My Amazing Travels

POEM – MY AMAZING
TRAVELS
[My composition in my book Travel Memoirs with Pictures]

My very first trip I still cannot believe
Was planned and executed with such great ease.
My father, an Inspector of Schools, was such a strict man,
He gave in to my wishes when I told him of the plan.

I got my first long vacation while working as a banker
One of my co-workers wanted a travelling partner.
She visited my father and discussed the matter
Arrangements were made without any flutter.

We travelled to New York, Toronto, London, and Germany,
In each of those places, there was somebody,
To guide and protect us and to take us wonderful places,
It was a dream come true at our young ages.

We even visited Holland, which was across the Border.
To drive across from Germany was quite in order.
Memories of great times continue to linger,
I thank God for an understanding father.

That trip in 1968 was the beginning of much more,
I visited many countries afterward I am still in awe.
Barbados, Tobago, St. Maarten, and Buffalo,
Cirencester in the United Kingdom, Miami, and Orlando.

I was accompanied by my husband on many trips.
Sisters, nieces, children, grandchildren, and friends, travelled with me a bit.
Puerto Rico, Los Angeles, New York, and Hialeah,
Curacao, Caracas, Margarita, Virginia, and Anguilla.

We sailed aboard the Creole Queen
On the Mississippi in New Orleans
We traversed the Rockies in Colorado
And walked the streets of Cozumel, Mexico.

We were thrilled to visit the Vatican in Rome,
The Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum.
To explore the countryside of Florence,
And to sail on a Gondola in Venice.

My fridge is decorated with magnets
Souvenirs of all my visits
London, Madrid, Bahamas, Coco Cay, Barcelona.
And the Leaning Tower of Pisa

How can I forget the Spanish Steps in Rome?
Stratford upon Avon, where Shakespeare was born.
CN Tower in Toronto so very high
I thought the elevator would take me to the sky.

Then there was El Poble and Toledo
Noted for Spanish Gold
We travelled on the Euro star.
The scenery was beautiful to behold!

I must not omit Cartagena in Columbia,
Anaheim, Las Vegas, and Catalina,
Key West, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Pembroke Pines,
Places I love to lime.

Of course, I would like to make special mention,
Of two exciting cruises with Royal Caribbean.
Majesty of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas
Two ships which grace the Seas.

Last but not least and best of all
We visited Paris in the fall.
Cologne, Dusseldorf, and Berlin
Amazing places, which made my head, spin.

Copyright@BrendaMohammed”
(less) Brenda Mohammed

FOLLOW BRENDA ON AMAZON

An Educator recalls the days of Indentureship in Trinidad and Tobago

Read a sample of Memoirs of Dr. Andrew Moonir Khan: Journey of an Educator.
Get a glimpse into life in the days of Indentureship in Trinidad and Tobago.
Here is the Book Description.
Memoirs of Dr. Andrew Moonir Khan: Journey of an Educator, is an inspiring and motivational story.
The foreword was written by a former Chief Justice of Trinidad and Tobago, Sir Isaac Hyatali, Q.C.[now deceased]
Do you know that at one time Education was not a priority?
The young teacher Andrew overcame all obstacles and became a trailblazer in Education in his country climbing the ladder from classroom management to school principal, and superintendent of schools.
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago awarded him a scholarship to study teaching methods in the United Kingdom.
School violence was never heard of during his tenure.
He was God-fearing.
Later in life, he became the first Presiding Elder in the Presbyterian church in Trinidad and Tobago.
He preached many sermons, some of which are appended to his biography.
Teachers will love Dr. Khan's memoir.
An Amazon Reviewer stated, "The book in its lifelike and meaningful way depicts the story of a great man, a true exemplar, a national hero."

About the Author
Author of the science fiction futuristic thriller series 'Zeeka Chronicles: Revenge of Zeeka," Trinidad based Author Brenda Mohammed, a multi-genre and award-winning author, has written eighteen books.
a. Six fascinating memoirs.
b. A five book science fiction series.
c. Two children's books.
d. Four books of short stories.
e. One self-help book on How to Write for Success
Brenda, a former Bank Manager loved her job helping commercial businesses with loans and overdrafts for start-ups and expansions.
It was most rewarding for her to see vibrant businesses spring up and improve the economy of the beautiful island of Trinidad where she lives.
After her retirement, she ventured into unfamiliar territory of Insurance Underwriting.
She was required to write several examinations which she passed with flying colours.
After six years, she was awarded Life membership in the Million Dollar Round Table, a Premier Association for Financial Professionals.
A diagnosis of cancer changed her career aspirations and she is now happy to be a writer.
Her first book published was "I am Cancer Free. – A Memoir."
That book won first place in Non-fiction in McGrath's Publishing Awards 2016.
Three of her other books won awards - My Life as a Banker, Zeeka Chronicles, and Your Time is now.
She donates books to schools, hospitals, and libraries internationally.
She loves to interact with fans and other authors.
Follow her on Amazon
Follow her on Facebook

