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and this too: Rum Punch is a staple in Jamaica, and is the perfect summertime drink. Everywhere you go, you’ll find rum punch. There are seemingly endless variations on this classic Jamaican drink, but this recipe is the most basic. This is closest to what I had most often in Jamaica, although I also tried more advanced variations, which I’ll mention at the end of the recipe. Ingredients The basic measurements are as follows: 1 part sour 2 parts sweet 3 parts strong 4 parts weak What is used for each part (sour, sweet, strong, and weak) is what provides the endless variations. What I found most often is closest to these ingredients: 1 part fresh lime juice 2 parts grenadine syrup (Note: Anchor Cherry Syrup is more traditional in Jamaica, but harder to find elsewhere.) 3 parts Wray & Nephew Overproof White Rum 4 parts water Preparation Mix all ingredients in a pitcher or punch bowl. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve over ice.

havent tried it but just googled it SIMPLE JAMAICAN RUM PUNCH RECIPE INGREDIENTS: Serves: 10-12 4 Cups water 1 Cup lime or lemon juice 3 cups strawberry-flavored syrup 2 cups Jamaican white rum Mix all ingredients together in a punch bowl. Serve over ice cubes with a piece of lime or lemon. Water and rum maybe added to weaken or strengthen as needed.

martha, i forgot to say i love your new avatar! so cute!

yay thanks for the explanation alex!

oh YAY! i've been so so busy the last months that i havent had time to participate, but i DID read this book about 2 months ago. i really really liked it. i was kinda grossed out a few times like when jacob walked in on the little guy (forgot his name) with his nudie mags. the description was just gross but i think august totally got what he deserved! he was such a jerk. i felt so so bad for the elephant. i really liked the interaction between jacob and the nurse, and i was sad when she left but it made sense as a good turning point for jacob to run away to the circus again. i was so happy he got to join up with them again, and how cool of his new "son" to just go along with jacob when the cops came looking for him. that rocked.

oh cool! going to look at the pics now you HAVE to find a way for us to watch the video! yay they're gorgeous! you really made the right choice with kristie!

Quote: Originally Posted by Rache1124 Ooooh Abbie! I can't wait to see the pics - I can't believe it is so close!!!!!!!!! That means mine is just around the corner! Yikes!!!! yay! Does anyone know if we can text/use our cell phones in Mexico - or if we can add something to our plans for this purpose Just a little nervous about communication with guests and dog-sitter back home. i havent tried text, but our sprint phones work there. we just call ahead and make sure the service is set up, its much cheaper than paying the roaming fees or using calling cards on noisy street corners.

andrea those are fun i love your dress! i saw it at kohls last night and wanted it but i'm on $ restrictions right now damn weddin'!

in WA the license/certificates dont have a name change line, you sign with your current legal name, then you take your certificate to the social security office to get a new card in new name, then DMV, etc., etc, etc. i would take your registered certificate to the SS office and start there.

yay! happy day to all my favorite northern neighbors! pssssst.... what's canada day? like 4th of July for us 'Mericans?

lauren that sucks royally doug and i get so snippity with each other when we dont see each other enough, so i can only imagine what its like for you! i agree with jessica, give it some more time (well, like you have a choice! but anyways....) and try to complain to us instead of him. its s good thing he likes the job, so try to focus on that and not on the stress part of it. once he gets settled into the idea and transition of a new job he will remember that his lovely wife is patiently waiting for him to pay attention to her! {{{HUGS}}}

thanks jamy, i needed a de-stressing laugh today

i like #3! woowoo!

yay katrina! 7-11 brides will always be the bestest! i love seeing all your stuff together, it really looks great. the colors are so fantastic! i cant believe our day is almost here, and i am so jealous you get to go to mexico WAY before me. have an amazing time!

Quote: Originally Posted by katrina yay! when are you posting your planning thread? i'm hoping to do mine pretty soon. i've got almost all my pics together,i just wanted to get all the last minute stuff in, but i cant think what it would be! i have SO many pics, so i'm gonna pick out the best ones and then put a link to my shutterfly album so everyone can just go there for the full shabang Quote: Originally Posted by cmmdee I just want to say right now that this JULY BRIDES thread has been the best EVER! and I will miss you guys when I'm gone and it has been so fun sharing planning details with you guys. You guys are the best ever. BDW rocks! :) ditto! Quote: Originally Posted by Maura i'll turn this into the "married in july 08" thread once july is over so we can all still have a place to chat and catch up post-wedding yay! that will be so cool

ooh katrina and i will probably have our reviews and some pics up the same week! we get home on the 19th!! woo hoo!

jenny those are so cute! i saw them in the store, but we're not doing seating. cant wait to see yours in real pics!

sorry no clothing ideas, but wow michelle! so are you gonna do the name change ahead of time? you've got forever until november! dont forget to make sure your tickets AND passport are in the correct legal name you will use at the time of travel. maybe save name change till later??

Quote: Originally Posted by LC_Rachel That's what I was going to say Abbie. I heard that somewhere too. I can't test the theory on my (chubby) stomach because I won't let it see the light of day. LOL hahaha, sadly, me too

yay so happy! i love first name basis

gorgeous pics! more please

amy it all looks awesome! i am so excited for you, cant wait to see how it all comes together!

thanks girl! love the ideas

more confusion!

great review morgan i love your view on things, some things are so important to you, and you are so good about the "oh well factor" on other things that didnt matter as much. thanks for being a great inspiration to me these last 10 months!