[Occupymendocino] Words about our Successful Parade Work

[Richard Karch]

Hi All, 
 We had 14 in our group  + 12 of the SEIU people. Expected more, but not shabby.
WE displayed a whole bunch of diverse signs and sang our song. We really got into 
chants led by Eric from SEIU. I felt the crowd heard us and gave good  attention back. 
 
John, Howard, Pat and a '5' yea rold, Oscar were in the car showing off the slogan,
 " Life's a Beach.... Get Occupied!" and  " 5-95 for liberty, justice, democracy." 

Much thanks to those who helped and marched:   Linda, Betty, Bob, Daniel, Laurie (not YOrk),
Veteran guy with beard, Agnes, Sheila, Francisco (  young boy who really helped us),
 Irene. John F, Howard, Oscar, Pat and Richard.

Please note: On  the application they said that we could choose to be at the first of the
parade if we had people who couldn't walk too far. I said we wanted that!  Stressed  over and over!
that we were an older group and some from SEIU members  might be in wheelchairs. 
 Unfortunately they didn't do this. They put us #49.  About 2  blocks from the beginning of the parade. 
It was ok, but made it hard for us to be located and long walks for  few who didn't need it. .

Anyhow, it was a fine effort and hopefully one that leaves an impression of what we stand for.

Richard   



Pat's Babe and Paul Bunyan puppets were well received!


Whoops on the Obama sign carrier from SEIU.   More pictures to come
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