Granny Story: "Be Wary of Greeks Bearing Gifts!" My Granny Gheeta was a woman of refined taste, class and a staunch believer and advocate of sincerity. One never had to wonder where they stood in Granny's life or how she felt about them. She always made her feelings known, whether they were good, bad, or ugly.

3 New Poems We added 3 new poems:  "Fia! Fia! Inna De Arcaad" , "Uncle Sam's Account" and "Rulers Under Scrutiny" by Margaret Juliet Bailey.

Love is in the Air - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 84 Steven was in love. He did not need to say it as his actions showed it.  I was there the night it happened.  We were at the store when a young black lady walked in. She walked up to us while we were stocking the shampoo aisle.  She asked for help.

HURRICANE SANDY: Boardlane TV On The Streets of St. Ann (A Jamaican Spoof) Jamaicans are hunkered down as Hurricane Sandy with pelting rain and howling winds, is battering the island. However, a few brave souls are out and about defying warnings to stay home. Boardlane TV is here this St. Ann area to speak to some of them.

Taming Celeste - Chapter 4 - J.L. Campbell The police come to see Celeste to find out what she knows about the murder. She refuses to admit to knowing anything about the killer. 

Sun, Sand and the Green-Eyed Monster: What Is For You - Part 9 Part 9 of the tale of Nadiya Foster, a Jamaican-Canadian student who heads back to UWI for a one-year exchange program at UWI. 

The Pot Giving the Kettle Advice - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 83 The late-night cashier Claudette Samuels was caught stealing. I was shocked. She was Jamaican. Claudette was one of the hardest workers at the store. She never complained about the late-night hours and always had an infectious smile. The customers loved her. The store managers could always depend on her. She would be the first person they would call if another cashier was sick.

Taming Celeste - Chapter 3 Mark stretched his legs, leaned against the seat and closed his eyes. He needed sleep. He had stayed up late last night ensuring that the list of car parts waiting at customs matched his order. He glanced around the stark waiting room and let his shoulders droop. Without knowing it, he had been a knot of worry as he waited to hear the outcome of Celeste’s procedure. A woman called his name. He looked up and the nurse’s uniform snapped him to full attention. He got to his feet. “Can I see Ms. Davies now?”

Granny Ghetta I Talk About "Land Capturors" Caribbeans are known throughout the world as being connoisseurs of real estate. Most West Indians toil feverishly for the dream of one day owning their own property.

2 New Poems We added 2 new poems: "Silent Jamaicans" a tribute to the Jamaicans who died during 911 terrorist attacks and "Nuff Respeck!". Both poems are by Margaret Juliet Bailey.

Miss Lou Day 2012 on Jamaicans.com Today is Miss Lou's (Louise Simone Bennett-Coverley OM, OJ, MBE) birthday and it's Miss Lou Day on Jamaicans.com. We have a whole section on our website site dedicated to Miss Lou. It includes a photo gallery, an interview, tributes and more. Please free to post in our forums how "Miss Lou" has impacted you and also if you think she should be a Jamaican national hero.

Video: Miss Lou explaining Jamaican Proverbs Do you know what is the meaning of the Jamaican proverb "When trouble tek man, pickney boot fit him". In this old Jamaica National Library Black and White video, Miss Lou explains the meanings of a few popular Jamaican proverbs. 

Air Jamaica Vintage & Nostalgia Photos We have added over 20 photos of Air Jamaica's past to our Air Jamaica photo gallery. Check out these new Air Jamaica Vintage & Nostalgia  Photos today.

Jamaican Joke: The Raffle A Jamaican moved to Barbados and bought a donkey from an old Barbadian (Bajan) farmer for$100.00. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day, the Bajan farmer drove up and said, "Sorry, but....

Jamaican Joke: Working at the Zoo A Jamaican living in the States was down on his luck. Out of work and broke, he started going around to various companies in the city begging for a job, any job.Finally he got to the zoo. The zookeeper looked ...

