15 Things to Know About School in Jamaica
In the Jamaican school system, there are distinct differences in everything from terminology to the length of summer vacation. Before attending school in Jamaica, individuals should familiarize themselves with those differences prior to the first day to ensure a smooth transition. 1. The Jamaican academic year runs from Sept.-July, with some local variations. The Education […]
Did You Know Jamaicans Went to Ghana in the 1800s?
The Moravian Church, which had a presence in the West Indies beginning in 1754, evangelized the enslaved people on Jamaican plantations and established a training institute to prepare Jamaican men for Christian missionary work in the West Indies after slavery was abolished by Britain in 1834 and enslaved people in Jamaica were totally emancipated in […]
10 Things Only People With Jamaican Parents Would Understand
Growing up with Jamaican parents is interesting, to say the least. With their many rules and habits, there’s never a dull day. Though we love to make fun of them, our childhoods would’ve been way less interesting without their quirks. Here are 10 things only people with Jamaican parents would understand. 1 – Nothing ever […]
6 Things to Know About Dating a Jamaican Man
Dating people from other cultures can be a fun, exciting and eye-opening experience – especially if it’s a Jamaican. Myths and misconceptions abound, particularly about Jamaican men. There are a great many cultural differences and its important not to make assumptions. Much will depend on the values with which he was raised. The following are […]
20 Jamaican Writers You Should Know
Jamaica has produced some of the most eloquent and relevant writers in the world. They encompass poets and playwrights to novelists, essayists, and journalists. The following are 20 Jamaican writers that everyone should know, in no particular order. 1. Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, known as Miss Lou, authored several books and worked in TV on the […]
50 Interesting Facts About Jamaica & Jamaicans
Jamaica is where languages, culture and cuisine meet and blend into one of the most unique places on the planet. The island nation’s innovators and visionaries were responsible for a myriad of ‘firsts’ that transcended development in other countries and its rich history continues to make a mark on the global stage. Despite millions of […]
25 Riddles Miss Lou Would Love That Will Stump Your Friends
Louise Bennett-Coverley, better known as Miss Lou, has been a standing force in Jamaican culture for years. Ms. Lou was an educator, folklorist, writer and poet, popularizing Jamaican Patois internationally and paving the way for other entertainers to use Patois in their art. Miss Lou had a very vibrant spirit and a captivating laughter. Her […]
“From Whappy Kill Fillup” – Learn the Origins of This Jamaican Phrase
Many Jamaicans use the phrase all the time, in reference to something which happened loooong ago, e.g. “You leave Jamaica from Whappy Kill Fillup.” Was there a man named Whappy who killed a man named Fillup? Well half and half. There was a Whappy, but there was no Fillup. The phrase was born out of […]
10 Things Jamaicans Take Seriously
Growing up in a Jamaican culture, there are a few situations and instances that are not treated lightly or taken for granted. In some other cultures, the equivalent of these may seem frugal, but in our culture these are a big deal! Here are 10 examples of things Jamaicans take seriously. 1. Dominoes To many […]
The 7 Stages of Grief Jamaican Style
There is no right or wrong way to deal with grief and it is very unique to each person. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a Swiss American Psychiatrist created the Kübler-Ross model, which depicts the theory around the five stages of grief and loss. According to this theory, grief is depicted through five emotional reactions namely denial, anger, […]
