J. Rosemarie Francis

Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms

Society EN ↓ 5 episodes

During the 1950s and 60s, hundreds of thousands of West Indians, including many Caribbean moms, migrated to the UK, Canada, and the U.S. for better opportunities. They played vital roles in industries like healthcare and education, significantly shaping the cultural landscape of their new homes. However, many of these mothers left their children, particularly daughters, behind. While some daughters later reunited with their mothers, the emotional scars from these long separations often went unhealed, leaving many relationships fractured. This podcast explores the profound and lasting impact of...

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J. Rosemarie Francis

Episodes

Finding My Missing Father 16.05.2026 18:44

Earlier this year I discovered the identity of my father. In the last episode, I discussed how not knowing my father’s identity left a hole in my identity I didn’t even realize was there. I always said it didn’t matter who he was. But the truth of who he was and what he did really shattered any relationship I could have had with him. And with my mother as well since she’s lied to me all my life. T...

Discovering My Identity Through My Missing Father w/J. Rosemarie Francis 15.10.2024 7:10

At 63 years old, I reflect on the absence of my father, a man I've never known, and how this missing piece of my identity has subtly shaped my life. A chance encounter in church triggers a profound realization that, although I never felt incomplete, the absence of my father has impacted my understanding of myself. Ultimately, I learned that true self-knowledge comes from embracing the unknown part...

Self-Reflection: The Key to Begin Healing 02.10.2024 12:25

Key Takeaways: (00:00:13) – Impact of Childhood Abandonment: How the abandonment I experienced as a child has influenced my adult relationships and sense of self-worth, particularly after my third divorce. (02:24:92) – Healing through Self-Reflection: Healing from childhood trauma starts with self-reflection and accountability rather than blaming others for your past. (04:49:63) – Effects of Aband...

The Emotional Legacy of Abandonment w/J. Rosemarie 17.09.2024 7:21

Takeaways The Abandonment of Daughters by Windrush Mothers (00:00–01:45) Introducing the experience and lingering feelings of abandonment many daughters of Caribbean mothers face, even when they reunite later in life. The Emotional Toll and Healing Process (02:00–04:30) The deep emotional scars left by the abandonment. The importance of working through these issues for healing between mothers and...

Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms: Intro w/J. Rosemarie 14.09.2024 3:00

Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms explores the emotional journey of women whose mothers left the Caribbean in the 50s and 60s, leaving them behind. I touch on the reason for starting this podcast -- the fractured relationships between mothers and daughters who were never able to reconnect. This private, heart-wrenching podcast creates a safe space for abandoned daughters and mothers alike to s...