An Authentic Jamaican Experience
Robots. No, I speak not of the technologically advanced machinery designed for leisure or pleasure. I speak not of the complex combination of metals controlled by a computer software. I speak of the men who risk their freedom, their lives, their everything to take the stranded home. Okay, so again I make have exaggerated just... Continue Reading →
If you travel within Kingston and St Catherine using public transportation, you are likely to encounter casually dressed men aggressively trying to place you on a taxi. More often than not these are self-employed businessmen selling their services whether you like it or not. Before you begin to question the necessity of their services, there... Continue Reading →
I haven't been in a lot of holes, and by no means do I consider myself a 'holey' man but of all the holes I've been in, it is now official, the blue hole is my favourite hole. It may be wide and deep, but when I dived in - head first - I didn't... Continue Reading →
Location: St. Thomas Camera: Canon Rebel T3i Caption: If I had a slingshot, that bird would be dinner. I trust I'm at the top of the food chain 🙏🏾. While driving from St. Thomas into St. Andrew I saw these birds having a field day. I loved the scene and was compelled to stop for... Continue Reading →
I am the self-proclaimed road-trip king. In my prime every Sunday would be a new adventure, cutting a fresh slice of Jamaica. I've since visited every parish, most major beaches, restaurants and landmarks across the island. Most of these trips are as spontaneous as they get. Absolutely no planning was usually involved. We could drive... Continue Reading →
A Scientific Analysis of the Reason Jamaican Men Cheat
I shadowed the brakes a little, just to get the opportunity to 'interview' one of the many business owners providing services at night. I approached the first storefront to squeeze the fruits to make sure they are ripe but was forbidden by my host. I hailed 'waa gwaan' to the store owner and to my... Continue Reading →
How to Get Your USA Visa in Jamaica
If you are living in Jamaica, chances are you would have seen ads requesting that you apply for citizenship in Canada. I have seen many ads of this nature, and relatives and friends have taken this opportunity. In fact, I can not even count the number of colleagues that would have taken the opportunity to... Continue Reading →
I have been shopping at PriceSmart for about two years and I noticed a trend that I am sure many have experienced. I was at the line at PriceSmart ready to check-out when I felt the touch. It wasn't the touch of the holy spirit or an angel nudging me to come home. It was... Continue Reading →
Location: Cherry Gardens St. Andrew Camera: Canon Rebel T3i Caption: Sometimes I go 'rich people watching' ... because...poor people watching is kind of dangerous.
I was fortunate enough to attend a wedding a few days ago. It was the first wedding I attended since childhood. It may be that young people nowadays are very cautious when it comes to marriage, or they simply like to play around. Whatever the case I am in the line waiting for my turn.... Continue Reading →
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