by: J. Ramiro Sejas M.

A WAY YOU CAN OVERCOME FRUSTRATIONS

I don't know you. But I have been frustrated many times. My heart was broken many times. I divorced. I have been unemployed. I have been in the street. I have felt totally alone. I became an alcoholic. There were nights I closed my eyes waiting not to wake up any more. I was on the edge of the suicide a couple of times. I needed help like never before in my life but there was nobody around to help me. And I discovered an even worse thing: there was nobody who could really help me. As things were going I could see only two choices.

by: Norman Fleming

There are many who believe the glitz and glitter of the tourist industries and the accompanying commercialization of both the areas around the tourist centers and the culture of Jamaica overshadow the ‘real’ Jamaica, the people and culture that exist beyond the tourist centers, the true heart of Jamaica. This has led to the creation of a variety of opportunities to visit the other side of Jamaica, to see people and life beyond the often stereotypical vision of Jamaica that most visitors see.

As part of JAMCL feature on Black History Month we will give our fellow webbites information on some Black Men who have either touched, changed or traced the future of Black People in the World.

Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech in August 28, 1963, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. is until this day one of the most inspiring speeches of all time.
In that speech Martin Luther King addressed the issues of Black people being segregated and that he was dreaming of a day when the Black man and the White man will finally live in harmony, and that Black People will finally be free.

*More women requesting gadgets for Valentine's Day
According to a survey done by an American firm more women are requesting technological gadgets, such as ipods, digital cameras, camcorders, camera cell phones, Lap tops and other technological novelties from their spouses.

*Bob Marley-Greatest Reggae Singer ever lived
The late Robert Nesta 'Bob' Marley is a World reknown Reggae Singer from the inner city of Trench Town in Kingston Jamaica, the Capitol of this Caribbean Island.
Bob Marley has accomplished what many a artiste only dream about.

He placed Jamaica on the map with his songs of inspiration and upliftment.
Though Marley died from 1981 he is still regarded as the Greatest Reggae artist ever lived, and his popularity is still high, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has also used his songs and the Reggae genre along with the white sand beaches and scenic surroundings to advertise Jamaica as a good vacation location.

by: Ann Knapp

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced the all-new 2007 Honda CR-V is debuting at dealerships nationwide. Prices for the 2007 Honda CR-V range from $20,600 for the CR-V LX model to $26,000 for the CR-V 4-WD EX-L model. Honda's Satellite-Linked Navigation System with Voice Recognition(TM) and rearview camera is available as a $2,000 factory-installed option.

The all-new CR-V features a sophisticated interior design that delivers near-luxury style along with improved refinement and a more powerful and efficient 166-horsepower, 2.4-liter, 4 cylinder engine. As part of Honda's industry leading "Safety for Everyone" initiative, all Honda light trucks, including the CR-V, are equipped with a Vehicle Stability Assist(TM) (VSA(TM)) system and a comprehensive list of standard safety features, including side curtain airbags with roll-over sensors, front side airbags with Occupant Position Detection System and anti-lock braking system. The 2007 CR-V features Honda's innovative Advanced Compatibility Engineering(TM) (ACE(R)) Body Structure for enhanced frontal collision safety.

by: Amirah Hall

As the loss of a loved one can be one of the greatest challenges in life and connecting to with spirit can be a life changing experience. Whether you lose a loved one, a relationship or a job, most people feel some degree of grief when such an event occurs. Mediumship provides just one of the tools to help come to terms with the loss in a positive manner.

"As a Medium, I deliver more than messages” Amirah says, “I help to confirm that once our physical body dies, our 'spirit' lives on, and that we as spirits remain connected to relatives, friends and loved ones.."

An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter Scale shook sections of the island yesterday

The epicentre was located at Cayman Ridge, 200 kilometres West- Northwest of Montego Bay and had a focal depth of 20 kilometres. Presently, there has been no report of structural damage.

Did you feel the eathquake? Send JAMCL your comment.

