CR Independence Day- Sept 15th

Recyclying float

Brad and Gabi in front of the roasted chicken restaurant's wood pile- our viewing spot for the parade which offered some shade for Gabi.

Many musicians performed for the parade.

McKenna and Tatum sporting their Independence headbands as they lined up to watch the parade.

Costa Rican flag

Two little girls sporting the Costa Rican national dress as part of the parade.

McKenna and Tatum proudly dress up in the CR national dress as they prepare to attend the Lincoln school Independence parade.

Tatum flashing her shy pose.....we all know there's hardly a shy bone in her body :)

McKenna showing off her full skirt, great for twirling! These costumes are our newest additions to the dress up fashion wardrobe for playtime.

Today is Independence Day here in CR. McKenna and Tatum enjoyed dressing up in the Costa Rica typical dress for a day of festivities at school. We barbequed at friends' yesterday where the girls enjoyed quad riding, especially Tatum who insisted at driving at every opportunity! And we attended a colorful parade in Tibas, a nearby town, earlier this morning. Many marching bands and colorful floats and costumes. I thought I was fortunate to enjoy a 2nd Mother's Day holiday celebration upon arriving in CR in mid-August, and the kids also voiced their enjoyment at getting a second round of independence partying this past weekend--we're definately double dipping on the holiday front!