I Don't Like Rum

 

"Rum Love" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

 

 

I Don't Like Rum
Rake 'n' Scrape song

(chorus)

I don't like rum, but rum like me,
It stick on me like a dog wit’ a flea
Listen to me people, now can’t you see
I don't like rum, but boy rum like me

 

I bin drinkin' rum for a long, long time

I drink so much rum, ya know it mus' be a crime

I was da smartest man in da whole country

Now I can' t'ink straight because, rum like me

Before I go to sleep, I take two shot or t’ree
I drink it erry mornin’ for my cup a tea
I use to work so hard, makin’ plenty money
Nah I can’ keep a job because, rum like me

Annuder Hurricane Comin'!

I wrote this poem many years ago before these frequent occurrences of Cat 5 hurricanes.

 

"Tropic Hurricane" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

Anudder Hurricane Comin’

Anudder hurricane comin,
I can't take no more.
Gatta battin-up ma windas agin,
An' lock-down tight ma door.
In dese crazy las' days,

Hurricanes comin by da score.

Dis' one comin' fas' an’ true,
No matter what I wish.
Back agin to da corner shop,
For water an' tuna-fish.

I need more good plywood,
For dis angry devil in da sky.
But dat greedy lumber man,
Done raise da price sky high.

Need ta full ma car tank,
Wit gas what scarce an’ so dear.
Don't know what for anyhow,
Cause I een drivin' no where.
An da gas line so long,
I feel I could hardly bear.

Junkanoo Tropical Garden

 

"Junkanoo Tropical Garden" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

Tropic Cliff Top

 

"Tropic Cliff Top" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

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Abstract Africa

 

"Abstract Africa" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

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Climate Change City

 

"Climate Change City" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

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Report: The Prevalence and Impact of Illegal Guns in The Bahamas

 

 "Illegal Hand Gun and Ammo" - Bahamas AI art

 ©A. Derek Catalano

Report: The Prevalence and Impact of Illegal Guns in The Bahamas

 

Introduction

The Bahamas, renowned for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture, faces a significant challenge with gun-related crimes. Illegal firearms play a critical role in escalating crime rates, posing a severe threat to public safety and national security. This report delves into how illegal guns are used in criminal activities, the methods of trafficking and smuggling these firearms, and the accessibility of illegal guns to Bahamian citizens.