By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2014, Denise N. Fyffe I live in a time, When man is unshackled; Unshackled from his past, Unshackled from his mental slavery. I live in a time, When men choose black and not white; I live in a time, When what lies were told, can no longer hold us. … Continue reading Jamaican Poetry: I live in a time (Barack Obama Poem)
I had the experience of a lifetime photographing this beautiful wedding in Jamaica! I wish the best to Gabrielle and Chad, you showed me how to party Jamaican style
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2010, Poetess Defy, Denise Fyffe Jamaica is one of the most beautiful Caribbean countries, filled with sand, surf and sea and brimming with culture and native beauty. The people are widely described as friendly and engaging and the music is world-renowned. Then, there is the warm Caribbean sun and … Continue reading Jamaican Wedding: A Jamaican wedding getaway
Reblogged The official movie poster for Club Paradise which was shot in Portland, Jamaica and starred Robin Williams. FOR four months in 1985, scenic Portland was the backdrop for Club Paradise, a movie starring Robin Williams and reggae superstar Jimmy Cliff. Released the following year, the comedy was a launching pad for Williams' remarkable … Continue reading Jamaican Lifestyle : Robin Williams and Jamaica
My summer vacation has been made awesome by this quaint getaway. One of Jamaica's hidden treasure Rafjam Bed and Breakfast off the road of Irish Town via Redlight Square. Waiting for me was this beautiful gem of a waterfall. Address: 6 Springdale Cove, Hopewell Road, Red Light District, Irish Town, Kingston, St Andrew Telephone: 944-8094
JAMAICA’S legislators have approved the amendment of the Dangerous Drugs Act to facilitate the decriminalization of possession of small amounts of ganja. The announcement was made by Justice Minister Mark Golding during a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston yesterday. “Cabinet has approved certain changes to the law relating to … Continue reading Marijuana decriminalization in Jamaica by September 2014
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2014, Denise N. Fyffe Calabash 2014, as said by many at the festival, is a world class event featuring some of the best poets, writers and authors in the world. This bi-annual event featured many great writers such as Jamaica Kincaid, Zadie Smith, Sir Salman Rushdie, Mukoma wa Ngugi, … Continue reading The Calabash Experience – Calabash Schedule, 3 nights of World Class Poetry
By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2014, Denise N. Fyffe
The Calabash International Literary Festival 2014 has been over for going on four days now, and I am not yet quite recovered. From the welcome dinner for authors and press last Thursday night; to the Friday morning boat trip to Pelican Bar; to the opening of the Festival proper that evening with an emotional reading of … Continue reading Post Calabash post by Stephanie Saulter
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