https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaica-blog.html The My-Island-Jamaica.com Blog keeps you up-to-date with the very latest additions and changes to the my-island-jamaica.com Web site. en-us jamaica Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:18:15 -0400 Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:18:15 -0400 my-island-jamaica.com https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaica-festival-songs-popular-winning-songs-since-1966.htmlc11b3ebd27774041d3f0122828faeccbThe Jamaica Festival Song Competition, also called the Popular Song Competition, and before 1990, known as the Independence Festival Song Competition,
Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:11:17 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/is-september-a-good-month-to-visit-jamaica.html40dd2fdd5225302ef2eb496df7c628c7Is September a good month to visit Jamaica? || Answered by Kadian Clarke, Associate Writer Yes, it is! Certainly from my perspective, but there is a caveat. Tue, 1 Sep 2026 12:55:44 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican_cornmeal_blue_draws.html3487b3377bfb88cb4d018e7600dcc1f9Follow this easy Jamaican Cornmeal Blue Draws recipe, using the most basic ingredients to make this delicious traditional sweet treat.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:06:43 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/10-historical-jamaican-facts-in-the-month-of-september.htmlff7ecc48de50b17e695129ef2f036edfby Deon Clarke | Associate Writer See Also: The History Of Jamaica From Taino To Independence. The month of September brings back so many memories with Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:53:37 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/why_is_jamaican_independence_day_significant.html6ddc0d4dfdab279750055b15d4ceb6c0Every year Jamaica comes alive with excitement for the celebration of Independence day. But, why is Jamaican independence day significant?
Thu, 6 Aug 2026 19:43:43 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican_independence_day.html033e1386a2bc59e2667761e2b1217bb0Jamaican Independence Day has been celebrated every year since 1962. But has it always been this way, what was our first Independence Day like?
Thu, 6 Aug 2026 19:37:57 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/hurricane_season_begins_in_jamaica.htmlfe98cc8288ce9c625de8d80d78a4cfa6As hurricane season begins in Jamaica, learn practical lessons from Hurricane Melissa and discover how to prepare your family and home.
Tue, 2 Jun 2026 16:38:19 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/labour_day_in_jamaica.html259a0e0e79f49ab445851f4267ec52abLabour Day in Jamaica is a time when citizens partake in various acts of voluntary service to benefit their community and the country as a whole.
Tue, 19 May 2026 16:44:23 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/looking-for-dave-anthony-gordon-born-somewhere-in-kingston-in-1970.html7698a3cf91b39195107a1a557934d954I am looking for Dave Anthony Gordon, who was born somewhere in Kingston in 1970. He is my older brother that I never knew. He was the youngest of 3 at Tue, 19 May 2026 16:24:26 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/semi-contract.html5eae349c562ebd4288f82dad0a3ff543Discover how Semi-Contract (Epazote) is used in Jamaica, what it’s traditionally known for, how to use it safely, and which form makes the most sense to buy.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:58:41 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/tamarind.htmlcd53f5ca29365999183a31ccf41f44dbExplore tamarind in Jamaica—leaf tea, fruit pulp, seeds, traditional uses, and practical wellness benefits, plus the best forms to use.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:02 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/why-do-jamaicans-eat-bun-and-cheese-for-easter-jamaican-easter-traditions.htmld2ce383cf9a58922a08dd789434caae8 By Kesha Stewart | Associate Writer See Also: What do Jamaicans do for Easter? Most Jamaicans consider certain things mandatory for the perfect Easter Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:45:41 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/spirit_weed.htmld2085c7d83f75fd2a2e9ee9522a08f2fDiscover culantro (Spirit Weed) health benefits, traditional Jamaican uses, tea preparation, and research on Eryngium foetidum.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:18:26 -0500 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/colic_mint.html0478d15335e11ab7b4c781a07d8e970dIf you grew up in Jamaica, chances are you’ve seen Colic Mint growing quietly somewhere nearby, along a fence or at the edge of a yard.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:52:50 -0500 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/medicinal_herbs_of_jamaica.htmlb737c159f20bc5787486496a8c4e3e48Here they are! The top 101 medicinal herbs of Jamaica. These ancient wonders that have provided effective natural healing from our parents and fore-parents. Ready?
