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Krystle Daley: A Passion for Youth Development

Back To School Tips

Seven Toxic Girlfriends to Avoid

Gourmet Meals Made Easy with Brian Lumley

True beauty: Meet Krystle Daley, the effervescent Miss Jamaica

Festival Queen 2011 who is developing her community one

young person at a time. Also, learn how to make tasty, finger-

licking gourmet meals the easy way with award-winning cheff,

Brian Lumley; Renee Lindo of Kid ‘N’ Play JA shares some tips

on how to help your little ones start the new school year on

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ack-to-school means the lazy, unstructured days of summer, of sleeping in and going to bed late, are over

for the kids. It is also a great time to be a parent. The excitement of seeing your children mature and learn and master new terri-tory is unsurpassed. Here are a few tips to help you navigate this back-to-school period and enjoy the journey of this school year.

RoutineIt’s now time for re-establishing routines or beginning new ones. Find a bedtime that allows the kids to feel well-rested in the morning. By slowly easing them into this new routine, they won’t have any problems awaking “bright-eyed and bushy-tailed” for the first day of school. Start this routine a week or two before so that it will become established.

Meet the teacheRIf the school has an orientation prior to the first day, plan to attend and meet the teacher. This will also allow your child to meet other students in their class. This will lessen their anxiety on the first day as there will be familiar faces. If there is no for-

mal orientation, see if you can meet the teacher beforehand. You will want to discuss any challenges your child may have, such as any health issues or family issues the teacher should be aware of. Also, determine the preferred mode of communica-tion with the teacher whether phone, email or visit.

SafetyEstablish a pick-up schedule that your child can depend on. Let the child know beforehand if there is a change in plan. Decide on a code word that will be used when someone else has to pick them up. If the person picking up does not know the code word, the child does not leave with them.

LiStenFind out how school was. Instead of just “What did you learn today?”, ask about the favourite part of the day, what was the most fun, what are they looking forward to tomorrow, who did they play with, and so on. Listen and follow up with more ques-tions.

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SchooL caLendaREnter the entire school calendar with activities, events, dead-lines, holidays and so on into your diary, planner or smart-phone. Google Calendar is another option. It’s free and can be colour-coded by child or activity.

Get invoLvedSpend time if you can volunteering at school, become an active participant in the PTA or find other ways to become involved in your child’s school life.

ShoppinGTake the kids back to school shopping with you. Let them choose their back packs, lunch pans and pencil cases. Having a few new, fun items that they love can boost their confidence for the first day.

Read bookSIf the children are a little younger, read books about starting or going to school. Get them talking about their expectations and feelings. You can also let them know how the day will run and manage their expectations. Some good books include The Berenstain Bears Go to School by Stan and Jan Berenstain, An-nabelle Swift, Kindergartner by Amy Schwartz, First Day Jitters by Julie Dannenberg, I Am Absolutely Too Small for School by Lauren Child, and Get Ready for Second Grade, Amber Brown by Paula Danzinger.

SociaLizeHelp prepare them for social situations, especially if they tend to be shy. Do a few role play activities to teach them how to introduce themselves and making friends.

keep thoSe knapSackS LiGht! Backpacks should never be more than 10-20% of their body weight. Encourage your child to carry the backpack with both straps to evenly distribute the weight across the back and shoulders. Carrying by just one strap strains the muscles and could affect the spine.

Renée Lindo, Owner, Kid ‘N’ Play JA,A Jamaican online resource for all things kids.

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oised, creative and eloquent with a gift to make people laugh without much effort, 25-year old Krystle Daley

is an undeniable beauty with a purpose. A devout Christian who is motivated by her faith in God, Daley was named the coun-try’s new cultural ambassador after winning the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen 2011 competition. “I was elated. It came not so much as a surprise, but I was just really happy that I had won. Just to know that the judges thought that I was the best out of the best,” said Daley, a past student of Mona High, where she was the Deputy Head Girl, before pursuing sixth form studies at Camperdown High.

With a bubbly personality and an ever-present megawatt smile, Daley said her decision to enter was mostly guided by her Christian values and the competition’s strong emphasis on developing ladies who can make significant contributions to the cultural fibre of society. “I believe that I was a Festival Queen and not a Miss Jamaica Universe or a Miss world, and I thought

so because the festival queen competition allows you to show-case your talents and your cultural awareness as well,” she said. “It’s not so much about your physique but more so about de-portment and character.”

Daley unquestionably has an unwavering character, and it is this that has helped her to remain focused and true to herself and her divine purpose in life. “I believe the calling is on me to impact the lives of Jamaican youths starting in my own community,” she said of her personal project, which allows her to have a positive influence on youth. “God motivates me and I see the intention of God through people and through the lives of others. I see what God wants to achieve in the life of someone even in the midst of their struggles and because of what God has done for me, I believe it is my duty to think positively, to hold my head up, to be strong and to give a helping hand even in the midst of a crisis or in any situation,” she said.

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“ I was elated. It came not so much as a surprise, but I was just really happy that I had won. Just to know that the judges thought that I was the best out of the best.”

