Book Review: The Tender Side of Me This is a personal memoir that gives authenticity to social issues of love and relationships, single life, single parenting, jealousy, courage, envy, independence, coping skills, retirement and money. The Tender Side of Me chronicles Simpson’s fast paced roller coaster life to one that has finally found balance. Many will be inspired by her achievements, her boldness and her penchant for excellence and might be equally moved by her challenges and her ability to land on her feet.
Can my ex sell Jamaica house past Florida Court Ordered date? Following divorce proceedings, the US Court did order for him to only get a small sum if he didn't fix up the Jamaica house within a year. That period of a year was four years ago. I need to stop him as he is using the title to borrow money and make arrangements to fix up and sell the house.
Immigration: President Obama And Secretary Janet Napolitano Announces New Immigration Benefits For Young People. – What Does It Mean? On June 15, 2012 President Obama announced that he has now signed an executive order that would provide relief for individuals who were brought to the United States as children. The Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano announced that effective immediately, certain young people who were brought to the United States as young children, do not present a risk to national security or public safety, and meet several key criteria will be considered for relief from removal from the country or from entering into removal proceedings.
This trip was primarily for a week of rest and relaxation after two hectic weeks in Zambia. From what I can recall, after all the stuff we did there we were gratified, but tired, and looking forward to the downtime before the long flight back to Toronto through London. Our departure from Lusaka was staggered; one team member was going back to Toronto and I was the first one to Cape Town where I would wait for the arrival of the others. The plan was to spend a night in Jo'burg and fly out the next day to Cape Town where we would spend three days before coming back for two days in Jo'burg.
The title for my dead dad's land is lost and we need to sell fast My father died almost eight yeas ago and my mother and I are the only beneficiaries to his estate. I want to sell my father's land, but title is lost. The lawyer wants J$100,000 just to get the replacement title
US Court Order rules for house sale, but my ex is now in Jamaica fighting The US Court ordered in divorce proceedings that the Jamaica house and land, jointly owned by my ex-husband and I, must be sold. My ex-husband who did not ask for an extension, is now in Jamaica, trying to do those repairs before the house is sold. How do I stop him from doing anything further in Jamaica?
My parents need to sell Jamaica house, but my brother's wife wont leave... Eventually, earlier this year, my parents got another buyer and decided to go along with the sale. The problem is that brother's wife is saying that she is not leaving because she has no where else to go. There was no official agreement as far as rent is concerned, and as no money is being offered for the purchase of the house, my parents still need to sell the house. What can they do?
Moore Chat JA: A conversation with Blogger Carla Moore Yuh eva hear bout Kingston, Ontario? Well, it is a very small town and the school I am attending full a plenty privileged pickney who are out of the prep school system. So what would happen is I would walk down the walkway of the university and I was see a wave of humanity walking towards me but it was as if they never saw me! It was as if I never existed. I would tell people about how lonely this place felt but I was felt ungrateful because I knew I was fortunate because I’m going to school overseas.
Help, I missed my date for a Jamaica court in a lawsuit for money, what next? I got a summons because someone who loan me money is taking me to Court for its return. The thing is I mislaid the summons and didnt know the date. I recently found it and realised the date has passed. What will happen? Can I go to jail?
Review: Luciano Up Close & Personal at 'The Garage! - New York May 2012 Backed by the Ruff Stuff band, Luciano return to NYC at ‘The Garage’ night club in the Bronx was very appropriate and fitting for the Mother's Day Tribute. For three straight hours “the messenger” brought joy to the Mother’s Day celebration. I entered the venue just as the singer was being introduced. And I heard Luciano’s voice before seeing him. He was dressed in full military attire
Review: Johnny Osbourne at the Red Rooster, in Harlem - May 2012 Backed by the Ruff Stuff band, Luciano return to NYC at ‘The Garage’ night club in the Bronx was very appropriate and fitting for the Mother's Day Tribute. For three straight hours “the messenger” brought joy to the Mother’s Day celebration. I entered the venue just as the singer was being introduced. And I heard Luciano’s voice before seeing him. He was dressed in full military attire
Probating from Florida... can I? My mother died in Miami, Fl in 2008. We are probating her Estate here, as there is an appointed Administrator in the State of Florida. Do we have to go through the same process for an Estate is Jamaica? If so, can we follow the steps above, or how do we probate from America?
Jamaican Recipes iPhone & iPad App We are pleased to RE-introduce our application in the Apple App Store for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The application, "Jamaican Recipes" allows users to browse Jamaicans.com's database of over 110 recipes with step by step cooking instructions and view of glossary of Jamaican foods.
MARLEY: Definite collection of Bob Marley's Life Directed by Kevin MacDonald - Marley Film Review By now you may have heard of, watched or are looking forward to viewing the latest in a string of documentaries attempting to unravel the music and life of reggae superstar Bob Marley. So what can the new documentary ‘Marley’ reveal to us that others have not covered? As a hardcore Bob Marley fan for over 30 years, I sat in great anticipation hoping to finally get an honest and truthful account of the life of one of my musical icons. So why was I disappointed after two and a half hours of watching what was supposed to be the definitive film on the life of Bob Marley?
