Indian Independence Day

August 15th is Indian Independence Day.  This year it was the 66th year of independence.  I celebrated my independence day by going to my school where there was going to be a little ceremony.  I got there and all the kids were lined up and half the ceremony had already been completed.  The headmistress said 9 AM.  I arrived by my clock at 9:03 AM.  I guess they were either very efficient or perhaps the ceremony started at an earlier time.  I was bummed I didn't get to see the flag raised.  Some of the kids were dressed in their uniforms, others were dressed in plain clothes, and then there were some that were dressed up in beautiful outfits and even had on elaborate jewelry and make-up.  It was very cute.  I did get to see all the students and their siblings receive their sweets from the headmistress which was cute.  I could of course not say no to some sweets.  I took some pictures of the kids after and then headed off to watch Laura's school's performance which included a few dance routines!!

Pictures from the day:  http://s1150.photobucket.com/albums/o602/kyliejedwards/Independence%20Day/