“Good Vibes only for the SOUL” my tenth book is a tribute to my son the late Treadwell Kirkland Winfield Butterfield. The expressions of his life are highlighted in this book through poems written by himself and tributes from his family, students, friends and loved ones. An educator, mentor, motivator, leader, friend, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and godfather, Kirk touched so many individuals’ souls and their lives were changed both academically and socially.
His love and kindness, as eloquently conveyed in a tribute by his eldest son Kwondé Lathan, resonated with words such as, “You were kind, passionate, strong, powerful, confident, considerate, uplifting, motivational, driven, and loving.” These descriptors not only encapsulate the essence of Kirk Butterfield but also underscore his unwavering determination as a strong Black man committed to uplifting his community. His destiny was to make a profound impact.
He made a difference in so many of his students’ lives and these words capture his love from one of his young black male students’ mother: “Mr. Butterfield was the epitome of strength, tenacity and kindness. Even though my son knew him for a short while, the impact he made on him speaks volumes. I am honored that Mr. Butterfield was one who has shaped, moulded and assisted my son on his journey. I am forever grateful!”
Use Kirk’s poems and writings when you are struggling as a reminder that God will always want what is best for you. Share with friends, family, schools and in particular young males.
You will be inspired and enriched when you read Mr. Butterfield’s poems and tributes, his journey, struggles, successes and expressions of love from his family and friends, may you feel his SOUL of good vibes only and carry his spirit with you on your journey of life. Share his struggles, his strengths, his memories and know that whatever we do in our life’s journey, God often allows failure for His higher purpose, guiding us to grow, learn from experiences and comprehend God’s Plan.
Dr. the Hon. D. Neletha Butterfield, M.B.E., J.P., Ed. D is the owner, founder and director of an alternative learning centre and a computer school C.A.R.E. Learning Centre and has assisted over eight hundred young persons to receive their high school diplomas and over five thousand individuals in computer skills.In celebration of 40 years of education services to the community, she was so looking forward to her son Kirk taking over the learning centre. With his untimely and tragic death, she is very happy and pleased that her grandson K’wondé Lathan will be at the helm of the learning centre to continue his father’s legacy.
Dr. Butterfield was also a former Senator, Government Member of Parliament, and Cabinet Minister for the Progressive Labour Party Government. She currently lives in Jamaica where she finds peace of mind to write her books, as an author she has written ten books for the SOUL. She has received numerous awards both locally and internationally for her outstanding work in the environment, community, business, church, educational system, prisons, leadership and as a motivational speaker.
It is believed that she holds the record for overseeing the most cabinet ministries in the history of Bermuda and has served under four Premiers, the Smith, the Scott, the Brown and the Cox administration.
She will be signing copies of her latest book, “Good Vibes Only for the SOUL” at The Book Mart located in Brown & Co. Ltd in Hamilton on Friday, 10th Mayfrom 12 noon – 2:00 p.m. and W.J Boyles and Sons, Queen Street, Hamiton on Saturday 11th May from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. just in time for Mother’s Day.Books are also available at C.A.R.E. Learning Centre. You can also contact the author at 292-0915 or 505-7837 and email: nelethas@gmail.com.
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