Incorruptible
My article last year this time, Coming in from the cold landed me several networking opportunities, and speaking engagements and was published in a pan African journal from out of Guyana. I was in Dominica at the time reflecting on how Marley’s legacy can yet impact upon Caribbean realities in ways beyond the profane cultural … More So much things to say
The point of chrismography is not to endorse, nor even comment on the peculiar religious cultures, traditions and theologies of those involved; but merely to offer visual stimulation focused on interactions with Spirit that demonstrate human potential beyond the frameworks of Billiard-ball mechanical cosmological theories that postulate randomness rather than intelligence (Design) as the engine … More Chrismography
I’m still suffering some internal trauma from recently blocking an old friend from accessing me on social media. I am philosophically inclined to place a premium on human relationships which generally require over time high tolerance levels to maintain and nurture, so watching myself get into the highhanded mindset of contemptuous judge (and any judge … More Culture-shaping Conversation
At a time when some have expressed concern that our civilizational project might be under threat by the present intimidation, this is a refreshing breath and reminder that the foundations of our civilization are made of sturdier stuff, but also that we have a burden in our generation to ‘rebuild the city walls’ – restore … More Unity or Bust
Admittedly, Trump is a bit of a character and there is a certain level of cinematic drama involved with invading a country, kidnapping its president and dragging him through the streets of your cities limping in leg-chains. Why not go ahead and say it? Its gangster. But there really is no spectacle here, not really. … More The Law of US Almighty
My soul dances within me every time I hear it. It is one of the sweetest sounds in all creation. The sound of genuine heart-bottom-felt gratitude. Of all aspects of the Nativity Narrative, it is Mary’s most beautiful song that emotes me most deeply, reminding me that the grace of giving is not only (or … More Principles of Magnificat
I’d like to sincerely wish one and all a very merry Christmas, but how can I? I’m ending the year as I began it recognizing the utter vanity of tradition if we are not prepared to protect and preserve it. As far as Christmas is concerned, I’ve long repudiated the Johnny Mathis and Bing Crosby … More Black Christmas
I rarely use my blog for activism. It generally is my arena for philosophical reflection whenever I cannot identify conversation partners. This will be an exception. These are exceptional times. Exceptional approaches are warranted. To borrow some of Mia Motley‘s words, we are likely to be living in a multi-crisis environment for some time. We simply have to … More Captain of my soul
The news yesterday morning highlighted a fairly common scene. The PNP held a press conference speaking specifically to the emerging incidents of leptospirosis and the health threat posed to the nation in the aftermath of Melissa. At the podium was Dr Alfred Dawes, PNP spokesperson on health and in the background were party dignitaries headed … More Systems of predation / Systems of service
Tonight makes three weeks exactly since Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica after huffing and puffing and blowing herself up offshore to be the most powerful and devastating storm ever to have hit the island in remembered history. In the aftermath of the absolutely catastrophic, and in some cases, fatally tragic disaster, we the Jamaican … More Future-Focused
