Yardies at Home and a Farrin (part 19)

[JaEnglishGirl 34]

Bunz neva add mi needa...CHA

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

Hi everyone.

I am very sad because my husband found out this morning that his mother passed away. He is on a plane right now on his way back to Jamaica. The saddest part about it is that he had a ticket to go down for a week on monday. He was just five days short of seeing his mother one last time.

She had been sick with headaches and dizzy spells, but nobody thought she was on her deathbed. She was only 51 years old. I still don't know what she died from.

So, my question is...what should I do? I want to go down and be there for him, but the money just isn't there. I don't have any experience with Jamaican funerals or customs.

Acrow, I'm tearing up as I read this. My husband's mom had the same symptoms on and off. She past away last year at the age of 49...she had uterine cancer that spread every where...I know how you feel about the money and wanting to be there (my husband was not able to go to his mom's funeral)... but he's there and hopefully his family will help him through this. If you want to talk send me a message.

[SupportOAFJF 0]

WOULD ANYONE LIKE TO BUY SOME RAFFLE TICKETS? I HAVE ONLY THE WEEKEND LEFT TO SELL WHAT I HAVE LEFT..SO BE KIND AND SUPPORT OAFJF THANK U..

Kimmy,

Are you setup on paypal, cuz I swear I'm not going to make it to the post ofc

no not yet...in the works..we can either pay full price or wait for our exempt status and get a discount..uif u go to the PO u will be doing GOOD WORK

[jawi876 2]

Bunz neva add mi needa...CHA

Oh glad to know at least I'm not alone. Cha! I hope I didn't offend you with my last request on FB...if I did, I'm sorry. I don't want to sound ungrateful because I truly appreciated it!

[DaDa 1]

Hi everyone.

I am very sad because my husband found out this morning that his mother passed away. He is on a plane right now on his way back to Jamaica. The saddest part about it is that he had a ticket to go down for a week on monday. He was just five days short of seeing his mother one last time.

She had been sick with headaches and dizzy spells, but nobody thought she was on her deathbed. She was only 51 years old. I still don't know what she died from.

So, my question is...what should I do? I want to go down and be there for him, but the money just isn't there. I don't have any experience with Jamaican funerals or customs.

Awww Acrow so sorry to hear this news. I really feel bad for your hubby I know his heart is so heavy right now. How long will he be gone because from past experiences the funeral normally takes bout two weeks to happen? Some of the ladies who are actually from there can tell you if I'm right or wrong but when I was dating Roc and some of my other Jamaican friends down there when they lost love ones it was about two to three weeks before the funeral and wake actually happened. I never attended a funeral but I did attend a wake and I’m sorry to say I loved it. I came back like that is the way to go.

It started at sunset and first this band came out and started singing gospel hymns and then after that there was music playing and every one was drinking and eating. It rained and they set up a tent and kept the party going. People from ALL over came and well we left in the wee hours of the night morning and they were still going. I heard it can go till sunrise. I know money is tight so you can only do what you can do but if there is a way for you to join him just to support him that would be great too.

[SupportOAFJF 0]

They found a cyst on my ovary. It is a hemoragic (sp) cyst. It is a cyst that is filled with blood. It is benign and all is well. I gotta do another one in 6 weeks.

Awwww Luv, I am so sorry! You will be in my prayers! All will work out.

man..i'm happy ur good now!!!!

WOULD ANYONE LIKE TO BUY SOME RAFFLE TICKETS? I HAVE ONLY THE WEEKEND LEFT TO SELL WHAT I HAVE LEFT..SO BE KIND AND SUPPORT OAFJF THANK U..

Yes M'am. I will buy $10 worth. How do I get the money to you?

stubs in the mail today..much appreciated!!!

I want to thank everyone for their support, you have been very helpful in this!!! Blessings!!!

Congrat Heaven and BUnz!!!

ACROW..i am soooo sorry for ur loss..really sad, everytime i hear 50's i think of my mother..sooo sorry. Pray that God will show u the way HE wants..BLESSINGS!!

[Mrs. Palmer 5]

I have a general question and this is not necessarily related to me but how many of your spouses, SOs, etc. have no interest in obtaining a citizenship and want to just remain a permanent resident?

My husband is not really interested in obtaining citizenship. He would I'm sure if I badgered him enough, but it's not on his things he wants to do list. I work with a woman who is only a permanent resident. Been living and working here legally for well over 20 years. Has a great job here. Just finally considering citizenship. Not being a citizen hasn't hampered her from obtaining nice jobs all over the country. I said that to say this, I'm not gonna push it if there isn't a SIGNIFCANT reason for him to do so.

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

I have a general question and this is not necessarily related to me but how many of your spouses, SOs, etc. have no interest in obtaining a citizenship and want to just remain a permanent resident?

