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Communication is apart of all aspects of our
dail y
liv es .
Further mo re ,
foster change and enlighten others to the
communication exists in numerous and
eminent need for effective and efficient
varying forms; direct/indirect, conscious/
communication among ourselves. YCFSM
subconscious
our
will continue through this and other issue
knowledge. It should be explained that at
to aid in the holistic development of all
times, actions are very effective means of
Jamaicans and Jamaica on a whole.
communication though there is not the
Let us try to foster better communication
existence of spoken words. It is a saying
channels and practices among ourselves
in Jamaica that
which will eventually lead to a better
and
even
without
“actions speak louder
than words” and this issue of the Yaadi
Jamaican society.
Culture, Fimi Style Magazine assess communication in it various forms and
Adrian St. P. Duncan
mediums. This issue will further showcase
Editor - in– Chief
the importance of effective and efficient communication. We hope that this will
Layout & Design Contributors:
Deidre D. Douglas Senior Associate Editor
Adrian St. P. Duncan Dillon Thomas
Orlando Brown
Teisha Dawkins Georgette McGlashen Hugh Miller Christal Miller
Alex-Ann Green-Lewis
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From a Bird’s view Talking Intimacy
Deidre D Douglas
“Communication leads to community, that is, to understanding, intimacy and mutual valuing.”
many cases, it’s what you see and not what
Rollo May
you hear that you actually get. Think of mute persons who would be left stranded, so
Some
say talk is cheap. Some say
would
word is wind. All I’ll say is
conditions which temporarily impair them of
that action speaks louder than words but
such ability to relate. But I am standing and
words can cut like a two edged sword. Now
sitting in the gap with a specific purpose to-
who died and made me pro? Actually, no one,
day. I am about to delve into the mix where
because I am as far as the sunrise is from the
relations of intimate particulars come into
horizon in proximity to any inkling of
play.
babies
or
those
experiencing
professionalism regarding this hot water I’m setting to boil then consciously stepping into. I am just a humble student of the world. And as always, I want to tell you all about what I have learnt. Communication is sharing with others through words, signs, sounds or behaviour, to express ideas, thoughts, feelings or exchange information with someone else. So off the bat, words are not the only means of communication, and in
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From a Bird’s view
Do we
Cont’d
know
Deidre D. Douglas
what
intimacy is? Have
misconception, and hence miscommunication
we any form of clue as to what an intimate
of many young and older folks. Sex does not
relationship entails? My young ones, and
make a relationship intimate or even entitle it
maybe by now, my old ones, we shall
the status of a real relationship. And neither
hand in hand enter these realms right now.
does being intimate does not automatically
In my hunger and thirst for knowledge of
equate to sex. According to the text “To
good and evil, I bumped into a book I had
Couples”, a key to being in a relationship is
seen
“To
first knowing yourself, your wants, needs and
Couples: Enjoying a Stable, Lifelong
expectations and then figuring out how to
Relationship”.
halfway
relate this to the other half of the intimate
through it, which is further than I’ve
equation you are computing. Yes people, first
gotten with most of my text books since
comes selfishness.
my
father I
reading am
once,
about
the ninth grade. And between this text and our
trusted
collection
of
Oxford
dictionaries and thesaurus, I have found some answers.
Intimate
relationships are
those
involving that state of personal and private interactions on a physical and emotional level. This is not just sex. There, I said it out loud! This is the first
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From a Bird’s view
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We learn at early stages of our lives how to ask for, even demand items and affections. Yet as we age, we are socialized differently and our techniques waver. So when we get to that place in our lives where we think we know what we want but we are not with persons whose focus are up our alley, we may call it quits, or stay and be miserable or settle for what he or she is offering and thus wiping our slate clean or putting our needs on the back
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listening to. Short of being deaf, one will hear everything which passes his or her way, but it takes special brain functions to zone in and to listen to any particular message. We may be thus very good at stating our cases, however many they may be, but too busy to hear out what the one we say we love has to say.
burner or in the far corner of the storeroom.
