We met up with a few other families on the island and we headed over to the parade. We were told that it started at 1:00, so we left about 12:45 to get there. We were surprised that when we got there that no one was around, the streets were closed and there were a few venders, but there was hardly anyone out. We slowly started to realize why. The parade really wasn't going to get going till 3:00. Now in America, being early to a parade is normal, but here, in Grenadian time, whenever everyone shows up is when the parade starts.
So we stayed in the shade for a few hours then started to head up to where we could catch our bus and waited there for about 20-30 more minutes. It was a hot day and the kids fell asleep right when the parade came. It was quite the site though. A lot of color, dancing and loud music. It was quite the cultural experience.
3 comments:
WOW. those outfits are FAR OUT!!!!!
Great pictures of the costumes, the video makes it look so calm. I know its not! Glad you guys are having such a cultural time.
My word...That looks like a party. It makes our parade look dumpy.! Such beautiful and colorful costumes. Amazing. And the noise. Yes, it's a party!
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