9 Things Everyone Who Grew Up Jamaican Will Understand
If you’re like me, you’ve had countless debates with your Jamaican-born family and friends that “you’re not really Jamaican because you weren’t born there.” Well, if one or both of your parents were born in Jamaica, and you were born in China, Timbuktu, Guam, or anywhere outside of Jamaica, you can officially obtain Jamaican citizenship […]
7 Ways Miss Lou has Influenced Me
Who am I? I am Dr Sue (Susan Lycett Davis) most importantly, I am a daughter, auntie, cousin, friend…a child of God! Secondly, I am an educator, author, writer, poet, storyteller, speaker, community, and cultural activist. I am a human resources practitioner, having chosen this career path because of my passion for the welfare of […]
13 Things in Every Jamaican Household
Jamaicans need a few necessities to survive. No matter where they go, these items are treasured. Here are some things in every Jamaican household. How many of these items do you recognize? 1. Scotch Bonnet Peppers. 2. Snacks Like These. 3. A China Cabinet with Dishes That Have Never Been Used. 4. A Jamaican First Aid […]
The 5 Mango Pedigrees That Only a Jamaican Can Relate To !!! Do You Think We Discriminate?
For my Jamaican-American children, mangoes are just mangoes. Imagine saving an East Indian mango amongst a bunch of other mangoes only to have one of your children eat it. Yes they left the other mangoes but ate the prized East Indian mango. They are surprised at your reaction toward them. Then you realize they also […]
9 Things that makes us proud to be Jamaicans
Jamaicans are a proud people and we are equally pleased about the things that make us unique. Sure, there is crime, poverty and economic challenges but our spirit and tenacity remain undaunted and we treasure all the wonderful things about this place we call home. Just in case you need a reminder, here are 9 […]
Memoirs of An Illegal Alien: Did I Say Yes To Love or A Green Card – Part 116
” Yes” I replied to Rosa’s offer. It rolled off my tongue easily without thinking of the consequence. Let’s do it. Let’s get married. There was silence on the other end of the line. “Rosa, are you there”, I asked Then I heard sniffles. Rosa was crying. “I am here.” She replied I did not […]
Top 10 Jamaican Historic Moments
On August 6, 1962 Jamaica celebrated its independence from British rule. Since then, the small island nation of barely three million people has cemented its name in the Caribbean region and around the world with many significant historic events. Here are the top ten Jamaican historic moments since the country’s independence. 1965 – Martin Luther […]
Jamaican Jokes: The Jamaican Cat
A Jamaican man absolutely hated his wife’s cat and decided to get rid of it one day by driving 20 blocks from his home and leaving it at the park. As he was getting home, the cat was walking up the driveway. The next day he decided to drive the cat 40 blocks away. He […]
Election 2016 – Interview with Jamaicans & Portia Simpson (Funny Spoof)
The Jamaica Labour Party was declared the winner of the 2016 general election, after claiming 33 of the 63 constituency seats. With the JLP handing the PNP a stunning defeat, the green party supporters took to the streets to celebrate its massive victory. Boardlane TV was there to capture some candid movements Boardlane TV: Hello […]
Jamaican Jokes: Rasta man vs Yale Graduate
The National Poetry Contest was now down to the last two contestants; A Yale graduate and a Jamaican Rasta man. They were given a word and were allowed two minutes to study the word and come up with a poem that contained the word. The word they were given was ” Timbuktu “. First to […]