Sunday, December 28, 2008

Philippine Christmas 2008

Christmas Eve at Andrey and Jen's house. We had a great time together of opening some gifts, singing a few Christmas carols, listening to music, being part of the celebrations in their home.
Christmas Day we awoke early to travel to the church community party at a local school. Jen and Andrey, Lou and I had the fun task of taking pictures of family groupings. The people who came to participate in the celebrations do not own cameras. They were all excited to have their picture taken. Arrangements are being made to give the pictures to them. As seen in the pictures below, there was also ice cream served. Face painting and balloons were offered to the children. After that there was a worship service and lunch was served to all. True to most Filipino gatherings there were dramas, dancing and games played. Gifts were given to each person before they left. More than 800 people were in attendance.
It was a Christmas celebration we will always remember.







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