Breaking Hair- Causes
It is normal for people to be defined or described by their hair. After all, it is the first thing that people see. It is not unusual for people to be described by the colour of their hair, the length of their hair, and whether their hair is relaxed or natural. So, it is understandable […]
How dare you judge! Don’t bad mind!
I’m often slapped with the phrase “Don’t judge!” when I criticize Jamaica. Then the fast to follow “Don’t bad mind!” – Both blanket expressions which also mean, let’s brush this ugly business under the rug. For example, I am swift to criticize the praise/non-accountability bestowed on; Yet another entertainer in jail; Jamaican media over hyping […]
Why our economic growth matters more than debt?
Why our economic growth matters more than debt? The real worry is not how will all of us Jamaicans repay foreign creditors but rather what will maintain our creditors desire to keep buying GOJ interest-bearing securities from us? Our national debt recently eclipsed J$1.6 trillion, and is still climbing, with nearly 50% of that debt […]
Whitney Houston: One Moment in Time
I am saddened by the death of Whitney Houston. I mourn her loss like a sister. I have heard the words “tragedy” and “what a waste “so much in the last five days. I do not share either sentiment. I am not worried about how she died. And her life was certainly not a waste. […]
Good Jamaican: Agriculture in St. Elizabeth
I had intended this article to be about the future of Agriculture in Jamaica. You see, last week Wednesday my brother and his family and me and mine made a 2 vehicle trek to Malvern, St. Elizabeth to visit my friend and colleague Kingsley. Kingsley has been a farmer for decades and in recent times, […]
Urban Heartbeat Visits Jamaica – Interview with Founder Jim Avignon
The Street Art Project “Urban Heartbeat – An Artistic Encounter in Public Spaces” arrived in Jamaica on February 23-25 2012 (See the images in the gallery). The founder of the project is German artist Jim Avignon. Urban Heartbeat, is regional project featuring artists from Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean working with Jim Avignon on […]
Welcome to America!
So you went to the interview and the long awaited immigrant visa is a reality; now you cannot wait to go and live the American dream that you have yearned for and fantasized about. And why wouldn’t you when letters or, in today’s technologically advanced world, e-mails, Facebook posts and Twitter tweets show your friends and […]
Five Reasons to Make Your Own Hair Products
I know we live in a busy world and sometimes we wear so many hats as ladies that manufacturer of hair products is not one that you would want to add to your resume. However, there are some advantages in making your own thing, especially, if you are concerned about the harsh chemicals that are […]
Non-Profit Profile: The TrenchTown Reading Centre
The TrenchTown Reading Centre Mission and History The TrenchTown Reading Centre is unique -a first of its kind in an area polarized by persistent poverty and local tribal politics. The Centre opened in December 1993 – a non-profit and secular, community initiative. Focused on Knowledge is Power – literacy, education, culture, life skill, access to […]
The Pros And Cons Of The Conditional "Green Card."
United State citizen spouses and permanent resident spouses have the ability to petition for their foreign spouse to become a lawful permanent resident “green card” holder of the United States. During the course of their relationship most couples immediately petition for the foreign spouse’s permanent residence status in order for the foreign spouse to obtain […]