My husband is not really interested in obtaining citizenship. He would I'm sure if I badgered him enough, but it's not on his things he wants to do list. I work with a woman who is only a permanent resident. Been living and working here legally for well over 20 years. Has a great job here. Just finally considering citizenship. Not being a citizen hasn't hampered her from obtaining nice jobs all over the country. I said that to say this, I'm not gonna push it if there isn't a SIGNIFCANT reason for him to do so.

How about 45 years....some Jamaicans just don't want US citizenship...I never asked my husband about it...I guess he'll tell me if he wants to go that route.

[My4rmylife 0]

I have a general question and this is not necessarily related to me but how many of your spouses, SOs, etc. have no interest in obtaining a citizenship and want to just remain a permanent resident?

My husband is not really interested in obtaining citizenship. He would I'm sure if I badgered him enough, but it's not on his things he wants to do list. I work with a woman who is only a permanent resident. Been living and working here legally for well over 20 years. Has a great job here. Just finally considering citizenship. Not being a citizen hasn't hampered her from obtaining nice jobs all over the country. I said that to say this, I'm not gonna push it if there isn't a SIGNIFCANT reason for him to do so.

my fiance doesnt seem to be interested in citizenship either ... i know quite a few jamaican in my area who have been here for 20 plus yrs and are still permanent residents

[1luv 1]

My condolences Acrow

Congrats Heaven and Bunz

Bunz neva add me neida So nuh feel nuh way Jawi and JAE!

I have a general question and this is not necessarily related to me but how many of your spouses, SOs, etc. have no interest in obtaining a citizenship and want to just remain a permanent resident?

My husband is not really interested in obtaining citizenship. He would I'm sure if I badgered him enough, but it's not on his things he wants to do list. I work with a woman who is only a permanent resident. Been living and working here legally for well over 20 years. Has a great job here. Just finally considering citizenship. Not being a citizen hasn't hampered her from obtaining nice jobs all over the country. I said that to say this, I'm not gonna push it if there isn't a SIGNIFCANT reason for him to do so.

How about 45 years....some Jamaicans just don't want US citizenship...I never asked my husband about it...I guess he'll tell me if he wants to go that route.

My mom has been in Canada for 32 years and still NOT a Canadian citizen.

[phillyfashionista 8]

funniest ting, mi have an ex a gi weh...mi try palm him awf pan two a mi fren, one seh him too ugly, di nex one him seh too crazy :rofl:

he has a Lexus SUV, a nice house his own business...6ft tall...but he's a serial cheater...any takers?

nuh.. dat not enough swag to put up wid dat, give me a millianaire tho and i be like shawny o'neal.. do di dyam ting hubby, ca me a guh do mine TUH!!!

LMAO @ Quanna I know thats right!

LOL JAp @ that Booger smiley!

Hey Yardies !! I had a pretty nerve racking day i had my first MAJOR nursing test in human physiology today ! i feel confident that i did well so we'll see..i studied my rass off so i hope i passed ! but i just got some good news awhile ago..i called NVC they said they sent the case to Kingston last friday..so i'm like in shock right now..last time i called was last wed and they said it was still processing....so i'm super happy right now ! ; ).. one step closer to being wit my boo !

Hey Heaven Scent congrats on your case being sent to Kingston you are on your way girl!

I know you pulled an A on that test nuh worry yuh self

[phillyfashionista 8]

I have a general question and this is not necessarily related to me but how many of your spouses, SOs, etc. have no interest in obtaining a citizenship and want to just remain a permanent resident?

I asked Hubby this last night and he said he wanted to become a Citizen when he is eligible because this is where our babies will be born and raised (L)

[SupportOAFJF 0]

I say badger them to get citizenship..God forbid they are in the wrong place at the wrong time and end up i a bad situation...here comes the possibility of deportation..and what are u left with at that point? just think about it guys...

[phillyfashionista 8]

congrats heaven

princess i'm really hoping you can get your interview for nov

we just have to elevate our faith and accept its happening on God's time not ours

i am coming to terms with that myself

so i finally get the aos bill and the DS3032 in my email

another small victory

Bunz you are so right it all happens in God's time and all we can do is have faith! I am prying for a quick interview date for you girl. I would love to see you during the holiday but more than anything I want you to be here in the states wid yuh man! Canal Street here we come

[phillyfashionista 8]

Hi everyone.

I am very sad because my husband found out this morning that his mother passed away. He is on a plane right now on his way back to Jamaica. The saddest part about it is that he had a ticket to go down for a week on monday. He was just five days short of seeing his mother one last time.

She had been sick with headaches and dizzy spells, but nobody thought she was on her deathbed. She was only 51 years old. I still don't know what she died from.

So, my question is...what should I do? I want to go down and be there for him, but the money just isn't there. I don't have any experience with Jamaican funerals or customs.

Acrow I am sending my condolences that is so tragic she passed at the age of 51. I know it must be so hard for your to not be there by his side but he understands $ is an issue, your family is in my prayers....