The family is the genesis of all societies. It is the launching pad for many individuals and helps to prepare them for assimilating with wider society. Understanding the sub units and types of families gives us more clarity. It allows us to appreciate each person and the difficulties they overcome in life. Every culture has … Continue reading The Caribbean Family: The Willie Lynch Syndrome
The family is the genesis of all societies. It is our most basic economic, political, and social unit. It is within the family unit that individuals first learn the value of work and the worth of their possessions. It is within the family that individuals first experience authority, cooperation, and governance. The Family Families teach … Continue reading The Caribbean Family: Examining Family Diversity in The Caribbean
Being from the Caribbean, I can speak to the reality of the family there. I grew up in a nuclear family with two parents. However, my family dynamic changed when I was a teenager, and my mother became the head of the household. This is commonplace in Jamaica, seemingly the norm, but it shouldn’t be. … Continue reading The Caribbean Family: Single-Family Homes
Sitting here... lounging and relaxing during my lunchtime. Enjoying the breeze and letting my mind wander... it has a mind of its own, my mind... It has decided to quietly slip away to my favorite spot in the mountains... where nature is all consuming and soothing. By: Denise N. Fyffe.
A quick analysis of the selected athletes and their club and school affiliations show some interesting statistics, according work done by Oliver “Elmo” Harris. As expected, MVP and Racers top the club grouping but it is quite surprising that Vere has gone back to the glory days and heads the school count with SIX … Continue reading Interesting Statistics on Jamaica Olympics Track Team
SUPREME VENTURES/ NATIONAL SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS JAMAICA ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL STADIUM Session: 3 SENIOR TRIALS DAY 3 Day 3 - Saturday 07/02/2016 - Starts at 09:00 AM Event Round 9:00 AM - Men 200 Meter Dash Prelims 9:30 AM - Women Hammer Throw Finals 11:00 AM - Men Hammer Throw Finals 5:00 PM - Women Shot Put Finals 5:10 … Continue reading JAAA Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships, #JaSeniorTrials Schedule Day 3
SUPREME VENTURES/ NATIONAL SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS JAMAICA ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL STADIUM Session: 2 SENIOR TRIALS DAY 2 Day 2 - Friday 07/01/2016 - Starts at 05:00 PM Event Round 5:00 PM - Men Pole Vault Finals 5:30 PM - Women Discus Throw Finals 5:30 PM - Men 100 Meter Dash MASTERS Finals 5:30 PM - Men 400 Meter Dash … Continue reading JAAA Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships, #JaSeniorTrials Schedule Day 2
SUPREME VENTURES/ NATIONAL SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS JAMAICA ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL STADIUM Session: 1 SENIOR TRIALS DAY 1 Day 1 - Thursday 06/30/2016 - Starts at 10:00 AM Event Round 10:00 AM - Men 100 Meter Dash QUALIFIERS Prelims 5:30 PM - Men Javelin Throw Finals 5:32 PM - Men Triple Jump Finals 6:05 PM - Women 400 Meter Hurdles … Continue reading JAAA Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships, #JaSeniorTrials Schedule Day 1
MVP's Kevaun Rattan was the fastest qualifier following first round action of the Men's 100m this morning at the JAAA/Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships inside the National Stadium. Rattan won the first heat in 10.37 seconds. The others to advance to the next round are, Ramon Barnwell (10.39), Ryan Shields (10.44), Kemah Green (10.47) , … Continue reading #JaSeniorTrials: Nine athletes through to 100m quarter finals
The four day, JAAA Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships 2016, begins today June 30, 2016. It is expected to be a great event. The Jamaican athletes will all be on display and attempt to qualify for the Jamaican National Team; representing the country at the Rio Olympics, in summer. According to the Jamaica Observer, "The … Continue reading The JAAA Supreme Ventures National Senior Championships, Gets Underway in Kingston Jamaica
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