How is it possible to be this cute? As I sat out in the middle of the floor, this young girl came up to me and said she was ready for her closeup. I loved how proud and confident she was. And her family was off to the side, all beaming. She was dancing this morning, in the guelaguetza or dance presentation, at the opening day of the 8th Annual Feria de Carrizo in San Juan Guelavia. After she stole my heart, these others followed her. I didn't even have to ask.
They were all so free, open and happy. Wow, what a treat. And they could dance.
Both of them looked so good, great form..
This is how traditions are woven into daily life and guarantees that they will continue long into the future. And what a rich culture they share and with such inherent elegance.
This is not to say, that they are not plugged right into the 21st century.
All these kids were just so at ease having their pictures taken. We had so much fun.
Obviously, there are lots of other shots, with lots of amazing things made from carrizo, the bamboo-like grass, but the kids come first. It's that damn cuteness thing. The feria is only on Sundays and the last one is Feb. 3. Be there or be square... on the QT.
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