Welcome to the New 2011 NDP Government

Welcome to the Honorable Members of the 2nd House of Assembly in the British Virgin Islands:

1st Andrew Fahie - VIP

2nd Alvin Christoper - VIP

3rd Julian Fraser - VIP

4th Mark Vanterpool - NDP

5th Delores Christopher - NDP

6th Alvera Maduro-Caines - NDP

7th Dr. Kedrick Pickering - NDP

8th Marlon Penn - NDP

9th Ralph O'Neal - VIP

At-large:

Dr. Orlando Smith NDP

Myron Walwyn NDP

Archibald Christian NDP

Ronnie Skelton NDP

 

We have all repeated one phrase today, "The people have spoken". For the previous months, many repeated "Leh We Do This Thing". From today forward, I say it's about "doing the real things". We have infrastructure to mend, a hospital to complete and staff, tourism to revive, agriculture to grow, education to truly go from so-so to good and youths to empower and inspire positively.

We also have to remember that while we have elected representatives, we also have our work to do to. I hear people saying that the new government will not do us right and we will be sorry. I firmly state that we will not let them slip to that point - the point we were at on November 6, 2011. We have to help them work to get our BVI back on track. If we can co-exist with our representatives and the opposition, then we do more.

In relation to the opposition, we have four vocal VIP representatives who I expect will stay on the issues. Otherwise, they should not expect to be back in the next election. Many of them almost were ousted so they need to watch their backs. The want and need for power is crippling and this is why we have to work with all our reps to keep them grounded.

I pledge my support to the 5th district where I am about to go to live and to the 6th district where I attend church, have family and where my children's school is located.

We have to keep 'doing this thing' - this unity, this national pride - to keep our heads afloat in this trying times. Welcome to the Honorable Dr. D. Orlando Smith and his Cabinet. We are looking forward to your best representation as we work together to improve our BVI.

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Voting of At-Large Votes Still Being Completing but it looks like NDP

As I rush to prepare to head to work, the NDP team still looks like they got the four AT-Large votes from the voting public in the BVI. There may be another two hours before the AT-Large votes are counted. I will be updating the blog tonight with the final information.

I think we can say that the NDP Government is back in from 2003 and have ousted the VIP Government who was voted back in 2007.

All the best to all the elected persons. We have a lot of work to do so let's do it!!!!!!!!

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At-Large Ballots Still Counting at 5:33Am

There is still no confirmed close to the At-Large votes as yet. The NDP candidates are still ahead. However, VIP's Irene Penn-O'Neal seems to be edging in on Archibald Christian.

I went to sleep after two because I was really tired. I'm about to get ready for work and get the children on the go.

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BVI Elections - At-Large Ballots Still Being Counted

The At-Large ballots are still being counted in the BVI Elections. So far, the National Democratic Party is in the lead with Archibald Christian, Myron Walwyn, Dr. Orlando Smith and Ronnie Skelton. The Virgin Islands Party with Zoe Walcott-McMillan, Vernon Malone, Irene Penn-O'Neal and Keith Flax are trailing.

The People's Progressive Alliance with Natalio 'Sowande' Wheatley, Shaina Smith, Elton Callwood and Khoy Smith are coming along as well.

The independants are Lionel Penn, Eileene Baronville, Betrand 'Washasha' Lettsome and Edmund Maduro. Lettsome is so far doing the best in the independents and has run a good campaign.

There is no doubt that all the boxes have to be counted before clear winners are declared. However, if leads start to stretch then we'll know what's going to happen.

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VIP has retained 4 Districts and NDP has grabbed up 5

These are the district results for the November 7, 2011 BVI elections:

First District - Andrew Fahie (VIP) returns
Second District - Alvin Christopher (VIP) returns
Third District - Julian Fraser (VIP) returns
Fourth District - Mark Vanterpool (NDP) back from 2003
Fifth District - Delores Christopher (NDP) back from 2003
Sixth District - Alvera Maduro-Caines (NDP)
Seventh District - Kedrick Pickering (NDP) returns
Eight District - Marlon Penn (NDP)
Ninth District - Ralph T. O'Neal (VIP) returns

The At-large ballots are still being counted so there is no way to say who will run the government yet.

