April Jackson, Miss Jamaica Universe 2008, with her spanking new BMW at The Gleaner yesterday. - Andrew Smith/Photography Editor

Whether they were showers of blessing or a rain on his parade, the prime minister's post-budget reception was still a well-attended affair.

Prime Minister Bruce Golding (right) welcomes Governor General Sir Kenneth Hall and Lady Hall.

United States Ambassador Brenda LaGrange Johnson (left) with Director of Public Prosecutions Paula Llewellyn at the post-budget reception. - Photos by Colin Hamilton/Freelance Photographer

Zia Mian and Mitsy Seaga enjoy each other's company at Prime Minister Bruce Golding's post-budget reception. Mitsy is overjoyed at the prospect of being a grandmother again. The stork will make a visit to her daughter, Annabella, any day now.

Pretty women (from left), Dr Diana Thorburn, Neadene Tufton and Paula Mair have a little chit-chat at the prime minister's post- budget reception.