Every year in Bolivia at about this time there is a two holiday called "Carnaval". These two days of extreme partying precede the 40 days of lent. The idea is to do everything that you will not be able to do during the fasting that accompanies lent. So in the streets there are: loud music, dancing, drinking, parades, costumes, water fights and lots of fire works.
The old saying goes, "When life gives you lemons make lemonade." We don't like being in the city during this time so we plan a get away for the family. This year we went to a place called "Casa Campestre" on the outskirts of town. It was nice. There were about two hours of sunshine both days combined. But there were other things to do on the grounds, besides playing in the pool, such as foozball, wooded walking trails, a playground, and cable tv (something we don't have here in the house). It was very good to spend a couple of days just hanging out as a family.
4 comments:
How fun! It looks like you all had a great time. I love those moments, gifts of time with family. And...if only Mama was as fun as Papa it would have been perfect :) It was good to see your smiling face!
These pictures are great! It looks like you guys really made the most of your few days away!!!
I couldn't view the pictures for some reason, but I'm glad you guys had a good time getting away from the craziness. :-)
I love my family!
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