@GimmeKitty I don't believe your Jamaican nor that you've been there. If your referring to downtown Kingston and certain areas on the periphery of Mobay, then I agree. If your speaking of all of Jamaica you have not a clue.
I have wondered as a Jamaican myself that all the hard work and creativity that I have put into living abroad may have robbed Jamaica of the contributions that I had to offer. Jamaicans are such gifted people and so many of us have enriched other countries with our talents. Perhaps if we had all stayed as a creative collective Jamaica would have been way better off.
@susuemikado , I share your sentiments. I too feel as though I should have stayed and contributed. Many Jamaican professionals migrate for better pay, safer environs etc....a sad situation. Sometimes I am consumed with guilt when I visit and see the devastation all around. However, I am trying to put in place a small foundation to aid some locals. I may not be able to reach all, but if I'm able to help some, that will appease my current heart ache regarding the condition.
@Caribbeanprincess1 The thing is my older siblings never migrated and are very happy, have nice homes, thriving children, and are doing well in their chosen careers. I call them and they are always rushing off to visit friends and packing to weekend at the beach....way better off than me :) God bless your efforts to help those Jamaicans less fortunate.
@susuemikado, you've highlighted some important facts about island life. i.e. LASTING FRIENDSHIPS, RELAXATION etc, as you say "they're always rushing off to visit friends & packing for weekend at the beach"...It seems no matter what kind of work a person does on the island, they don't feel the level of stress that is felt in America, England, Canada etc. All my school mates that never left are also happy & thriving. We can still try to return with careful planning. If I could turn back time :)
@susuemikado,That's why when I talk to persons in Jamaica who want to give up their livelihood to run to America, thinking they are heading to paradise;I tell them the truth, then tell them it's all up to them. We can never turn back time & regret is not a good feeling. After awhile it's like you're caught between two worlds. Body in America, Mind in Jamaica...it's hard to uproot & just go back to Jamaica and fit in. It's doable, but challenging after too many years in America etc.I'm Hopeful:)
@Caribbeanprincess1 I tell them the same things. Life has it's own set of hardships over here without the support of friends and family. Keep hope alive :)
what future does the young kids have when americans ship high powered weapons to jamaica in exchange for drugs, and then our jamaican borders wave them through, and the money made from the drugs is pocketed by the dons and his cronies, while the barrels of guns are constantly dumped in areas like arnette gardens, tivoli gardens, thats the sad truth. i fear for the kids in the ghetto please help them stop the guns dumping in poor areas
@2300lisa, your concern resound in my heart, like an echo! I can feel where you're coming from regarding the youngsters in the ghettos of Kingston "it's now spreading to the rural areas too"....We need more campaign, presented in a manner that will reach the inner city kids. Persons other that political affiliates need to start shouldering some of that responsibility. The children feel hopeless and are forced to grow up VERY FAST.
I wish more people would take initiative to better their homeland, instead of waiting on handouts...people ah seh dem cyaan do nuh better, but ah nuh di truth. It just tek a likkle more work than usual, but it is to benefit you, and your kids and your kids kids.
Doing great things and really loved the video Jamaican Chiny lol. i love jamaica cause the only place people don't have to worry about not being proud of being a Jamaican no matter your race.
I would love to go back other than just to visit. But it all starts with the parents and education...... I grew up in jamaica till 15 years and most of the time my mother was not around, i lived with very abusive father, different family member and my sisters & brothers. we took care of each most of the time and if it was not for my mother wanting something for us other than us pushing carts she would not make it to america making a new life for all of us. but look at the kids now!!!
Please don't say one day just do it. I did. Has it been easy? No Do I have any regrets? No My only regret I waited till I'm in my forties to do it. I love my Island, love my people and will no longer neglect my gift that god gave to me by virtue of my birth, my gift from God called JAMAICA. Jamaicans rise up and lets claim our gift.
@Caribbeanprincess1 3 yrs. The secret, for me, is to have more than one source of income as well marketing products with a Jamaica brand for the overseas market thereby allowing me to earn foreign exchange. I'm my own boss and loving it.
