Disclaimer: “The contents of this blog are mine personally and do not reflect any position of the U.S. government or the Peace Corps.” By | Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> Wah Gwaan! Mi ina Jamieka an mi luv it. That is Jamaican Patwa for “Hello! I’m in Jamaica and I love it.” I am currently livingContinue reading “Integreshan | Integration | Integración”
Peace Corps Agroforestry in Jamaica
By: Scott Elliott Welcome to my Peace Corps blog! Direct link: https://fincasylvatica.com/category/peace-corps-jamaica/ This is a new blog. The Finca Sylvatica / Rainbow Crystal Land (FS/RCL) blog now has 33 posts to date that each have specific, on-site information about FS/RCL. This blog, however, is to document and publicize information about my Peace Corps (PC) service in JamaicaContinue reading “Peace Corps Agroforestry in Jamaica”
The Longhouse | La Casa Larga
By | Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> The storms have persisted while we continue to persevere well into the dry season. We are now in a new moon with a new and improved plan. Instead of destructing the old wood cabin and installing two new houses, we have decided to just build one larger “long” houseContinue reading “The Longhouse | La Casa Larga”
Storm of Change | Tormenta de Cambio
By |Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> Hurricane Nate hit Finca Sylvatica a couple weeks ago. It rained torrentially for approximately 30 hours without stopping. Wind knocked over some trees and blew out one of my windows which was helpful as you shall discover. We handled it just fine. Since the storm, the weather has beenContinue reading “Storm of Change | Tormenta de Cambio”
Bahay ng Buhay
By | Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> In the Filipino language of Tagalog, the word “bahay” means “home” and the word “buhay” means life. “Bahay ng buhay” is a home of life. The similarity of these two words in Tagalog hints at synchronicities they share with one another. Wouldn’t you want to live in aContinue reading “Bahay ng Buhay”
One Flew Over The Rainbow | Uno Voló En Cima Del Arco Iris
By | Por: Rio Tattersall <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> Buenos días! Coming to you from a really quaint little hotel in Cerro Punta, Panama. I know some people consider it not “rainbow” to stay in hotels but hey it’s ‘friggin’ cold outside. Festival/Rainbow season has blown through on its way to grander continents and the rains areContinue reading “One Flew Over The Rainbow | Uno Voló En Cima Del Arco Iris”
Earth Day | Día de la Tierra
Disclaimer: “The contents of this blog are mine personally and do not reflect any position of the U.S. government or the Peace Corps.” Renuncia: “El contenido de este blog es mío personalmente y no refleja ninguna posición del gobierno de los Estados Unidos o del Cuerpo de Paz.” By | Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> Happy EarthContinue reading “Earth Day | Día de la Tierra”
Busy Season | Temporada ocupada
By | Por: Rio Tattersall <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> It’s official. The busy season is upon us. Just as swiftly as the rain, mud, and wetness disappeared, several people appeared. It’s amazing to me how fast the slippery paths hardened up under my feet, and I’ll admit that it’s slightly perplexing to be living with fifteen peopleContinue reading “Busy Season | Temporada ocupada”
Remember Your Dreams | Recuerda tus sueños
Disclaimer: “The contents of this website are mine personally and do not reflect any position of the U.S. government or the Peace Corps.” Renuncia: “El contenido de este sitio web es mío personalmente y no refleja ninguna posición del gobierno de los Estados Unidos o del Cuerpo de Paz.” By | Por: Scott Elliott <ESPAÑOL ABAJO>Continue reading “Remember Your Dreams | Recuerda tus sueños “
Cycles of Lives | Ciclos de Vida
By | Por: Rio Tattersall <ESPAÑOL ABAJO> As I write this first paragraph, on an earth bench that I carved into the hill, I can see the small neighborhood on the other side of the river valley and the road to town. From my perch up at the highest standing camp, which I’m currently fixingContinue reading “Cycles of Lives | Ciclos de Vida”
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