Urgent Plea

I am trying to find anyone who has seen/heard from or about my beloved friend of more than 15 years, who seems to have vanished.
His name is Collin Thompson. He is a slight frame Natty with locks to the ground; a woodcarver from Bread Nut Walk in St. E. He lived in Negril for years, but returned to BNWalk early this year.
For more than a decade we have communicated several times a week. Our last convo was over 4 months ago, and we signed off with a promise to speak again on the weekend. I have never heard from him since, and I can't find anyone who has any report on his well-being or whereabouts.
This is such an unusual development, I have grown gravely concerned.
If anyone even knows someone in Bread Nut Walk, I can't express my gratitude enough if someone could inquire.
Blessings and heartfelt thanks, in advance, for any information.
Kim
Asheville, NC

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Originally Posted by PootoosinNCUSA

I am trying to find anyone who has seen/heard from or about my beloved friend of more than 15 years, who seems to have vanished.
His name is Collin Thompson. He is a slight frame Natty with locks to the ground; a woodcarver from Bread Nut Walk in St. E. He lived in Negril for years, but returned to BNWalk early this year.
For more than a decade we have communicated several times a week. Our last convo was over 4 months ago, and we signed off with a promise to speak again on the weekend. I have never heard from him since, and I can't find anyone who has any report on his well-being or whereabouts.
This is such an unusual development, I have grown gravely concerned.
If anyone even knows someone in Bread Nut Walk, I can't express my gratitude enough if someone could inquire.
Blessings and heartfelt thanks, in advance, for any information.
Kim
Asheville, NC

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you could ask herehttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Breadnut-Walk-Sunshine-Foundation/290178171011606#!/pages/Breadnut-Walk-Sunshine-Foundation/290178171011606


Otherwise some of my family are down there over the next few weeks and we will ask for you remind me in 4 weeks.

Kim, we saw Collin the second week of July, he was fine. Betty had brought him some new sandals, I brought him some seeds, and bought yet another hanging bird. He was staying at the same spot on the beach were Jah B's (Herbie's) store use to be. Birdman is working on his glass bottom boat there, anyone who walks by Rooms on the Beach could ask about him and reply here. I will be going down next month, seeing him is always at the top of my must do list.

Thank you Kim/Betty . We have talked 2-3 times week for over a decade. Inexplicably, I haven't heard from him since we talked, after he had moved back to Bread Nut Walk, maybe 4 months ago. Even when his phone was hit by lightening, he still found another phone from which he called me and let me know that. He had a working phone when we last talk, and I put minutes on it each month. I am beside myself with worry, as there is no reason at all I have not heard from him. Please give him my number again, in the event that his phone/my number have been lost. (828)290-0210. We have been the love of each other's lives for nearly 20 years. I am praying every day to hear that he is safe and sound.
Thank you, thank you and Bless you for your response. Please feel free to call me if you have/get any additional information.
One Love,
Kim

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Originally Posted by kim&betty

Kim, we saw Collin the second week of July, he was fine. Betty had brought him some new sandals, I brought him some seeds, and bought yet another hanging bird. He was staying at the same spot on the beach were Jah B's (Herbie's) store use to be. Birdman is working on his glass bottom boat there, anyone who walks by Rooms on the Beach could ask about him and reply here. I will be going down next month, seeing him is always at the top of my must do list.

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Thank you TiCtOC. I communicated briefly with the lady from Sunshine Foundation, via email. She answered my inquiry by saying "I think I know who you're talking about, but he doesn't live in BNWalk anymore." to which I responded..."Yes, he moved back there a few months ago." She also said she was leaving for Jamaica "soon", so I don't know exactly what that meant (soon come??). I have written her again asking her if she has been a BNWalk, as yet, and does she have any news. I am not getting ANY response from her.
Collin and I have had a love affair for nearly 20 years, and he calls me 2-3 times a week. With no cause or explanation, he just dropped totally off the radar. This has NEVER happened before. Even when his phone got zapped by lightening, he found someone's phone to call and let me know he was alright. Should you make contact, PLEASE give him my number (maybe his phone was lost/stolen) (828)290-0210, and tell 'im mi laaaang fi 'ear 'im vice!!!
Thank you and Bless you,
Much love,
Kim

Kim, I will get in touch with him when I reach, and give him your info. This photo was taken last sept. We both adore Collin, a very sweet, gentle soul. The last several times we have been down, we have invited him out to a show at Roots. He loves the shows, I get a kick out of watching him start dancing/grooving to the music.Attachment 17438

I am sorry for your stress and worry. I would be glad to check for him when I arrive in 10 days. I don't know the beach but I can ask around Jah Bs and for the sea man you mentioned Birdman? Not sure when kim&betty are going to arrive.
Hold good thoughts - positive energy will bring good results. Although odd, I am sure there is a good reason he cannot reach you.
Also, maybe you want to post on the South Coast Message Board - there may be more people from that area.
Please let me know if you want me to check in Negril for information.

