Jamaican waterfront hospital desperate for supplies following Hurricane Melissa

As Hurricane Melissa roared through Jamaica on October 28, 2025, as a ferocious Category 5 storm, it left a trail of destruction across the western coast—claiming 32 lives in Jamaica alone and displacing over 1.5 million people. Nowhere was the impact more heartbreaking than in the tight-knit community of Falmouth, near the sun-kissed shores of Burwood Beach, where I've spent countless days chasing waves for kiteboarding. This isn't just a headline to me; it's the resilient faces of friends and locals I've come to know, now grappling with flooded homes, shattered infrastructure, and a healthcare system on the brink.
At the heart of the crisis is Falmouth's waterfront hospital, a vital lifeline for the Cooper Pen community and surrounding areas. Severely damaged by storm surges and high winds, the facility is desperately short on critical medical supplies—think antibiotics, bandages, sterile gloves, and emergency IV fluids. With power outages lingering and roads still impassable, even basic care feels like a luxury. I've already sent a small donation to trusted on-the-ground partners to kickstart relief, but this is just the beginning. We're talking real, boots-on-the-ground impact: good-hearted folks in Cooper Pen are organizing supply drives and clearing debris by hand, but they need our global support to rebuild stronger.
Watch this latest video for a raw look at the damage: Jamaican Waterfront Hospital Desperate for Supplies Following Hurricane Melissa. It captures the urgency and the unbreakable spirit of Falmouth—hit play and see why we can't look away.
I'm committed to channeling more resources their way and sharing actionable ways you can help: from direct donations via verified relief orgs like the Red Cross Jamaica or local GoFundMe campaigns, to amplifying these stories on social media. Stay tuned for my next posts with insider updates on Cooper Pen recovery efforts, kiteboarding spots that doubled as evacuation zones, and how tourism can ethically rebound to aid long-term healing.
If you're moved by this, drop a comment below with your thoughts, share this post, and consider chipping in—even $10 goes far. Together, we can turn the tide for Falmouth. What's one way you'll support Jamaica's comeback today? Let's flood the comments with hope.

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Jamaica Home For Sale Readymade Business 4 U

 

Buddy Huggins

Readymade Business 4 U - Jamaica Home For Sale
Start making money today!
Location: East of Breezes (Starfish) Trelawny
2 ½ Acres; 187ft white sand beach
Main house - 3 bedrooms 4 bathrooms, covered patios, study, separate
living/dining, verandahs;
Other buildings- 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, living, dining;
40x20 swimming pool, outdoor jacuzzi with gazzebo , tennis court with 2 bedroom
staff quarters.

Description

Beach Cottage is a 4 bedroom cottage with it's own kitchen, dining room and living room located on Jamaica's beautiful North Coast. It is about 5 minutes drive from the annual Jazz and Blues Festival held in Trelawny, 10 minutes drive from Falmouth, about 40 minutes drive from Montego Bay, and about 1 hour's drive from Ocho Rios.

The vibe at Beach Cottage is a very laid back one, we want you to feel like a beach bum. Waste your days sunning yourself, and wash off your worries in the clear Caribbean water. If you feel like some exercise, wake up early and go snorkelling at the reef at the end of the bay, or try out a wind/kite surfing lesson at the property next door. If you can't swim but would still like to see the reef, we can get Alfred to take you out on his fishing errrr "boat" - 6am departure! Don't forget you can also work up a sweat on the tennis court - no need to bring balls or racquets since we have a few spare ones.

General Information

Included: en-suite room which sleeps 2, hot water, AC, fans, pool, TV, washing machine, tennis court, outdoor BBQ, cook.

Optional: maid, internet, local mobile phone.

Airport pick-up can be arranged if requested but will attract a separate cost. Support Me Here At This Link

https://www.paypal.me/BuddyHuggins

#kiteboarding #kitesurfing #windsurfing

http://www.jamaicasportsvacations.com/

WELCOME TO JAMAICA WAY WATERSPORTS
Your complete stop for island water sports vacation getaways.
JWW can handle your vacationing needs, all at great prices.
Welcome to your next vacation - Welcome to Jamaica Way Watersports
For more information call us directly at
876-594-7562 between 10am and 8pm EST.

http://www.jamaicasportsvacations.com/





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Jamaica Way Watersports Vacation! ACCOMMODATIONS

OUR BLUE HOUSE

"Our Blue House" is a ten minute walk to beautiful Burwood Beach. Car transportation is available if you prefer.

