Why I Left Jamaica Keeping It Real

Country White Jamaican otherwise known as Miss Mel, tells the story of what caused her and her family to leave Jamaica. This is not Miss Mel's usual style of video because normally she talks about the happier memories and the fun side of living in Jamaica for over fifty years.
This time she is asking you to bear with her as she shares this emotional story as a part of her healing process.
Mel: I love and appreciate all my viewers in and out of Jamaica. Jamaicans find each other wherever we are and support each other. We are FAMBILY!
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[@patriciajordan1845]

That’s awful situation. I am American but I love Jamaica. I was able to stay there for four months and I found so much peace there I didn’t want to leave. I thank God that he kept me safe while I was there. It is a beautiful place. It’s sad to have to go through that. ☹️Thank God no one was physically hurt.

[@mdl9096]

So what do you think about the 300 mass murders including shooting of babies in schools in America from January 2023? What do you think about the storming of the Capitol and killing of security forces? What do you think of mass murders in Synagogues, churches, and killing of black people in America because of the color of their skin? What do you think of criminals going into homes of members of Parliament and celebrities and the general public and killing them? By no means do I condone the criminality that was done to her, but Jamaica is not the worst place on earth. In spite of the challenges of criminality, there are still good people in Jamaica who are living happily there.

[@sheldonduncan1551]

This is the journey of life. You were born in Jamaica and lived there for the season appointed to you, and now you have an appointment for life in Canada. There are greater forces at work in our lives that what we experience with our five senses. Blessings and always remember who you are. Jamaicans a yard and Jamaicans abroad, a so de ting go!

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

True ting! 👍

[@marjoriecole3613]

Thank God that you and your family and the lady working with you did not get hurt physically. However emotionally and mentally that is the hardest part to heal. I pray that God will continue to be with you all. Please keep the stories coming. I really appreciate and enjoy them all. God bless.

[@r.a.collins5686]

Hello, Ms. CWJ. Thanks for sharing with us your audience, the heartbreaking story of leaving home. I can feel the sadness within you. So many a Jamaican has emigrated because of violence. And, so it was for my family also. Nothing as close and personal as your experience though. I’m glad you followed your gut instinct instead. Thanks again for sharing, CWJ.

[@tishainnis]

Far too many Jamaicans leave Jamaica for that same reason. I’m so sorry to hear that happened to you and your family. It’s only GOD that can protect us!

[@Noneofyourbizniz1]

So true.

[@rtee4086]

Tisha Innis, Only God can protect us ? Which God ? The same God who allows these evil things to occur? If you mean The Christian God, Well, he's impotent. Or he does Exist.

[@rtee4086]

he does not exist, except in the Believers imagination.

[@keneilrichards3014]

​​@@rtee4086let's look at it this way hmm i am one of those who follow the christian God and to be one you first have to hear and believe then repent and be baptized then he himself has to fill you with himself then you become a member of the body of christ what being filled is like its like being electricuted suddenly but it dose not hurt it is the best felling youll ever have but the you will and must speak in another language a dead one ancient or one that exists today by the spirit he takes you over and fill you with himself he then stays inside you snd you know it you feel it you feel hightened you feel stronger people . Anyway it's your life if you think that of him wait until the curtain closes what will you think then🤣

[@keneilrichards3014]

Only God can change 5he entire situation once you look as if you have a little money they'll come to Rob you here in Jamaica but I'm not leaving I do like Canada interms of a place to live but I 0refery own country they went into a relatives house just the other day and had her and her husband at gunpoint as they were about to go to bed it's why folk should at least ensure they lock up right. me and my God vs them I say I'm not afraid to die nor will I allow those dirty rats to cause me to be afraid 😅

[@victoryho-sangtv]

Thanks for sharing your story...Sorry this happened but I'm glad you all survived.

[@annp9206]

Thank you for sharing ur story! I am glad that u and your family are ok! God is good! Love your channel so, plz keep ur stories coming! ❤️🙏

[@natalieseow9895]

Oh my Aunty Mel, I'm sorry to hear this I never knew why you all left. Glad to see you on KZbin and doing well!! Xoxo

[@joycechambers4646]

I can imagine how you feel,but thank GOD,everyone came out safe and I'm glad you made the right decision

[@lemorjohnston5006]

Heart wrenching, sigh. Many of us don't like going back because of too many instances like yours. Blessings to you always young lady.

[@deneisefrancis8004]

Thank you for sharing.🙏🏾🇯🇲

[@pheonamae383]

I am so sorry this happened to you and your family. So many hard working, good people leave the island because of these wicked criminals.

[@jacspratt1786]

There are wicked people ALL over the world. Crime is NOT restricted to Jamaica

[@Dommice1]

@@jacspratt1786 no but it's a very small country with a very high crime rate

[@kfreckle5453]

​@@jacspratt1786even if crime is all over the world, there is no way Jamaica should have this high crime rate.

[@FredoSantana90]

What a terrifying experience I appreciate you sharing this with us and I’m sorry this happened to you and your family. I am so glad your husband was safe because at many times throughout this story I thought something was about to happen to him! God bless you all 🙏🏾❤️

[@normacoote9856]

Me too. I thought he got killed. Thank God!!!!!!