One of the first bad moves in relationships is
However, to quote Brad Meltzer, Inner Circle,
to believe everything is like the movies and
“there's nothing more intimate in life than
thus the delusion of “what happens next”
simply being understood and understanding
raises its ugly head. It is unattractive for the
someone else”. Firstly, to thy own be true, and
reason that it may not happen in any way or
only then can we be true and functional to
form as what we had in mind. This is why
others.
planning is important, and not the fairytale,
Miscommunication and non-communication have
the
tendencies
to
cause
misunderstandings that may in no time spring roots and fruits neither party had any intentions of bearing into their once beautiful affair. A high school teacher of mine once told our chatty tenth grade class, “You each have two ears and one mouth, talk less and listen more”. Sometimes it is not what the members are not saying, but what they are not Yaadi Culture, Fimi Styleja
out of this world kinds of plans. Real relationships
require
realistic
approach
towards every goal regardless of its size or importance. Compromises will have to be made at times. With every journey in life we may encounter obstacles, but smart, well thought of plans, come with contingency mechanisms. That plan B, C, D and even Z that has to be pulled out of the hat when the “just in case” becomes the reality. 7
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Treat relationships you consider serious, seriously. Hash out the crumbled parts and straighten the frayed edges. This isn’t about being anal and controlling, more like being responsible and reasonable. We plan our school terms, get class timetables, buy necessary tools and even schedule in other activities, from extracurricular to doctors’ visits. What is the difference between that successful semester and a failed half a decade romantic adventure? Not placing enough importance on the things that matter most. Sure there are those who weren’t planning on staying anyhow. This is not for them. This is for those who invest in something they hoped to work but unlike the rest of your life it failed. No I’m not a guru; I am only blessed to have always had some seriously strong couples around to observe. They understand each other, because they know each other. These are the type of people who can start, middle
and actions. They don’t get deterred by petty incidents, because they are mature enough to know that every unit has its off days. And they take the time to relate, because all smart couples know, no relationship exists without relating. You can be alone in a crowd if there is no one around to communicate with. In this trip what I truly learnt was to be sober before stepping out of single and on to the other side. People need to be happy, or at least comfortable, with their own selves before being with someone. You may only end up passing on your turmoil to another person if you don’t sort through your personal issues before forming this bond. Intimacy is less about being giddy and more about being sure. So my final words to you are from Richard Bach, “The opposite of loneliness is not togetherness, its intimacy”.
One love
and complete each other’s thoughts, words
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The Flag came into use on August 6, 1962,
ground or floor.
Jamaica's Independence Day.
It should never be flown or used for purely decorative purposes on anything that is for
The Flag has a diagonal cross or saltire with four
temporary use and likely to be discarded, ex-
triangles in juxtaposition. The diagonal cross is
cept on state occasions.
GOLD and one-sixth of the length of the fly of
When the Flag becomes worn and must be
the flag; the top and bottom triangles are in
replaced it should be burnt and not used for
GREEN, and the hoist and fly triangles are in
any other purpose than what it was designed
BLACK. The exact shade of green used in the
for.
flag is Emerald T8 17, British Admiralty Bunting
No other flag should be placed above or to the
Pattern.
right of the Jamaican Flag. The Flag when carried in procession with
“The sun shineth, the land is green and the people
another flag or flags should be on the
are strong and creative� is the symbolism of the
marching right or if there is a line of flags, in
colours of the flag. Black depicts the strength and
front of the centre of that line.
creativity of the people; Gold, the natural wealth
The Flag should not be draped over vehicles of
and beauty of sunlight; and green, hope and
any sort except on Military, Police and State
agricultural resources.
occasions.
The Flag must be regarded as a sacred emblem of the Nation to be paid due reverence and
The Flag should be flown in or near every Polling Station on election day.
