Hi, everyone. I know that by now you’ve seen the parade on TV and have probably talked to your kids, so I’ll just post some of the pictures I’ve taken.
I was standing in the press box, so I had a nice, close view. But as soon as I saw them coming down the street, I got really nervous. I knew this would be my only chance to get pictures of them! And they were moving so fast! That was the only downside to having to work the parade: I was so focused on taking pictures and making sure I was getting good photos that I completely forgot to simply listen to them and watch them as they went past. But a few of you have posted video links in the comments section, so I will definitely check those out when I have the time.
Above: The band approaches the press stand.
Above: Diana Williams turns to check on her band.
Above: The clarinet section approaches.
After the band passed me at the press stand, I high-tailed it a couple of miles down Colorado Boulevard to the section where the Webb City folks were sitting. Thus I managed to watch the band go by a second time.
Above: There goes a row of percussionists…
Above: …and a row of trumpet players.
Above: Michael Oglesby can’t resist filming the experience.
Above: Valeska Lauderdale waves to the Webb City crowd.
Tonight we’re off to Medieval Times, and then we’ll start heading home. We’re loading the buses in about an hour, so I should start making sure I’ve got everything I need from the room. Hope to have one more blog post tonight about the Donate Life float.
thanks elimy for the pictures they mean alot
Fantastic job Emily. Thanks for taking the time to get great photos.
Emily- I have read your articles in the Joplin Globe and your blog daily throughout this whole adventure. Thank you so much for helping keep everyone informed! It helped those of us back home live the dream as well.
Thank You Emily for bringing this extrordinary experience to those of us that couldn’t make the trip. The pictures help us feel a part of everything.