Cullera comes to Valencia

I had an especially fun time today at the Maskleta. Rafa invited me to join him with his Falla from Cullera.

Cullera is a small town not far from Valencia. Their Falla group met today at the Maskleta, complete with the mayor, the Fallera Mayor, and their own marching band.

With Rafa and Mayor Geordi of Cullera
With the Fallera Mayor from Cullera

I think today was especially meaningful for me because when I arrived I was warned that Spanish people don’t welcome non Spanish people into their circles very easily. And I’ve found that to be largely true. But Rafa has been the exception to that has invited me to be a part of Fallas and his world in ways that I otherwise would not get to experience.

3 responses to “Cullera comes to Valencia”

  1. Tom Dietvorst Avatar
    Tom Dietvorst

    Is tha you in the shorts? (-:)

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    1. jimeast2618de2da4 Avatar
      jimeast2618de2da4

      Not yet. But Spring is coming!

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  2. jylloverton Avatar
    jylloverton

    Those doves!! I am so glad that Rafa has been so inclusive and sharing. I am also glad that your other friend is doing fine. In reading that post I was a little worried about him. Fyi- love the cane!

    This celebration looks interesting… and also FUN!! I am finding myself looking up all of these celebrations on the internet just get a feel of what you are experiencing.

    Hugs!! So happy to hear your good news the other day!

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