Falmouth Pier: A Glimpse

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Recently, i went on a road trip and ended up at the Falmouth Pier, Trelawny, Jamaica. Those are always the best road trips-- no set final destination, just you, the wide open road and the mini adventures in between lol. While at the Falmouth Pier, I must say i was very pleased with the developments and was even more pleased at the way my country was on display down by the Pier. *wide smile* The few tourists i spoke with were very happy, they enjoyed the tours around the town and they available shops were to their liking, so what more could i ask for. Will go into more details at a later date though, i promise!

Trench Town Rocked

As a part of our Reggae Month celebrations, the community of Trench Town, Bob Marley's birthplace held a series of events in his honour. Like any good event, it had all the requirements: good food, great vibes, great music, all-in-all a great atmosphere. Various entertainers graced the stage from T.O.K., to Wayne Marshall, Tifa and Fambo, to the closing acts Damion and Ziggy Marley.

Attached are a few pictures from the 12th staging of Trench Town Rocks, held February 4. Enjoy!

                                 

            

Photos courtesy of Ishango Photography.

Music : Affairs of the Heart

This is another hit song from Damian "Junior Gong" Marley, titled Affairs of the Heart. I personally am in love with this track [and the man behind the music^_^] but it has been constantly on replay. Below are a few lyrics from this track Affairs of the Heart:

"... When the tour bus drop off and all light lock off and I'm a mere mortal again,

      promoter belly full and all the fans gone home, I'm glad that your more than a friend ..."

"... Nuff a dem nuh fortunate enough to have somebody
     Some just cannot see beyond the flesh and it's so funny
     Never get too caught up in yourself to feel the magic
     True love come n pass you by in life that is so tragic ..."

"... Well nuff a dem a just Miss Congeniality,
      dem pretty face and dem nah face reality
      well dem a quantity, woman you a quality! ..."

But don't just take my opinion, listen for yourself!

Living Legacies

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In honour of Black History Month and February being identified as Reggae Month here on the island, i will highlight some of Jamaica's living legacies namely our heroes and those identified by a majority of the people, as being a true Jamaican Hero.


All of Jamaica’s national heroes fought to establish and lay the foundation and identity of Jamaica as a nation. They earned their status because of their political anti-slavery colonial endeavors. In one way or another they either fought for or were responsible for the development of the nation.


Some were freedom fighters on the battle field for the liberation of Jamaica, like Paul Bogle, Nanny of the Maroons and Sam Sharpe, others sought to establish freedom through the more formal legal and constitutional process like George William Gordon, Norman Manley and Alexander Bustamante.


Marcus Garvey, the first national hero, contribution was made because of the global impact of his political and ideological philosophy- Black Nationalism. Bob Marley in his music philosophically drew almost exclusively from Garvey’s political philosophy and work.


However, there are two persons who the Jamaican people would like to see being bestowed as a National Hero and they are Bob Marley and Louise Bennett-Coverley. The strongest argument for considering Marley as a national hero is as a cultural icon and how that related to Jamaica’s national identity. Marley’s accomplishments and impact has enhanced Jamaica’s national identity in the international community.


While Louise Bennett "Miss Lou" is our first lady of culture. Louise Bennett-Coverley is a poet and folklorist of international reputation, an radio and television personality; an author of folk stories; a dominant personality of Jamaican theatre for four decades.  In short she is a living - and more often than laughing - a legend in her time. Her honours have ranged from the Member of the Order of the British Empire awarded by Queen Elizabeth II in 1961, the Musgrave Silver Medal, the Norman Manley Award of Excellence, and in 1974, the Order of Jamaica which entitled her to be addressed as 'the Honourable Louise Bennett-Coverley'.

NB.* All the individuals being highlighted are deceased. But i guess you must be wondering, why i refer to them as living legacies. The answer is really simple, the individuals above have made an indeliable mark on Jamaican society and although death have separated us, we still remember and honour their work.

Welcome to Jamaican Living Memoir!

Hey world!

Welcome to a piece of my world!

This blog will showcase my adventures through my country, Jamaica-- our culture ranging from our music to fashion, to language, to food, even our nightlife, my people and importanly our history. Jamaica is a beauty. If you haven't been here, you should come and visit! I can guarantee that you will have a blast.

If you are like me, however and there are many places or things you are yet to visit or do on this lil piece of paradise, then join me in ticking those places and adventures off your bucketlist.:)

I truly hope you enjoy my blog and it stirs in you the desire to make Jamaica your next vacation destination!