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The challenges of communication
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by Adrian Duncan
Having a conversation these days can be quite a daunting task. Acknowledging the that not a frustrating experience? I can only wide
array
and
availability
of imagine.
telecommunications devices present in society today, communication can still pose quite a challenge. Parents have you ever tried holding a conversation with your child(ren) since lately? Have you tried talking to them when they are in the middle of texting, pinging while they have their ears plugged with earphones blasting music so loud that without them you are able to hear what the music is saying? Was
With the
proliferation of internet -compatible
technologically advanced
and
gadgets, there are
numerous options available for exploitation, however, not all can be fully manipulated by certain individuals; attributory to lack of experience, usage and knowledge among other things. It is understood that parents are restricted in certain online environments as their children would prefer to express themselves in these online environments without being hindered by the presence of their parents. So children and young people would prefer not to be friends on Face book, Twitter followers, BBM Contacts or add each other on Google, with their parents, as they feel that they are more comfortable with their friends and no interference
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The challenges of communication
I know
Continued
that it might be a bit challenging but I
the society will be chaotic as we are seeing
to
one
today. Communication is very effective as
recommendation; schedule some family
constantly communicating with others allows
time. A time predetermined on a weekly
for you to understand an individual’s stance
basis for family communication and
and
interaction; ‘FAMILY TIME”. This will
understanding of the preferences of each other
allow
to
sets the precedents for a respectful, open and
tat
mutually gratifying relationship.
would
love
parents
communicate
on
and
make
children
various
issues
come
to
a
common
ground.
An
presents itself in both parties’ lives. This allocated time will further foster bonds and better communication channels, not to mention, a better understanding of each other and your own respective needs. The family is considered the first solid structure within the society, it is based on this foundation that standards r self and societal development and solidarity are built. If the family structure collapses then
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The challenges of communication Talking to some one today does not mean that
the
person
understands
or
is
interpreting what is being said in the way you originally intended. Sender, please ensure that you are both on the same wave length, frequency or subscribing to the same communication service as the lines might get a little blurry which ultimately will result in an undesirable response.
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by Adrian Duncan Continued
and
t h at
e ff e c t iv e
communication is equally important as it aids in forging these structures needed by individuals in society. To ensure clear and effective communication channels one must first fix the communication in their homes, as Jamaicans say “ dance a yaad, before you dance abroad�. A yaad development we say. Blessed.
Reiterating the fact that the family is the first formal structure needed for societal
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DOCTAZ ADVICE
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Astigmatism By: Christal O. Miller
Astigmatism is an imperfection in the curvature of your cornea — the clear, round dome covering the eye's iris and pupil — or in the shape of the eye's lens. Normally, the cornea What Causes Astigmatism?
and lens are smooth and curved equally in all directions, helping to focus light rays sharply
Astigmatism is caused by an irregular
onto the retina at the back of your
curvature of the eye's cornea or lens. If
eye. However, if your cornea or lens isn't
your cornea or lens isn't smooth and
smooth and evenly curved, light rays aren't
evenly curved, light rays aren't
refracted properly. This is called a refractive
refracted properly. This is called a
error.
refractive error. Astigmatism is one type of refractive error, with blurred or distorted vision at near and far distances.
Astigmatism Symptoms Astigmatism symptoms may include blurry vision or areas of distorted vision, eyestrain, headaches, squinting to try to
Astigmatism is very common. In most
see clearly or eye discomfort.
cases, people with astigmatism are
Having
born with this condition. The reason
necessarily
why corneal shape differs from person
astigmatism, but they do indicate the
to person is unknown, but the
need for a visit to your Eye M.D. for a
likelihood of developing astigmatism
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DOCTAZ ADVICE Astigmatism Diagnosis Astigmatism Treatment Your eye doctor will do a comprehensive eye
While it used to be the case
exam, and will use various instruments to
that
measure how your eye focuses light.
astigmatism could only be rigid
Your visual acuity will be measured, where
contact lenses (RGPs, also called GP
you will be asked to read letters on a distance
lenses), this is no longer true. Now,
chart to determine the clarity of your vision at
soft lenses called toric contact lenses
a certain distances. You will also have the
can correct astigmatism. But while
focusing power of your eyes tested with a
soft toric lenses may be appropriate
series of lenses placed in front of your eyes.
for some, if you have severe
The curvature of your cornea will be measured
astigmatism, rigid contacts or glasses
with a keratometer, and corneal topography
may be a better option. Your eye
may be used to provide additional information
doctor will discuss your lens options
about the shape of the surface of the
with you. For some people with
cornea. With these tests, your eye doctor can
astigmatism, surgery may be an
diagnose astigmatism and will be able to
option
determine the power of glasses or contact
including LASIK. Your Eye M.D.
lenses you require for clear vision. He or she
can discuss the various types of
will also discuss
refractive surgery procedures you
other
may consider for astigmatism
for s
options treatment,
u
c
contact
to
lenses
correct
for
vision,
correction.
