Tuesday, July 5, 2016

76 Trombones Led the Big Parade!


"76 Trombones led the Big Parade 
And one hundred and one cornets close at hand..."

Remember that song from the Music Man?


Well, Fourth of July parades in every state are among this country's finest.  


Rather than describe them in words, the rest of this post is going to be photos of a heart-thumping parade in the green hills of western Massachusetts!











It was a gala.

In the next post, we'll show you the Latino float and dancers so, if interested, stay tuned!

WHAT, IF ANYTHING, DO YOU LOVE ABOUT PARADES?

12 comments:

Chatty Crone said...

Well the thing I like today about parades is the memories it brings from when the kids were little. They would go right past our home! Yours look beautiful!

Linda O'Connell said...

Parades make my heart thump! Music Man is playing at our outdoor live theater this week, and the weather is perfect for an evening performance at The Muny.

Merlesworld said...

I always like the floats.
Merle.....

GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart said...

Exciting patriotic and fun parade. Forth of July is a special national holiday and I really enjoyed your photos!

TARYTERRE said...

who doesn't love a parade? looks delightful. Full of positive energy.

Victoria Marie Lees said...

Truly amazing, Susan. Thanks for the beautiful photos. What a beautiful day you had. We are lucky to be living in the United States of America. All the best, my dear!

Karen Lange said...

I do remember that song! I always loved going to parades when I was young. My Mom took my sisters and I to several local ones every year. Her father used to take her, so she carried on the tradition. I didn't do as well carrying that on with my kids since there weren't any parades close by our home. But maybe I can find a few to take the grandsons to as they get older. :) Have a lovely weekend!

Lady Linda said...

Oh, I just love parades. We have a special one here in OR in June...The Rose Festival Parade. It's so pretty. I even like the bands and all the music. What a lovely day you had for your parade.

Barbara Neubeck said...

.. wow.. your parade photos are great Susan.... we don't have much of a parade culture in Australia, not like in America....
I think the colour, movement and music would be wonderful..
I loved the movie, The Music Man..
hugs... Barb xxx

Alexis said...

Great photos! I love the spirit!

diane.stetson said...

Loved the bands in the parade and all the floats. Had a great time with all the family there under the big red tent. Thanks for the photos.

janice15 said...

Just lovely with love Janice

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