You will agree that When one door closes another opens

Who said Retirement was not fun?
When Brenda retired from Banking her ex-boss told her that she should not work again.
Did she listen to him?
She took a job which brought travel and excitement in her life.
She stepped into the unfamiliar territory of Insurance and passed all the examinations to become an Underwriter.
At the Insurance Company's Annual Awards Ceremony which mimicked the Academy Awards in Hollywood, she was delightfully surprised when the Human Resources Manager called her name as a qualifier for the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table.
Read her memoir RETIREMENT IS FUN on Amazon Universal Link and Draft2Digital.
You will agree that When one door closes another opens.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author of the science fiction futuristic thriller series 'Zeeka Chronicles: Revenge of Zeeka," Trinidad based Author Brenda Mohammed, a former bank manager, multi-genre author, and award-winning author, has written eighteen books.
a. Six fascinating memoirs.
b. A five book science fiction series.
c. Two children's books.
d. Four books of short stories.
e. One self-help book on How to Write for Success
.Her writing journey began after her bout with cancer.
She wrote 'I am Cancer Free' and self-published it in June 2013 eight years after her near-death experience with cancer.
She wrote that book to tell people suffering from that disease that cancer does not have to be a death sentence.
I am Cancer Free was the winner of best non-fiction in the McGrath House Awards in 2016.
Two of her other books, my Life as a Banker and Zeeka Chronicles were award winners in Metamorph Publishing Summer Indie Book Awards 2016 and 2017 respectively.
Brenda traveled extensively on vacations and conferences for many years during her banking and Insurance careers, and even after retirement.
She donates books to schools and libraries.
She loves to interact with her readers and other authors.
Follow her on Amazon.
Follow her on Facebook.
Follow her on Twitter.

My Life as a Banker is a Memoir with a difference

In her memoir, My Life as a Banker: A Life worth Living, Brenda reveals that when she was a baby two Canadian Missionaries wanted to adopt her.
She is glad that never happened as she loves her native land in the Caribbean, Trinidad.
Read her memoir at AMAZON CLICK HERE and Draft2Digital.CLICK HERE

Read the latest Review

Interesting read!
March 21, 2018
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
Although the title of the book I was prepared to read about was the author’s life as a banker, this book is so much more.
It a memoir written in journal accounting as the author takes the reader on the journey almost from birth to adulthood.
Throughout there are various scenarios of life on the island of Trinidad, where the story is set.
I’ve visited several of the islands in the Caribbean; however, Trinidad is not one of them.
Maybe one day.
But after reading several of the author’s books some set in Trinidad, I feel as if I’ve visited the place in person, so vivid the descriptions.
The other thing that needs pointing about this accounting is the way the author took the reader to work with her, from her first job to her movement up the corporate ladder, and her ultimate position as a bank manager.
There are lots of brief descriptions about her family life, being courted by her husband and the wonderful ceremony of her wedding.
This book has a bit of everything and will keep the reader’s interest until the end.
Very interesting read!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author of the science fiction futuristic thriller series 'Zeeka Chronicles: Revenge of Zeeka," Trinidad based Author Brenda Mohammed, a former bank manager, multi-genre author, and award-winning author, has written eighteen books.
a. Six fascinating memoirs.
b. A five book science fiction series.
c. Two children's books.
d. Four books of short stories.
e. One self-help book on How to Write for Success
.Her writing journey began after her bout with cancer.
She wrote 'I am Cancer Free' and self-published it in June 2013 eight years after her near-death experience with cancer.
She wrote that book to tell people suffering from that disease that cancer does not have to be a death sentence.
I am Cancer Free was the winner of best non-fiction in the McGrath House Awards in 2016.
Two of her other books, My Life as a Banker and Zeeka Chronicles were award winners in Metamorph Publishing Summer Indie Book Awards 2016 and 2017 respectively.
Brenda traveled extensively on vacations and conferences for many years during her banking and Insurance careers, and even after retirement.
She donates books to schools and libraries.
She loves to interact with her readers and other authors.
Follow her on Amazon.
Follow her on Facebook.
Follow her on Twitter.

Who will save the islanders from the Zombies?

Who was controlling the zombies?
Read a five-star review of Revenge of Zeeka: Horror Trilogy from Readers Favorite:
"Reviewed by Faridah Nassozi for Readers' Favorite.\

In Revenge of Zeeka by Brenda Mohammed, the island of Gosh is under attack by an army of zombies under the command of a vengeful science genius. In the year 2016, the Zika virus broke out in Central and South America with life-threatening effects for pregnant women. Given a choice to save the mothers or the unborn babies, a decision was made to save the mothers. The tiny stillborns were securely and secretly buried. Only a few people knew of this. Unknown to everyone, however, a certain scientist managed to get hold of all 51 bodies, bring them back to life, and condition them to follow his command, creating himself a perfect army of zombies. Now, twenty years later, the evil scientist seeks revenge on those he holds responsible for the stillbirths. Only three of the current doctors at Central Hospital - Raynor, Mark, and George - witnessed the unfortunate events of 2016. The three have strong suspicions about who might be controlling the zombies. Meanwhile, Zeeka is lying in wait for the perfect time to unleash his army onto the island. Zeeka has big, evil plans and this is just the beginning. In a desperate search for answers, and with very little to go on, the doctors search for the elusive Master Zeeka. Will they save the islanders from Zeeka and his zombies, or will it be too late?

Revenge of Zeeka by Brenda Mohammed is a one of a kind novella trilogy that delivers an incredible story guaranteed to give readers an absolute sci-fi treat. I especially liked how Brenda used current events as the pivotal point from which to build this amazing sci-fi horror. This made the story even more relatable. More importantly, however, I admired how she owned her story and created this captivating version of events. She captured with an amazing depth the setting, characters, plot, and emotions in such few words. If you are looking for a thrilling short read, this fast-paced, sci-fi action novella will give you the time of your life.
Get the Boos at Amazon Universal Link and Draft2Digital.