Welcome to my world. An altered state of reality in which I sometimes feel as if I am the only one experiencing issues and situations that are ridiculous, funny, frustrating and thought provoking.
Truth be told, us women at times bash men as being dogs but if they are dogs then unfortunately that makes us dog groomers, owners and trainers. Men can only get away with what we allow them to so often times it is us who should shoulder the blame for having men who treat us like chicken back without gravy that has been left out too long so it starts to go bad.
Old time people love to pronounce that belief kills and it also cures, meaning whatsoever philosophy or belief system you subscribe to will either strengthen you or make you suffer. Nothing tests this popular saying more than our belief in obeah.
A good man is hard to find and a decent one that actually has your best interest at heart is even harder. They say men are in short supply and based on your own experience, you know that a man who has his life together is indeed almost as rare as a unicorn.
There is no doubt that as a nation, Jamaicans are strong and resilient but even so are not immune to phobias and fears. Some or unique to the cultural context of this island while others are more universal and can be applied to just about anyone.