On Saturday morning the 17th, the kids found their shoes full of goodies. Later that day, Sinterklaas and Zwarte Piet rode into town led by a band and surrounded by other Zwarte Piets handing out cookies and goodies. Unfortunatly, we were not aware that this would be happening until after he had arrived. I went to the store by myself and heard the band from a distance. By the time I realized what was happening, Sinterklaas was in the town plaza by in the center of the mall and was singing to the crowd. I hurried home and grabbed the kids and we were able to see him before he left.
Next, on December 5th, Sinterklaas should visit each house and leave presents in a nap sack on the doorsteps for the children. This is in celebration of the birthday of Sinterklaas on December 6th. We all hope he visits our house.
We all know who Sinterklaas is but Americans are not familair with Zwarte Piet. He is Black Piet, the helper of Sinterklaas. Whenever Sinterklaas is around, you will find several Black Piets. Kristal and I were in the mall this morning and there were 3 Black Piets, one on stilts, handing out balloon animals:
In a different mall, we say a display of Sinterklaas and a small Zwarte Piet:
Last but not least with Christmas is the fact that here one day of Christmas is not enough. The 25th is celebrated as normal but also the 26th is celebrated. Officially this is Boxing Day. A day to box up all your old crap that was replaced on Christmas, at least that's how I look at it.
If you would like to learn more about Sinterklaas and Zwarte Piet, CLICK HERE.
3 comments:
Black Pete rules. So did Hannah expect more gifts by leaving out a large boot?
ya and by leaving a large bot out i got more candy!
Your blog is wonderful, but I still need personal email from Kristal. The Pebb :) household won't ever be the same. Please update the blog frequently, we are desperate for news.
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