@kwacou , thanks for sharing your strategy. It absolutely makes sense. Part of my plan is to us the internet as my portal to the world for services that I can provide to generate added income,while I work a few local contracts as well. I have a cross-functional background,which will be an asset. I don't trust the JA police for proper protection etc. Are you in the city or the country? U can send me a PM message if you don't want to post on the public forum
@Caribbeanprincess1 I live in Ochi . I'm currently renting in Turtle Towers very secure, ho[ping to buy shortly. Rentals are very reasonable in Ochi (below rates found in Miami) but do not use the internet, go to the post office in town you can find some good listings with rates that are well below those posted on the internet.
@kwacou ,so amazing and ironic...:) I spent a week in the Turtle Towers when I was a teenager. I loved it! everything was on-site. Then we drove out to Dunns River and all that. I have a cousin living in Ochi now, she worked at Jamaica Grand for quite some time, now she's branched off. I haven't spoken to her in awhile. I think I will follow your lead. I am going to send a message to your youtube inbox. I may need U to help me with a local search.
You know, I also have property in the East end of the island,but I'm not sure that's where I'd want to settle. It's too close to Kingston and the people there are adopting the brazen principles. I had contracted someone to start building back in 2005,then I stopped project :(
i will be returning to jamaica and working on some commercial real estate projects. i want to contribute to the improvement of my home. i am depending on videos like these that educate and market jamaica in a good light.
This country has become so decrepit!
It's a cess pool of poverty, depravity, lack of hygiene, and no one seems to care about improving it all.
GimmeKitty 1 year ago
@GimmeKitty I don't believe your Jamaican nor that you've been there. If your referring to downtown Kingston and certain areas on the periphery of Mobay, then I agree. If your speaking of all of Jamaica you have not a clue.
kwacou 1 year ago
@kwacou Never said I was Jamaican!
GimmeKitty 1 year ago
@GimmeKitty I never said you were Jamaican, I said "I don't believe your Jamaican" and I was correct.
kwacou 1 year ago
God Bless Jamaica. I too will return one day and yes after being away for 30 plus years it is like yesterday that I left.
redhills1971 1 year ago
LMAOOO OMG! the woman singing at the start made me laugh so HARD!! XD
afrolatinadamien 1 year ago
I have wondered as a Jamaican myself that all the hard work and creativity that I have put into living abroad may have robbed Jamaica of the contributions that I had to offer. Jamaicans are such gifted people and so many of us have enriched other countries with our talents. Perhaps if we had all stayed as a creative collective Jamaica would have been way better off.
susuemikado 1 year ago
@susuemikado , I share your sentiments. I too feel as though I should have stayed and contributed. Many Jamaican professionals migrate for better pay, safer environs etc....a sad situation. Sometimes I am consumed with guilt when I visit and see the devastation all around. However, I am trying to put in place a small foundation to aid some locals. I may not be able to reach all, but if I'm able to help some, that will appease my current heart ache regarding the condition.
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
@Caribbeanprincess1 The thing is my older siblings never migrated and are very happy, have nice homes, thriving children, and are doing well in their chosen careers. I call them and they are always rushing off to visit friends and packing to weekend at the beach....way better off than me :) God bless your efforts to help those Jamaicans less fortunate.
susuemikado 1 year ago
@susuemikado, you've highlighted some important facts about island life. i.e. LASTING FRIENDSHIPS, RELAXATION etc, as you say "they're always rushing off to visit friends & packing for weekend at the beach"...It seems no matter what kind of work a person does on the island, they don't feel the level of stress that is felt in America, England, Canada etc. All my school mates that never left are also happy & thriving. We can still try to return with careful planning. If I could turn back time :)
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
@Caribbeanprincess1 ay mi chile...if we could really turn back time :)
susuemikado 1 year ago
@susuemikado,That's why when I talk to persons in Jamaica who want to give up their livelihood to run to America, thinking they are heading to paradise;I tell them the truth, then tell them it's all up to them. We can never turn back time & regret is not a good feeling. After awhile it's like you're caught between two worlds. Body in America, Mind in Jamaica...it's hard to uproot & just go back to Jamaica and fit in. It's doable, but challenging after too many years in America etc.I'm Hopeful:)
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
@Caribbeanprincess1 I tell them the same things. Life has it's own set of hardships over here without the support of friends and family. Keep hope alive :)
susuemikado 1 year ago
what future does the young kids have when americans ship high powered weapons to jamaica in exchange for drugs, and then our jamaican borders wave them through, and the money made from the drugs is pocketed by the dons and his cronies, while the barrels of guns are constantly dumped in areas like arnette gardens, tivoli gardens, thats the sad truth. i fear for the kids in the ghetto please help them stop the guns dumping in poor areas
2300lisa 1 year ago
@2300lisa, your concern resound in my heart, like an echo! I can feel where you're coming from regarding the youngsters in the ghettos of Kingston "it's now spreading to the rural areas too"....We need more campaign, presented in a manner that will reach the inner city kids. Persons other that political affiliates need to start shouldering some of that responsibility. The children feel hopeless and are forced to grow up VERY FAST.