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The project, Youth United for Purpose (YUP), is done in con-junction with the Christian Life Fellowship Church through their young adults group, and aims to provide direction and guidance to youth in the Tavern community of St. Andrew. “What we seek to do with YUP is to mentor individuals from 15 to 20 years old, because we see the importance of mentorship to motivate and encourage young persons to think positively and make the right decisions,” she said. “I believe that if we will in-tervene in the lives of our youth, then the future of our country would be much better.”

So far, YUP has had a significant impact on the lives of the men-tees, ensuring that they are in a position to make informed de-cisions about their future. “We invite the mentees to come to different meetings and workshops that would talk about per-sonal issues, character studies and so on. We’re even highlight-ing the importance of setting goals, especially when you’re at school,” she said.

A graduate of the University of the West Indies (UWI) with a degree in Language, Communication and Society, Daley has plans to pursue a Masters degree in Corporate Communica-tions or Media Management at the St. Augustine campus of the UWI, and also hopes to fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming an anchor on one of Jamaica’s television stations. “I see myself as a comedian, as an actress and I hope to pursue that at some point in time, but my real passion is corporate communications,

PR [Public Relations] and media broadcasting,” she said. She currently hosts her own TV Show, ‘A Life Wi Seh’ on the Public Broadcasting Corporation.

Her affinity for the performing arts and her motivation to suc-ceed was evident in her dramatic piece on coronation night, which focused on the importance of uniting to achieve the Vi-sion 2030 for Jamaica. Daley’s dominance during the competi-tion was evident from the start, as she copped prizes for the most culturally aware, most poised, most congenial and most active in community. She also won cash prizes from the Chase fund, a living room suite from Singer, and a host of other excit-ing prizes.

Since winning the competition, she has been invited to a few speaking engagements. She was the guest speaker at the Churches Cooperative Credit Union’s youth award, the Jamai-ca Cooperative Credit Union League’s youth awards, and has done other public appearances that fall under her mandate as the country’s cultural ambassador.

One of her biggest contributions during her reign will be the national project, scheduled for later this year, which will include a tour of all three counties. “It will operate under the theme ‘Know Thyself: I know My Purpose’ and, with that, what we want to do is to rekindle the importance of personal and na-tional identity, stirring up positive thinking in our youth and re-minding them that it is important to sell brand Jamaica,” she said.

The project also seeks to remind the nation’s youth that they are blessed with talents and ideas that can be used to build Ja-maica, which will ultimately make it the best place to live, work and raise children.

Krystle Daley smiles after her coronation as Miss Jamaica Festival Queen 2011.Photo courtesy of the Jamaica Cultural Development Comission

Krystle Daley and Prime Minister Bruce Golding at the Grand Gala 2011.Photo courtesy of the Jamaica Cultural Development Comission

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ChefBrianLumleyGourmet meALs mAde eAsY with

Creole Lobster with Pineapples & Pepperfor the Sauce 2 tbsp. olive oil2 garlic cloves2 small onions (small dice) 1 small green pepper (small dice)100ml pineapple juice3 oz. fresh pineapple (small dice)7oz tomato sauce 2 tsp. tomato paste TT scotch bonnet pepperSalt & pepper

for the dish1 tbsp. olive oil2 garlic cloves1 small green pepper (small dice)TT scotch bonnet4-6 lobster tailminced thyme2 tbsp. basil100 ml while wineSalt & pepper9 fl oz. creole sauce

Method Place the olive and garlic in sauté pan on medium heat, then allow to sweat for 30 seconds.

Add green pepper as well as scotch bonnet pepper and sauté for 2 minutes.

Add lobsters, thyme and basil and cook half way through. Deglaze the pan with the wine and reduce by half.

Season with salt and pepper then add creole sauce, simmer for a minute or two and serve hot.

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SearedBeef Tenderloin for the beef2 lb beef tenderloin1/3 tsp. sea salt1 med. scotch bonnet pepper (remove seeds)1 tbsp. thyme (chopped)3 tbsp. scallion (chopped)2 ½ cup red wine 1 cup soy sauce2 tbsp. mustard

for the Sauce ½ cup marinade (strained) 1 cup beef stock½ cup honey 2 tbsp. thyme and parsley1 tsp. cornstarch or tomato roux

MethodMarinate the beef for 2 hours or overnight.

In a hot pan over medium heat, add olive oil then beef fillet. Sear on all sides until there is an even, caramelized coating, approximately eight minutes total.

Remove from pan and place

in a 375 F oven or on a coal fire and cover.

To test the beef ’s doneness, insert a thermometer until it reads the required tempera-ture: medium 160F/71C, well done 170F/77C.

For the sauce, combine the stock, honey, herbs and mari-nade in a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, thick-en with cornstarch or tomato roux and adjust seasoning with salt and scotch bonnet pepper. Turn off the heat and set aside until ready to use.

Cut beef into thin slices, sauce and serve hot.

