Reading Maketh the Full Man: A Kaleidoscope Of My Jamaican Childhood

In 1960, I became an employee of one of Jamaica’s most critical public institutions, dedicated to changing the face and lives of Jamaica and Jamaicans through the power of books and reading; the Jamaica Library Service (JLS),established in 1948  in colonial Jamaica, I joined as a Bookmobile Library Assistant  for the Schools Library Service (SLS). […]

Miramar, Florida’s ‘Taste of the Caribbean Islands’ Brimmed with Good Vibes and Eats

The City of Miramar in Florida capped off its month-long Caribbean-American Heritage celebrations by featuring the Taste of the Caribbean Islands festival at the City’s Town Center Plaza.  A colorful showcase of Caribbean culinary artistry and culture, this marvelous event was hosted by the City’s Commissioner, Alexandra P. Davis and went from 6—10pm with attendees […]

Motherhood and the Arts – Happy Emancipation Day & Independence

Here on the banks of the ancient Nile, living an endless lockdown in a far-away land, I find myself reflecting on my beautiful homeland, Jamaica, on the anniversary of her independence. In solitude, I contemplate… what does celebrating independence really mean to her in these unprecedented and troubled times? Also, I ponder on her struggles, […]