This is a Tribute to Bro. Anderson Daniel whom I knew for a number of years and visited at his home in Marabella, Trinidad. I chose the title of this article for two reasons, one being that, when I visited Trinidad in 1997, Bro. Anderson took me to see the famous Pitch Lake among other places of interest. It was in the same year we also had the opportunity to visit the Edoos in the southern end of the island and saw Sis. Neisha Edoo (for the last time before she fell asleep about six months ago). The second reason for the title, ‘Doubles’ is the name of a tasty snack comprised of curried chickpeas or ‘channa.’ It is eaten like a sandwich except in place of bread there is a smaller version of roti or pita bread, if you may. Bro. Anderson and I shared this delicacy while on one of our sightseeing trips in Gulf City.
Pitch Lake is an amazing sight and when in Trinidad be sure you go to see it. We actually walked on a part of it where it is solid and took photos. It is just a vast expanse of natural pitch or tar similar to what is used on our highways and roads. It measures 95 acres and is 350 feet deep at the center. I cherish those days I spent visiting with the family and brothers and sisters of Marabella. Our brethren there and we, too, have lost a wonderful servant and brother in Bro. Anderson. I remember him for his soft-spoken attitude and kindness. He was also a very good camp leader and speaker. He will be missed in our community. His death made me realize how important it is to travel and spend time with brethren because we may not be given a further opportunity to learn and share with them.
Lessons to be learned
To those who were close to him: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Keep the lamsptand burning in Marabella and “press on toward the mark of our high calling.”
Our dear brother has run his race and awaits the glorious crown of righteousness which we also want to achieve in the end. He has ‘put his hand to the plough,’ never turning back and we have seen the fruit of his labor. It was not in vain. May we use his life as an example of perseverance and what a true disciple of the Master should be and take comfort now and always in the wonderful hope of eternal life.
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