Life’s storms can’t shake the vibe, cool running’s swaying the Caribbean groove. Montego’s Bay having its say, heart’s dancing to the jam down riddim, love taking your soul higher and higher. In the darkest moment, rhythm of freedom shines, it’s all about love. One love, one heart; one little island’s sweet release. Within heaven’s light, we bleed the same, we breathe the same air. Step by step, courage takes the lead, faith rising above the struggle. In nature’s embrace, the dance through the everyday struggle. Dancing breeze, whispering wind, smiles that never tire, a place to call home. Within the quiet, sun kissing up on your skin; sing heart and soul sing, the melody of independence’s song. Reggae beat and love’s easy flow, cooling indulgent heat. Love rocking away to the bass, heart in no haste, grooving to independence’s bliss, August 6th.

*** On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became an independent nation, a member of the British Commonwealth. Jamaica is known to be the birthplace of reggae, Bob Marley, world’s fastest sprinters, Blue Mountain coffee, Red Stripe beer, Jamaican rum, beautiful beaches, luxurious resorts, majestic waterfalls. The national dish, ackee and saltfish. To all my fellow Jamaican bredren, and sistren, bless up. Love and favour. ***

WCR