Through storms, that’s what friends are for - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 82 Those 30 days living with John and Lecia would become some of the most interesting days I have had since coming to America. After a week living there it soon became clear he made the decision without consulting Lecia.  She did not want me there. At first I thought it was out of resentment from her husband not including her in the decision to put me up but I would later learn something else.

New Vintage & Nostalgia Jamaica Photos We have added over 30 new photos of Jamaica's past to our Nostalgia photo gallery. Check out these new Vintage & Nostalgia Jamaica Photos today.

Ms. Dulcie Sey: “How Dem A Look Man?”  Well howdy-do hall hoff you ferulaceous people pon radio, T.V. an Hintarnet Land! Ow is haal a huno doing dese fine days? Well, me glad fi report sey, Missa Fowler is back inna haction an a get pon mi custed nerves, has usual. Hexcept, haal now dem no fine de ole relux dem, you heva see mi dyin trial?

Ms. Dulcie Sey: "So Wey Dem Hinvite We Fa?" Howdie-do hall hof mi faithful fans! Ow iz hall uno doin dese days?  Well, it seem like de wul gawn topsy-turvy. Wan good ting dough, hafta mi rally dung a de hairport and de Hembassy dem, Ms. Dulcie hiz appy fi hannounce sey dem tek mi hoffa de "no fly list". Cyan yu himagine......?

Granny Story: "God's Shining Stars" Every parent or grandparent thinks his or her child or grandchild is "special". The unique nature of each child in the universe prompts us to treat him/her differently depending upon the joy, and sometimes, the mischievous vibes they bring into our lives. But, "special" can be a word that is grossly misused or overrated. The dictionary defines special as, possessing a distinct or particular kind of character. Being a particular one or individual.

Granny & I Talk about Following Dreams Granny Gheeta and I often spent hours conversing about the future and how important it was to make something of oneself before it was too late. Many times Granny joked about my mischievous nature, declaring, "Magli, concentrate on making something of yourself instead of being a spectacle, because time waits on no man."

Why do Jamaicans Run so Fast? We Jamaicans have dominated the past three Olympics in track and field. After each, the question is asked, “Why do Jamaicans run so fast?” With Usain Bolt’s dramatic sweep of the 2012 Olympic track and field events, many theories have been put forth, but they all ignore the inner strength and fortitude of the Jamaican people.

Window Shopping: What Is For You - Part 8 Part 8 of the tale of Nadiya Foster, a Jamaican-born Canadian-bred university student who heads back to Jamaica for a one-year exchange program at UWI.

3 New Poems We added 3 new poems: "Shottin Up De Place" by Reverend Margaret Juliet Bailey; "For Shelley Ann Pocket Rocket Fraser Pryce" & "Usain Bolt An Mi Marriage" Joan Andrea Hutchinson

Taming Celeste - Chapter 2 Celeste scanned the shuttered buildings across the street before turning the air conditioning in the Prado to a higher setting. Between the restaurant and the vehicle, the chill during the past hour had seeped into her bones. She rubbed up and down her arms and looked across at Orette, who seemed immune in a navy suit. "My blood is turning to ketchup in my veins."

2 New Poems We added 2 new poems: "Calabashing" by Jennifer Lumley  and "Racism Still Exists" by Reverend Margaret Juliet Bailey

Shocked: When An Affair is Not An Affair? - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 81 Those 30 days living with John and Lecia would become some of the most interesting days I have had since coming to America. After a week living there it soon became clear he made the decision without consulting Lecia.  She did not want me there. At first I thought it was out of resentment from her husband not including her in the decision to put me up but I would later learn something else.

Rita Marley - Jamaican Hall of Fame Rita Marley, the widow of deceased Reggae Artist Robert Nesta Marley was born Alpharita Constantia Anderson in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba on July 25, 1946. She was raised in Kingston, Jamaica by her aunt who lived on Greenwich Park Road. While living with her aunt she studied Practical Nursing, however, her career as a Nurse was soon delayed due to the fact that she wanted to start a family. She is also known as "The Queen of Reggae" and is an accomplished Singer in her own right. A member of the group the "I Threes", former back-up singer for Bob Marley Peter Tosh and "The Wailers".

