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My-Island-Jamaica Digest Ezine: August 7,
2022 Hey !
Happy Sunday to you and yours again my friend! So what do you know?
Not only is our fun Jamaica60 essay competition behind us, the Emancipation and Independence celebrations are behind us too! Well almost! Yesterday we celebrated the anniversary of our Independence with a host of activities across the island!
And today, Sunday, they are having what they call, The Western Edition, in Montego Bay (hence why I say almost) But just before I share today's featured article with you, I'd like to make a BIG shout of of congrats and thanks. First, help me congratulate all these wonderful and deserving winners in our fun essay competition! - 1st place: The dreadful hurricane Gilbert of September 1988" by Latoya Edwards, Portmore, Jamaica. The entry... https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/the-dreadful-hurricane-gilbert-of-september-1988.html
Award & Sponsor: Complimentary 2 Night All Inclusive Stay For Two at beautiful Ocean Cliff Hotel (formerly The Spa Retreat In Negril)
- 2nd Place: Sweet sweet Jamaica, naah left yah" by Carolyn Williams, Clarendon, Jamaica. The entry... https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/sweet-sweet-jamaica-naah-left-yah.html
Award & Sponsor : All Inclusive Weekend For Two at the
tranquil Tapioca Village Retreat, the hidden gem for peace and tranquility in the hills of St. Mary, Jamaica
- 3rd Place: The Mystique of Jamaica" by Linda Martinez, Temple, Texas, USA. The entry... https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/the-mystique-of-jamaica.html
Award & Sponsor : Complimentary Stay (2 Days/ 3 Nights) at Luna Sea Inn
- 4th Place: A September To Remember" by Gayle, St. Catherine, Jamaica.
The entry... https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/a-september-to-remember.html
Award & Sponsor: Dinner For Two at the 'sweet spot', Sky Beach Seafood Grill
And the consolation winners!
And on the YouTube side.- RANDOM DRAW - JAMAICA YUH GREAT SONG VIDEO!
Jannel (Blessed Green Chick) from North Carolina. She won a GIFT BASKET (80usd value) Courtesy of Rastafari Never Grow Old (video here) to include organic Jamaican products including Jamaican roots tonic, Jamaican turmeric & ginger, breadfruit flour, coconut charcoal & cassava
flour! (video here)
- RANDOM DRAW - INDEPENDENCE LIVE STREAM VIDEO!
Sharon Cookhorn from Long Island, New York. She won an authentic Rastafarian/ Jamaican leather clutch, embellished with calabash or
gourd and matching earrings, courtesy of Iela’s Sandals and accessories Ja (profile clip here)
So a hearty THANK YOU to the participants!
And and even BIGGER thanks to my sponsors, you came through just in
time!
Blessings.
But we could not have done it without our judges in the the first place.
So please help me salute...
Thanks again all for making it happen!
But today, I'll share a little learning opportunity with you.
You know that Jamaica gained independence from Britain (England) but did you know how Jamaica gained Independence? You'll also see the full YouTube playlist there as well so enjoy!
Having said that, congratulations to Sacaj on her 2022 wining entry "Nuh Wey Nice Like Yard" But please remember that I also have several more great content on the website via the blog, so kindly stop by and
check them out.
And now, the...
This week, instead
of the regular premiere, I had a fun Jamaica60 giveaway livestream! The first in almost 9 months, I believe.
I think you'll like it. Here's the link (embedded below).
And remember, if you like this episode, please LIKE it on YouTube, and if you love it, please SHARE it with a friend or family member on WhatsApp or Facebook, the more the merrier!
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