Halloween on Tinian

Halloween frights

Today is Halloween. Unlike many places that have now banned costumes in school and in neighborhoods, or have to make ‘special arrangements’ for the children due to the danger in today’s society, Tinian is more like living in the 50’s, where we did not have to worry about such things. The children dressed up in their favorite costume prior to going to school. Then school was let out for a short time so that the children could have a Halloween Parade down Main Street. The parade started at the elementary school and up the street to the Mayor’s office, and then returned back to the school.

The police closed the road to traffic, and the children followed a police car up and down the street, sirens blaring occasionally. After visiting with the Mayor, they made a loop and returned to school. Some of the small children also visited the police station and clinic to show off their costumes.

Tonight there will be costume contest at the large ball field. Prizes and money will be given out for best costumes in many different catagories.

Terri was not able to see the parade, because Wednesday is baby day at the clinic (perhaps Terri’s favorite day of the week!). This is the day small babies are brought into the clinic for their ‘well-baby’ check. They line up in the hall and the nurses usher mother and baby into Terri’s office, where she waits excitedly to see the beautiful children. In fact, I think she laughs and giggles more than the babies do!

Just when I think Tinian couldn't get any better, it surprises me again!