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!!



37 comments:

  1. What a fantastic initiative. Great photos!

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

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  2. VERY cool!!!

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

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

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

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

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    1. 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. What a great community activity to do! :)

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

      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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

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

      Patricia, Sugar & Spice & All Things ? Nice

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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  20. Very cool! What a sweet project. :)

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    1. 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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