Our Blue House has ground level access to two comfortable bedrooms with private baths and a share kitchen for cooking, or a bedroom in the owners living quarters with private entrance, shared bathroom and access to the kitchen for meal preparation.

Each ground level bedroom is outfitted for double occupancy at a rate of $55.00 per room per night ($5.00 extra per night for 3rd person in the room).

The private entrance bedroom in the owner's area is double occupancy at a rate of $45.00 per night.

      

MUTINY COTTAGE

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Mutiny Cottage, is a four-bedroom cottage on the soft, white sands of Burwood Beach. The owner of the cottage lives in an adjacent house. This is THE MOST ECONOMICAL PLACE to stay on the beaches of Jamaica. It has a private living room and kitchen and an outdoor sun heated Jacuzzi. You could choose to pay for you own cook and maid (grocery cost additional) or shop at the "bend down" market in Falmouth for the islands bounty of fruits and vegetables. Each room has two twin beds. This is a very private getaway spot on the beach inclusive of swimming pool and tennis court!

Mutiny Cottage is located in Falmouth Jamaica. Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, and Scuba Diving are available only a short walk away at our Beach service location. Check for the rates of these activities on the sports pages of this web site.

MUTINY COTTAGE RATES

• $135 per night per person
• One room $945 per week
• Two rooms $1750 per week
• Three rooms $2650 per week
• Four rooms $3450 per week

Airport transfer is included in the room rate. Rates subject to change without notice.

WELCOME TO JAMAICA WAY WATERSPORTS

Your complete stop for island water sports vacation getaways.

JWW can handle your vacationing needs, all at great prices.

Welcome to your next vacation - Welcome to Jamaica Way Watersports

For more information call us directly at

876-594-7562 between 10am and 8pm EST.
FOR THE BUDDY DEAL CALL: ANY TIME!
662-626-7666

http://www.jamaicasportsvacations.com/

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Jamaica Way Watersports Vacation! ACCOMMODATIONS

OUR BLUE HOUSE

"Our Blue House" is a ten minute walk to beautiful Burwood Beach. Car transportation is available if you prefer.

Our Blue House has ground level access to two comfortable bedrooms with private baths and a share kitchen for cooking, or a bedroom in the owners living quarters with private entrance, shared bathroom and access to the kitchen for meal preparation.

Each ground level bedroom is outfitted for double occupancy at a rate of $55.00 per room per night ($5.00 extra per night for 3rd person in the room).

The private entrance bedroom in the owner's area is double occupancy at a rate of $45.00 per night.

      

MUTINY COTTAGE

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Mutiny Cottage, is a four-bedroom cottage on the soft, white sands of Burwood Beach. The owner of the cottage lives in an adjacent house. This is THE MOST ECONOMICAL PLACE to stay on the beaches of Jamaica. It has a private living room and kitchen and an outdoor sun heated Jacuzzi. You could choose to pay for you own cook and maid (grocery cost additional) or shop at the "bend down" market in Falmouth for the islands bounty of fruits and vegetables. Each room has two twin beds. This is a very private getaway spot on the beach inclusive of swimming pool and tennis court!

Mutiny Cottage is located in Falmouth Jamaica. Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, and Scuba Diving are available only a short walk away at our Beach service location. Check for the rates of these activities on the sports pages of this web site.

MUTINY COTTAGE RATES

• $135 per night per person
• One room $945 per week
• Two rooms $1750 per week
• Three rooms $2650 per week
• Four rooms $3450 per week

Airport transfer is included in the room rate. Rates subject to change without notice.

WELCOME TO JAMAICA WAY WATERSPORTS

Your complete stop for island water sports vacation getaways.

JWW can handle your vacationing needs, all at great prices.

