Monthly Archives: September 2011

“Despite himself”

Posted on September 30, 2011 by biginjamaica

Here’s the text from an article in the Economist about Golding’s surprising and puzzling resignation: Jamaica’s prime minister Golding goes The political price of an extradition ON THE face of things, the announcement on September 25th by Bruce Golding that … Continue reading →

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Damn lizards won’t let me sleep

Posted on September 30, 2011 by biginjamaica

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Bruce Golding’s resignation

Posted on September 29, 2011 by biginjamaica

So what’s the real deal with the Jamaican Prime Minister? Golding’s resigned and hasn’t really given us a reason. Personally, I don’t think it’s a bad thing that he’s going to quit. Just want to know why. Also, it’s going … Continue reading →

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Jamaica Tourist Board Poster Girl

Posted on September 29, 2011 by biginjamaica

We’re all familiar with The Jamaica Tourist Board Poster Girl. Guess what? She’s Trinidadian. 1972 . 2001 Here’s the story taken from a 2001 Jamaica Gleaner article: “By Janet Silvera, Freelance Writer WESTERN BUREAU: HER PICTURE graces the walls of … Continue reading →

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Gotta keep the beer handy

Posted on September 28, 2011 by biginjamaica

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“Coconut water to wash off your heart”

Posted on September 27, 2011 by biginjamaica

We have coconuts all around us in Jamaica. “One cup of coconut water contains 46 calories and no fat. The drink also provides only 9 g of carbohydrates per cup, with 3 g of fiber. Coconut water provides 58 mg … Continue reading →

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