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Published: Sun, 08/09/20

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My-Island-Jamaica Digest Ezine: August 9, 2020

Intro / Feature

Happy Sunday again to you and yours !

This past week, we had a blast of activity for for what we call our Imancipdence celebrations, and this, despite the coronavirus pandemic!

I think the Ministry of culture really pulled all the stops to ensure that not only that the traditional independence celebrations continue, but us Jamaicans, home and abroad were engaged right along the way.

One of the highlights of this year's activities was certainly the Jamaica Festival Song Competition - and with names like Freddie McGregor, Buju Banton, Toots & The Maytals, Shuga and L.U.S.T, this year was big!

Buju Banton came out as the overall winner but the entire Top 10 was a treat.

Thanks to Deon, today I have a wonderful review of this year's competition for you, including a playlist with the big Top 10.

Here is the link: https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaica_festival_song_competition.html

Please be sure to read - and share.

And now, my...

Featured Video!

You know, or certainly learned, about Jamaican Black Castor Oil right?

Oh yes, it is the holy grail for hair treatment, in addition to its long list of other health and medicinal benefits.

But ever wondered how they make it?

Well, I finally got the opportunity to watch the entire creation process, from start to finish - the old time way!

And yes, I have the video for you!

You may also watch it in the frame below.

How To Make PURE Jamaican Black Castor Oil - FULL PROCESS | 100% ORGANIC, Traditional & Authentic

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Featured Jamaican Product

You should have guessed...

On yes, the featured Jamaican product today is...
The Jamaican Black Castor Oil!

It is yet another of the local marvels that the world look to us for.

I already spoke about it above but I want to highlight its uses and exciting list of medicinal benefits for you.

Here, below, is the link. Please read and share.

https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaican_black_castor_oil.html

Recognition

You remember that last week I shared the video of Melissa, the lady who works on the garbage truck here?

Well, if her story was not inspiring enough, you should read the comments, I was really moved!

And so I say thanks to all those who engaged with that video, sharing, commenting and liking.

If you didn't watch it in full, you can see it here: https://youtu.be/NVuXte3i9Us

Fun Fact / Reminder

Did you know...

...that we have the second largest butterfly in the world?

Well, now you know!

And yes, this too, is yet another Jamaican fun fact that was extracted from my 16 fun facts about Jamaica article: https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/fun_facts_about_jamaica.html

And Before You Go...

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Last Sunday, I asked for my online community support of my friend Treisha, who was in the Top 10 position in the JCDC's national gospel festival finals with her song, ONE DOSE, remember?

Well, guess what? She WON!

To God Be The Glory!

She asked me to say thanks to all who supported her in her journey and so I am passing it on. She is really appreciative.

The event was held last Sunday, August 2. The Gospel festival song finals is yet another of the exciting range of activities hosted annually in our Jamaica Independence celebrations.

Blessings and thanks!

Regards,

Wellesley Gayle

Website: My-Island-Jamaica.com

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