yuuago | (no subject)

Man, today was busy.

My judo club was having an outdoor pizza party at lunch, and then later on was the Pride festival. I hadn't realized that these things were on the same afternoon, and was kind of unsure how to go juggle the time for both.

I ended up going to the judo party dressed all in rainbows, and then leaving after a bit to head downtown for Pride. Not a lot of people from the adult class showed up; it was mostly kids + their parents, so I didn't feel bad about not sticking around for the whole thing. But I'm still glad I went; it was nice to get out - and I ain't gonna say no to a free lunch. ;V

The Pride festival was really impressive this year! It was down at the heritage shipyard, and Pride YMM did a really nice job of setting up and decorating the space. There were a ton of people there; it was really nice to see. I'd hoped to run into those two people that I met at the kickboxing class, but didn't see them - possibly I just missed them. Anyhow, I hung out for a bit, watched Pride YMM give out some awards, listened to some music, picked up this year's tshirt, aaaand then left once I'd had enough. ;V It was very hot and I was Very Tired.

It's come so far from the first Pride here! Really heartening to see. I'm so glad that it's been successful.

I think next year I'll try to get involved - I mean, I say that every year, but maybe... I mean, I'm officially a member now, and I get their newsletter, so at the very least, when things start to get organized for this, I'll (theoretically) be aware of what kind of volunteer help they need and whether I'll be able to fit that into my schedule.