Nyam good!Servings -: 4 persons

True Jamaican Jerk Chicken Penne Pastafor pasta8 oz. Mueller’s Penne PastaWater Pinch salt1 tbsp. olive oilBring the water to a boil. Add salt and olive oil and follow the in-structions found on the box of the pasta, strain and leave to cool.

for the alfredo 2 cups Elle and Vire Cooking Cream2-3 tbsp. McCormick Parmesan herb cheese1 cup chicken stock1 tbsp. Fiwi jerk seasoning1 tbsp. fresh basil (chopped) *op-tional ½ tbsp. fresh parsley (chopped) *optional

In a sauce pan on medium heat, add the Elle and Vire cooking cream and chicken stock and reduce the liquid by about half, whisk in the McCormick parme-san herb cheese and jerk season-ing, then cook for about five min-utes more. Stir in the fresh herbs and hold until ready to use.

for the Jerk chicken penne1 tbsp. jerk Marinade8 oz. chicken breast tenderloin

(sliced smaller)1 tsp. olive oil/butter2-3 tbsp. scallion (thinly sliced)2 small onions (chopped)6 small diced tomatoes (remove skin and seeds)1 small julienned carrot½ med green sweet pepper½ bottle Red Stripe Light

MethodMarinate the chicken tenderloin with the jerk marinade for at least an hour or overnight.

In a sauté pan over medium heat, add the olive oil/butter and sear the chicken tenderloin.

When it is half cooked, start to build your flavor by adding the garlic, onion and vegetables.

Cook for two minutes more.

Deglaze the pan with Red Stripe Light, constantly stirring to loosen the goodies at the bot-tom of the pan. Reduce by half.Add the Alfredo sauce and bring to a boil, then add your cooked Mueller’s penne pasta and warm through. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Serve Hot

Bon appetiteServings -: 2 persons

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here are different kinds of friendships, from deep, sis-ter-like bonds with the women who know us inside-out but love us nonetheless to the acquaintances we

have lunch with at work but who don’t really know the intima-cies of our lives. All these friendships are valid and have value to us. However, on the flip side, there are some friendships that are so one-sided you have to wonder why you even spoke to the other person in the first place. In many cases, it might even be best to go friendless. If you recognize any of the seven toxic types on this list, it might be time to really examine your friend-ship. Or just make a quick exit.

1.Miss All-about-meYou know exactly who she is. The diva. The one who acts like the world revolves around her. She is high-maintenance, de-manding and impatient, always seeking out the spotlight. And you dare not have a moment in the sun for yourself. Sure, she

might be a lot of fun to hang out with; she has great energy and people flock to her. But if she treats you like a minion and never reciprocates your contributions to the friendship, stop trying to justify her selfishness. It might be time to let her go solo.

2.Miss Get-the-guyAt first, you pass off her flirtatious ways as harmless. What’s wrong with a single girl being outgoing and friendly with the opposite sex? But after a while, you start to feel like the clunky third wheel whenever you go out because there’s always a man (or two) hanging on her every word. There’s an old adage: show me your company and I’ll tell you who you are. If she is seen as ‘loose’ or ‘easy’, chances are, men – and other women – will believe you are just as lax in your standards. If she leaves you stranded at another party for yet another one night stand, find a new hang-out buddy.

3.Miss TabloidWe all like to hear a little gossip every now and then, especially when it’s not-so-good news about someone we’re not espe-cially fond of. But if she’s telling you every detail of someone else’s life, trust that she’s out there doing the same to you. She might have no ill intent, but she simply can’t be trusted. If she’s the only person you told about you-know-what, but you heard it being whispered about in the bathroom at work, it might be best to give her a wide berth.

4. Miss Hold-The-BagsNothing beats girls’ nights out, when you get to let your hair down and kick up your high heels. But this friend of yours doesn’t want to relax or party. She wants to talk. Again. Didn’t she just back you into a 30-minute one-way ‘conversa-tion’ before you left the house? Sure, we have to be there for our friends, especially if they’re going through rough times, but if you’re doing your best and you still find yourself apologiz-ing for missing that one phone call last week, plus she’s never there when you need a shoulder, it’s time to stop carrying her burdens.

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5.Miss Poison IvyShe’s always got a ready – and nasty – comment for everything and everyone, plus you’ve even been on the receiving end of her vitriol more times than you care to recall. Sure, she can be witty and funny and friends must be honest with each other, but disrespect and mean-spiritedness are not synonymous with this trait. If her comments are laced with enough venom to take down a rhinoceros and she’s sucking up all your positive energy, you need to walk away. Fast.

6. Miss Bottoms UpNothing’s wrong with drinking in moderation, but this friend puts Future Fambo to shame. If you’re always the designated driver and you always have to be helping her limp out of the club with her heels in hand, you need to introduce her to a re-hab programme. You are not her babysitter. If she doesn’t know when to stop, she could get you both in trouble.

7.Miss WorkaholicHer work ethic and dedication to her career are admirable and you completely understand because you are climbing the lad-der of success yourself. But does she really have to be on her Blackberry when you are trying to have a conversation? And is it fair that when she does have a night off all she wants to talk

about is herself? If she can’t find time in her busy schedule for some bonding time, she probably won’t even notice that you’ve stopped calling. Now that you know the types of friends to steer clear of, here’s a word of caution: examine yourself to make sure that none of your friends can find you on this list!

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