Though it is October, we had the gift recently of being chased by the last days of summer warmth and sun in Portland Maine. Artists, musicians, food vendors, and the people of Portland, all joined together to celebrate their creativity during the First Friday Artwalk.

As we walked along the street, we heard this great rhythm with an incredible melody being played over the top of it. "Follow your ears" is what I beackoned to the kids. As we neared our destination the music grew louder and the swarms of happy people grew larger. All of these little signs, indicating we were in for a real treat. 

Turning the corner we were met by this

Felted mallets hitting hardwood from tropical forests spilling out their happy tunes to all who listened.

The Maine Marimba Ensemble plays arrangements of traditional and contemporary Zimbabwean Music.  

Their music is infectious. At first it seems they are playing for the masses, to give us a moment of joy rising but don't let this fool you because before too long I know you'd be clapping, dancing, and singing along too. This music is for all to embrace.

Enough of this already! If a picture is worth a thousand words than the real deal must be even better. Wishing and giving you a happy moment in your day.