The Parade of the Swans is the official sign of spring in Canada. It takes place in the charming city of Stratford on the Avon River.
I wore white for the occasion, with a pop of red: sunglasses and sandals (first time wearing sandals this year!). White doubled-breasted hoodie is from Hudson’s Bay, white cargo pants from Spanner.
Every year the swans of Stratford march from their winter home, along the path to the scenic Avon River in Southern, Ontario. Crowds gather to watch these awesome birds strut by.
Led by the parade Marshal – Mr. Goose
The Stratford Pipers are heard for miles around and it is a family affair.
Although I’m not a swimmer–prefer to stay on the bank of the river–I love water.
My grandchildren enjoyed the day with lots of fun activities for children of all ages.
And with colourful crocuses bursting from the soil, yes, Spring has come to Canada!
Delightful family, beautiful generations, all! Lovely to have a day like you did. Very cool in all white. Great cargos … not a bit droopy, cut just close enough for a surprisingly flattering fit! So cute sandals … red! Perfect.
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Beautiful grandchildren, and what a fun way to spend the day.
Red sandals, woo hoo!
Melinda
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hi, dear! very inspirational blog! you look beautiful!
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You’re a vision in white Carmen – love the slouchy but polished look and thanks for sharing images from this happy event!
Best!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
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Carmen, te he conocido a través del blog de Josep y me ha sorprendido tu enorme estilo y elegancia!!! Te felicito!!
Un beso
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Great white pants outfit. Pinned! Your grandbabies are adorable!!! Thanks for linking up 🙂
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Stratford is one of my favorite cities in Ontario! I’m happy you posted these pictures reminding me of the swan parade and the beauty of spring in Stratford. You look so gracious in white!
Hugs to your adorable grandchildren.
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When I look at your all-in-white-outfit I had to think of summer!! You look absolutely lovely in it. Love the pants!! Thank you so much for sharing all this gorgeous pictures and the beautiful expiriences. Enjoyed this post very much 🙂
have a good time
see you soon
Dana 🙂
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I admire your “joi de vivre”….you are always celebrating….certainly life is reason to celebrate….. the omnipresence of Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
You point the way, ever so gently and kindly, that all your family and friends may share in the joy that life offers. You are indeed a role model.
Thanks for sharing your experiences through your blog.
No matter what colour you wear, you always present with such grace, poise and elegance that it is no wonder that you turn heads. You must keep hubby busy checking out and keeping at bay all those turned heads !!!! 😀
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Thank you very much Bob! How beautifully you have expressed the joy of living! Life is a celebration! I look around and I say to myself, “What a wonderful world” – I thank God for His creation! How lovely to share this world with family and friends!
Pura vida!!
❤ carmen
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Beautiful photos. You look stunning. You stand out from the crowd.
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Thank you so much Gaston!
These are only a few of the photos, it was a fun day!
❤ carmen
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Absolutely….full agreement!
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You look great!!
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Thank you!
❤ carmen
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Sounds like a great day out Carmen, Lovely in white. I wonder how do the swans though keep this day in the calendars and walk down the road???? 🙂 Great to spend the day with family you all enjoyed the day I can see. Beautiful in white like the swans!
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Thank you my dear Ute! Oh yes, the swans are very clever! LOL.
❤ carmen
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Carmen, you’re a beautiful swan yourself!! Really though, love your all white freshness. I think I’ll get my white jeans out this next week. I can’t waiting for Memorial weekend.
I saw the big red ball outside my local Target today and thought of you. 😉
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Oh how sweet of you dear Joni! I do love white and I went shopping yesterday for white skinnie jeans, they didn’t have my size so I will keep looking. Do you ever wear all white? I’m preparing another post on white outfits and would love to include you!
Thanks for thinking of me when you saw the BIG red ball.
❤ carmen
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It’s about time! Summer will be here before my daffodils start blooming.
I’ve always wanted to go to see this swan parade. Looks like fun : )
Your all white outfit fits in perfectly.
bisous
Suzanne
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Thank you Suzanne! I love all white and featured you when I did a post on white outfits. I’ll be doing another one soon if you’d like to be part of this collection.
You shoud go, but get there early, there’s a myriad of people and too many kids!
❤ carmen
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Happy spring!
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Happy Spring and may your garden grow!
❤ carmen
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You look nice in white Carmen (so do the swans 😉 ) Thanks for sharing your lovely family day out. xox ❤
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Thank you Ralph! I thought you might like white because you have so many nurse friends. 🙂
❤ carmen
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LOL. Okay. Okay ! You have caught me Carmen 😀 ❤
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I’ve never heard of this event in Canada…sounds awesome!
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You should go! But you’ll have to wait till next year!
❤ carmen
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Love these pictures Carmen! What a neat parade, beautiufl swans, and your grandkids look like they were having a blast. You look lovely in all white! Love it!
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
jess xx
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Thank you so much Jess! I love white and that’s the fun of fashion, we can change our colours from day to day. I would not do well working somewhere that uniforms must be worn. 😦
It was a fun day! Wishing you fun and happy days!!
❤ carmen
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