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Chinese Telephone By Orlando Brown Good day readers, I would like to give my two bits on the
Am I the only one that thinks that there is a
whole Goat islands issue. This is one of
clear communication error present here? They
the issues that I am closely following as
are clearly communicating on two different
there are numerous concerns that I have as
wave-lengths, picking up different signals or are
it relates to the whole Chinese acquisition
on different frequencies. With all the proposal
of the aforementioned to the proposal by
given by the Chinese Nationals as it relates to
them to use coal to power the logistics
the
hub. Last week, there was a proposal by
infrastructure/buildings/facilities,
the Government to borrow some millions
consideration is given to the overall impact that
from the Chinese Ex IM Bank to fuel its
these
brain child; The Jamaica Emergency
cleanliness ? Years of exposure of the coal will
Employment Programme (JEEP), this in
only foster further deterioration to the ozone
my eyes gives an indication that the PNP
layer. Are we more concerned about the
led administration will be moving forward
financial gratuities than that of our human
with
logistics
will
hub
have
and
on
the
its
subsidiary how
much
environmental
the
resources
proposal by
or even a
the Chinese
clean fresh
Govern-
unpolluted
ment to use
environ-
coal
ment
to
power their
to
live in?
hub.
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In the long run exposure to these
An informed nation is able to make informed
conditions will affect the individuals and
decisions for themselves, their families as well
habitants in and around the designated
as their country as opposed to an ignorant, unin-
logistics hub areas. Not only is there a
formed fool. Just let us know the underlined
communication gap between the Jamaican
intricacies of our agreement with the Chinese.
Govt. and the Jamaican people but there is
What are the terms that we have already signed
a serious lack of information
being
to? What will we have to give in order to foster
conveyed
these
a relationship of this magnitude or even to
to
transactions
the
public
on
and
other
“bilateral
relationships” that Jamaica has forged. The Jamaican people would love to hear what are some of the issues discussed as well
as
agreed to
on our behalf.
Fostering communication channels allows for a more informed nation, a more empowered Jamaica and Jamaicans as it relates to decision making and acceptance of stance taken by heads of govt.
We
receive there “gifts” and “donations”? Let me adamantly state that I am not in any way bashing the Government per say, however, I am bashing
their
effectively
inability
with
Acknowledging
the
that
to
communicate
Jamaican there
maybe
people. issues
affecting National Security that we will not be privy to but at least tell us something on the subject matter or on issues pertinent to our development; simply for the purpose of gaining
are a nation of strong
an understanding of the issue at hand.
opinionated people with an
innate sense of “criticism” and we are able to assess situation (with or without facts) and form opinions of situations. My humble request is that the Government of Jamaica fosters smoother communication channels
and
make
available,
more
information to its citizens on issues pertinent
to
our
furtherance
and
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Jamaican superstitions are diverse and can be used in virtually every sphere of our daily lives. It is the tradition passed down through our culture which can be traced to our African ancestry. These beliefs and practices have been playing pivotal roles in our lives and they continue to guide and foster our interactions and attitudes/actions even today.
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You must not point on a grave,, if you do you should bite your ten fingers or else your fingers will fall off.
If someone writes your name on a piece of paper and place it on a grave, it is believed that, duppies will follow you.
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If you wash your face with rice water and bend down and look backwards between your legs, it is believed that, you
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If you hear a chain rattling in the late night and you don't see anyone, it is believed that a “rolling calf� is near and you should not let it come close enough or see you as it will kill you
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Hugh Miller’s
Fiwi Sports... Fimi pree LET’S GO! , COME ON! : Coaches, athletes & Communication Is it just me and the sports that I watch or do coaches seems to be coaching on play?
intended.