Harbour View Football Club is sitting pretty being six points clear of nearest rivals Waterhouse football Club following their exciting 3-2 win over Boys' Town in a Wray and Nephew National Premier League match at Collie Smith Drive on Sunday, February 4, 2007.
Fabian Taylor, Kemeel Wolfe and Kavin Bryan scored Harbour View's goals, while Denzil Watson and George Vernal scored for Boys' Town.

Venus and Serena Williams arrived on the Island yesterday for a two-day visit.

While here the sisters will be conducting tennis clinics with the children and hanging out in Jamaica. Base on an interview on Talking Sport last night it seems as if the sisters are enjoying themselves.

I wish I had the time to go and check them out myself. Just having them in Jamaica is an inspiration. As one of the children said "It felt good hitting the ball back to them".

The sisters look a little tiered though and I would encourage them to stay a little longer in Jamaica. Relax on the beach get their hair done and get their groove on.

If you love Venus and Serena leave your comments and number they might just see it and give you a call.

The US military has reported (Wednesday Feb, 07) that another chopper went down in IRAQ. Base on the reports ten (10) persons were on board. The insurgents are claiming responsibility.

This news has increased the frustration level as with regards to the war in IRAQ. I can just imagine the grief that the family members of those troops are facing today.

What do you think should be done to end the war in IRAQ?

Should America:
a) Withdraw their troops?
b) Send more troops?
c) Have dialog with the insurgents?
d) Ask for assistance from other Arab countries?

Share your opinion with JAMCL.

A famous quote from Marcus Mosiah Garvey the first inducted hero of Jamaica is 'Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery; None but ourselves can free our minds.'
For many years Mr. Garvey worked aucidiously to empower the black race with speeches, and examplerary character and movement up the social ladder.

Marcus Mosiah Garvey National Hero of Jamaica (August 17, 1887– June 10, 1940) was a publisher, journalist, entrepreneur, Black nationalist, and founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League (UNIA-ACL).

by: Becca Bee

Dear Becca:

I have been friends with this girl for about three years. We have become very close over that time. We hang out a lot, we have gotten physical in the past (no sex), but always kept it loose. We even 'sleep together' on occasion.

Here is my problem. I have fallen in love with her. She knows about it, and is not completely opposed to the idea of us dating. However, she doesn't want to lose me as a friend if we were to break up. She has in the past been in situations like ours and has lost good friends because of it. I really want to see what could happen with this relationship. I just have no idea what I should do, because in my heart I know I can't go back. Any ideas?

Sincerely, 'Confused'

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Dear Confused:

The Indian Police are currently investigating Jamaican and West Indies all-rounder Marlon Samuels for having telephone conversations with an unauthorised bookmaker on the eve of their one day International against India in the Asian Continent last month.
If the allegations are true Samuels could be sanctioned for breaching the ICC code of regulations, with regards for giving out information about his team.
However, the West Indies Cricket Board did not offer a comment as they will be carrying out their own investigations on the matter.

What do You think about Shaggy's Church Heathen Lyrics:

"She All A Tell Me Bout The One Deacon Who A Drive The Big Benz A Where Him Get Money From Thats Why Nobody No Want Give No Collection No See The Church Overleak A Wha Him Really De Pan . Every Sunday Is A Competition Me See Nuff A Dem A Gwan Like Them In A Name Brand That De Sinten Whe She Where Come Out A Some Chunk Bottom With The Yank Fa Ball Smell That A No New Fashion.Then She Proceed Fi Talk Bout The Man Them Only Come A Service Fi Look Church Woman And Fi Pull Up The Gal Them Talk Bout Religion But Me Couldn't Say Nothin Cause Me No Me A One"

You can find the complete lyics in "Lyrics Section".

Police personnel in St Catherine is still searching for clues to what was described as a heinous crime in Bog Walk St Catherine yesterday morning, when five men were murdered execution style, with gun shots to the back of their heads.
According to the Police a lone gun man pounced on a group of men at a gambling table, and forced them to lie flat on their stomachs and proceeded to shot his victims in the back of their heads.