Taming Celeste - Chapter 1 One woman’s quest to outrun her past and shape the future leads her into the dangerous world of software piracy. Celeste Davies must outwit ruthless players if she is to protect Mark Weekes, the only man who makes her feel complete.

A First Date: What Is For You - Part 7 This story tells the tale of Nadiya Foster, a Jamaican-born Canadian-bred university student who heads back to Jamaica for a one-year exchange program at UWI. -My weekend with my grandparents went by quickly, and was the perfect amount of time to spend in the country. It was relaxing being there with them, without any books or any loud noise from hall, and of course, they spoiled me rotten while I was there. I probably ate more that weekend than I had the entire week before.

Moving - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 80 I had 2 days off from work. I would not have to see Steven and pretend I did not know what happened. I was happy for the time but it went by quickly. I was back at work. It was awkward seeing Steven at work after hearing what he said on the phone. I felt betrayed.

Ms. Dulcie Sey: "Haaard Times A Bust We Shut!" Ow iz all mi dear frens dem doin hall ova de Wul? Lawd! Ms Dulcie is very cancern dese dayz, az uno knoe me iz a globe travla, an me tell yu sey hevry where me go inna Jamaica, Urope an Merka peple dem a sell hout dem nice, nice tings dirt cheap.

Bredda Anancy and the Jerk Fowl Once upon a time, Brother Anancy and his good friend, Brother Lion were hungry and were in the mood for something tasty to eat. They decided that they wanted to have some chicken at Island Grill.

A Trip To Country: What Is For You - Part 6 This story tells the tale of Nadiya Foster, a Jamaican-born Canadian-bred university student who heads back to Jamaica for a one-year exchange program at UWI.

Granny Story: Acting Out of Character We all have those days when we don't feel quite like ourselves, or when we act completely out of character. The days when, not even our closest associates or family members recognize us.

Granny & I Converse about American Celebrity Granny Gheeta loved music and films, however, she was never the sort of person who indulged in idol worship or got her knickers in a crease over famous people. There were a few celebrities she watched from time to time, but she always put their lives in perspective by commenting, "All that glitters is not gold".

LIVE BROADCAST: PNP Imposed Taxes Prompt Protest On The Streets (Jamaican Sketch - Satire) Good day to our viewers. Jamaicans are in an uproar over the recently announced tax package, which includes an inexplicable tax increase on consumer goods that will affect the poorest in the nation. Standing next to me is a taxi operator who is one of the hundreds of demonstrators here in the Papine area.

LIVE BROADCAST: Busy Signal Arrest – Reactions on the streets (Jamaican Sketch - Satire) Popular Jamaican dancehall artist ‘Busy Signal’ was arrested by members of the Fugitive Apprehension Team at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston as he disembarked a flight. Busy Signal was said to be fugitive wanted on decade-old drug conspiracy charges in the U.S. He is also accused of travelling on false documents. The reaction from Jamaicans is one of dismay, shock and disbelief. Boardlane TV rushed to the scene out side the Norman Manley airport to get reactions.

Alone, Scared and Betrayed - Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 79 I was lonely. Sue was back in Jamaica. In the last few months before she left we had gotten very close. I think part of it was that we knew it would be a while before we would see each other again. The first week she left she called and we spoke for an hour the first month. It was cheaper for her to call from Jamaica than me calling her from Miami. She loved being back in Jamaica. My mother spoiled her rotten and her job at one of the investment & consulting firms was great. She and Kerri, our younger sister, were bonding again. They were making up for 5 years lost time.

Live Broadcast: Usain Bolt And Belle Lubica Split - Reactions On The Streets (Satire) Just six months into their relationship, there are reports that Usain Bolt, and Slovakian fashion designer Lubica Slovak, has ended. With the new turn of events, Boardlane TV took the streets once again to obtain reaction from the Jamaican people.