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Marlon Penn is the NEW 8th District Representative

With upset suprise vote-out, Marlon Penn has won the 8th District seat over the incumbent, Hon. Dancia Penn. Both Penns ran a clean campaign. It would have been interesting to see what would have happened if the other opponents Bevis Sylvester and Nolan Davis had bowed out of the election.

However, congrats to the Hon. Marlon A. Penn. He has a lot to do in his district and I know he has a plan. As I have posted before, we know that the community has to come together and work with who is in place.

Congrats Marlon!

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Alvera Maduro-Caines has been elected to the 6th District in the BVI

Well it is truly a new day for the 6th District in the BVI. Mrs. Alvera Maduro-Caines has ousted 32-year politician Hon. Omar Hodge. It is truly a new dawning for the 6th District. I hope that all the voters will stand by her and work with her.

We have spoken and I think we are happy. She has a lot of work to do and we have lots to accomplish. We just have to remember that building the community is everyone's job.

Congratulations to Hon. Alvera Maduro-Caines!

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BVI Election Results are coming in - four districts confirmed

The excitement is hot and the suspense is brewing!

First District - Andrew Fahie (VIP) returns
Second District - Alvin Christopher (VIP) returns
Fourth District - Mark Vanterpool (NDP) back from 2003
Fifth District - Delores Christopher (NDP) back from 2003
Seventh District - Kedrick Pickering (NDP) returns

I will repost as I get more updates.

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November 7, 2011 will mark a new beginning for the British Virgin Islands

November 7, 2011 will mark a new beginning for the British Virgin Islands. The decisions that the people make will have a significant impact of the way of life and the culture of the country. While there has been a spirit of diviseness, we are hoping that the visit to the polls will cure this. Certainly, we do not want this to get worse.

I have my predictions on who will win but what I am hoping for is the best of all teams present to unite to improve our BVI. What we really need is unity in the country. The party lines that divide us only make the country weaker. We have prayed for the people to vote with their hearts and with their country in mind first.

I have favorites coming from the three parties and among the independents. However, they all can't win but we have to try to work with who will. I personally have seen some incumbents that must go. It is no longer acceptable to take the nonsense that they pass out - in bad decisions or white/brown envelopes. Some are still embroiled in this corrupt style of politics and it must stop. They are taking our country's treasury and spilling the money for unworthy causes.

What we need is to see the benefits of our labor. We need to know that projects are technically sound and cost effective. We want stiffer accountability from all levels of government. We want our infrastructure fixed. We want education brought back on track. We want the sewerage where it is supposed to be not on the road.

It is a pivotal time and all I can ask is for the people to pray before they cast their ballot. The future is literally in your hands.

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Addictions

I'm addicted to chocolate - sort of. Some days I don't even think about it and other days I need my sweet. Everyone has their fix. So what's yours? I'm realizing some people love their weaves, nails, Facebook, Blogger etc.

Sometimes I get addicted to a game such as Sudoku, Mahjong or crossword puzzles but that's when I need a brain challenge. I guess I more need the chocolate when my period is on its way. I'm not a hair addict but I create styles for my daughter and myself because I refuse to pay to have our hair styled. It's costly and I get to have fun with our hair.

I'm not a shoe addict because I get shoes for neccessity. However, I can be a sucker for a cute shoe if it's in my budget. I guess I can be an addict for saving too because I'm not that much of a spender.

I'm really not hooked on anything really. I admonish those who are addicted to prescription or illegal drugs, fast food, Facebook, alcohol, sex, porn sites etc to get help. These vices take a lot out of your life and distract you from your family. Go to a counsellor and get help.

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