*Ex-mates are dangerous to your heath and relationship
Do you have a ex-girl or ex-boyfriend that constantly calls your home and cellular phones?
Well welcome to the club, from my experience and information from other ex-mates can be a dangerous ingredient in the disintegration of your current relationship.

There are cases where the 'ex' act has if their phone calls to you is a mere harmless one, it first take on that nature with questions like :"How are you? How is work?, Is your mother doing ok?", stuffs like that. Then eventually, it moves from the phone calls, to wanting to meet you at a set location, then the home environment is discussed, and before you know it the same ex is actually making passes at you, and demanding you back into their life.

BEYOUNCE'S 'IRREPLACEABLE' STAY HOT
Beyounce Knowles 'Irreplaceable' is still the number one song on the US Top 100 Billboard chart (top 10) for singles according to a recently released statement from the Music Fraternity.

The following is a compilation of the ten hottest music in America sanctioned by the US Billboard hot 100 Chart

by: Marilyn Pokorney

Tires are one of the most important parts of your car for safe travel. Here are some tips on how to keep them in good condition so they last a long time.

Check your tires once a month for wear. One of the easiest ways to do this is to place a penny into the most shallow tread groove with Lincoln's head down. If the whole head remains visible the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch and needs to be replaced.

The phrase: 'Different strokes for different folks' can best characterize the frame of mind that members of the public have for the best place to be on Valentines Day.
For Jermaine, the fun place to be with his 'main squeeze' is at Devon House.

Devon House:

It's a good place for 'making out' (kissing, hugging girl friend), talking out, buying her some ice cream things like that, just chill the night away," Jermaine told JAMCL.
Devon House is known for as a popular night spot for lovers and that should be the case this Valentines Day.

Emancipation Park: Chill on the benches, get close to the love i love," one couple said.
Another couple said that they will enjoy a fun filled day at 'Putt & play' as they will like different rides there.

Kingston, Jamaica:
Jamaican Cultural singer Richie Spice otherwise named Richell Bonner has come under critism from mainly dark skin women for his latest song 'Brown Skin'.
It is reported that Richie Spice being a blackman and a Rastafarian should have preference to a darker shade (real black woman), and not a woman of a clear complexion (a browning)and the song has being met with mixed reaction from members of the public.
Buju Bantan, now a Rastafarian came under fire from the public when he recored the song 'Mi Love mi Browning' in the early 1990's.

Well JAMCL would like to Big up Ziggy Marley on his Grammy Award for his album
"Love Is My Religion".

Most of us in Jamaica are not too familiar with the album since it was released solely to the American Market. I guess the strategy work and Ziggy is reaping the rewards.

You dancehall artiste you don't try that because I can assure you that you will be eating grass.

*Country Music trio win big at 49th Grammy Awards show
The Country Music Fraternity was filled with joy when their prodigy Dixie Chicks defy the odds by winning Five Grammy Awards last night including record and Album of the Year with their no-regrets anthem "Not Ready to Make Nice", at the 49th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, USA.
Dixie Chicks also won for Country Music Album of the year.

Once again an offspring of the Great Reggae Icon Robert Nesta Marley has won the coveted Best Reggae Album of the Year at the 49th Grammy Awards show in Los Angeles, USA. on Sunday Night, February 11, 2007.
Ziggy Marley, 38, son of Bob Marley, the late King of Reggae, won his fourth Grammy Award with the Album 'Love is my Religion'.

*Sixth Policeman gun down since the start of the year
Kingston, Jamaica:
The Jamaican Police fraternity is still in mourning over Monday night's brutal murder of Detective Corporal Dave Daley, along Brooks Avenue in Duhaney Park, St Andrew.
Reports are somewhat sketchy but the lawman's killing was as a result of him intervening into a fight between two men and he got caught up in the squabble with him and another man being shot, and both died.

by: Nicole Anderson

There are traveling secrets anywhere you travel. This article will tell you key travel you should know before traveling to Barbados. Don’t miss the travel tips at the end!

Barbados is a beautiful island and an excellent vacation spot. It is one of the best islands in the Caribbean.