[@leonaflorent2871]

Jamaica is not the best country in the world sorry.

[@happydays9613]

​@@leonaflorent2871 nor is anywhere else.

[@jacspratt1786]

@@leonaflorent2871 I think if you do your research you will find there is a lot more crime in Europe and America!!

[@youhgv2010]

And the same thing happened to them and any other country Canada United States the UK

[@1Karla.]

I see the pain in your face and hear it in your voice. As a fellow Jamaican, I'm so sorry you guys experienced this. I can't imagine what that must have felt like. How's the lady now? Assuming you've kept in touch.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

We have and she is fine! So releived she was not harmed!!!!

[@MunchieAGoogleUser]

Thank you so much for sharing.

[@davebird3657]

Thanks so much for sharing this very personal story. You bring the heart of Jamaica with you and make it so we can get a little taste of it too. Hugs

[@joanneajetunmobi6874]

Thanks for sharing. I’m so sorry you went through that trauma but I’m so glad you were all safe. Non of you were hurt , or even worse, killed. Glad you are keeping your love of Jamaica alive. It’s such a pity that crime is ruining the experience for everyone

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I had such an amazing 2 week trip there last month. Did a lot of videos about the experience. They are on my channel. I ❤️ 🇯🇲 bad lol

[@HeleneThituson]

This is so hard to watch. I feel your pain, and it's tearing me up inside too! Thinking about how much time has passed, and all the things that have happened since you left. I miss your home country too and the farm.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@Helene Thituson I know, a LOT of water under the bridge. Grateful to have lived my life there, to have raised my children there and for all the memories. I am ready to visit!

[@NATUREMAN360]

Lovely story and very sad. Thanks for sharing and be strong.

[@wellmaxi68]

Am so glad that you told your story, it's so sad that you work so hard and people want to come and take it😞, it's nice to know that you and your family are ok, God bless always🙏🙏

[@ladydene]

I’m so sorry what happened to you, your family and the lady that worked for you. Glad everyone is physically well.

[@RolXDale]

Thank you for sharing this tough experience with us, we need to shed the truth about how unsafe the country is , and the powers that be need to address our country’s situation with urgency

[@isabellewhite3505]

OMG, I kept thinking/ hoping that no one was injured or worse!!!! Thank goodness! Your intiuition was correct and you followed it. Phew!!! Wishing you and your family best wishes in Canada

[@sharonashley2470]

Love ur story and it's painful but it's also healing for you. Keep the stories coming.🙏

[@besentabradford3127]

Thanks for sharing I’m crying with you I am a Jamaican By birth living in 🇨🇦, I thank God for the memory of growing up in Jamaica and wishing that after so many years living abroad I would love to go to Jamaica and enjoy my motherland but because of the crime I am unable to give back to my own country of birth it’s a shame it’s a total shame may God have mercy and deliver Jamaica from this infestation of crime and violence I pray I live to see it in Jesus name take care of yourself be blessed you and your family.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I hope that in some small way, my positive stories about Jamaica give back to her in some way. I know exactly how you fee @besenta bradford !

[@besentabradford3127]

We have land and Jamaica family land we started to build a house there but we stopped waste of money if you cannot go there and live even for a short while without being targeted by people who refuse to work; living in the cold and working 3 and 4, jobs, sometimes is no picnic going home to Jamaica for me it’s a dream at this time, Jamaica is one of the most beautifulst island in the Caribbean that is no doubt magnificent place I pray and return back to its glory days when Jamaican take care of each other Jamaicans used to take care of each other that’s a Jamaican I know the Jamaican I see on the news here about from family living on the island is not the Jamaican I want to know praying for Jamaica I am praying for the country of my birth I might not be able to claim a coconut tree like I used to but I pray one day I can sit underneath one and enjoy a jelly coconut without fear

[@normacoote9856]

@@besentabradford3127 you can sit and drink coconut water. I refuse to build anything there, but I visit always. I go to the hotels. Sorry, everything for me is Inclusive. Just returned…

[@JAMUSA2018]

Millions of us living in the diaspora feels the very same. We came to America, Canada,England or wherever we finds ourselves to make a better life for ourselves and family with the hope of one day retiring back home to warm weather to live out the rest of our days but it will not happen for most of us because of this rampant crime that is everywhere. I had a coworker for over 22 yrs at my job and she left recently to go back to Ghana where she's from and she said in Ghana murders is almost unheard of. Not like we have in Jamaica where it's a lifestyle to just kill someone who "diss" you.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Wow!

[@floydosmith]

Such stories are far too common - and it’s just so heartbreaking. Wishing you and your family all the best - and hope that we can all cherish the memories. Enjoy Canada - and your family!

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Thank you so much @Floyd 💓

[@markwedderburn9381]

So sorry about what happened to you. I still live in Jamaica and love it our country dearly but totally understand why you had to leave. May God bless yourself and your family.

[@ChosenLove7]

Such a sad story, God is Good indeed...thank you for Sharing. All the very best to you and your loved ones.

