Learning about Jamaica while you eat

posted by Focused on November 21, 2013 @ 4:28 am in CULTURE

I recently learned about the Jamaica Culinary Tours. These tours are a way of learning about Jamaica's story through its cuisine. Find out more about them here    

Artists and healthy living: Richie Stephens

posted by Focused on February 19, 2012 @ 9:52 am in MEDIA

Whitney Houston's recent death serves as a reminder that healthy living is everything.   Unfortunately, she was part of a long list of famous artists whose career went downhill as a result of substance abuse. It is also unfortunate that more attention is given to famous artists' drug problems than

A very necessary institution

posted by Focused on February 17, 2012 @ 2:29 pm in ENVIRONMENT

Jamaica is known around the world for its natural beauty. Unfortunately, Jamaica has suffered from damage caused to its environment. I came across a very refreshing video highlighting the work being done by the Jamaica Environment Trust. What kind of life can one really enjoy if  we don't respect

A primary school's success

posted by Focused on February 17, 2012 @ 2:01 pm in MEDIA

The Gleaner recently reported on Kensington Primary's achievement in the 2010/2011 Grade Four Numeracy Test. The St-Catherine school achieved 91% mastery. Please watch the video below to learn more about the story.  

ESPN director calls for more focus on sports tourism

posted by Focused on February 5, 2012 @ 10:02 am in MEDIA

A recent Gleaner article reported about an ESPN director’s call for a bigger focus on sports tourism in Jamaica. Sports tourism generates US$600 billion every year worldwide. Please read the article here. Jamaica is sitting on a goldmine. How big a slice of the sports tourism pie could Jamaica cut?

Positive Song of The Day: "Someone loves you honey"

posted by Focused on December 18, 2011 @ 5:28 pm in ARTS

Human beings are creatures of love! Today's Positive Song of The Day is a beautiful reminder of that. Here is "Someone loves you honey" by JC Lodge.   Someone loves you too!

Giving back in an empowering way

posted by Focused on December 18, 2011 @ 8:08 am in INSPIRATIONAL

     I always find it so inspiring when I see someone making a positive difference in the lives of others. The term 'giving back to the community' is often used but what exactly does it mean? The following video provides an example. It features American football star Nnamdi Asomugha giving

Positive Song of The Day: "Too experienced"

posted by Focused on December 15, 2011 @ 5:16 pm in ARTS

Experience is priceless! Today's Positive Song of The Day reminds us of that. Enjoy Barrington Levy's "Too experienced"   What's your experience?

Reliving a dream 53 years later

posted by Focused on December 15, 2011 @ 4:47 pm in INSPIRATIONAL

It is really never too late to go after your dreams. Ken Mink's story exemplifies that. How? He returned to playing college basketball at the age of...73! He had missed out on the opportunity to play junior college basketball during his sophomore season because he joined the US Army 53 years earlier.

Positive Song of The Day: "Is this love?"

posted by Focused on December 14, 2011 @ 4:34 pm in ARTS

Today's Positive Song of the Day comes from the legendary Bob Marley. Enjoy "Is this love?"   One love!