Children of the Guelaguetza

This has really been a spectacular week thus far.  I would venture a guess that it is the best Guelaguezta in years.  It might have something to do with having a new governor in place with a new administraion in charge of managing things.... but what do I know.
I do know that it is a photographer's dream and they were out in full force yesterday for the desfile or parade.  I showed up early at the plaza where all the delegations of dancers assembled.  It turned into a great fiesta with music and dancing everywhere you looked, a grand cacophony of sights and sounds.  I have plenty of new shots and video, but I thought I would start with some of the kids involved in the celebration.

Getting ready.


Not too cute.



Barbie was in attendance with her friend from the Cañada region if my eye for hupiles is getting better.

Even the spectators were decked out.
 
Not everyone was in the parade, but they were still having fun.

Dancing in the streets.

An abundance of pride and beauty.

These children insure that the guelaguetza will continue for many years.


 ¡Viva Oaxaca!