New Blog: Love 2 Travel Write Film We are pleased to announce a new Jamaicans.com blog "Love 2 Travel Write Film". Award winning filmmaker, Diana O’Gilvie’s work is driven by her global curiosity and distinctive approach to authentic story-telling. Armed with a Master’s Degree in film from Long Island University and a Bachelor of Art’s degree in English from York College, Diana has coupled this academic knowledge with independent film experience on the international stage. Her award winning documentary”Chasing Daddy” (Best New Cinema 2011, Worldwide RF Festival) and “Does Hair Matter?” have been screened in New York, London, Jamaica garnering much praise. As a writer her work has appeared in USA Today, Matador Network, Suite 101, Orlando Examiner, and Dream Wedding Magazine. Diana is an avid photographer and global traveler.
Jamaica's healthcare in good hands A Jamaican-British friend of mine related an embarrassing episode in her life many years ago. There she was at her busy London workplace, the picture of professionalism, when the police arrived to arrest her! What had she done, she asked in total bewilderment. It turned out that she had not taken her child, about eight years old, for her annual medical check-up.
Interview with Daun Ferguson on the “For the Love of You” Jamaica project This week we interview leading South Floirda hairstylist and makeup expert Daun Ferguson. Each summer, since 2006, she travels to Jamaica where she donates her time to mentor the young ladies at the Windsor Girls Home in Ocho Rios. Last year she donated over $10K US worth of hair and feminine products to these young ladies. Here is our conversation with Daun Ferguson
New Blog: Kate and Kayla … We are pleased to announce a new Jamaicans.com blog "Kate and Kayla ". The blog is about two Canadian girls who quit their jobs, sold everything and moved to Jamaica in pursuit of sunshine, adventure and happiness!
Interview: The Tennors Ride Again after 35 years Interview with The Tennors, Jamaica's Premier Rock-Steady Group, featuring George "Clive" Murphy, Ronnie Davis and newest member Sadiki Buckley as the group re-forms after a 35-year hiatus. It was in the midst of the memorable Ska era, or more precisely 1962, that George Murphy aka “Clive Tennors” and Alvin (Cheng Cheng) formed a vocal duet called “The Tennor Twins”. Both singers performed together at numerous Ska venues on many occasions and recorded their first songs for Duke Reid’s Treasure Isle label with The Skatalites as session musicians.
Book Review: No Pit Too Deep This novel, though not based on actual events, depicts real life experiences. It is the hard-hitting, graphic story of Julienne, a young girl who experiences rejection, sexual abuse and the consequences of her choices. Her journey takes her on a downward spiral, deep into a pit of pain, hatred, and bitterness. Through all of this, God’s hand is evident in her life, though at first she does not recognize this. She eventually cries out to Him in desperation and reaches for His hand to help pull her out of the pit
Can I get back my Jamaica land that executor, lawyer sold? Imagine my dilemma and see if you can help me. I was left property in Manchester, by my father who died. I could not come out, to Jamaica, to deal with it, but, kept in touch with the executor. I came out, to Jamaica, the other day to see persons living on the land.
Clarity-on-charity begins at home? Upon arrival back from Kingston,Jamaica the immigration officer said “Why where you in Kingston? There’s nothing there. Lots of poverty…” He was somewhat bemused at my insistence of millionaire mansions, private jets, sushi and jazz clubs. There’s a LOT of money in Jamaica! As well as a poverty.
Review: Jamaican Comedy Comes to Brooklyn - Ity and Fancy Cat comedy show 'Jamaican Laughter" On Saturday March 14th, 2012 unquestionably the best of Jamaican comedy in the shape of Roza Roze aka Noel Ellis, Ian “Ity” Ellis, Alton “Fancy Cat” Hardware, Winston “Blakka Ellis and Kathy Grant also known as ‘The Country Helper’ took over Wingate High School in Brooklyn with their own brand of comedic madness and mayhem in their aptly entitled “Jamaican Laughter” show.
Can I get back monies for repairs, rent from Jamaican ' landlord'? I would like to know if I have any rights on which to sue the landlord? Also if he is not the legal owner of the property can I still sue this person claiming to be the landlord for the repairs I have made? I also would like to know if there are any laws that would also me to try to claim ownership of the property if no relatives make claim?
Welcome to America ...Jamaicans, it’s a sad reality in America that if your sons immigrate here, they will become the hunted/profiled. What do I mean by that? Your sons, particularly those with dreads (or what they called ‘nappy hair’) will be targeted by people, institutions and systems because they are black and male. They will be seen or treated as criminal suspects or potential criminal recruits even before they have the chance to prove otherwise. Of course, there is an exception to everything, but profiling of black males happens in America; and it is worth addressing at this time.
Book Review: The Misadventures of Saucy and Her Mama Saucy’s Journey begins in Kingston, Jamaica and takes her to hustling, bustling Brooklyn, New York in the 1970’s. Share her experiences with her promiscuous, overbearing, distasteful mother, and her tentative, beautiful venture into a teenage love affair.
The Importance of Social Media in Reggae Social Media are internet based applications that are used to turn communication into interactive dialogue, it is a form of communication that is proving to be pivotal for the advancement of careers and the constant relevance of various communication, of which the music industry is not exempt – in essence, based on how this method is used, social media may influence what is deemed as irrelevant, and make it relevant and/or seem relevant.
