Woke up to this message in one of our diaspora hurricane relief groups and everyone agreed: “Good morning can i make a suggestion, humbly? Before we begin purchasing and shipping items from abroad, I’m asking us to think strategically. Jamaica may have businesses that already sell many of these same products. Instead of bypassing them, can we identify and buy directly from local suppliers. That approach strengthens the economy, creates jobs, and accelerates recovery from within. This isn’t just relief. It’s rebuilding with dignity and strategy.” #HurricaneMelissa