SWEET LIES: FALLING FOR MR. WRONG I know that you have heard the song “Sweet Lies” by Beres Hammond countless times, but never took the opportunity to carefully consider the meaning that lies in the lyrics of his song. Now take a minute and read, and silently sing the song in your heart (smiling ever so coyly). Now Jack is the mack and he comes around every Monday, oh Tuesday and Wednesday, Every day of the week And even though I try to tell you that I love you from the bottom of my heart You had no place for me, It's all vanity now Chorus: You … [Read more...]
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
August 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE—THE SILENT KILLER INTRODUCTION: Excerpt from Celeste story: “I walked in the house excited to see my boyfriend, says Celeste, 30, I was happy to be home but once I saw his face I knew what kind of night it was going to be. At first I tried to play it off by putting a smile on my face and pretending not to notice the scowl on his face. The first thing he asked was, where had I been, I told him at the store and his reply was “stop lying”. I knew not to argue back so I tried to change the subject and ask him how his day went. … [Read more...]
FOODS AND YOUR LIBIDO
August 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Can You Increase Your Sex Drive by What You Consume? Now if you are from the Caribbean and I tell you I am eating or drinking some food that is “good for the back” you will know what I am talking about? The saying what you put in your mouth is what you get out is also true for what happens between the sheets. While we know that eating healthy and maintaining a healthy weight increases your libido, there are a number of specific foods that will have a direct effect on how romantic you feel. Some of these foods increase male and female sex hormones, while others … [Read more...]
“Economics 101: AA+ Credit Rating”.
August 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Economics 101: Understanding the Credit Rating Debacle I listened with interest to the various economics pundits and junkies on the airwaves over the weekend with much interest. Even on the job, there was the ever-increasing hum about the downgrading of the United States from an AAA Credit Rating to an AA+ Credit Rating. For most countries, having an AA+ rating or any rating of A would be a happy feat, but no, not the big US of A. The downgrade by Standard and Poors (S&P) is seen in the eyes of many of the brightest minds in the economic spectrum as a slap … [Read more...]
“IMAGES OF OUR BLACK WOMEN”
August 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
"Are Images of Black Women on TV an Imitation of Real Life" In the spirit of full disclosure, I must confess that I love looking at shows like “Real Housewives of Atlanta”, “Basketball Wives”, “Celebrity Apprentice”, “Single Ladies”, my reasons for looking at them is merely as a stress releaser. After being cooped up in an office for the whole day, running to and from meetings, playing my little part in saving the world from financial ruin, dealing with a diverse group of co-workers, handling rude and reckless drivers on the road, and coming … [Read more...]
Strategies for a Successful College Experience
May 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Planning for college—in about a month’s time, most high-school students would be going to college. It’s a time in the life of a teenager where the idea of going to college gives them some sort of independence and gives them the misguided concept that they are adults. For parents, it’s a time when the pride in their voices when they say “my son is going to XXX college” is undeniably noticeable. Unfortunately, most parents, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, are not aware of what it takes for their kids to succeed in college, … [Read more...]
Music Ambassadors
May 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There is a saying that music and sports are two forums that bring the Caribbean people together. Lately we have seen a plethora of foreign artists returning to the Caribbean during the carnival seasons to showcase their talents. My question is, do you think that they are doing enough to contribute to the development of the Caribbean countries? What are some projects you think they can get into? … [Read more...]
Botox Mom
May 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This was an article in the news this week about a parent, Kerry who injected her 8 year old daughter, Britney with botox touched at my heartstrings in a way that I was forced to write to get your views. According to Kerry-- who preferred that her last name not be used-- the choice of using botox was her daughters’ . According to the news piece, the mother said "we were getting into the pageants," Kerry recalled. "I knew she was complaining about her face, having wrinkles, and things like that. When I brought it up to Britney she was all for it." For too long … [Read more...]
Caribbean Diaspora Debate
May 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When one hears the words “Caribbean Diaspora” what comes to mind? … [Read more...]
