Yes, be very careful about drugs. When I was leaving Jamaica they first had our suitcases outside the plane and this official was urging his dog to inspect them.
The last time I went which was a few years ago, they stressed not going around by yourself. Driving to my hotel you passed thru lots of poverty and people just hanging around. The hotel was all inclusive and you could book tours and activities thru the hotel which was great because I was travelling alone.
Ditto here about getting messages from far away. I do like receiving mail from everywhere and corresponding on here is interesting and fun. But the ones that want to try and start a relationship really frustrate me. Maybe some people can manage getting to know someone far away but not me. Email and phone are ok but they don't replace the interaction that comes when you are face to face. So if travelling from California to South Carolina to chat for a few hours over coffee interests you, go for it.
Franko, thank you for sharing your story. It sounds like you went thru a lot of emotional and physical pain. I know they say that sometimes going thru a lot causes us to be stronger, but what you have gone thru was enough to break any man. I pray for your continued progress and strength.
RE: Had a date this evening guys.....