, and humanity. It was an Amazon No 1 Hot New Release.

I am an advocate against Domestic Violence and for peace, suicide prevention, humanity, and the environment. Together with several international authors, I have published seven anthologies and six magazines on these topics, each of which attained the status of Amazon's No. 1 best-seller.

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Monday, 2 December 2024

MY ENTIRE BOOK COLLECTION WILL BE FREE ON SMASHWORDS

 


MY ENTIRE BOOK COLLECTION WILL BE FREE ON SMASHWORDS


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Thursday, 21 November 2024

WORLD POETRY YEARBOOK 2024

 


WORLD POETRY YEARBOOK 2024

I deeply appreciate the editor and renowned translator Zhang Zhi for including me in the anthology under Trinidad and Tobago, in the WORLD POETRY Yearbook 2024, sponsored by the INTERNATIONAL POETRY TRANSLATION AND RESEARCH CENTRE, the CENTER FOR GLOBALIZATION OF CHINESE POETRY, NANKAI UNIVERSITY, and the WORLD UNION OF POETRY MAGAZINES.

The book features 265 internationally renowned poets from 103 countries and regions, their black-and-white photos, and a brief introduction in English.
It also includes book reviews, research papers, critiques, and more.
Congratulations to all the participating authors from around the world!

BRENDA MOHAMMED OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO NOMINATED FOR AWARDS BY CIESART GLOBAL

 


The International Chamber of Writers and Artists—CIESART GLOBAL—nominated Brenda Mohammed of Trinidad and Tobago for the Gold Pergamin and Literature Awards 2024.
Brenda's 62nd book, SAVE GOD'S EARTH: POEMS ON CLIMATE CHANGE, PEACE, LOVE, AND HUMANITY, was showcased at the Awards function in Spain in December 2024.