[@lucygayle9052]

Your story is very moving and touching.. such a pity you had to leave beautiful Jamaica to live abroad. I can truly relate (different circumstances) with you. I left Jamaica when I was 8 years old, visited several times since. Jamaica is imprinted in my heart although I've lived in UK for 55 years Jamaica is my home and always will be. I feel your love and devotion for Jamaica. I absolutely loved your family home back out there it was so beautiful with breathtaking views... no wonder you miss it. Love your channel and your stories too.😊🎉

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Thank you 😊 💓

[@garyrange2846]

I had a similar experience in 1980 in Spanish Town, but the crime situation since then has escalated beyond belief.

[@danilaroche1156]

My family is Jamaican. I've visited a few times in the 80s but there was little crime. It saddens me to hear this. You know there's a great deal of witchcraft in JA. I think this has alot to do with crime rate escalating.

[@Bornjamerican24]

Spanish Town is very bad

[@danilaroche1156]

@@Bornjamerican24 Lots of witchcraft there in JA. Ya na see it? I can, however cook up a delicious akee & salt fish.

[@nerdknowledgeunlimited6023]

Thanks for sharing your story.I share your sentiments. I'm glad that you and your family are in a safer place. Your channel will continue to grow because your videos are educational.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

So appreciate your support and encouragement my friend 😊

[@leliethburnett3746]

Thanks for sharing. I was born there. I agree . It is such a beautiful country. It breaks my heart to think about the crimes that are happening there. I am happy that you and your family are now safe.

[@richardmcgrath7959]

Four out of seven members of my immediate family have had first-hand encounters with gunmen in St. Andrew. My niece also faced a gunman in Mo Bay. So glad they weren't shot. It has gotten to the point where I no longer allow myself to miss the beauty of Jamaica too much. And for now, Alberta is home.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

So hard Richard...it's awful

[@Kukutv20]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican I’m happy that you and your family are safe!

[@Bornjamerican24]

One of my best friends got robbed and murdered there....😢

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@Bornjamerican24 🥲 so very sorry to hear this

[@DavidJames-sq1ec]

As a Jamaican living in the USA my heart goes out to you for that horrible experience sad that you have to leave that way I’m glad your family didn’t get hurt..

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

We are grateful 🙏

[@thejam55]

Blessings Miss Mel...sorry to hear about your horrific experience

[@danroydsbarbadostravelvlog3057]

Thanks for sharing. Thank God youre still alive

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Always! yesss so grateful !!!

[@shinnelleogilvie9463]

I’m so sorry that happened. The violence in jamaica is so heartbreaking

[@bigbanknewyork3655]

Any place on the planet that's over 60% black.

[@G11713]

@@bigbanknewyork3655 Isn't there violence in Ukraine, Russia, Germany, France, China, UK, Ireland, Japan, etc. Don't other places have organized crime and gangs?

[@bigbanknewyork3655]

@G11713 nobody on the planet would live in any African nation over France or Japan. Nice try.

[@alfiwi1259]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I am sure it wasn't easy. I think a lot of Jamaican leave because of this crime and violence. You will work hard to own things, but some people want to come and take it away even ones life. Love you. And we love 🇯🇲 too.

[@tamarakolbl5634]

So sorry to hear about what happened. Jamaica is a beautiful country in many ways so I can understand your love for it.

[@vince6252]

So sorry to hear this happened to you and family! Unfortunately, I've heard lots of stories like this in a different country, South Africa, where I'm from. Very happy to be living in the UK now, but I do miss some things about South Africa.

[@kenthgreen2249]

Hi I’m happy that your safe god bless 👍🏽🇯🇲👍🏽

[@gabirohwedder1688]

I can imagine how scared you and your family must have been. Leaving Jamaica is hard but sometimes we have to make changes in our lives. I miss Jamaica so much. Greetings from germaican experience 😘

[@michaelab5924]

Why did YOU leave Jamaica?

[@gabirohwedder1688]

@@michaelab5924 The main reason was my two girls , they wanted to go to university and study. And here in Germany it's much more affordable to do so.

[@elgranjero2284]

@@gabirohwedder1688 Big Up Gabi. I always watch your vlog with you and Chrissy.🙏

[@gabirohwedder1688]

@@elgranjero2284 Hello Lloyd big up yourself too. And I really appreciate you watching our videos. Nuff respect.

[@georgesadler7830]

Thank you for the video.

[@phillip4391]

Thanks for sharing, sorry to hear about the bad experience

[@kerrywilliams2985]

The safety and security of your family is important. You did the right thing. Happy you and your family are safe in Canada.

[@susiewarmington2719]

I'm so glad that you and your family and your brave Helper made it through that horror! I miss Jamaica so badly and do have regrets living in the USA. I live in New Orleans and have found it to be unsafe and frightening as well. I came here to the USA to sing and be a performing artist and have had my successes, but always think I would have been better off at home as my siblings have always done well there while I have had more struggles. Now I see quite a few Americans moving to Jamaica and buying property and it makes my heart ache even more.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I visited NOLA with my eldest daughter in August 2018. We had a wonderful time but I could see that there would be a feeling of not being safe. Glad to hear you have tasted success in your singing career. Honestly once Jamaica is in your heart it cyah leff!