Welcome to your next vacation - Welcome to Jamaica Way Watersports

For more information call us directly at

876-594-7562 between 10am and 8pm EST.

http://www.jamaicasportsvacations.com/

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Eating The Sun Sungazing How It Works - with Buddy Huggins

Eating The Sun Sungazing How It Works - with Buddy Huggins
Paddleboarding For Kids at Mutiny Beach Cottage, Jamaica

  Kiteboarding / Kitesurfing / Paddleboarding Yoga / Paddleboarding

To Book Call: Kimberley Jaeger (978) 468-9696
http://buddyhuggins.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/IAmBuddyTheBuddhaFromMississippi

http://www.in5d.com/sun-gazing.html

PLEASE NOTE: This sungazing information is for educational purposes only. We do not recommend sungazing to anyone. If you are considering sun gazing, please research this as much as possible.

Sun gazing. Sounds crazy doesn’t it? Doctor’s warn you about how dangerous the sun is, and how harmful it can be to your health. They recommend we wear sun screens, and shades, and limit our exposure. People complain about skin cancer, sun damage, and sun blindness, and yet all of these things have little to do really, with the sun.

Studies have shown that exposure to sunshine aids the healing of melanoma, and non-hodgkin’s lymphoma. Research indicates it could be an aid in other cancers also. It seems that vitamin D directly from the sun, is an excellent healing agent.

To Book Call: Kimberley Jaeger (978) 468-9696
http://buddyhuggins.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/IAmBuddyTheBuddhaFromMississippi

Mutiny Beach Cottage, Jamaica - A New Dream -
Sun Gazing How It Works

About
A self-catering cottage on a pristine private beach.

Description
Mutiny is a 4 bedroom cottage with it's own kitchen, dining room and living room located on Jamaica's beautiful North Coast. It is about 5 minutes drive from the annual Jazz and Blues Festival held in Trelawny, 10 minutes drive from Falmouth, about 40 minutes drive from Montego Bay, and about 1 hour's drive from Ocho Rios.

The vibe at Mutiny is a very laid back one, we want you to feel like a beach bum. Waste your days sunning yourself, and wash off your worries in the clear Caribbean water. If you feel like some exercise, wake up early and go snorkelling at the reef at the end of the bay, or try out a wind/kite surfing lesson at the property next door. If you can't swim but would still like to see the reef, we can get Alfred to take you out on his fishing errrr "boat" - 6am departure! Don't forget you can also work up a sweat on the tennis court - no need to bring balls or racquets since we have a few spare ones.

General Information
Included: en-suite room which sleeps 2, hot water, AC, fans, pool, TV, washing machine, tennis court, outdoor BBQ, cook.

Optional: maid, internet, local mobile phone.

Airport pick-up can be arranged if requested but will attract a separate cost.

Eat the Sun - part of the New York United Film Festival

From a media release - sounds crazy, and yet so very intriguing... 

Eat the Sun
Screening in New York as part of the New York United Film Festival
Produced & directed by Peter Sorcher

Is it possible to stare directly into the sun and not eat food? Meet Mason.

Eat The Sun is a feature length documentary that focuses on a young man’s journey into the little known world of sungazing -- an ancient practice of looking directly at the sun for long periods of time.

San Francisco, CA 2004: A flyer at school advertising a lecture by an elderly Indian gentleman sparks the imagination of a young man named Mason. The flyer reads: “You can become solar powered.” It also states that the Indian man giving the lecture, who goes by the acronym HRM, has not eaten in over 8 years, a direct result of sungazing.

Intrigued, Mason begins this simple practice along with a few other classmates.

Everyday, in accordance with HRM’s protocol, they stand barefooted on the bare earth looking directly into the sun and every day they add 10 seconds to their sungazing time.

The goal, according to HRM, is to reach 44 consecutive minutes of looking directly at the sun -- which could take 9 to 12 months to achieve -- at which time one would be “fully charged”, meaning not only cured of all mental and physical ailments but also now without the desire or need to eat food.

In many ancient civilizations -- from the Incas and Aztecs to the Greeks and Egyptians - this practice was exclusive to only the high priests and forbidden for ‘ordinary’ people.

Today, with the help of the Internet, this revived practice is gathering global momentum.

