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On September 27th, I reached the milestone of seventy years — a moment that invites reflection, gratitude, and hope.
Looking back over the decades, from my early days in school to teaching, practicing law, and serving in public office, I see a life shaped by lessons learned and shared.
As Antigua & Barbuda continues to chart its future, I hope the lessons I have gathered along the way can inspire others to live fully, serve faithfully, and lead with purpose.
My journey began in classrooms where curiosity and discipline were my first teachers. Later, as an educator myself, I witnessed how knowledge transforms lives. I have learned that learning is not merely a step toward personal success, but the foundation upon which opportunity, empowerment, and progress are built.
Whether in teaching or in public office, I discovered early that true leadership is measured by what we give, not what we gain. Serving others has been both a responsibility and a privilege — a reminder that a life devoted to lifting others is one truly well-lived.
3. Integrity is Non-Negotiable
Life and leadership present difficult choices. Time and again, I have found that staying true to principles, even when inconvenient, is the only way to earn lasting trust. Integrity, above all, is the currency of leadership.
Setbacks and challenges are inevitable. Politics, like life, is filled with unexpected turns. Yet, resilience — the capacity to rise, adapt, and move forward — has been a constant lesson. Every obstacle presents an opportunity to grow stronger, wiser, and more compassionate.
5. Youth Are the Future
I have always believed that empowering the next generation is not optional; it is essential. Investing in education, mentorship, and opportunities for young people is the surest path to a nation’s continued growth and prosperity. The future belongs to those we prepare today.
Over the years, I have traveled, collaborated, and learned from communities far beyond our shores. Yet, my heart has always remained in Antigua & Barbuda. To live fully, we must embrace the world — but never forget the values, traditions, and people who shape our identity.
At the end of the day, a life is measured not by titles or accolades, but by the lives touched, the barriers broken, and the hope inspired. My greatest satisfaction comes from seeing others succeed, from communities strengthened, and from ideas translated into positive action.
Seventy years have taught me that leadership, service, and love for one’s community are intertwined.
As I celebrate this milestone, I am filled with gratitude for family, colleagues, friends, and all those whose trust and encouragement have carried me this far.
May these seven lessons inspire each of us — to educate, serve, act with integrity, persevere, empower youth, embrace the world with rootedness, and leave a legacy of meaningful impact.
Together, let us continue to build a brighter, stronger, and more united Antigua & Barbuda.
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Powerful reflections! Integrity and service before self are exactly what we need more of in leadership today.
These are values every young leader should take to heart. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Happy birthday sir you are looking great, to God be the glory!!!
Happy Birthday Mr Lovell God Blessed you continue standing tall.
HarOLD, just take your old, unfulfilled, useless self to the nearest rocking chair and reflect on your failed/cursed life. Remember
Your alleged physical assault of your mother who rejected your misguided concepts of Africanness and so-called Black Power.
Your devious invasion of the then PLM, seeking, along with other misfits, power-hungry mongrels like Chakku, Goodwin, Alister, Hector and company limited;
Your alleged disdain for Baldwin Spencer, regarding him as an unschooled ghetto man whose only redeeming asset was his control of a workers’ union;
Your alleged knowledge and possible participation in the respective demise of Winston Derrick and Tim Hector:
Your repeated failure to gain the trust and confidence of your constituency members after years of beggindg
Your dismal, Pathetic performance during your brief tenure as an MP.
Boy, herb is now decriminalized in Antigua. You no longer have to run from police as before or try to swallow a burning joint to avoid being arrested. Boy, just give thanks to the Father for life spared, and every time you see or hear about a juvenile delinquent being killed by Police, arrested and sentenced to spending productive years incarcerated at 1735,, breathe as your rock in your chair and repeat “There, but for the grace of God, go I.”
Enjoy your milestone with humility and gratitude, HarOLD.
Mr Lovell Joan Messiah you.
Hon Richard Lewis you
Hon Dr Baldwin Spencer you.
Happy birthday and since it take you 10 years to learn something, hope you live long enough to learn the life lesson honesty is the best policy.
Happy birthday and many happy returns sir.
Your life and goals should be a real testimony to other intelligent Antiguans; and what I admire most about you at the age of 70, is that you still have further goals you want to achieve in life – very admiral indeed!
Again, hearty congratulations on reaching this glorious milestone, and I believe that there’s even more UNKNOWN achievements in your life to come.
I praise the Lord each and every day for returning you to the political arena 🙏🏾
Faithful National 1 is jealous because his leader doesn’t have your integrity. Money yes but when he dies he can’t take it with him and he ain’t leaving it to his number one ass licker
Not even wasting my time to read. Big CHUPPPPPS
@ Apex Jones But wasting time to be rude, negative, and to dispense some words that didn’t add any value
Remember, Apex Jones is a pre-schooler who has no time for anything that causes him, her, or it to use the brain. NOW for my comments. Happy Birthday Captain. Your words resonnatd well.
Legacy is built daily … that hit me hard. Thank you Mr. Lovell for reminding us that every action matters.