[@whoahna8438]

Your heart aches because Americans are now moving to Jamaica and buying property but Jamaicans have been coming to America in drives for over 100s years, talk about cheeky! If you feel New Orleans is unsafe and you've been successful then mek you go a Kingston and leff we beloved Crescent City fi we

[@whoahna8438]

​@@CountryWhiteJamaican Mo konten to passé in bon temp à NOLA. Come back anytime mô shè

[@susiewarmington2719]

@@whoahna8438 What is cheeky? My feelings? My opinions? What a strange comment. I've visited many different cities of the USA and like most cities that I have travelled to in America they all have very unsafe areas. Bad things happen everywhere...In Jamaica and everywhere else including New Orleans. I have property in Jamaica so when I speak of my heart aches about Americans moving to Jamaica it is through the context of my homesickness not from resentment. Americans have been moving to Jamaica for years and some of them are my friends. As to Jamaicans moving to America for hundreds of years that must have been on slave ships because that's how my ancestors got to Jamaica. I made my comment because I am homesick and you are taking my comment out of context. Either you must have been drinking when you made your ridiculous statement or you are one of dem "see har an nuh like har" people...Or most likely both...And not brave enough to put your real name...whoanah indeed...

[@susiewarmington2719]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican Yes, there are tons of things to do in NOLA and I think of it as a little New York. I so enjoyed your video with your trip back home as well. Hope to get home soon myself.

[@johnm84]

Also sorry to hear what happened to you and your family. It's terrible. I am also happy that you and your family are safe now.

[@glenmcdaniel]

So sorry for your experience. You did the right thing.Thank God you listened to your intuition.

[@ervinwilliams625]

I accidentally bumped into your channel this morning and saw you showing your beautiful property it is Stunningly gorgeous I also saw the emotion it evoked on your face I knew it had to be something like this that caused your family to give up that property I my self a born Jamaican living in the United States now for 41 years came as a teenager and love Jamaica beyond imagination and is struggling with the idea of moving back after retirement your story gives me every reason I need to say no way I only wish your husband had got even one of them sorry you and your family had to go through that experience but keep loving Jamaica continue to be proud of your Jamaican heritage your fans love you and your beautiful family I will continue watching you as a new subscriber

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

This really blessed me. Thank you for your very kind words and a warm welcome to my channel my new friend! I am about to release my 60th video :) I couldn't have come this far without the support of my good friends like you and all my subscribers new and "old". BIG UP! One love!

[@izodman]

This is sad to leave the land you love for safety but when your instinct tells you to make that decision, sometimes you have to do whats your heart tells you. I enjoy your videos and as a fellow Jamaican myself, I concur, I miss the food, the culture, the clean air....so many to count off. I take Jamaica, Land That We Love abroad and radiate it through my personality and memory.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

💯 👍 agree with you my friend. JAMAICA is who we are 🇯🇲 ❤️

[@clloydmathison995]

Hello Miss CWJ that is a harrowing story and thanks for sharing, it has put things in context for me. That had to be nightmarish experience that is indelibly etched in the mind. I am glad that no physical harm befell your family and your helper, but the emotional scar will always be there. Walk good and take care CWJ. 👍🌷

[@InvernessFlorida2023]

I’m so sorry you experienced this , I can tell you love Jamaica 🇯🇲… keep praying for them

[@jenniferduncan4490]

Hey Yardie sista, sad story but it’s the stark reality of what is seriously happening now and keeping a lot of our country men and women from returning home. I’m so glad everyone involved is safe, I can certainly understand your emotions right now.Talking about life experiences often times helps us to heal emotionally , I hope today by sharing your story the process of healing has started. As for those criminals,although it’s been a while,I know by now them “goose cook” for time must certainly catch up on them and god is always in control, he was there with your family that day throughout your ordeal and he’s with you today and until the end of time.God blessed you and your family, have a blessed day and stay warm.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@Jennifer I have NO doubt GOD was and is with us! He protected us for sure!!

[@davidlue4029]

I’m one of the one who was thinking of retiring down there..now my mind changed.. and if a lot of retirees changed mind, it’s really gonna hurt economy

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

😔 there are good and bad elements everywhere! I hope you make a decision that will bring you 😊 happiness.

[@davidlue4029]

No sah, after hearing your experience, I can’t follow my heart..that might get me killed. How on earth your house upon the hill in st Ann’s where u would think is so peaceful 4 robbers went up there to rob u and came back for revenge..

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

It was a cash for gold ring, popped up out of nowhere and then because my husband ran them, they returned for revenge. Sad, and random!

[@ransford8807]

understood fully, I am I'm solidarity with you, I my self left jamaica 24 years ago leaving behind a business and friends and family and like you my heart bleeds for jamaica. l wish I could move back but I cant.

[@dorehb7679]

I’m soooo happy u all ok. Sad indeed. We haven’t gone in 2yrs because of corona but hopefully this year. U mek mi cry. 😞

[@514relaxmode]

Oh my gosh, Mel, glad U made it out safely! Blessingz, Sis!

[@theindiegameenthusiast1315]

New huge fan and Canadian. This is very disheartening to me but really important to have heard...I've been in love with the country since I first came to Jamaica 5 years ago. Fell in love the first step off the plane and have come back every year. I'm leaving again for two weeks in April and have been trying to find a way to make Jamaica a home (for at least 4 months a year). I'm conflicted because I still want to make the move even after watching this but hearing your story is really tough.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Welcome!! Happy to have you here 🇯🇲 JA is so beautiful in many ways. I do understand why you would want to make it home especially in the colder months here. Where in the island were you hoping to stay? I lived there all my life but noticed these types of issues were becoming somewhat more random and frequent. I left Jamaica 7 years ago almost.

