SALT PRUNE - Memories of the Over 80s in Trinidad and Tobago

What was life like in Trinidad and Tobago before the war? Many stories are stored in the memories of the elderly and they will soon be lost as people over 80 years of age pass away. This documentary follows the lives of six senior citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, ranging in age from 80 to 110.
Claire Ince-Nicholson July 23, 1937
Howard Nicholson 1932 - 2021
Overand Padmore 1932
Fitzroy Ethelbert Thomas April 22, 1922 - 2019
Safferan Balkaransingh 1929 - 2020
Vivienne Reece 1907 - 2018
They spoke about their modest family lives and their desire to succeed in noble careers. Vivienne Reece at 110 was probably the oldest citizen in Trinidad and Tobago. She entertains with many stories of dressing up and going to work for $1 a week and showing us how to “dance de cocoa”. Our over 80s give us their perspective of modern day Trinidad and look back with nostalgia on the good old days
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[@JennylyndJames]

It is with great sadness that we say a final farewell to Mr. Fitzroy Thomas. He served his community and his family well and would have been 97 this April, 2019. May his soul rest in peace and sincere condolences to the Thomas family. Mr. Thomas was a key participant in our documentary, "Salt Prune", when we interviewed Trinidadian citizens over 80 years of age.

[@JennylyndJames]

Today I pay tribute to Vivienne Reece, one of the stars of the documentary, Salt Prune, who died in Rio Claro, Trinidad and Tobago at the amazing age of 111!!! Tantie Vivie was a lively soul and an inspiration for her longevity. She brought joy and light to everyone around her. Condolences go out to K WY., the Reece family, the Webb family and many more who knew her and loved her. We will miss Tantie Vivie!

[@lloydmn5]

So sad to hear. She was of my mother's generation. My mother was born in 1903 and lived to be 100. I just watched the video again and the impact was as powerful as the first time. I hope it's archived in a professionally curated library somewhere in Trinidad. Thanks for keeping us updated.

[@carolcowan7023]

Jennylynd grateful thanks for your condolences on the passing of our dearest grandmother 'tanty VV "To live on in the hearts of those you love,and who loved you,is not to die"

[@habibahahmad9317]

Thanks for sharing the Beauty of T&T

[@carolcowan7023]

Vivian Reese,my grandmother has made another birthday since this has been viewed My entire family continually thank God for placing such a loving humble giving and beautiful woman in our lives We all love U dearly Tanty V V

[@JennylyndJames]

Carol Cowan I'm so happy to have met Auntie Vivi!

[@leecy7762]

wow, I'm so happy for your aunt

[@JennylyndJames]

It is with great sadness that we say a final farewell to Saffee who was one of the stars our documentary. May her soul rest in peace. We will miss Saffee. Our condolences go out to all her family and friends at Brent's Manor

[@maybelmungin1138]

First time seeing this. Very interesting to me. I remembered Minister Padmore from my school days. I would love to see more of this. Much thanks❤

[@leecy7762]

​Thanks for this, I was born in England my parents are from Trinidad and Grenada I only wish I was from either place. I love Trinidad so much just sorry there's so much crime now. Maybe if we had continued to discipline at school Trinidad would have less crime now and more respect.

[@TheKeithvidz]

Thank you sharing memories, this treasure.

[@soca___j]

huge thanks for sharing ! loved listening to the old stories of T&T 🇯🇵🔥🙌🏾

[@JennylyndJames]

Thanks so much. It was a joy capturing these stories before the old folks passed away

[@carolyeeken6071]

Aunty clair you are a movie star 🌟. Lovely to look at. And uncle Howard. I love you. Forever. And all the other who were interviewed, very interesting.

[@JennylyndJames]

We were so sad to learn about Uncle Howard's passing. May he rest in peace

[@danielrussell7010]

lovely, inspiring

[@JennylyndJames]

Thanks so much!

[@1daxwood]

Thank u for doing this

[@JennylyndJames]

My pleasure

[@lloydmn5]

Thanks for preserving this piece of Trinidad history. The lives of these ordinary Trinbagonians are very inspirational.

[@trnigyul]

Omg this was amazing, how am I now seeing this? Thank you for this.

[@JennylyndJames]

You're welcome. Keeping memories alive

[@jamesaria1204]

People in Trinidad were happier back then.

[@sharonspence6700]

Mr. Thomas hmmmmm. That man beat me with "blakie" ..... always at your parents house. Thank you. Morvant Anglican.💕💖💕💕

[@dariaSorhaindo]

❤ memories

[@JennylyndJames]

The stories were amazing

[@tal9973]

Christ Loves You give your life to Him before it's too late.

[@dennisleslie8962]

Ms James, was your mother, Gloria James, a student of St. George's College from 1959 to 1963/65?

[@JennylyndJames]

Yes she was

[@VibesFinder]

My Father, Conrad Marshall AKA Bin Tim, would be around the same age as the lady from La Brea. He was from La Brea as well. I wonder if she knew him or remembered him?

[@JennylyndJames]

Maybe Claire knew him. I'll send a message through her niece and ask.

[@VibesFinder]

@@JennylyndJames thank you! Very kind of you to check for me. 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@travelwithjennylynd6786]

@@VibesFinder Hello, I got word that Aunt Claire remembers Conrad Marshall and his brother very well from La Brea. She sent to say hello.

[@VibesFinder]

@@travelwithjennylynd6786 thanks so much for taking the time and effort to check. I'm pleased to know that some of the folks from those days are still doing well. I really enjoyed your documentary and I hope you will continue to document the lives of the people from the earlier generations. I believe it is important to record their stories so that their descendants can look back and appreciate their origins.

[@friendofmind7859]

By any chance was Mr Fitzroy Thomas from st James and had a son named Keith Thomas?.... it will be good to know.

[@JennylyndJames]

His son's name is Derrick Thomas

[@friendofmind7859]

@@JennylyndJames thanks for your response but it is not what I thought 😊... thanks once again.

[@davidlord5032]

Oò

[@marilynr409]

Why the interviewer only interviewed one is Indian woman?

[@deomaharaj404]

2023 an we still STRUGGLING FOR ACCEPTANCE.....THX 2 ERIC WILLIAMS FOR PLANTING THE SEED OF DIVISION 4 POLITICAL AND POWER GAINS😢

[@josweetlove1537]

Everything is race for these people. Maybe many East Indians did not want an African person interviewing them about their family history. You do not know what went on but always putting a racial slant on things. If it were Indians making a video there would be no black people. Always creating divisions.