Money

The currency is Barbados is the Barbados dollar or the Bajan. It is 1.98 the US dollars. So basically $20 Barbados is about $10 US, give or take a little.

Cost of Goods

Items and services in Barbardos are not cheap. They are about the equivalent of items or services in the US.

A nice dinner for two with wine will run you $100 US. Souvenirs are $20 - $35 for t-shirts, $10-14 for towels, mugs, etc.

Natuarally, as it is almost anywhere you travel, the domestic goods are much cheaper than imported items.

Traveling To and From and While in Barbados

When you arrive in Barbados at the airport and claim your bags you will walk out of the terminal to buses, taxis and shuttle transport. It is best to pre-arrange a shuttle to and from your hotel. The taxi ride from the airport will run $20-60 depending on the distance to your hotel and size of taxi you require. The shuttle will charge for surfboard bags and some other large oversized items. Do not pay more than $5.

For some strange reason valentines day this year seem to be low key. These are five reason I think this is so:

1. Most people don't have no red and white clothes, not very fashionable.
2. Pocket empty no money to buy anything this year.
3. Not much love in the air.
4. Lots of broken hearts out there, as a result resentment against love and anything that represent it.
5. Lots of single people no one to share the day with.

by: Bud Smith

Ever wondered how February 14 became, the day on which we celebrate and explore love in all its many ideals, Valentines Day.

There are many differing opinions on how Valentines Day started.

One story say that when the Roman Empire reigned, a festival every February was held in honour of the God of Fertility and during this time, young men would choose their mate. When a Emperor named Claudius can around, he outlawed all marriages in fear that the men would not be able to fight. Young couples still fell in love though and still wished to marry and they took these desires to the Catholic Bishop Valentine who, understanding love, began to secretly marry couples. When Claudius found out, he had Valentine arrested and ordered put to death. While waiting in jail, Valentine began exchanging letters with the jailers daughter and soon had fallen in love with her. The day he was to be beheaded, he wrote her one last note and signed it: From Your Valentine.

How it started

The term Aramac comes from the African origin which means strength, it also hails from the name Camera when turned backwards, ironically the name Camara hails from the African origin, which also means strong. Hence whether you say Camara or Aramac it represents the same sentiments and also the purpose that God has for the lives of human beings/mankind here on earth. Another interesting irony is in the fact that the founder of Aramac Entertainment Agency’s name is Camara K Rowe whose favorite biblical scripture and motivation is “young men I call you because you are strong”……

by: Steve Gillman

What part of you is only 1% to 3% of your body's mass, yet uses 20% of all the oxygen you breathe? Your brain! Here are ten more brain facts.

- Your brain needs a continuous supply of oxygen. A 10 minute loss of oxygen will usually cause significant neural damage. Cold can lengthen this time, which is why cold-water drowning victims have been revived after as nuch as 40 minutes - without brain damage.

- Your brain uses a fifth of all your blood. It needs it to keep up with the heavy metabolic demands of its neurons. It needs not only the glucose that is delivered, but of course, the oxygen.

- Your brain feels no pain. There are no nerves that register pain within the brain itself. Because of this, neurosurgeons can probe the brain while a patient is conscious (what fun!). By doing this, they can use feedback from the patient to identify important regions, such as those used for speech, or visualization.

Jamaica's Young Reggae Boyz preparing for the World Youth (U-17) Cup Football qualifers in April received a morale boosting 3-1 agregate win for World Champions Mexico in a two-match friendly series between Wednesday and Friday this week.

Name: Nastassia Hall

Age: 19

Occupation: Business Woman

Talent: Model, Poet, Basketball Player, Journalist/Writer.

About Her:--

Nastassia is a past student of Ardenne High School where she spent five years before moving on to Portmore Community College. She graduated with seven cxc’s (7) at the secondary level and five (5) C.A.P.E subjects at the advanced level.

This young woman started her modeling career at age 15 where she modeled for Lex Agency. She further went on to freelancing before signing to LMG International. Nastassia is a member of the under 21 Jamaica Female basketball team. She is currently the owner of a Beauty Supplies shop in New Kingston.

Is the rent a rasta business still going on?