Modern day sungazers claim a multitude of health benefits including better eyesight, enhanced vitality, weight loss and, in some more profound cases, a complete loss of the desire and need to eat food. The main theory of how this is possible focuses on the stimulation of the pineal gland from direct sunlight entering the brain via the eye – the only external expression of the brain - and traveling along the retinal-hypothalamic tract.

(The pineal, once believed to have no function, is now considered a master gland, controlling the secretion of melatonin and serotonin). Brain scans of HRM, age 70, reveal a pineal gland 3 times the size of a normal man, despite his advanced age when the pineal tends to shrink. (Additionally, HRM was part of a 411-day medical study during which time he did not eat).

Mason soon discovers that this journey is going to be a lonely one, as society seems to revolve around food; family gatherings, social functions and dating all center on eating.

But as his sungazing time increases so do the positive effects. As a former Olympic hopeful in ski jumping and cross-country skiing, Mason has experienced both physical and mental strengthening and he finds that sungazing is far more potent than anything he has felt before. On the downside, he is alienating himself from society; his girlfriend breaks up with him because of his obsession with sungazing, and others, including his family, are put off by his new zealousness.

When Mason approaches 40 minutes of sungazing his desire to eat fades. His conflicts are socially and culturally driven and counter to what he is actually feeling. The only reason he eats anything at all is because of social expectations and some self-doubt.

Can this really be happening? Is it possible?

Mason’s loneliness and curiosity fuel his desire to meet other people who look at the sun - other than a 70 year old Indian man - in hopes that they can share their stories and experiences so he can better understand this phenomena. Eat The Sun follows Mason on a cross country tour that links him with a variety of colorful sungazers: a Hollywood lawyer, a practicing Mormon with 5 kids, a religious group that believes Jesus was a sungazer and even a sungazing ophthalmologist -- some of whom have been sungazing for over 20 years. Interspersed with Mason’s journey are interviews with scientists and doctors.

Mason’s confusion builds as he navigates through this subculture of sungazing. His story culminates in his final decision to continue and finish HRM’s 44 minute protocol. Will Mason succeed? What will happen when he reaches 44 minutes of staring directly into the sun? Has HRM been truthful? Is it really possible to live without eating?

Eat The Sun is the story of one man’s struggle to uncover the truth and, ultimately, reveals the power of the mind.

DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT

I met Mason Dwinell, our main character, shortly after I moved to the San Francisco in 2001, through mutual friends. I was drawn to his natural inquisitiveness and was curious about what he was doing. "You're looking directly at the sun and this will lead to a life without eating food?" Welcome to San Francisco.

I immediately had two thoughts: The first was that he was crazy and the second was that there might be a film idea in this. After another encounter with Mason some 6 months later, he was even more excited about sungazing and the positive affects he was feeling from it. I was further intrigued not only with Mason's continued enthusiasm but also the corroboration of many of the affects of the sungazing by his classmates.

After viewing some test footage I shot of them, I was hooked.

Initial research didn’t yield much until Vinny Pinto, one of our characters in the film, started the first sungazing website and Yahoo! list group. Vinny has been a sungazer since the early ‘80s, and it was through his web group that I found many of the characters in the film. The project gained traction as I decided to follow Mason on his journey into this unexplored and burgeoning sub-culture. With a crew of 3, we took to the road in Mason’s van, meeting a variety of sungazers and self-professed non-eaters, as well as scientists and doctors to try to find out some truths about this supposedly ancient practice.

My curiosity grew the more we learned – about both sungazing and sunlight.

Between the sensations that Mason was reporting and all of the information that we received from other sungazers and some scientists, it was hard not to concede that something was happening, whether real or imagined. How else could Mason not only survive but feel good after a month of not eating, the first 8 days without any fluids?

Our three-act structure is filled with the human drama that surfaced, and our quest uncovered an Internet landscape of thousands of sungazers all over the world, some who ultimately challenged our deepest held beliefs. And it was belief that became the central idea in the film. The sort of people who engaged in sungazing wanted to believe.

The fact that the practice was simple and, at least according to HRM’s protocol, finite seemed designed to appeal to modern culture’s affinity for the quick and easy.

Through Mason’s internal struggles, HRM’s widening influence, and meeting people who claimed extraordinary experiences, I became convinced that there was indeed a story to tell.

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