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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Blog RSS</title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2020 21:43:33 +0000</pubDate><item><title><![CDATA[A Lifetime of Knowledge]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/a-lifetime-of-knowledge/</link><description><![CDATA[Words can hardly express the deep and sincere gratitude that I feel as I reflect on the life and memory of a true stalwart, a patriotic son of the soil, a vociferous voice of reason and a loyal friend. 
It’s been just about eight four (84) months since I met CB in 2013 after he returned to Jamaica but It feels like a lifetime. It feels like a lifetime because during these handful of months we’d talk about almost everything under the sun for hours at a time. We talked life, politics, family,]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special Place]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/special-place/</link><description><![CDATA[My friend CB was always willing to offer a helping hand. When playing his piano, he felt happy and grand. Taking one's problem to CB would bring relief as one would leave in good spirit. Smart, funny and kind was he, as a tutor he advised, " go pass the exam, you can do it." Occasionally when tipsy he would warn anyone who offended him by saying "be careful or you might have to visit the O.R. to remove my foot from a part of your anatomy.” Rest in peace my friend, God has a special place for you]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easy Going]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/easy-going/</link><description><![CDATA[It was in Washington DC in the 70s that I met “CB” as he was lovingly called. We became very good friends and I could not have asked for a better friend, who was very helpful, kind and he was such a joy to be around. He was a very easy going person, but what I loved most about him was his ability to keep us laughing even if you were sad. His friendship was a blessing and will be missed beyond measure! RIP CB.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharing is Caring]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/sharing-is-caring/</link><description><![CDATA[Mr. Burrowes or CB as he was affectionately called by all who knew him was a jovial, kind, caring person who lived a full life. He took great pleasure in sharing not just his meals, but fruits and vegetables from his home garden and more so advice. He had a passion for young people and often engaged my daughter in conversations about her career goals. He valued hard work and desired success not only for himself but for all who came into his circle of influence. For the few years that we]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Love for Music]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/love-for-music/</link><description><![CDATA[I met Astley Burrowes, CB, Beast in the 1960s when we began studies at Howard University, He was a devoted, charismatic loving, awesome young man who was the life of the party which began only when he entered as the "cool fool with the live jive." He had everyone dancing on the floor as he moved around the room twirling us women. He had all the moves: ska, rocksteady, boogaloo, rent-a-tile. CB loved music; he played the piano with much gusto. He made fun of whatever he thought was our]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lessons of Life]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/lessons-of-life/</link><description><![CDATA[CB was a true father figure to me. Throughout my early childhood and now as an adult, the lessons taught to me by CB has helped to mold the man I've become.
In my saddest moments he was always there, giving me support,  making me laugh. He always had a way to make you laugh, I use to think CB needs a comedy special on HBO.
I know he was proud of the man I've become and the instrumental role he played in my life. But the lessons taught to me will not end here. I have three kids and rest assured]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Never A Dull Moment]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/never-a-dull-moment/</link><description><![CDATA[There was never a dull moment around Uncle CB while he imparted his inspiration and mentorship since I was a boy. Now as a man, his legacy lives on in me and the many others who will miss him dearly. Sleep in Peace Uncle CB]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healed]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/to-blog-or-not-to-blog-blog.-of-course-wed-say-that/</link><description><![CDATA[God has healed him in the way he thinks best. We love him but God knows best. Thank you God keep you in his care]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be Strong]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/welcome-to-our-blog-but-what-is-it/</link><description><![CDATA[I am saddened by the news. CB was a genuine and loyal friend. Only you know how you are feeling. All I can ask you is to be as strong as possible. And stay strong. Keep in touch.]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blueprint]]></title><link>astley.burrowes.tech/stories/6-top-tips-for-a-tip-top-blog/</link><description><![CDATA[I missed CB and Bev when they moved to Jamaica.  CB was like a father to me. He sat me down and drafted a blueprint for me to go to school. No one before me attended college in my family. He saw that I was smart and had a gift. He put the thought in my head and made me understand that it was attainable. I took his advice. Today I hold 3 degrees. I accredit that to CB. He will never be forgotten.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
