This week at Maggie Lou’s school they celebrated Uniting Nations Week. The highlights included the Parade of Nations and an International Food Fair. The parade was AMAZING – it was heartwarming and inspiring to see the different dress, hear the different music and witness the hundreds of adorable smiles from the very diverse student body. Jack enjoyed seeing the various flags, Michael enjoyed hearing Stompin’ Tom Connors and I enjoyed seeing Maggie Lou in her red, white and blue.
To see the parade (it’s long, but neat) check out this link:
http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/44244100
parents awaiting the parade
Principal Hoff introducing the parade – and reveling in Olympic Canadian Hockey wins!
Cape Breton!!
Some of Maggie Lou’s friends from down under.
Maggie Lou’s teacher, Ms. Priya.
Chinese friends:)
Our friend and neighbor, Brent, (holding the flag) from the Philippines.
Jack’s favorite flag (lions and swords) from Sri Lanka.
Friends from Sweden:)
Representing!
The Food Fair was organized chaos – there were probably a few tons of food on hand – shocking that the desserts from each country seemed to go faster than the traditional snacks and main courses. The American table did a Thanksgiving Theme — turkey with all the trimmings, apple and pumpkin pie and of course, hot dogs and cupcakes. We brought the potatoes (Flagging down a taxi in 95 degree heat while carrying 10 pounds of mashed potatoes is an experience I won’t soon forget! ) and were on hand to help pass out food. Jack was happy to be surrounded by diverse treats – and was a great helper to team USA. Malaysia with their rose flavored ice pops and Belgium with their chocolate mousse seemed to be favorites among the students.
USA table
Helper Jack
Canadian neighbors with yummy pea soup!
Both Maggie & Jack liked Pakistani food – although a bit spicy, they munched on chicken wraps and some sort of samosa type snack!
Our friend and neighbor, Brent, getting into the Malaysian satay!
Japan’s presentation won points with Mama.
Jack was soo happy to get to walk around with ML’s class! It was a great day:)
Aldous Family Adventures 
Thank god for fourth of july apparel amiright??! I wish my school had one of these!
What an amazing experience. It looks like so much fun, and is such a great way to build friendships!
Meanwhile, as you probably know, we have more snow….and apparently the possibility of more snow coming next week. But the Boston Boat Show is in full swing, so spring must be coming….right?
How hard is it to find cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie in Singapore? ~The Admiral
Wow- it looks like a great day!!! ML looks so happy and what amazing school! Enjoy every min.!
Miss you all!
Love the pictures – thank you for sharing!
What a great experience for you all.