Every year, the first Saturday in December is our town's Christmas Parade. We don't have many of the seasonal reminders of Christmas that you would see in the North (like snow!), so the parade is the signal to one and all that the Season is open!
I think everyone in town knows someone, and most know several people who are in the parade. Our friend Bill was in the Knights of Columbus contingent. Yes, he gets to keep the car!!
Our godson, Sebastian, rode with our friend Laurie who is on the School Board, in her convertible. He's reaching into the basket to throw some candy to the kids.
The shriners were there with their crazy little cars and the clowns.
There were 4 bands! This is our friend Sara, playing the tuba. (3rd one in) She looked like she was ready to fall over. It was about 80 degrees, and they were marching into the sun.
Harry was there in his motorized armchair, with his kids. The guy who drives the porta-potty that pops wheelies didn't show this year, though.
Lots of boats, including one 18 foot sportfishing boat that was left to a local waitress as a tip (!) from a loyal customer when he got too sick to enjoy it. Love the sea horses!
Lots of animals
Tshirts and beach balls were thrown to the crowd
And a great time was had by all!
I think everyone in town knows someone, and most know several people who are in the parade. Our friend Bill was in the Knights of Columbus contingent. Yes, he gets to keep the car!!
Our godson, Sebastian, rode with our friend Laurie who is on the School Board, in her convertible. He's reaching into the basket to throw some candy to the kids.
The shriners were there with their crazy little cars and the clowns.
There were 4 bands! This is our friend Sara, playing the tuba. (3rd one in) She looked like she was ready to fall over. It was about 80 degrees, and they were marching into the sun.
Harry was there in his motorized armchair, with his kids. The guy who drives the porta-potty that pops wheelies didn't show this year, though.
Lots of boats, including one 18 foot sportfishing boat that was left to a local waitress as a tip (!) from a loyal customer when he got too sick to enjoy it. Love the sea horses!
Lots of animals
Tshirts and beach balls were thrown to the crowd
And a great time was had by all!
1 comment:
I love a small-town parade! Whether it's the 4th or July or Christmas, everyone is so involved and waving and cheering. It's been awhile since I've seen one, so thanks for sharing.
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