City Manager Doug Russell seemed skeptical when I told him the Parade of Lights would last about 45 minutes. A companion of mine — who didn't grow up here — also doubted me: "There's only three or four entries," she said.
No surprise to many oldtimers, though, I was right: The parade lasted 45 minutes. But give the new city manager a break: it was his first Arkalalah. He said today he enjoyed it very much. He and his wife Lara and their two kids were there.
Many others were there. Attendance was the best in years, according to one spectator.
It was a cool night — weather-wise and in the colloquial sense of "cool." Lots of sparkling floats and performances by bands and dancers. Families, older folks (like me) and youngsters all seemed to have a good time. And many were enjoying the carnival, too.
One of the lead vehicles in the parade was a fire truck and Bobby Estus was seated in it. He looked like he was having a great time, even though he told me earlier in the day that he was nervous. Haven't seen Bobby today to ask him about it yet.
Chris Johnson's previous blog on "Gluttony" at Arkalalah is funny, and I can relate to everything he says. A wise man once said: Moderation in all things is a good axiom to live by. But it's tough to follow that advice during holidays like Arkalalah. It's a time to celebrate!
Foss Farrar
Traveler reporter
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