The beginning of the end?

Many people are in despair about what is happening in the world today – war, civil conflicts, rebelliousness of the youth, disease, drug abuse, slavery, poverty! Some see an acceleration and intensifying of these afflictions, predicting that the end is nigh. “What’s happening in the world today” people sigh, unsure as to whether we are […]

Releasing the flu

Last Wednesday, I felt an itching in my throat that signalled the beginning of the flu. Interestingly, I had taken my children to the doctor days before. On leaving his office, he cautioned me to be careful, to take care of myself, as it could be my turn next. That seed sown, within a few […]

Obamania

I am quietly bemused by the current Obamania (mania over Barack Obama) running rife. Recently, I have been privy to a number of small groups of conversants in Jamaica endorsing Obama – “I like him” – and extolling the virtues of his stated policies, his charisma and his simple likeability. These are serious conversations, with […]