Shouting on the top of their voices from the
communication for coaches and their
side lines, waving, coaching, among other
athletes, according to Damon Burton and
weird stuff for example on March 10, 2014
Thomas Raedeke it is key to
Admiral Bailey, coach for one of Jamaica’s
coaching.
top premier league teams; Tivoli Gardens,
So what really is communication, Burton
was constantly running up and down the
and Thomas asserts that it is simply the
field giving instructions for how they are to
act of expressing oneself. However for the
score goals. Well I don’t know if it worked,
purpose of this article, we will have to dig
but they eventually won beating Arnett
a little bit deeper. When we communicate
Gardens another top team 2-0, and yes Mr.
we
Waite Arnett’s coach was also coaching
knowledge, thoughts, and feelings, as well
from the side lines.
as get an understanding of what is being
Maybe
I don’t pay much
How
express
important
ideas,
then
is
successful
information,
expressed by others.
attention but I want
to see a game where coaches sit and watch the
games
like
regular
spectators.
Anyways, is it how coaches communicate with their athletes before a game? Did the players simply
understand the instructions, but forget
interpretation
or
than
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The communication process involves both sending and receiving messages and can take varying forms. Verbal communication is the use of spoken word, while nonverbal communication involves actions, facial expressions, hand and body position and gestures. Communication can occur in one-on-one or group settings as well as in written formats (e.g., printed materials) or in visual formats (e.g., pictures, videos, and
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or a smile can communicate quite a bit. In fact, communication experts suggest that between 65% and 93% of the meaning of a message is conveyed through tone of voice and nonverbal behaviors (Johnson 2003). Thus, in addition to becoming aware of the words you use, it is essential that you become aware of your tone and
nonverbal
behaviors
so
that
you
understand the messages you are sending to athletes.
observational learning). And it involves not
Coaches need good communication skills in
only the content of a message but also its
order
to
give
technical
and
tactical
emotional impact or the
instructions,
manage
effect the message has
their teams, interact
on the person receiving
with
it.
administrators,
Have you ever seen
provide psychological
athletes quit teams be-
support
cause of their coaches?
athletes. A study of
I have seen, and all my
expert
experiences were about
(Bloom, 1996) found
parents,
to
and their
coaches
disrespect, and miscommunication on both
that the ability to communicate effectively was
sides. Burton and Thomas explained; that
one of their distinguishing characteristics:
as a coach, you can say a lot without
“ Learning when to communicate with players
uttering a word: A frown, a look of
is an intangible art, a skill that separates the
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Communication
By Teisha Dawkins
communication process? Let's look at it from a
relationship
standpoint-
you
try
to
communicate with your significant other but do you sometimes feel as if you are not being heard? Why though? Is it a language barrier? Or can it be attributed to the saying that 'men are from mars and women are from Venus'? Communication is a vital tool used in When women are communicating they tend everyday living by everyone. Communication to use phrases that may require reading is the exchange and flow of information and between the lines while other statements are ideas from one person to another and there are meant to be taken literally. various ways and means for communicating including the written, oral and signed. Whether you are young, old, blind, deaf or fully functional, you use a type of communication method to get your points across, convey your feelings and emotions and interact on a daily basis.
Without
effective
communication
everyone would just go about utterly confused in all aspects of their lives because this is a necessary function whether we are at home, at work or just hanging out. But even though there are numerous ways and means of communicating, is it always effective and understood
by
all
parties
in
the
Men usually speak in very literal terms. They say what they mean and mean exactly what they say while females are trying to decipher their statements for underlying meanings and trying to figure it out like a code. Most often than not, the meaning could not be clearer. Oh the other hand, females tend to say the opposite of what they mean expecting that the men will read into what they are saying and gain understanding from what was not said. Good communication is essential in order to express our thoughts and feelings and in order for us to be understood. 28
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Therefore all the elements or components each other. Nowadays when there is a mishap of communication should be clear most or
misunderstanding
between
persons,
importantly the message. So sometimes instead of communicating and trying to instead of just thinking that the message figure things out we resort to going on our that is sent is being misunderstood by the smart phones and other gadgets trying to vent receiver, we sometimes need to check the and express ourselves. These devices were other components of the communication invented with improving communication in process such as the message itself.
