The U.S. Immigration Debate – A few perspectives
Many anticipate that the U.S. immigration laws will change after the 2008 elections in November. With candidates Obama, Clinton and McCain talking about a variety of issues, Immigration being paramount, it is clear that they will say what they must in order to get elected, which is the nature of politics. In what way the […]
Searching For The Best : Jamaican Book Review
About Searching For The Best This Jamaican author brilliantly lays out a framework for people from all walks of life to assume the reigns of their lives through her own personal insights and interpretations of biblical scripture. Dr.Hatcher poses this far-reaching question to her readers: Are you seeking control of your life, or are you […]
Degenerate Impact of Dancehall Music
It is so easy to say how we want to reduce violence in our Island, but from the perspective of a native Jamaican, it is easy to preach, but difficult to practise. In my opinion, effective controls over crime in Jamaica need to start with the music industries, the artistes and the music lyrics which […]
My Greatest Challenge.
‘In the jungle a lion must outrun a gazelle so as not to starve and the gazelle must out-sprint the lion if it is to survive,’ and so, when the sun is up, no matter what you are, you better be running. The same runs parallel for humans. Life becomes an endless struggle for survival. […]
St Lucia Carnival 2008 Calendar of Events
The following is the calendar of events for St Lucia Carnival 2008, according to the Cultural Development Foundation Lucian Line Jam Monday 12th May 2008 2:00 p.m. Castries City Circuit Carnival Official Launch Sunday 1st June 2008 3:00 p.m. Mindoo Philip Park
Stalking Prince Charles in Jamaica
Since “discovering” Jamaica 25 years ago and finally making it my home in 2005, I’ve had many wonderful moments in the Land of Wood and Water. Including my one and only brush with royalty. The occasion was Prince Charles’ visit to the Montego Bay parish of St. James in March 2008. I have zero status […]
Street Festival
I’ve always hated carnivals. They were always too crowded and the food and the rides were always overpriced. Every line 20 minutes long. I never understood the point of playing those impossible games. The gigantic stuffed pink animals looked ridiculous. They never fit in the car. I guess that is why I found it interesting […]
To Build or to Buy?
One of the foremost thoughts of those migrating to Jamaica is to buy a piece of land on the beach or one with a panoramic view of the Caribbean ocean to build their dream home. It isn’t as easy or as practical as it sounds. Over the years I have touched on this subject on […]
How Do I Rebound From A Failed Relationship?
“I feel quite hurt as I don’t deserve to be treated like this?”“I will show him that tree nuh grow inna mi face” The above statements maybe the expressions of a young lady who was “dumped” by her spouse. In her bid to get back at him she rushes out and initiate a relationship with […]
Problems That Spawned Gangs Have Yet to be Addressed
Reader Margaret Lowe of Orlando sent me a video that left me bewildered and sad. It was a documentary produced by award winning English journalist Ross Kemp, who traveled the world to seek insights into gang cultures. Kemp ventured into parts of Kingston where I have never been and talked to gang members whom I […]