[@theindiegameenthusiast1315]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican thanks for the reply! I've been to several places on the island but was thinking about Negril or Ochi as a place to try a longer term stay.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@@theindiegameenthusiast1315 my kids went to school in Ochie when they were younger. I lived in the hills above like 40 mins away. Keep me posted. I can't say what it is like now but I do plan to visit this year all things going to plan.

[@bigyardstyle00]

Do not do it. You will live like a prisoner there, not worth it. You will live in constant fear of violent crime. Jamaica is number 1 in the world with per capita murders, and number 6 with rape. It’s a backwards, violent uncivilized place.

[@janinafisher101]

I am sure you must have though many a time how lucky you were to have changed your tickets. The outcome could have been very different. A very sad story about the lawlessness and violent mentality that exists in some Jamaicans. So many of us would still be there if not for this sad state of affairs. It is such a physically beautiful country with amazing culture and mostly wonderful people. Thanks for sharing your story, Miss Mel.

[@selectamark]

Thanking for being so transparent with us Country White. We are here not just to share your highs but also your lows. Thank God no one was seriously hurt 🙏🏾 Do you still go back to visit? Love all your videos. No doubt you can still purchase most of your Jamaican food in Canada.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@Mark I haven't been back but I want to now. We cook all the Jamaican food all the time lol. Thank you for your support.

[@augyannafacey7616]

I’m so sorry and I’m happy you and family are safe🙏🏽❤️

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Thank you 😊

[@BORN-to-Run]

My "White" Jamaican ancestors left Jamaica over 100 years ago, and we still know about it. The reason they left has been lost to our knowledge, but my grandmother was very proud of her Jamaican roots and made it a point that we remember and honor our Jamaican heritage. Good thing you didn't come to the USA, because that's going on EVERYWHERE here. I even entertained a thought of returning to Jamaica, but it sounds like it's as bad as anywhere else. Thanks for sharing.

[@syreetawalker1479]

Jamaican roots 100 years ago? No they were slave masters from Europe.

[@markdaniels4178]

Your ancestors 100 years ago were white oppressors and Jamaica was no place for black people to be proud of in those days

[@markdaniels4178]

Well! No one asked her to come to the United States and leave America out of Jamaicas problem. It's lazy 😝 Jamaicans like you who come to the United States and benefit from what America has to offer but you claim you love Jamaica. Lol! Many of you same Jamaicans come to Canada and the United States and you insinuate crimes and you terrorize your own Jamaican people and you want to blame Americans for your savage behavior. Well, if you don't like the United States then go back to your poor little Island and make your little country a better place , or shut up.

[@illadelphlife6002]

It's funny how these American people are on here talking about Jamaica and how bad it's become and is and they act like our country is the worst. America is a laughing stock right now because of all of the foolishness going on but somehow they always find ways to put down other countries. How about we should tell people to stay away from America or Canada because neither of those countries truly likes blacks and that's a fact????? Crime is everywhere and hearing a white person talk bad about a black nation is laughable. Karma comes to everyone and their ancestors have opened the doors for Karma to strike them. Crime is everywhere and Jamaica is no different. Our country is how it is because our government keeps pandering to the whites and Chinese who are just taking over our country and trying to erase our history and take our land. No one ever talks about that. Crime is wrong but when you have leaders who sell out our land for individual profit then people are going to do what they need to survive. Stay away from us then if it's soooo bad 💯💯💯

[@countrygyal5530]

Thanks for sharing your story. I am truly happy you were all able to walk away unhurt. Jamaica is beautiful, but the crime is real.

[@Jfwqs7212]

The politicians aren’t interested in curbing crime, they want more money for doing nothing. The crime situation is way out of hand and who is going to help. Can the United Nations help us.???

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I pray a solution can be found as JA is a beautiful island!!!

[@catpalmer6745]

Bad apple every where. Glad you and family are safe

[@fpvsmurf]

Many people leave places due to violence...but wind up meeting violence and even their demise in new country. This violence is worldwide...God help us in these days. 🙏🏽

[@stevesteve7162]

And big time racism

[@notyourtypicalcomment2399]

@@stevesteve7162better to deal with racism than bad mind, racism don’t kill nearly as much as ur own kind

[@MD_ENTERTAINMENT]

Come on man, what's the point of that statement. When things like this happen and you are traumatised, the best thing is to move and give yourself a fresh start in a new environment

[@Bornjamerican24]

Not if they move to a better place.

[@fpvsmurf]

@@MD_ENTERTAINMENT I'm sorry. I'm just a realist and read about it ALL the time. And I feel bad.

