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My-Island-Jamaica Digest
Ezine: October 17, 2021
Hey ,
Happy Sunday to you and yours again my friend!
I trust you had a fantastic week and is looking forward to this brand new week (opportunity).
This past week we focused strategically on our national heroes, the men and lady who dedicated their lives (some to death) to bring us the freedom we enjoy today.
Everyday last week we posted an insightful article on at least one of them which culminates on heroes day.
And so today, just before I share my featured article on the versatility of corn here in Jamaica, I'd like to highlight 7 of the articles with in, in respect and honor to the 7 heroes (and heroine) - and indeed all the thousand of others whose names have gone in antiquity.
- Marcus Garvey - Jamaican National Hero- 10 Things You Should Know
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/marcus-garvey-jamaican-national-hero-10-things-you-should-know.html
- 15 Facts About Jamaican National Hero - Sir Alexander Bustamante
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/15-facts-about-jamaican-national-hero-sir-alexander-bustamante.html
- Jamaican National Hero – Samuel Sharpe – 10 Important Facts To Know
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican-national-hero-samuel-sharpe-10-important-facts-to-know.html
- 10 Interesting Facts About Paul Bogle - Jamaican National Hero
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/10-interesting-facts-about-paul-bogle-jamaican-national-hero.html
- George William Gordon- National Hero Of Jamaica | 10 Amazing Facts
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/george-william-gordon-national-hero-of-jamaica-10-amazing-facts.html
- 15 Interesting Notes About Jamaican National Heroine – Nanny Of The Maroons
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/15-interesting-notes-about-jamaican-national-heroine-nanny-of-the-maroons.html
- Jamaican National Hero - Norman Washington Manley - 21 Incredible Facts!
https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican-national-hero-norman-washington-manley-21-incredible-facts.html
May there souls rest in peace.
And now the corn!
Corn was a major crop planted by the Tainos, the first recorded inhabitants of Jamaica. And like them, corn forms an important part of our diet today. In fact, corn which the Tainos called maize, is so well utilized you may be surprised we have it in so many forms.
Here (link below) are 7 ways we enjoy corn today in Jamaica. https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/the-7-ways-we-cook-with-corn-in-jamaica.html
For some its today's reality, others nostalgia, but for many others, brand new information so enjoy.
And do remember that we have tons of exceptional and insightful content on the website via the blog, so please remember to stop by and check them out.
And now, the...
A great learning adventure, in this video, Mr. Samuels (Kenneth) and his wife (Joy) takes me on their turmeric farm here in Jamaica for an insightful tour.
Not only did I learn about how turmeric is planted, how it is harvested, cleaned, polished and packaged for export, I got the opportunity to see the process live in action!
And the bonus?
He introduced me to White Turmeric as well?
Have you ever heard of it?
Well well, you are in for a treat today. Enjoy.
Here is it, embedded below.
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And if you like it, please SHARE it with someone, the more the merrier!
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As we celebrate our heroes this week (and month) it dawned on me how special Marcus Mosiah Garvey, the first national hero of Jamaica, was.
Yes they are all honorable in their own ways, some paying the ultimate price with their lives.
But perhaps the most distinguished one in his time is arguably him, Marcus Garvey, based on his reach and influence on persons across the globe (You might have heard of his association with the Watchman newspaper and the UNIA organization).
During the past week, I got the prized opportunity to speak to a group of students at Glow Academy here in Montego Bay as part of their heritage week celebrations - and that was a bomb!
I enjoyed it fully and the kids absolutely loved the presentation!
The theme was Jamaican artifacts!
I also livestreamed aspects of the Montego Bay High School Heroes Day concert as well. I considered that my own contribution to the school's Jamaica heritage celebrations. It was a blessing🙏
So to both distinguished institutions I say thanks for the privilege to serve you.
Did you know...
... that Jamaica’s National Heroes Day, was established on October 20, 1969? It replaced the national holiday for the queen of England's birthday, which was discontinued.
Heroes Day is now celebrated on the third Monday in October each year.
This too, is yet another interesting fact from my 101 Intriguing Facts About Jamaica book.
The UK has lifted its travel advisory against Jamaica, essentially removing COVID-19-related restrictions based on the current assessment of risks associated with the pandemic.
And minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett says it is a major boost for Jamaica’s economic recovery.
Mr. Bartlett also noted that the news comes on the heels of a successful trip to the United States and Canada over the past two weeks where Jamaica secured commitments from cruise and airline partners regarding visitor arrivals.
I thought you might find it interesting...
Anyway, thanks again for your time, it has been a pleasure again.
See you next week. In the meantime, please consider to #StaySafeAndSane!
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