Montserrat Speaking Frankly

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Montserrat continues to suffer economically and psychologically as a result of its ongoing volcanic eruption. Many people are misinformed about what is really going on in Montserrat. They see Montserrat as a tiny island living under the huge footsteps of a volcano. There is so much more to Montserrat. This is why many who built up the courage to visit this tiny island, in the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean, agree that the ‘Emerald Isle’ is the best kept secret in the world.

It still remains a wonder to most that dare to witness this marvel in person why it remains such a negatively perceived island consider by most of the world as just waiting for the big bang to finish what the first bang started.

No amount of media coverage or public relations campaigns have been able to make even the tininess impact to correct this most inaccurate impression of Montserrat.

Known for its resilience, this blog is also an example of the entire country’s dedication, devotion, and loyalty to rebuild a once cherished, elite, and almost extinct success this tiny island’s history once proudly acclaimed.

The cultural history of Montserrat is rare and hard to find in any form of paper or tangible records. This could very well be as a result of the island’s culture itself. For instance, numerous stories of cultural norms and laws are recited amongst gatherings of all types, to include families, friends, colleagues, associates, and compete strangers.

Hence, on this blog, you will discover the evolution of a spicy pepper-pot of an emerging society endemic to Montserrat.

Both the expert and the common person shares the loss of words to describe the ‘Stranger’s Paradise’.

By embracing the advancements of this era, ‘Montserrat Speaking Frankly’ aspires to create and contribute to the limited information and educational resources freely available about Montserrat.

This blog has no current or intended political associations, etc. It was created and aspires to embrace the fundamental human right of self expression and preserve a dieing culture, whose tangible past is being literally destroyed for the time being.

It is anticipated that this blog will provide a necessary and therapeutic outlet for both the people living on Montserrat and the people curious about the events occurring in Montserrat, the consequences, and the impact of those consequences.

‘Montserrat Speaking Frankly’ invites you to indulge in the unknown of this site’s content and join us in educating and reintroducing the world to its eighth wonder.