By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2013, Denise N. Fyffe Nelson Mandela lived through hate, chaos, racism, imprisonment and illness. His words, deeds and influence will continue to live with us for many generations. Though imprisoned for over 20 years, Mandela changed his whole character and outlook for the better and this allowed him to … Continue reading Nelson Mandela and his wisdom, quotes
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2013, Denise N. FyffeNelson Mandela was infamous. Most will never attain the leadership position he was in, neither the respect he garnered. Mandela, affected many great people like Micheal Jackson, Princess Diana, President Barack Obama, Bono, Gadafi, Castro, Jesse Jackson, President Clinton, Charlize Theron, Beyonce, both George Bush', priests, … Continue reading How Nelson Mandela affected the world: Photos of famous people, world leaders and celebrities, living and dead; who have met Nelson Mandela
By: Louise Bennett Yuh se me trial now mah? Dat marga gal winjy Want put me eena kas-kas An big lian story She sen come call me toder day An wen ah goh me chile De whole fambly gader roun me Like I was kerosene ile Dem sey smaddy tell miss Terry An she tell … Continue reading Kas Kas by Louise Bennett
Colonization in Reverse by Louise Bennett "Wat a joyful news, Miss Mattie I feel like me heart gwine burs Jamaica people colonizin Englan in reverse. By de hundred, by de tousan From country and from town, By de ship-load, by de plane-load Jamaica is Englan boun. Dem a pour out a Jamaica Everybody future plan … Continue reading Jamaican Poetry: Colonization in Reverse by Louise Bennett
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2015, Poetess Defy, Denise Fyffe Upon meeting and becoming engaged to the person you wish to marry you may want to write your own wedding vows. To many it is highly important that they express, in their own words, how they feel about their partner and what they think … Continue reading Wedding Vows – writing tips
Here is another write up, from someone who has had a great experience here in Jamaica. Enjoy the post from OK Namaste. One of my very favorite aspects of travel is trying local foods. Here are a few items worth seeking out if you ever find yourself in Jamaica, Bob Marley’s homeland. 1. Jamaican Meat Patties … Continue reading 3 Things to Taste in Jamaica
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe The global recession has not been partial with its effects of economic downturn, poverty and all around global hardship. While first world countries and developed countries have recovered more quickly; countries like Jamaica are still reeling from the negative socioeconomic consequences. In such … Continue reading Jamaican Soursop, is it a solution to improving Jamaica’s economic benefits through trade?
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe As a young child, one of the first juices that I came to love was the Jamaican Soursop juice. The fruit was mashed, strained and mixed with nutmeg or cinnamon, milk and rum. What orange juice was to other kids, soursop juice was … Continue reading Jamaican Soursop, in Sickness and in Health (Fighting Illnesses and Cancer the natural way)
Who doesn’t love a great tasting, refreshing, healthy salad? It is a great way to cool down and avoid over-stuffing. Today we give you a nice recipe to accompany your Sunday dinner. Check it out below. Ingredients For 1 person 1 head(s) iceberg lettuce, torn in small pieces 1 small red onion, sliced 1 large cucumber, sliced 1 large tomato, diced Garden Salad Directions Toss … Continue reading Recipe of the Day: Jamaican Garden Salad
Enjoy these plantain dishes, a favorite choice in Jamaica. But, also one of my favorites. I can't live without it. Copyright © 2014, Denise N. Fyffe
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