Jamaicans.com Heart Foundation Drive in Memory of Marcia “Ackeegirl” Davidson
It has been five years (7/13/03) since Marcia “Ackeegirl” Davidson passed away after a long battle with heart disease. She was instrumental to the Jamaicans.com website and served as the first moderator, first administrator, and in many other areas. She had the heart of an angel. This month, to honor the memory of Marcia “Ackeegirl” Davidson, we are raising $500 to donate to the Jamaica Heart Foundation. Please help us today.

Vote Now for the Best of Jamaica 2008 & Win A 3 night Stay in Negril
Do you love Jamaica? Do you live in a city that has a Jamaican presence? Then vote in our 2008 Internet poll to help discover why Jamaica and Jamaicans are truly wonderful! Categories in the poll include Tourist Life, Jamaica Life, Jamaica Shopping, Restaurants, Jamaican Foods and Diversions/Entertainment. Vote Now for a chance to win a 3 night Stay in Negril, Jamaica!!! Vote for the Best of Jamaica in Jamaica here. Vote for the Best of Jamaica Abroad here.

Jamaica Past With Nostalgia Photos
Celebrate Jamaica's 46th Independence with a look back at the past. We have added over 30 new photos of Jamaica's past to our Nostalgia photo gallery. Check out these new Jamaica Past photos today.

Wild and Loose in Jamaica

Abandoned animals are found throughout Jamaica.  These dogs and cats roam from place to place looking for whatever food they can find.  It isn't unusual to hear dogs fighting over choice morsels throughout the day while cats seem to confine their confrontations to the evening and overnight periods.

Interview with Junior "Gabu" Wedderburn

This month we interview Junior "Gabu" Wedderburn master drummer of Broadway's 'The Lion King'., His drumming styles and music draws upon the traditional Jamaican ritual styles of Kumina, Afro-Christian Pocomania, Tambu, Bruckins, and Nyabinghi. He fuses this with African tribal drumming to create a unique sound that is universal..

What Has Happened to the Jamaica I Remember?
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.

Life Abroad... ‘Tory come to bump’
Jamaicans are the most creative and determine beings in the whole wide world ‘mi ha tell y’u’ and I write that with no fear of being wrong. I have written it with absolute conviction and without jingoism. (Weh y’u seh, y’u agree sah?  Haw-right then.)

Ackee Dip
The ackee dip is an impressive tasting Jamaican appetizer. It is perfect for that social occasion. It's so easy to make no one will know.

How to successfully dismantle political garrisons
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?
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.
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.

Dr. Hopelyn Mullings-Brown — A Jamaican’s Journey of Hope
Hopelyn is the creator of Hopelyn International, an organization that offers tools to assist in the transformation of ordinary people into exceptional leaders. The focus of her ministry is for individuals to understand and embrace their life’s purpose. Her passion is to work with women, but she is open to share with any group, male or female, because that message of hope is for both genders.

Trip Report Part 1: Ocho Rios Family Reuion
Recently, I spent 10 days in Jamaica. Five days were for my family reunion and the other five days vacation. Below is part 1 of my trip report with pictures. I tried to capture some of the high points of the trip. I will have more details on some of interesting discussions, hot topics and some random thoughts on my blog.

Jamaica Tidbits & History Part 1
Who was Jamaica's first Jamaican-Jamaican Born Governor General?  When was breadfruit first introduced to Jamaica? What was Jamaica's first broadcast station? Learn about these tidbits of Jamaican history today!!!

New Poems
We added 5 new poems: Destroying Jamaica  Land I love  by Marsha McFarlane, Stay In Your Place   & Black, Male & Minority  by Karen L. McFarlane and De VIPS  &  Duppy Land  by Margaret Bailey

Quick Jamaican Rice & Peas
Sunday Rice and Peas is a must but when you are on the go it can be a challenge. Our quick rice and peas is for the person on the go that wants to have Jamaica’s “Coat and Arms’, but quickly with a Rice Cooker and pre-cooked pigeon or red peas.

Finding Your Passion Outside the Bedroom
Taking risks is never easy to do.  There are so many pros and cons involved that sometimes we quit before we have even gotten started.  That job is making you miserable and you want to quit, but you are afraid to lose the security of health benefits and the transit checks.

What to do? : Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 38
In this month's "Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien"   life gets complicated. The illegal alien is caught between family, friend and his quest for a green card. Which one will he choose.

How to master Standard English in Jamaica
The more I listen to the ongoing debate regarding the translation of the holy scriptures into the vernacular- Jamaican Creole (JC) - and the corresponding debate regarding the formal recognition of JC and its elevation to national language status on par with English, the more I am convinced how intellectually, implicitly and explicitly, dishonest the “privileged” among us are. 

Jamaica 46th Independence Contest
On August 6th 2008 Jamaica will celebrate 46 years of Independence. In celebration of this event we are holding a 4+6 Contest. Starting August 2nd - August 31st post 4 things you like about Jamaicans and 6 things you like about Jamaica for a chance to win 6 months free SoSochat phone service to Jamaica.