Fiji Day is a celebration of their independence from Britain in 1970.
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Doug being marched onto the field |
One of the churches set up stands along the waterpark and spent the day competing in all kinds of fun games.
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Doug and his Yellow Teammates |
We could hear the music from our boat, so decided we had to check it out.
So happy that we did.
There were 4 teams competing and visitors were invited to select a team and join the competitions.
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The Bun Race |
Doug decided to join the Yellow Team (Steeler colors). He had a great time – just glad he brought his black and yellow umbrella!
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Ball passing - too funny |
Doug was selected to compete in the “Bun Race”.
What a hoot. Trying to eat a bun on a string that was constantly moving. He got 2nd place – pretty good!
I was selected for the water balloon toss, but I am not sharing those photos – hah!
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Coconut Husking |
There were all kinds of competitions: coconut husking/grating, sack races, basket weaving, water balloon tossing, egg carrying race, plus lots of singing and dancing and so much laughter.
The Yellow Team invited us to share their lunch – it was amazing and so much food!
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My favorite dancer |
As guests, we were served first. A big plate filled with taro, rice, chicken curry, grilled pork, and palusami's (onions, coconut milk, wrapped in taro leaves and baked). We were stuffed!
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Dancing and singing - beautiful |
We aren’t sure which team won the competitions, but know that everyone had a great time, plus raised money for their church.
A very fun day. Enjoy the rest of the pictures!
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The Committee |
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Cooling off |
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The Orange Team |
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Pretty girl |
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Watching the competitions |
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The kids loved Doug |
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Just adorable |
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Basket weaving - Mary won |
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Mary celebrating |
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The Orange Team dancing |
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Sack races |
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The Purple Team |
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Zack and Ronin enjoying the show |
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More singing and dancing |
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