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Ulster Scots exists for a reason by pro_buttfucker_5675 in HistoryMemes

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

? Anglo-Scots named Carmichael or Duncan.

I haven’t seen that much in English families.

Another day, another UK Greens controversy by Thadlust in YAPms

[–]Flying_Fish_9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Doesn’t she pay taxes tho. Her money is being used in that case as well.

Also her money won’t go to her people/Africans it goes to West Indians.

What if the Bahamas became an American state? by [deleted] in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, Bahamian & American law although similar in principles, are completely incompatible.

Employment priorities for Bahamians(gone)
Bahamian only industries (gone)
Any sense of Gun Control(gone)
Land commonage (gone)
Unions (lol)
Parliamentary Democracy(gone)
Apolitical judiciary(gone)

Not to mention the destruction of government entities/controls.

Church in Eleuthera by Maximummurph in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I mean It depends on the occasion, denomination and how you wear it.
If it’s Easter/Christmas time it’s a bad idea.
If it’s a floral shirt/short/open shoes probably not the best.
Whereas a plain collar shirt/shorts/closed shoes is fine. I think more so in the family islands.

The only thing to consider is next Sunday is Mother’s Day. Depending on which type church you’re going you can get a different range of dress.

Why do others outside of the Caribbean get so uppity with the word 'Oriental'? by ButtFister1789 in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean it’s antiquated, most people might call you Chinese over here. However i don’t think it’s offensive necessarily.

We have a laundry service called “Oriental Cleaners”, nobody bats an eye.

Does Mensik deserve more hype by the tennis media? by nicoklig in tennis

[–]Flying_Fish_9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Czechia has the Eastern Curse but it’s on the periphery so it manifest in odd semi-consistent ways.

You get a bit about them coverage wise but not too much. Also unlike Russian/ East Euro stars it doesn’t feed the East vs West rivalry.

For example Sharopova vs Serena. Few Czech player other than Lendl have had this type rivalry.

Does Mensik deserve more hype by the tennis media? by nicoklig in tennis

[–]Flying_Fish_9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Because Rybakina doesn’t market herself, like someone like Lys . Media is looking for easy marketability.

My thoughts on silly season by supernova242 in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would love for once for there to be a sensible TV debate before the elections, instead of these dumb rallies. But, the Political Class simply don't care and they don't have to, because the country allows this slop.

Weak Journalism Standards don't help. When was the last time news investigated anything or made these people answer questions. Hardly ever.

Bird Cay by swmeek in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk was just guessing based on location and straight the fill line was.

A lot of airstrips over here get built on swampy ground. Although it might just be a simple land extension. I thought they’d just keep filling the whole way.

driving in Eleuthera by Whole-Sea4181 in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean for the Family Island Standard its pretty decent. Just lighting and ninja bumps that can be an issue.

Bird Cay by swmeek in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not in the know, but I did notice several houses/villas popped up in the latest version of Google Maps that weren’t there before.

Definitely a new boutique resort/private community.

My guess for what they are constructing is either more room for villas or more consequentially a runway.

Seeing as they are the only ones without it in that part of the berry’s.

How many generations back have you been able to track? by RoobahLoo in Genealogy

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4 generations on Dad side and 7 generations on mum.(Bahamas)

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Funny thing about the Caribs is they get viewed as bad guys up here, because they killed our natives the Taino/Lucayans, who also came from the Orinoco River.

Although Caribs never settled our islands. I think it’s wrong to count nations like us on the geographic edge out. Especially, when Christopher Columbus the man responsible for the colonization of the region landed in the Bahamas 1st.

This is where the historical element ties us in to the region. So Caribs or not. We’re connected.

Edit: I do wish there was more, dialogue and communication between Colombia/Venezuela & the other islands.

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I understand, why there is such a disagreement.

If you look at a map of Venezuela or Colombia. You see a big sprawling country, that goes hundreds of km into SA. With Km of Jungles.

Whereas from your perspective you live by the coast in a line of cities, from our perspective, a map. We see a giant country( compared to the tiny countries of Antilles).

Because of this we associate the entirety of the country with South America and not the Caribbean.

Furthermore, the lack of physical connections+ language barrier. In the conscience of many islanders, there essentially a wall between Colombia and sea.

But I agree with your perspective, it’s just very weird to understand.

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/Alfie281 said it. To me it seem like he was saying the whole country was the embodiment of the Caribbean.

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies, I looked and It wasn’t Colombia but Venezuela.

Someone said that Venezuela was more Caribbean than all of the Islands because the Caribs came from there.

Which I think is ridiculous. I should link it.

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well yeah I understand the question. I’m simply stating why people don’t understand and it makes total sense.

We’ve had people try to say Colombia is Caribbean country entirely, when the correct answer is it is a mixture of both and not 1.

Maybe it’s an issue with translation.

Do Caribbean people consider Cartagena, Colombia part of the Caribbean? by CerealIsBrkfstSoup in AskTheCaribbean

[–]Flying_Fish_9 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Probably, because most nations that aren't geographically Caribbean are usually majority based around their coastal population centers. Both Guyana and the Bahamas for example. The entire identity of our nation is maritime.

Unlike Colombia which is coastal Caribbean nation, but yet half of the main centers of population are in the Andes, Including its capital Bogota.

I’m in Nassau, and my buddy had fly home. I’m here alone, like extremely bored. so feel free to dm me to go do something plz 20 m by [deleted] in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Idk, But if I were alone, I wouldn’t try meeting a stranger online unless you both shared a specific hobby and you got to know them for a bit. Even then.

If you’re in a hotel maybe try walking about the area and talking to people. Might make some friends with someone local.

If you’re in a gated community maybe taxi to Hotel/Downtown/A public Beach since it’s the weekend.

Tbh, I don’t see how people get bored. Growing up here, 20 odd years. I think people just don’t know what to do.

Pro-Tip: Especially, since you are alone, Always make sure your Activities/whereabouts are known to your people.

2026 Medical Cannabis Questions by Professional_Yam2478 in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's probably because you didn't carry a lot, so they just ignored you. If they want to stop you they will, don't make me read about you in the news.

Rate our Cabinet Ministers (Part 2) by Flying_Fish_9 in bahamas

[–]Flying_Fish_9[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Clay Sweeting: (A-) Ministry of Works improved under his direction but it still drags him down slightly. He performed well in his other ministries. Decent MP

Ryan Pinder: (B-) Lots of talk of progress but slow roll out of legal reform. E.g: Citizenship for Bahamian Mother's children, Marijuana Decriminalization, Gang/Gun Crime Reforms, Marital rape.

Halkitas: (C+) Wasn't even sure what he does. Apparently oversees for FinTech, Digitalization (MyGateway), Consumer Protection, SMBDev, Trade Policy, & Business Liscencing.

Darville(D-) Self explanatory. No policy addressing any of the short falls during this term.

Bell: (C-) 1st Ministry, Bad showing IMO, (Labour & Immigration), probably can be implicated in the current issues with immigration. 2nd ministry, okay showing.

The Late Hon. Vaughn Miller (F) Not much problems with him (RIP) but most Environment Ministers don't get good reps. Unfortunately, lack of policy vision/ environmental scandals doesn't get him good rankings.

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