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 22:20:02 -0500 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/myislandjamaicafoundation.html58761489ab8ad1a2e1cd688b4808ae3dThe My Island Jamaica Foundation - Hope Begins Here!
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 22:23:48 -0500 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/a-community-obliterated-by-hurricane-melissa-needs-urgent-help-hurricanemelissa.htmlb1dac375f43d54a22917bcc5f16eaa1e NEW! SEE THE VIDEO BELOW👇 JamHearts family, it is with great emotion and a heavy heart that I make this post (finally, I'm able to get some internet from Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:12:40 -0500 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/hurricane_safety.html9377240abf51b0d3e1a51bef81c62e69Hurricanes have historically, caused major loss of both lives and assets. Here are some useful hurricane safety tips to help you stay safe during this time.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:03:15 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican-national-awards-honours.html940a0971258c4a059a368c9eb3fe0bbe Did you know that Jamaica’s proud system of national recognition — our National Honours and Awards — was officially established over five decades ago?
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:01:40 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/what-is-heroes-day-in-jamaica.htmlef99184bfd9e0be40fc081408823c565 Jamaica's Heroes Day The history of Jamaica is not only tainted by oppression, nor is it only about the tyranny of slavery. Jamaica’s history also Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:47:31 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/national_heroes_of_jamaica.html824a34e416e9f3f5ed4b1983f5ab8434Here they are, the seven (7) distinguished National Heroes of Jamaica. The persons who fought in their own ways for us, their children. Let's celebrate them.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:41:47 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/what-is-heritage-day-in-jamaica.html811152dddcd1da5101390074be6607db Answered by Aneisha Dobson, Associate Writer If you have visited Jamaica at any point and carefully observed the culture, you will agree with me that Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:48:06 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/how-much-money-do-you-need-to-start-a-grocery-store-in-jamaica.htmle4ed671393af8dca29ec888a568ae3e0 Question from Ernestine, United States: Good morning Mr Gayle, I would love to build up a grocery store in Jamaica country but I want to open Fri, 10 Oct 2025 22:11:02 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/what-can-i-do-if-i-suspect-a-will-in-jamaica-was-changed-before-death.htmld417d01451ef9231d0b93ccfb1d03afe Question from Thompson, Washington DC: My aunt died in Westmoreland. Three weeks before she died a young man who was living with her and taking Wed, 8 Oct 2025 17:42:45 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/what-does-tun-dumpling-refugee-mean-in-the-poem-dutty-tough.html1a26dbf3cf6100742f124c080821d385 Question from Owen: In the poem Dutty Tough... Why does the poet say persons have to 'tun dumpling refugee'? >Hey Owen — excellent question! Wed, 8 Oct 2025 17:06:29 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/ring-games-in-jamaica.html6fd71cc90301b7afb2a85857e1587dfc Question from Kerry: I got an assignment to present on ring games in Jamaica. Please help me: Information on the origin of ring games, definition Wed, 8 Oct 2025 16:43:24 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/where-can-i-found-apartment-listing.html341b6ab077e62b3ac212b0e582e5e383 Question from Anita Renee, North Carolina: I want to rent an apartment/house in Jamaica. Do you have any contact information where I can find Sat, 20 Sep 2025 21:16:16 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/snow-peas-allowed-into-jamaica.html5791bb9718b8caadbeb2737bb17b5652 Question from Mary: My husband and I are going to Jamaica next week. We’re trying to eat healthy and our favorite snack is raw snow peas. Can I Sat, 20 Sep 2025 21:03:54 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/how-the-jlps-win-reshapes-jamaica-the-jlp-and-the-pnp.html201666f63f32d4deec745e5bae9d764d By Wellesley Gayle | September 4, 2025 | Make a comment