Tuesday, 11 June 2013

Wordless Wednesday June 12,2013




Going for the Gold....Marigolds that is....

A group of school students in the southern  New Brunswick area are hoping to break the world record for the most flowers planted in one day.


On June 6,2013 the local schools took to the streets and headed to Main Street to begin the 16th annual Marigolds on Main Street. They have been growing marigold plants for the past few months and now was time to "get'er done"!!!


With amazing teachers, a few parents (and this grandparent) accompanying them, the boys and girls were in high spirits and optimistic that the previous record of 1,215 participants could beaten. All construction work in the area ceased, and streets were closed down to maintain optimum safety for all concerned.
A detour around an idle piece of heavy equipment is just a bonus!


Arriving from all directions to convene on Main Street!

Nothing like a warm-up dance to get in the mood to break a record.













With the help of plastic spoons, little hands did a lot of work!
 Just some of the hundreds of children who participated.

Two sweet little boys waiting for their turn to dig in!!



























Oh,yeah, in case you are wondering ,although not official...yet.. the record was shattered!!



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37 comments:

  1. Mystery Case11 June 2013 at 19:01

    What a fantastic initiative. Great photos!

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:23

      I agree,Mystery Case. This was the 16th annual event and it keeps getting better!

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  2. OrangeHeroMama11 June 2013 at 19:11

    VERY cool!!!

    http://www.homeofohm.com/2013/06/wordlesswednesday-mini-merida-w-linky.html

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  3. Catch My Words11 June 2013 at 19:42

    I hope you officially did shatter the record. Good luck!

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com/2013/06/wordless-wednesday-mazel-tov.html

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:22

      Thanks,Joyce, we will know in a few MONTHS... you now how these things go!

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  4. Tony MacKeand11 June 2013 at 19:44

    Great pictures and good record to beat!

    I'm just popping in to say thanks for joining the Biannual Blogathon Bash and we look forward to connecting with you next weekend.

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  5. Unknown11 June 2013 at 20:31

    Yay!!!!! I think it's so great when little kids work so hard and see their hard work pay off once in awhile!! Good job!!
    Tiffany

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  6. Monica12 June 2013 at 05:41

    I love so much about this project. Mainly how the kids become so involved but also how beautiful everything looks when it is finished. Great job kids!!

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:19

      Thanks, Monica. I was actually at the school and saw from the classroom on how much work and preparation goes into doing this. Those teachers are amazing and the kids did a great job of not straying away!!!

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  7. momto8blog12 June 2013 at 06:56

    how fun!!!!! flowers make every space better!!!!
    I am your newest follower..pls follow back if you can.
    happy WW!

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:17

      Hi momto8blog, thanks for the comment. Am now your follower as well.
      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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  8. Unknown12 June 2013 at 07:23

    Oh, that is awesome =) congrats on shattering the record too.

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:16

      Hey, Jamie, those kids are the best!! They deserve a boost after 16 years of planting!

      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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  9. LisaMarieF12 June 2013 at 08:19

    What a great community activity to do! :)

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:16

      Thanks, Lisa, it has become a wonderful example to set for the kids!

      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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  10. Kat Gignac12 June 2013 at 09:24

    What an accomplishment! I love it! Fun, beautiful AND a record-breaker; sounds like the perfect day!

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 11:15

      It was pretty much picture perfect, Kathryn. Thanks for stopping by.

      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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  11. Robin12 June 2013 at 10:56

    Great pics. Perhaps some of those kids will learn to love gardening. You never know what roots you plant when you do a project of this nature!

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  12. Kathy12 June 2013 at 14:41

    What a wonderful way to get a job done, by including the children. They will see those flowers and know they were a part of making it happen.
    Kathy at Oak Lawn Images

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 16:36

      Thanks,Kathy, I agree, it's a win-win situation.

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  13. Sarah Allen12 June 2013 at 14:50

    So fabulous! What a great idea and activity :)

    Sarah Allen
    (From Sarah, With Joy)

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    1. Unknown12 June 2013 at 16:37

      Thanks for the comment, Sarah! We all had fun!

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  14. Country Mouse, City Mouse13 June 2013 at 11:12

    What a great idea! I am sure the kids had a blast.

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  15. Paula Schuck13 June 2013 at 15:08

    I love marigolds and I still need to plant some this year I think. Anything that is hands on and gets kids out of school and learning science and biology I support fully. Good for them!!

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    1. Unknown13 June 2013 at 15:14

      Thanks, Paula. I agree, there is more to life that what is in the written words. Thanks for your comment.

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  16. Julie Harrison14 June 2013 at 04:40

    that photo where you can see the whole line of kids is amazing! it's nice to really feel a part of something so I'm sure the kids feel so proud!

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    1. Unknown14 June 2013 at 04:44

      Thanks, Julie, the kids were really pumped to be a part of it.Hopefully they will learn a bit, as well!

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  17. Kristen@CountryFitFamily14 June 2013 at 04:50

    Wow, that's awesome. I would love to have my kids participate in something like that. I plant marigolds at my house every year.

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    1. Unknown14 June 2013 at 18:12

      Thanks for your comment, Kristen. It's the school's effort but I fully support them with it!

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  18. Unknown14 June 2013 at 05:24

    What a great message to share with your children. I love the pics

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    1. Unknown14 June 2013 at 18:12

      You are very kind, Jennifer. Have a wonderful day!

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  19. Kate @ Another Clean Slate18 June 2013 at 19:30

    Congrats on beating the record! Sounds like a great way to spend a day!

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  20. JoKnows29 June 2013 at 08:49

    Very cool! What a sweet project. :)

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    1. Unknown29 June 2013 at 09:29

      Thanks, Jo, the kids had a blast and the city looked better for it! I'd call that a win-win situation.

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