Sweetness, I just got off the phone with Kim, I gave her Herbie's number, he will pass on the info. If you do happen to be near Room's, Birdman has the glass bottom boat just north on the beach towards Root's Bamboo, he will know wha gwan. How did the visa stuff work out? Would still like to meet you, maybe in Oct.

THANK YOU ALL. My despair is lifting, just having gotten your kind/caring responses. Thanks for the honoring words about my "Poots," one of the most genuine people I have ever known.
If ANYONE can go by JahB's old location on Negril Beach, please check Collin and give him my number again (828)290-0210. There's a high possibility that his phone was lost/stolen/broken and he no longer has my number. Also, if he is not able to call me, a contact number for him would be soooo appreciated.
Again, my deepest gratitude.
Love n Light,
Kim

I am pretty sure thats the guy I bought a hanging bird from when I was sitting at Sunnyside in August.

Yes, Collin sells hanging bird carvings. Thanks for the "sighting." At least I know he's alive/well. If anyone is there and can get my number (listed several times in this thread) to him, or get me a number where I can call him, I am eternally grateful.
Peace n Much Love, Everytime!

Kim, did you get in touch with Herbie? Any news re Collin?

Aww, 20 yrs is a long time! I truly hope you are able to get back in touch with your sweetie soon.

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Originally Posted by PootoosinNCUSA

Thank you TiCtOC. I communicated briefly with the lady from Sunshine Foundation, via email. She answered my inquiry by saying "I think I know who you're talking about, but he doesn't live in BNWalk anymore." to which I responded..."Yes, he moved back there a few months ago." She also said she was leaving for Jamaica "soon", so I don't know exactly what that meant (soon come??). I have written her again asking her if she has been a BNWalk, as yet, and does she have any news. I am not getting ANY response from her.
Collin and I have had a love affair for nearly 20 years, and he calls me 2-3 times a week. With no cause or explanation, he just dropped totally off the radar. This has NEVER happened before. Even when his phone got zapped by lightening, he found someone's phone to call and let me know he was alright. Should you make contact, PLEASE give him my number (maybe his phone was lost/stolen) (828)290-0210, and tell 'im mi laaaang fi 'ear 'im vice!!!
Thank you and Bless you,
Much love,
Kim

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Originally Posted by kim&betty

Kim, did you get in touch with Herbie? Any news re Collin?

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Hey Kim.
No, actually I haven't had a chance to call JahB. My cell phone is really lame and doesn't allow ANY intl. calling, or even cards to do so (that I'm aware of). I am also up to my arse in blessings with a new job with huge responsibility. Just started a month ago, and I'm addressing the entire company to introduce the new operating system on Monday. So, I haven't had even a second to find someone to beg a call from a land line. I will link him soon. Just so grateful to know he is alive and well.
Many, many thanks to you again.
Kim :)

He also looks like the same man that we bought a hanging bird carving from at the end of This past August. We were staying at Rondel and saw him a few times each day. Very nice man, always a smile.

Sorry about hi-jacking the thread.
Does any one have a picture of the bird carvings they could post? Bet & brought home some small carved birds that on a small stand a few years ago. Our daughters dog chewed them up and these sound like they may be a good upgrade.

Again I apologize for the hi-jack and I hope your quest to find Collin is successful.

Steve

This is Tizzy's Parrot pic, I remembered she included it in her 1st trip reportAttachment 17543

That's about actual size if your signed in.

This thread seems a bit disingenuous. First we have an urgent plea to find the dearest of friends who have talked several times a week for the past decade. Boardies came to the rescue and found information about the person. And finally "I haven't had a chance to call", "My cell phone is really lame"!!!!! If it was that important, you would have found the time and means to call your friend.
Just Sayin'

Bob

I am just wondering why if they have been the "love of each others life for 20 years" why they haven't move together? Life is to short! Get with it girl! What are you waiting for? Go get him tiger! Bring him home then you don't have to ever worry!

That may not be in his plans.

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Originally Posted by rjonsun

This thread seems a bit disingenuous. First we have an urgent plea to find the dearest of friends who have talked several times a week for the past decade. Boardies came to the rescue and found information about the person. And finally "I haven't had a chance to call", "My cell phone is really lame"!!!!! If it was that important, you would have found the time and means to call your friend.
Just Sayin'

Bob

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Bob, as if you are the moderator of morality on the board...My mother has just had her 8th heart surgery, after being revived by the paddles countless times in the last month, alone. Perhaps you should reserve judgement about why someone is doing/not doing what you think they should on the board. I didn't choose to "hijack" the board with the serious concerns I have about my mother, as I doubt anyone can help with that...But for yours and anyone elses concern,in the MIDST of what my mom is undergoing I have been GRAVELY concerned not to have heard from a dearly, deary beloved friend for several months.
My cell phone is also totally lame, and, for some totally irresponsible reason (you can be sure), replacing it has not been a priority at this moment. I do truly appreciate your concern.
For those who might connect with Collin, tell him "Poots" will be in touch soon.
One Love

Truly flabbergasted by the judgement and suppositions coming at me. Since when did I become "wrong" in any way for caring about someone? I asked if anyone had seen him. Not what anyone supposes about our relationship. Check the bad mindedness, Man. I have nothing but love for him, and he for me...The rest is no one's business.

