Belize Independence Day in Buena Vista

The school in Buena Vista has a parade every year for Independence Day.  Dennis and I were blessed to be there as they were getting ready.  Every classroom had something to do.  Ms. Melody's class all brought sticks during the week before, then they put balloons on the ends.  Many of the kids also had colored pictures of their flag and those were on sticks as well.

That is Jamilia right in front.  She is getting to be a teenager already.
These girls were dancers.

Trying to get organized.

Had to keep re-attaching balloons and flags.

Kids are kids!

Each class sponsored a younger one as their princess.  The girl who raises the most money wins.
That is Cheyenne in the pink.

This is Evangelina, Jose's daughter.

Finding out who will be Queen.

We had to wait a while.  To my left is Briani and my right is Dimas.

Dennis was there with me.  The kids gravitate to us gringos who smile.
Notice the lake of facial hair.  Looks totally different doesn't he.
I'm talking about Dennis.

The 2013 Independence Day Queen!

Then the parade was on!  We did not follow because if felt like
it was 120 out there.

It was great fun to watch the students.  They all had a great time. Sticks and balloons, flags and a couple of vehicles and you have a parade.   Many of these kids have nothing, but being at school makes them feel like they are part of something.  Even though none of the teachers are from the village they are all great and seem to want to make a difference.

Dennis and a teacher in the new office.  They are temporarily/permanently moving the router cable
for internet service to the classrooms.  (Note the tape in Dennis's hand.)
Sorry for the blurry picture.


So, we had a great morning at Buena Vista School.

Love you guys.