 Let me take this opportunity to wish my constituents of Barbono, the citizens of St. Lucia, here on abroad, a very peaceful and restful Christmas season. This Christmas is unique for me, as this is the first time I greet you as the parliamentary representative for Barbono. I call on all families in St. Lucia to be reflective and focus as they celebrate this Christmas in the comfort of their homes. Please stay safe as we remember our family, friends and loved ones, including those who have passed. I call on all people in St. Lucia to show self-love and exercise great restraint and self-control in handling conflicts. It is a time of year when we give and forgive as we share whatever little we have with each other. This season I have tried to reach out to many of the less fortunate to get some food on the table for them. I want to thank the staff of the Ministry of the Public Service, Home Affairs, Labor and Gender Affairs for your support. To my son, husband, the wider family, close friends, the Prime Minister, Honourable Philip J. Pierre and all my colleagues in government, thanks for your support and prayers. I call on all St. Lucia to prepare and raise your hopes for a better and brighter 2022, as this government continues to work hard to ensure we put you first, Merry Christmas to one and all. I wish all St. Lucia a Happy New Year. I wish all of you a happy New Year and a happy New Year. I wish all of you a happy New Year and a happy New Year. This year we are all in the same country but if we support each other, we will be in the same place. I wish all of you a happy New Year and a happy New Year. I wish all of you a happy New Year. Bonne Well, Merry Christmas to one and all.