mind but instead of using them to foster good
Other than a mishap in the communication communication it takes away from it. process, what else hinders good Sometimes we can't even be reached on these communication? How does this technology smart phones because we are so preoccupied era that we are living in affect with these devices and their numerous communication? Is this increase in and features. Remember communication is a advancement of technology making com- necessity in our present society therefore we munication any easier? Does it make it bet- should take the time to ensure effective ter and more effective? In some ways it communication otherwise we will not does and it can be very beneficial. Think of understand and won't be understood. those couples who are worlds away from each other and are trying to make a long distance relationship work. They are now able to not only engage in real time conversations but also video chat. The only thing technology does not provide is physical contact. On the other hand, another couple might be in the same room and have difficulty communicating with 29 Yaadi Culture, Fimi Styleja
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Ole Time People did say…. Georgette McGlashen
Def Iez Gi Laiyad Chobl – Deaf Ears Give Liars Trouble protocols - that is so entertaining and If you know anything about Jamaicans, is that stress relieving to the observers, it has they are a very creative and imaginative managed to secure a place for itself people. Outside of Reggae music and Sports historically as being authentically Jamaicans will recite a plethora of colorful Jamaican. words, ingenious slangs, proverbs, sayings, and Now as to why this phenomenon is so turns of phrase during their conversations that interesting. During the cussing, many will entertain, excite as well as mystify the obmisunderstandings, misuse of words and server, the eavesdropper and sometimes even miscommunication is happening. This is the very participant. One of the most interestwhat makes feedback so engaging; the ing and entertaining interactions to observe is response many times is unrelated and a ‘cussing’. A cussing is being defined as a becomes hilarious. One Jamaican proverb heated argument between two or more persons used to describe this situation of performed in a public space. Usually this can providing a response after not hearing the be witnessed in inner city communities, on other person properly, is Def Iez Gi public transportation, taxis or buses, and Laiyad Chobl, translated as Deaf Ears stereotypically being found in spaces Give Liars Trouble. Because one of the occupied by persons from the lower status in participants does not hear properly, the society; ghetto and poor people – response throws the communication off. although this occurs among Jamaicans on a whole. What am I saying? The realest and truest of Jamaicans, which are the majority of lower class people, will put on a cussing anywhere they may be, without regards for Yaadi Culture, Fimi Styleja
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Ole Time People did say…. Georgette McGlashen Case in point; I can remember as a child about 6 years of age, one day I was eavesdropping on an adult conversation. Two women were talking about a situation that was heavily encoded or that could not be decoded by me. Nevertheless I tried my hardest to follow the story that was filled with intermittent whispers and hems and haws; which by the way made me more curious. This must be a deep secret, and I was determined to find it out. So I crouched a little closer. That’s when one of the ladies saw and said to
talking that Bush have AIDS and even his walls have eyes. So Maybe even his walls are sick and dying too; because if they have eyes, there must be a lot of holes in them – they both must be really dying. Upon offering this explanation my brother burst into laughter. What was so funny I did not understand, someone and their wall is dying and my brother is laughing. “That is not what they mean” he said. He went to explain that Bush was not his friend Bush, but that the ladies were alerting each other of my presence.
the other woman, “Bush av iez an waal
How ironic that one proverb would explain
av yai”, translated ‘Bush have ears and
another. That experience may have been
walls have eyes”. ‘Finally’ I thought to
my first exposure to a proverb without even
myself, she said what I wanted to hear.
realizing. Little did I know that ‘I’ was the
I went away satisfied and reported the tragedy to my older brother who was in his teens. ‘Bush a go ded Denzil, yu did nuo se im av AIDS?’ My brother’s response was pure shock. Shocked at the thought, that Bush, the name of a close family friend is dying from AIDS and that I would even know about that.
‘Bush’ and I was the very ‘Wall’ with the holes. Many rumors, sayings, jokes etcetera have been morphed over time through the ‘chinese-telephone’ of our hearing and understanding. For example ‘Wappy Kill Phillip or Fillup’, is said to have originally been “ Warpy Creak Filled Up”, and so many more.
