Saturday, November 12, 2011

A Baobab in San Francisco

For my Dear Grandma Helene.
One of these days, if you have the opportunity to visit Senegal, do not forget to stop by Joal Fadiouth, the Serer land, two hours south of Dakar. And if you see this old green and red double floor house at the entrance of the Village, allow a special thought for my grand mother Mama Helene, the most generous and loving lady I have ever known. And if you get the chance to look inside the back yard, you will see our family Baobab tree.

Walk under the shadow of the tree, take a seat, close your eyes, and open your ears very well. Listen carefully, you may have the blessing to be enlightened by the spirit of the deep sleepers.
Thank you, Jerejef

1 comment:

  1. Marco - Please tell us the origin of the name, "Jerejef."

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