[@agentsnapless]

You may have left but so much of Jamaica is in you. Thanks for sharing. oxox

[@wadetonmollison5676]

I am so sorry to hear of that ! God bless you , so sad to know you had to leave because of that my heart goes out to you and your family! 🥲🇯🇲

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Thank you for.your kind words @Wadeton 😊

[@celestialnavigator3116]

Crime is everywhere now but the advantage of living a large Country such as the US or Canada is that you can be buffered from it more easily. What a sad world we live in! It seems there is no escape from evil. Jamaica is such an incredibly beautiful place but tainted by crime. The same can be said of most of the Caribbean Islands now. When I grew up in St.Lucia in the old days it was a paradise. My mother used to sleep with her window wide open. I was spoilt really and though I was always grateful for living in such a beautiful place, but things gradually changed; people began to get more disrespectful and I could sense the change. Our house on the hill got broken into so many times. Now I understand that there are gangs in St.Lucia and murders, robberies, assaults and rape are frequent occurrences now. So very sad. The human being has become savage again. All norms and decency are now thrown out the window. Dog eat dog is what they used to call it. When my ancestors came to the islands from Europe they wanted to escape conflict and klan rivalry. Now there is no where to turn to. May God bless you and your family. You are beautiful.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

It is truly a sad state of affairs. Now there is a state of emergency in 7 of the islands 14 parishes due to crime 🥲

[@victoryho-sangtv]

I feel the same way you do...sad times...smh

[@dy6682]

Nice comment friend.

[@kingnaldo4058]

Jamaica is a rogue state... I have been away from Jamaica for over 30 years now, and I missed it daily myself. I am sad that there's a possibility that I won't be returning to Jamaica to retire due to the constant attacks on returning residents. So, I'm contemplating another country for my retirement relocation. But I still love the island endlessly and am proud to be a Jamaican born. I will keep visiting for my vacation etc... I understand your pain 💔 🇯🇲 🤔

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

🥲

[@TheGreatonejah]

Don’t ever return my wife and I are looking at countries to retire Jamaica is totally 💩. These stupid people want to go back not me .

[@raymondstewart7660]

Now they’re developing new secure communities that making it much safer. Just a suggestion. I like to life on my family land are just on my own land to have my own provisions and live freely.

[@Bornjamerican24]

St. Martin

[@sandyvandorpe]

Thanks for sharing and so happy to hear nobody got shot dead, God was real good 👍

[@elainee9932]

Glad you are okay. Great courage.

[@piledriver38]

I'm so sorry you and your family had to experience such a thing. The violence, meh nuh know wuh fi seh! 😒 However, there is so much beauty that you have shared with us and we hope to continue to bring you joy like you've brought us...Thanks for sharing...✌🏽🇯🇲

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@taw3000 you do bring me joy. All the love, encouragement and support bring me nothing but!! Big up!

[@peterv6025]

As a born Jamaican, living in Canada for over 40 years, I'm sorry to hear of your experience. Loving Jamaica , its culture, music, beauty and it's people, i know it was difficult to leave. Nowhe nuh betta dan yawd but Lawd dem need fi heng some a dem criminal deh. Only a pity yuh husband neva did spread dem out eena di yawd. God bless Jamaica nevertheless and of course God bless Canada and all the other havens where other peaceful, God fearing and productive Jamaicans have found refuge/rest. Semper Fidelis

[@monicayoung1468]

I’m so glad you and the family are safe.

[@christines9227]

I am so sorry that happened to you. Thank God you guys are safe. Love from Nassau ❤ 🇧🇸 😊

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Thank you 😊 💓

[@jayridge8804]

Great video. Thankfully you were blessed to escape. My uncle was murdered, they got $20 as he had no other cash. The crime is one of the worst in the world. Yes, no country is without crime. I miss Jamaica, as you say, the food, the smells, the mostly wonderful people, but i do not miss the terror! Thanks for sharing. Vancouver Island is beautiful too!

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

So sorry to hear about your uncle @Jennifer that is so sad. Yes, things are bad for real

[@raymondstewart7660]

Your one of the first person I heard mention the beauty of the people. That alone is my reasons for loving Jamaica.

[@patrickdaly1393]

Your story is so typical of why so many left Jamaica. My grandmother was hone alone when she heard the pigs squealing. She thought it was stray dogs again and got my grandfather's double barrel bird gun, then she saw two men crouching in the pig pen and let off one barrel. My grandparents had a little butcher shop on premises but only sold meat on Friday, Saturday and sometimes Sunday. The rest of the week we sold beer, soda, bun and cheese and canned stuff. At the time of the theft a set of construction workers had gone to the shop to buy drinks and cigarettes, then they heard the gun shot and went to investigate. Those thieves got the beating of their lives before the police came and I doubt they would ever want to set foot in that district again.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Justice for sure! Your grandmother sounds like she nah romp!

[@patrickdaly1393]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican before that incident I (eldest grandson) was not even aware she knew how to shoot because she never touched that gun in our presence. However, in her younger days her father and brothers taught her all about hunting and my grandfather's first gun was actually there before they were married and she introduced him to hunting. He was from St Elizabeth and came to St Andrew to work at the National Water Commission plant adjacent to her parents property on Stony Hill Road (Long Lane) going down to Constant Spring.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@@patrickdaly1393 wonderful story! Thanks for sharing :)

[@elgranjero2284]

😁😆😁😆😆 Awesome that they received an ass-whupping!

[@gemthomson6730]

Hi, i've just come across your videos, love listening to you and hearing your stories .

