Where Does Your Story Begin? Explore Tracing Our Roots / Routes
I've come down this cobblestone street before, and never noticed a stop sign. It was amazing to see it camouflaged and hiding in the middle of vines growing along the wall. This reminds me to always keep an eye out for things, because you may miss something very important.
I chose this photo because it reminds us of the Bermuda soldiers who fought in World War I. It makes me feel grateful and sad because they fought for peace in the world. We need to remember their heroic actions and how important these soldiers are to Bermuda and our history. (The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity)
It was hard to take this picture because the Black Turnstone was flying by the North Shore quickly. To me, the bird symbolizes that things are unique and changing. I like the photo’s vital signs of nature because of the combined look of the waves, the bird, and the plants.
I found a Bermudian conch carrying a secret older than me. Long ago the conch shell was used to signal boats or sound warnings. Today, this living shell reminds me that the sea keeps stories and surprises tucked inside. If you listen closely, you might hear the call, Bermp Bermp!
This photo represents the light at Gibbs Hill guiding ships to shore more safely. Even though the light is no longer in use, it is still here to teach us about Bermuda’s past. I took this photo on the walk down after a long walk up Gibbs Hill.
I took this picture on a rainy day using my mom's phone. It was just a normal cloudy day but I kind of saw a rainbow even though the picture looks black and white. My mom said she liked the composition. I think it is cool that the rainbow is hidden a bit and nature hides lots of things. It's there even though the clouds were keeping it a bit of a secret but we were able to see it when I looked through the camera lens.
Bee keeping has been forgotten by many Bermudians. It is a career, tradition, and heritage for the Furbert family that has been passed down over 3 generations. Their goal is to not only share their honey but educate Bermuda on this sweet tradition.
My parents told me about Johnny Barnes. He stood at the roundabout going into town every day before work. Johnny Barnes represented the true spirit of Bermuda in the best way by saying simple sentences like “good morning” “I love you” and “God bless you”.
I choose this photo because my mom and I was taking a walk and this spot stood out to me because it looks like a secret passage way to the sea. You are able to see the beauty of the trees and grass through to the blue of the sky and water.
I choose this photo because I believe in God and he says I matter. This photo means that I love myself even if people say I don't matter, I still do. When I am upset or feeling down my mother reminds me that I matter and to not give up. I think we should all tell ourselves that we matter because we do.
I chose this photograph because I like how the everything looks dark. I can still see the spider. It shows nature in a different way.
I enjoy being near the water with people I love. This photo shows that I'm loved and I'm cared for.
I took this photograph because I thought it looked cool. I was looking for crabs under the dock and took this hanging off the dock. I think playing around near the water is a big part of Bermuda Heritage. I love this about Bermuda. Bermuda is so so so beautiful.
This photograph is interesting to me because it focuses on the beauty for the flower in the foreground while still showing off the water and sky. Bermuda has wonderful water and sky but sometimes it's nice to focus on the small things as well. I love being able to do both in this image.
I thought it was interesting the way the leaves interact with the wall. I find it beautiful. I like the way nature combines with history. This was taken at Fort Hamilton. At this fort, you can see how nature survives even with human impact.
I chose this wonderful scene as we were at Spanish Point park and saw this boy running and having fun in the little flower field there, with the ocean and the golden sunset in the backdrop. He looked very happy and the whole experience was enchanting to me.
As we were driving, I saw this scene and I liked this photo because it merges both public art and wildlife as flowers and river, right in the middle of the city. The contrast was fantastic and I want to showcase for the people to see it through the lens of my camera and appreciate it.
I chose this photo because it combines both Bermuda's beautiful ocean and its rich maritime heritage, and I find in the rusted aged wheel a memory of the past and in the modern boats in the horizon a look at the future.
I took this picture because I enjoy hanging out under this tree during recess and lunchtime. It provides plenty of shade, keeping us cool while we play and have fun with our friends. I love having a comfortable place to relax, laugh, and make special memories with my school friends.
I took this picture of my school because I am happy and proud to attend Victor Scott School (VSS). I enjoy playing with my friends, learning new things in class, and making special memories with my classmates and teachers. My school is a special place where I can learn, grow, and have fun. I am proud to be a VSS student, and to me, it is the best school in Bermuda!
I took this picture because it represents a special moment in Bermuda’s history. The Governor of Bermuda joined Mr. Peter Dunne, President of the Bermuda Olympic Association, for a special tree-planting ceremony. The occasion was even more meaningful because Mr. Clarence “Nicky” Saunders, a proud Victor Scott Primary School alumnus, was also present. He is a Bermudian high-jump legend who holds a record for his achievement at the Commonwealth Games. I felt proud to witness this special event, which brought together nature, sports, and Bermuda’s heritage.
I took this picture of a palmetto tree because it is one of Bermuda’s beautiful trees. Its leaves sway in the wind and give us a sense of cool breeze on a hot summer day. Palmetto trees are a special part of Bermuda’s natural beauty. Their strong leaves can also make us imagine swinging on them if we tried!
I took this picture of a hibiscus flower because it represents the beauty of nature. Bees are attracted to flowers like hibiscus and collect nectar and pollen. Bees use nectar to make honey, while pollen provides them with important nutrients. This reminds me of how nature helps living things survive and work together.
I took this picture because it represents that our class is a family. My class means a lot to me because we share special moments, support one another, and create memories that I will always cherish. To me, we are more than classmates we are a family.