Trip Report 3

A trip to Candon is not complete without visiting the wet market.   Lola used to pick
mangoes and sell them at the local market for pocket change.  

Ella soaks in the sights and smells at the fishmonger.  She later contemplates (albeit very briefly) life as a vegetarian.

Trikes are a main source of transportation in Candon.  Much like the tuk-tuks in Thailand.

The town hosted a parade.  No doubt the family had to have their own float.  

That's our wheels in front.  

Truly a hysterical experience.

Throwing candy out to the local spectators.

I'm surprised no one was taken out by a passing motorist.  Diving for candy in Candon is not for the faint of heart.

Following the parade was a picnic on the beach.  No utensils, no plates.  Seaweed, fish, shrimp, sea urchins and rice on banana leaves.  No waste, no mess.  Brilliant.

Post picnic cuddle with Lola.

Extra time for the pool following the picnic.  Five big thumbs up from the kiddos.

Dean loves.

Tita Caring is the ex-superintendent for the school.  Lolo's mother also taught.  The kids were able to visit and share with the first and third grade classrooms.  

Curiosity on both ends; Dylan peeks inside.  The kids greeted us through the windows.

Ella and Allyn carrying treats for their classmates.

Loved this.

The bus picked us up from Tita Caring's home.  A ten hour return trip to Manila awaited.

Goodbye house!

One last goodbye from our seat on the bus.