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Hi @genthomson welcome!! So happy you found my channel. 🇯🇲 ❤️

[@nataliejones1369]

Sorry to hear this bless you family xxxx

[@adrian-lj4py]

One of the problems is that criminals are seemingly always able to return to the streets quickly, as convictions are elusive. These guys are career criminals who had decided that crime was going to be their career, which is why once they came out of prison they went straight back to work. Thank God you and your family made it out safely.

[@sharonmonique4168]

I’m so sorry you and your family had this experience Mel. It saddens my heart so much when I hear of incidents like these which really dampen the true beauty of our island and its people. I’m back in the UK, my birthplace, just because of how my life evolved, having grown up in Jamaica gone to school there, with you. I have carved out a good life here but have always been hopeful to return to Jamaica for good at this stage of my life. I go annually, sometimes twice a year, and I have family and great friends there including my sister, but there is always a thought in the back of my mind of the possibility that something of a violent nature could take place. I’m thankful you, your family and the lady that worked for you were not harmed. God is good. 🙏🏾💕

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Hi Sharon! It is so lovely hearing from you. I am happy that you get to visit Jamaica often and yes, although the element of crime is an issue, it is still the most beautiful place ❤️ and I am now ready to return for a visit as well. God is truly good and we are all grateful for how things turned out. 🥰

[@sweetpg10]

So sorry you experienced this horrific ordeal. I'm glad you all are safe.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Beyond grateful believe me!! Thank you :)

[@arthurmcintosh387]

Thanks for sharing my dear. There are so many other Jamaicans who have left for the same reason.

[@anthonysimpson4084]

It is so sickening that the Jamaican government along with the people who are not doing enough to clean up our country, it’s just keep getting worse. The people who know who these guys are and keeping silent is part of the problem

[@giniolamy]

What do you want the government to do? It wasn't the government that sent this criminal to her house

[@jenniferjemison636]

I am so sorry you had such a terrible experience in your home. This happened to me in Florida, and it really traumatized our family for years. Unlike you, we had no place to go. We had just moved to America from Kingston, in Jamaica. We just bought that house, too, and as new immigrants, we were stuck. It was two of them, and they followed us home from our business. The hardest part was how one of them put the gun to my little girl's head... she was only seven. She had flashbacks for years. It's funny that the reverse happened to us as we had never experienced anything like that in Jamaica. So you see, crime can happen anywhere. My husband was held up on his job too by gunmen, several times in Florida, and once while visiting friends in New York, right at the gate one night. We used to say he was not meant to die by the gun because it was so uncanny. Imagine leaving a place known for violence, only for it to happen to you in a " safe" place. Despite everything, we thrived and did well. We have now retired...in Jamaica😅 and are doing well. We are living near the beaches and have a lovely property too. We are taking our chances. It has been 16 years now. I understand your situation and see how much you miss your home. I wish you and your family a safe and happy life ❤😊

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Wow what a story! I am so grateful none of you were harmed in any if these situations. Ironic for sure and a reminder that as you so rightly said, crime can happen anywhere. I am happy for you that you are back in our beautiful island, who knows what the future holds for me, perhaps one day, I too will return! One love!

[@jenniferjemison636]

@Country White Jamaican Thanks. Yes, we were very lucky. I was calm and told them to take anything they wanted but leave the children alone. They took the car and our sales for the day, best sales in a while too. The key is that we all survived, and I have five children alive and well. Now we live a quiet and simple life and feel hopeful that we will be okay 👍

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

God is good!

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@donaldlloydsmall cash for gold probably..oh dear! Glad you were both unharmed.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@donaldlloydsmall ouch!!

[@oliwoodnorth2371]

Wow OMG! I am so glad that you and yours got here to boring cold Canada safely. My husband and I were planning to having our second home there but my family wants us to really reconsider.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

It's a sad reality 🥲

[@davetheman2615]

I'm sorry to hear this, it's very sad indeed!

[@nicholasomphroy1193]

When I visit Jamaica the most noticeable thing my family is lock the house up , it starts to get dark and its like a jail 😆 burglar bars etc many locks on the door OMG , the are constantly preoccupied about crime , and have stories to share about people they know got robbed or killed

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

It is really hard. Such a beautiful island..would be great to see crime under control.

[@gloriathompson4010]

Same for me. Its all about crime and after dark people just lock themselves inside

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

😪

[@jazzymars30]

My house never lock

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

🥰 love it

[@unadavidson4356]

I came to Canada and settled, but I am always in jamaica. You can get a condo there and visit,there many gated communities in jamaica, you dont have to go back where this happened. I hope talking about it help you mentally and help you to regain your strength and confidence. I am sure they are dead by now, there is a saying there is no honour among thieves, so maybe they killed each other. I wish you a pleasant and warm day🙋‍♀️

[@bevshuckie3650]

I had the same thoughts Una. They are probably all dead. But the sad thing is that more keep coming up. I pray everyday for our little island in the sun and know that God still reigns there.

[@yvonnewright3449]

Bev suckie you are right hope they are dead buy know So wicked and them have the nerve to Come back that lady Should’ve a gun to kill All of Them is a pity her Husband did not take them out to first time

[@Noneofyourbizniz1]

Oh they might be dead but the ones after them are even more terrifying. Trust me.