“Where did you get that from?” he asked.
Until Next time Waak Gud, and memba
So I told him that I heard two ladies
Oudi an Tengki No Brok No Skwier.
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Interpretations
by Alex-Ann Green-Lewis
Too often we hear people’s complaints resounding
about
counterparts
to
the
inability
effectively
of
our clearly understood our audience. This rings
communicate. true for personal relationships, to working
Lately, the one recurring theme in my mind is a relationships and everything in between. one liner my mother in law often drops – ‘be a Understanding in this case is not reference to friend before you need a friend’. Obviously, the idiocy but clarity of communication reducing two sentiments are not directly linked but the the chances of misinterpretation. undertone,
which
I
believe
to
be
our
saving grace to this issue, is applicable.
The fact is
that we all do things differently,
we
receive
information differently and interpretations are as many -if not more than- the hairs on our head. Being cognizant of this fact is the first step in riding ourselves of the communication issues. Once we realize this, we can further acknowledge that we have to seek to understand the thought pattern or process of our audience. This is by no means going to be an easy feat at all times but it’s worth giving it a shot if we want to achieve effective communication.
let
us
seek
to
understand before we are understood; be a friend before you need a friend. We cannot approach each
person the same way and
expect the same ease of communication. People are not automatically in tune with us. In the same way a speaker has to be aware of his audience before shaping his speech for delivery
at
the
appointed time. We have to take this into account when communicating with others.
Once we have accomplished this based on the responses that the persons make, we can shape
Don’t knock it be-
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Name: June Plum Binomial (Scientific) Name: Spondias dulcis Other Caribbean Names: Golden Apple (Barbados), Place(s) of Origin: Melanesia and Polynesia Uses: Food (fruit consumable both cooked and uncooked, both green and ripe, both as food and juice) Seasoning (leaves used in West Javan pepes) Notable Characteristics: Tall trees of 40 to 60 feet when fully grown; Fruits grown in bunches and become yellow as they ripen; Cooked fruit has great variety (chutneys, jams, stews, sauces, salads, as well as parts of other snacks); Date of Arrival to Jamaica: 1782
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Spiritual communication By Dillon Thomas divide Why is there today such a distance between
Government is steadfastly seeking spiritually
Man and God? Gone are the days when men
assistance. Divine intervention was given to
communicated
Lord
Moses but the difference between the Minister
Almighty and He gave them guidance while
and Moses is the fact that Moses accepted his
providing guidance and timely instructs to
role and served the Lord wholeheartedly and
man in an effort to facilitate a good
was very faithful and determined to perform
relationship and God-fearing and serving
the works of the Lord, therefore, the Lord
nation. Moses was charged with the task of
found favor in him and continually blessed
collecting and ensuring that the teachings
him. Moses was a just man who spoke directly
and laws of the Almighty are adhered to. In
to the Lord and brought the Israelites out of
those days, the law enforcers were members
bondage unto the land promised to their
of the Christian faith and the law that
forefathers.
directly
with
the
governs the land was given to Moses by God. Bringing this point into perspective, recently there was a call by the Minister of National Security Hon. Peter Phillips, for the country to seek divine intervention for the wave of crime
that
has
been
plaguing
our
society for the past umpteen years. Following a series of church attendance by the Minister and various other members of parliament indicates that the Jamaican
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Don’t get me wrong, I applaud the efforts of the Jamaican administration as they try to foster more religious inclusion in Jamaica’s crime-riddled society as they need it to combat this crime spree. Faith, humility, trust, devotion and constant communication were attributes that Moses used to do the Lord’s bidding while guiding and protecting
intervention. Fostering a daily conversation with the Lord through prayer is the only way we can speak to him and solicit his help. We need
to
have
regular
conversations,
acknowledging his presence; continually thanking him for his guidance, mercies, and privileges awarded as well as continually protecting us.
his people on their tiresome journey out of
If God was like man, do you think after
the land of their captors. Jamaica and
continually disregarding him and glorifying
particularly
material and worldly things he would help us
the
Government
need
to
formulate a relationship with the Father in
when we need it?
