This year, Mayor Jaime Zea threw a huge party for all of the seniors the "La Programa Especial de la Tercera Edad" or the special program for those in the third age. All of the groups were invited, the Martincitos and 8 or 9 others. The Mayor gave a wonderful speach saluting the elders who are, in fact, the people who first made Villa the place it is. Many of the group were with the original settlers in 1971.
Baloons were given out, gifts were given out, hot chocolate was distributed (they drink hot drinks all summer), and everyone got a Panetone (it's traditiional sweet bread with dried fruit).
Entertainment was provided by the inimicable Martincitos Dancers, as well as other dancers and singers from other groups.
In my mind, the tribute from the Mayor, recognizing these seniors as very , VERY important people was the best gift. The gift of self-esteem starts with the estimation of a grateful community.
Please see the pictures below.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment