MAYA / Drumming in BELIZE
Maya and GrandMom were visiting The Spindrift Hotel in San Pedro BELIZE. Yami (or Yummy as Maya
calls her), the owner, is a friend. Some buddies of Grand-mom's were drumming on the back porch in the warm afternoon sun.
“Yay, more drumming!” shouted Maya. She was perched on the lap of one of Grand-mom's friends.
GrandMom knew these young men were a bit surprised to have a doll come to visit. But they were all
very polite and entertained her. They even serenaded Maya with a special Belizean song!
Grandmom was impressed. “Wow, you are a fortunate little doll to enjoy such hospitality.”
Maya loves how friendly everyone is in Belize. She likes all the smiles and waves. And English is the
official language! Its been so easy to fit in! She especially loves to go visiting with GrandMom. In Belize, this is still a way of life. It’s what people like to do. It is part of the easygoing lifestyle there that allows time with family, friends, and neighbors. And dolls! There’s time to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations and lots of holidays. There are always colorful parades, gala festivals, and cheerful picnics to attend together.
Maya says, “I think friendliness is one of the very best things about Belize!”
GrandMom agrees.
She also points out there’s plenty of modern technology readily available too. Wifi and cell phones keep everybody happy and connected. But it’s all kept in perspective. The emphasis in Belize remains on the personal touch – person to person, neighbor to neighbor – and doll to doll!
Maya texted GrandMom’s granddaughters back in the States. “Girls, everyone here is so welcoming.
They all want to meet you. When GrandMom brings you to Belize, they are going to have a garden tea party in your honor. Then she added, “And I know you will love being serenaded!”
Later, Maya said, “GrandMom, there’s a lot of magical things that happen everyday here in Belize.
Like, being serenaded! Now I want to make some magic of my own. I want to give some back!”
Maya had an idea. “Can we go to Yummy’s hotel tomorrow. I like to sing, and I want to serenade
everyone on the porch!”
GrandMom smiled. “That is going to be a special magic no one will ever forget!”
Maya and GrandMom were visiting The Spindrift Hotel in San Pedro BELIZE. Yami (or Yummy as Maya
calls her), the owner, is a friend. Some buddies of Grand-mom's were drumming on the back porch in the warm afternoon sun.
“Yay, more drumming!” shouted Maya. She was perched on the lap of one of Grand-mom's friends.
GrandMom knew these young men were a bit surprised to have a doll come to visit. But they were all
very polite and entertained her. They even serenaded Maya with a special Belizean song!
Grandmom was impressed. “Wow, you are a fortunate little doll to enjoy such hospitality.”
Maya loves how friendly everyone is in Belize. She likes all the smiles and waves. And English is the
official language! Its been so easy to fit in! She especially loves to go visiting with GrandMom. In Belize, this is still a way of life. It’s what people like to do. It is part of the easygoing lifestyle there that allows time with family, friends, and neighbors. And dolls! There’s time to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations and lots of holidays. There are always colorful parades, gala festivals, and cheerful picnics to attend together.
Maya says, “I think friendliness is one of the very best things about Belize!”
GrandMom agrees.
She also points out there’s plenty of modern technology readily available too. Wifi and cell phones keep everybody happy and connected. But it’s all kept in perspective. The emphasis in Belize remains on the personal touch – person to person, neighbor to neighbor – and doll to doll!
Maya texted GrandMom’s granddaughters back in the States. “Girls, everyone here is so welcoming.
They all want to meet you. When GrandMom brings you to Belize, they are going to have a garden tea party in your honor. Then she added, “And I know you will love being serenaded!”
Later, Maya said, “GrandMom, there’s a lot of magical things that happen everyday here in Belize.
Like, being serenaded! Now I want to make some magic of my own. I want to give some back!”
Maya had an idea. “Can we go to Yummy’s hotel tomorrow. I like to sing, and I want to serenade
everyone on the porch!”
GrandMom smiled. “That is going to be a special magic no one will ever forget!”
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