Jamaicans have spoken, and the Jamaica Labour Party will form the Government again. The margin Thu, 4 Sep 2025 13:25:35 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/the-diasporas-voice-why-jamaicans-abroad-still-shape-our-elections.html74023ad73311d454f5fa96cbd61abed0 Jamaica’s elections don’t just happen on the island — they echo through communities in Miami, Toronto, London, and beyond. With more Jamaicans living Tue, 2 Sep 2025 23:27:45 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/your-vote-your-power-how-to-check-eligibility-polling-station.html1035180658f1a2c1bae706572639b356 If you're wondering whether you're all set to vote or curious about where to cast your ballot, the Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) makes Tue, 2 Sep 2025 23:06:57 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/time-come-vs-choose-jamaica-jamaica-elections-2025.html99544d062bc8cd51dcab1eaa041922c1 When Prime Minister Andrew Holness called the general election for September 3, 2025, he did more than set a date — he kicked off a sprint to the finish Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:42:16 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican_blue_vervain.htmld209c08315971b524b7e09a7dfb9900bA popular saying in Jamaica is “Herbs are the healing of the nation”. With all the benefits of the Jamaican blue vervain, this just might be true!
Fri, 8 Aug 2025 12:36:34 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/how-did-jamaica-gain-independence-the-real-story-behind-1962.html5c550c70b47251bbe3c232ad9ef62daa Question from Marlon, Miami: How did Jamaica actually gain independence in 1962 - was there a war, or was it peaceful? Hey Marlon – thanks Sun, 3 Aug 2025 14:24:54 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/just-a-short-pause-but-im-still-here.htmlcb4cce17c30508a02d12a091f5ff0e10 Hey family, If you’ve been following along here on My-Island-Jamaica.com, the weekly newsletter or over on YouTube — you might be wondering why things Sat, 19 Jul 2025 18:45:52 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/guaco-bush-jamaicas-traditional-remedy-for-colds-congestion-and-more.html4ecf083d087856ec731069e4fefb9553 If you’re from the countryside—or grew up around elders who believed in bush medicine—then chances are you’ve heard of Guaco bush. It’s not the Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:36:03 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-house-in-jamaica.html53fe1a8c7870725d53125a23dc388ef9 Question from Gilbert, Florida, USA: Assuming that I have land already how long would it take to build a 3500 sq.ft. house in Jamaica. Also, Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:10:08 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/fishing-not-deep-sea-options-near-montego-bay.html508e42df8c78069427a91036c3396a48 Question from Cheri Black: We have a guest coming in a month who would like to fish off a beach or a coastline, or even a river. The least Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:53:48 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/where-do-i-go-to-get-a-copy-of-a-land-title-in-jamaica.html9f67a1a127aac6a80e609799ce03579b Question from Rossini: Where does one go to get a copy of land title? Great question, Rossini—and something a lot of folks, especially Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:43:45 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/where-to-find-scotch-bonnet-and-other-jamaican-ingredients-in-new-york.htmlcf2e369f1630e130564b44108e1088ce Question from Ariel, Hempstead, NY: Is it possible to get all the ingredients from CTOWN supermarket or Latin grocery store? Scotch bonnet Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:39:29 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/can-i-ship-plants-or-trees-from-the-us-to-jamaica.htmlb7eb54a7254a74d54fb25038030913eb Question from Kelvin, USA: Can trees and shrubs from the United States be shipped to Jamaica? I'm building a house in Jamaica. Hey Kelvin! Sat, 12 Jul 2025 22:14:21 -0400 https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/where-can-i-find-an-affordable-draftsman-in-jamaica.htmld61f01e66eb962fce34f1d0716a4d9df Question from Paul, Montego Bay: I am looking for a list of draftpersons who can take my sketches of floor plans and reproduce them into technically Sat, 12 Jul 2025 22:01:59 -0400