Monday, June 15, 2009

Dragon Boat Festival

We really enjoyed the Dragon Boat Festival on the Plaza over the weekend. Marissa's dance class was one of those asked to dance. Her class was second on the stage and danced the ever-popular bee dance. On the video of the dance, Marissa is the one who takes repeated bows. We also watched the dragon boats, excited by the colorful dragon heads and entranced by the rowers in-sync with the drummer seated at the front of the boat. Daddy purchased a new umbrella from China for Marissa, who actually LOVES umbrellas and parasols and uses them out in the sun to protect her skin, just as her ancestors in China most likely did. In her estimation, a girl can NEVER have too many umbrellas. There were many other dancers and performers, all talented, and we really enjoyed our time at the festival. There were also craft and food booths, and a time to see friends and enjoy the day.

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