Neo was offered the option to take the blue or red pill in the matrix. The red pill offered Neo the opportunity to see the truth, while the blue pill kept things the same as before. Today, the blue pill is the magic that shows the deflated male the future—a new beginning and relief from the thought of getting 'horn' (horn may come regardless of your virility). Well, in Trini Land, the blue pill may have its place, but sea moss, pacro water, and bois bandé are the ingredients used in the villages to bring 'Lazarus' back to life. Are you a believer?
Bois Bandé (pronounced Bwah ban-day according to Côté ci Côté là ) is the herb of choice. I pity some of the trees that have wilted because so much of the bark was removed from the tree. The bark is boiled or steeped to get the magic that will give rise to lost pleasure and heal painful and deep physiological wounds. Does it work? Write in and let me know, because I don't know if it does. I believe I drank the 'tea' once but can't say if it really made a difference. No, don't even go there. I found a site that sells Bois Bandé powder. On the site, there is an 'important notice' reminding you to use the products responsibly. Hahaha, Trini males are acting responsibly when it comes to sex; that will happen when pigs begin to fly.
Here is some information (this is done in the interest of public health... tongue in cheek response!) from the site Grenada Market: "Bois Bande loosely translates from its French origin as "Potency Wood." It is found on some Caribbean islands and is well known as a sexual enhancer. The powder is derived from the bark of the Bois Bande Tree and can be added to hot beverages (water, milk) to extract its potent ingredients." Link to the site here: Grenada Market.com.
Pacro Water
Yes, I had it, and most Trinis still drink it and believe in its potency. It is completely unappealing to me because I can no longer tolerate seafood and shellfish. I am allergic to these things. According to the Simply Trini Cooking website, "it's good for the back." If you are adventurous and want to try it, go to this link for the recipe: Simply Trini Cooking - pacro water.
Spanish Fly
Spanish Fly, the one and only aphrodisiac, was, for an extremely long time, the talk of the town. The young men all wanted to try this product. The product claims to be able to enhance performance. It increases libido and virility, improves sensation, and increases stamina. The documentation for the product also claims that it increases skin sensitivity and is specifically formulated to help support sexual function and pleasure.
Sea Moss
Here is another one that is "good for the back," and the typical Trini male will consume sea moss every day if given the opportunity. It has been reported that it has aphrodisiac properties. I just don't care about any of that because this drink is simply wonderful—I love it! This seaweed is dried and sold in markets around the country. Blanchieusse is a good place to get sea moss if you are on the island. Once again, Simply Trini Cooking provides a recipe for this drink. Get it here: Simply Trini Cooking/Sea Moss.
Trinis believe that these remedies can really help, and if "you are a real Trini' you will know about these things. Of course, you can add to the post, but these are some of the main 'remedies' used to give Piggly Wiggly a boost. This boost will ensure that your compass breaks the norm, points the way forward, and keeps you away from the confines of the cold and deep South. One needs to stay focused and head north; it is a desirable direction and a place that will stand out for years to come. However, whatever action you take, make sure that you get it right.
