But it's also preaching to folks who already know the time. However, there are many, MANY on the continent who have no idea about our Holocaust because they're in a colonial/post-colonial educational system that refuses to address the issue in many cases. I'd like to know what you think. Again, the talk of money right now is outrageous. Give us time to mourn for our ancestors. My mother in law and husband felt embarrassed by this. I have the feeling we're too polite to speak against this.
@MeAndHubbyToo The information given was for everyone involved. Dr. Lisa Aubrey, a professor of African studies (Arizona) and her team found Bimbia. Many Cameroonians never heard of it or its part in Slavery, or Kribi for that matter. So they put this together quickly for us to have something tangible to remember. Standing in those old ruins broke chains for me, both spiritually and emotionally. I hold the soil of my land and a piece of that dreadful building...never again. We are home.
The goal needs to be healing (for both sides, but especially my side)...I recently met someone from Douala who said collaborator families are known to all on the coast. Apologies are in order. Connections are in order. Not just monetary gain in the forms of development and tourism. Money shouldn't even be spoken of right now. And the reenactments? They need to teach the children there in schools about our Holocaust. Reenacting it for me is not only jolting and horribly inaccurate...
@MeAndHubbyToo This is why we are hoping to receive the DVD which covers all of those topics. There was an apology given by several groups there. There was the welcome that was so heartfelt....un believable. I don't know of anyone that went on that trip that did not receive what they went there for. Standing on the shores...Ancestors...hold me while I speak..... Just seeing where my people were taken and then to walk back BOLDLY up that long steep jagged hill back to my HOME......
@CameroonStar Sister, please let us know when they release the DVD. We'll get one for ourselves and the family, too. I'm glad to hear your thoughts on this, as well. Thanks for opening up. I have the feeling that with more of these reconnections, it will get better. And I pray that there are other regions, like Cameroon, that are actually interested in a TRUE and SINCERE connection with their brethren in the Americas. I feel proud that Cameroon is the first to actually get the ball rolling.
@MeAndHubbyToo We will do just that. The ancestors have called us back home and we have answered. Many of us have offered our assistance in the next wave of those that want to go back. I would love to connect with your family there in Cameroon as well. I love the culture. I have NEVER felt so much love and genuine acceptance in my entire life. But it does not stop there. We are gathering here in the US as well, the same way we did in S. Korea. So please read the private message I sent u.
Cameroonstar, hello my sister! I actually signed up to YT simply to comment on this video. My husband and I have been following your videos closely on your visit to your ancestral land. My husband and family are from Cameroon, and his mom has been letting us know about the press coverage on the visit. I'd like to reach out to you to hear your thoughts, but to also let you know the reaction from my husband's family and friends. I was initially very happy to hear about the visit...
@CameroonStar Oh, outside of what I already mentioned, his family and friends were elated that their brethren returned home. Mama M said that they're airing coverage of the visit on television and even the villages are talking about "the Cameroonian-Americans who returned home"! His friends out here have been talking a lot about it too, there's a lot of buzz and people seem genuinely excited and interested in a true connection (outside of the financial). I love this about Cameroon.
@MeAndHubbyToo A few points....we didn't know they were going to do it. When we walked up to the ruins, we then saw the people chained and moaning. We received what we needed to see so we could heal. The theatrics wasn't a big concern to us. It was their 1st time ever doing it and I am sure that they will take the suggestions provided into consideration. The videos, don't depict the information that they gave us verbally. we understood. It was a sister from here that pointed out Bimbia.
Thanks for sharing the info. Yes it hurts but it also heals when I (we) see all of us sharing the missing pieces of a hugh puzzle. Much appreciated and please keep them coming.
@Steadno It is time to educate on the true history and move on as a people together. Don't give the enemy power by even mentioning their names. We have taken our power back.
As hard as it can be , many peoples have been enslaved during history ,even the Europeans themselves used to enslaved each others for centuries before deciding to trade in Africa , i think African Americans shouldn't be ashamed about their history , slavery although important should not take the whole part of Africans American history roots , if you find what tribes your ancestors were from you would discover a great history of people , culture religion more important than slavery
But it's also preaching to folks who already know the time. However, there are many, MANY on the continent who have no idea about our Holocaust because they're in a colonial/post-colonial educational system that refuses to address the issue in many cases. I'd like to know what you think. Again, the talk of money right now is outrageous. Give us time to mourn for our ancestors. My mother in law and husband felt embarrassed by this. I have the feeling we're too polite to speak against this.
