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The Color of Ice- A Canadian Serenade: Jamaican Book Review

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:25:00 UT

After his father’s death, Eric Taylor is left to fend for himself on a small farm in the mountains of Jamaica. He decides to seek his fortune abroad, and chooses Toronto as his new home. It is a decision he immediately regrets. Alone and half-frozen, he longs for the sunshine and sensuality of his homeland.

Harsh Crime Fighting Policies Keep the Peace in My Little Corner of the World

George Graham — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:55:00 UT

This little corner of Florida is very quiet. I am confident that no groups of rowdy youths will come trooping down my street this evening. It is highly unlikely that robbers will break into my home or vandalize my car. I will not be accosted when I go to the supermarket. I have no fear that I will be car-jacked as I was in Jamaica. How does this part of Florida achieve such a level of calm? And why is Jamaica in such turmoil?

Tags: America, crime, Florida, gangs, gun court, guns, jamaica, law enforcement, right to bear arms, Texas

Driving in Jamaica - An American Retiree in Jamaica

John Casey — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:45:00 UT

Driving in Jamaica isn't for the faint of heart. Much can be said for the cultural differences between this Third World country and that of my native America. The art of driving is just as different. Most of my tourist friends shudder at the thought of getting behind the wheel of a rental car here. The bulk of their fears is largely that of driving on the left side of the road. In Jamaica, left is right or should I say correct.

No Yamaye Taíno Heroes in Jamaica – The Jamaican Coat of Arms Debate

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:34:15 UT

During a recent stay in my island home of Jamaica a local television announcer posed a question about the island’s Coat of Arms. The query was, “Should Jamaica change its Coat of Arms?” One interviewee said, “The Coat of Arms should have black people on it.” The theory was that the island’s Coat of Arms should have images that reflect the island’s African Jamaican majority.

Our Olympians, Our Ambassadors

Sherry Southe — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:34:15 UT

It is great to see that crime has taken a back seat to the wonderful performance that our athletic ambassadors are doing in the Olympics. The athletes are performing and the world is responding and taking notice.

Relationship not going anywhere except in circles

Wayne A. Powell — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:08:53 UT

Hold up your hand if any of the following scenarios best describes your situation. Scenario 1 - You have been with man for ten years (or more) and you have a child or children with him but he has never indicated to you that he intends to marry you and when you bring up the topic he gets upset and is quite abusive. Scenario 2 - You are in a relationship but you and your partner have very little in common and you both engage in more verbal exchanges rather than loving discourse. Scenario 3 - The relationship you are in involves sex, sex and nothing but sex.

How to be Vulnerable

Trudy-Ann Ewan — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:08:53 UT

Fear of the unknown creates a rigid, tight-fisted hold on our lives. Not knowing what may be on the other side of the wall is very unnerving. It is easier to be content and comfortable with the known than to put ourselves at risk of feeling discomfort with the unknown. There are several possibilities that cause us as individuals to fear vulnerability.

Interview with MaryKay Mullally

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:04:41 UT

Jamaican Mary Kay Mullally is one of the 5 winners in the ABC News and Prevention Magazine Picture of Health Contest. After going across the US looking for women over 40 who inspire others to make healthy choices she was chosen as one of the winner. There was a grassroots effort in the Jamaican community to vote for her online. We discuss this effort and how she got involved in this contest.

Book Review - The Sun Always Shines Above the Clouds

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:04:41 UT

The Sun Always Shines Above the Clouds is the autobiography of Claudette Smith’s life growing up in the Caribbean Island of Jamaica. Claudette, who has always been a private individual, has unveiled her life growing up in Jamaica from the tender age of seven to her departure to the United States of America at the age of twenty-seven.

Jamaicans need to carpool to ease gas burden

Sherry Southe — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 23:00:00 UT

Relatively speaking, the time has now come for better dialogue in regards to modes of transportation and travel patterns, in Jamaica. The formidable task to encourage transportation behavioral patterns is emerging.

Hear I Rant

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 03:25:33 UT

What Has Happened to the Jamaica I Remember?

George Graham — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 05:34:54 UT

There was undoubtedly social injustice in the Jamaica I remember. The rich enjoyed a far different lifestyle from the poor. And it seemed most of the rich had light skins, while most of the poor had dark skins. Money was scarce for nearly all of us, and luxuries were few. But, mostly, we got along with each other, and crime was much less prevalent than it is today.

Tags: crime, gangs, honor, jamaica, law enforcement, murder, respect, society

How to successfully dismantle political garrisons

Carlos King — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 05:00:01 UT

In Jamaica a political garrison is an area where at least 90% of the eligible votes are cast for either the PNP or JLP. Those votes are usually secured by way of coercion, intimidation (both implicit and explicit) or through bribery. Another distinct characteristic of political garrisons is the refusal of many residents to pay utility bills. There is minimal investment in the area by the established private sector and whatever infrastructure is still standing is decayed and there is usually an absence of civic pride.

Where have all the fathers gone?

Wayne A. Powell — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 05:00:01 UT

On Sunday June 15, 2008 many deserving dads were showered with praises and good wishes as they were recognized for their commitment to fatherhood. Others however held their heads down in shame as they have not been living up to their responsibilities as fathers. The truth is many mothers stepped forward and took a bow on Father’s Day for they have been the sole support for their children. They would tell you that they have to play the role of mother and father to their child (ren).

Online “Dutty” laundry on Myspace and Facebook can be a barrier to a Job.

Xavier Murphy — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 05:00:01 UT

Myspace.com, facebook.com, LinkedIN.com and other social network sites may be costing you a job or even affecting your business relationships. Job recruiters and potential business partners are not only looking at your resume online but your social network profile, postings, music, and pictures for clues about you.