order
BE grateful he is not like ME.
for
there
to
be
an
expected
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A true Jamaican son in the faith
In today's
by Adrian Duncan
Jamaican society it is outlines to young Jamaican males that common for the young positive role models are still present in our
boys , when growing up, to emulate and aspire society and that they can rise form their to be as their favorite celebrities; their indirect present situation to be the change that they mentors. Now sometimes these mentors are would like to see in our society. not
the most favorable characters within
society an as such we have a constant cycle of undesirable characters in our society; in my case it was not so. I am a humble, ambitious, forward-thinking young Jamaican male that believes in the holistic development of Jamaica and her people, like Ghandi, it is my
This Jamaican Philanthropist continues to assist the Jamaican youth
through his
charity events and donations to the Bustamante
Hospital
for
children;
donations that will save the lives of hundreds of children in the coming years.
belief that if we want to see change then we must first change ourselves. Over the years I have observed individuals within our society that are making notable strides towards the development of the Jamaican people and this comforts my heart knowing that there still exists individuals of good standings in our society. The works of Orville “Shaggy� Burrell and his foundation is one such significant and noteworthy individual that should continually be applauded for the work that he continues to do within the Jamaican health sector. The works of this man 38
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It is often overlooked by numerous Jamaican
Jamaica
artists that their actions are assessed by
empowerment.
hundreds of youths in and around the country, this assessment is done to decipher if the individual is of good standings or otherwise. Additionally,
this
assessment
assessors, like myself, “role-model-type”
through
enlightenment
and
Moving forward I hope that other Jamaicans of similar and even lesser statue can play integral roles in the in this fight. As I stated
allows
earlier, you sometimes do not always know
to carefully select
that you are regarded n the manner that you
characters
the
are or have knowledge that you are seem by
handful of available positive characters and I
numerous youths as a mentor , as such it is
must say that this is not normally an easy
advise that you be the best that you can be at
task. Back to the matter at hand, Mr. Burrell,
all times.
the life you are living
from
is one that will
continually be emulated by myself and numerous other Jamaican youths for years to come. Your positive actions and genuine care for the Jamaican people cannot be measured as is evident with your
Big up to the Big Yaad General and the Shaggy Foundation boss; Orville “Shaggy” Burrell. Your actions have spoken louder than
that
of
an
essay
riddled
with
groundbreaking complicated jargons.
consistent support for all Jamaicans. I must say that your works have encouraged this young continue
Jamaican his
to
small
strides in the fight for the
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Jury duty What is a Jury?
Eligible persons You must be between ages 18 and 70
A jury consists of twelve ordinary citizens who are able to apply their common-sense to the matter of determining the guilt or innocence
of
someone
accused
of
an
Your name must be on the current Voter’s List You must have a Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN)
offence. The basis for a twelve person jury is that it is a representative cross section of the local community and therefore are more likely to judge in line with generally accepted values of the society. Jurors represent diverse backgrounds
and
therefore,
individual
prejudices are likely to be neutralized.
Ineligible persons persons under 18 years of age or over the age of 70; A person who is not a Commonwealth citizen; A person who is unable to speak, read or
Of what importance is jury service? Jury service is a very critical element of the justice system in our country.
The justice
write English; A person awaiting a preliminary enquiry or trial in the Resident Magistrate or trial in
system in Jamaica like other democracies rests
the Circuit Court for an indictable offence
on the concept of trial by jury. Trial by jury
i.e. serious offences such as murder,
ensures that the people are accountable to
shooting with intent and unlawful
each other rather than to a government
wounding.
appointed judge for decisions made in such trials.
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A person who has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment for a period in excess of six Why should you be come a juror?
(6) months. Others who cannot serve because of the nature
t gives you the opportunity to participate
of their jobs: Politicians, some public officials and
in the delivery of justice It gives you an opportunity to learn new
diplomats Judges and lawyers Medical doctors, nurses, soldiers, teachers
things , meet new people and have new experiences It provides opportunities for helping oth-
and pilots ers
It forms part of your civic duty Your employer is duty bound to give you time off to serve as a juror.
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