Photos by Mandy Thompson
Every village needs an Archie to cut the grass and drain water from the potholes on the roads. Ask the residents of St Lawrence, a small community located five miles south of Parika along the East Bank of Essequibo about their Archie, and they would quickly direct you to his home.
Archie, as he is known throughout the community, has an official name which is Lionel Seepersaud. He is the grandson of one of the former owners of St Lawrence. This inconspicuous community, which stretches for less than a mile in length is bordered by Hubu to the north and Present Hope to the south. It is tucked away along the banks of