[@nerkerasaunders6122]

God WAS THERE WITH YOU Powerful Story Blessings

[@marjoriedelores6805]

I am glad you and your family are safe.

[@berylmorgan8482]

I was born & raised in Jamaica. I've been living in the US for 53 years. I'm so thankful to The Most High for keeping my family safe. There are numerous killings of innocent Jamaicans happening every day with no abatement..I'm now retired & would love to return to Jamaica but because of all the crimes I will remain in the US. Know that you made an excellent decision to remove yourself & your family from the Island..You saved your own life & that of your family members! Stay safe! One Love!

[@teeteeme5752]

This is one of the reasons I am scared of visiting Jamaica because of the level of insecurity. I have heard frightening stories. The government needs to put extra security in the country. It’s sad.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I agree, such a beautiful country, so much to want to go back for. I am ready to go back now to visit my dear friends and family who are there and to just be in JA again!!

[@EvaRocks]

​@@CountryWhiteJamaican Sincerely sorry to hear about your story. Do u think your family was targeted? Do u think it's something more than robbery? I just can't believe these criminals would return, i cant help but wonder for what?! I use to live on couple acres with a gun too, and over the years I began to get scared of the people around me for so many reasons. Just doesn't feel the same. I ended up living in a gated community now in Jamaica but I love living on large land, I love country life with big house, I always feel so free! I still travel to 🇨🇦 but I just can't live there especially the winter. Continued guidance and protection...🇯🇲

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@@EvaRocks I have often wondered if it was organized to get us to leave the farm because of how things went after we left. One never knows!

[@junejohnson2248]

OMG..I've never missed a video..just like you I'm a jamaican living in Canada as well..it's such a sad story but I'm glad to know you're all ok now..I wonder if you go back and visit..jamaica is so beautiful it's a shame crime took over..nuff love

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I haven't been back but my daughter went last month and her pictures have me really ready to touch down now!!

[@msware0104]

Hello. I stumbled across your video. I’m so happy you and your family are safe. I’m sorry to hear about the woman that worked with you. I’m glad she’s still with us. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Welcome!!! Yes she is.fine and in Canada now visiting family :)

[@msware0104]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican Wonderful news! ⭐️ Thank you for sharing.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

And a warm welcome to the channel 🥰

[@thankful1040]

So sorry for your experience. This is why even though I would love to emigrate to JA I never would even though I am British born and would leave UK tomorrow if the pot smoking, gangster, murderous, lazy, want something for nothing, envious of others attitude changed!!! Appreciate that not all are like this but so many have died because imbeciles like these. For them to come back again a clearly shows the kind of evil mentality they have...only God, the most High can change people like this because nothing else will😢 Just glad you are all ok and that lady they tied up was too. God blessings always ❤

[@Jjay257]

No Caribbean island should be claimed by colonizers and their descendants… but respect for following the most high and glad nobody got hurt…

[@tagtag-connected5263]

What does someone breaking into your house have to do with colonizers. Crime is Crime and no body deserve their personal space invaded, black brown, white, yellow.

[@irenesheppard4268]

​@@tagtag-connected5263you need to be talking that to the white supremacist that run your country

[@camellabailey5548]

This is so sad. I’m happy your family was not hurt. Look at me who want live in the hills of St. Ann. Sending you my love.

[@StephenRamsay-rc2gj]

Old time some come back again i enjoy your story.

[@Pichounette1967]

I am very sorry for your horrific experience. My parents are Jamaican and even though I wasn't born there I travel there often. I love Jamaica!! That said there is violence everywhere, in NYC, London, Miami and even in Canada. Those that have left Jamaica years ago never to return claiming violence cannot be serious. I have many family members who live well in Jamaica. Again Jamaica has it's challenges but it is still one of the best countries in the world!!!

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I agree 👍 💯

[@normacoote9856]

OMG! Is it beautiful but to live? No…! Visit? Yes. As long as it’s possible. Born there, studied there, but to live???????

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

It can be rough for sure!

[@jajatime9724]

I agree 100% I hate how they portray Jamaica as a crime infested island. Crime is everywhere and this incident could have happened anywhere in the world. Watch Jamaica Irie, a Ukrainian living in Jamaica, she breaks it down and explain the crime so well. I love my country and definitely retiring back there. Miss home.

[@eleisha5054]

@@jajatime9724 Do you watch the Jamaica blogger on KZbin, Crime has gotten so bad, 1, 000. people killed so far and it's not the end of the year yet. I know crime is everywhere, but you don't expect a Caribbean island to be that bad.

[@a.r1832]

We hear you sis. Your story is almost similar to ours. Though it's late in coming we are nonetheless happy that the Government in Jamaica have started to work assiduously on crime and violence on the island. Hopefully soon, we all can return.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

Is this so!????

[@a.r1832]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican Oh absolutely. Been following up changes going on over there. It's been a late start but, the journey has started.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@@a.r1832 this is really great news!!

[@a.r1832]

@@CountryWhiteJamaican Said the same after we saw the weekly seizures of illegal guns. Now the Government including the JCF have started applying the right crime fighting strategy. If such should continue, the Soul of Jamaica may not only be redeemed, but also improvement in its legal earnings.

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

@@a.r1832 this literally is the best news I have heard for this year!! Thanks for sharing!!!