Dear Editor,
I want to echo words of encouragement and appreciation to outgoing Minister of VSA [Public Health, Social Development, and Labor – Ed.] Veronica Jansen-Webster, who will be taking up her seat in parliament very shortly. Minister, I know that you are hurt and disappointed with this unfair transition – an alteration that was forced upon you because of greed, malice and a lack of connection with their spiritual selves.
The manner in which Prime Minister Luc Mercelina and MP Richniel Brug treated you is unethical, unfair and dirty to the core. But don’t you worry, Minister Veronica Jansen-Webster. Karma is a very good friend to all those who traverse on her path, without an invitation.
Neither Prime Minister Luc Mercelina nor Richniel Brug could address this community, with regard to integrity. The population should have never accepted this underhand precedent that is bound to cause problems in the future. They should have demanded the immediate resignation of Prime Minister Luc Mecerlina, for his negligence and unprincipled behaviour.
In addition, how could Prime Minister Luc Mercelina allow MP Richniel Brug’s incoming Chief of Staff to sit in Minister Veronica Jansen-Webster’s cabinet as if she is in charge, while Minister Veronica Jansen-Webster has her own Chief of Staff? If this is the path that the Prime Minister and the MP have taken, how could the population trust either one of them? This is trouble brewing down the line.
This reminds me of a situation where a politician asked a Department Head to train her immediate family member. Shortly after that, she fired the individual, so that her family member could take over the position. But, as the saying goes, life is a circle. Nothing that starts wrong, will end up right.
So, Minister Veronica Jansen-Webster, use this obstruction as an inspiration for spiritual growth. As you transition to your new position, approach your task with the same spirit of devotion, knowing that you have done your best to maintain the integrity of your ministry. Here’s a little poem that I came across, just for you.
Keep Going
When the path is tough and steep
And it’s hard for you to keep
Remember God is by your side
To lead, to help, to be your guide.
Like Noah, strong in every way
He trusted God day by day.
So when you feel you’ve had enough
Just keep going, stay strong and tough!
Joslyn Morton