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
I wish more people would take initiative to better their homeland, instead of waiting on handouts...people ah seh dem cyaan do nuh better, but ah nuh di truth. It just tek a likkle more work than usual, but it is to benefit you, and your kids and your kids kids.
chappellesfan 2 years ago
Doing great things and really loved the video Jamaican Chiny lol. i love jamaica cause the only place people don't have to worry about not being proud of being a Jamaican no matter your race.
Tamayo1980 2 years ago
I would love to go back other than just to visit. But it all starts with the parents and education...... I grew up in jamaica till 15 years and most of the time my mother was not around, i lived with very abusive father, different family member and my sisters & brothers. we took care of each most of the time and if it was not for my mother wanting something for us other than us pushing carts she would not make it to america making a new life for all of us. but look at the kids now!!!
Tamayo1980 2 years ago
annyoying front line
default99telecom 3 years ago
Please don't say one day just do it. I did. Has it been easy? No Do I have any regrets? No My only regret I waited till I'm in my forties to do it. I love my Island, love my people and will no longer neglect my gift that god gave to me by virtue of my birth, my gift from God called JAMAICA. Jamaicans rise up and lets claim our gift.
kwacou 3 years ago
@kwacou , how long since you've returned? I'm contemplating.
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
@Caribbeanprincess1 3 yrs. The secret, for me, is to have more than one source of income as well marketing products with a Jamaica brand for the overseas market thereby allowing me to earn foreign exchange. I'm my own boss and loving it.
kwacou 1 year ago
@kwacou , thanks for sharing your strategy. It absolutely makes sense. Part of my plan is to us the internet as my portal to the world for services that I can provide to generate added income,while I work a few local contracts as well. I have a cross-functional background,which will be an asset. I don't trust the JA police for proper protection etc. Are you in the city or the country? U can send me a PM message if you don't want to post on the public forum
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
@Caribbeanprincess1 I live in Ochi . I'm currently renting in Turtle Towers very secure, ho[ping to buy shortly. Rentals are very reasonable in Ochi (below rates found in Miami) but do not use the internet, go to the post office in town you can find some good listings with rates that are well below those posted on the internet.
kwacou 1 year ago
@kwacou ,so amazing and ironic...:) I spent a week in the Turtle Towers when I was a teenager. I loved it! everything was on-site. Then we drove out to Dunns River and all that. I have a cousin living in Ochi now, she worked at Jamaica Grand for quite some time, now she's branched off. I haven't spoken to her in awhile. I think I will follow your lead. I am going to send a message to your youtube inbox. I may need U to help me with a local search.
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
You know, I also have property in the East end of the island,but I'm not sure that's where I'd want to settle. It's too close to Kingston and the people there are adopting the brazen principles. I had contracted someone to start building back in 2005,then I stopped project :(
Caribbeanprincess1 1 year ago
i will go back one day...
jamaicanjumper 3 years ago 2
cool
ShortznJeaNz 3 years ago
i will be returning to jamaica and working on some commercial real estate projects. i want to contribute to the improvement of my home. i am depending on videos like these that educate and market jamaica in a good light.
big up to chen241.madwhitejamaican.infamouzredzz
blatinoyngson 4 years ago 2
Very interesting views Ms.Moo Young.
stultz9 4 years ago
miss moo young if i could do anything for you please let me know.
madwhitejamaican 5 years ago