Sincere thanks for those who let me know he is alive and well. I'm sure we will link up soon.
Blessings,

Sweetness,
If you should see Collin, please let him know mi lang fi 'ear 'im vice. My mother is very ill at this time, so I have not had the where with all to track people down in Negril who can possibly go find him. I am worried about my mother's life right now.. I have a few minutes at ass-o-clock in the morning to get online and see if there are any new developments. So far, only insults and innuendos...Unnnnbelievable how rude and insensitive people can be about folks they don't know the first thing about...
I suspect Collin no longer has my number. If you see him, will you please ask him to call me at 828-290-0210.
I'm wishing you a safe and wonderful trip. Soak up all the vibes you can for me, too!
Peace n gratitude,
Kim

BeccaJean, If you're offering to go to Kingston, pay the fees and wait the years for (Possible) clearance for one of so many 'Nattys' that, in Jamaica, are "personal non grata." then maybe you've got a lot more $ than I do? or better ideas than we have exhausted over all of those years. Trus' mi, it hasn't gotten easier over those years either. Just try a day-trip to the offices in Kingston one day....it's a great tourist attraction. :-)

Thanks, Kim. In short, we just "vibed him up." I did get a message to JahB, but he never saw Collin, who is in Bread Nut Walk. Comedy of errors, but all is cool and well. Thanks all the people that responded caringly. I spoke with Collin last night. All is love.

Kim - I am happy you were able to track each other down, and hope all is well with your Mom. I know what it is like to be stressed with family medical problems. This is a big weekend/Monday for our family - my nephew is donating a kidney to his father with surgery scheduled for this Monday. Once I know all is well, I will be able to plan my next trip to JA (hopefully for a couple of months this winter - retirement is great for having available time).
Cheers
BCBud

PS Love your board name - for any newbies "Pootoos" in patois roughly translates to "little darling".

Pootoos I am so "appy" that you connected with your dear one. I was prepared to help if needed but sounds like you have had contact. Prayers of healing for your mom and strength for you and your family. Same to you BCBud - medicine is amazing and so is love and prayer~~~

yes Pootoos //// all is love

UPDATE: I have spoke with Collin and all is well and Blessed. Thanks from our hearts to those of you who helped us get reconnected. It's an interesting trip sometimes in Jamaica! It's nice to know there are so many good-hearted people connected to and through Jamaica. Keep the love going and growing.
Everytime!
Kim (Poots)

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Originally Posted by Jaherring

That may not be in his plans.

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Thanks for all the "SWEETNESS", Sweetness. My mom's is doing pretty well. New job is going well, and my Darling is safe and sound in Bread Nut Walk right now. Wish I could be there to drink one col' red stripe...hell, one Holyfield Rum Punch, to celebrate.
Please soak it all up and a few extra ounces for me too.
Love and more love,
Kim (Poots) :cool:

Bud, my thoughts and prayers go out to your family. The power of prayer can NOT be underestimated. Collin and I began calling each other "Pootoos" (no Earthly idea how to spell it), but yes "Darling/Sweetheart," many moons ago. We just shortened it to "Poots" for convenience. Collin told me he did see one gyal pon di beach wah luk jus like me, and he almost called out to her "Poots?", but alas, she was with another man...and of course, it wasn't I, the original "Poots!"
Wishing everyone who is "wishing they were a' yahd" a wonderful weekend, wherever you may be. Jamaica, soon come, soon come!

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Originally Posted by BCBud

Kim - I am happy you were able to track each other down, and hope all is well with your Mom. I know what it is like to be stressed with family medical problems. This is a big weekend/Monday for our family - my nephew is donating a kidney to his father with surgery scheduled for this Monday. Once I know all is well, I will be able to plan my next trip to JA (hopefully for a couple of months this winter - retirement is great for having available time).
Cheers
BCBud


PS Love your board name - for any newbies "Pootoos" in patois roughly translates to "little darling".

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Either I'm mest up (prolly) or the board is playing trickster, but I think I responded to several of you with my gratitude, and somehow, my responses went to responses to other posts (in the same thread). Maybe I'm hitting the wrong respond button...lol...Well, thanks to all warm wishes from those who have responded.
Love n Livity,
"Poots"

I hope you get good news very soon.