Guys, Bikes and Summer Solstice

The guys of the Santa Barbara Summer Solstice seemed to really have a good time with the costumes, and celebration but they lacked a spiritual connection or element that the women had. I'm not sure if that description and these pictures depict that though.



This guy seemed to enjoy himself and dressing the part. One of the things I like about Santa Barbara is that so many people seem fit and healthy.


This guy seems very at ease considering that his partner is likely to give birth before the Summer is over. Peek through the orange circle.




This guy was very high up on a bike-like contraption. He appears to be totally native but maybe not. Are grass skirts like kilts in regards to undergarments?






This guy was on stilts that put him close to 12 feet tall. I was amazed at the grace he moved with through the parade. He'd carefully walk to the crowd and shake hands with the kids. I can't even walk in heels!




This guy was surrounded by women and realy got into the dance and directing of the troup.




Out of all the guys, these were among my favorites. I got the impression that we were the parade and they were just observing from a movable seat. The gentleman moving them down the road was really sweet. He carefully turned the float around so they could see both sides of the street and readjusted the umbrellas to shield these guys from the direct sun when he did.

I was glad to see the gentleness of this man, Irene became less jaded and a touch more optimistic about men when she witnessed his care. Maybe I'll elaborate on that more in a future post. In the mean time, consider this; how do experiences in the past impact your future? Do you see the good in others or do your previous experiences dictate your present perceptions?