Father's Day in Thailand is a VERY important day to Thais. It is celebrated on the King's birthday and everyone loves him like he is their own father. We got the day off of school and that night we had a celebration in my village.
Just about everyone met in front of the big picture of the King. After speeches and offerings were given everyone lit their candle.
After all the candles are lit we placed them in a sand box in front of the King's picture.
The King's name is written on the rectangular sign and then they lit a string of sparklers above it. I LOVE sparklers so this was just about the coolest thing ever. Maybe people reading this blog can remember this when they are planning my coming home party....
And of course there was dancers. These pretty ladies are from the high school and are wearing the traditional Thai dancers garb. The little one in front is the Principal's daughter.
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