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Hey ,

Happy Sunday to you and yours again my friend ✨

Whew! What a week?

Its the week we got the extra (leap) day, February 29 😊

But that paled in comparison to the happenings last week.

For example, unless you were hiding somewhere, you would know that we had our local government elections on Monday.

And that was another story. 

Up until the weekend, persons were still asking, "Who Win?". Despite the trends, it was apparently just too close to call at the end of the night.

By now though, it is clear, the JLP got a slim majority of the municipalities, but the PNP has won the popular votes, as well as most divisions. And I hear of magisterial recounts coming, so you never know how thing  will change.

In my personal estimation, Jamaica won! The people, including those who voted, and those who didn't, are clearly sending a message to both political parties.

You can read more about it here:
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaica_local_government_election_2024.html 

It is also in our 'recent stories' list below as well.

And then there were the unfortunate ramblings of two popular politicians that caused them to be booted by their parties - that's another full story for you when you have some time😊.

But on a more somber note, you likely heard we lost an icon in the music industry to right? 

Yes, our beloved Peter Morgan of Morgan's Heritage😭. 

Honestly this one cut me deep! 

That group, and him in particular, is one of my favorite. I already shared it earlier, but you can also read more about it here. May his soul rest in peace.

And now...

📰 Most Recent Stories/ Articles!

Still insightful, informative and always timely! Enjoy.

 YouTube Spotlight!

Here now 👇🏾 below is the very latest video that I posted on my YouTube channel.

On Jamaica Day, I celebrated with the students and teachers at Granville Primary and Infant School. 

This is important to me for two reasons:

• This is my community:  This was where my parents resided until they passed, after leaving Westmoreland ages ago.
   
• This community is considered a garrison community,  and I wanted to show the world that great things come out of Granville.

But there were lots more on show! There's a teacher, for example, who claims she loves Cornmeal Pudding and she's gonna tell us how to make it - in 60 seconds.
 

You are in for another treat!💃
 

Simply click the link above to watch it on YouTube. 
You are in for another treat💃
 

And remember, there are more fun and insightful videos on my YouTube channel so be sure to stop by and see them.

Also, you will see my there, chatting with my subscribers, via the YouTube community page.
 

☝🏾One More Thing!

This week, God's willing, I'll be having the public launch of JamHearts Academy, and I'm really excited about it.🎉

For the last few two weeks, I kept it internal (basically my email family).

And that was deliberate, they are among my most ardent, so I wanted them to come in first.

But we have graduated now and is sharing with the wider community - on YouTube and social media.
 

And speaking of YouTube, that's where I'll be for the launch - the link will be posted soon. If you have some time please feel free to stop by.

But I tell you something , the community has been nothing short of amazing according to our members. 

And the testimonials continue to come in - its truly a blessing!

The most recent one, for example, was from Paul, an American whose wife is Jamaican.

He shared a soft-toned, but very compelling testimonial. 

According to him, his wife gets real joy from the feeling of been back home again - just because of this community. That meant a lot to me. 

You can watch Paul's video clip here.

By the way if you were interested,  but haven't yet joined, you'd have likely missed the special Founders' offer.

But rest assured, membership is still open, you can still join during this final 'Ambassador' launch if you are interested.

Its all love 💗.

Regards,
Wellesley Gayle

Founder, My-Island-Jamaica.com & JamHearts Academy

P.S. If you are looking for authentic Jamaican products online, visit my e-store on Etsy and enjoy your favorite Jamaican products, wherever you are!
 

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