MeAndHubbyToo 1 year ago
@MeAndHubbyToo The information given was for everyone involved. Dr. Lisa Aubrey, a professor of African studies (Arizona) and her team found Bimbia. Many Cameroonians never heard of it or its part in Slavery, or Kribi for that matter. So they put this together quickly for us to have something tangible to remember. Standing in those old ruins broke chains for me, both spiritually and emotionally. I hold the soil of my land and a piece of that dreadful building...never again. We are home.
CameroonStar 1 year ago
The goal needs to be healing (for both sides, but especially my side)...I recently met someone from Douala who said collaborator families are known to all on the coast. Apologies are in order. Connections are in order. Not just monetary gain in the forms of development and tourism. Money shouldn't even be spoken of right now. And the reenactments? They need to teach the children there in schools about our Holocaust. Reenacting it for me is not only jolting and horribly inaccurate...
MeAndHubbyToo 1 year ago
@MeAndHubbyToo This is why we are hoping to receive the DVD which covers all of those topics. There was an apology given by several groups there. There was the welcome that was so heartfelt....un believable. I don't know of anyone that went on that trip that did not receive what they went there for. Standing on the shores...Ancestors...hold me while I speak..... Just seeing where my people were taken and then to walk back BOLDLY up that long steep jagged hill back to my HOME......
CameroonStar 1 year ago
@CameroonStar Sister, please let us know when they release the DVD. We'll get one for ourselves and the family, too. I'm glad to hear your thoughts on this, as well. Thanks for opening up. I have the feeling that with more of these reconnections, it will get better. And I pray that there are other regions, like Cameroon, that are actually interested in a TRUE and SINCERE connection with their brethren in the Americas. I feel proud that Cameroon is the first to actually get the ball rolling.
MeAndHubbyToo 1 year ago
@MeAndHubbyToo We will do just that. The ancestors have called us back home and we have answered. Many of us have offered our assistance in the next wave of those that want to go back. I would love to connect with your family there in Cameroon as well. I love the culture. I have NEVER felt so much love and genuine acceptance in my entire life. But it does not stop there. We are gathering here in the US as well, the same way we did in S. Korea. So please read the private message I sent u.
CameroonStar 1 year ago
Cameroonstar, hello my sister! I actually signed up to YT simply to comment on this video. My husband and I have been following your videos closely on your visit to your ancestral land. My husband and family are from Cameroon, and his mom has been letting us know about the press coverage on the visit. I'd like to reach out to you to hear your thoughts, but to also let you know the reaction from my husband's family and friends. I was initially very happy to hear about the visit...
MeAndHubbyToo 1 year ago
@MeAndHubbyToo Hello Sister. Thanks for following the videos. What were the reactions?
CameroonStar 1 year ago
@CameroonStar Oh, outside of what I already mentioned, his family and friends were elated that their brethren returned home. Mama M said that they're airing coverage of the visit on television and even the villages are talking about "the Cameroonian-Americans who returned home"! His friends out here have been talking a lot about it too, there's a lot of buzz and people seem genuinely excited and interested in a true connection (outside of the financial). I love this about Cameroon.
MeAndHubbyToo 1 year ago
@MeAndHubbyToo A few points....we didn't know they were going to do it. When we walked up to the ruins, we then saw the people chained and moaning. We received what we needed to see so we could heal. The theatrics wasn't a big concern to us. It was their 1st time ever doing it and I am sure that they will take the suggestions provided into consideration. The videos, don't depict the information that they gave us verbally. we understood. It was a sister from here that pointed out Bimbia.
CameroonStar 1 year ago
Thanks for sharing the info. Yes it hurts but it also heals when I (we) see all of us sharing the missing pieces of a hugh puzzle. Much appreciated and please keep them coming.
ConsciouslyCreate211 1 year ago
The reporter in this clip is Nfor Edwin Tamfuh of Equinoxe TV
CameroonStar 1 year ago
great information even though i get angry when i hear about our ancestors being enslaved
Steadno 1 year ago
@Steadno It is time to educate on the true history and move on as a people together. Don't give the enemy power by even mentioning their names. We have taken our power back.
CameroonStar 1 year ago
As hard as it can be , many peoples have been enslaved during history ,even the Europeans themselves used to enslaved each others for centuries before deciding to trade in Africa , i think African Americans shouldn't be ashamed about their history , slavery although important should not take the whole part of Africans American history roots , if you find what tribes your ancestors were from you would discover a great history of people , culture religion more important than slavery
temokam 10 months ago